Why study Further Mathematics? The Further Maths A-Level qualification is normally studied as a fourth A-Level and is both deeper and broader than A-Level Maths. As well as building on the algebra, trigonometry and calculus introduced in A-Level Maths, the Further Maths core content introduces complex numbers, hyperbolics and matrices; fundamental maths ideas with wide applications in maths, engineering, physical sciences and computing. The non-core content will cover mechanics to a deeper level than studied at A-Level Maths and looks in detail at collisions and strings and springs. The course will also introduce completely new content in the form of Decision Maths, this is a newer branch of Mathematics concerned with the study of objects that can be represented finitely (or countably). It encompasses a wide array of topics that can be used to solve problems that arise in everyday life, it provides an essential foundation for virtually every area of computer science, and its applications are correspondingly vast. The additional work in Pure Maths makes it a good choice for students with strong mathematical skills who are planning to study mathematics, physics or engineering at university, or just for those pupils with a real interest in Mathematics who want to see more of it. Features of the course: Students will extend their algebra techniques by looking into topics such as complex numbers, matrices and alternative co-ordinate systems. In addition, students can study further mechanics or try out a very different type of mathematics called decision. Decision mathematics studies a range of algorithms, for example understanding how a satellite navigation system calculates a route using an algorithm.