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Mathematics PearsonEdexcel A level

Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys

Langton Lane, Nackington Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT4 7AS

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Level 3
Science and Mathematics

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
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Application Instructions

Applications Open: 3rd November 2025

Applications Close: 23rd March 2026

Entry Requirements: an overall GCSE points score of at least 50 (including grade 4 or higher in both Mathematics and English Language) is required to enrol. You also need to qualify for each of the subjects (minimum 3) you wish to take - a GCSE grade 6 or higher (7 or higher for Mathematics and Music) is required. See our prospectus for full details.

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices

Course Summary

Why study Mathematics or Further Mathematics A level?

Studying Mathematics will:

 provide a stimulating and challenging course;

 develop key employability skills such as problem-solving, logical reasoning, communication and resilience;

 increase knowledge and understanding of mathematical techniques and their applications;

 support the study of other A level subjects;

 provide excellent preparation for a wide range of university courses; lead to a versatile qualification that is well-respected by employers and higher education.


Course Details

All of the content in the AS/A level Mathematics qualification is compulsory and is the same for all examination boards.

Pure Mathematics (66%)

  • methods and techniques which underpin the study of all other areas of mathematics, such as, proof, algebra, trigonometry, calculus, and vectors.

Statistics (17%)

  • statistical sampling, data presentation and probability leading to the study of statistical distributions

Mechanics (17%)

  • the study of the physical world, modelling the motion of objects and the forces acting on them.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Students will be taught by 2 different teachers. Regular homework is set. Each teacher will expect students to spend at least two hours on these assignments per week.

Entry requirements

Grade 7 in GCSE Mathematics is required.

Please note that applicants must also meet our overall entry requirements of scoring at least a total of 50 points (simply add up all your GCSE grades) and achieving a Grade 4 or higher in both English Language and Mathematics.

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