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Free GCSE Maths in Canterbury – Canterbury College – Daytime

CostFREE
Duration44 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

GCSE Maths in Canterbury. Classes run at Canterbury College, part-time during the day over 27 weeks.

The course may be free if you're 19 or over and don't already hold a GCSE grade 4 or above in Maths. You'll study number, ratio, algebra, statistics, and geometry. The Pearson Edexcel qualification is the recognised GCSE maths certificate that many employers and courses ask for.

You'll finish with a GCSE in Mathematics.

Who this course is for

An essential qualification if you want to go on to further study, and a basic requirement for many jobs, this morning GCSE course will enable you to develop your abilities in mathematics.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with number, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll use ratio and proportion to solve practical problems.
  • You'll apply algebra to find unknown values and describe patterns.
  • You'll interpret and analyse data using statistics.
  • You'll solve problems involving geometry, including shapes, angles, and measurement.
  • You'll develop mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Canterbury College. Teaching covers each topic area with practice questions and worked examples. At the interview stage, your numeracy level will be assessed to confirm this is the right course for you. The qualification is assessed by a written Pearson Edexcel exam at the end of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Canterbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant, many employers ask for a GCSE maths qualification at grade 4 or above.
  • Apprentice in a trade, maths at this level is a common entry requirement.
  • Teaching assistant, schools typically require GCSE maths and English.
  • Healthcare support worker, NHS roles often require GCSE maths grade 4 or above.
  • Retail supervisor, stock and financial tasks require solid numeracy.

What you could study next

  • A Level Maths, the natural next step if you want to study maths at a higher level.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, opens routes into university for adults, and often requires GCSE maths.
  • Level 3 qualifications in business, science, or health, many of which list GCSE maths as an entry requirement.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2, an alternative if you need more preparation before attempting the GCSE again.
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