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Free GCSE Maths in Sheffield – The Sheffield College Peaks Campus

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 Peaks Campus, full-time during the day.

You'll build the maths skills that employers and universities ask for. The course takes one year to complete.

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 use formulae.
  • You'll apply ratio, proportion, and rates of change.
  • 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.
  • You'll develop problem-solving skills across all maths topics.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons at The Sheffield College Peaks Campus. The Pearson Edexcel GCSE in Mathematics is assessed by written exams at the end of the course. There are three exam papers: one non-calculator and two calculator papers. There is no coursework component.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant, handles basic financial records and invoicing.
  • Business administrator, supports office operations and communications.
  • Healthcare support worker, many NHS roles require GCSE Maths.
  • Retail supervisor, manages stock, pricing, and daily figures.
  • Apprentice engineer, most engineering apprenticeships require this qualification.
  • Teaching assistant, schools ask for GCSE Maths at grade 4 or above.

What you could study next

  • A Level Mathematics, the natural next step for those aiming for university or technical careers.
  • Level 3 BTEC in Applied Science or Engineering, builds on maths skills for technical routes.
  • Higher or Degree Apprenticeship, many programmes require a GCSE Maths pass at grade 4 or above.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, combines with your GCSE Maths to open university entry.
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