Further Mathematics
at Sacred Heart Catholic High School, Newcastle Upon Tyne · school or sixth form
What the college says
It is a challenging qualification, which both extends and deepens your knowledge and understanding beyond the standard A level Mathematics. Students who do it often say it is their favourite subject. As well as learning new areas of pure mathematics you will study further applications of mathematics in mechanics, statistics and decision mathematics. This qualification can be offered at either As or full A level.
What you need to get on
An Average Point Score of 6.5 is required.
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
Sacred Heart Catholic High School
Fenham Hall Drive, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 9YH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Newcastle upon Tyne
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