Overview
Maths is essential to almost any job and this Maths Functional Skills qualification at Newcastle College will help you to develop an understanding of maths and the essential skills you will need.
You will learn how to apply mathematical thinking to solve simple problems in familiar situations and after you've completed the course you will be able to demonstrate core maths skills.
Outcomes
Learners who achieve the Functional Skills qualification in mathematics at Levels 1 and 2 can progress to further mathematical study such as GCSE, or any other further vocational study.
You could also choose to enter the workplace with your new skills and confidence.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- Using numbers and the number system – whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percentages
- Using common measures, shape and space
- Handling information and data
- Reading, understanding and using mathematical information and mathematical terms
- Recognising and obtaining a solution to a straightforward problem.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Delivered
Campus Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Mathematics View 15 other Short Courses in Mathematics in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
- Entry is via an assessment which will be completed at college to determine which level you should enrol onto. A maths teacher will discuss with you the most appropriate level based on the assessment results.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residentsFree -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residentsFree
Additional Details
- This course is free to anyone who hasn’t already achieved a GCSE at grade 4/C or above in maths
Living costs
Newcastle upon Tyne
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.