Mathematical Studies

Course summary

Core maths is a Level 3 qualification for students who wish to develop their practical maths skills for the real world, be it in work, study or everyday life. Core maths is about students doing meaningful mathematical problems to increase their confidence in using maths and to be better equipped for the mathematical demands of other courses, higher education, employment and life. The content of the course is focused on the practical application of mathematics and would suit students who would like to develop their mathematical skills to assist further study, but who may find an A-level in mathematics too challenging. It has the same number of UCAS points as an AS level and is assessed by final examination after two years of study. The subject will be delivered in four periods per fortnight, half the time of an A-level. Core maths has been designed to maintain and develop real-life maths skills. What you study is not purely theoretical or abstract; it can be applied on a day-to-day basis in work, study or life and includes a financial maths element. It will also help with other A-level subjects, in particular with science, geography, business studies, psychology and economics.