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GCE Mathematics

at King Edward Vi Aston School, Birmingham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

We offer a total of 12 mathematics modules, allowing students to gain both a Mathematics and a Further Mathematics A level. The examination board is Edexcel Most students study six modules from the twelve which we offer. Modules offered are from the areas of pure mathematics, statistics and mechanics. Those wishing to take two A levels in mathematics will study all twelve modules. Further Mathematics is normally studied as an extra A level. There is no coursework element to this A level. The mathematics course is a demanding one. Only those who have taken the higher paper at GCSE should consider undertaking it. For Aston students there is an additional indicator: experience has shown that unless a student was in one of the top three sets in Years 10 and 11 he will struggle to achieve a satisfactory A2 level pass - an AS would appear to be a more sensible target.

What you need to get on

In order to study Science, Mathematics and Computer Science a student must have achieved 8,7,7 in GCSEs involving these subjects (for example to study Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry a student must have achieved an 8 in at least one of these subjects and 7's in the others).

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

  • King Edward VI Aston School

    FREDERICK ROAD ASTON, BIRMINGHAM, B6 6DJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BIRMINGHAM

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