<p>LSE: Maths Essentials (formerly known as "An Introduction to Pre-University Mathematics") is an introductory self-paced MOOC from the London School of Economics on edX. It bridges school-level mathematics and undergraduate study, covering algebra, functions, calculus, and financial mathematics with applications in economics and social sciences. Particularly useful for JC students preparing for degrees in economics, finance, or quantitative social science.</p><ul><li>Six weeks of content at 6–10 hours per week, entirely self-paced.</li><li>Prerequisites: mathematics at GCSE level (UK) or equivalent — suitable for JC or upper secondary students.</li><li>Content: arithmetic and algebra, functions (polynomials, exponentials, logarithms, trigonometric), calculus (differentiation, integration, optimisation), and financial mathematics.</li><li>Free audit track with limited-time access; a verified certificate track costs USD 199.</li><li>Also serves as a qualifying route for University of London EMFSS programmes via the LSE Maths Essentials Proctored Exam.</li></ul><p>Enrol through the LSE: Maths Essentials page on edX.</p>
Who can apply
Anyone; suited for JC1–JC2 students preparing for university
What you get
Certificate
Frequently asked
Who runs this?+
Run by London School of Economics (via edX).
Who can apply?+
Anyone; suited for JC1–JC2 students preparing for university
<p>LSE: Maths Essentials (formerly known as "An Introduction to Pre-University Mathematics") is an introductory self-paced MOOC from the London School of Economics on edX. It bridges school-level mathematics and undergraduate study, covering algebra, functions, calculus, and financial mathematics with applications in economics and social sciences. Particularly useful for JC students preparing for degrees in economics, finance, or quantitative social science.</p><ul><li>Six weeks of content at 6–10 hours per week, entirely self-paced.</li><li>Prerequisites: mathematics at GCSE level (UK) or equivalent — suitable for JC or upper secondary students.</li><li>Content: arithmetic and algebra, functions (polynomials, exponentials, logarithms, trigonometric), calculus (differentiation, integration, optimisation), and financial mathematics.</li><li>Free audit track with limited-time access; a verified certificate track costs USD 199.</li><li>Also serves as a qualifying route for University of London EMFSS programmes via the LSE Maths Essentials Proctored Exam.</li></ul><p>Enrol through the LSE: Maths Essentials page on edX.</p>
Who can apply
Anyone; suited for JC1–JC2 students preparing for university
What you get
Certificate
Frequently asked
Who runs this?+
Run by London School of Economics (via edX).
Who can apply?+
Anyone; suited for JC1–JC2 students preparing for university
Is it paid?+
Free to apply. No participant fees.
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