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Certificate in Mathematical Studies

at Coombe Dean School, Plymouth · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

The Core Maths qualification provides a modern approach to Mathematics and aims to support students with the mathematical content of other A Level courses and, as such, is recommended for students studying any science A Level subject, psychology, economics, geography, business studies, IT or computing. Core Maths develop students mathematical skills and will support students intending to study degree courses and vocational courses with mathematical content.

What you need to get on

Mathematics and is available to any student who has gained a C grade or higher at GCSE and would like to continue to enjoy their maths studies.

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

  • Coombe Dean School

    Charnhill Way Plymstock, Plymouth, PL9 8ES

    DaytimeClassroom based
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