Mathematical Studies

Course summary

This is designed for students who have passed GCSE Math at grade 4 or above and who want to keep their valuable math skills up to date in preparation for employment or university study, but who are not planning to take A level Mathematics. The skills developed in the study of mathematics are increasingly important in the workplace and higher education; studying Core Math will help you keep up these essential skills. It is designed to develop real-life math skills and build on GCSE Mat content, along with some new mathematical content. It is very useful in supporting other A-level subjects such as biology, geography, psychology, business, and geography. It also complements other level 3 studies, such as BTEC level 3 qualifications. Core Math attracts up to 20 UCAS points, the same as an AS level qualification, which can help to achieve the entry requirements required for entry to an undergraduate degree course. The subject content of Core Math varies depending on what other subjects the students following the course are taking. They include analyzing data to make decisions and using spreadsheets and percentages in real-life contexts. You might also study topics such as critical path analysis, exponential growth, and Normal distribution – each of these is used to solve problems arising from everyday life, business, or scientific contexts.