A Level in Further Mathematics
at The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe, High Wycombe · school or sixth form
What the college says
The Further Mathematics course covers all aspects of Mathematics in sufficient depth to provide a perfect foundation if you are aiming to continue studying not just Mathematics, but also Economics, Computing, Engineering, Medicine and Sciences to a higher level. Indeed, Further Mathematics is highly regarded for Economics and Engineering at the top universities. Mathematics and Further Mathematics are taken alongside two other A-levels. The Mathematics specification is taught in Year 12, whilst the Further Mathematics specification is taught in Year 13 and you can expect to receive homework up to six times a week. The A-Level Further Mathematics examination will comprise of 4 exam papers, which combined will be 6 hours in total and worth a total of 300 marks. The first two papers are both Core Pure Mathematics and you will study Further Pure and Further Mechanics for the other two examination papers. The allocation of marks is similar to the Mathematics A-level. There is no coursework in A Level Further Mathematics. Further Mathematics enables students to distinguish themselves as able mathematicians in the employment market and it eases transition to a mathematics-rich university course. You must enjoy Mathematics if you wish to study Further Mathematics and those with proven ability in it will find the course exciting, intriguing and inspiring. Students who have not completed Additional Mathematics or Level 2 Further Mathematics will be considered on an individual basis. As
What you need to get on
GCSE Grade 8 in Mathematics and Grade C or above in Additional Maths (FSMQ) if taken or Grade A in Level 2 Further Mathematics if taken
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
The Royal Grammar School High Wycombe
Amersham Road, High Wycombe, HP13 6QT
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · High Wycombe
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