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GCSE Maths Course in Birmingham for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration9 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Maths Courses in Birmingham.

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About this course

Free GCSE Maths in Birmingham. Classes run at Washwood Heath Academy, full-time during the day. The course runs over 9 months and covers the groundwork you need to pass the Pearson Edexcel GCSE Maths qualification. You'll work through number, algebra, geometry, statistics, and problem-solving. A level 2 GCSE maths qualification is widely required for employment, apprenticeships, and further study. When employers ask for GCSE Maths grade 4 or above, this is the qualification they mean.

Who this course is for

GCSE Retake Edexcel - A one year course with the aims of providing the groundwork necessary for students to pass the qualification. Functional Skills Level 1 Edexcel - The qualification is tailored to develop students ability to represent situations using mathematics, analyse calculations, solve problems and interpret mathematics to explain situations. This is assessed in a single external test.

Entry requirements

not applicable

What you will learn

  • You'll represent real situations using mathematical methods and models.
  • You'll carry out calculations involving number, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll work with algebraic expressions, equations, and graphs.
  • You'll apply geometric reasoning to shapes, measurements, and spatial problems.
  • You'll interpret and analyse statistical data and probability.
  • You'll solve multi-step problems and explain your reasoning clearly.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Washwood Heath Academy. Assessment is by three written exams: one non-calculator paper and two calculator papers. Grades run from 1 to 9. There is no coursework component. Your teacher will use past papers and practice questions to prepare you for the final exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Washwood Heath Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Construction site roles: many employers require a GCSE maths qualification as a minimum.
  • Apprenticeships: most apprenticeship programmes require GCSE Maths at grade 4 or above.
  • Accounts assistant: numerical work requires a solid maths foundation.
  • Healthcare support worker: NHS entry requirements often include GCSE Maths.
  • Retail supervisor: stock, pricing, and reporting all draw on maths skills.
  • Engineering technician: a level 2 GCSE maths course is typically the starting point.

What you could study next

Level 3 A Level Mathematics: the natural next step if you want to study maths at a higher level or move into engineering, science, or finance.

Level 3 BTEC Applied Science or Engineering: many of these qualifications require GCSE Maths as an entry condition.

Functional Skills Maths Level 2: if you need a recognised maths qualification for work or an apprenticeship and want a more applied route, this sits at the same level.

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