AS/A2 Mathematics

Full Time

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Course Code

QMS3YM11/BAFAP

Course Level

Level 3

Where will this course lead?

This course is ideal for you if you wish to pursue a career in medicine, dentistry, science, engineering, technology, architecture, business, teaching, accountancy.

What will I study?

The majority of the course covers Pure Mathematics, which includes use of algebra, trigonometry, co-ordinate geometry and calculus. The remainder of the course is comprised of statistical analysis.

There are 3 modules for each of AS and A2 Mathematics.
AS consists of Core 1, Core 2 and Statistics 1.
A2 consists of Core 3, Core 4 and Statistics 2.
A detailed specification of the course is available at www.ocr.org.uk

How will this course be delivered?

The course is taught for 5 hours each week and students are expected to spend an equivalent amount of time in private study.

What qualifications will I get?

GCE A2 Level Mathematics (MEI)

How will I be assessed?

Each module is assessed by an examination of 90 minutes. Core 3 has a coursework component worth 20% of that module mark.

How do I get a place on the course?

A level programme application and interview.

What are the entry requirements?

A-Levels are part of a 2 year full time programme which will require 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, generally from national Curriculum subjects and normally including both English and Mathematics and an average point score of 5. Also a successful interview where we will require current academic references and reports.

Subject specific requirements for Mathematics include GCSE Grade B or above in Mathematics at Higher Tier - this includes an entry assessment after 3 weeks. This subject has to be taken with A-Level Mathematics.

What else do I need to know?

There will be tests during induction week and in Week 3 to finalise entry to AS level. Students need to be successful in these tests to proceed with the maths course.

Solihull College offers full time and part time courses for businesses and residents in Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Coventry Warwickshire and the whole of the West Midlands.

What can I do after this course?

On successful completion of the A level course you can progress onto an appropriate course at university or into suitable employment.

Is there anything else I will have to pay for in order to do this course?

Students will be required to purchase a recommended text book and you will also need a scientific calculator.

Contact

Blossomfield Campus

Solihull College
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB

Tel: 0121 678 7000
Minicom: 0121 628 7005
Email: enquiries@solihull.ac.uk
Internet: www.solihull.ac.uk

Have you got a question about this course?

Please contact Admissions on 0121 678 7000 with any queries.

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