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Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Buxton – University of Derby Buxton Campus

CostFREE
Duration32 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start21 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Buxton. Evening classes run at University of Derby Buxton Campus, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you, and a tutor will talk through the results with you. The course covers practical maths skills for everyday life, education, and the workplace. It runs over 32 weeks part-time. A level 1 functional skills maths course is a recognised step toward Level 2, which is the GCSE maths alternative accepted by many employers and colleges.

Who this course is for

An ideal course to equip learners with the basic practical skills required in everyday life, Education and the workplace.

Entry requirements

You will undertake an initial and diagnostic assessment that will provide an indication of your starting level.  A tutor will discuss the outcome of your assessments and your starting level in greater depth when you have completed them

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
  • You'll interpret and use data from tables, charts, and graphs.
  • You'll solve problems involving money, measurement, and time.
  • You'll use basic algebra to find unknown values in simple calculations.
  • You'll apply maths to real situations, including those you might encounter at work or in daily life.

How you will learn

You'll attend evening classes at University of Derby Buxton Campus. Learning is classroom based, with a tutor guiding you through topics and supporting your progress. Assessment is through a written external exam set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll also complete an initial and diagnostic assessment at the start, so your tutor can plan your learning around your needs.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. University of Derby Buxton Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: many employers ask for a maths qualification at Level 1 or above.
  • Warehouse operative: stock counting and measurement tasks require solid number skills.
  • Care assistant: care employers often require a functional skills maths qualification as a minimum.
  • Apprentice in any trade: most apprenticeship programmes require Level 1 maths as a starting point.
  • Administrative assistant: office roles involve handling figures, invoices, and data.
  • Teaching assistant: schools expect a maths qualification before you work with pupils.

What you could study next

The natural next step is Functional Skills Maths Level 2, the GCSE maths alternative recognised by employers, colleges, and universities. Completing Level 2 opens the door to a wide range of further study, including A Levels, Access to Higher Education Diplomas, and vocational qualifications at Level 3. Some learners also move into apprenticeships that require a Level 2 maths qualification as an entry condition.

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