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Level 3 Certificate in Mathematical Studies

at The Spires College, Torquay · college

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate12 monthsPart timeFree

What the college says

Level 3 Core Maths is a one year Level 3 Mathematics course for students who have passed GCSE at Grade 4 or above but are not taking Advanced Level Mathematics. The aim is for you to retain, deepen and extend your your mathematical understanding through solving meaningful and relevant problems, building on your understanding at GCSE level. It is anticipated that this course will be particularly beneficial to you if you require a good level of mathematical skill for concurrent and future courses. The course sets out to use a problem solving approach to teach applied areas such as data handling, (relevant to Geography, Psychology, Business and Sciences), decision maths ( relevant to many business related subjects and computing) and personal finance, including calculating income tax and National Insurance. This course will give you confidence with numerical techniques required at degree level or in future employment. Taken alongside a Tech Level subject and the Extended Project, it contributes to the achievement of the Technical Baccalaureate.

What you need to get on

Grade 4 or above in GCSE Mathematics. This one year course must form part of a Study Programme comprising at least three other two-year qualifications. You will need a scientific calculator.

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

  • The Spires College

    Westlands Lane, Torquay, TQ1 3PE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Torquay

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