Core Maths

Course summary

Core Maths is a single year course that is run to allow any student in the Sixth Form access to a Maths qualification. The course is intended for those that achieve a grade 4 or better at GCSE but do not wish to study the Maths A-Level. There is a key focus on ‘Real Life’ Maths, so students will study mortgages, personal finance, calculating taxes and interest rates. The course also helps to develop students’ mathematical skills and thinking and supports courses such as A-level Psychology, Sciences and Geography as well as technical and vocational qualifications.