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GCE A Level in Mathematics A

at Poynton High School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

The areas of study for the new Mathematics A-level courses can be split into three sections; Pure Maths, Mechanics and Statistics. In Pure Maths you will learn new techniques to explore and model problems algebraically. Ever wanted to find the gradient of a curve? You’ll learn how in Pure Maths. Mechanics explores real world problems involving motion and forces; use the techniques you have learnt in Pure Maths to find the velocity you’d be travelling at during a parachute jump. Statistics will teach you to calculate and interpret statistics including; the probability that you pass your exams! Or that the England football team could ever win the World Cup. There are many links to other subjects in Mathematics; Physicists will find many parallels between the Pure Maths and Mechanics content and the Physics course, whereas Biologists, Geographers and Psychologists will all employ techniques learnt in Statistics.

What you need to get on

5 grade 4 or above at GCSE level including a grade 6 or above in Mathematics

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

  • Poynton High School

    Yew Tree Lane Poynton, Stockport, SK12 1PU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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