Core Maths is an excellent way of learning how to use the Maths that is around us every day, such as calculating wages, budgeting for everyday life or deciding how generous a pay rise is. We also look at the statistics that we are bombarded by on a daily basis to see what they are actually telling us and why this was the intention.

It will prepare you for further studies or careers by building on your mathematical understanding, looking at applications in variety of contexts, developing your competence with a variety of mathematical techniques, and improving your confidence to be able to reason and think mathematically.

The course covers the following topics:

Estimations
Students should become familiar with and gain confidence in ideas concerning the formulation of mathematical models using Fermi estimation and mathematical modelling.

Stats
We reexamine lots of statistical measures from the GCSE syllabus with a larger focus on analysing what the graphs and statistics are actually telling us. We also introduce measures such as normal distributions, standard deviation, confidence intervals and standardisation.

Finance
We understand and work with important and relevant concepts such as loans, saving and investment, APR, percentages and VAT, inflation and budgeting, income tax and national insurance and mortgages.

Future Opportunities:
Studying some form of Mathematics beyond GCSE improves your career choices and can increase your potential earning.

Mathematical Studies is recognised by universities and employers from a wide range of sectors. Many roles in today’s workplace require high levels of budget management, statistical analysis and problem-solving skills; Core-Maths will be a useful tool in equipping you with these skills. The course has been developed with employers, universities and professional bodies as valuable preparation for higher education and employment.

A minimum of Grade 4 at GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English.

This is an AQA course.