SixthFormHeader2016CoreMaths

Level 3 certificate in mathematical studies

AQA

Course Overview

The new Core Maths qualification will help students retain, deepen and extend their mathematics and be better prepared for higher education and employment. Core Maths will help them to understand and apply clear, mathematical reasoning to ral-life problems, analyse and interpret data in various contexts and confidently deal with everyday financial maths.

It helps to develop students’ mathematical skills and thinking and supports courses such as A-level Psychology, Sciences and Geography as well as technical and vocational qualifications.

What will I learn?

Students will be expected to develop and demonstrate confidence and competence in the understanding and application of mathematical modelling in the solution of problems related to decision making and the planning of projects.

Level 3 (AS Level) Core Maths

  • Critical path analysis
  • Expectation
  • Cost benefit analysis

How will I be assessed?

There are two examinations at the end of year 13 usually at the end of May.
Internal assessments will be taken regularly after each topic and each half term.

Extra curricular activities

This year we have some outstanding Mathematicians joining the course. Visits to local universities to be part of maths challenges competing against local providers. Rich mathematical days exploring the use of mathematics in the real world.

Entry requirements

A minimum average Key Stage 4 points score of 42 is required, along with GCSE Mathematics at grade C (higher GCSE preferable)

Education progression opportunities

  • Examples – Birmingham City University
  • BSC (HONS) Psychology BBC
  • BA (HONS) Business studies BBC
    Recognised by local apprentiship providers

Career progression opportunities

Employers pay a premium for the problem solving and number crunching skills Core maths.

  • Careers include;
  • Engineering
  • Medicine
  • Accountancy
  • Finance
  • Law
  • Education
  • Business Management
  • Software Development…to name just a few.