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TITLE: AQA Level 3 Advanced GCE in Further Mathematics (603/1841/7)

Why study Further Mathematics at William Farr?

Further Mathematics is taught in addition to, not in place of, A Level Mathematics. It gives students an opportunity to experience and understand a wider range of topics not covered by A Level Mathematics, and increases the breath and depth of study of Mathematics, preparing students for next steps, often in a career in a STEM subject.

What will you study?

Students will be taught to understand and use mathematical arguments, language and proof, as well as mathematical modelling and mathematical problem solving. It includes Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics.

Pure Mathematics topics include: proof; complex numbers; matrices; further calculus; polar coordinates; hyperbolic functions; differential equations; and numerical methods.

There are two areas of Applied Mathematics taught in this course: Further Mechanics and Discrete Mathematics.

Further Mechanics will build on the content taught within the main A Level and will include momentum and collisions; work, energy and power; circular motion; and centre of mass and moments.

Discrete Mathematics is an area of Mathematics that will be new to students and will include: game theory; critical path analysis; linear programming; networks and flows; and binary operations. It has links to computing and decision-making in a range of contexts.

Students will sit three 2-hour examinations at the end of the course.

Where can Further Mathematics lead?

Further Mathematics is recommended for students who wish to progress to a degree in Mathematics or a degree with some Mathematics content, e.g. Science, Aerospace, Defence, Finance, Engineering, Medicine, Actuarial Science. It is a highly regarded course by top universities, particular for STEM-related programs. Studying mathematics provides you with valuable skills and a firm base for life-long learning.