Course title Level 3 Certificate in Mathematical Studies (1350)
Exam board AQA
Subject specific entry criteria No additional entry requirements
Course overview |
Assessment overview |
Paper 1 Analysis of data Maths for personal finance Estimation
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Paper 1 (50% of qualification) One written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes 60 marks Preliminary material provided in advance All questions compulsory |
Paper 2 Critical analysis of given data and models The normal distribution Probabilities and estimation Correlation and regression |
Paper 2 One written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes 60 marks Preliminary material provided in advance All questions compulsory Both papers are taken in May/June in Year 12 |
Future progression
Core Mathematics has been designed to help students to develop their quantitative and problem-solving skills. This is valuable preparation for the quantitative skills needed for many degree courses, particularly subjects such as psychology, business-related courses, sports and social sciences, and natural science courses that do not require AS/A Level Mathematics.
Potential careers
Employers from all different sectors are also firmly behind the Core Mathematics qualification. Many roles in today’s workplace require high levels of budget management and problem-solving skills; Core Mathematics will be a useful tool in equipping you with these skills.
To succeed in Core Maths
You will need:
- a resilient attitude
- effective problem-solving skills
- an ability to see mathematical problems within real life contexts
- an awareness of current affairs
- an ability to present information to others
- to be confident working within a team