Why Study This Course?
Do you want to gain a Maths GCSE? This GCSE Maths course is designed for you. It will help you achieve a nationally recognised qualification and improve your confidence in Maths. Supportive tutors will guide you every step of the way. This course is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their maths skills and open doors to further education or career opportunities.
You will:
Achieve a nationally recognised GCSE qualification.
Improve your confidence in Maths.
Receive guidance from supportive tutors.
Enhance your problem-solving skills.
Develop quantitative reasoning abilities.
This course covers:
Number: Exploring number systems, fractions, decimals, percentages, and standard form.
Algebra: Solving equations, inequalities, and working with algebraic expressions and graphs.
Ratio, proportion and rates of change: Understanding direct and inverse proportion, and applying these concepts to real-world problems.
Geometry and measures: Studying shapes, angles, area, volume, and trigonometry.
Probability: Calculating probabilities of events and understanding probability distributions.
Statistics: Collecting, analysing, and interpreting data using various statistical methods.
You'll learn through a mix of classroom instruction and activities. We also provide access to online learning materials, allowing you to consolidate your learning outside the classroom. Our tutors are dedicated to supporting your learning journey.
You need to have completed the corresponding 'Getting Ready For' course before enrolling onto this course.
Established Maths skills at Level 2 on the BKSB initial assessment as a minimum.
Language skills corresponding to Level 2 as a minimum, evidenced through initial screening or a GCSE English grade C/Grade 4/Functional Skills Level 2 English or above (evidence required).
The final assessment consists of three exam papers held in May/June on nationally set days.
By enrolling on this course, you can develop valuable skills applicable to STEM jobs and many other careers.
If you have already achieved GCSE Maths grade C/4 or higher then maths courses will not be free for you and you will need to pay a fee, please discuss this with college staff when you come to enrol.
You will need to purchase the AQA GCSE Maths Higher Tier Student Book published by Collins. You are also expected to have a standard Geometry Set, a 30 cm Ruler, an A4 writing pad, a ring-binder or folders, pencils, a rubber, and a highlighting pen. A scientific calculator (preferably a Casio FX series) is also required. Please bring your textbook and writing materials to every class. A hardship fund is available for learners who struggle to pay for equipment. There are four additional classes to be scheduled at a time agreed with the class.
Please note that tutors may occasionally be changed at short notice. While teaching styles may vary, we ensure consistent quality across all of our courses. For this reason, a change of tutor does not qualify for a refund.