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Maths (GCEA)

at Loxford School, Ilford · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Mathematics is the tool and language of commerce, engineering and other sciences – physics, computing, biology etc. It helps us recognise patterns and to understand the world around us. Mathematics plays a vital, often unseen, role in many aspects of modern life. At Loxford, Mathematics is one of the most popular subjects chosen by students at AS and A2 levels. Mathematics at KS5 in Loxford is driven by dedication, passion and enthusiasm. Our A-level Mathematics team boasts one of the highest numbers of A-A* grades at A-Level in the school. We also achieve excellent results in Further Mathematics. A Brief Description of the Course: This course aims to develop the ability to apply mathematical skills and techniques in other subjects and to lay foundations for the further study of mathematics and other disciplines. Pure Mathematics is learnt through Core Mathematics modules and Further Pure Mathematics modules at AS and A-Level. This extends knowledge of algebra and trigonometry and introduces new ideas such as calculus. Students also study applications of mathematics and will choose between mechanics, statistics and decision. Mechanics is the study of the motion of objects and the forces acting upon them. In the Statistics, they learn how to analyze data and draw conclusions from it using probability and other concepts. Decision is the study of algorithms, critical path analysis and the introduction to optimization. What do students need to know before taking this course? You

What you need to get on

To study any combination of 3 A levels, you must have at least 5 GCSE grades above a level 5, including English and Maths.

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

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