A Level Mathematics
at Gosforth Academy, Newcastle Upon Tyne · school or sixth form
What the college says
To enrol for A level Mathematics, you must have at least a Grade 7 for GCSE mathematics. However, that alone won't guarantee success. You must have an enquiring mind and enjoy problem solving. Successful students at A level are prepared to persevere and work independently. All mathematicians have experienced that feeling of satisfaction when they solve a challenging problem or master a new concept. If you are also likely to study subjects such as Science, Geography, and Psychology, which have mathematical content, then studying A level Mathematics could well be advantageous.
What you need to get on
Grade 7 in GCSE Maths.
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
Gosforth Academy
Knightsbridge Great North Road, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 2JH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Newcastle upon Tyne
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