Core Mathematics
Level 3 Core Maths is designed for students who want to continue developing their maths skills beyond GCSE but are not taking A Level Mathematics.
The course focuses on practical, real‑life applications of maths that can be used in everyday situations, further study and the workplace.
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- Duration
- 1 year
Why study Core Mathematics at St Brendan’s?
Core Maths helps you maintain and develop essential mathematical skills that are highly valued by universities and employers.
The qualification supports confidence in areas such as data interpretation, budgeting and problem‑solving, which are important across many careers.
Entry requirements
- 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above
- GCSE English Language at grade 4
- GCSE Maths at grade 6
- GCSE Grade 5 if choosing A-Level Biology and choosing to take Core Maths as well.
Course examination breakdown
What else do I need to know?
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above
GCSE English Language at grade 4
GCSE Maths at grade 6
GCSE Grade 5 if choosing A-Level Biology and choosing to take Core Maths as well.
You will develop practical mathematical skills that can be applied to:
Real‑life situations
Work and employment contexts
Further academic study
The course focuses on applied mathematics rather than purely theoretical concepts.
skillsDeveloped
Problem‑solving using real‑world data
Interpreting and analysing information
Financial and statistical understanding
Logical and critical thinking
Students learn through:
Application‑based lessons
Real‑life case studies and examples
Practice using data and problem‑solving techniques
Assessment is through:
Two written examinations, each lasting two hours
Exams include questions based on material released approximately two months in advance. This course has the equivalent UCAS points as a AS Level.
Students are supported with materials designed to develop practical understanding and prepare for assessment.
No specific additional costs are detailed for this course.
Core Maths is designed to be taken alongside other A Level or equivalent subjects, rather than as a replacement for them.
Core Maths supports progression into:
Higher education courses requiring data analysis and problem‑solving
Careers where numerical skills are important
It can improve career prospects and demonstrate confidence when working with data and mathematical concepts.
Students work on projects throughout the course which they present to the rest of the class.
Progression opportunities
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