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Functional Skills English & Maths Level 2 Including Exams

Level 2 Up to 12 months Online / Live Sessions RQF 8 Modules

The GCSE-equivalent Level 2 qualification in both English and Maths — widely accepted by employers, universities and professional bodies across the UK, with exam fees included in the programme fee.

Demonstrate English reading and comprehension skills at Level 2 across multiple text formats

Write accurately and clearly for a range of purposes and audiences

Achieve correct grammar, punctuation and spelling at a professional standard

Demonstrate Maths problem-solving and calculation skills at Level 2

Achieve a nationally recognised GCSE-equivalent qualification in English and Maths

Meet entry requirements for Level 3 qualifications, apprenticeships and employment roles

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Nationally recognised

Flexible learning

Tutor support

Cert on completion

Payment plans available

Up to 12 monthsDuration

Online / Live SessionsDelivery mode

RQFAccreditation

Level 2Qualification level

8 ModulesCourse content

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Nationally recognised qualification

Flexible, self-paced learning

Tutor support throughout

Certificate on completion

Overview

About this course

Boost both your literacy and numeracy skills in one course. Get the equivalent of a grade C/4 in GCSE English and Maths — accepted for university entry, apprenticeships and employment. Exams included.

What you'll learn

Learning outcomes

Demonstrate English reading and comprehension skills at Level 2 across multiple text formats

Write accurately and clearly for a range of purposes and audiences

Achieve correct grammar, punctuation and spelling at a professional standard

Demonstrate Maths problem-solving and calculation skills at Level 2

Achieve a nationally recognised GCSE-equivalent qualification in English and Maths

Meet entry requirements for Level 3 qualifications, apprenticeships and employment roles

Build lasting confidence in literacy and numeracy for everyday professional life

Course Content

What's covered

Programme Introduction and Study Plan

How to use the learning portal, your study plan, assessment structure and how to book your exams.

Reading: Understanding Different Text Types

News articles, reports, letters, leaflets and web pages — developing comprehension across a range of formats.

Reading: Purpose, Audience and Tone

Analysing why a text was written, who it is written for, and how the writer achieves their intended effect.

Reading: Inference and Interpretation

Reading between the lines, inferring meaning from context, and selecting relevant evidence from texts.

Writing: Sentence Structure and Paragraphing

Constructing varied, effective sentences and organising writing into coherent, well-structured paragraphs.

Writing: Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling

Full stops, commas, apostrophes, colons, semicolons, common spelling patterns and proofreading strategies.

Writing: Formal and Informal Contexts

Writing emails, letters, reports and articles — adapting tone, register and format to suit different purposes.

English Exam Preparation and Practice Papers

Timed practice papers, mark scheme guidance and expert exam technique coaching for the Functional Skills English assessment.

Number: Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

Converting between fractions, decimals and percentages, and applying them to real-world problems.

Number: Ratio, Proportion and Rates of Change

Simplifying ratios, dividing quantities, calculating percentage change and working with proportional relationships.

Measure: Units, Conversions and Time

Metric and imperial unit conversions, reading scales, calculating elapsed time and interpreting timetables.

Geometry: Area, Perimeter and Volume

Calculating area and perimeter of 2D shapes, and volume and surface area of common 3D solids.

Statistics: Charts, Tables and Data Handling

Reading and interpreting bar charts, pie charts, line graphs, scatter graphs, frequency tables and averages.

Maths Exam Preparation and Full Practice Papers

Calculator and non-calculator practice papers, common error analysis and exam strategy for the Functional Skills Maths assessment.

Entry Requirements

Who should apply

No formal entry qualifications required

Suitable for adult learners aged 19 and above

Accessible on any device with an internet connection

Willingness to commit approximately 4–6 hours of study per week

Career Pathways

Where this takes you

All roles that require GCSE-equivalent English and MathsEntry into Level 3 vocational qualificationsNHS, care, education and business sector rolesApprenticeships requiring Level 2 literacy and numeracy

FAQ

Common questions

Is Level 2 the same as GCSE?

Yes — Functional Skills Level 2 is the government-recognised equivalent to GCSE grade 4 (C) and is accepted by the vast majority of UK employers and education institutions.

Are exams included in the fee?

Yes — exam fees for both English and Maths are included in your course fee. Exams are taken online with an approved assessment centre.

Can I do just English or just Maths?

Yes — each subject is also available as a standalone course. Contact us for individual subject pricing.

What if I fail the exam?

You can resit the exam — resit fees are kept low and your tutor will provide additional targeted support before any resit attempt.

Payment plans available

Up to 12 months Duration

Online / Live Sessions Delivery

RQF Accreditation

Level 2 Level

8 Modules

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Nationally recognised

Flexible, self-paced

Tutor support included

Certificate on completion

Functional Skills English & Maths Level 2 Including Exams

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Learning outcomes

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Common questions

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Functional Skills English & Maths Level 2 Including Exams

About this course

Learning outcomes

What's covered

Who should apply

Where this takes you

Common questions

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Ready to transformyour career?

Ready to transform
your career?