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Free GCSE Maths Online – Northallerton Adult Learning and Skills Service

CostFREE
Duration30 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE Maths. Study online, at your own pace, over around 30 weeks.

You study from home, fitting sessions around your work and life. The course covers number, algebra, ratio, geometry, probability, and statistics. You'll sit written exams at the end to earn your qualification.

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

How you will learn

You study online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is by written exams at the end of the course. AQA sets the exams, which include a non-calculator paper and two calculator papers. You'll have an initial assessment at enrolment so the centre can confirm the course is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Northallerton Adult Learning and 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.
  • Healthcare support worker, many NHS roles require GCSE Maths at grade 4 or above.
  • Teaching assistant, schools typically ask for GCSE Maths and English.
  • Apprentice in any trade, most apprenticeships require GCSE Maths to apply.
  • Office administrator, manages data, spreadsheets, and financial records.
  • Retail supervisor, responsible for stock counts, sales figures, and cash handling.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, a recognised alternative if you want to consolidate your skills at the same level.
  • Level 3 A Level Mathematics, the natural next step if you want to study maths further.
  • Level 3 BTEC or Access to Higher Education Diploma, many courses require GCSE Maths as an entry condition.
  • Vocational Level 3 qualifications in accounting, engineering, or health, all of which build on solid maths skills.
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