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	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