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PLEASE NOTE: Entry requirements may change for some courses, please check the website.

LEVEL 2 COURSES LEVEL 1

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science Art & Design A Level ASDAN COPE (currently only available to students based at Morpeth) Bengali A Level Biology A Level Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Business A Level Chemistry A Level Classical Civilisation A Level Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production Drama & Theatre Studies A Level Economics A Level English Literature A Level Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) Film Studies A Level French A Level Further Mathematics A Level Geography A Level Government and Politics A Level Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care History A Level EDEXCEL BTEC Extended Diploma in IT ICT A Level Mathematics A Level Media Studies A Level Music A Level Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Performance) Music Technology A Level Photography A Level Physics A Level Product Design (3D) A Level Psychology A Level (Morpeth) Psychology A Level (Swanlea) Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics) A Level Sociology A Level Spanish A Level Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport Textile Design A Level Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Heath & Social Care Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Diploma in ICT GCSE English & Maths retakes Foundation Learning Pathway

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR A LEVEL 3 COURSES: At least 5 A*-C GCSE grades including English and Maths (vocational courses count as one GCSE) and for Level 3 BTECs at least 5 A*-C GCSE grades including English or Maths.

Facilitating Subjects Facilitating Subjects equip you with the skills required for a large number of competitive courses. They also increase your chances of getting onto those A Levels and Degree courses you are interested in.

Facilitating subjects at GCSE for A Levels Art and Design

Additional or Applied Science

History

Music

Biology

Mathematics

Chemistry

Physics

English Language

Physical Education

French

Photography

Geography

Spanish

Drama

Textiles

Facilitating subjects at A Level for University Biology

History

Chemistry

Maths

Further Maths

English

Physics

Geography

Languages (Classical and Modern)

CHOOSING THE RIGHT COURSE IF YOU expect to ACHIEVE

IF YOU expect to ACHIEVE

IF YOU HAVE ACHIEVED

GCSE passes at F/G or no passes

5 or more GCSEs at A*–E including English AND Maths at D & E or E & D

5 or more GCSEs at Grades A*–C including English AND Maths. You will need to have a grade B in the facilitating subject for that course.

FOUNDATION LEARNING TIER

EDEXCEL BTEC LEVEL 2 DIPLOMAS

A LEVELS

A one year course at entry level to help bridge the move from school level to independent living, further study or employment.

A one year course which is worth 7 GCSEs at Level 2 (i.e. 7 A*–C GCSEs)

A levels are currently undergoing change with many becoming two year courses rather than being split into AS and A2. You will study 3 or 4 A Levels.

EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION This is a standalone qualification. Many students study this alongside their A Levels.

ASDAN COPE LEVEL 3 Edexcel BTEC L3 Extended Diploma These are two year courses, equivalent to 3 A Levels. You can go to university with this qualification.

This is another qualification that students study alongside their A Levels.

HOW TO APPLY FOR SEPTEMBER 2015 • If you are an external student, please follow these steps. • If you are a Year 11 student at one of the three schools, please follow in-school procedures.

STEP 1 Complete the Application form Complete the application form and give the reference page to your referee. This will probably be your headteacher, head of year or form tutor. If you have any additional learning support needs please make sure you tell us on your application form and at your interview. This will help us make sure that the right support is available to you when you start your course. Round One Deadline: 12th December 2014 Round Two Deadline: 13th February 2015 Please return your form and reference to: Cambridge Heath Sixth Form, The Wessex Wing, Hadleigh Street, London, E2 0LD

STEP 2 Acknowledgement Letter Once we’ve received your application form and a satisfactory reference you will receive an acknowledgement letter and we will invite you for an interview.

STEP 3 Offer of a place Subject to your interview we will make you one of two types of offer. Unconditional – if you meet all the entry requirements and you already have results we will offer you an unconditional place. Conditional – if you are awaiting exam results we will offer you a conditional place. Your place will be dependent on your results, reference and meeting any other targets you are set e.g. for attendance and punctuality. Please note that we have limited places at Cambridge Heath Sixth Form and courses are likely to fill up quickly. The sooner you apply the sooner we will be able to offer you an interview and a place at Cambridge Heath Sixth Form. If you need any advice about applying to study at Cambridge Heath Sixth Form please contact us: • enquiries@cambridgeheath.towerhamlets.sch.uk – Tel: 0207 791 7350 • Helen Wright at Morpeth School – Tel: 0208 981 0921 • Jason Bonning at Oaklands School – Tel: 0207 613 1014 • Louis Berk at Swanlea School – Tel: 0207 375 3267

Course summary LEVEL 3 COURSES You will need to have achieved 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade C or above including English Language and/or Maths.

LEVEL 2 COURSES You will need to have achieved 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade E or above including English and Maths. Choose one course.

FOUNDATION LEARNING TIER PATHWAY You will need to be committed to completing the course and to continued study and personal development.

level 3 courses EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science

What will I study?

The Extended Diploma in Applied Science prepares students for many roles in the science sector, for example as a technician in the areas of a laboratory or industrial science. This qualification can also be used to progress on to Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to study medically related degree courses such as Forensic Science, Biomedical Science, Pharmacy, Optometry, Radiography, Nursing or Chemistry related courses such as Pharmaceutical Chemistry. (please note: many Medical, Dental and Veterinary schools do not recognise this extended diploma as an entry qualification)

You will study a minimum of: 9 core units and 9 optional units. The core units include: 1. Fundamentals of Science 2. Scientific Practical Techniques 3. Perceptions of Science 4. Using mathematical tools in Science 5. Using Statistics in Science 6. Scientific investigations *Specialist units include a range of units from Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

What qualifications do I get?

Where do I go next?

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science which is equivalent to three GCSE A Levels.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas are valued by employers and higher Education Institutions (HEIs). If you want to get a job straight away you could work in: • A research laboratory in pharmaceuticals • A quality control laboratory in an industrial manufacturing laboratory • A hospital laboratory • A forensic science laboratory • A materials testing laboratory in the construction, paper or plastics industry • A laboratory in a school, college or university • An environmental science laboratory  If you decide to go to university or college you could take a degree or a BTEC Higher National in Applied Science such as: • Applied Biology, Chemistry or Physics • Biomedical Science • Forensic Science, Pharmacy, Optometry, Nursing, Radiography In other words, the course prepares you for a range of careers in: Medicine, Food and Drink Industry; Cosmetics Industry. Environmental Health, Physical Science of Engineering.

Why study the subject?

How will I be assessed? The assessment is based on coursework either through assignments, practical reports in the laboratory or educational visits. Delivery of the course will be through the use of a mixture of theory and practical work.

What are the entry requirements? You must have at least 5 A*–C GCSE grades including a C in English Language and D in Maths or D in English Language and a C in Maths, and the following facilitating subjects: GCSE Additional Science, GCSE Applied Science, or GCSE Core Science at Grade C or better.

Art & Design A level Why Study This Subject? Art crosses subject boundaries and ignores rules; it challenges preconceptions and encourages personal enquiry. You are challenged to think, question, experiment and innovate. There are opportunities to develop new skills and forms of communication but the subject is primarily about making art, developing ideas and interests and utilizing a student’s passion for art.

How is the course structured? Students will be encouraged to experiment with a wide variety of materials, methods and techniques as they develop their creative thinking. You will need to be reflective and analytical in your thinking, making informed decisions about medium, composition and the subject content of your images. You will also need to analyse the work and concepts behind contemporary and historical art practice. Your practical work will include combinations of drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, sculpture, clay and film making. Throughout the course the emphasis will be on developing your creativity and research skills and your appreciation of art and design.

How is the course assessed? Throughout the course you will be encouraged to take part in a dialogue with your teachers and peers to review and evaluate your development. There will also be more formal assessments to grade current levels and targets. At the end of the course you will have an externally set assignment and the work produced will be exhibited with your coursework. Your work has to be presented in both written and visual form. Your coursework and timed test will be marked separately, to the exam board criteria. These marks are externally moderated and the exam board translate them into a grade.

What are the entry requirements? General Entry Requirements and the following facilitating subject at Grade B or above: GCSE Art and Design. It is also preferable to have a ‘B’ grade in English Language.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? Within the Art Departments we have a range of great facilities. Our classrooms are well-resourced and stimulating places in which to work and there is a designated sixth form studio for independent study. Students have access to a suite of mac computers, cameras and I.T support for film and recording. There are regular trips to art galleries and museums (Tate Galleries, Saatchi Gallery, The National Gallery, The Whitechapel, Hunterian Museum and John Soanes Museum) as well as to locations used for drawing and making studies from. Morpeth school has a public gallery called the Portman Gallery that gives an opportunity for students to work with practising artists and participate in workshops. This contact gives a very valuable insight into the art world and the possibilities it offers as an area for further study and work. We have links with the University of the Arts and also visit degree shows e.g. St Martins and Brighton University. There is an opportunity for students to be mentored by artists as part of the UAL Widening Participation scheme. Students exhibit their work in our gallery spaces and have regular group critiques to encourage dialogue and develop confidence in discussing ideas. The Art Departments have experienced and knowledgeable teachers who will nurture and encourage risk taking and experimentation. There is the opportunity to work with an academic writing mentor to support critical and analytical writing skills.

Where do I go next? You can go on to Art College or University to study for a BA Degree in a range of art based subjects. You are usually asked to complete a one year Foundation Course, which is a general art and design course that prepares you for the more specialised areas of a degree course. An Art ‘A’ level will prepare you to study on a range of courses and work within the creative industries in such areas as interior design, theatre design, animation, architecture, film making, publishing and the media.

level 3 courses ASDAN COPE (currently only available to students based at Morpeth) Why study this subject? The CoPE (Certificate of Personal Effectiveness) is of a similar size and status to a good grade AS level, it has been evaluated by UCAS and given a tariff of 70 points. CoPE is a qualification in skills; the skills that you are assessed on are those that everyone needs to be a successful learner, employee and citizen.

How is the course structured? The assessment and certificate for CoPE are based on meeting the standards required in all of the following skills: • Working with Others • Improving own Learning and Performance • Problem Solving • Research • Discussion • Oral Presentation

How is the course assessed? You will complete activities that enable you to develop and improve your skills and you will demonstrate that you have reached Level 3 competence with evidence in a portfolio. You should expect to spend about 150 hours on the coursework required.

What are the entry requirements? General Entry Requirements plus selection for the course by the Morpeth Sixth Form team.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? The unique strength of this course is its ability to allow students to develop their independent research skills, a vital requirement for university level education and much of the A Level/BTEC studying that they will do. Students have the freedom to choose their activities or challenges from a wide range of options to fit with their own strengths and enable them to develop them further. For example a student doing geography or sociology AS level may choose to do a module on Global Awareness to add a depth of understanding to their subject knowledge in those areas. There is also a module on Work Experience which allows students to get a taste of the outside world gaining valuable experience of the work place and transferable skills that will support their transition from college to further education and from further education to the world of employment. Students can also choose to do an extended project or EPQ, a piece of independent study into any subject that interests them which is increasingly popular with universities who see it as a sign that students possess the right degree of academic maturity to manage a degree level course.

Bengali A Level Why study this subject? Bengali is the heritage language of the largest number of bilingual pupils in Tower Hamlets. It is studied at GCSE level by a significant percentage of pupils. Like many other languages, Bengali is considered a facilitating subject by universities. The A level Bengali course has been designed to give you a profound understanding of the language. Not only will you know more about the mechanics of the language â&#x20AC;&#x201C; like grammar and vocabulary â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but also about how people live and use the language on a daily basis. Studying this language allows you to interact with people in your close vicinity and to establish a strong connection with those of your origin.

How is the course structured? In the first year you will study five topics. These are Day-to-Day issues, Contemporary Society, Environment and Citizenship, Working World and The International Context. These build on what you have studied at GCSE and cover a wide range of interesting and engaging issues. The common thread amongst these is discovering the richness of Bengali language. During the second year, along with the topics, you will have Literary and Non-literary Topics. You will complete an in depth study of Bengali fiction, which offers a wide range of choices as well as a rich heritage of Bengali poetry. In the Non-literary topic, you will study the emergence of Bangladesh, the Diaspora of Bengalis in Britain and review Bengali cinema and music.

How is the course assessed? There are changes to assessment for all Modern Foreign Languages for first teaching in 2015. We expect the new assessments to be similar to the current model, focusing on reading and writing.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade B or above: GCSE Bengali.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? You may take part in a residential trip to Bengali speaking places or countries, visiting places in Britain with a Bengali heritage and collaborating with different educational institutions in Bangladesh. For those who are passionate about studying Bengali, we can offer work experience as a translator or interpreter and look for other opportunities to practise the language.

Where do I go next? If you are an enthusiastic linguist, you can continue your higher studies in Bengali to obtain MA or PhD from SOAS, London. Apart from being beneficial at a personal level, your A Level in Bengali can help with quite a few career paths. For those who want to specialise in Bengali, there is translation or teaching. Or maybe you want to work in the travel and tourism industry. But even as an engineer or designer, solicitor or politician representing your community, being proficient in Bengali language will give you broader options.

level 3 courses Biology A level Why study this subject? The course provides the breadth and depth of understanding essential for progression into any of the myriad fields of Biology. You will immerse yourself in the most diverse of all subjects – Life.

How is the course structured? As it stands the course is made up of 6 units across AS and A2. Although there will be changes to the structure and content of A Level examinations generally, we are not expecting many changes to the content of A Level Biology, rather just to the way it is assessed. The course content is very broad, and is divided into four progressively difficult units, each covering a variety of fundamental concepts. There are also two coursework units that will develop your practical skills. The topics that are currently covered are: • Unit 1: Cells, Exchange and Transport • Unit 2: Molecules, Biodiversity, Food and Health • Unit 3: Practical skills in Biology 1 • Unit 4: Communications, Homeostasis and Energy • Unit 5: Control, Genomes and Environment • Unit 6: Practical Skills in Biology 2

How is the course assessed? Units 1, 2, 4 and 5 are assessed through written examination, each of which is synoptic with those that came before it. The Practical Skills units are set by OCR and assessed internally.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and one or more of the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE Biology or Additional Science.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? The course offers the opportunity to study in the wake of the fastest moving cutting edge of any discipline. Students will be supported outside of lessons by our science graduate Academic Mentors. The course involves a residential weekend at Nettlecombe Field Studies Centre in beautiful Exmoor National Park (a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest).

Where do I go next? Successful Biology A level students have built up a commanding knowledge of complex systems and are skilled at applying the underlying principles to novel situations. They are studious and creative lateral thinkers and it follows that A Level Biology supports progression onto a wide range of undergraduate courses, and is regarded as a facilitating subject by the Russell Group of Universities. Example degree courses for which Biology is a useful entry qualification include Medicine, Pharmacy, Forensic Science, Environmental Science, Geography, Sociology, Economics and the Political Sciences.

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business

How is the Course assessed? 100% coursework. Each unit will be assessed through coursework and will be awarded at Distinction, Merit or Pass level.

Why study this subject?

What are the entry requirements?

BTECs are industry led qualifications designed to help you learn more about a particular area of work. BTEC Business is a two year course which is equivalent to 3 A-Levels if you successfully complete 18 units over the two years. It offers a thorough insight into the world of business that all of us come into contact with every day. We do a lot of investigation into businesses to find out how they are putting the theory into practice in the current economic climate. Most units of work will involve a visit to a relevant business so that students get a real life experience of what businesses do. Students will also complete valuable work experience with businesses which contributes towards their CVs and coursework. Are you able to imagine yourself in real life business situations and think of all the elements that might be involved? Based on the business knowledge you have acquired you will need to be able to analyse a situation and decided on the best actions the business should be taking. You will also be required to participate in work related scenarios, e.g. Setting up and holding a meeting, Communicating with fellow ‘employees’ and Making financial decisions.

You must achieve 5 GCSEs or equivalent at Grade C or above including English Language or Maths with a C in English and a D in Maths or a D in English and a C in Maths.

How is the course structured?

With the right grades at the end of the two year course you can apply to university for further study. This could be a degree related to ICT or Business. With the practical skills you develop as part of the course you could also look at going straight into the world of work in a business related field such as Finance, Human Resources, Self-employment, Banking or Insurance.

The course is structured so that you complete a number of core units and options. These include • The business environment – an analysis of the economic environment and how businesses have to adapt to changing political and economic conditions • Business resources – this unit looks at the physical, human and technological resources required for the effective running of an organisation

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? BTEC students will be able to get a real insight into businesses and how they operate and what makes them successful. Each unit of work centres around a real business which pupils will visit and become familiar with. Students will visit and meet business owners or small and large scale companies. In year 13 students will demonstrate their enterprise skills by planning and managing a business event. This will develop key skills such as team working, project management and relationship management.

Where do I go next?

level 3 courses Business A Level Why study this subject? Would you like to Be the next founder of Facebook or Apple...? Fancy yourself at the head of a successful business? Got some great ideas for new products or services? Or maybe you want to work for a large company by working in marketing or management. Newspaper and television headlines offer continual reminders of how important the business world is to us all. In recent years much attention has been directed to issues such as fair trade, business ethics, global warming and credit crunch. No matter what your vision, the Business Studies A Level course gives you an incredibly powerful start to launch you on to becoming a business person. All the key topics of starting and running a business are covered. The new Business A Level will develop an enthusiasm for studying business and enable you to gain a holistic understanding of business in a range of contexts. You will be able to develop a critical understanding of organisations and their ability to meet society’s needs and wants as well as understand that business behaviour can be studied from a range of perspectives. You will investigate the success of Apple and Ryanair in comparison to the relative problems faced by HMV group and Saab. The course will focus on helping you generate enterprising and creative approaches to business opportunities, problems and issues as well as building awareness of the ethical dilemmas and responsibilities faced by organisations and individuals. You will acquire a range of relevant business and generic skills, including decision making, problem solving, the challenging of assumptions and critical analysis and apply numerical skills in a range of business contexts.

How is the course structured? The Business A Level assesses students on the following topics: • What is business? • Managers, leadership and decision making • Decision making to improve marketing performance • Decision making to improve operational performance • Decision making to improve financial performance • Decision making to improve human resource performance • Analysing the strategic position of a business • Choosing strategic direction • Strategic methods: how to pursue strategies • Managing strategic change

How is the Course assessed? 100% examination. A variety of assessment techniques will be used including multiple choice, data response questions and essay questions.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE English Language.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? The new Business A Level contains opportunities for developing a contextual understanding of Businesses and the environment it operates in. You will have the opportunity to meet real life entrepreneurs who have started successful businesses and find out more about their pathway to success. The course will offer students an opportunity to also visit a number of Businesses in the heart of the City of London as well as some of the worlds global brands such as Cadbury, Mini, Jaguar Land Rover and much more. There are also plans to offer a joint Business and Economics residential to New York and China.

Where do I go next? University, careers in Finance, Human Resources, Self-employment, Banking or Insurance.

Chemistry A Level Why study this subject? Chemistry is an excellent qualification for people who want to go on to a scientific career and an excellent way to progress on to a wide variety of university courses. Chemistry forms a “bridge” between Physics and Biology and is highly regarded as an entry qualification to virtually all science and engineering degree courses, especially when combined with other Sciences or Mathematics. A Level Chemistry is an essential entry requirement to both medicine and veterinary degree courses.

How is the course structured? As it stands the course is made up of 6 units across AS and A2. Although changes will be made to the structure and content of A Level examinations generally, we are not expecting many changes to the content of A Level Chemistry, rather just to the way it is assessed. This course is made up of 6 units. Each contains different key concepts of organic and inorganic Chemistry. The topics that will be covered include: • Unit 1: Atoms, Bonds and Groups • Unit 2: Chains, Energy and Resources • Unit 3: Practical skills in Chemistry 1 • Unit 4: Rings, Polymers and Analysis • Unit 5: Equilibrium, Energetics and Elements • Unit 6: Practical skills in Chemistry 2

How is the course assessed? All units will be assessed through written examination except for the practical skills units which will be assessed internally.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and one or more of the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE Chemistry or Additional Science.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? Chemistry A level opens doors. You will learn that the apparent complexity of matter actually results from a set of fundamental underlying patterns and principles. Understanding these is the key which will allow you to explore modern chemistry. You will learn to conduct experiments independently, and analyse your own results. You will be supported outside of lessons by our science graduate subject mentors. You will attend relevant lectures and examiners’ talks and be supported in finding relevant work experience and other clinical experience.

Where do I go next? A Level Chemistry is a fundamental qualification for someone who wishes to go onto higher education in Science or pursue a career as an industrial chemist, but it also provides the opportunity for entry into a very wide range of scientific and non-scientific fields, as well as many management posts. A Level Chemistry is a mandatory requirement for Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science degrees, as well as a well respected ‘A’ Level for a range of courses such as Law and Anthropology.

level 3 courses Classical Civilisation A Level Why study this subject? Classics students are fascinated by the past and how it relates to the present. They enjoy history, literature, mythology, philosophy and art, and want to understand how these subjects related to each other in ancient Greece and Rome, and how they inform modern society, thought and culture. Students study some of the most important texts and artefacts ever created, and through this study are able to read and interpret the world they inhabit more profoundly.

How is the course structured? This course is currently undergoing change for first teaching in September 2015. The current units* are: • Roman Society and Thought: A study of the Satires of Horace, Juvenal, Petronius and the letters of Pliny the Younger. This Unit will enable students to learn about the origins of satire, its social purpose and how it can be compared to modern examples. Students will be able to appreciate and draw distinctions between the subjects, styles and approaches of classical satirists. The Unit also focuses on the social contexts in which these texts were composed, considering the roles of: women in Roman society, the Roman family structure, the relationships between patrons and clients and between city and countryside, the effects of wealth and the position and power of the Emperor. • Greek Tragedy in its Context: Agamemnon (Aeschylus) Antigone (Sophocles), Medea and Electra (Euripides). These are some of the great, archetypal texts of the western world. Students consider not only the language of the texts, but also the social and religious importance of Greek drama. Universal moral themes are considered in these works, such as the nature of heroism, or the distinction between justice and revenge. • Art and Architecture in the Greek World: the principal focus in this Unit is on art, architecture and religion. Students learn about the ways in which Greek vases, sculpture and architecture evolved and over hundreds of years, and how these artefacts served both social and religious functions. We look at some of the most beautiful and powerful objects ever created, and as well as developing an appreciation of their aesthetic qualities, students learn about the methods and techniques used to create them. • Comic Drama in the Ancient World: Frogs and Lysistra (Aristophanes), Pseudolus and The Swaggering Soldier (Plautus). This Unit contrasts Greek and Roman comedy, as well as the place of drama in Greek and Roman society.

As with the other Units, there is scope to make powerful links between the cultures of the classical world and modern culture. Students consider the social and personal importance of comedy and more serious social role as a means of expressing social dissent * current units may be amended or changed from 2015, but the range of texts and stimuli will remain broad and diverse

How is the course assessed? All Units are examined externally. Students are assessed through their response to questions on stimulus material (extracts or images) which are drawn from the texts and artefacts they have studied.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE English Language

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? You will be invited to join: • A visit to a country with ancient civilisation heritage/culture in Year 13 • A visit to The British Museum • A visit to Fishbourne Roman Palace and Gardens in West Sussex • Trips to theatre productions. • Drama workshops

Where do I go next? Next stop opportunities include higher education courses, and career opportunities in journalism, politics (Boris Johnson has a Classics degree), teaching, writing (JK Rowling is also a classicist), museum curatorship, advertising, editorial work, public relations. Classical Civilisation is a useful qualification in that it can lead you into literary, artistic work or a career in the historical or cultural fields. At A Level, Classics combines well with sciences, and is valued by universities.

EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production Why study this subject? In an increasingly digital age, the internet has become the main outlet for a majority of media productions and entertainment. From Netflix to Spotify to YouTube, the way we consume media has changed dramatically over the last 10 years. On the Creative Media Production course, you will learn about creating media products for the web including Sound Design, Music Video Production, Mobile Film Making, Music Technology, Photography, Television programming and more.

How is the course structured? The course lasts for two years and over that period of time, you will complete 19 units, which are grouped together to make projects. Here are some of the projects you will study in each year. Year One: Audio Book Production, Sound Design for Computer Games, Film Studies, Music Video Production, Video Art Year Two: Mobile Film Making, Film Production, Photography, Computer Game Story Development The Units you complete will go towards an Extended Diploma, which is the equivalent of three A-Levels.

How is the Course assessed? 100% coursework. You will usually submit your work digitally via your own coursework blog or via social media.

What are the entry requirements? You must achieve 5 GCSEs or equivalent at Grade C or above including English Language or Maths with a C in English and a D in Maths or a D in English and a C in Maths, plus a C grade (or Pass for BTEC) in a creative subject such as Art, Music, Drama, Photography, Music Technology, Media Studies etc.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? Due to the fact that the Creative Media course covers such a wide range of topics and skills, you will be equipped to move on to a wide range of careers such as Design, Game Programming, Music Production, Sound Design, Marketing and more. We have links to a number of establishments and organisations. We have an on going partnership with Kingston University who provide workshops on film production, Aimhigher who provide University taster days, RichMix who provide a whole range of opportunities in the Media industries, plus a new partnership with Drik, an international photographic agency. Our students have also been involved with projects with the British Film Institute, Intergen and the Tower Hamlets Arts and Music Education Service.

Where do I go next? Many of our students have gone on to study at university or get an apprenticeship in areas such as Film, Game Design and Media. During the course, we organise many trips and links with universities and media organisations to not only enhance your skills, but also give you an idea of the many careers that exist in the world of media.

level 3 courses Drama & Theatre Studies A Level Why study this subject? The course demands practical, creative and communication skills in almost equal measure. You will extend your ability to create drama and theatre, either in a performing or production role. You will also be required to write about drama and to develop your analytic skills to become an informed critic. This course is for students who have an interest in the arts and have a creative instinct for communicating their views through drama.

How is the course structured? • Unit 1: Exploration of Drama and Theatre Studies. This is a practical and written unit that explores interpretation of two contrasting play-text and theatre practitioners. Students will also write review of a live performance they watch. • Unit 2: Theatre text in performance. Practical external examination, students will be part of a group performance of a play-text and perform a monologue or duologue. • Unit 3: Exploration of Dramatic performance: This is practical and written exploration that requires students to be a performer and director for a devised piece of theatre. • Unit 4: Theatre text in context. This is terminal written examination. Special note: To do well in drama at this level, you may need to commit to devising and rehearsal time outside the normal timetable.

How is the course assessed? Assessment will be a mixture of internal assessment with external moderation and external assessment and examination.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE English or GCSE Drama. If you have not taken GCSE Drama but have extensive experience in the subject, this will be accepted as an alternative. The ability to work both independently and collaboratively is essential.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? We go on a variety of theatre trips. We Work with a number of universities including Queen Mary University of London (QMUL).

Where do I go next? You will be able to pursue further study of drama or performing arts at university. You may wish to combine Drama with any of the Arts, Humanities or Social Science subjects to form a combined degree. Vocational training in the theatre could be undertaken by applying to one of the theatre schools.

Economics A Level Why study this subject? Economics is a challenging subject which develops your research and analytical skills, the ability to evaluate arguments and decisions and assess the reliability of information. It can also give you new perspectives on some of the most pressing and challenging problems facing the world today. You will learn about the impact of international trade, both good and bad. You will discover the effect government policies have on the economy and on employment. This will help you make more informed decisions as both a consumer and as a voter.

How is the course structured? You will explore many topics such as ‘Do we need a minimum wage?’ and ‘How China’s growth affects the UK economy’. This course is currently undergoing change for first teaching in September 2015. There will be both Macroeconomics and Microeconomics units studied throughout the two year course.

How is the Course assessed? 100% examination. A variety of assessment techniques will be used including data response questions and essay questions. The Unit 4 paper is synoptic and is based on pre-release material.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? Given the nature of the subject, we encourage students to participate in various competitions, activities and trips to help apply economics to the real world. With Tower Hamlets wedged between the City and Canary Wharf, there are afternoon trips to the Bank of England; the London Metal Exchange and a 'day in the life of a trader' at Citi's offices in Canary Wharf including work shadowing opportunities and subsequent mentoring from professional staff working in finance. A visit to the economics faculty at Cambridge University gives students the opportunity to listen to a formal economics lecture and discover what it is like to study at a university out of London. There are regular lectures during the course from banking & policy professionals as well as academics. In 2014, Dr Richard Reid, senior Research Fellow at the University of Dundee and Michael Saunders, Chief European Economist at Citi were amongst the speakers. Various competitions to help develop students' wider skill sets are also on offer including the Royal Economic Society young economist of the year essay competition (£1000 prize), the IFS student investor challenge (trip to New York amongst the prizes) as well as the prestigious Bank of England target 2.0 Monetary Policy challenge. Finally, a monthly reading & debating club in association with Deutche Bank, the Financial Times and Pizza Express occurs throughout the year.

Where do I go next? What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE English Language.

University and potential employment in Government, Journalism, Finance, Investment Banking or Insurance.

level 3 courses English Literature A Level Why study this subject? Choose this subject because you love reading. English Literature A Level will allow you to read a diverse and exciting range of texts across centuries and genres: from William Shakespeare to Cormack McCarthy, you will be reading the most profound and passionate writing in existence. As well as reading core texts, you will become critical thinkers, using a wide range of critical concepts and theoretical approaches such as Marxism, feminism, psychoanalysis and ‘canonicity’ to debate and explore texts and unlock a full range of meanings. Through your reading you will also become accomplished academic and creative writers, learning to write analytical and interpretative essays that communicate insightfully and engage with big philosophical questions. You will also use your reading as a basis for creative writing. English Literature is a rigorous, academic subject which is well regarded by universities and employers.

How is the course structured? This course is currently undergoing change for first teaching in September 2015. The current units are: • Poetry 1900-1945: A study of Tennyson’s poetry, focusing on the language, form and structures typical of this poet and debate of the issues surrounding his poetry. Is he primarily a poet of the establishment or is Tennyson the voice of the minority and the excluded? In addition, a study of Samuel Taylor Coleridge and the debates around his work. Does Coleridge intend to write Christian morality poetry or is there a subversive agenda behind his writing? • Literature post-1900: A study of The Kite Runner by Khalid Hosseini and The Road by Cormac McCarthy. What makes these texts valid for inclusion in a modern canon? Which is more conventional? Which is more powerful? What do we expect from a modern novel and is this the same as what makes them readable? • Genre study – Dramatic Comedy: close readings of Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare and The Importance of being Earnest, debating issues surrounding these texts? Can we view dramatic comedy as reinforcing or subverting structures of patriarchy? Are these texts satire or melodrama? To what extent has Wilde been influenced by the conventions of comedy followed by William Shakespeare?

• A study of the Gothic genre using Faustus by Christopher Marlowe, Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte and The Bloody Chamber by Angela Carter. How has this genre come to be seen as more than ‘trashy’ fiction? To what extent can it be seen as feminist? How do its conventions and themes continue to be relevant to contemporary writing? • Coursework – two pieces of independent study that allow you to choose your own texts and apply the questions, critical concepts and academic theories.

How is the course assessed? The current structure (for last teaching in September 2014) • 60% exam, 40% coursework over the two years • The coursework folder consists of two pieces; – a formal essay which compares literary texts across genres – and a creative piece of writing in which you can recreate the written style of your chosen text • There will be a 2 hour exam at the end of each year

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE English Language

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? You will be invited to join: • a creative writing and multicultural literature course in conjunction with and taking place at Queen Mary University. • a creative writing group and work with our author in residence receiving guidance and mentoring on your own creative writing. • trips to theatre productions. • drama workshops at The Globe Theatre.

Where do I go next? Next stop opportunities include higher education courses, and career opportunities in advertising, Print Media, The Charitable Sector, Journalism, Business, Law, Public Relations and Teaching.

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) Why study this subject? Doing an Extended Project is great for building confidence and broadening horizons because you are free to be creative, practical or academic, you can be led by your curiosity and you can pursue an idea to see how it evolves and takes shape over time. In fact, students often comment at the end of their project that they could never have imagined where their project would take them when they started out.

How is the course structured? An Extended Project is a separate qualification alongside traditional qualifications such as A levels. The point of the EPQ is that you work independently most of the time. You will have a project supervisor who will guide and support you through the whole process although, ultimately, it is up to you, and this means that you will need to be organised and motivated by the topic and by the project format you choose. Projects can take a wide range of forms. Some students choose to write an extended essay or to do their own research, others to create a computer application, performance, design, piece of art or an event. The project will involve a written element, which is likely to be between 1000 and 6000 words, depending on whether there is a further practical or creative element to the project or whether it is just a written document.

How is the course assessed? The assessment is very different from other qualifications because there are no exams. In fact, in the EPQ, the learning process is more important than the outcome. Four areas of skills are assessed: 1. Project planning and time management Working out how best to use the time available 2. Using resources and research skills. The way you collect information and use resources such as books, journals and the internet 3. Developing an idea and producing an outcome. The whole project process 4. Evaluation and presentation Reflecting on the process of doing the project and your ability to communicate your work orally to other people These four areas will be assessed throughout the project process, although you will probably focus on each one in turn. Whatever project you choose, you should finish with an excellent grounding in research, critical analysis and presentation skills.

How much work is involved? The EPQ is worth half an A Level (70 UCAS points for an A* grade) at A Level. You will need a reasonable amount of time for the whole Extended Project process from gathering initial topic ideas to presenting the outcome of the project and reviewing your learning.

What are the entry requirements? General Entry Requirements.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? You will visit university libraries and have use of a university library to support your research. Personal benefits: Carefully chosen EPQ can help you to make sound decisions, to become more confident, and to develop important skills and knowledge. Completing the project will bring a huge sense of achievement and personal satisfaction. Work-related benefits: Confidence in your own abilities and the self-awareness to know your limitations are vital to career success. Useful work skills you will develop are: time management and personal organisation, problem solving and decision making, concise and accurate written communication and use of ICT to communicate effectively. Educational Benefits: Universities really value the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), as it helps them to select students with a commitment to their chosen subject and a head-start in the independent learning skills that higher education demands.

Where do I go next? This study will help you to be well prepared for the demands of any university course.

level 3 courses Film Studies A Level Why study this subject? "If students aren't taught the language of sound and images, shouldn't they be considered as illiterate as if they left college without being able to read or write?" George Lucas – Film maker Film Studies is a dynamic, academic and creative subject which combines many different disciplines. Throughout the Film Studies A Level course you will build your skills in analysis, research and creativity and will develop understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of film; the major art form of the twentieth and twenty first centuries. Not only will you learn how to analyse films, you will also make short films and sequences and understand the industry behind the film sector in the UK, US and World Cinema contexts. Since we study film both as an art form and film within its social and historical context, Film Studies is an excellent complement to other creative or humanities-based subjects and can provide an excellent balance for the Sciences or Business Studies.

How is the course structured? There are course is split into the following units, assessed over the 2 year course • The Creative Project: where you will plan, film, and edit a narrative film sequence • Micro Essay: where you will explore how a director has achieved a particular atmosphere or established a theme within a film of your choice. • American Film Comparison: In this section you will focus on the war genre looking at the films The Hurt Locker and Saving Private Ryan exploring and comparing their themes, issues, historical context messages and how they reflect attitudes and values within American society. • British films: Living with Crime. You will study social realist films such as Harry Brown, London to Brighton and Fish Tank focussing on the representation of social issues. • The Film Industry: Producers and Audiences. In this unit you will explore and the interplay between film producers and film audiences through the use of case studies. • Small Scale Research Project: You will produce a research portfolio in which you investigate a specific hypothesis on a topic of your choice. Short Film: A larger filmmaking project in which you will plan, edit and film a 5-minute short film. • The exam consists of three core questions: The first looks at truth, bias and impartiality within documentary film making; the second question will focus on one core film Talk to Her which you will study in detail and for the final question you will look at World Cinema, at issues of poverty, power and conflict in films like City of God, La Haine and Once Were Warriors.

How is the course assessed? AS • Film making Coursework assignment and Essay (internally assessed) 20% • Exam (externally assessed) 60% A2 • Short Film assignment and Research Project (internally assessed) 50% • Exam (externally assessed) 50%

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE English Language. Whilst it would be helpful, you do not need to have studied Film or Media at GCSE in order to study this course.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? Students will attend regular screenings both in school, at local cinemas and at the British Film Institute. Students will have opportunities to work with ex industry technicians and speak to guest film makers. Students will have the opportunity to be involved in Film Futures, a festival of film making at the BFI and are encouraged to enter the films they make into national competitions. The best candidates work will be screened at the Annual Moscars (Morpeth Oscars) event at a local cinema. There are opportunities to go on trips both in London and beyond.

Where do I go next? Film Studies A Level will equip you with a range of skills such as analysis, research and creativity which will be valuable for any future career or future study. Film is increasingly being recognised as an academic subject by universities with most Russell Group Universities offering courses in the subject. Possible university options include the study of Film, English Literature, Media, Broadcasting, Marketing or Journalism at degree level. In addition, many first year English Literature and Humanities degrees offer Film Studies optional units in the first and second year of the course. There are also of course increasing numbers of Higher Level apprenticeships in the Creative Media Industry.

FRENCH A LEVEL Why study this subject? “If you talk to a man in the language he understands, that goes to a head. Speak to a man in his language and it goes to his heart.” Nelson Mandela. There are many reasons to choose to study French at A Level. Languages set you apart from others. They are considered facilitating subjects by universities, offer you opportunities to travel, study and work abroad and give you a skill that is highly valued in the workplace. Languages complement many fields of study and can be combined with all sorts of subjects at university from Chemistry to History of Art to Business. Aside from all this, you can travel, explore new cultures and enhance your world view. Language is about communication and this skill is essential in any walk of life. In an ever changing global context, students from the UK need to find ways to contribute to the global environment in a competitive world. Languages are therefore essential for your generation.

How is the course structured? In the first year you’ll study four topics. These are Media, Popular Culture, Healthy Living/Lifestyle and Family/Relationships. These build on what you have studied at GCSE and cover a wide range of interesting and engaging issues. The main focus of the course is to express your views and engage with the views of others. You will explore language, culture and topical issues through film, media, literature and social media. In the second year you’ll have another four topics – Environment, the Multicultural Society, Contemporary Social Issues... plus you choose two of five cultural topics for in depth study which range from the historical to the political to the cultural.

How is the course assessed? This course is undergoing change for September 2015. All exams for the A level will be taken at the end of the second year. There will be exams to assess listening, reading and writing. In addition there is a speaking test.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE French. If you haven’t studied French since GCSE in year 9 don’t worry – you can still take this course.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? Studying languages at CHSF offers you many opportunities. We have links with schools in France and students have taken part in an exchange, travelling to Paris to do work experience in international businesses and organisations. Our students have weekly sessions with the Foreign Language Assistant, have volunteering opportunities and take part in trips in and out of London.

Where do I go next? With languages, the world is your oyster. Linguists go on to work in all sectors be it as linguists (interpreting, translating, teaching or writing) or in fields such as commerce and finance, leisure and tourism, education, politics, law, journalism, the charity sector, engineering…. The list is endless. So will languages be your passport? Where could they take you?

level 3 courses FURTHER MATHEMATICS A Level Why study this subject? Further Mathematics is an incredibly demanding and intensive course of study. It examines imaginary numbers, differential equations, proof by induction, matrices, and several other weird and exciting aspects of numbers and mathematics. It will challenge your understanding of the subject deeply â&#x20AC;&#x201C; be prepared! You must be willing and able to work independently in order to be successful in this subject. You can take Further Mathematics A Level alongside Mathematics A Level if you wish to broaden your knowledge and understanding of the subject. Not only is it hypothesised that taking Further Mathematics improves studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; grades in Mathematics A Level by broadening their depth of knowledge and understanding of the subject, it also is excellent preparation for any students intending to do a Mathematics related subject at university. The subject also combines well with sciences such as Physics and Chemistry.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade A/A* GCSE mathematics.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? You will have the opportunity to hear lectures and talks from experts and leaders in their field to contextualise the maths that you will learn about in the classroom with a trip to a mathematics conference. Previous years have visited art galleries with workshops on the mathematics of beauty and pattern, as well as geometric constructions. You will also be supported with weekly afterschool support sessions for further study, help with classwork or homework, or to challenge yourself further with the curriculum content.

Where do I go next? How is the course structured? In order to take Further Mathematics you must complete 6 mathematics modules (3 in each year). In each year one of these must be a Further Pure module and two of them must be application modules (Mechanics, Decision or Statistics). The application modules must be different to the ones you are taking for your A-Level.

How is the course assessed? The course is assessed through written examinations. There is no coursework.

This subject is excellent for people intending to do a degree in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Engineering as it covers some undergraduate topics. Most competitive universities require Further Mathematics for entry to degrees in Mathematics and Engineering.

Geography A Level Why study this subject? There has never been a better or more important time to study geography. With growing interest in issues such as climate change, migration, environmental degradation and social cohesion, geography is one of the most relevant courses you could choose to study. Geographers are also highly employable. “Whatever your passion for the world – fascination with landscapes or concerns about inequality – geography will provide you with knowledge and transferable skills that will reward you personally and advance you professionally”. Dr Rita Gardner.

How is the course structured? AS units • Managing physical environments • Managing change in the human environment A2 units • Global issues • Geographical skills

How is the course assessed? AS • Managing physical environments – 1 hour 30 mins written exam • Managing change in the human environment – 1 hour 30 mins written exam A2 • Global issues – 2 hours 30 mins written exam • Geographical skills – 1 hour 30 mins written exam

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade B: GCSE Geography.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? Throughout AS and A2 geography students will participate in geographical activities, investigations and fieldtrips which will provide students the opportunity to actively interact and engage with the real world both local and global. • Orientation activities provide students the opportunity to practise and develop their skills in planning, teamwork, communication, time-management and map reading. • Daytrips include visits to the world’s largest exhibition on future cities whereby students delve into some of the big questions, problems and solutions on urban sustainability. • Residential fieldtrips provide students the opportunity to undertake in their own geographical investigations, looking into why our human and physical environments and landscapes appear as they are, how they form and operate, and how they inter-relate at various scales.

Where do I go next? Regarded as a ‘facilitating’ subject by Russell Group universities, studying geography at A-Level will enable students to move on to a range of university courses. After this, students can go on to work in education, local government, town planning, environmental management and consultation, GIS analyst, conservation cartography, research, climatology, and the leisure and tourism industry, as well as politics.

level 3 courses Government and Politics A Level Why study this subject? “Those who are too smart to engage in politics are punished by being governed by those who are dumber.” – Plato Have you ever wondered why we have to follow the rules and laws that are decided by other people? Knowledge is power. And this popular A Level gives you the knowledge to understand how the forces that shape our daily lives work, particularly within the UK government, but also those in other countries. It will enable you to develop an insight into political beliefs, central to an understanding of the modern world. We don’t always like politicians and the things that governments do... but the business of politics touches every aspect of our lives. And whilst we might criticise governments for some of their policies, it has to be better than having no government at all. Society just wouldn't function without an elected body to decide, say, what taxes will be levied, how those taxes will be spent on things like health and education or how the country will be defended. But no matter whether government makes you feel angry or reassured, it’s worth having knowledge of how the whole process of an elected government works, especially as this course teaches that you can make a difference to society by participating in politics through other, less traditional, methods such as by joining pressure groups, social media campaigns as well as protests.

How is the course structured? During the first year of Government and Politics you’ll study two main themes. In the first half of the year you’ll study ‘People, Politics and Participation’ which introduces issues like how is voting behaviour changing in elections? And do pressure groups strengthen or weaken democracy? In the second half of the year you’ll study ‘ Governing Modern Britain’. This covers issues such as, what is parliament’s role in the UK political system? And do we have a prime ministerial government in the UK? The second year of the course is where you will study global politics (international relations): ‘Structures of Global Politics’: Sovereignty and the nation state, world order, international organisations such as the UN as well as learning about the European Union. Later in the year you will learn about Global Political Issues: War, terrorism, poverty, development, the environment and Human Rights.

How is the course assessed? There are written examinations covering each unit.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE English Language or GCSE History.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? By studying government and politics at CHSF you will experience many opportunities both within and outside of the classroom. We ensure that during the course you will visit parliament on a number of occasions to watch live debates within both the House of Commons and the House of Lords. We also visit parliament to discuss politics with MPs, peers and civil servants to help you to develop an understanding of what their roles actually involve on a day to day basis. We also feel it is very important that our students make links with the government and politics departments of universities. We ensure that our students attend lectures provided by the London School of Economics and we are members of the East London Politics Partnership. Our students also attend politics conferences to help them prepare as thoroughly as possible for their exams.

Where do I go next? If you want to work in local or national government and make a difference to society, this course is a valuable first step. There are other career options as well. Many students who have taken the A Level in Government and Politics go on to study Politics or PPE at university. From there you might become a researcher, join local or national government or even start on the path to become a future Prime minister! But there are other job options too. The skills that you develop on this course can also help you prepare for a career in journalism, marketing and human resources. This course is also very useful for those students who would like to work in the legal profession or the civil service.

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care Why study this subject? This is a vocational course which is the equivalent to 3 A Levels. You will study a range of topics over two years including Developing Effective Communication in Health and Social Care, Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care, and Safeguarding Adults and Promoting Independence. It combines academic study with real experiences in the working world. In addition, you will gain leadership skills and have the opportunity to attend seminars with Health and Social Care professionals such as paramedics, nurses and prison officers. 18 units must be completed to obtain the full qualification. In addition you will also undertake a minimum of 100 hours on work placements during this course.

How is the course structured? The Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care consists of 8 mandatory units plus 4 optional units. Mandatory Units 1. Developing Effective Communication in Health and Social Care 2. Equality, Diversity and Rights in Health and Social Care 3. Health, Safety and Security in Health and Social Care 4. Development through the Life Stages 5. Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care 6. Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care* (100hrs of work experience is included as a part of the unit) 7. Sociological Perspectives for Health and Social Care 8. Psychological Perspectives for Health and Social Care Optional Units 10. Caring for children and young people 11. Safeguarding Adults and Promoting Independence 14. Physiological Disorders 20.Promoting Health Education

How is the course assessed? The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care is equivalent to 3 GCE A levels. You will also study English, Maths and ICT to support your main course and other vocational study skills when appropriate.

Where do I go next? Most students go onto higher education to study a social work, community work, nursing, early years or sociology degree. Others find employment in the Health or Social Care Sector.

level 3 courses History A Level Why study this subject? History is an excellent subject for learning about the reasons why the modern world is as it is. You will build upon skills developed at GCSE, such as the ability to use a variety of sources and own knowledge to make judgements about historical questions. Analytical skills will become increasingly important as the course progresses. The subject enables you to comprehend, analyse and evaluate how the past has been interpreted and represented in different ways and through a range of media such as paintings, films, and museum displays. History encourages us to think critically, to question facts and to develop enquiring minds through independent learning

How is the course structured? This course is undergoing change for first teaching in September 2015 The subject is taught at all three campuses and different units are studied each year. Example units include: Russia in revolution – 1881-1924: Why was the Russian royal family executed in cold blood in July 1918? Britain and the Impact of Liberalism (1902-1918): How could a ‘band of brigands’ then establish control over an entire Empire? How did the First World War destroy Liberalism in Britain? The British Empire Challenged: Britain and the National challenge in India 1900-1947 From Kaiser to Fuhrer: Germany 1900 – 1945 International Relations, 1945-2004: How was a Third World War averted in 1962? To what extent was the Cold War a real conflict, or just something imagined? Japan, China and the West 1870-1970

HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 100% written examination.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade B: GCSE English Language or GCSE History.

What opportunities are available at A Level History? Possible core residential trips on offer at Y12 and 13 include visits to Berlin and Hungary respectively. These trips feed in to your study of your units as well as providing historical context. We also offer revision conferences, day trips to Ypres during the Remembrance season as well as the chance to participate in whole school events. We also like to use sixth form History students to support us with initiatives involving younger pupils; as you move through the Sixth Form, you’ll find this is useful ammunition for a personal statement!

Where do I go next? A Level History is extremely well regarded by all universities and its position as a facilitating subject is putting applications to Higher Education with History on their transcript at an advantage. Former CHSF students have studied History at the Universities of Sussex, SOAS, Leicester and Liverpool. Beyond university, History opens the door to careers in law, finance, the civil service, education and defence.

EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT WHY STUDY THIS SUBJECT? BTECs are industry-led qualifications designed to help you learn more about a particular area of work. As part of the Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT you will discover a range of exciting aspects of ICT that are used in industry. This is a hands on practical course and you will pick up practical skills in areas such as web design, database management, creating digital graphics and installing software and hardware. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of Computer games platforms, computer animation, e-Commerce and technical support in ICT amongst several other exciting units.

HOW IS THE COURSE STRUCTURED? We follow the Edexcel BTEC syllabus. The course is 100% coursework and covers 18 units over a period of 2 years. It is equivalent to 3 A â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Levels if you successfully complete all 18 units.

HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 100% Coursework.

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS? 5 A*-C including Maths or English.

Where do I go next? With the right grades at the end of your two year BTEC course you can apply to university for further study. This could be in a degree related to ICT / Computing or Business. With the practical skills you develop as part of the course you could also look at going straight into the world of work in an IT related field.

level 3 courses ICT A Level Why study this subject? Do you use your computer at home for more than just surfing the net? Do you have the patience to work at a problem until you can solve it? ICT engages the logical and creative parts of your personality. At a technical level, you’ll need to know how information actually gets from wherever it is stored (like a company server) to where it is needed (like a sales person’s mobile phone). But there’s a creative side too. Which, in this case, is how will that information be presented on a tiny phone screen? In today’s world where ICT is constantly changing, individuals will increasingly need technological and information literacy skills that include the ability to gather process and manipulate data. These skills are now essentials as the traditional skills of literacy and numeracy. The impact of ICT on society is enormous and as the percentage of businesses and households connected to communication networks such as the interest grows, so does the need for individuals who can maser and manipulate these new technologies. As well as the rapid development of new technologies that gather, organise and share information, familiar technologies like television, telephone and computers are evolving and being expanded by digitised information causing a convergence of technologies. The course will develop your information management skills and your ability to solve problems using ICT and also consider these issues from an academic, ethical and social point of view. You will also learn how to tackle major project work by designing and producing your own system to solve a substantial ICT problem.

How is the course structured? AS Level – Practical Problem Solving in the Digital World Living in the Digital World A2 Level – The Use of ICT in the Digital World Coursework: Practical Issues Involved in the Use of ICT in the Digital World

How is the course assessed? INFO1 – 50% of AS, 25% of A Level – written exam INFO2 – 50% of AS, 25% of A Level – written exam INFO3 – 30% of A Level – written exam INFO4 – 20% of A Level – coursework

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE English Language.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? Studying ICT at CHSF offers opportunities to work with local businesses to understand and develop a solution to a problem.

Where do I go next? ICT will prepare you for an ever increasing number of courses in higher education including Computing, Software Engineering, Business and Computing or Computer Science. These can in turn lead to carers such as software Engineering, Systems Analysis and ICT Technicians and teaching. ICT skills are always in demand. Some students go in to courses which are unrelated to computing but the skills they have gained are increasingly used to cope with the latest technological advances such as analytical and problem solving skills.

MATHEMATICS A Level Why study this subject? Do you enjoy a challenge? Do you get the buzz of satisfaction in solving a mathematical problem or puzzle? Are you a logical thinker? Do you question how and why things work? Mathematics is one of the great creations of human intelligence; it is the language of the world around us, from science, to technology and engineering. It is essential for architecture and design as well as economics and medicine; even art is heavily influenced by mathematics. If you enjoy mathematics you should certainly consider studying the subject at a higher level. It is a challenging subject, however, and not for the faint hearted.

How is the course structured? You will take six modules: three in Year 12 (C1, C2, S1), and three in Year 13 (C3, C4, M1). Four of these are â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;coreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; maths, similar to the algebra and graph work studied at GCSE, but more advanced. You will study calculus (the maths of change and accumulation, a vital tool for many other subjects), sequences and series, curve sketching, trigonometry, coordinate geometry and several other areas. You will also take one application module each year. We offer statistics (S1) in Year 12, which delves deeper into probability, distributions, and measures of location and spread. In Year 13 you will study mechanics (M1), where you will model trucks pulling cars along motorways and snooker balls colliding on tables, amongst other things.

How is the course assessed? The course is assessed through written examinations. There is no coursework.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade B or above: GCSE Mathematics.

Where do I go next? Your next stop opportunities include higher education and career opportunities in business, engineering, science, architecture and music. Mathematics A Level demonstrates your ability to think logically and solve problems with clarity; which all employers and universities will look favourably upon. Research shows that people with a higher maths qualification tend to earn more!

level 3 courses MEDIA STUDIES A Level Why study this subject? This is a very modern and relevant course, which will allow you to engage with contemporary media through a mixture of theoretical and practical work. Through detailed study of media technologies and issues, you will develop excellent analytical and evaluative skills; at the same time, you will gain practical production experience in areas such as publishing or film. Our specialist facilities will give you access to industry standard software (e.g. Final Cut Pro, Flash, Dreamweaver, Photoshop), preparing you for higher education or work in a wide range of media industries.

How is the course structured? In Media Studies you will analyse a number of different media products, across print, TV, film, the internet and new media technologies (e.g. gaming, podcasting). You will investigate the media organisations behind everyday media texts and the nature of media consumption by different audiences. You will also explore the ways in which media texts manipulate audiences and learn how to use these tools for yourself to produce your own original media products, including the opening sequence for a thriller film and a music video.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade B or above: GCSE English Language or Media Studies.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? You will learn how to use industry standard filming equipment and how to edit film sequences to a professional level. You will have access to two ex-industry professionals who can help you develop your skills in production of visual and audio media to a very high level. The department has strong links with the BFI, the Whitechapel Gallery, Richmix Arts and Queen Mary University and you will have the opportunity to be involved in a range of projects – including photography, video production (students have worked on national and international film projects recently), journalism and helping to organise the ‘Cutting East’ film festival. Our annual ‘Moscars’ awards evening will give you the opportunity to see your work exhibited on the big screen in a London cinema! You will be able to attend trips and study days at the BFI, Richmix and the BBFC, and screenings at the BFI, NFT and iMax.

Where do I go next? How is the course assessed? There are four units in total. Two units are coursework based and are worth 50% in total. These will be assessed by your teachers. The other two units are assessed through 2 exams (one taken in each year), which will be externally assessed.

You can go on to a university degree and a future career in Journalism, Publishing, advertising, marketing, Promotions, Graphic Design, Film, radio or Television Production.

Music A Level Why study this subject? “Where words finish, music begins” quote by Heinrich Heine (December 13, 1797 – February 17, 1856) The OCR Advanced GCE Music course — simple in design but comprehensive — is intended to be stimulating and enriching for students and teachers alike. At both AS and A2, students experience all three main musical disciplines of performing, composing and listening and understanding. You will develop your performance skills (solo and/or ensemble), compose music and learn about harmony (the basics at AS and stylistic studies at A2). You will build up your aural and analytical skills by studying music from 1600-1750. Students will develop performance skills (solo and/or ensemble), compose music and learn about harmony (the basics at AS and stylistic studies at A2). You will build up aural and analytical skills by studying set works and wider listening.

How is the course assessed? Assessment will be through a mixture of performances, compositions, portfolio work and written / aural exams.

What are the Entry Requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade B or above: GCSE Music or be proficient on an instrument to a grade 5 level or similar.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose the course? All students have the opportunity to take part in free weekly instrumental tuition, join one of the many instrumental ensembles and perform on a regular basis at Morpeth and in other prestigious venues. Partnerships include Barbican, Guildhall School of Music and Drama, Serious, THAMES, CM, Richmix, Drumworks, Musical Futures and Cambridge University. Students have been involved in projects in South Africa, New York and most recently in The Hague as well as working with numerous institutions in the UK.

Where do I go next? The full GCE course (AS plus A2) is excellent preparation for higher education courses in music, but is equally valuable for non-specialists as a third area of study. The AS units alone can offer a broad and satisfying experience for those who want to conclude their musical studies at this point.

level 3 courses EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Performance) Why study this subject? You will develop skills and gain confidence in performing in a wide range of musical styles and develop musical parts and materials using a variety of different resources including recordings and notations. You will develop specific skills of individual and band rehearsing, arranging and preparing for performances as well as how to perform effectively to an audience. You will develop listening skills and the ability to recognise, interpret and comment on musical elements such as pitch, rhythm, chord types and progressions, harmony and tonality.

How is the course structured? The course lasts for two years and over that period of time, you will complete 6 units which will help you obtain a Subsidiary Diploma (equivalent to 1 A-Level). The units cover a wide range of topics from performance to improvising, looking at popular music styles and how they are used at home and abroad.

How is the Course assessed? 100% coursework. You will submit your work either through your work blog or by video/audio recordings of your performances.

What are the entry requirements? To study Music performance you will need a C grade for GCSE English, plus a C grade (or Pass for BTEC) in Music or Music Technology.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? All students have the opportunity to take part in free weekly instrumental tuition, join one of the many instrumental ensembles and perform on a regular basis at Morpeth and in other prestigious venues. Partnerships include Barbican, Guildhall School of Music and Drama, Serious, THAMES, CM, Richmix, Drumworks, Musical Futures and Cambridge University. Students have been involved in projects in South Africa, New York and most recently in The Hague as well as working with numerous institutions in the UK.

Where do I go next? This course provides excellent preparation for higher education courses in music performance at university. Students will gain a wide range of knowledge and experience to embark on careers in performance and session recording.

Music Technology A Level Why study this subject ? Music technology plays a key role in music across the world. Whether or not you play a traditional instrument, you will be encouraged to explore your musicality and create original materials using technology. Music technology, like other forms of technology, advances rapidly. You will be able to embrace recent developments in the field. Music Technology involves much practical work and encourages the cultivation of a wide range of skills. You will have opportunities to: sequence MIDI, sequence audio, record live instruments, produce CDs, compose using music technology. You will have opportunities to build understanding of the technical processes and principles that underpin effective use of music technology, and comment on it in writing.

How is the course structured? You will learn and use a variety of music and music technology skills in order to complete this unit. MIDI sequencing and multi-track recording as well as arranging skills are all key components assessed through the practical work carried out. You must complete three tasks, which together make the music Technology Portfolio 1: Task 1A: Sequenced Realised Performance Task 1B: Multi-track Recording Task 1C: Creative Sequenced Arrangement You will also submit a logbook that will provide information on the resources used in each task as well as assessed questions on the creative sequenced arrangement.

How is the course assessed? You will be assessed on your audio CD which will contain three tracks of work as specified in the three tasks above and your logbook. The logbook will detail equipment used and be used to answer two assessed questions on your creative sequenced arrangement.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE Music or an equivalent musical qualification. If you have not taken GCSE Music but have extensive experience in this subject, this will be accepted as an alternative.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose the course? All students have the opportunity to take part in free weekly instrumental tuition, join one of the many instrumental ensembles and perform on a regular basis at Morpeth and in other prestigious venues. In the past few years students have visited various recording studios, taken part in a music production project with BFI, Portman Gallery Sound Installation Project and have unlimited use of state of the art recording facilities at Morpeth. A new link with the Guildhall School of Music and Drama is currently being established, which will focus on a Creative Hub across various arts disciplines linking to courses at Degree Level.

Where do I go next? There are many important opportunities in higher education, and many career possibilities for those proficient in handling music technology. GCE in Music Technology has been widely accepted by higher education. Music technology careers could include work as a: Sound Engineer, Record Producer or Teacher.

level 3 courses Photography A Level Why study this subject? Photography crosses subject bounders and ignores rules; it challenges preconceptions and encourages personal enquiry. It is linked closely with fine art yet often overlaps with media and mass communication. You will be challenged to think, question, experiment and innovate. There are opportunities to develop new skills and forms of communication but the subject is primarily about making photographic imagery, developing personal ideas and utilizing every student’s passion for photography.

How is the course structured? Students will be encouraged to experiment with a wide variety of image making, methods and techniques as they develop their creative thinking. You will need to be reflective and analytical in your thinking, making informed decisions about medium, composition and subject content of your images. You will also need to analyse the work and concepts behind contemporary/historical art and photography practice. Traditional black and white photography processes will be a major part of the course, balanced with some digital image making, image manipulation and animation. The Art and Photography Department has a team of experienced and knowledgeable teachers who will nurture and encourage risk taking and experimentation. There is the opportunity to work with an academic writing mentor to support critical and analytical writing skills.

How is the course assessed? Throughout the course you will be encouraged to take part in a dialogue with your teachers and peers to review and evaluate your development. There will be some formal assessments throughout the course. At the end of the course you will have an externally set assignment and the work produced will be exhibited with your coursework. Your coursework and timed test will be marked separately, to the exam board criteria. These marks are externally moderated and the exam board translate them into a grade.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE Art and Design or GCSE Photography.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? Within the Art and Photography Department we have a range of great facilities. Our classrooms are well-resourced and stimulating places in which to work. Students have access to a suite of mac computers, both analogue and digital cameras and I.T support for film and recording. There are two darkrooms for printing film and a small studio area and lights for creating set ups to photograph. There are regular trips to galleries (The Tate Galleries, Saatchi Gallery, The Photographer’s Gallery, the media space at the Science Museum and the V and A Museum). The school has a public gallery called The Portman Gallery that gives an opportunity for students to work with practicing artists and participate in workshops. This contact gives a very valuable insight into the art and photography world and the possibilities it offers as an area for further study and work. We have links with the University of the Arts and also visit degree shows e.g. St Martins and Brighton University. There is an opportunity for students to be mentored by artists as part of the UAL Widening Participation scheme. Students exhibit their work in our gallery space and have regular group critiques to encourage dialogue and develop confidence in discussing ideas.

Where do I go next? You can go on to Art College or University to study for a BA Degree in a range of art based subjects. You are usually asked to complete a one year Foundation Course, which is a general art and design course that prepares you for the more specialised areas of a degree course. Photography ‘A’ level will prepare you to study on a range of courses and work within the creative industries in such areas as advertising, animation, computer game designing, architecture, film making, publishing and the media.

Physics A Level Why study this subject? Physics is the science dealing with the fundamental constituents of the universe. Physics is a versatile subject; in combination with maths and other sciences. You will be able to take up a very wide range of higher education courses. Those intending to study medicine frequently take Physics and the subject also combines well with maths, chemistry and biology.

How is the course structured? As it stands the course is made up of 6 units across AS and A2. Although changes will be made to the structure and content of A Level examinations generally, we are not expecting many changes to the content of A Level Physics, rather just to the way it is assessed. The course is divided into physics topics, each containing different key concepts. The topics that are currently covered are: • Unit 1: Mechanics • Unit 2: Electron, Waves and Photons • Unit 3: Practical skills in Physics 1 • Unit 4: The Newtonian World • Unit 5: Fields, Particles and Frontiers of Physics • Unit 6: Practical skills in Physics 2

How is the course assessed? All units will be assessed through written examination except for the practical skills units which will be assessed internally.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and one or more of the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE Physics or Additional Science.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? This is an exciting time for Physics. The world’s largest and most expensive experiments are advancing our understanding of the Universe at a rate previously undreamed of. Students will be supported outside of lessons by our science graduate subject mentors. The course involves a residential visit to CERN in Geneva, home of the Large Hadron Collider.

Where do I go next? A Level Physics is a highly regarded qualification and often a prerequisite for many science, mathematics and Engineering degree courses. It is also frequently required for entry into such career fields as Electronics, Aviation, Computing, Engineering and the Services. Those intending to study medicine frequently take Physics and the subject also combines well with Biology.

level 3 courses Product Design (3D) A Level Why study this subject? Think about the objects that you love. Your mobile phone with its delicious curves was designed on a computer screen; the car you yearn for started life as a reduced size clay model; that building on the corner that you admire sprang into life from the drawing board of an architect. These are not new phenomena. Our fascination with 3D design goes back to flint arrow heads and earthenware pots. As a 3D designer you will be at the crossroads of a number of skills. Of course you need to be creative in order to visualise and imagine the shape and function of the object. But you will also need to know about manufacturing processes, materials and marketing. This course will provide you with opportunities to learn and develop important skills in order to prepare you for your future in the world of design or in the engineering industry.

How will I be assessed? At AS level pupils will be studying two units: • Unit 1: (PROD1) Materials, Components and Application • Unit 2: (PROD2) Learning Through Designing and Making At A2, students are provided with the opportunity to further develop the knowledge and practical skills from AS. A2 Students will continue to develop a body of coursework alongside an understanding of the processes and procedures of commercial production and manufacture: • Unit 3: (PROD3) Design and Manufacture • Unit 4: (PROD4) Design and Making Practice

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade B or above: GCSE English Language.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? While studying Product Design (3D) you will be exposed to numerous opportunities to acquire new skills and enhance your subject knowledge. Pupils will be allowed to choose their own design area to focus on. You can choose to design and make anything from a customised mood lamp to a detailed model of a new skyscraper. Visits to world famous Design Museum will enable you to appreciate and analyse work from some of the famous designers around the world. You will also have the opportunity to attend design related workshops. Addition to that, students studying Product Design will be encouraged to take part in local and regional design competitions. Trips to prestigious universities with specialisms in design and engineering will also be run to help you plan your further study.

Where do I go next? Product designers have a huge influence on the form, function and style of many of the objects we use in our daily lives – everything from kettles to telephones to televisions – as well as creating much more specialist products, such as medical equipment. You could go on to study Automotive Design, Model Making, Product Design Management, Product Design Innovation, Product Design Engineering, and Furniture Design at universities or as an apprentice.

PSYCHOLOGY A Level (Morpeth)

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course?

A Level Psychology will have a changed assessment structure for first teaching in September 2015. All units cover the essential elements of Psychology. The topics covered include: • UNIT 1: Social and Cognitive Approaches – Learners become familiar with techniques for analysing and collecting data including sampling, interviews, questionnaires and the ethics concerned with these, Milgram’s studies of obedience and two other studies, one key issue and two practicals – a survey and an experiment. • UNIT 2: Psychodynamic, Biological and Learning Approaches – Learners build knowledge and understanding of the work of Freud, twin studies, gender development and conditioning studies. There will be a practical in each unit. • UNIT 3: Pupils will study two applications – Criminology and Child. • UNIT 4: Pupils will study Clinical Psychology and Issues and Debates.

Each year there are a range of student conferences to attend which are run by eminent psychologists, authors, examiners and other psychology professionals. Ali Ghalib, ex-examiner and author comes in to run student workshops where the focus is on exam technique and successful revision strategies. Students always find Ali’s input to be invaluable. The Criminology Conference has proven extremely popular and has given students the opportunity to find out about serial killers, how the law works, applying to study criminology at university and the history of prisons and rehabilitation. The Science and Pseudoscience Conference has allowed pupils time to consider the scientific nature of psychology as compared to pseudoscience. The psychology Department regularly has student mentors from the University of Westminster working in our classes; this is a great opportunity for you to find out more about university life. Goldsmiths University offer Inlab Internship days whereby students can visit the psychology department and participate in a range of lectures and activities, as well as being part of ongoing psychological research. Students at Cambridge Heath have also been awarded places on the prestigious Insight into University Program at Bristol University which will take place over the summer. The Psychology Department is always on the lookout for local opportunities to see psychology in the real world; last year we went to see 12 Angry Men at the Garrick Theatre which tied in with our studies on the reliability of eyewitness testimony. In September we are going to see The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nightime, which fits in with our AS and A2 studies on understanding the lifelong developmental disorder autism. Currently the Science Museum has an exhibition entitled Mind Maps: Stories from psychology which we are encouraging all our pupils to see in order to gain an insight into the history of the treatment of mental health conditions.

How is the course assessed?

Where do I go next?

All are assessed by written exams.

Some careers require you to have a Psychology degree. However a Psychology A Level or degree would be beneficial in the following areas of work: Marketing, Nursing, Advertising, Social Work, Teaching, Personnel, Careers guidance and Public services.

Why study this subject? Psychology is the study of people, how they act, react and interact. It is concerned with thoughts, feelings, motivations and underlying causes of behaviour such as biological and psychological explanations. Psychology is one of the fastest growing A Levels in the country. This course lays an appropriate foundation for further study of Psychology or related subjects in higher education.

How is the course structured?

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade B or above: GCSE English Language

level 3 courses PSYCHOLOGY A Level (Swanlea) Why study this subject? Psychology is the study of people, how they act, react and interact. It is concerned with thoughts, feelings, motivations and underlying causes of behaviour such as biological and psychological explanations. Psychology is one of the fastest growing A Levels in the country. This course lays an appropriate foundation for further study of Psychology or related subjects in higher education.

How is the course structured? This course made up of 2 units for AS and 2 for A2. All units in this course cover the essential elements of Psychology. For AS the topics that will be covered include: UNIT 1: • Cognitive Psychology (Memory) concerns the study of mental processes, for example, how people think and learn. Topics covered include: how memory works, factors affecting the accuracy of memory and strategies for memory improvement. • Developmental Psychology – involves the study of how individuals change over time. Attention centres on childhood and adolescence due to the high degree of development occurring during those years. • Research methods – Research methods are the means by which psychologists construct and test theories concerning the mind and behaviour. You will learn about the several research methods in psychology including their advantages and disadvantages. UNIT 2: • Social Psychology: We will look at social influence; how we affect and are affected by others. Conformity, obedience to authority and ways in which people resist social pressures to conform and obey will be studied. • Biological psychology: Stress is focused upon, in particular the body’s reaction to threatening stimuli and methods of dealing with stressors. • Abnormality: The various definitions of abnormality and the explanations and treatments of abnormality are studied. For A2 the topics that will be covered include: UNIT 3 • Pupils will study Eating behaviours, Relationships and Aggression. UNIT 4 • Pupils will study Research methods, Media Psychology and Depression.

How is the course assessed? AS 1 – Cognitive, Developmental and Research Methods – 50% AS 2 – Social, Stress and Abnormality – 50% A2 1 – Eating behaviours, Relationships and Aggression – 50% A2 2 – Research Methods, Media Psychology and Depression – 50%

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade B or above: GCSE English Language

Where do I go next? Some careers require you to have a Psychology degree. However a Psychology A Level or degree would be beneficial in the following areas of work: Marketing, Nursing, Advertising, Social Work, Teaching, Personnel, Careers guidance and Public services.

RELIGIOUS STUDIES (Philosophy & Ethics) A Level Why study this subject? “It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.” Aristotle 3rd Century BC Ever since humankind started to think, religion has been a fundamental part of our development. As people look into the vastness of space or witness the miracle of birth, they contemplate the meaning of life and their own existence. Ultimate questions regarding our intrinsic worth and purpose are raised at every trial and difficulty, reminding us that we are human. In the 21st Century, religion still addresses the same eternal questions about life and death, values and relationships, and right and wrong. Religious Studies is an inclusive subject designed for people of any faith or no faith. It is not necessary to have taken Religious Studies at GCSE, although students who have a GCSE will find that the A level builds on their knowledge, understanding and skills. All that is required is a desire to find out more about religion, faith and their role in people’s lives. The course encourages students to develop their interest in a study of religion and its relation to the wider world adopt an enquiring, critical and reflective approach to the study of religion reflect on and develop their own values, opinion and attitudes to issues facing all of us today. Religious Studies is one of the fastest growing subjects. This is partly because it is compatible with and has a similar skills base to subjects such as English, History, Sociology, Philosophy and Government and Politics. It also combines well with scientific subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Psychology as it raises ethical issues about the right and wrong of many issues connected to them.

How is the course constructed? In the first year two units are studied; Philosophy of Religion and Ethical Theories. In the second year students study Ethics in greater detail and a synoptic study of human experience. These are examined by written exams.

How is the course assessed? The course is 100% examined. The exams are written, and essay based. There are two assessment objectives which test your ability in the subject. AO1 tests your knowledge and understanding of the theories, AO2 tests your evaluative skills. The timing in the exams is very tight, so good essay writing skills are essential.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade B or above: GCSE English Language.

What opportunities will be available to me if I choose this subject? The Religious Studies department aims to give our students a wide variety of experiences to enrich their learning in this subject. We have brought a huge variety of speakers in to run sessions with our classes, including aid workers from Afghanistan, University lecturers to speak about Islam and Post-modernism, Philosophy students, leaders of local faith communities and teachers from other departments in the school. We have also taken groups on a variety of trips, including visits to art exhibitions, museums, religious buildings, the Inclusive Mosque Initiative, London School of Economics discussions and SOAS university Master classes in Religious Studies. Students who study with us have many opportunities to become involved with the wider college community. Philosophy and Ethics students have visited the Amnesty International HQ and set up a group in the college. Philosophy and Ethics students have also been involved with school wide anti-bullying initiatives. Many of them have also gone on to be trained as Mindful Mental Health Mentors.

Where do I go next? The skills that you will learn and develop in religious Studies will be useful to you in any number of careers; teaching, youth work, journalism, the civil service, medicine and Law. Religious Studies ‘A’ Level is looked upon favourably by all higher Education institutions. You will develop skills of investigation, analysis, interpretation, evaluation, communication, debate and empathy.

level 3 courses Sociology A Level Why study this subject? Sociology is an immensely challenging and exciting discipline. Its aim is to understand how societies work. It investigates the structures and cultures of different societies throughout the world and throughout history. When you study sociology you will acquire the knowledge and skills to analyse society in the United Kingdom in the 21st century. You will also gain an understanding of the theories and concepts which form a key part of the current debate about contemporary society and the critical changes taking place. Sociology will certainly help you to help make sense of your own experiences in society. It can give you new ways of seeing the social world around you. You will also develop the necessary Skills to enable you to assess different views and reach conclusions about society, based on a careful consideration of evidence

How is the course assessed? All units are externally assessed. There is no coursework in Sociology. However, it is a highly demanding literacy based subject with students being expected to complete an essay every two weeks.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade B or above: GCSE English Language.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? There are many opportunities on the sociology A Level course. We have links with a school in Uganda whom we will interact with for the topic â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Global developmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. There is also the chance to attend lunchtime lectures where there are links to the course. We attend cinema trips when relevant to the course.

How is the course structured? This course offers candidates the opportunity of developing the essential knowledge and understanding of central aspects of sociological thought and methods. It is designed to encourage candidates to demonstrate the application of a range of skills and consider the integration of sociological themes: Exploring socialisation, culture and identity, Topics in socialisation, culture and identity Candidates will acquire knowledge of contemporary social processes and social changes. Candidates will be encouraged to develop their own social awareness through active engagement with the contemporary social world. In the second year you will continue to focus on contemporary society but demonstrate a wider range and greater depth of knowledge and understanding and more highly developed skills of application, analysis, interpretation and evaluation. The themes are Beliefs in Society; Global Development; mass media; Power and Politics and Crime and Deviance with Theory and methods; Stratification and Differentiation with Theory and methods

Where do I go next? Sociology is a highly valued course and prepares students for a variety of courses in higher education such as: Law, Journalism, Social Work, Market research, human resources, Criminology, Teaching.

SPANISH A level Why study this subject? Travel – so the saying goes –broadens the mind, and never more so than when you can speak the language. That way you’ll be able to find out what the local people are thinking, how they live... and how their culture really works. This course has been designed to give you a profound understanding of the language. Not only will you know more about the mechanics of the language – like grammar and vocabulary – but also about how people live and use language on a day to day basis.

How is the course structured? In the first year you’ll study four topics. These are media, popular culture, healthy Living/Lifestyle and Family/ relationships. These build on what you have studied at GCSE and cover a wide range of interesting and engaging issues. The common thread amongst these is discovering how people speak at a personal level, and what their individual views are on these everyday topics. In the second year you’ll have another four topics – Environment, the multicultural Society, Contemporary Social Issues... plus you choose two of five cultural topics for in depth study.

How is the course assessed? In the first year your assessment is in two parts. There is a two hour exam which includes listening, reading and writing. This accounts for 70% of your marks for the year. Then there is a 15 minute speaking test. This accounts for 30% of your marks for the year. The second year is very similar. The listening, reading and writing exam lasts for 2.5 hours and accounts for 70% of your marks for the year. Then, as in year one, the speaking test lasts 15 minutes and accounts for 30% of your marks for the year.

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subject at grade B or above: GCSE Spanish.

Where do I go next? Apart from being beneficial at a personal level, your A Level in Spanish can help with quite a few career paths. For those who want to specialise in Spanish, there is translation or teaching. Or maybe you want to work in the travel and tourism industry. But even as an engineer or designer, being proficient in a language will give you broader career options.

level 3 courses edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport Why study this subject? The BTEC Sport course is aimed at students who wish to pursue a career within the sports industry. The course is 100% sport and involves a range of theory and practical based learning. The course is vocational in nature and aims to prepare students for work within the sports industry or for higher education at University.

How is the course structured? The course is a two year course which is equivalent to 3 A Levels. During the first year, students will be required to complete nine units, leading to 1.5 A Levels. In the following year they will complete the final nine units leading to the full 3 Levels. All students will complete the following units during the course; • Unit 1 – Principles of Anatomy & Physiology • Unit 2 – The Physiology of Fitness • Unit 3 – Assessing Risk in Sport • Unit 4 – Fitness Training & Programming • Unit 5 – Sports Coaching • Unit 6 – Sports Development • Unit 7 – Fitness Testing for Sport & Exercise • Unit 9 – Practical Individual Sports • Unit 11 – Sports Nutrition • Unit 12 – Current Issues in Sport • Unit 17 – Psychology of Sport Performance • Unit 18 –Sport Injuries • Unit 19 – Analysis of Sports Performance • Unit 21 – Sports Massage • Unit 23 – Organising Sports Events • Unit 26 – Work Experience in Sport

How is the Course assessed? The course is assessed through a variety of methods aiming to cater to a broad range of students learning styles and needs. Written assignments and reports, video and verbal presentations, practical demonstrations of skills such as coaching and personal training sessions, consultations, and multiple choice tests are all ways in which assessment can take place.

What are the entry requirements? You must achieve 5 GCSEs or equivalent at Grade C or above including English Language or Maths with a C in English and a D in Maths or a D in English and a C in Maths. You must also achieve a C grade in GCSE Physical Education or BTEC Level 2 Sport at Merit or above.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? The course aims to offer students a broad variety of the different areas found within sport. Alongside the units which will be studied, students will have the opportunity to complement their course by completing a variety of coaching qualifications and awards such as; • Football level one • Football level two • Basketball level one • Badminton level one • Table tennis level one • Gym instructing level two • Football refereeing award. Students will also develop their leadership skills through assisting in the running of school sports teams and fixtures, mentoring younger BTEC students and assisting teachers in PE lessons as a sports coach. All students will complete work experience in a school or sports centre. Through links with Brunel and St Mary’s University, students will visit Sports laboratories to assist in completing some of the units. Moreover, students will have the opportunity to complete their work experience in a variety of sectors including West Ham United in the Community, UEL, local secondary schools, Fulham F.C and Virgin Active. Annual trips include the Ski trip to Austria and Outdoor Adventure weekend to Bude where students learn a number of activities including surfing and rock climbing. Regular sports fixtures and training led by fully qualified sports coaches will also be on offer to students of the BTEC in Sport.

Where do I go next? University to study Sports Science, Physical Education, Sports Therapy, Strength and Conditioning, Sports Massage, Sports Psychology, Nutrition, Sports Studies, Sports Development, and Sports Coaching. Students may also advance straight into full time employment through Coaching, Gym Instructing, Personal Training, Sports Development and within the Leisure Industry.

Textile Design A Level Why study this subject? A Level Textile Design is a dynamic and exciting subject area that will appeal to students who are interested in fashion, textiles, costume and interiors. This course enables you to develop your creativity in textiles and fashion, allowing you to experiment with many different processes such as freehand machine embroidery and fabric printing, whilst building a portfolio of work that will enable you develop your skills as a designer.

How is the course structured? The course is 100% coursework, consisting of two units at AS and two units at A2. AS Level Unit 1, ‘Coursework Portfolio’ – portfolio of practical work 30% AS Level Unit 2 ‘Controlled Assignment’ 20% – externally set 8 hour practical work A2 Level Unit 3 ‘Personal Investigation’ 30% – portfolio of practical work plus 1000 word essay A2 Level Unit 4 ‘Controlled Assignment’ 20% – externally set 12 hour practical work

What are the entry requirements? General entry requirements and the following facilitating subjects at grade B or above: GCSE Textiles or GCSE Art.

What opportunities will be on offer to me if I choose this course? A Level Textiles combines effectively with other subject areas and enables students to apply for a range of degree subjects. There will be opportunities to specialise in this wide ranging subject area and you will have the chance to produce outcomes in an area that interests you. We study cutting-edge designers and organise trips to see current exhibitions at the UK’s most exciting galleries. Whenever possible we try to get involved in a live brief that enables students to get a feel for working in the industry. We will be holding an annual fashion show that showcases and celebrates the creative abilities of A-level Textile Design students. We also offer many specialist lunchtime, after school and Saturday workshops to broaden practical skills.

Where do I go next? Students choose to study Textile Design at A-level for many reasons. They may have a particular career path they wish to follow, such as Fashion Designer, Fashion Buyer, Textile Designer, Interior Designer, Fashion Magazine editor, Stylist, or any aspect of the creative industries. Many students choose A-level Textile Design because they enjoy the subject and it offers a welcome balance with their other A-level subjects.

level 2 courses Edexcel BTEC Level 2 HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE DIPLOMA Why study this subject? The Edexcel BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care Development teaches you about the work, values, attributes and attitudes of the • health • children and young people • justice • care Sectors which support individuals, families, groups, communities and society. It will introduce you to the range of rewarding career opportunities that exist across the four sectors. It also builds life skills that will benefit you in your future studies and employment. It will give you a wide range of transferable skills that will be welcomed by colleges and employers.

How is the course structured? You will study a broad range of units designed to provide you with an understanding of the fundamentals of social and health care. You will study units in: • Principles, Values & Personal Development • Needs & Preferences • Working Together & Communicating • Antisocial & Offending Behaviour • Safeguarding & Protecting Individuals • Supporting Children & Young People • Growth, Development & Healthy Living • Patient Centred Health • The Social Model of Disability

ENGLISH AND MATHS GCSE You will also study for English and Maths GCSE.

How is the course assessed? You will be expected to: • complete successfully all of the units above. These will largely be coursework based but there will also be an element of external assessment.

What are the entry requirements? 5 A*–E GCSE grades including English and Maths and an interest in the subject.

Where do I go next? You may want to progress from the Edexcel BTEC Diploma in Heath and Social Care into more advance courses in Further Education or by going into employment. Taking this diploma does not mean that you have to pursue a career in health or social care.

Entry Requirements for all Level 2 Courses: 5 A*–E GCSE grades including English and Maths and an interest in the subject.

Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Diploma in ICT Why study this subject?

How is the course assessed? You will be expected to: successfully complete all of the 7 units above. These will largely be coursework based but there will also be an external examination for one unit.

The ICT Higher Diploma is a new and exciting course which will explore how technology influences the way we live. You will learn how to deliver projects and create ICT solutions to meet real business problems. Students will use up to date technology and work closely with ICT professionals in business.

What are the entry requirements?

How is the course structured?

You may progress onto a level 3 Diploma course in Business or ICT.

You will study units in: • Unit 1 The Potential of Technology • Unit 2 Exploring Organisations • Unit 3 Effective Communication • Unit 4 Skills for Innovation • Unit 5 Technology Systems • Unit 6 Multimedia • Unit 7 Managing Projects • Literacy and Numeracy ENGLISH AND MATHS GCSE You will also study for English and Maths GCSE.

5 A*-E GCSE grades including English and Maths and an interest in the subject.

Where do I go next?

level 2 courses ENGLISH & MATHEMATICS GCSE RETAKES Why study one of these subjects? All students who do not have a GCSE at grade C in English and Maths must continue to study these subjects. This is compulsory. Some students wish to improve their grades beyond grade C. The opportunity to retake in these circumstances is at the discretion of the campus where the student is based.

What are the entry requirements? All students are expected to retake GCSE English and Maths if they do not have a grade C.

Where will the teaching take place? The lessons for English and Mathematics GCSE retakes will take place at the campus where you are based.

Foundation Learning Pathway FOUNDATION LEARNING PATHWAY Why study this subject? The Foundation Learning Tier will give you a progression pathway to independent living, further study and employment. The course will include vocational and subject-based learning, personal and social development, and basic key skills. It includes a range of units and qualifications designed to support you in making the transition between secondary school and the wider world of independent living and employment.

How is the course structured? Skill areas to be covered will include: • Skills for developing your self-knowledge or self-awareness, e.g. the skills of finding out your strengths and weaknesses in a given area; of knowing your own limits, or setting your own personal goals. • Interactive skills, e.g. skills you use when dealing with others; for example, self-expression, talking clearly, interpreting other people’s motives, selfassertiveness, resisting group pressure, listening, or using the telephone. • Problem-solving skills, e.g. skills you might need to deal with difficult issues or situations; such as finding information, filling in forms, making decisions, making long-term plans about work, leisure or family life. You will also take further English, Maths and ICT qualifications. Alongside this you could also spend some time following a vocational course at another institution if you wanted to.

How is the course assessed? Most of your work will be assessed by portfolio/coursework but some qualifications may require you to take a short skills test.

What are the entry requirements? A commitment to completing the course and to continued study and personal development.

Where do I go next? You will be able to progress onto a range of vocational courses at a sixth form college or go into employment.

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