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Core Mathematics - Level 3 Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning

at Wymondham High Academy, Wymondham · school or sixth form

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

The Level 3 Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) has been developed jointly by OCR and Mathematics in Education and Industry (MEI) to meet the Core Maths requirements. This qualification gives learners the mathematical skills to tackle problems in a variety of authentic situations. The aim is to emphasise and encourage the following widely recognised and desirable outcomes: ? sound understanding of mathematicalconcepts,skills andtechniques from GCSE and beyond fluency in procedural skills, common problem solving skills and strategies ? confidence inapplyingmathematical and statistical thinking and reasoning in a range of new and unfamiliar contexts to solve real life problems ? competency in interpreting and explaining solutions of problems in context. Students will be encouraged to tackle problems in realistic contexts that are relevant to their other subjects. Topics covered include modelling, statistics, finance, working with exponentials, working and gradients, geometry and measures, risk, estimation, problem solving, communicating solutions, use of technology. WHO SHOULD TAKE THE SUBJECT?Students taking Core Mathematics will not be taking A-level Mathematics or Use of Mathematics. Students taking any science subject, Psychology, Geography, Economics or Business Studies are encouraged to take Core Mathematics to support their other subjects. Universities will look favourably on the course and it is likely to become compulsory in the next few years. University cours

What you need to get on

Standard entry requirement is 38 points from 8 GCSE subjects (eg Grade 8 = 8 points) with at least a Grade 4 in English and Mathematics. Students need to gain at least a Grade 6 in a GCSE that they wish to continue at A Level

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

  • Wymondham High Academy

    Folly Road, Wymondham, NR18 0QT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Wymondham

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