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About the course

This course is designed to help you to develop crucial skills that will help you to progress in education or employment. This is an essential qualification for Level 3 courses and is also sought by many apprenticeship schemes, employers and universities. GCSE Maths is a dynamic subject that covers many key concepts, including: algebra, ratio and proportions, geometry, probability and statistics.

Course content

In this course you will study:

• Number – structure, calculation, fractions, decimals, percentages, measures and accuracy
• Algebra – notation, vocabulary, manipulation, graphs, solving equations and inequalities, and sequences
• Ratio, proportion and rates of change
• Geometry and measures, mensuration and calculation, and vectors
• Probability
• Statistics

What do I need to join
To enrol on the GCSE+ programme, applicants are expected to have a minimum grade profile of 2/3 in all subjects. Applicants will need to bring a marked piece of work to the interview. Entry tests in maths and English (and science if applying to a science subject) are required. The tests are usually held during the taster day.
What can I do next
Maths is a required subject for further education, apprenticeship schemes and employers. Students need maths in order to progress in further life. Maths is essential in most walks of life, whether it be for vocational career paths such as plumbing, electronics or landscaping, or for academic studies such as civil engineering, physics, computer science or statistics. Those with a strong passion for maths can go on to study some of the most interesting subjects and eventually achieve some of the most exciting job roles. We are currently going through a technological revolution and those who are maths savvy will have the opportunity to go and succeed in very elite professions.

Availability

Location
Starting
FLL2020P
Filton Campus
August 2026

Sports academies are available only to applicants aged 16-18.

SGS Sport

Join SGS Sport. You can enhance your full-time study programme by joining one of our renowned SGS Sport academies. Train in top-tier facilities, learn from expert coaches, and pursue your passion for sports while you study. Explore the academy options below to add to your course basket and elevate your college experience both academically and athletically.

Location
Academy
Membership fee
Add on
WFLX01TT
WISE Campus
American Football
£300
WFLX023J
WISE Campus
Basketball
£300
WFLX023P
WISE Campus
Boxing
n/a
FFLX0G0C
WISE Campus
Female Basketball
£150
WFLX021X
WISE Campus
Female Football
£400
WFLX0CP5
WISE Campus
Female Rugby Union
£400
WFLX021W
WISE Campus
Male Football
£400
WFLX0JX2
WISE Campus
Male Rugby: Elite
£400
WFLX023K
WISE Campus
Netball
£300
To enquire about this course, fill out the form below, or contact us at [email protected].

Course information last updated: Thursday 25th September 2025 @ 1.04PM

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