Mathematics (Further)

Course summary

Further Maths is an extra A level in Maths taken by able students in addition to the usual Maths A Level. It is a demanding but incredibly rewarding subject and, as such, is very highly regarded. It aims to provide access to a wider and deeper range of materials than ordinary A Level Maths. While an A level in Mathematics equips students with basic techniques that are used in degree courses in a wide range of subjects, there are some subjects where a deeper knowledge of Mathematics is essential. The mathematics used by engineers, economists, physicists and computer scientists includes topics such as differential equations, complex numbers, matrices, group theory, networks, linear programming, mechanics, statistics, probability and numerical methods for solving equations. Many of these topics are introduced in the Further Mathematics course. During the course students gain exposure to a far wider range of mathematical ideas than is possible in a single Mathematics qualification. They also are challenged to deepen their understanding of the fundamental concepts of the subject. Mathematically able students, those who intend to study highly numerate subjects at university and those deeply interested in Mathematics would be strongly advised to consider Further Mathematics at A level. Teachers of the subject at Challoner’s so often hear comments like "I'm really glad I did Further Mathematics", from those who have gone on to read for degrees in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physical Sciences, Economics and the many forms of Engineering. At very high ranking universities, many, if not most, students doing these subjects will have studied Further Mathematics and it is, in effect, a requirement for some courses .