Further Mathematics

Course summary

A Level Further Mathematics is designed to broaden and deepen the mathematical knowledge and skills developed when studying A Level Mathematics. It is studied alongside or after taking A Level Mathematics and provides a stimulating experience for those who enjoy the subject. Two thirds of the qualification will be on Further Pure Core content, with the remaining third being made up of the mathematical applications of mechanics and discrete mathematics. The Further Pure units build upon the techniques in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Calculus developed from the Pure Core units as well as introducing topics such as complex numbers, matrices, proof, hyperbolic functions, polar coordinates and differential equations. Students will require; the ability to apply themselves steadily throughout the course, the desire to make sense of mathematical text by building new concepts rather than just reproducing algorithms, and the ability to present solutions clearly and concisely.