Other Important Information
A remote delivery option is available for adults studying GCSE Maths who are unable to attend the campus. Please note however, that attendance on site is still required for exams.
Different programmes have different concessions and/or loans.
If you are under 19 on 31st August prior to the start of your further education course you will be eligible for free tuition. Some costs may still be involved, such as trips or uniform, but this will be discussed with you at enrolment. There is financial support available subject to eligibility.
(There are no reductions due to age on Higher Education courses eg HNC/HND/BEng/BSc/Fdn Degree)
This is not applicable to apprenticeships. Our apprenticeship team will discuss this with you once you have applied.
Free tuition is available for students enrolling on English and/or Maths where they have not already achieved a grade 4/C, or higher, in that subject.
Maths skills are highly valued by employers and they are required to a good standard for anyone wanting to go on to university. The gold standard for demonstrating that anyone has a good grasp of Maths across the UK and internationally is GCSE level. We have long provided adult students with another go at these key “gateway” qualifications for anyone who missed out the first time.
While studying for these qualifications with us you will gain confidence in your own level of Maths, working towards the qualification that all employers and universities recognise.
For Maths GCSE you will learn problem solving skills, a vital skill for all jobs and careers. You’ll be able to read, interpret and understand data and statistics and properly understand graphs and charts. You will develop the ability to complete accurate calculations using fractions, decimals, percentages, area, volume, speed, distance and time.
All employers ask for better Maths skills for their workforce and English and Maths GCSE are the quickest and most effective way to improve your employability skills. It can also lead on to our Level 3 Access programme.
A remote delivery option is available for adults studying GCSE Maths who are unable to attend the campus. Please note however, that attendance on site is still required for exams.