Mathematical Studies - Level 3 Certificate

Studying Mathematical Studies alongside your vocational course allows you to gain up to 20 extra UCAS points, building on your existing mathematical knowledge. There has been a tremendous amount of coverage in the media about the UK’s gap in basic maths skills - only 20 per cent of students study maths beyond GCSE in the UK - the lowest rate in leading developed countries in the world; in Japan, this figure is 85%. This course helps to address that, by offering you an additional qualification, which can help you with your vocational course, particularly in subjects such as science, business studies, economics, accountancy and ICT.

Over 60% of students at CONEL received A and B grades, and 100% of our students achieved their qualifications.

The topics studied on this course are:

• Analysis of data
• Mathematics for personal finance and estimation
• Statistical techniques 
• Critical path and risk analysis 
• Graphical techniques 

You will need:

• GCSE Mathematics at grade 5 or above

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

The course is assessed by two 90-minute exam papers, set by AQA.

Adults - Level 3

If you will be aged 19 to 23 prior to the start date of your course, and do not already have a full Level 3 qualification, you may be eligible for a Level 3 entitlement, in which case your study with us will be free. If you are older, or already have a Level 3, we have many other Level 3 courses that are also free to study. Otherwise, you will have to pay the fees yourself or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

Mathematics is an excellent  qualificationto have for a wide variety of higher education courses and careers.