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Recommendation 7
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Consider offering a specific financial literacy qualification as minor subject in Advanced British Standard.
Recommendation
Beyond pure mathematics, as we recommend in our report on post-16 qualifications, the Department should explore means of increasing the take up of core mathematics and functional skills courses, but it should also consider offering a specific qualification in financial literacy which could fit into the Advanced British Standard as a minor subject. This would provide opportunities for progression for students who may not be able to take A level mathematics but show an interest or aptitude in improving their financial knowledge. This could also be a useful alternative to the GCSE retake for those who do not achieve a grade 4 or above in mathematics.
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Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 16 January 2025. Response attribution to this recommendation has not been verified. Read the response document ↗