Mathematics and Science Skills Programme
A Levels
About
Mathematics and science is all about discovery, creatively, and problem solving and due to extensive advancements in technology, they form an essential part of our everyday life.
Professionals within this industry have such a diverse and varied role, ranging from inputting patient data and calculating insurance costs to measuring the force of earthquakes and developing cures in a laboratory.
So whether you have an ambition to transform the way we interpret data, make a difference to patient care or solve some of the world’s global issues, this programme is a great step towards your dream career.
Entry requirements
You should have five GCSEs at grade or above including English and a grade 5 in maths and science.
Finance
If you are a school leaver, aged 16-18, (under the age of 19 on or before 31st August 2017), you do not pay tuition fees or examination and registration fees and may be eligible for additional support depending on your financial situation.
Assessed
You will be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of year 13 and investigative and practical skills assessments.
Progression and Careers
Studying the Mathematics and Science Skills Programme allows you to progress on to a range of university degrees and is the first step to a range of interesting careers within fields such as:
- Insight Analyst
- Operational
- Researcher
- Credit Risk Analyst
- Investment Manager
- Statistician
- Security Architect
- Research Scientist
- Software Engineer
Where you will study
A Level Academy, Main Campus
Duration
All A level study begins in September and will take two years to complete.
What you will study
- Level 3 BTEC Extended Certificate in Applied Science
- A Level Mathematics
- A Level Computer Science
Careers
Studying the Mathematics and Science Skills Programme allows you to progress on to a range of university degrees and is the first step to a range of interesting careers within fields such as:
- Insight Analyst
- Operational
- Researcher
- Credit Risk Analyst
- Investment Manager
- Statistician
- Security Architect
- Research Scientist
- Software Engineer
Entry Requirements
You should have five GCSEs at grade or above including English and a grade 5 in maths and science.
Course Fees
If you are a school leaver, aged 16-18, (under the age of 19 on or before 31st August 2017), you do not pay tuition fees or examination and registration fees and may be eligible for additional support depending on your financial situation.
Apply
To apply for Mathematics and Science Skills Programme , use the online application form or call 0151 477 5850 for more information.
Once your application has been processed, you will be contacted and given a date for your Interview Evening. Learner Services Advisers and course tutors will be available to speak with you and provide advice, guidance and information about College life.