Further Mathematics A level
Further Mathematics is designed to broaden and deepen the mathematical knowledge and skills of
those studying A-Level Mathematics.
It is recognised as a super-curricular course that provides a stimulating experience for those who are dedicated and excited by mathematics.
How will I be assessed? (Assessment)
AS Unit 1 -Further Pure Mathematics A - Topics: Proof, Complex Numbers, Matrices, Further Algebra and Functions, Further Vectors.
Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes 13 1⁄3 % of qualification (70 marks)
AS Unit 2 -Further Statistics A - Topics: Random Variables and the Poisson Process, Exploring Relationships Between Variables and goodness of fit of a model.
Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes 13 1⁄3 % of qualification (70 marks)
AS Unit 3 - Further Mechanics A - Topics: Momentum and Impulse, Hooke’s Law, Work, Energy and, Circular Motion, Differentiation and Integration of Vectors.
Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes 13 1⁄3 % of qualification (70 marks)
A2 Unit 4 - Further Pure B - Topics: Complex Numbers, Further Trigonometry, Matrices, Further Algebra and Functions, Further Calculus, Polar coordinates, Hyperbolic Functions, Differential Equations.
Written examination: 2 hours 30 minutes 35% of qualification (120 marks)
A2 Unit 5 - Further Statistics B - Topics: Samples and Populations, Statistical Distributions, Hypothesis Testing, Estimation.
Written examination: 1 hour 45 minutes 25% of qualification (80 marks)
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A2 Unit 6 - Further Mechanics B - Topics: Rectilinear Motion, Momentum and Impulse, Moments and Centre of Mass, Equilibrium of Rigid Bodies, Differential Equations.
Written examination: 1 hour 45 minutes 25% of qualification (80 marks)
What kind of work will I do outside the classroom?
Tuition will be provided through real-time online tutorials and teaching lessons for Further Mathematics. Students log into the online classroom and can interact with FMSPW tutor during the lessons. The lessons are followed up with additional exercises and support from the tutor. Students have access to extensive, purpose-written online resources.
All students are required to complete homework regularly and teachers will be copied into any communication with their students regarding completion of homework. Predicted grades will only be generated by FMSPW where students have completed a minimum of 75% of the home/coursework.
What could I do at the end of my course? (Progressions)
Further Maths is looked upon EXTREMELY FAVOURABLY for access to many degree courses and can often lead to a reduced grade offer for students who study it. An increasing number of Russell Group universities are asking for further maths for mathematics and engineering courses.
Student case studies:
I was very thankful because I wouldn’t have been able to study FM without FMSPWales. The teachers were amazing. Students should definitely have a go at Further Maths if thinking about it. It takes time, but it is doable and rewarding when you get it right. Getting an A* in Further Maths is something to be proud of. Ask a lot of questions; my experience is that FMSP tutors are very good at answering questions. It was good to study FM through FMSPWales.
Entry Requirements: GCSE Maths A*/A (Higher tier), Additional Maths (favourable)
