Core Mathematics Level 3
at Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School · school or sixth form
What the college says
Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) is a new qualification designed for students who have achieved a grade C or above at GCSE. The course is conceptually new but should appeal to all higher education establishments and employers. The course grounds students in the application of mathematics to real world situations. It 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.
What you need to get on
Minimum of 5 GCSE's Grades 9-5 including Maths and English
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
Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
39 Victoria Road Acocks Green, Birmingham, B27 7XY
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Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · Birmingham
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