Further Mathematics
Barclay Academy - Hertfordshire
01438 748459
Walkern Road, Stevenage, SG1 3RB
Course summary

The Further Maths A-Level is a separate course from A-Level Maths. You will study additional topics not currently covered in Maths, such as complex numbers, matrices, hyperbolic functions and more. Further Mathematics should be considered by enthusiastic, able Mathematicians. It is a more challenging course which requires dedication as it is deeper and broader than A-Level Mathematics. It reinforces and expands some content from Mathematics, as well as introducing new topics. The exam board has decided approximately 50% of the course, and the other 50% is to be chosen by the department to maximise the best grades for students. This is a second A-Level in Mathematics and can only be taken if you also study A-Level Mathematics.

Entry requirements

Grade 8 in GCSE Mathematics and Grade 6 in English.

How you'll be assessed

The Further Mathematics A-Level consists of four externally examined papers: Paper 1: Core Pure Mathematics 1, 1 hour 30 mins written examination, 75 marks, 25% Paper 2: Core Pure Mathematics 2, 1 hour 30 mins written examination, 75 marks, 25% Paper 3: Further Mathematics Option 1, 1 hour 30 mins written examination, 75 marks, 25% Paper 4: Further Mathematics Option 2, 1 hour 30 mins written examination, 75 marks, 25% All papers will expect the use of calculators.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityHertfordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender Type
AddressWalkern Road, Stevenage, SG1 3RB