Program Overview
The A-level Maths program at University College Birmingham is a 2-year, full-time program that provides students with a deep understanding of mathematical concepts and problem-solving skills. Students benefit from access to world-class university facilities and a network of resources and professionals.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Description:
The A-level Maths program at University College Birmingham is a 2-year, full-time program designed to equip students with a deep understanding of mathematical concepts and develop their problem-solving skills.
Key features:
- Experience the practical application of maths with the School of Engineering, Digital and Sustainable Construction.
- Benefit from specialist lectures focused on areas like the mathematics behind engineering and sports technology.
- Receive support from dedicated careers and apprenticeship departments to explore career opportunities and gain relevant experience.
- Gain guaranteed progression to a degree program at University College Birmingham upon achieving 56 UCAS points.
Other:
- Access to world-class university facilities through the connection to University College Birmingham.
Outline:
Content:
The A-level Maths program covers a comprehensive range of topics in both pure mathematics and mechanics and/or statistics.
Pure mathematics:
- Proof
- Complex numbers
- Matrices
- Further algebra and functions
- Further calculus
- Further vectors
- Polar coordinates
- Hyperbolic functions
- Differential equations
- Trigonometry
- Numerical methods
Mechanics and/or statistics:
- Statistical sampling
- Probability
- Statistical distributions/hypothesis testing
- Quantities and units in mechanics
- Kinematics
- Forces
- Moments
Structure:
- The program spans two years of full-time study.
Assessment:
Methods:
- Written exams
Criteria:
- Performance on the written exams determines the overall grade awarded for the A-level Maths program. However, it is reasonable to expect a combination of lectures, tutorials, practical exercises, and independent study.
Faculty:
- University College Birmingham boasts a team of experienced and qualified lecturers who provide instruction for the A-level Maths program.
- This provides students with a deeper understanding of how mathematics is used in the real world.
Careers:
Potential career paths:
- Accountant
- Pathologist
- Researcher
- Data analyst
- Engineer
- Philosopher
Career opportunities:
- Roles in fields such as engineering, economics, science, and numerate disciplines.
- Opportunities in research, medicine, engineering, finance, and other sectors.
Average salaries:
- Accountant: £40,000
- Pathologist: £72,000
- Researcher: £39,000
- Data analyst: £41,000
- Engineer: £42,000
- Philosopher: £35,000
Other:
Entry Requirements:
Academic requirements:
- You will need
- 4 GCSEs at grade 5 or above , including
- a grade 6 in Maths to study this A Level.
Supporting documents required:
- school report, which must include attendance This will be assessed in conjunction with your qualifications and application during the confirmation of your place at University College Birmingham.