Mathematics GCSE

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Mathematics qualifications improve your chances of employment considerably. Most jobs include some degree of measurement, money handling and mental arithmetic and a large number of jobs will require some use of skills such as percentages. You must study Maths GCSE if you do not already have a Grade 4 in GCSE Maths upon enrolment at college. This course can be taken alongside Advanced Level courses.

Course Essentials

Courses Available

GCSE Higher Level
GCSE Foundation Level
Number & Measure - Level 1

Entry Requirements

Standard Foundation Level entry requirements

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For GCSE Higher Level – Grade 4 in GCSE Maths is required.

Must be taken for a specific and appropriate progression aim

Enquiries To

Christophe Rivet: chr@varndean.ac.uk

What are the Standard Entry Requirements?

Course	General GCSE Grade minimum entry requirements
IB Diploma or 4 A levels	A mixture of at least 7 GCSEs at Grades 9 – 6 including English, Maths and Science.
3 A Levels	A mixture of at least 6 GCSEs at Grades 9 – 4 including English.
A mixed programme at Level 3, to include at least one vocational course	A mixture of at least 5 GCSEs at Grades 9 – 4 including English.
Foundation Level (Level 2)	At least 4 GCSEs at Grade 3, including English. At least one GCSE should be at Grade 4 or above.
Any student who has not achieved a grade 4 or C in GCSE English and/or Maths must include further study of these subjects in their programme.