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A LEVEL
FURTHER MATHEMATICS

OVERVIEW This course is for students who are strong mathematicians. The course is
studied in addition to A level Mathematics. Students will work at an accelerated
pace through the syllabus and will have access to enrichment and extension
opportunities.

APPROACH This is a fast-paced course and students are expected to ensure that they develop a
very good understanding of each topic as it is covered; there is little time for
extensive revision. Students will also be exposed to a variety of extra-curricular
topics, such as the History of Mathematics and discussions about recent discoveries.
All students will be entered in the UKMT Senior Mathematics Challenge and there
are opportunities to prepare for the British Mathematical Olympiad alongside other
competitions and university entrance papers.

COURSE OUTLINE The Further Mathematics syllabus introduces students to some exciting new
concepts such as matrices, polar coordinates and complex numbers. The
trigonometry, calculus and algebra introduced in A level Mathematics is extended.

FURTHER INFORMATION Anyone interested in studying Mathematics at a top university will need to have
studied Further Mathematics. This course is also an advantage for anyone
considering physics, computer science, engineering or economics. Further
Mathematics A level is an extremely well respected qualification which is widely
regarded as one of the hardest to obtain.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Grade 8 (A*) at IGCSE or equivalent is essential. A passionate interest in
mathematics is required; a good grade in an additional qualification (e.g. Additional
Mathematics) is an advantage, but is not essential.

EXAM BOARD AND H245
SPECIFICATION www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-and-a-level/further-mathematics-a-h235-h245-
from-2017/
CONTACT Head of Mathematics
Dr C Fiddes
fiddes.c@millfieldschool.com

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