Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Rugby. Classes run at Rugby Borough FC Academy. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and your programme is planned around your starting point and goals. The course covers the maths skills that employers and colleges look for, and is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent when applying for jobs or further study. At 75 hours, it's a focused full-time daytime commitment.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll interpret and use charts, tables, and graphs to extract information.
You'll solve problems involving ratio, proportion, and scale.
You'll calculate with measures including money, time, length, weight, and capacity.
You'll use basic algebra and formulae to find unknown values.
You'll analyse and compare statistical data to draw conclusions.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Rugby Borough FC Academy, with teaching tailored to your starting point. Assessment is by a formal written exam set and marked by City and Guilds. The exam tests your ability to apply maths skills to real-world tasks and problems. There is no coursework component at Level 2.
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
Customer service assistant: many roles require a level 2 maths qualification
Retail sales assistant: stock, pricing, and cash-handling tasks
Healthcare support worker: numeracy is checked at application stage
Business admin assistant: invoicing, data entry, and reporting
Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and inventory counts
Apprentice in any trade: most apprenticeships require a GCSE maths equivalent
What you could study next
GCSE Maths: if you want a GCSE grade rather than a Functional Skills certificate, some colleges offer GCSE resits alongside or after this course.
Level 3 qualifications: A Levels, BTEC Nationals, and T Levels in most subjects require Level 2 maths as a minimum entry point.
Functional Skills English Level 2: pair your maths certificate with an English qualification that employers and colleges recognise equally.
