COURSE CODE: AQA Level 3 Mathematical Studies - 1350

TYPICAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: 5 in GCSE Maths

CAREER POSSIBILITIES

Career Insights Core Maths supports a wide range of university courses and careers. It is particularly useful for:

• Psychology, Biology, and Geography

• Business, Economics, and Sociology

• Data science, research, and analytics

• Any career requiring confident use of statistics and data interpretation

THE PROGRAMME

Course Information

1. Analysis of Data

• Interpreting and comparing data sets

• Understanding correlation and causation

• Using statistical techniques to draw conclusions

2. Mathematics for Personal Finance

• Managing money: tax, loans, savings, and budgeting

• Understanding interest rates, inflation, and financial planning

• Making informed financial decisions

3. Estimation

• Making sensible approximations

• Evaluating the accuracy of estimates

• Applying estimation in real-world contexts

4. Critical Analysis of Given Data and Models

• Identifying misleading statistics

• Evaluating assumptions and models

• Interpreting graphs and data in context

5. Statistical Techniques

• The Normal Distribution and its properties

• Correlation and regression analysis Assessment

• Two written exams at the end of Year 12

• Each paper is 1 hour 30 minutes • No coursework

WHY STUDY THIS SUBJECT?

This course is ideal for students who want to continue developing their mathematical skills beyond GCSE but are not taking A-Level Mathematics. Mathematical Studies is a Level 3 qualification equivalent to an AS Level and is highly respected by universities and employers for its focus on practical, real-world applications. Core Maths helps students become confident in handling data, interpreting statistics, and applying mathematical reasoning to everyday problems. It supports academic study and future careers by developing transferable skills in numeracy and analysis.

Please note: This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers. Final decisions on course availability will be made based on demand and timetabling feasibility