A Level Further Mathematics offers students an opportunity to deepen their mathematical knowledge. Further Mathematics will both deepen students understanding of topics studied in A Level Mathematics, and introduce brand new topics of study such as complex numbers, hyperbolic function and matrices.

APS of 5.5 or above
GCSE English Language grade 4 or above desirable
GCSE Mathematics grade 7 or above

Where an 8 in Mathematics is secured, an APS below 5.5 will be considered.

The following two examinations are compulsory:
Paper 1: Core Pure Mathematics 1
Paper 2: Core Pure Mathematics 2

Proof, complex numbers, matrices, further algebra and functions, further calculus, further vectors, polar coordinates, hyperbolic functions, differential equations.
The following two examinations are subject to change depending on the strengths of the group:

Paper 3: Further Statistics
Poisson Distribution, Central Limit Theorem, Hypothesis Testing and Chi-Squared Tests.

Paper 4: Decision 1
Algorithms, Graphs and Networks, Algorithms on graphs, Route Inspection problems, The travelling salesman problem, Linear programming, The simplex algorithm, Critical path analysis.

Paper 1: Core Pure Mathematics 1
Written Exam – 1 hour 30 mins
25% of A Level

Paper 2: Core Pure Mathematics 2
Written Exam – 1 hour 30 mins
25% of A Level

Paper 3: Further Mechanics 1
Written Exam – 1 hour 30 mins
25% of A Level

Paper 4: Decision 1
Written Exam – 1 hour 30 mins
25% of A Level

Students who study Further Mathematics are able to demonstrate their problem-solving skills to future universities and employers. Further Mathematics develops logical thinking skills and enables students to break down complex problems. Further Mathematics gives the skills required for degrees in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Economics and Computer Science.

Learners should always check the entry requirements for degree programmes with specific higher education providers.