Course Overview
Upgrade your exam results and excel at maths. Identify and address the areas where you need to improve in order to achieve a Grade 4 or higher in your GCSE Maths exams.
Study our GCSE Maths Resit online course and you will turn your struggles with maths into strengths and your challenges into achievements.
With a tailored approach to learning that suits your needs and comes with personalised support every step of the way, you will excel in mathematics, unlock your potential and improve on your exam results.
Our GCSE Maths Resit course offers a comprehensive curriculum that revisits the essential topics where you need extra support, and provides targeted practice to prepare you for higher achievement when you resit your exams.
With our Maths Resit GCSE online course you’ll regain your confidence when it comes to all things numbers, percentages and beyond. You’ll explore topics like algebra, geometry and statistics and develop your analytical and problem-solving skills. From basic arithmetic to complex algebraic equations, studying GCSE Maths allows you to revisit and refine your essential mathematics skills, preparing you for greater success in your exams.
Achieving a Grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths is essential for many career and education opportunities. Our GCSE Maths Resit course enables you to study for your Maths GCSE and improve your exam results with a Grade 4 pass or above. It will ensure that you can understand and use mathematical methods and develop the skills you need to be a successful mathematician.
Study GCSE Maths and you’ll discover the surprising applications of maths in everyday life, such as completing secure online transactions.
Maths skills are essential for academic success and career opportunities in a wide range of fields. Enrol on our online GCSE Maths Resit course today, unlock the power of maths in both practical and unexpected ways, and start your journey to a better grade.
This course is for students who have previously taken exams in GCSE Maths and are looking to improve on their grade. If you are new to the study of maths check out our standard GCSE Maths course.
We would recommend that you enrol on the standard GCSE Maths course, or consider the Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths course if it is over five years since you sat your GCSE Maths exams.
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100% pass rate in 2024
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Interactive course
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1:1 tutor support
Maths GCSE Resit at a glance
Our (I)GCSE courses are offered in conjunction with leading UK examination boards and you’ll have to sit exams to get your qualification. Our Exams and Assessment page provides more information on sitting your exams.
Edexcel 1MA1
Students on the resit course will complete three full past papers.
You will not have access to, or be required to complete, assignments.
Exams (three):
Exams can be retaken in November or Summer exam sittings.*
* This course is now enrolling for November 2025 exam sittings.
There is no non-exam assessment (NEA) for this course.
No formal qualifications
An ability to read and write in English.
Online learning with support from a personal tutor for up to six* months.
Your course fee includes:
- a 1-2-1 tutorial with your tutor
- two live group seminars.
* Extendable to nine months for specific cases.
Your course includes:
- an initial online assessment to identify focus areas
- 1-2-1 session with your tutor to develop your detailed support plan
- group sessions including a ‘chat’ function for direct questions
- direct messaging with your tutor via the learn@nec platform
- comprehensive written feedback from your tutor on past papers.
The focus of the resit course is to support students to gain a Grade 4 or above. The feedback from the tutor and the activities are focused on this, so will pinpoint areas which require support to get to that level.
The differences to between the resit and our standard GCSE Maths course are:
- students on the GCSE Maths Resit course have access to the Foundational Maths material only
- no 1-2-1 tutorial included with the standard course (can be requested at a fee of £45)
- no live seminars included with the standard course (can book a Masterclass at a fee of £15)
- standard course comes with tutor support for up to 24 months.
Functional Skills qualifications focus on everyday application of maths skills and are often accepted by vocational courses and universities as equivalent to a GCSE. They are primarily aimed at adult learners.
If you are wanting to move forward within your workplace, a Functional Skills qualification may be acceptable. Many vocational courses and universities also accept Functional Skills Level 2 as equivalent to a GCSE. Find out about our Functional Skills courses.
For guidance on which route to take, please refer to the government information on funding and progression.
Edexcel 1MA1
The focus of the resit course is to support students to gain a Grade 4 or above. The feedback from the tutor and the activities are focused on this, so will pinpoint areas which require support to get to that level.
Your course includes:
- an initial online assessment to identify focus areas
- 1-2-1 session with your tutor to develop your detailed support plan
- group sessions including a ‘chat’ function for direct questions
- direct messaging with your tutor via the learn@nec platform
- comprehensive written feedback from your tutor on past papers.
Exams (three):
Exams can be retaken in November or Summer exam sittings.*
* This course is now enrolling for November 2025 exam sittings.
There is no non-exam assessment (NEA) for this course.
Functional Skills qualifications focus on everyday application of maths skills and are often accepted by vocational courses and universities as equivalent to a GCSE. They are primarily aimed at adult learners.
If you are wanting to move forward within your workplace, a Functional Skills qualification may be acceptable. Many vocational courses and universities also accept Functional Skills Level 2 as equivalent to a GCSE. Find out about our Functional Skills courses.
For guidance on which route to take, please refer to the government information on funding and progression.
Online learning with support from a personal tutor for up to six* months.
Your course fee includes:
- a 1-2-1 tutorial with your tutor
- two live group seminars.
* Extendable to nine months for specific cases.
Students on the resit course will complete three full past papers.
You will not have access to, or be required to complete, assignments.
The differences to between the resit and our standard GCSE Maths course are:
- students on the GCSE Maths Resit course have access to the Foundational Maths material only
- no 1-2-1 tutorial included with the standard course (can be requested at a fee of £45)
- no live seminars included with the standard course (can book a Masterclass at a fee of £15)
- standard course comes with tutor support for up to 24 months.
No formal qualifications
An ability to read and write in English.
Edexcel 1MA1
Students on the resit course will complete three full past papers.
You will not have access to, or be required to complete, assignments.
Exams (three):
Exams can be retaken in November or Summer exam sittings.*
* This course is now enrolling for November 2025 exam sittings.
There is no non-exam assessment (NEA) for this course.
No formal qualifications
An ability to read and write in English.
Online learning with support from a personal tutor for up to six* months.
Your course fee includes:
- a 1-2-1 tutorial with your tutor
- two live group seminars.
* Extendable to nine months for specific cases.
Your course includes:
- an initial online assessment to identify focus areas
- 1-2-1 session with your tutor to develop your detailed support plan
- group sessions including a ‘chat’ function for direct questions
- direct messaging with your tutor via the learn@nec platform
- comprehensive written feedback from your tutor on past papers.
The focus of the resit course is to support students to gain a Grade 4 or above. The feedback from the tutor and the activities are focused on this, so will pinpoint areas which require support to get to that level.
The differences to between the resit and our standard GCSE Maths course are:
- students on the GCSE Maths Resit course have access to the Foundational Maths material only
- no 1-2-1 tutorial included with the standard course (can be requested at a fee of £45)
- no live seminars included with the standard course (can book a Masterclass at a fee of £15)
- standard course comes with tutor support for up to 24 months.
Functional Skills qualifications focus on everyday application of maths skills and are often accepted by vocational courses and universities as equivalent to a GCSE. They are primarily aimed at adult learners.
If you are wanting to move forward within your workplace, a Functional Skills qualification may be acceptable. Many vocational courses and universities also accept Functional Skills Level 2 as equivalent to a GCSE. Find out about our Functional Skills courses.
For guidance on which route to take, please refer to the government information on funding and progression.
Why study GCSE Maths Resit
This course is for you if you
- Struggled in your GCSE Maths exams and want to improve your grade.
- Want to progress to a vocational further education course and need a Maths GCSE quickly.
- Need a supportive, flexible study environment in order to achieve a Grade 4 in your Maths GCSE.
Flexible payments and financial help
- As an education charity dedicated to helping independent learners achieve life-changing qualifications we want to keep fees affordable. All of our course fees are clear and transparent to help you plan for any additional costs.
- NEC’s fees for (I)GCSEs offer some of the best value on the market, with multi-buy options, special offers, personal discounts and affordable finance options.
- Used responsibly, finance is a great way to spread the cost of your course. We’ve teamed up with Omni, one of the UK’s leading finance specialists.
- Depending on your own circumstances, there are a number of possibilities for getting help to fund your course.
Visit our Fee information page or
Study now, pay your way
It’s your choice: you can pay in full at the point of enrolment, or you can spread the cost over monthly instalments with our finance offer. We offer a choice of six or 12 monthly repayment plans, with 0% APR as standard.
To pay in instalments you will need to enrol by telephone.
The National Extension College (NEC) work with finance company OMNI. For more information on our relationship with OMNI and replayment plans see our Fee Information page.
| Course fee | £355 |
| Deposit | £35.50 |
| Amount of credit | £319.50 |
| Monthly payment | £26.63 |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Total repayment | £355 |
| Cost of credit | £0.00 |
| Rate of interest | 0% APR representative |
Enrolling on more than one GCSE or IGCSE? Use voucher code GCSEMB10 to receive 10% off at checkout.
Enjoy 1-2-1 support from your course tutor
You’ll have access to 1:1 support from your tutor. All NEC tutors are subject experts, with experience in supporting online learners.
MORE ABOUT OUR TUTORS“As a small child I loved Maths and that has never changed! As well as my own passion for the subject I love to teach the subject to others, helping them overcome any fear of the subject and showing them just how rewarding the study of Maths can be. My approach to teaching has always been to help students to be the best they can possibly be; no question is too trivial, there is no such thing as a dumb question, the dumb thing to do is not to ask! I have a keen interest in how students learn. I have been involved in education throughout my career, specialising in Mathematics and IT as a teacher in schools, as a distance learning tutor and also a trainer so I am used to teaching all ages. I also have a great deal of examining experience and am a Member of the Chartered Institute of Educational Assessors.”
Additional support for under 18s
We understand younger students often need an extra helping hand with their studies. NEC’s unique Progress Tracker makes it easy for parents and guardians to follow their child’s progress, access assignment grades and view tutor feedback to ensure effective learning.
Talk to one of our course advisors
Still unsure whether online distance learning is right for you?
Our friendly Course Advice Team are here to help answer your questions and take you through your options.
- Book a call and someone will get back to you at a convenient time.
- Or contact us today by phone or email.
We’re waiting to help you get ahead and achieve your goals, your way.
Frequently asked questions
Your common questions and concerns answered. Read more FAQs.
NEC offers flexible, online GCSEs, A levels, and vocational courses that you can study anytime, anywhere. When you enrol, you’ll receive a welcome email with login details for learn@nec, our virtual learning platform.
You’ll be supported by a qualified subject tutor who provides feedback on your assignments and helps guide your progress. Our expertly designed courses include engaging materials, interactive learning activities, and selected online resources — all created by experienced teachers, examiners, and learning designers.
Our courses are designed to let you study at your own pace — all within a clearly defined enrolment period to help keep you on track. Many courses let you study your way, with flexible assignment deadlines to suit your schedule. Others may include set dates — especially for things like exams or NEAs (Non-Exam Assessment) — to help you stay on track.
Yes! You can connect with other learners in your course’s online forum. Many students find discussing topics with peers helps reinforce their learning — and helps them feel part of a wider learning community.
Yes. Most NEC courses, including all GCSEs and A levels, lead to qualifications awarded by major UK exam boards such as AQA, Edexcel, OCR and Cambridge International. You’ll earn exactly the same qualification as students in school or college.
We’re also approved to offer CMI qualifications for management, as well as TQUK-accredited courses and Functional Skills qualifications in English and Maths. These nationally recognised qualifications are designed to help learners build practical skills and are ideal for both personal development and career progression.
Some short courses, like those in the arts, are for personal development and enjoyment but don’t lead to formal accreditation.
Yes, NEC is a JCQ-approved exam centre, which means we can support your exam entry, provide verified access arrangements, and oversee non-exam assessments (NEAs) — essential for subjects like English, Science and Geography.
Yes. Many students complete a one-year fast track option, especially if working towards university or career deadlines. You’ll need to commit regular study time and plan carefully around assignment deadlines and exams.
If you’re unsure whether fast track is realistic, we’ll advise you.
Yes. You can enrol any time and begin studying when it suits you. However, if your course involves an exam, you’ll need to complete all assignments and assessments (also known as coursework or NEA — Non-Exam Assessment) in time for set exam dates — so don’t leave it too late!
If you’re planning to apply to university, please also be aware of UCAS deadlines. For example, to receive predicted grades through our UCAS Application Service, you’ll need to have completed a certain number of assignments by specific dates.
Check the individual course pages for guidance, or book a call with an advisor to discuss your timeline and study plans.
Yes. You can enrol any time and begin studying when it suits you. However, if your course involves an exam, you’ll need to complete all assignments and assessments (also known as coursework or NEA — Non-Exam Assessment) in time for set exam dates — so don’t leave it too late!
If you’re planning to apply to university, please also be aware of UCAS deadlines. For example, to receive predicted grades through our UCAS Application Service, you’ll need to have completed a certain number of assignments by specific dates.
Check the individual course pages for guidance, or book a call with an advisor to discuss your timeline and study plans.
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