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Mathematics & Further Mathematics

It adds up – Maths opens doors

Edexcel Specification

The Maths department at Sheringham Sixth Form has a well-earned reputation for success. These courses expand your knowledge of Pure and Applied Mathematics to advanced standards. We develop the skills to solve increasingly complex problems using mathematical techniques such as modelling, statistical analysis, calculus and algorithms.

You will learn to read information given in a mathematical form as well as show your own ideas in the rigorous and logical fashion demanded by the subject – this is a language which is common throughout the world. The efficient use of calculators and computers is integral to the syllabus and these skills are developed throughout the course.

You will study:

Pure: This will continue to build upon the knowledge gathered at GCSE. You will expand your knowledge of Trigonometry, Vectors, Graphs and Algebra and Functions before learning about Calculus and its many applications.

Applied: Applied maths is split into Mechanics and Statistics. Mechanics complements the Physics A Level course and is the application of Mathematics in physical systems. We learn about how to model situations and apply SUVAT equations as well as developing our understanding of forces and Newton’s laws. Statistics explores the many different techniques required to analyse data properly. We have a large data set that we apply these techniques to enable us to draw conclusions about a set of data.

A Level Further Maths

Pure (Core Pure Maths 1 and 2): We expand upon the knowledge of A-level to include advanced calculus, imaginary numbers as well as hyperbolics.

Decision Maths: We look at processes required to use and apply algorithms to solve particular problems.

Further Mechanics: We build on the foundations of mechanics in the A Level course and look at more advanced topics such as Hooke’s Law and Elastic equations, and collisions.

Assessment:

Mathematics:

2 Pure Mathematics papers (2hrs) each worth 100 marks
1 Applied Mathematics paper (2hrs) worth 100 marks.

Further Mathematics:

Core Pure Mathematics 1 (90 mins) worth 75 marks
Core Pure Mathematics 2 (90 mins) worth 75 marks
Decision Mathematics 1 (90 mins) worth 75 marks
Further Mechanics 1 (90 mins) worth 75 marks

Careers/Further Education

Maths A Level is respected by universities as well as employers. It is essential for many science & engineering courses and careers, and is desirable for Medicine.

For more information please contact Mrs Hill

Our Schools

Synergy Multi-Academy Trust comprises fifteen Norfolk schools serving children between the ages of 2 and 18. Our schools work collaboratively together to raise standards and provide education of the highest possible standard, offering the best of opportunities for pupils. The Trust was initially established in 2015. We believe that all of our schools have strengths and areas to develop, and that all can improve through sharing expertise and wisdom. The Trust understands that there will be excellent practice in each school, and that every school will be able to contribute to the development of the Trust as a whole.

Our Schools

Synergy Multi-Academy Trust comprises fifteen Norfolk schools serving children between the ages of 2 and 18. Our schools work collaboratively together to raise standards and provide education of the highest possible standard, offering the best of opportunities for pupils. The Trust was initially established in 2015. We believe that all of our schools have strengths and areas to develop, and that all can improve through sharing expertise and wisdom. The Trust understands that there will be excellent practice in each school, and that every school will be able to contribute to the development of the Trust as a whole.

Sheringham Sixth Form

Holt Road, Sheringham
Norfolk
NR26 8ND

01263 820821
rkeshavarz@sheringhamsixthform.co.uk
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Synergy Multi-Academy Trust

Synergy Multi-Academy Trust comprises fifteen Norfolk schools serving children between the ages of 2 and 18. Our schools work collaboratively together to raise standards and provide education of the highest possible standard, offering the best of opportunities for pupils. The Trust was initially established in 2015. We believe that all of our schools have strengths and areas to develop, and that all can improve through sharing expertise and wisdom. The Trust understands that there will be excellent practice in each school, and that every school will be able to contribute to the development of the Trust as a whole.

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