A-Level Further Maths

What will I study?

Further Maths is an A level qualification which broadens and deepens the mathematics covered in the main A level.

Further Maths is taken alongside an A level in Mathematics. The qualification is linear which means that you sit all exams at the end of the two year course. Students overwhelmingly find it to be an enjoyable, rewarding, stimulating and empowering experience. The qualification is highly regarded and is warmly welcomed by universities.

Assessment

There will be a 6 hour assessment split over 4 exams.
Core pure: 50% of total A level.
Mechanics minor: 16⅔% of the total A level
Statistics minor: 16⅔% of the total A level
Modelling with algorithms: 16⅔% of the total A level

Exam Board

OCR (MEI)

Entry Requirements

Minimum grade 8 in GCSE Maths

What could this qualification lead to?

This A level would lead directly into subject related university courses and careers, and indirectly into a wide range of higher education courses and career choices.

  • BSc (Hons) Maths
  • BSc (Hons) Economics
  • Careers in finance e.g. Stock Broker
  • Careers in the business sector e.g. Chief Financial Officer