Mathematics (Further)
Oxford Spires Academy - Oxfordshire
01865428200
Glanville Road, Oxford, OX4 2AU
Course summary

If you love Maths or are planning on taking a university course with a high degree of mathematical content, you may also wish to consider A Level Further Mathematics. This will enable you to deepen your understanding of Pure Mathematics through looking at a wider variety of topics including matrices, complex numbers and proof, as well as alternative strategies for solving equations. You will also undertake additional study of other aspects of Mathematics which may include Further Pure, Mechanics or Decision Mathematics. Students taking Further Maths will have double the number of maths lessons compared to those taking the single A-level, their course is structured to focus upon and complete A-Level Maths in Year 12 to provide a solid basis to progress to more advanced concepts in Further Maths in Year 13.

Entry requirements

How you'll be assessed

Further Maths is assessed through four equally weighted exam papers lasting one and a half hours each.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityOxfordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressGlanville Road, Oxford, OX4 2AU