Mathematical Studies

Course summary

Core Maths has been designed to maintain and develop real-life problem-solving skills. You will study mathematics that can be applied on a day-to-day basis in work, study, or life, including financial mathematics and statistics. Core Maths will also help your work for other A-level subjects, in particular science, geography, business studies, psychology, sociology, computing, and economics. The skills developed in the study of mathematics are increasingly important in the workplace and in higher education; studying Core Maths will help you keep up these essential skills. On average, students who study mathematics after GCSE improve their career choices and increase their earning prospects.