Course Overview
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.
Pure Mathematics
- – Proof
- – Algebra and Functions
- – Coordinate Geometry
- – Sequences and Series
- – Trigonometry
- – Exponentials and Logarithms
- – Differentiation and Integration
- – Numerical Methods
Statistics
- – Statistical Sampling
- – Data Presentation and Interpretation
- – Probability
- – Statistical Distributions
- – Statistical Hypothesis Testing
Mechanics
- – Vectors
- – Quantities and Units in Mechanics
- – Kinematics
- – Forces and Newton’s Laws
- – Moments
Course Leader of Mathematics
Mr Nichols
Entry Requirements
Sixth Form Entry Criteria:
A minimum of 5 9-5 GCSE grades, which must include a grade 5 or above in either English Language or English Literature.
Special Entry Requirements:
Students must be prepared to work long hours outside lesson time to regularly review the topics covered.
English Language or English Literature 5
Maths 6
How do I prepare?
Recommended Reads
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 |
Mathematics Activities
Course Leader of Mathematics
Mr Nichols
jack.nichols@woodgreenacademy.co.uk