“Studying both Maths and Further Maths has allowed me to develop my interest in Maths and become a more independent, logical student. I would definitely recommend taking both A Levels if you have an interest in the subject as I have progressed a massive amount over the past two years, aided by the support of Carmel’s Maths teachers.

The Maths department at Carmel offers tutorials and one-to-one support and there are lots of resources to help you progress in your subjects. We had the opportunity to take part in the UKMT, a national yearly maths challenge, where you can apply your maths skills to problem solving.

I have particularly enjoyed the added complexity of Further Maths, especially the mechanics modules which provide applications to real life. By taking both Maths and Further Maths, I feel much more prepared to move onto university where I hope to study Maths and Actuarial Science.”

Progressed to study Actuarial Science and Mathematics at the University of Manchester

Alex Murray

Wade Deacon High School

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.”

Lucy Malabar, 2020 alumna

Wade Deacon

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.”

Oliver Duck, 2020 alumnus

Wade Deacon

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.”

Ryan Owen, 2020 alumnus

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