National 5 Maths
- Location
- Other
- SCQF Level
- 5
- Start Date & time
- 19 Aug 2025 @ 6 - 9pm (Tuesday evenings)
- Qualification Type
- SQA National Award
- Course Type
- Distance
- Duration
- 1 year (August - June)
£550.00
National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher qualifications, accredited by the SQA, are typically studied at high school and college. These qualifications act as pathways to further study including university entry.
What will I learn?
The National 5 Mathematics course is assessed by a final exam in May. This has two papers, paper 1 is non-calculator and paper 2 allows the use of a calculator.
The course will cover:
Mathematics: Expressions and Formulae
- Use mathematical operational skills linked to expressions and formulae
- Use mathematical reasoning skills linked to expressions and formulae.
Mathematics: Relationships
- Use mathematical operational skills linked to relationships
- Use mathematical reasoning skills linked to relationships.
Mathematics: Applications
- Use mathematical operational skills linked to applications
- Use mathematical reasoning skills linked to applications.
Thinking of joining?
If you'd like a place on this course, you must:
- Ensure you meet the entry requirements
- Pay the full fee of £550
Payment options:
- Pay the full fee of £550
- Pay in 3 installments via PayPal. Option available at checkout. PayPal account required.
- There is no funding or fee waiver available for this course.
Private Candidates - SQA Exams
If you are a private candidate wishing to sit an SQA exam for National 5 and Higher subjects, we may be able to support you as the presenting centre. Just use the link below to find out more.
Entry requirements (minimum)
- Must have passed National 4 Maths (including Added Value Unit), Intermediate 1, Standard Grade General Level (or equivalent).
Note:
Please ensure you meet these entry requirements prior to making payment. If you pay but do not meet the entry requirements, the College reserve the right to refuse any refund.
You are required to provide your Scottish Candidate Number (SCN) upon booking so we can ensure you meet the entry requirements above.
Jobs and further study
National Course qualifications at National 5 level can be used to support progression in a variety of work or study contexts