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At Boston College, we offer both GCSE and Functional Skills Maths courses to suit your needs and goals. Improving your maths skills can benefit every aspect of your life – from boosting your confidence at work to making everyday tasks easier. Whether you want to increase your employment opportunities, gain further qualifications, or simply feel more confident with numbers, our courses are designed to help you succeed.

With multiple start dates throughout the year and a choice of session times and days, it’s easy to fit your learning around personal and work commitments.

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Functional Skills or GCSEs

Which is Right for You?

Functional Skills help you develop practical English or maths skills you can use in everyday life and at work. They’re a great choice if you want to improve your confidence, gain a qualification, or prepare for employment or further learning.

GCSEs give you a more in-depth understanding of English or maths and are widely recognised by employers and colleges. They’re ideal if you want to progress to higher-level courses, apprenticeships, or university.

If you’re unsure which to choose, think about your goals: Functional Skills focus on practical skills for life and work, while GCSEs prepare you for further education and career opportunities.

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“The College has helped me to progress from an Entry Level ESOL course all the way up to studying a Level 3 Uniformed Public Services course. I have also had the opportunity to gain qualifications in English and Maths. The College has improved my confidence and I am now looking to progress onto University.”

Dan | ESOL and Uniformed Public Services

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  • Addresses seminars, conferences and the media to present results of research activity or to express professional views.
  • Provides economic or statistical advice to governments, commercial enterprises, organisations and other clients in light of research findings.
  • Designs and manages surveys and uses statistical techniques in order to analyse and interpret the quantitative data collected.
  • Uses appropriate techniques and theoretical principles to determine an appropriate method of data collection and research methodology, analyse and interpret information gained and formulate recommendations on issues such as future trends, improved efficiency.
  • Uses a variety of techniques and theoretical principles to establish probability and risk in respect of e.g. life insurance or pensions.
  • Assesses the objectives and requirements of the organisation seeking advice.

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Come and find your kind of College at our next Open Event on Thursday 12th November, 5:00pm–8:00pm.

Explore our facilities, meet our lecturers and current students, and get a feel for what College life could be like for you. Discover the courses and careers that interest you, ask questions, and find out where your next step could take you.

You can also speak to our Student Services Team for support with everything from careers advice and applications to finance and funding, with the opportunity to apply on the night.

Come along, explore what’s on offer and find your way forward.

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