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further Maths at Phoenix Sixth Form

A Level Further Mathematics at Phoenix

Further Maths Subject Code

XFM01 / YFM01

Qualification

AS and A level

Exam board

Pearson Edexcel

Duration

1 year for AS level with an additional year for A level

Delivery method

Online, real-time classrooms, 24/7 access to curriculum

Start date

September

Entry requirements

Students entering Year 12 and wishing to study Further Maths will study A-level Maths in year 12 in on year. Further Maths will be completed in year 13.

Students studying Further Maths will have 6 learns and 8 explores to cover the content of the two courses.

If you’re looking to study this subject as one of four A levels, we strongly advise you only do so if you are predicted at least a grade 7 at GCSE / IGCSE in this subject or a relevant subject.

Exam details

Exams for Pearson Edexcel subjects are available to take online or in-person at an examination centre local to you.

Course fee

Pupils can choose A level economics and add other A levels for an added fee per subject, per year.

Further mathematics A level course overview

Pearson Edexcel A level further mathematics is accepted by universities and employers as proof of mathematical knowledge and understanding. Successful candidates gain lifelong skills, including:

  • A deeper understanding of mathematical principles
  • The further development of mathematical skills including the use of applications of mathematics in the context of everyday situations and in other subjects that they may be studying
  • The ability to analyse problems logically, recognising when and how a situation may be represented mathematically
  • The use of mathematics as a means of communication
  • A solid foundation for further study

This further maths A level online syllabus is intended for high ability learners who have achieved, or are likely to achieve, a high grade in the Cambridge International further mathematics A level examination.

Applying for Exams

In the October of year 11, 12 and 13 parents and guardians will receive an email asking which exams the learner intends to take, and where they would like to take them. Parents and guardians must inform Phoenix if they need assistance finding an exam centre by mid-October.

Phoenix can support you in finding a local exam centre. It is then down to the individual to register with the centre of choice and pay the exam fees to the centre directly. As each exam centre sets their own fees we cannot provide accurate pricing.

EXAMS AND ACCESSING LEARNING SUPPORT NEEDS

Physical, medical or learning support needs may be eligible for access arrangements during exams. These can include:

  • Extra time of 25%*
  • Extra time up to 50%*
  • A reader*
  • A scribe*
  • Supervised rest breaks
  • Separate room
  • Use of a laptop
  • Enlarged print exam papers

*These arrangements must be approved by the exam board. The learner will need to undertake learning assessments with an educational psychologist or specialist assessor to complete the application form. These assessments can take up to 18 months to process.

NOTE:  The deadline for application to the exam board is the February of the year that the learner sits exams.

PAYMENT OF FEES & OPTIONS

  • Students based in the UK have the option to pay annually, per term or monthly.
  • International students based outside the UK cannot pay monthly.

£7,550 per year – A-Level full-time (BASED ON 3 SUBJECTS)

  • One simple payment for a full year – includes all live lessons, mentoring
  • Excludes £100 one-off registration fee for full time
  • Excludes £500 deposit for UK Students (£1000 outside the UK)
  • Public exam entries and optional extra-curricular activities are charged separately

£3,250 Termly Fee Payment Option

  • Includes £500 deposit for UK
  • Excludes £55 registration fee
  • Termly payments are flexible – helping you to spread your payments. However, they tend to be more costly in total. 
  • All Exam fees are charged separately.

£1650 per half term – A Level full-time (BASED ON 3 SUBJETS)

  • Students can study up to 5 subjects.
  • £100 one-off registration fee
  • £500 deposit for UK Students (£1000 outside the UK)
  • Your total cost will be based on entry point

£1,221 Monthly Fee Payment Option (spread over 7 x payments)

  • Excludes £500 deposit
  • Excludes £55 registration fee
  • Monthly payments are flexible, helping you to spread your payments over multiple instalments while you are receiving full-time education, but they tend to be more costly in total.
  • Public exam entry fees and optional extra-curricular activities are charged separately.

ONE-TO-ONE TUTORING – £45-65 p/hr

To find out more about learning with Phoenix Sixth Form, or to reserve your place for September, contact us below and one of our admissions team will be in touch.
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