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Free GCSE Maths in Sheffield – The Sheffield College – Daytime – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE Maths course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College, full-time during the day.

The course covers number, algebra, ratio and proportion, geometry, probability, and statistics. You'll study the full GCSE Maths qualification over one year. Topics build from core arithmetic through to problem-solving with data and shape.

You'll finish with a GCSE in Mathematics.

Who this course is for

The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.

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 angles, area, and volume.
  • You'll interpret and analyse statistics and probability.
  • You'll develop problem-solving skills across all areas of the specification.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons at The Sheffield College, with a mix of teacher-led sessions and practice exercises. Assessment is by written examinations at the end of the course. The Pearson Edexcel GCSE Maths qualification is assessed through three papers: one non-calculator and two calculator papers.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant, uses maths daily for financial records.
  • Data entry clerk, works with numbers and spreadsheets.
  • Retail supervisor, handles stock, pricing, and cash reconciliation.
  • Customer service advisor, many employers ask for a GCSE Maths qualification.
  • Apprentice in engineering or construction, maths is a common entry requirement.
  • Teaching assistant, schools often require a GCSE Maths certificate.

What you could study next

  • A Level Mathematics, the next step if you want to study maths at a higher level.
  • Level 3 BTEC in Applied Science or Engineering, builds on the numeracy skills you've gained.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2, an alternative maths qualification if you need more time before sitting GCSE exams.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, combines with your GCSE Maths certificate to open university routes.
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