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Maths Core B Mei

at Helston Community College · college

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Core Maths is a one year qualification which is equivalent to an AS level. It is aimed at students who wish to continue studying mathematics beyond GCSE level but who do not want to study A level Mathematics. The course places emphasis on mathematical and statistical problem solving and is designed to support students who are on academic, mixed or vocational programmes of study, to prepare them for higher education, employment and their everyday lives. Core Maths is aimed at students who are considering careers in a variety of technical and professional roles, and those who wish to develop their use of mathematics and statistics to support the work they will do in a wide range of other subjects including Business, Computing, IT, Biology, Chemistry, Sociology, Psychology and Geography.

What you need to get on

The basic requirement is 5 or more Grade 4s at GCSE including GCSE Mathematics at grade 5 or above.

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

  • Helston Community College

    Helston School & Community College Church Hill, Helston, TR13 8NR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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