Mathematics AS / A2
Mathematics is a powerful means of communication with applications to a wide variety of disciplines. Mathematics describes relationships between numbers and other measurable quantities.
What will I be doing?
Core Units:
Year 1 – AS Level
Unit C1: Algebra; coordinate geometry; differentiation; integration
Unit C2: Algebra & Functions; sequences and series; trigonometry; exponentials & logarithms; differentiation; integration
Year 2 – A2 Level
Unit C3: Algebra & Functions; trigonometry; exponentials & logarithms; differentiation; integration; numerical methods Unit C4: Algebra & Functions; coordinate geometry in the (x,y) plane; sequences & series.
How will I be assessed?
There is a 90 minute examination for each module.
Where do I go from here?
rogression to university degrees in Mathematics, Physics and Engineering. Also useful for university degrees in Business, Finance, Economics, Accountancy, Computer Science and Information Technology.
Direct entry into employment within business in a variety of careers.
Entry requirements
AS Level: Five GCSEs at grades A* - C (including grade B or above in Mathematics)
A2 Level: AS level grade D or above
Course Duration
AS Level – 1 Year
AS & A2 Levels – 2 Years