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Mathematics

at Maiden Erlegh School, Reading · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The EDEXCEL qualification covers Pure Mathematics, Statistics and Mechanics. In year 12 (AS) Pure Mathematics introduces analytical and logical processes and a range of problem solving techniques including a high level of competence in algebraic manipulation. Topics studied include: Mathematical proof, geometry, trigonometry, exponentials and logarithms, calculus and vectors. In Statistics topics include: statistical sampling, presenting and analysing date, modelling data using statistical distributions and statistical hypothesis testing. In Mechanics topics include: kinematics, forces and Newton's laws of motion. In Year 13 (A2) the course builds on the AS level content in the three main areas. In Pure Mathematics - emphasis is on advancing skills in trigonometry and calculus with the introduction of sequences and series and numerical methods for solving equations. The solution of differential equations is introduced and working with three-dimensional vectors.

What you need to get on

5 GCSE�s at grade 5+ (or Merit+ in equivalents). If the 5 passes does not include English (language or literature) and mathematics of grade 5+, students must, in addition, achieve at least a grade 4 in English (language or literature) and mathematics. In addition, a grade 7 or above in Maths GCSE.

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

  • Maiden Erlegh School

    Silverdale Road Earley, Reading, RG6 7HS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Reading

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