Mathematics (Part-time)

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PLEASE NOTE: This course is FULL. Any applications or enquiries will be added to a waiting list.

Mathematics programmes are designed to further improve and enhance personal skills in understanding mathematical methods and concepts. These qualifications are for anyone who has not yet achieved GCSE Mathematics at grade 4 (C).

  • Description

    We will help you to assess the right pathway for your current level. Pathways include:

    Brush Up Your Maths (Functional Skills) This will help you build on your practical maths skills to get the most out of work and everyday life. If you need to improve your confidence in your maths then this is the pathway for you.

    Key areas of study include: -Using numbers in everyday life

    • Handling data
    • Using a calculator
    • Measure, shape and space

    GCSE Mathematics Essential for many higher education courses and careers, GCSE Mathematics will help you to develop knowledge, skills and understanding of mathematical methods and concepts enabling you to better use maths in everyday and real world situations. You will gain confidence in problem solving strategies, logical thinking and handling data, as well as building confidence and skills to solve practical mathematical problems.

    Key areas of study include:

    • Number, including fractions, decimals and percentages
    • Algebra, including drawing and reading graphs
    • Ratio and proportion
    • Geometry and measures, including shapes and angles
    • Probability
    • Statistics, including reading charts and graphs
  • Entry Requirements

    You will be required to undertake a diagnostic assessment prior to acceptance on the programme.

    Those wishing to take the GCSE pathway should be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division skills. You should also be confident in reading and interpreting data and approaching mathematical problems.

  • Qualification
    • Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics; or
    • AQA GCSE in Mathematics (Foundation)
  • Progression

    These qualifications can support your application to a vocational qualification or support employment applications. GCSE Maths at grade 4 (grade C) is required for entry to Higher and some Further Education courses.

  • Assessment

    Practice exams and regular progress checks are carried out during the course with one or more external examination papers at the end of the programme.

    The final assessment for the GCSE pathway will be three exams. Each exam is 1 hour 30 minutes, and counts for one third of the final grade. Results will be given on a grade system from 1 to 9 (9 being the highest). Our aim is for you to achieve a minimum grade 4 at the end of the programme.

  • Home Study

    One or two hours of homework will be set each week.

  • Work Placement

    This programme does not require you to undertake work experience.

  • Fees and Additional Costs

    Programmes are free for qualifying UK and EU/EEA citizen. There are no additional fees associated with this programme.

* Terms and conditions apply. The fees stated on this website are for guidance purposes only and should be checked before enrolment. Unless otherwise stated, fees shown are for tuition only, over one academic year. Where a course is longer than one academic year, the fees stated are for the first year, and the cost of the second or subsequent years will be discussed at interview. For details of fee remission for students over 19 click here. If you think you may be entitled to a concession or fee remission, or you would like more information on the additional costs associated with your chosen course, please contact us on 01635 845000 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Fee information

16 - 18 year olds

In most cases, students aged 16-18 on a full-time study programme (including T Levels) will not be required to pay fees, and the College will fund most course-specific equipment and materials. This excludes stationary, non-curriculum trips and a £15 College Subscription.

19 years and over

Students aged 19 years and over may be required to pay fees. Our Fees, Funding and Financial Support page has details on financial support, fee remissions and loans. Please note that some courses may have additional registration, examination and/or materials fees. Where we have been unable to provide these additional costs in this information, they will be discussed with you before enrolment.

Funded programmes

Where course fees are fully funded (for example Maths, English and Essential Digital Skills), the course is free of charge to students, subject to eligibility.

Skills Bootcamps

Skills Bootcamps are fully funded and free of charge to learners. Employers who want to use Skills Bootcamps to train their existing employees contribute to the cost of training. See the Fees and Additional Costs for more information.

Fee information

Skills Bootcamps

Skills Bootcamps are fully funded and free of charge to learners. Employers who want to use Skills Bootcamps to train their existing employees contribute to the cost of training. See the Fees and Additional Costs for more information.