Further Mathematics

EXAM BOARD: Pearson Edexcel (9FM0)
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Further Maths must be studied as a fourth A Level. Grade 8 in GCSE Maths. Students must also study the standard Maths A Level in years 12 and 13

Why Study Further Mathematics?


Further Mathematics broadens the student’s understanding of Mathematics by introducing new topics and a larger selection of mathematical applications. A Level Further Maths is a rigorous and academic qualification which is highly valued for university entry and employment. It enables students to distinguish themselves as able mathematicians and
it makes the transition to a mathematics-rich university course easier than studying A Level Maths alone.
 

Sample Course Content: 

  • Further Maths is made up of Core, Decision and Further Mechanics
  • Students will sit the AS Qualification at the end of Year 12, and then they will continue with Year 2 content in Year 13
  • Decision Maths topics include Algorithms, Graphs and Networks, Root Inspection, Critical Path Analysis and The Travelling Salesman problem
  • Further Mechanics topics include Momentum, Work Energy and Power, Elastic Strings, Elastic Collisions in one and two dimension

 

Career Value:


Students who study Further Mathematics are usually looking to apply to get on to a highly mathematical course at university, such as engineering, physics or mathematics itself.