This course is taken alongside Mathematics and students stay in the same group for both courses. It is a challenging qualification which both extends and deepens knowledge and understanding beyond the standard A level Mathematics. As well as learning new areas of Pure Mathematics study will include further applications of Mathematics in Mechanics and Statistics. In year 12 new topics are introduced such as Matrices and Complex Numbers which are vital in many STEM degrees. In year 13 students have the option of specialising in Mechanics Statistics or Further Pure depending on individual strengths and interests.