Level 3 Core Maths (Mathematics in Context)

There are a number of specific subject entry requirements, please visit our website to review the courses and entry requirements or alternatively please contact the Sixth Form for specific details.

*Please choose 3 subject courses from different blocks, you will automatically be added to Maths or English resit classes on enrolment if you do not achieve required 4 in Maths or English Lit/Lang but you must still meet requirements for entry per subject.

Subject Code: 7MCO                                                                                                                                   QAN Code: 601/4857/3                                                                                                                              

WHAT WILL I STUDY?                                                                                                                                   This course is for students who wish to take their study of mathematics further, but do not wish to embark on the full A-level mathematics. It will support students who are studying other A-levels that makes extensive use of maths. Students will develop their knowledge and skills from GCSE and apply them to real life situations. There is some new level three skills that will be studied.

The primary focus is on using and applying mathematics and statistics to gain a deeper understanding and solve real world problems drawn from all areas of study, work and life. Learning to use spreadsheet programs such as Excel, which is used widely in the world, forms an important part of the course.

Core maths has three key objectives:

• to improve student's mathematical skills
• to develop their confidence in applying them to real life situations
• build skills in mathematical thinking and communication

 Teaching time will be 4 hours per fortnight.

HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED?                                                                                                                  The entire course is assessed by examination. There will be two exams at the end of year 13.

WHAT WILL I NEED TO STUDY THIS COURSE?                                                                                               Students will need to have achieved at least a grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics. This can be either having studied the Foundation or the Higher course.