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Core Maths (equivalent to half an A level)

at King Edward Vii School, Sheffield · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsCertificate1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

Core Maths will help you understand and apply clear, mathematical reasoning to real-life problems, analyse and interpret data in various contexts and confidently deal with everyday financial maths. These practical mathematical skills will also help you with your other A-Level subjects, in particular with Sciences, Geography, Business Studies, Psychology, and Economics. Core Maths is designed for post-16 students who want to continue studying mathematics but not at A-Level. The Core Maths qualification will help you retain, deepen and extend your mathematics to be better prepared for higher education and employment. The qualification has the same number of UCAS points as 40% of an A-Level. We follow the OCR-MEI Core Maths Specification “Core Maths A (MEI) Level 3 Certificate - H868”. The examinations will be taken at the end of year 12 and is equivalent in size to 40% of an A-Level.

What you need to get on

You will need at least a grade 4 or above in Mathematics at GCSE. You should have an interest in deepening and strengthening your ability to use mathematics and statistics to understand the world around you.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

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

  • King Edward VII School

    GLOSSOP ROAD, SHEFFIELD, S10 2PW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · SHEFFIELD

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