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Certificate in Mathematical Studies

at St Thomas More Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Nuneaton · sixth form college

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Course description: Core Maths is a term use for a level 3 post-16 Mathematics qualification in the sixth form at St Thomas More Catholic School taken alongside A-levels courses. It is equal in size to an AS level, and carry the same UCAS tariff. So why should you choose a Level 3 Core Mathematics? Well despite the obvious enjoyment and challenge it will provide, a qualification equivalent to AS level in Mathematics. It equips you for the next stage of your life whether that be following academic or vocational pathway. It is endorse by many leading University with some making reduced offers for Core Mathematics students. Core Maths is designed to support students who achieve grade 5 or above in GCSE Mathematics, but decide not to study AS or A-Level Mathematics. Core Maths is valuable for any student planning a future that requires good quantitative skills, whether in higher education or employment. Degrees such as Biology, Geography, Business studies and Economics all expect a high level of mathematical competency that will supported by studying Core Maths. Furthermore, it will help students develop skills that support the quantitative aspects for the following courses: Sociology, Psychology, Environmental Sciences, Sports Sciences and PE, Health and Social Care.

What you need to get on

GCSE grade 5

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • St Thomas More Catholic Academy and Sixth Form College

    Greenmoor Road, Nuneaton, CV10 7EX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Nuneaton

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