A levels in Further Maths

Applications Open - Monday 2nd November 2026

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply – Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Canterbury College

You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

• EKC Ashford College
• EKC Broadstairs College*
• EKC Canterbury College*
• EKC Dover College
• EKC Folkestone College*
• EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

For students with a significant interest and ability in Mathematics, Further Mathematics is an enjoyable, rewarding, challenging and empowering course. Further Mathematics is an excellent preparation for a whole range of degree courses. Subjects such as physics, engineering, and computing are highly mathematical in nature and demand a deep understanding of the subject. Students with Further Mathematics qualifications are sought after by prestigious universities who recognise a good grade as strong evidence of analytical and problem-solving skills. For students considering a mathematics degree in particular, Further Mathematics at sixth form will ease the transition to university level study.

During the course you will study the same three topics as in A Level Mathematics; however, this course takes the study of pure mathematics, statistics and mechanics significantly further: Pure Mathematics - Students study complex numbers, matrices and vectors as well as developing their understanding of proof and algebraic techniques. Statistics - Topics covered include hypothesis testing, correlation and regression, discrete random variables, and permutations and combinations. Mechanics - Topics include collisions, circular motion, dimensional analysis and work, energy and power. Mechanics supports topics taught in A Level Physics particularly well. A Level Mathematics must be also taken alongside this course so students in effect take 'double mathematics' for at least their first year at College. Students must also take two other A Level subjects alongside 'double mathematics' in order to preserve breadth in their programme of study (four courses in total). All Further Mathematics students will sit the AS Further Mathematics exams at the end of their first year at college. Students who wish to progress to A Level Further Mathematics in year two will be expected to achieve a good grade in their internal A Level Mathematics exam and also a grade C or above in the external AS Level Further Mathematics exam.

The A Level Mathematics assessment is three exams of two hours duration each at the end of the two-year course. All Further Mathematics students will sit the AS Further Mathematics exams at the end of their first year at college. Students who wish to progress to A Level Further Mathematics in year two will be expected to achieve a good grade in their internal A Level Mathematics exam and also a grade C or above in the external AS Level Further Mathematics exam.

To study this A Level, you'll need a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 6 or above across your top six subjects with at least a 5 in Maths and English Language or Literature. Your GPA average can include English and Maths.

By the end of your course, a diverse range of progression paths will be open to you such as a degree, a high-level apprenticeship or an entry level role in the industry. With a national shortage of people with mathematical skills and A Level Mathematics, this course will equip you with the necessary skills to cope with numerous jobs and higher education courses. AS/A Level Further Mathematics is a high-status qualification. Students go on to study a host of degree courses at university including mathematics, mechanical engineering, physics, chemistry, economics, electronics, statistics, econometrics, chemical engineering, biology, computing, management science, natural sciences and many others. Olivia studied A Levels in Maths, Physics and Criminology and progressed to University of Kent to study Finance. She commented: "Since finishing my A Levels, I am so much more confident within myself. I made some great friends along the way which has really helped. I think my main piece of advice would be to make sure your notes are your own, it's so much easier to understand and revise from your own words than someone elses."