The Maths department at Carmel has provided so much support to my learning through extracurriculars and tutorials.
Entry Requirements
GCSE grade 7 in Maths.
Exam Board Specification
Course Leaflet
What you will study
- The A Level builds on what you learnt at GCSE level (number, algebra, graphs, trigonometry)
- Introduction to calculus and its applications
- How mathematical ideas are interconnected
- How to make sense of data, to understand the physical world
- How to solve problems in a variety of context
Assessments
You will take three exams at the end of the second year of study.
Course Support
- Your individual needs are continually assessed and monitored throughout the year.
- Formal tutorials are then put in place to address any specific problems you may be having.
- At exams time, the department runs a series of comprehensive revision sessions.
- No Maths students are ever struggling for support
Enrichment Activities
- Problem Solving Workshops
- Educational Talks about mathematical careers
- Maths Workshop with Professor from Oxford University
- Competitions including UKMT Senior Maths Challenge and Liverpool Maths Society Pop Maths Quiz
- University admissions support for students wanting to study at competitive institutions and need to take an admissions test
Progression
Maths can lead to a wide range of courses in both further and higher education. There are many other diverse areas where mathematical skills are recognised as invaluable and essential. If you are planning to study a mathematics based course at university, we recommend you also study A Level Further Maths too.
Career Opportunities
A Level Maths can lead to a myriad of careers, some obvious ones include accountancy, banking, engineering, medicine, computing and scientific statistical research.
What Our Students Say
Studied: Mathematics (A*), Further Maths (A*), Statistics (A*)
“I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Carmel. I learnt a lot, both academically and personally. Carmel has been pivotal to what I have achieved so far, thanks to their exceptional teaching, the supportive environment, and the friends I made.
“I attended LJMU where I obtained a 1st Class Honours in Mathematics. During my time there, I worked for the university as a Maths tutor for Engineering students, I published a paper entitled ‘Antibiotic Prescribing Trends in Primary Care 2014-2022’ in a peer-reviewed journal, and I completed a summer placement with Applied Microbiology International, focusing on data analytics.
“In December 2024, I graduated from the London School of Economics with Distinction in MSc Data Science. Whilst at LSE, I undertook a 9-monthcapstone project partnered with Deutsche Bank, researching the application of Deep Reinforcement Learning for portfolio management. In January 2025, I will begin my career at Barclays as an AVP – Decision Analyst.”
Studied: Maths (A*), Further Maths (A*), Economics (A), Physics (A*)
“Carmel provided top quality teaching and a platform for me to explore what I was interested in. My tutors provided me with the help I needed to move into further education and understand how I could make this step in the best way. Overall, I view my time at Carmel as a success and I enjoyed much of it due t the people who surrounded me.
“I am currently working at the Bank of England, more specifically in the Prudential Regulation Authority, focusing on fintech and emerging risk in the financial sector. I studied Maths and Stats at Durham University.”
Studied: Mathematics (A*), Further Maths (A*), Chemistry (A*)
“I loved my time at Carmel. My subjects were very well taught and the college experience paved the way perfectly to progress to university and live the life I currently lead.
“I have recently graduated from the University of Manchester with MEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering and in September secured a graduate scheme with Costain Group PLC in Manchester as a Graduate Process Engineer for energy and nuclear. This graduate scheme will send me well on my way to becoming a Chartered Engineer with IChemE. Prior to securing my job I completed a membrane based dissertation in the National Graphene Institute and continued this research over the summer of 2024 with an internship.”
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Entry Requirements
GCSE grade 7 in Maths.