Mathematics

Applications Open: - Now

Applications Close: - Friday 13th February 2026 (This is the official deadline, when planning for the new timetable will begin; however, applications may still be accepted after this date.)

Entry Requirements: - 6 GCSE passes at Grade 5+, including a minimum of Grade 5 in Mathematics and English.

How to Apply: - Apply via KentChoices

Why study this subject?

Study A Level Mathematics because you enjoy Mathematics, but also because it is a tool which supports many other subjects which include: Sciences, Psychology, Business, Economics, Computing and Geography.

It requires a high level of numeracy and skills in problem solving, persistence, logic, attention to detail, being able to link concepts between topics, processing and analysing information. These skills are applied in many other areas at A Level and beyond. The Mathematics learnt forms the basis of further study at university with students from a wide range of courses required to attend first year Mathematics lectures. Gaining success is a challenge and requires consistent hard work, but is all the more satisfying for this.

The current syllabus builds on the developments in GCSE, with an increased focus on real life applications and problem solving. To embark on an A Level course, it is essential to have a confident grasp of GCSE work, in particular an ability to manipulate algebra. Consequently, a Grade 7 at GCSE is required to access the A Level course successfully.

A very large number of university degrees require students to understand Mathematics beyond GCSE.

This subject can lead to university courses such as: Mathematics, Pure and Applied Sciences, Medical Sciences including Nursing, Physiotherapy, Dentistry and Ophthalmic, Engineering, Computer Science, Geography, Environmental Sciences, Social Sciences, Architecture, Economics, Business, Planning, Surveying, Management and Finance.

Component 1: Pure Mathematics

• Proof

• Algebra and functions

• Coordinate geometry in the x-y plane

• Sequences and series

• Trigonometry

• Exponentials and logarithms

• Calculus

• Numerical methods

Component 2: Statistics

• Statistical sampling

• Data representation and interpretation

• Probability

• Statistical distributions

• Statistical hypothesis testing

Component 3: Mechanics

• Quantities and units in mechanics

• Kinematics

• Forces and Newton’s laws

• Moments

Paper 1: Pure Mathematics 1

2 hours; 100 marks; 33.33% of the A Level qualification

Paper 2: Pure Mathematics 2

2 hours; 100 marks; 33.33% of the A Level qualification

Paper 3: Statistics and Mechanics

2 hours; 100 marks; 33.33% of the A Level qualification

Calculators can be used on all papers and the pure syllabus content is assessed either on paper 1 or 2

GCSE grade 7 in Mathematics.