Mathematics (Core)

St George's Church of England Foundation School (Broadstairs)

, Westwood Road, BROADSTAIRS, CT10 2LH

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent

Level 3

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026

St George's Church of England Foundation School (Broadstairs)

1 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

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Application Instructions

Applications Open: - Monday 3rd November 2025 - 9am

Applications Close: - 1st May 2026 - 4pm

Entry Requirements: - Three Grade 4s and specific to subjects.

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices.

Please add three Level 3 courses to your application. These can be a combination of A-Levels, BTEC AAQs or BTEC Extended Certificates. Core Maths must be an additional fourth subject.

Course Summary

Core Maths is a Level 3 qualification which is the equivalent in size, and carries the same weight in UCAS points, as an AS-Level. It focuses on practical and real-world applications of mathematics – you will no longer be asking the question ‘when will I ever need to use this?’ Throughout the course you will cover a range of topics, including statistics, probability, financial mathematics, and algebra. This diversity can help you explore different areas of mathematics and discover your strengths and interests. Studying Core Maths can enhance your problem-solving abilities as it teaches you to analyse and solve real-life problems using mathematical techniques, which is a valuable skill in various professions.

Course Details

This course builds on GCSE Mathematics, taking the fundamental skills developed and applying them to real life situations. Problems explored range from; analysing statements made in the media and election results, to modelling an estimate for the cost of resurfacing the UK’s motorway network.

• Paper 1

• Data analysis, personal finance, modelling and estimation.

• Paper 2

Critical analysis, the normal distribution, confidence intervals, correlation and regression

Elements of Paper 1 will also be required to address problem in Paper 2. The course will focus on problem solving and developing skills needed in real life and for further study.

“Did you know? If you borrow £5,000 at 6% interest for 3 years, Core Maths gives you the tools to work out the exact cost.”

Core Maths = Practical, Relevant, Future-Focused.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

• 100% exam-based

• Two 90-minute papers at the end of Year.

Entry requirements

Grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths and is an taken as an additional fourth subject.

Your next steps...

Core Maths supports degrees and careers in: Science & Engineering, Business & Economics, Social Sciences, Data, Finance, and research. It makes you a stronger candidate for university and jobs by proving you can apply maths to real-world situations.

EMPLOYABILITY:

Employers value quantitative skills. Core Maths helps you stand out in fields where maths and data matter, such as:

• Finance

• Data analysis

• Research

• Business decision-making

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