Core Maths (1 year course)

Applications Open: - 3rd November 2025

Applications Close: - 31st March 2026

Entry Requirements: - Our Sixth Form entry requirements are five GCSEs at Grade 4 and above for the 'A' Level Pathway (in addition to some individual subject entry requirements) and 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 and above for the Vocational (BTEC) Pathway. The course information gives specific details of course content and entry requirements. Please also refer to the Sixth Form Prospectus for the specific entry requirements for the chosen subjects.

Students need to select the equivalent of 3 A Levels or more. (Triple BTEC counts as 3, Double BTEC counts as 2). Subjects are grouped into option blocks, please be aware that not all combinations are possible.

In addition to academic requirements stated above a place will be dependent on the receipt of a satisfactory school reference.

How to Apply: - Please apply via Kent Choices if you area a student from another school.

Please visit our website www.stanselmscanterbury.org.uk for more information.

This course seeks to build on the Mathematics of GCSE. It enables students to make sense of the Mathematics they will encounter in their everyday life, to develop team-work and problem-solving skills.

It is particularly useful alongside Geography, Psychology, Politics, Sociology, Business Studies, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Product Design, Health and Social Care, ICT and Sport, each of which has some mathematical content.

Duration: 1 year

Grading: A - E (Up to 20 UCAS Points)

AQA Certificate Level 3 Mathematical studies (code 1350)

Students will use spreadsheets, analyse data and statistical charts, consider issues relating to personal finance and understand the importance of estimation in real-world scenarios.

Paper 1 (1.5 hours)

• Estimation
• Analysis of Data
• Finance

Paper 2 (1.5 hours)

• Critical Analysis
• Statistical Techniques

Five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above. Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics.

This qualification can lead to careers in economics, statistics, computing, nursing, accountancy, actuarial work, research, banking, insurance, politics and sociology.

University courses in Social Sciences especially favour students who have studied Core Maths, with some universities giving reduced offers to students with this qualification.