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Mathematics at A level provides an opportunity to extend knowledge, skills and techniques learnt at GCSE. Pure Mathematics develops the framework and Applied Mathematics in Statistics and Mechanics puts the skills to use in solving real-world problems. Such a qualification is highly sought after by universities
Examination Board AQA
Sixth Form > Our Pathways
Mathematics at A level provides an opportunity to extend knowledge, skills and techniques learnt at GCSE. Pure Mathematics develops the framework and Applied Mathematics in Statistics and Mechanics puts the skills to use in solving real-world problems. Such a qualification is highly sought after by universities
Examination Board AQA
Mathematics at A level provides an opportunity to extend knowledge, skills and techniques learnt at GCSE. Pure Mathematics develops the framework and Applied Mathematics in Statistics and Mechanics puts the skills to use in solving real-world problems. Such a qualification is highly sought after by universities
Mr Nichols
A minimum of 5 9-5 GCSE grades, which must include a grade 5 or above in either English Language or English Literature.
Students must be prepared to work long hours outside lesson time to regularly review the topics covered.
| Assessment | Topic Area | Duration | Value |
| Paper 1 | Pure | 2 hour exam | 1/3 |
| Paper 2 | Pure and Mechanics | 2 hour exam | 1/3 |
| Paper 3 | Pure and Statistics | 2 hour exam | 1/3 |
The course consists of three two-hour exams, with no coursework.
An A Level Maths qualification is a valuable key to any scientific degree, but especially one in Medicine or Mathematics itself. Universities value the powers of analysis, the capacity to think logically and the ability to solve problems, which the student has gained.
| AQA A Level Maths Year 1 & 2 Mechanics | Student Workbook |
| AQA A Level Maths Year 1 & 2 Statistics | Student Workbook |
| Year 1 & 2 Complete Revision & Practice with Online Edition | CGP New A Level Maths |
Mr Nichols