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Course Details
Why choose this course?
Mathematics is among the most useful and valued A Levels for any student who can cope academically with the subject.
The A Level is essential as a support for Engineering and is highly desirable for commerce-orientated courses, the Physical Sciences, Architecture, Banking and Finance; it is suitable for potential medics and it is highly regarded by universities and employers. Mathematics can be taken with almost any combination of subjects, and it is recommended for students who can benefit from the course, whatever their other A Levels.
Course Content/Main Topics
The A Level units consist of 2/3 Pure Mathematics (Core) and 1/3 Statistics & Mechanics (Applied).
Careers and Higher Education
Studying Mathematics helps you develop skills in logical thinking, problem-solving and decision making, which are valued by employers across many job sectors including accounting, medicine, engineering, finance, business consultancy, strategy, IT programming, design, construction and astrophysics to name a few.
Qualification
A Level
Assessment
The A Level units consist of 2/3 Pure Mathematics (Core) and 1/3 Statistics & Mechanics (Applied), which is assessed over 3 written examinations at the end of the two year course: 2 Core and 1 Applied.
Entry Requirements
Grade 7 or above in Mathematics GCSE
Contact Information
Mrs R. Blake – Head of Mathematics
rblake@wombournehighschool.co.uk
For general sixth form enquires, please email: office@wombournehighschool.co.uk