A Level Mathematics
at Carlton Academy, Nottingham · school or sixth form
What the college says
The A Level consists of three main branches of Mathematics that students are required to study before a university degree in a mathematical related course. Pure Mathematics is a selection of high level algebra including Euclidean Geometry, Calculus and Trigonometry. Statistics involves developing new methods on analysing data to find different types of averages, expected results, deviations and variations in the data. There is also a large data set that students will need to be familiar with and be able to use software to analyse various results for the data. Students will also look at different types of probabilities, such as conditional probability which is based on a series of outcomes. Mechanics involves studying the kinematics of particles, in other words: how things move in the physical world. It has similar topics to A Level Physics and it is essential for those wanting to study engineering or architecture.
What you need to get on
To study the A level, you must have achieved at least a Grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics. A full understanding of the more complex topics studied at GCSE such as solving quadratic equations, transformation of graphical functions and the more advanced trigonometry (using the sine and cosine rules) is essential to the course.
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
Carlton Academy
Coningswath Road Carlton, Nottingham, NG4 3SH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Nottingham
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