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Free GCSE Maths in Skipton – Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service

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

GCSE Maths in Skipton. Evening classes run at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service, part-time over 30 weeks.

The course is free for adults aged 19 or over who don't already hold a Grade C or Level 4 or above in GCSE Maths. You'll study number, algebra, ratio, geometry, probability, and statistics. The course suits people fitting study 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 numbers, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll solve algebraic equations and use formulae.
  • You'll apply ratio and proportion to real calculations.
  • You'll interpret graphs, charts, and statistical data.
  • You'll study geometry, including angles, area, and volume.
  • You'll understand probability and how to calculate likelihood.

How you will learn

You'll attend evening classroom sessions each week. Learning is a mix of teacher-led explanation, worked examples, and practice questions. AQA assesses this qualification through written exams at the end of the course. There is no coursework. You'll sit two or three exam papers covering different areas of the syllabus.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant, handles invoices and basic bookkeeping for employers who require numeracy skills.
  • Healthcare support worker, many NHS roles ask for GCSE Maths or equivalent.
  • Teaching assistant, schools typically require a GCSE Maths pass at Grade C or above.
  • Apprentice in construction or engineering, most apprenticeship standards require GCSE Maths.
  • Retail supervisor, manages stock, pricing, and cash handling with confidence in numbers.
  • Civil service administrator, many entry-level government roles require a GCSE Maths pass.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, a stepping stone if you want to consolidate skills before or alongside GCSE study.
  • Level 3 A Level Mathematics, for those wanting to progress to higher-level maths study.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, many courses require GCSE Maths as an entry condition.
  • Level 3 vocational qualifications in business, health, or science, where GCSE Maths is a common entry requirement.
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