Pure mathematics forms the foundation of A level Maths, focusing on abstract concepts and the structures that underpin the subject. You’ll study a wide range of interconnected topics, including:
– Proof, algebra and functions
– Coordinate geometry
– Sequences and series
– Trigonometry
– Exponentials and logarithms
– Calculus (differentiation and integration)
– Numerical methods
– Vectors
These areas develop your logical reasoning and provide the tools needed for both applied mathematics and further study.

The applied side of the course is made up of Statistics and Mechanics, showing how mathematical ideas help us understand the world around us.
Statistics teaches you how to analyse data, interpret results, and make informed conclusions. You’ll learn to understand uncertainty, work with real-world data, and justify decisions using evidence. Key topics include:
– Data presentation and interpretation
– Probability
– Statistical distributions
– Correlation and regression
– Hypothesis testing

Mechanics explores the mathematics of motion and forces, the ideas behind engineering, physics, and how objects move in real life. You’ll study:
– Kinematics
– Forces and Newton’s laws
– Vectors in mechanics
– Moments
– Projectiles
Mechanics helps you understand and predict physical behaviour, building strong links with physics and engineering.