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Maths GCSE
Code: Q24EC1540
Location: Long Eaton
Cost: Free
Starting: Monday 09 September 2024
Duration: 54 sessions over 30 week(s)
Time: 12.45pm
By continuing you confirm that you are enrolling onto an adult learning course and that you are aged 19 or over on 1 September 2024, or you are enrolling a young person aged 14-18 on 31 August 2024 specifically onto one of our Study Programme courses, and that you agree to the Terms and Conditions.
Description
"This course is for anyone who would like to build on existing maths skills to gain a GCSE qualification.
You will work on all areas of the AQA GCSE Mathematics (Foundation level) syllabus including number, algebra, geometry, measurement and statistical activities. The course will feature a mixture of tutor-led activities, individual work, group work and homework. You will complete course work tasks and undertake 3 externally assessed foundation level exam papers.
With our GCSE Maths Foundation course, the highest grade that you can achieve is a grade 5.
Who is this course for?
This course is for anyone who wants to improve their maths and does not have a Grade 4/C or above at GCSE. No previous qualifications are required, though a Level 2 Functional Skills Maths qualification is highly recommended. The course tutor will assess students in the first weeks of the course to ensure it is at the right level for them.
How will I learn?
The course will be a mixture of tutor-led activities, individual and group work. There will be regular independent assignments and homework will be set every week. The course will follow the GCSE mathematics curriculum at foundation level with AQA examination board and will cover the topics of number, algebra, statistics, measurement, shape, and space. You will also be able to self-assess your progress and achievement. To further support your learning, you will be given access to a student email and a 365 account as well as a login to our online learning platform which will be individually tailored to your needs. You can access these tools at home and use them to reinforce your learning and skills.
What will I need?
You will need a file to organise your work, pen and a large pad of lined A4 paper. If learning online, you will need access to a laptop. There are some laptops available for students to loan. Ask your local centre for more information.
Are there any other costs?
Time and duration
Start Date: 09 September 2024
Start Time: 12.45pm
Day: Monday
First Lesson Duration: 02:15
Total Weeks: 30
Location
Long Eaton
NG10 4LL