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Mathematics – GCSE

Mathematics – GCSE

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WJEC GCSE in Mathematics (Intermediate or Higher Tier)

There are plenty of reasons why you might wish to study GCSE Maths; whether it’s to get better qualifications for higher education, creating more avenues for a career, or simply for self-improvement – sitting your GCSEs in adulthood is always a fantastic way to gain new skills and bolster your CV.

 

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£200.00

Is this course right for me?

This specification will encourage learners to be inspired, moved and challenged by following a broad, coherent, satisfying and worthwhile course of study. It will help learners to develop confidence in, and a positive attitude towards, mathematics and to recognise the importance and relevance of mathematics to their everyday lives and to society.

This course normally runs one evening per week, for 30 weeks, starting in September.

  • No formal entry requirements
  • Each application is considered on individual merit

Extending aspects of Mathematics required for progression to scientific, technical or further mathematical study for example teaching and Higher Education. This course will have an emphasis on problems set both in real-world contexts and within Mathematics itself and will encourage learners to employ and evaluate different mathematical techniques.

You will learn all the elements required for Intermediate and build on these if taking Higher Tier.

Units to be studied include:

  • Number:
    • Understanding number and place value
    • Understanding number relationships and methods of calculation
    • Solving numerical problems
  • Algebra:
    • Understanding and using functional relationships
    • Understanding and using equations and formulae
  • Geometry and Measure:
    • Understanding and using properties of shape
    • Understanding and using properties of position, movement and transformation
    • Understanding and using measures
  • Statistics:
    • Specifying the problem and planning
    • Processing, representing and interpreting data
    • Discussing results
    • Estimating and calculating the probabilities of events

Learners are able to complete either the full qualification or certain units or elements through the medium of Welsh/bilingually. Visit our Welsh Language in the College page to find out what else is available to you.

  • Written examination

Access to A-level Maths, to help meet the requirements for certain degree level courses.

  • Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course

Any costs above are approximate and may change. For information on refunds and course cancellations please see the fee policy.

Any costs above are approximate and may change. For information on refunds and course cancellations please see the fee policy.

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Last updated: 28/03/2024
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The College takes all reasonable steps to provide the educational services and courses as described above. Details are correct at the time of editing but may be subject to change without prior notice. Courses will not run if student numbers are insufficient. The College has the right to refuse individuals entry to courses in certain circumstances. Prospective students may be advised of more suitable alternatives, if appropriate. The entry requirements stated are those that are normally required to undertake the programme of study.
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