Apply nowLog out

What does this qualification cover?

GCSE mathematics is split across Higher and Foundation Tier. Breakdowns of the content are shown with the diagrams below. Over the GCSE course there is a large focus of the ability to problem solve. Topics are interlinked within questions so that a single question can include up to 4 different topic areas within the question.

Teachers at Doncaster UTC deliver maths using the Concrete, Pictorial and Abstract approach which develops understanding of mathematical topics and concepts through a range of physical resources, pictorial / diagrammatical representations and the abstract methods.

Assessment

Assessment for GCSE Mathematics is split across three exams at the end of course. This is split of one non calculator and two calculator papers, each of worth 80 marks.

Content is split across the papers so that any topic can appear on any paper.

Assessment

Key Features

GCSE maths will provide you with a plethora of transferable skills, which are highly valued by employers.

Areas that you will develop include:

  • Problem solving,
  • Critical thinking,
  • Analytical skills
  • The ability to understand statistics and data,
  • Financial skills,
  • Being able to communicate effectively and clearly,
  • Resilience when faced with difficult problems
Key Features

Links to workplace

A good GCSE qualification in mathematics are highly sought after by employers.

Careers that will utilize mathematics include:

  • Careers in finance including accountancy, actuary, banking and statistical analysis
  • Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Architecture
  • Medincine
  • Computing

In addition to this having a solid qualification at GCSE mathematics will open access to many routes of study post 16.

Links to workplace