Maths National 5
What is special about this course?
National 5 Maths is increasingly recognised as the entry requirement for many institutions offering Teacher Training courses, Health and Social Care Service courses, as well as employers such as the Police, Emergency Services and the Armed Services.
This course will provide you with a good foundation for progression to Higher Maths, which is a requirement for many university courses. It will strengthen your confidence when working with calculations and help you understand how the world around you works.
You can study part time alongside your employment or another full time course.
This course covers all the content of the National 5 course, in preparation for the exam which takes place in May.
Many students have found that doing this course helps them understand and support their family members while they are doing their Nat 5 Maths in school or college. Students also take pride in their own achievement through completion of this course and they learn that maths is the solution, rather than the problem.
Entry requirements
No formal entry requirements however a National 4 in Maths would be beneficial.
Course content includes:
- Numeracy
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Statistics
Equipment
You will need a scientific calculator (approx. £10) and the Leckie National 5 Maths textbook ISBN 978-0-00-828200-4 (approx. £20 for printed book or £5 for online e-book). A protractor is beneficial but not essential.
How will I study my course?
- Part Time
You will study through a combination of face-to-face classes on campus and remote learning via our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), with support from your lecturers.
How long will my course last?
1 Year4 to 5 hours over two days per week
Where can I study my course?
- UHI Moray
Start date
September
Fees
Normally, if you are studying full time for the first time and are Ordinarily Resident in Scotland your course fees will be covered through the information you provide on your course application.
If you are studying part time and are on low income or in receipt of certain benefits your course fees may be covered by a fee waiver.
If you are not Ordinarily Resident in Scotland, you may need to pay course fees.
Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.
|
Course fees 2023/24* |
Scotland |
Rest of UK |
International |
|
Further Education - Full time |
£1,008 |
£1,008 |
£6,960 |
|
Further Education - Part time (per single credit unit) |
£88 |
£88 |
£352 |
|
Further Education - Part time (structured 6 credits) |
£528 |
£528 |
£2,112 |
* Fees for 2024/25 are still to be confirmed.
Funding
Our Student Finance Advisers can advise you on all aspects of student funding. The support available depends upon your personal circumstances.
Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.
What can I do on completion of my course?
On successful completion of this course you may:
- Progress onto Higher Maths
- Study a higher education course that needs National 5 Maths as a pre-requisite.
Is there more information available online?
You can use the above QR code to connect directly to the course details.
Apply for Maths National 5
We are no longer accepting applications for 2024/25
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