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Problem Solving Matters
Support for students to develop their problem-solving skills and prepare for taking university admissions tests was previously available from the Advanced Mathematics Support Programme (AMSP). As of 1 April 2025, this support is no longer available through the programme.
MEI is happy to confirm that, thanks to philanthropic funding, we are able to continue to offer this support for free to students looking to progress to studying maths at university level.
Problem Solving Matters Overview
This course is for Year 12 students from state-funded schools, academies and colleges who are interested in applying to study Mathematics or Mathematical Sciences at University and wish to improve their mathematical problem-solving skills in preparation for future studies.
We work with Oxford University, Imperial College, Durham University, University of Bath, University of Manchester and Warwick University to provide this course.
The course will have three face-to-face study days across six venues.
Aims of the course
- To introduce mathematical problems of the difficulty level of the University Admissions Test
- To develop students’ problem solving skills so they have confidence in applying for universities that require admissions tests or take them into consideration
- To provide information about the requirements of applicants for a maths or maths-rich undergraduate degree
- To provide support for students preparing for the MAT or TMUA admissions tests
Key Details
| Audience: | Students |
| Curriculum Focus: | University admissions tests, A level Mathematics |
| Mathematical Focus: | Pure, Problem solving |
| Format: | Student course |
| Course length: | 3 day(s) |
| Fee | Free |
Who will benefit from attending
Any student who wishes to apply for a university that requires or accepts the MAT or TMUA admissions tests will benefit from attending. The course also provides a good base for preparing for the STEP examinations.
Please note that the course is not suitable for GCSE students.
What previous Problem Solving Matters participants found useful
“I feel more ready for any type of questions that might come up on my admissions test. They covered a good range of MAT and TMUA questions & how to deal with them. Tutors are nice and supportive.“
“Very helpful because we don’t see questions like this at school, so I wouldn’t know where to start.“
“Super useful skills developed! Mentor was super helpful at explaining everything. Amazing experience – thanks so much to the hosts and mentors!“
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