Progression 2 - Functional Skills Mathematics - Applications

Mode of study

Part Time

Entry requirements

We will give you an online assessment to find out what level you should begin your learning at. Your English will need to be at least one level below the maths course you need to study, as the language in maths is academic. With all Government funded course you must start studying at the level of your assessments and work your way up to the higher level if your results are lower.

Teaching staff

You will be supported by an experienced specialist teacher allocated when your course starts, who is experienced in teaching the Functional Skills specification and continues to attend training sessions that allow them to keep up to date with current changes and modes of assessment within examination boards.

Course Code

BPP2MATP/1

Duration

20-weeks

Location

Distance Learning

Awarding body

Generic award - no awarding body

Assessment

Exams take place monthly and you will be offered dates on completion of the learning. At all levels the maths qualification is assessed by two exams taken in the same sitting. The first paper is a non-calculator paper which you have 25 minutes to complete. The second paper is the calculator paper where you may use a scientific calculator to answer the questions. The time and number of questions vary depending on the level you are enrolled on to.

About the course

This course is designed to help you develop practical maths skills that are essential for everyday life, work, and further education. Whether you want to improve your confidence with numbers, budgeting, or using maths in the real world, this course offers a clear pathway to building your skills from basic to more advanced levels. It's ideal for anyone who wants to gain practical, functional maths knowledge to handle everyday situations with confidence. The course is designed to teach the essential maths skills you need to solve everyday problems, handle money, and understand data. You will learn how to use maths for tasks such as budgeting, shopping, managing time, and interpreting information from graphs and charts. The course is available at Entry Level 3, Level 1, and Level 2, so it can be tailored to your current understanding, helping you progress at your own pace. Throughout the course, you will cover fundamental areas including basic arithmetic, fractions, decimals, and percentages. You will learn how to understand and apply measurements, whether calculating time, distance, weight, or volume. The course also covers data handling skills, helping you read and interpret tables, charts, and graphs, as well as solving practical money-related problems like calculating VAT or discounts. Finally, you will develop the ability to use time effectively, from reading clocks to working with schedules and timetables.

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