Online Maths GCSE
Course code: X0003 (OL)
05/01/2026
Is this course right for me?
Whether you’re looking to progress in your career, apply for university, or simply improve your confidence with numbers, a good maths qualification is essential.
Employers often ask for a specific GCSE maths grade — and having it can open doors.
If you already have a maths qualification* but need to improve your grade, this course adds up to what you need.
The course is designed to help you achieve GCSE Grade 4 or higher and can be studied completely online**
Studying maths helps you develop skills in:
- Problem-solving and logical thinking
- Data analysis and attention to detail
- Applying maths to real-life situations condfidently
Study completely online!*
- Study from home and fit your course around your other commitments
- Join live sessions every Monday, 6–9pm (starting January 2026)
- Commit to just three hours of independent study per week
- Access tutorials every six weeks (online or on campus)
- Get extra support during Easter and half-term breaks in the college ME Hubs
*Grade 3/D in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills
*You will be required to sit your final exam at the City Learning Quarter campus, in Wolverhampton city centre, or the Wellington Road campus, in Bilston.
Course details
Entry Requirements:
To access this course you are required to have:
- GCSE maths at Grade 3/ D or
- Maths Functional Skills Level 2
You will also be required to complete a maths assessment before the course starts to ensure it’s the right programme for you.
What will I learn?
During the course you will study:
- Calculations, addition, subtraction, division and multiplication
- Fractions, ratios percentages and decimals
- Geometry, measurement, and accuracy
- Algebra
- Sequences and graphs
- Probability and statistics
What skills will I gain?
Studying GCSE Maths will enable you to:
- Develop accurate mathematical skills
- Apply mathematical techniques in a range of situations
- Respond to questions with considered and informed answers
- Develop your problem-solving skills.
- In the workplace required skills
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed throughout the course and will be required to sit a final exam at the end of the academic year.
What can I do next?
The skills you will learn from this course will enable you to:
- Improve your maths grade
- Progress to a range of college courses with GCSE Grade 4 as entry criteria
- Meet employers’ requirements when applying for jobs
Future careers
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Then it’s time to apply.
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