Mathematics
at The Netherhall School, Cambridge · school or sixth form
What the college says
In the world of work, the importance of maths is unquestionable. For example, it is the key to science and engineering; it is indispensable in commerce. A-level Maths aims to improve your knowledge and understanding of maths and its uses in the real world. Through the course, you will develop your skills to reason logically, comprehend mathematical arguments and recognise how different situations can be represented mathematically. Assessment: Three exams are completed at the end of the second year. The results of all three exams combine to form the overall A-level grade: Papers 1 and 2 are worth 33.3% each and cover the Pure Maths topics Paper 3 is worth 33.3% of the grade and is divided into two sections on Statistics and Mechanics.
What you need to get on
7 GSCE grades 9-4 or equivalent
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
The Oakes College Cambridge at Netherhall
Queen Edith's Way, Cambridge, CB1 8NN
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Cambridge
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