Course Overview
Functional Skills Maths enables learners to build practical mathematical skills for everyday life, work, and further study, progressing from simple to complex problem solving. At Entry Levels 1–3, learners develop confidence with basic number, measures, shape, space, and simple information handling, applying maths to real life situations through “simple” problem solving tasks. As they move to Level 1, they learn to use maths more independently, tackling “straightforward” problems involving number operations, measures, shapes, and interpreting data. By Level 2, learners solve “complex” mathematical problems, selecting and applying appropriate methods, interpreting results, and communicating solutions clearly in a range of real world contexts. Across all levels, the qualification focuses on building fluency, logical thinking, and the ability to apply mathematical knowledge confidently and accurately.
Course Modules
Course Information
You will be invited to complete an initial assessment which will help us put you on the right level of course.
Exams.
Progression on to FE, HE or university courses or employment.
Supporting you
Travel
The below travel map highlights the campuses where you can study this course.
FREE SHUTTLE BUS | between Bromsgrove and Redditch campuses | the freedom to travel at any point of your college day.
Redditch
Redditch has many links to surrounding towns with a circular around Redditch itself including Bromsgrove, Kidderminster, Kings Heath, Evesham, Droitwich, Solihull, Worcester, and Birmingham. The train and bus stations are in close proximity to one another and are a short walk to Peakman Campus and a slightly longer walk to Alliance House.
Redditch Train Station
- Redditch station
Bromsgrove Road
Redditch
Worcestershire
B97 4RB - A 7-minute walk to Peakman Campus
- A 15-minute walk to Alliance House
Redditch Bus Station
- Redditch Bus Station
Unit 6
Evesham Street
Redditch
B97 4EX - An 8-minute walk to Peakman Campus
- A 17-minute walk to Alliance House
Worcester
Worcester is accessible by bus and train with numerous links from all over the county and further. The bus and train stations are a short walk to all of our campuses with The Duckworth Centre of Engineering being a little further.
Worcester Train Station
- Worcester Foregate Street Station
Foregate Street
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR1 1DB - An 8-minute walk to All Saints Building
- A 9-minute walk to Cathedral Building
- A 9-minute walk to St Andrews Building
- A 9-minute walk to St Wulstan’s Building
- A 5-minute walk to St Dunstan’s Building
- A 23-minute walk to The Duckworth Centre of Engineering
Worcester Bus Station
- Worcester Crowngate
Worcester
WR1 3LE - A 6-minute walk to All Saints Building
- A 7-minute walk to Cathedral Building
- A 7-minute walk to St Andrews Building
- A 7-minute walk to St Wulstan’s Building
- A 4-minute walk to St Dunstan’s Building
- A 24-minute walk to The Duckworth Centre of Engineering