Maths
What do I need to know? Exam board: We study . Entry Requirements: As well as the standard Sixth Form requirements, you must also have Grade 6 or above in GCSE Maths. Key Content: As well as the Pure Maths content discussed above, other branches of Mathematics studied are Statistics and Mechanics. These topics have a more specific, but equally important, relevance to life. |
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What is the work like? As an example of the kind of work that you will cover during the A-Level course, please find to the right the pre-A-Level material that we ask Year 11 to complete before starting their Maths course with us. |
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Who do I contact if I have any questions? Mr Price will be happy to answer any questions that you might have. You are welcome to email him on darren.price@twynhamschool.com. To ask a Maths student more about the course, please email student@twynhamsixthform.com and they will be happy to help you. |
Curriculum Information
Assessment
The A Level in Maths will consist of three two hour exams in June of Year 2.
Additional Costs
We provide: In class access to:-
In Year 1:
Edexcel Year 1 Pure mathematics, 978-1-292-18339-8
Edexcel Year 1 Applied mathematics, 978-1-292-23253-9
In Year 2:
Edexcel Year 2 Pure mathematics, 978-1-292-18340-4
Edexcel Year 2 Applied mathematics, 978-1-4469-4407-3
ÍÆÅ®ÀÉÎÞÊ¥¹âÕ¬¸£Àû wishing to use Year 1 textbooks for revision in Year 2 will be expected to purchase them.
Other costs: To be met by students
A-level mathematics revision guide, CGP, 978-1-78294-808-7
Scientific calculator is CASIO ‘ClassWiz’ fx-991EX - £25 (This specific model is ESSENTIAL – speak to the maths department if you need advice before purchasing)
Graphical Calculator – CASIO fx-CG50 (optional but recommended, about £85 if purchased through the school)
Trip to Maths Inspiration Show - Approximately £20 (optional but highly recommended)