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Cornwallis Academy

Core Maths

Cornwallis Academy

Hubbards Lane, Linton, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4HX

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Level 3
Science and Mathematics

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
The Trust Sixth Form at Cornwallis Academy
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
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Application Instructions

Applications Open - 3 November 2025

Applications Close - 17 July 2026

Entry Requirements - Applications are considered on an individual basis.

How to Apply - Please apply via KentChoices

Course Summary

Why study AQA Mathematical Studies?

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/mathematics/aqa-certificate/mathematical-studies-1350/introduction


This qualification is different from GCSE Maths as students will use real-world, relevant content, offering a fresh assessment experience for learner with adult, context-based problem-solving tasks.

Course Details

Analysis of data

Maths for personal finance

Estimation

Critical analysis of given data and models

The normal distribution

Probabilities and estimation

Correlation and regression

Critical path and risk analysis

Expectation

Cost benefit analysis

Graphical methods

Rates of change

Exponential functions

How will it be delivered and assessed?

The course is assessed entirely by written exam, with no coursework element. At the end of the two-year course you will be awarded a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics in Context– similar to an AS Level.
Paper 1: Comprehension 1 hour and 40 minutes 40% of the qualification 60 marks
Paper 2: Applications 1 hour and 40 minutes 60% of the qualification 80 marks

Entry requirements

The entry requirement is a minimum Grade 4 at GCSE Mathematics.

Your next steps...

The skills acquired during the study of Mathematical Studies are transferrable to the world of work, personal life and further studies.

Universities across the UK have recognised the statistical and research skills explored in Mathematical Studies as prerequisites for their social sciences and research courses. For example, the suite of Quantitative Research courses at The University of Kent: Law- Social Policy- Criminology- Politics and International Relations- Sociology with Quantitative Studies

https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/1374/criminology-with-quantitative-research


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