Applications of Mathematics National 5

What is special about this course?

The National 5 Applications of Mathematics course explores the applications of mathematical techniques and skills in everyday situations, including financial matters, statistics, and measurement. The skills, knowledge and understanding in the course also support learning in other curriculum areas, such as technology, health and wellbeing, science, and social studies.

Entry requirements

Candidates would be expected to have achieved one of the following:

• Core Maths 3 
• Standard Grade Maths at Level 3 
• Intermediate 1 Mathematics at A Level 
• Applications of Mathematics National 4 
• National 4 Mathematics 

Applicants who do not meet one of these criteria would be given a short entrance test based on National 4 Maths level questions.

To be eligible for multiply funding you should be aged 17 years or over at the start date of the course, not in full time education, and resident within Argyll and Bute local authority area. 

If you do not meet these criteria, or are not eligible for a fee waiver, a course fee of £344 will apply.

The following provides a broad overview of the subject skills, knowledge and understanding developed in the course:

• analyse real-life situations and problems involving mathematics
• identify valid mathematical operational skills to tackle real-life situations or problems
• select and apply numeracy skills
• select and apply skills in finance, statistics, measurement, geometry, graphical data and probability
• use mathematical reasoning skills to draw conclusions or justify decisions
• communicate mathematical information in an appropriate way

It is important that Applications of Mathematics - National 5 candidates devote regular time to revision and independent study outwith class, as it is not possible to achieve success only by attending the weekly classes and tutorial.

Fees

The fee for this course is £352 which can be paid in installments.

If you are on a low income or in receipt of certain benefits may receive a fee waiver. Please refer to page 2 of our Fees and Funding Guide to see if you are eligible.  If you think this may apply to you, please contact us and we can advise you.

If you do not qualify for a fee waiver, you may be able to apply for an Individual Training Account (ITA) to cover up to £200 the cost of this course.

This course is not available to students who require a Tier 4 Home Office visa to study in Scotland (international or EU).

Funding

This course is funded with UK Government Levelling Up Multiply funding.

To be eligible for Multiply funding you should be aged 17 years or over at the start date of the course, not in full time education, and resident within Argyll and Bute local authority area. 

If you do not meet these criteria, or are not eligible for a fee waiver, a course fee will apply.

To check if you are eligible for a Fee Waiver check our Fees and Funding Guide.