Mathematics

Course summary

The A level is made up of both Pure and Applied Mathematics. The Pure Maths makes up two-thirds of the qualification and provide the techniques in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Calculus that form the fundamental building blocks of the subject. Mathematical applications make up the remaining third of the qualification and students will study Mechanics (forces, energy and motion) and Statistics (probability, data handling and testing hypotheses) in both AS and A Level.