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GCSEs/Functional Skills English & Maths

You will work on studying maths problems set in practical, real-life contexts. You will be identifying, analysing and interpreting mathematical information within a variety of situations. This will involve all areas of maths, including:

  • number
  • measure, shape and space
  • handling data
  • Entry requirements

    You should have an interest in the subject area you are applying for. There are no formal entry requirements but we will assess your level of English and maths to make sure you are working at Entry Level 3 or above. This is to ensure you are able to meet the course requirements.

  • Who is the course for?

    If you want to pursue an Access course or an Apprenticeship and you are not quite ready, then this is the course for you. The English and maths for Work and Study is a course which allows you to gain a level 1 or level 2 qualification in Functional Skills maths and/or English in order to be ready for the next step: Access, an Apprenticeship or further study.

  • Study methods

    The course is delivered over 27 weeks of classroom taught lessons for 2.5 hours a week. You will be expected to combine this with a further 2 hours of guided study a week on an online platform called Century. At the end of the course, you will take an exam. This will involve both non-calculator and calculator papers.

  • How is the course assessed?

    Exam – Two papers in one sitting. Non-calculator (25%) and Calculator (75%)

  • More information

    The next available course will start in November 2022.
    If you require more information, you can contact Candy White – School Administrator on 01895 471130 (term time only), or the College Information and Guidance team on 01895 853333.
    This course runs on the Uxbridge Campus from 12.30-3pm

  • Where Next – Job Opportunities

    Gaining a Level 1 qualification in maths will open opportunities for you in the work place and for further study.

  • Where Next – Further Studies

    Gaining a Level 1 qualification in maths will open opportunities for you in the work place and for further study. On successful completion of maths Level 1 Functional Skills, you can progress to a Level 2 qualification.

  • How to apply

    To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit

    OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
    When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.

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