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Mathematics

at Gateacre School, Liverpool · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Why study Mathematics? It has been studied for thousands of years, yet it is still a vital, vibrant and development subject It is interesting in itself It forms part of every aspect of modern life, for example in science and technology, business and commerce It provides essential skills for dealing with the problems of the modern world It gives users techniques for understanding and solving problems It encourages the development of logical and enquiring minds A knowledge of advanced mathematics will give students a distinct advantage over other students on a wide variety of university courses. At Gateacre we offer the choice of either a one-year AS ward or the full (2year) A Level, following the AQA syllabus in Mathematics. It may also be possible to offer Further Maths AS or the full Further Maths A level, dependent on demand. An AS Award Advanced Subsidiary awards were introduced in 2000 and can be used in two ways. As a final qualification allowing candidates to broaden their students and defer decisions about specialism. As the first half of an advanced level qualification Three modules are required for the AS Award: Core 1 Core 2 Statistics 1 or Mechanics 1 Students will sit the C1, C2 and S1/M1 modules at the end of Year 12.

What you need to get on

5 GSCE Grade 4 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

  • Gateacre School

    Hedgefield Road, Liverpool, L25 2RW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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