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AS/A2 Mathematics

at The Commonweal School, Swindon · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The A-Level course consists of six modules, four of which are compulsory. These modules are about Pure Mathematics which really means it is mostly Algebra. You will start by developing the Algebra skills from your GCSE course, before moving onto new topics such as Binomial Expansion, Arithmetic/Geometric sequences and then Calculus (Differentiation/Integration). You will also study two other applied modules, one in Statistics and one in Mechanics (which is very similar to Physics). This means you will get all the core Mathematical skills but also an opportunity to see them applied in different areas. The skills you learn in Statistics will be useful in other subjects such as Geography, Psychology, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The Mechanics content links well with Physics and is particularly useful if you are interested in Engineering The structure is that in Y12 you would study the first two core modules (C1 and C2) along with the statistics (S1). Then in Y13 you study the last two core modules (C3 and C4) alongside the mechanics (M1) AS Level - Algebraic techniques, Differentiation and Integration, Trigonometry, Statistical and Probability techniques. A2 Level - The core units build upon the techniques in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Calculus developed in Core 1 and Core 2. The introductory module on Mechanics has a vector approach.

What you need to get on

Students need to enjoy the challenge of Mathematics and in particular the algebra elements. We would be looking for at least a high B grade with evidence of strong algebra skills.

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

  • Commonweal Sixth Form

    THE MALL, SWINDON, SN1 4JE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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