“Maths is challenging but our hard work makes is satisfying once you grasp it”

Why study Mathematics?

A Level Mathematics is an excellent subject for students who have an interest in the subject, enjoy it or perhaps are thinking about undertaking one of the many careers which value the skills of a mathematician. The course brilliantly complements other subject like Physics, Chemistry, Business or Computer Science that you may also be considering taking.

A Level Maths is intended for students who have passed GCSE Maths at a grade seven or higher, and wish to extend their knowledge and problem-solving skills. The course will be studied over two years, and you will have Maths for five hours a week in year 12 which is then increased to six hours a week in year 13.

Extra-curricular aspects of the course

Students will be given the opportunity to attend problem-solving events at the local university.
 

Entry Requirements

A Grade 7 is expected in GCSE Mathematics for students considering A Level Mathematics.
 

Higher Education and Careers

An A Level in Mathematics is highly regarded by the majority of employers and universities, because of the demands it makes and the skills it develops. A Level Mathematics is an entry requirement for the following Degree courses: Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Accounting and Engineering. It is also extremely helpful for modules in numerous other Degree courses such as Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Business Studies, psychology, Sociology and Sport Science.
A Level and further qualifications in Mathematics opens a wide range of employment opportunities. The types of careers that follow on from study in Mathematics are some of the most interesting and well paid. Occupations in the following fields are typical of those who have studied A Level Mathematics: Finance: Actuarial work, Accounting, investment Banking, Computing: Games Design, Internet Security, Telecommunications, Engineering: Aircraft Modelling, Acoustics, Fluid Flows, Quantity Surveyor, Teaching/Lecturing, Statistics: Medical Statistics, Government Research, Market Research, Business: Logistics, Project Management, Business Consultancy.
 

Equipment required for the course
Casio Classwiz fx-991EX
 

Assessment
The assessment is entirely exam based.
A Level Mathematics is a linear course assessed at the end of Year 13
The assessment will consist of three papers which are equally weighted.

For more information on this course please email 

 Miss K Curle

k.curle@bthcc.org