Mathematics

A LEVEL MATHEMATICS

Who is this course for?

The course is designed for students who enjoyed GCSE mathematics and achieved at least a level 7 (grade A) or equivalent. Mathematics is one of the most widely studied subjects at A Level and is highly desirable for the study of many university courses and many careers. It demonstrates core intelligence, a logical mind and excellent problem-solving skills.

Course Details

Students follow the Edexcel Mathematics A Level course, 9MA0, over a 2-year period and course components consist of two pure mathematics and one applied component, mechanics and statistics.

Core Content:

Pure Mathematics

Proof, algebra and functions, coordinate geometry in the (x,y) plane, sequences and series, trigonometry, exponentials and logarithms, differentiation, integration, numerical methods and vectors.

Applied Mathematics

Statistical sampling, data representation and interpretation, probability, statistical distributions, statistical hypotheses testing, quantities and units in mechanics, kinematics, forces and Newton’s laws and moments

Assessment

COMPONENT FORMAT

Paper 1 Paper 2 Paper 3 Pure Mathematics Pure Mathematics Applied Mathematics

DURATION WEIGHTING

2 hours 2 hours 2 hours 331/3% 331/3% 331/3%

Career Opportunities

This is probably the most marketable A Level in terms of acceptability. Many courses and careers would welcome the prior study of mathematics in the Sixth Form. Examples include Computing, Accountancy, Economics, Business, Banking, Air Traffic Control, Retail Management, Architecture, Surveying, Medicine and of course, Teaching to name but a few!