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GCE A Level in Mathematics

at Heckmondwike Grammar School, Heckmondwike · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level21 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is for students who want to continue studying mathematics after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the topics but the A level will give you the chance to study these and some new ones in much greater depth. You'll need a good grasp of the topics you covered at GCSE and confidence to take your skills to another level. Maths is a facilitating subject which means it will prepare you for a wide range of degree subjects. It can be a recommended or in fact a necessary requirement for many mathematical, technical and scientific subjects at university. It's a good combination with most other subjects you can study at A level and will give you a useful set of transferable skills including logical reasoning, problem solving and analytical thinking skills that can lead to many different careers.

What you need to get on

A grade 6 in Mathematics. Achieving a minimum of a grade 5 in English Language or English Literature. Achieving at least 3 other GCSES at grade 6 or above.

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

  • Heckmondwike Grammar School

    High Street, Heckmondwike, WF12 7NA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Heckmondwike

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