Mathematics Further

Applications Open: 5th December 2025

Applications Close: 31st January 2026

Entry Requirements: 5 GCSE grades of 4 or above of which must include English & Maths. Then individual subject criteria

Science and Maths - require level 7 in subject to study (plus 6 in maths for science subjects)

Most other courses require level 6 to study

Mathematics Further offers students with an aptitude in Mathematics the chance to study for a second A level in the subject. This is a challenging and fascinating course which gives the students the opportunity to take a thorough and in-depth look at mathematical modelling and problem solving.

You will need a real passion for the subject and be prepared to broaden your experience by researching various laws and techniques that you come across in the classroom.

You will need to be an outstanding Mathematician in order to fully access this course.

Mathematics Further can only be taken as a 4th subject

Further Mathematics course builds upon A-Level Mathematics, delving deeper into core mathematical areas and introducing new topics. It covers a range of pure mathematics, statistics, and mechanics, with a strong emphasis on problem-solving and mathematical thinking.

The A level will consist of 4 examinations, all 1.5 hours in length with 75 marks each. There is a 50:50 split in compulsory and optional elements.

Paper 1: Core Pure Mathematics 1 – Based on AS fixed core content assessed at A level standard.

Paper 2: Core Pure Mathematics 2 – remaining fixed core content.

Paper 3: Option 1 - Decision Maths, including Algorithms, Graph Theory and Linear Programming.

Paper 4: Option 2 - Mechanics - this will deepen the content of Mechanics in the A level Mathematics course.

Papers 3 and 4 are subject to change, but these are the current modules offered.

It is possible to take an AS in Further Mathematics. There are 2 papers, both 1 hour and 40 minutes. Paper 1 is AS fixed core content, assessed at AS standard and paper 2 is Mechanics and Decision Maths.

Students will need to have a grade 8 or above in Mathematics at GCSE. An additional GCSE qualification such as GCSE Further Mathematics or FSMQ is desirable but not essential. Due to the level of challenge in this subject you must pick both Mathematics, Further Mathematics as well as two other subjects which ensures a breadth of subjects being studied.

Further Mathematics is a suitable course for a student considering studying Mathematics at University, in particular for those thinking of Oxbridge entrance or Russell Group Universities. Support will also be available for those students taking STEP and MAT papers for entry to some of the most prestigious Universities.