FREE A level Mathematics Taster Session

Our Virtual Open Week is a great way to get a taster of a specific subject, learn more about the College’s ethos, and chat to our teaching and senior staff.

Our Virtual Open Week hosts a variety of free one-hour A Level classes with our tutors. We invite all students considering studying a course at David Game College to attend.

To sign up to any of our taster sessions please do so here: https://www.davidgamecollege.com/3658/virtual-open-week

What board do we do? Edexcel, AS/A Level code: 8MA0/9MA0.

What is Mathematics?

Mathematics is a vast subject studying numbers, quantities, shape, space, their relationships, and a lot more. It attempts to describe this world as accurately and rigorously as possible, and thus is widely regarded as “the most precise human language”. The subject has got a huge number of fields and branches, and is fundamental to much of science and technology nowadays. It is generally divided into Pure and Applied Mathematics: the former studies entirely abstract objects, while the latter is concerned with applications of Mathematics in real life. By the end of the course, a successful student will have developed solid foundations in basic mathematical concepts and ideas, calculation skills, and problem-solving techniques necessary for higher education, further personal studies or careers.

Which subjects combine well with Mathematics?

From natural sciences like Physics and Chemistry, to social ones like Economics and Sociology, to Business Studies and ICT, many subjects directly rely on Mathematics because of the use of numbers, calculations and logic required to establish various concepts and solve numerous problems. However, the latter appears to depend only on logic and common sense. That is why Mathematics is often considered the ‘Queen of the Sciences’. The subject develops one’s ability to think clearly, argue reasonably, and solve problems effectively, which is important in any area of study where critical thinking is essential.

What careers and University courses can Mathematics lead to?

Excellent results in A Level Mathematics have become a standard prerequisite for gaining admission to a degree in the UK. A or A* grade in the subject is now on the list of the minimum requirements of top universities like Oxbridge, Imperial, LSE and UCL. Therefore, A Level Mathematics is quite essential today for entering a prestigious university, regardless of what study interests and career plans one may have.

A Mathematics degree, in turn, is highly valued by employers due to the skills in analysis, problem-solving and, of course, numeracy, that it develops. Many graduates have chosen to use their mathematical skills in careers in the City of London, such as trading and risk analysis; in banking, insurance and other financial services; and in scientific research, IT and industry. However, this is not an exhaustive list as the transferable skills gained through study of Mathematics are, in general, of wide applicability in many walks of life.

In short why choose David Game College?

• Outstanding exam results, 55% A*A ; 77% A*-B (2020)

• 70% of our students go to Russell Group Universities

• Outstanding Ofsted reports in 2017 & 2020

• Individual UCAS support & careers guidance

• Weekly personal tutor meetings

• Attendance & progress are monitored very closely

• Small class sizes

• Specialist Medical & Life Sciences Programme

• Excellent modern facilities: 60 spacious & airy classrooms, 3 Science Labs, Auditorium with 220 seats, Canteen, Gym, 2 Art Studios, 2 Dance Floors, Photography Studio & Darkroom

• Superb transport links: within walking distance from Tower Hill, Aldgate and Liverpool Street Underground Stations , Fenchurch Street Station & Tower Gateway DLR

• Fantastic Central London location in Tower Hill surrounded by iconic London buildings, London’s financial hub and minutes’ away from the Tower of London & Tower Bridge

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