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Free Level 3 Core Maths Course in Solihull

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Mathematical Studies Course in Solihull. Classes run at Arden Academy, full-time during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll need GCSE Maths and English at grade 5 or above, plus three other GCSEs at grade 5 or above, to enrol. The course develops practical maths skills with a focus on data analysis and financial reasoning, making it a strong support for A-levels in subjects like psychology, economics, biology, business studies, and computing. It also builds the kind of everyday numeracy that employers value.

Who this course is for

Core Mathematics is designed for students who wish to continue with maths at sixth form but who do not wish to study maths A-level. It would be ideal to support A-levels in other subjects with a significant maths content, such as psychology, geography, biology, economics, business studies, computing. It also provides important life skills with a focus on data analysis and finance.

Entry requirements

Grade 5-9 in Maths and English plus three other GCSE subjects at grade 5 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll analyse and interpret data sets using statistical methods.
  • You'll apply maths to personal and business finance, including interest, tax, and budgeting.
  • You'll use critical thinking to evaluate numerical information and arguments.
  • You'll work with probability and risk in real-world contexts.
  • You'll develop quantitative reasoning skills relevant to subjects like economics, geography, and psychology.
  • You'll use spreadsheets and other tools to present and analyse data.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Arden Academy, combining taught sessions with problem-solving tasks. Assessment is by written examination. AQA sets two papers: one covering statistical and financial applications, and one covering more complex problem-solving. There is no coursework component.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Data analyst: uses statistical and quantitative skills daily
  • Finance assistant: budgeting, forecasting, and numerical reporting
  • Business analyst: interpreting data to support decisions
  • Research assistant: handling and analysing survey or experimental data
  • Economist (entry-level): applying quantitative reasoning to economic problems
  • Actuarial analyst trainee: strong maths foundation supports entry-level roles

What you could study next

A-level Mathematics or A-level Further Mathematics if you want to go deeper into pure or applied maths. A-level Economics, Psychology, or Geography if you want to build on the quantitative skills developed here. At degree level, courses in mathematics, data science, economics, or statistics are natural next steps. The level 3 mathematical studies qualification also supports UCAS applications alongside other A-levels.

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