A-Level Mathematics

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:

Exam board: Edexcel

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.

Entry Requirements:

7 Higher Grades

  • Grade 7 for Maths
  • Grade 4 (or above) for English
  • Grade 4 (or above) for other GCSE subjects
  • 1 BTEC (or equivalent) at Merit or above may be included within the 7 grades

Further information regarding this course can be downloaded below.

David Parro
Subject Lead for Maths
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Maths Subject Information 2026