For more detail on LUSoM and the courses offered, please download our prospectus.
Your choice of A-levels
Our curriculum is designed to push the boundaries of A-level mathematics for talented 16-19 year olds with a passion for maths and STEM subjects. Taught by specialist LUSoM staff in brand new facilities, you will study A-levels in Mathematics and Further Mathematics and then choose your additional A-levels from either the subjects taught at LUSoM or at Cardinal Newman College.
Example Timetable
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09.30 – 10.40 | Maths A-level | 4th A-level Subject | Curriculum X | 4th A-level Subject | |
| 10.45 – 11.55 | Further Maths A-level | 3rd A-level Subject | |||
| 12.10 – 13.20 | 3rd A-level Subject | Maths A-level | Further Maths A-level | 3rd A-level Subject | |
| 13.25 – 14.35 | Further Maths A-level | 3rd A-level Subject | Maths A-level | Further Maths A-level | |
| 14.40 – 15.50 | 4th A-level Subject | 4th A-level Subject | Downtime | Personal Development | Maths A-level |
LUSoM Award Projects
Students are required to complete two projects over the course of their time with us. The first project is a group project (groups of 4 or 5 students) with each group being assigned a mentor from Lancaster University. The group meets with the mentor a few times over the course of the project, and then is required to produce a research presentation and poster at the end.
At the end of Y12 leading into Y13, students are then required to do an individual project. This can be accredited to an EPQ (Extended Project Qualification) if the student wishes. All the projects require a write-up and a presentation.
Downtime
For our students’ wellbeing, it is really important to get a healthy balance between work and relaxation.
Downtime is a once-weekly session where students are obliged to pick an extra-curricular activity and encouraged to take time out from their studies. The sessions are student-led and are based on their interests. There is a mix of sporting activities (badminton, running, table tennis) alongside a film club, debating, board games and a chess club. We also run courses to help prepare students for university, such as, personal finance and cooking on a budget.
You will also benefit from and have access to the full range of extracurricular activities with peers at Cardinal Newman College. These will include The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, theatre productions and musical opportunities including band and choir groups and a variety of sporting activities.
LUSoM is not only a place in which we all study maths; it's a vibrant community of like-minded people who share an ambition, passion for problem-solving, and eagerness to learn. We also have excellent support: the teachers here truly care about their subject, going the extra mile to broaden our understanding and open our minds to every corner of maths.
Megan Walker - Student President 2023/2024