The popular A-level subject that the UK is struggling with - Maths may be the most popular subject choice, but concerns ...

Universities have also been slow to recognise the qualification, as core maths does not count as one of the three required A-level qualifications which universities traditionally base offers on.

The Advanced Mathematics Support Programme, which has been running since 2018, helps state schools in England teach A-level maths, further maths and a core maths programme that provides “maths ...

Rishi Sunak said the UK was one of the few developed countries where young people did not routinely study some form of maths up to the age of 18.

Core Maths, introduced in 2014, is designed for pupils who have achieved a grade 4 or above in GCSE maths but who are not taking AS or A-Level maths.

The questions have been provided by the CfBT Education Trust and have been taken from the various Awarding Organisations' Level 3 Core Maths Assessment Example Materials (for 16+ learners).

The UK government is to cut back a hugely successful programme designed to encourage teenagers to take up higher-level maths courses, causing dismay among charities and campaign groups.