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PART-TIME COURSES

GCSE Maths (Level 2)

Level 2

Course code: L02P102
Type: Part Time
Duration: 1 year
Subject area: Mathematics
Location: North Shropshire
No fee information available

About the course

The course is for those who require a grade 4-5 (grade C in the old spec) for progression onto vocational courses, higher education courses or for employment purposes.

The course lasts for one year, with 2 hours of study every week from September to June. Extra time outside of class will also be required for homework.

What qualification will I gain?

OCR GCSE Maths

  • Maximum grade 5 if Foundation Tier is attempted

  • Maximum grade 9 if Higher Tier assessment is attempted

Why choose us

HLNSC have industry-qualified tutors with substantial experience in this subject area.

What you could do next

The course will enable prospective students to gain vital mathematical skills.

GCSE Maths is considered essential by most employers and University Admissions tutors. Progress onto higher level vocational courses, A levels (dependent on other GCSE qualifications), Higher Education courses (dependent on other qualifications), employment that requires good reading and written skills and any other employment.

Popular modules

This course will help you to improve on the areas you find the most difficult; building your confidence as well as your understanding and skills.

Key facts

Start Date:

  • September

Day:

Shrewsbury:

  • Wednesdays 6.00pm – 8.00pm

  • Wednesdays 10.00am – 12.00 (noon)

Oswestry:

  • Mondays 6.00pm – 8.00pm

Assessment methods

The examinations contain three separate exam papers, set on different days:

  • Paper 1 – Non-calculator

  • Paper 2 – Calculator

  • Paper 3 – Problem Solving

Entry requirements

Grade D/3 at GCSE or a recent Functional Skills Level 1 or 2 in Maths.

You will need to demonstrate an enthusiasm for this subject area