Maths (Edexcel)

About this course

Maths helps you to think logically and analytically and to solve problems. This two-year course builds on GCSE or equivalent Maths and should be taken in conjunction with two or three other A level subjects.

A level Maths offers flexibility and options to students intending to take further study:

  • It supports other subjects including physics, maths, economics and biology
  • It develops your problem-solving and critical thinking skills through the study of mathematical concepts, data analysis and abstract reasoning
  • An A level qualification in maths qualifies students for further study and careers in science, finance, engineering, medicine and AI. It is a highly demanded qualification from employers across the world.

What you will study/learn

A level Maths covers the following units:

  • Proof
  • Probability
  • Data presentation and interpretation
  • Quantities and units in mechanics
  • Trigonometry
  • Vectors
  • Statistical sampling
  • Differentiation and Integration
  • Forces and Newton’s Laws

Assessment:

The Edexcel A Level in Maths assessment comprises three externally examined papers. Each paper is worth 33.3% of the assessment total.

  • Pure Mathematics Paper 1- a two-hour exam
  • Pure Mathematics Paper 2- a two-hour exam
  • Statistics and Mechanics - a two-hour exam

Entry requirements

Students applying for A Level programmes must have the equivalent of 4 GCSEs with a grade 5-8 (A-C grade) or better, or have taken A Levels previously, with unsatisfactory results, and level B2 English according to the CEFR for Languages; either IELTS 5.0 or better, or Cambridge FCE Grade C or above (this only applies to applicants whose first language is not English).

Students may also apply for A Level programmes if they have a satisfactory high school leaving certificate, or secondary school exit qualification, which is not equivalent to the A Level for UCAS purposes.

There are no prior learning or other requirements for this Pearson Edexcel Maths . Students who would benefit most from studying this qualification are likely to have a Level 2 qualification such as a GCSE in Mathematics with a grade 6 (B/A grade) and above.

Awarding Body

Pearson Edexcel

Career Prospects and further study

Many university courses in finance, science, technology, engineering and medicine require or actively encourage prospective students to take A level Maths. Employers in industry and government strongly favour students with advanced mathematical qualifications, particularly when it comes to dealing with technological changes and innovations. You will also have a higher earning potential in the job market.