A Level Mathematics

A Level Mathematics covers a range of Pure Mathematics topics such as calculus, trigonometry and sequences. It also covers aspects of Statistics and Mechanics.

Throughout the course, students will study Core Pure Mathematical Principles along with Mechanics and Statistics. This is very much a student-centred course where the students set the pace of the course and work together during lesson time. Students are expected to work independently and be motivated to study at home. There will be opportunities for discussion with staff and other students as well as times when skills will be learnt and practiced.

Paper 1 may assess content from the following sections:

• A: Proof
• B: Algebra and Functions
• C: Coordinate Geometry
• D: Sequences and Series
• E: Trigonometry
• F: Exponentials and Logarithms
• G: Differentiation
• H: Integration
• I: Numerical Methods

Paper 2 may assess content from the following sections:

• Any content from Paper 1
• J: Vectors
• P: Quantities and Units in Mechanics
• Q: Kinematics
• R: Forces and Newton’s Laws
• S: Moments

Paper 3 may assess content from the following sections:

• Any content from Paper 1
• K: Statistical Sampling
• L: Data Presentation and Interpretation
• M: Probability
• N: Statistical Distributions
• O: Statistical Hypothesis Testing

Paper 1: Pure Content Mathematical Principles – Written Paper: 2 Hours (33%)

Paper 2: Pure Content module as well as Mechanics – Written Paper: 2 Hours (33%)

Paper 3: Pure Content module as well as Statistics- Written Paper: 2 Hours (33%)

To study Mathematics at A Level, students must achieve a Grade 7 or above in GCSE Mathematics.

Students with a Grade 6 may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

A good pass is essential for a Mathematics degree in other subjects such as Physics or Chemistry. An A Level qualification is however useful as a passport to employment for those who do not wish to enter Higher Education. Whatever career you may have in mind the skills learnt in A Level Mathematics, which include logical thinking and problem solving, are almost certain to be of value.

Most jobs and careers will need you to use maths in some way and it’s particularly useful in job families like Accountancy, Banking and Finance, Management, Environmental Sciences, Construction, Engineering and Manufacturing, Medical Technology, and Science and Research.