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Free Level 3 Core Maths Course in Workington

CostFREE
Duration10 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Mathematical Studies Course in Workington. Classes run at Workington Academy. You'll need a grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics to join. The course builds on GCSE maths and develops statistical problem-solving, data analysis, and financial maths skills you can apply across subjects like science, business, and geography. Topics include the modelling cycle, Fermi estimation, correlation, regression, and personal finance. The course runs full-time over 10 months. Assessment is by two written exams.

Who this course is for

Mathematics is a key subject, looked upon favourably by all employers. This course in mathematics focuses on key applicable skills that can be used to support learning in a range of subjects, from science to business and geography to ICT.

The course allows opportunity to develop mathematical and statistical problem solving skills, as well as evaluation and data analysis skills above the level reached at GCSE.

The topics studied are broad in nature and are regularly explored through investigative methods.

Entry requirements

Students must have achieved a grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics to study this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop mathematical and statistical problem-solving skills beyond GCSE level.
  • You'll analyse and interpret data using statistical techniques including the normal distribution, correlation, and regression.
  • You'll apply maths to personal finance, covering percentages, interest rates, credit costs, and taxation.
  • You'll use the modelling cycle and Fermi estimation to tackle real-world problems.
  • You'll collect, represent, and evaluate data numerically and diagrammatically.
  • You'll construct logical, reasoned mathematical arguments and communicate your solutions clearly.
  • You'll critically analyse given data and mathematical models.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Workington Academy. Assessment is by two written exams, each 1 hour 30 minutes. Paper 1 covers core mathematical skills. Paper 2 covers critical analysis of data and models. Topics are explored through investigative methods throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Data analyst: use statistical and modelling skills in data roles.
  • Finance assistant: apply personal finance and numerical analysis skills.
  • Science technician: support lab work requiring quantitative reasoning.
  • Business analyst: interpret data to inform commercial decisions.
  • Accounting technician: strong numerical foundation for finance work.
  • Research assistant: apply data collection and statistical techniques.

What you could study next

A level 3 mathematical studies qualification is recognised by many universities as supporting entry to degree courses in areas such as economics, psychology, business, biosciences, and social science. You could progress to a full A Level in Mathematics or Further Mathematics for more advanced study. In data and finance, AAT Level 3 Accounting or a Level 3 Data Technician apprenticeship are practical next steps.

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