Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Rugby. Classes run at Rugby Borough FC Academy as part of a full-time daytime study programme. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the maths skills employers and colleges ask for, and is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent accepted across the UK. The course runs for 75 hours, with your programme planned around your starting point and goals. You'll sit an initial assessment so the right level is confirmed before you begin.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll work with numbers, including whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll interpret and use data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving measures, shape, and space.
You'll use ratio and proportion in practical contexts.
You'll apply maths to everyday situations such as budgeting, measurement, and time.
You'll develop the skills to check and communicate your working clearly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Rugby Borough FC Academy, with teaching tailored to your starting point. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by NCFE. There is no coursework portfolio. You'll need to pass both a non-calculator and a calculator paper to earn the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rugby Borough FC Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Apprentice or trainee in any sector requiring maths at Level 2
Retail or warehouse operative where stock and cash handling are involved
Business administration assistant working with data and figures
Healthcare support worker where numeracy checks are part of the role
Construction trades apprentice where measurement and calculation are required
Customer service advisor handling billing, accounts, or scheduling
What you could study next
GCSE Maths: the traditional exam route if you need a graded GCSE for a specific employer or course.
Level 3 qualifications in your chosen vocational area: most Level 3 courses ask for Level 2 maths as a condition of entry.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is often a gateway to apprenticeships, further study, and employment where a GCSE maths alternative is accepted.
