Further Maths
AQA Level 2 Certificate in Further Mathematics
For KS4 students who are likely to achieve high grades in GCSE mathematics and progress onto A level Mathematics.
- Studying for this qualification has a number of benefits for able students:
- It assesses skills such as algebraic reasoning, in greater depth than GCSE Mathematics.
- It builds on the Key Stage 4 curriculum and is intended as an additional qualification to GCSE Mathematics, rather than as a replacement.
- It gives students a firm foundation for AS or A level Mathematics.
- It allows students to be stretched and challenged to think about mathematics more deeply but without the problems of doing some of A Level mathematics early.
- It will make the transition to A-Level Mathematics easier, so if you are thinking of doing A-Level Maths or Further Maths, it is a good choice.
How will it be taught ?
- Taught by Mr Ellis.
- One lesson per week, plus homework. Both are compulsory.
- Wednesdays after school, 3.30 – 4.30.
- You must buy the Revision Guide and Exam Practice Workbook (about £7 in total last year).
What do the exams look like ?
- Two papers – Usually in the middle of June
- Paper 1 – Non-calculator
– 1 hour 45 mins
– 80 marks (50%) - Paper 2 – Calculator
– 1 hour 45 mins
– 80 marks (50%)