Core Maths

Core Maths

A fantastic Maths qualification gained in just one year for those not wanting to study a full A Level Maths course. Core Maths is a Level 3 qualification which holds UCAS points for University. This course is particularly suitable for those students who are studying the following A Level subjects; Psychology, Economics, Business Studies, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Computer Science, and are not planning on doing A Level Maths alongside. The course provides support with the maths content in these subjects.

• Course Information

  • Course Code

    LACOMAT

  • Exam Board

    AQA

  • Attendance Pattern

    Daytime

  • Course Level

    Level 3

  • Study Mode

    Full Time

  • Course Location

    Langdale Road, Leyland

  • Age Group

    School Leavers (16-18)

  • Course Duration

    1 year

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• Overview

  This course is particularly suitable for those students who may not be considering A Level Mathematics, but are looking to study the following A Level subjects:

  • Psychology
  • Economics
  • Business Studies
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Geography

  The course has a more problem solving approach with real world maths applications that are required in the course content of the subjects listed above.

  Some examples of what you will cover include:

  • Analysis of data
  • Maths for personal finance
  • Statistics and probability
  • Critical analysis of given data and models (including spreadsheets and tabular data)

  Another benefit of Core Maths is that some universities have lowered entry requirements given that you achieve a good Core Maths grade.

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• Entry Requirements

  Overall requirements for the A Level Programme at Runshaw College require a minimum of 5 GCSE subjects at Grade 5, in 5 separate national curriculum subjects (including a minimum of grade 4 in both English and Maths). It is expected that most students will study 3 subjects – the option of doing 4 subjects for students who have an average GCSE grade profile of 8 or above will be considered on an individual basis. For more information on your future career path, visit www.informedchoices.ac.uk. View all our A Level courses in detail by clicking here.

• Progression Pathway

  If you enjoy mathematics, and are looking to solidify your knowledge in the subject area, aiding your other studies in the process using real life application, then choose Core Maths at Runshaw College.

• National Careers Service

  For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please follow this link to the National Careers Service.