Sixth Form Entry Booklet

37 FURTHER MATHEMATICS Examination Board: PEARSON EDEXCEL GCSE requirement: 9 in Mathematics or 8 in Mathematics and C in Additional Mathematics (FSMQ) or 8 in Mathematics and 7 in Level 2 Further Mathematics The Further Mathematics course covers all aspects of Mathematics in sufficient depth to provide a perfect foundation if you are aiming to continue studying not just Mathematics, but also Economics, Computing, Engineering, Medicine and Sciences to a higher level. Indeed, Further Mathematics is highly regarded for Economics and Engineering at the top universities. In Year 12 both Mathematics and Further Mathematics are taken alongside two other A- levels. The whole of the Pure Mathematics specification is taught in Year 12 together with the Core Pure 1 module from the Further Mathematics module. The rest of the Further Mathematics specification is taught in Year 13 and you can expect to receive homework up to eight times a week. The A-Level Further Mathematics examination will comprise of 4 exam papers each worth 75 marks. The first two papers are both Core Pure Mathematics and you will study Further Pure and Further Mechanics for the other two examination papers. Further Mathematics enables students to distinguish themselves as very capable mathematicians in the employment market, and it eases transition to a mathematics-rich university course. You must enjoy Mathematics if you wish to study Further Mathematics and those with proven ability in it will find the course exciting, intriguing and inspiring. Students who have not completed Additional Mathematics or Level 2 Further Mathematics will be considered on an individual basis. As with the Mathematics A-level specification, there is a bigger emphasis on problem-solving activities as well as the use of graphical calculators and technology. The Mathematics Department is committed to supporting and inspiring all students in their learning of Mathematics at every ability level. It has been proven that students can improve and develop their ability by being a Maths Mentor as the act of communicating their mathematical knowledge deepens their own understanding. Hence all Year 12 Further Maths students are strongly encouraged to either sign up to be part of the Mathematics mentoring scheme (where they will help a student from years 7 – 12 for 30 minutes a week during a lunch hour) or assist with the running of Maths Battles. This takes place after School on a weekly basis and is run in conjunction with the Maths charit y www.wesolveproblems.org.uk t ogether with the Maths department at University College London. Mr T Woolliams