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Free GCSE Maths in Harrogate

CostFREE
Duration30 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE Maths in Harrogate. Evening classes run at Harrogate Civic Centre, part-time over 30 weeks.

The course is for adults who don't yet hold a Grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths. You'll study number, algebra, ratio, geometry, probability, and statistics. Evening sessions mean you can fit this GCSE maths qualification around work or other commitments.

You'll finish with a GCSE in Mathematics.

Who this course is for

This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and who currently, do not hold a Grade C or Level 4 or above GCSE Maths qualification

Entry requirements

To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with number, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll solve algebraic equations and work with expressions and formulae.
  • You'll apply ratio, proportion, and rates of change to real problems.
  • You'll study geometry and measures, including shapes, angles, and space.
  • You'll interpret and analyse statistics and data.
  • You'll calculate probability and understand chance.

How you will learn

You'll attend evening classes at Harrogate Civic Centre. Teaching is classroom based, with a mix of worked examples, practice questions, and group problem-solving. Assessment is by written exams at the end of the course. AQA sets the exams, which include both non-calculator and calculator papers.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Harrogate Civic Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant, many employers ask for GCSE Maths at Grade 4 or above.
  • Healthcare support worker, numeracy is checked during NHS recruitment.
  • Teaching assistant, schools require GCSE Maths to work in the classroom.
  • Apprentice in any trade, most apprenticeships require GCSE Maths to apply.
  • Customer service team leader, handling budgets and reporting needs solid maths.
  • Payroll administrator, runs payroll calculations for a small employer.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2, a recognised alternative if you want a different route to the same standard.
  • Level 3 A Level Mathematics, the natural next step if you want to study maths further.
  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, which builds directly on the numeracy skills you've gained.
  • BTEC Level 3 in Business, where strong maths underpins finance and data units.
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