A Level transition
Mathematics is the most widely chosen subject at A level; however, numerous students admit that adapting to the new A-level standards after GCSE can be difficult. To assist with the transition process, we have compiled a list of excellent resources below that will aid you in starting the course with confidence.
Hegarty A Level prep
- Colin Hegarty from Hegarty Maths is offering a wonderful chance to get ready for A Level Mathematics. Here is a link to a playlist with all the 26 lessons!
AMSP A Level transition
- To excel in your A-level course, it's essential to master certain fundamental skills. Fortunately, the Advanced Maths Support Programme (AMSP) has created some excellent materials that can aid you in this endeavor! - View here.
Induction booklet
- Chris Ansette has developed a revision handbook that covers all the essential A-level concepts, with examples, questions, and solutions. This valuable resource is highly beneficial. Follow him on Twitter @mransette. - View here.
Bridging tests
- The AS Pure Mathematics bridging tests below are provided to support students making the transition from GCSE to AS level Mathematics. They are based on the Foundations of Advanced Mathematics (FAM) papers. - View here.
Reading list
If you've decided to pursue Mathematics at A-level, it's reasonable to assume that you have a keen interest in the subject. With that said, the following books may be of interest to you.
- 50 Mathematical Ideas You Really Need to Know (Tony Crilly)
- Alex’s Adventures in Numberland (Alex Bellos)
- Cabinet of Mathematical Curiosities (Ian Stewart)
- The Calculus Wars (Jason Socrates Bardi)
- The Code Book (Simon Singh)
- The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time (Mark Haddon)
- How Many Socks Make a Pair?: Surprisingly Interesting Maths (Rob Eastway)
- Hello World: How to be Human in the Age of the Machine (Hannah Fry)
- Humble Pi: A Comedy of Maths Errors (Matt Parker)
- The Life-Changing Magic of Numbers (Bobby Seagull)
- The Num8er My5teries (Marcus du Sautoy)