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Further maths

An extra A level (or Advanced Higher topic) extending A level mathematics, taken by students who want to study more maths.

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Qualifications

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A level (Advanced level) England Wales Northern Ireland
A subject-based level 3 qualification usually taken over two years from age 16, graded A* to E, and the main route to university in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

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