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Maths A level without GCSE further maths?

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crikeyisthatthetimez · 16/08/2024 17:47

My DSs GCSE results are pending & he has already picked his A levels which include maths PE and Geography. He doesn't know what he wants to do degree wise yet however I feel these would keep his options open.

Since sitting GCSE maths he's doubting the Maths A level choice without further maths. His teacher said he will do further maths GCSE in first term & feels he is capable but DS is unsure if he is. Any advice?

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notquitetonedeaf · 16/08/2024 17:53

it's perfectly possible to do A level without having done further at GCSE but it makes the transition a bit steeper so he'll have to work a bit harder than those who have done further GCSE in the first couple of terms.

Be aware that in maths, students typically score about 2 grades lower than their GCSE grade at A level. So someone who gets a 7 at GCSE (an A in old money) would be on course for a C. Anyone getting less than a 7 at GCSE will likely find themselves floundering and might be best to do something else.

noblegiraffe · 16/08/2024 17:50

It's perfectly possible to do A-level without it - it used to be used to bridge the gap between GCSE and A-level but that was before the new GCSE which is more difficult. Most schools don't even offer it.

What grade is he expecting to get for maths? Has he completed summer bridging work?

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