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Mathematics A Level [Y1]
East Sussex College - Eastbourne
Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 2UF
GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Level 3
Available start dates
Available start dates
Monday, 07 September 2026
East Sussex College - Eastbourne
2 Year(s)
Part of a full time programme
Daytime/working hours
Students will need to purchase text books for the year which cost about �45. Some students buy a new calculator but the one you have already may be fine.
Course Summary
On this course you will study the content of the new A level EDEXCEL Maths syllabus which consists of the study of Pure Mathematics and the study of the application of mathematics in Mechanics and Statistics. You will study pure mathematics content covering topics in algebra, trigonometry, and calculus and coordinate geometry, amongst others, and basic applications of Mathematics in Mechanics and Statistics. In the second year you will study further pure mathematics topics covering more algebra, trigonometry, calculus, and other topics, and extended applications of Mathematics in Mechanics and Statistics. You should take this course if you are interested in Computing, Engineering or Physics or if you are interested in progressing to a range of university courses requiring Maths as: Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Finance and many others.
Course Details
On this course you will study the content of the new A level EDEXCEL Maths syllabus which consists of the study of Pure Mathematics and the study of the application of mathematics in Mechanics and Statistics. You will study pure mathematics content covering topics in algebra, trigonometry, and calculus and coordinate geometry, amongst others, and basic applications of Mathematics in Mechanics and Statistics. In the second year you will study further pure mathematics topics covering more algebra, trigonometry, calculus, and other topics, and extended applications of Mathematics in Mechanics and Statistics.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
For the A level Maths qualification you will take 3 papers, two with pure content and one with applied content, two hours being allocated for each paper.
Entry requirements
Our general entry criteria to study 3 A-Levels is: Minimum five GCSEs grade 4-9 with English Language or Maths at grade 5. For a mixed Level 3 programme the criteria are: Minimum five GCSEs grade 4-9 with English Language or Maths at grade 4. Subject specific entry criteria apply: A GCSE grade 6 in Maths.
Your next steps...
Mathematical skills are highly prized and will be valuable when applying for university entry. A Mathematics qualification will give you a very significant advantage in the job market.
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