Extension Programmes: Certificate in Mathematical Studies

COURSE OUTLINE

EXAMINATION BOARD

AQA

QUALIFICATION

Level 3 Certificate in Mathematical Studies

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Grade 4 or higher at GCSE. Suitable for those not studying Mathematics or Statistics at A Level and compulsory for those studying: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Geography, Geology, Physics, and Psychology.

ASSESSMENTS

100% Examination

Certificate in Mathematical Studies

The Certificate in Mathematical Studies (CMS) complements and supports core subject choices as well as providing life and employability skills. The qualification that CMS follows was developed by the government in response to concerns from universities and employers that students who didn’t continue with mathematics after their GCSE examinations were not prepared for continuing education or employment.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

The focus is on applied mathematics - there is no algebra or trigonometry. Everything is put into context and applied to reallife examples. CMS could be described as numerical critical thinking and the lessons are designed to equip students to make good decisions whenever numbers or data are involved. Studying maths beyond GCSE will enhance both higher education and job/ apprenticeship applications.

TOPICS COVERED

» Financial Mathematics » Modelling and Probabilities » Collecting and Analysing Data » Finding Patterns in Data