Brompton Academy Sixth Form Options Directory by Cleverbox UK Ltd

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options 2016/2017

Welcome to Franklin Sixth Form

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Contents

GENERAL INFORMATION................... 3

HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE................... 18

ART, CRAFT AND DESIGN................... 6

HISTORY......................................... 19

BIOLOGY.......................................... 7

IT................................................... 20

BUSINESS STUDIES............................ 8

MATHS........................................... 21

CERTIFICATE of ENTERPRISE, EMPLOYABILITY AND PERSONAL FINANCE ......................................... 9

MEDIA............................................ 22

CHEMISTRY..................................... 10

PERFORMING ARTS.......................... 24

CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION........ 11

PHOTOGRAPHY.............................. 25

DANCE.......................................... 12

PHYSICS......................................... 26

ENGLISH LITERATURE........................ 13

PSYCHOLOGY................................ 27

EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION.... 14

SCIENCE........................................ 28

FINANCE........................................ 15

SOCIOLOGY................................... 29

FOOTBALL ACADEMY (SPORT)........... 16

SPORT............................................ 30

GEOGRAPHY.................................. 17

MUSIC............................................ 23

general information SIXTH FORM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY

To enter the Franklin Sixth Form students must meet the specific entry requirements of the chosen courses and also the general requirements as set out below.

Entry to the Performing Arts Academy is subject to successfully passing a practical, skills based audition in addition to the academic entry requirements for studying BTEC subjects. Students must commit to earning a Dance Leaders or LAMDA qualification during elective time after school in order to participate in the Performing Arts Academy.

PATHWAY 1 – A LEVEL SUBJECTS (3 SUBJECTS) Students must achieve at least 5 A*– C grades in GCSE subjects, to include English and Maths. Subject specific requirements also apply (see individual subjects for specific entry requirements).

PATHWAY 1A – A LEVEL SUBJECTS (4 SUBJECTS) Students considering undertaking four subjects must meet and agree this with either Ms Robertson or Mr Greenwood before submitting their option choices.

PATHWAY 2 – BTEC SUBJECTS Students must achieve at least 5 A*– E grades at GCSE, to include English and Maths.

FOOTBALL ACADEMY Entry to the Football Academy is subject to successfully passing a practical, skills based trial in addition to the academic entry requirements for studying BTEC subjects.

MUSIC BTEC, ART AS AND PHOTOGRAPHY AS Entry to these subjects is subject to successful submission of a portfolio of work (Art/Photography) or an audition (Music/ Performing Arts). In extenuating circumstances where entry requirements have not been met, individual cases will be considered on a case by case basis.

YEAR 11 – SIXTH FORM TRANSITION In order to progress into Franklin Sixth Form all applicants must attend the ‘Transition Week’ in July 2016. This will give you a taster of the subjects you have opted for and the expectations we have of you as sixth form learners. For further information on any course detailed in this guide or any other queries regarding Franklin Sixth Form please contact jenniferrobertson@bromptonacademy.org.uk or telephone: 01634 852341.

general information COURSE ART, CRAFT AND DESIGN

LEVEL AS

B grade in GCSE Art or merit in BTEC Art or submission of portfolio

A LEVEL

B grade in GCSE Art or merit in BTEC Art or submission of portfolio

B grade in GCSE Science and Additional Science or in GCSE Biology, grade B in English and Maths

A LEVEL

B grade in GCSE Science and Additional Science or in GCSE Biology, grade B in English and Maths

BIOLOGY

BUSINESS STUDIES CERTIFICATE OF ENTERPRISE, EMPLOYABILITY AND PERSONAL FINANCE

CERTIFICATE SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE

DANCE ENGLISH LITERATURE EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION

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FINANCE

FOOTBALL ACADEMY (SPORT) GEOGRAPHY

Pass at Certificate level 5 A*– E GCSE to include English and Maths B grade in GCSE Science and Additional Science or in GCSE Biology, grade B in English and Maths

A LEVEL

B grade in GCSE Science and Additional Science or in GCSE Biology, grade B in English and Maths

CERTIFICATE

Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in the related subject area

SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA

Pass at Certificate level

B grade in GCSE Dance or Merit in BTEC Dance/Performing Arts

A LEVEL

B grade in GCSE Dance or Merit in BTEC Dance/Performing Arts

B grade in GCSE English

A LEVEL

B grade in GCSE English

OTHER

5 A*– C GCSE to include English and Maths

CERTIFICATE DIPLOMA SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA DIPLOMA AS A LEVEL

HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in related subject area

AS CHEMISTRY CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

CERTIFICATE SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA

C grade in GCSE English and Maths Pass at Certificate level Students will need to successfully pass a football trial Pass in Football Academy Year 1 It is desirable, but not essential that students have studied Geography at GCSE level, B grade in GCSE English and Maths Pass in AS Geography Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in related subject area Pass at Certificate level

It is desirable, but not essential that students have studied History at GCSE level, B in GCSE English

A LEVEL

It is desirable, but not essential that students have studied History at GCSE level, B in GCSE English

HISTORY

COURSE IT MATHS

LEVEL CERTIFICATE SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA AS A LEVEL AS

MEDIA A LEVEL MUSIC

CERTIFICATE SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE

PERFORMING ARTS

SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA DIPLOMA

PHOTOGRAPHY

AS A LEVEL

Pass at Certificate level B grade in GCSE Maths Pass in AS Maths It is desirable, but not essential that students have studied Media at GCSE level. B grade in GCSE English It is desirable, but not essential that students have studied Media at GCSE level. B grade in GCSE English Students will need to successfully pass an audition Pass at Certificate level Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in related subject area, subject to a successful audition Pass at Certificate level or subject to a successful audition for Performing Arts Academy Pass at Subsidiary Diploma level B grade in GCSE Art or Merit in BTEC Art or submission of portfolio B grade in GCSE Art or Merit in BTEC Art or submission of portfolio B grade in GCSE Science and Additional Science or in GCSE Biology, grade B in English and Maths

A LEVEL

B grade in GCSE Science and Additional Science or in GCSE Biology, grade B in English and Maths

B grade in English and Maths, C grade or Merit in Science. If students have studied GCSE Psychology, then a C grade is required.

A LEVEL

B grade in English and Maths, C grade or Merit in Science. If students have studied GCSE Psychology, then a C grade is required.

CERTIFICATE

D grade or above in GCSE Science A AND GCSE Additional Science, or have a C grade in GCSE Science A (without Additional Science) or have achieved at least a Distinction in the Level 2 BTEC Principles of Applied Science, C grade in GCSE English and Maths

psychology

AS SOCIOLOGY

SPORT

Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in a related subject area

AS physics

SCIENCE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

It is desirable, but not essential that students have studied Sociology at GCSE level, B in GCSE English

A LEVEL

It is desirable, but not essential that students have studied Sociology at GCSE level, B in GCSE English

CERTIFICATE

Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in related subject area

SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA

Pass at Certificate level

ART, CRAFT AND DESIGN AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

B grade in GCSE Art or merit in BTEC Art or submission of portfolio.

COURSE DESCRIPTION Candidates will be introduced to a variety of experiences exploring a range of 2D and 3D media, processes and techniques, and will explore a variety of traditional and new technologies. The students will explore at least two of the following areas of Art and Design: Fine art, Graphic communication, Textile design, 3D Design and Photography as they complete Unit 1; producing a coursework portfolio comprising of more than one extended collection of work. In Unit 2 they will choose an externally set question or theme to develop ideas for an end response.

ASSESSMENT

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Students will cover two equally weighted units both worth 50% of the AS course. In Unit 1, Coursework Portfolio, students will submit a selection of thoughtfully presented work comprising of at least one extended collection of work, which demonstrates their ability to sustain work from an initial starting point to a final response. In Unit 2, Externally Set Assignment, emphasis is placed on the development of ideas in which students will have a five hour exam period. Both units are marked against four assessment objectives and are internally assessed and externally moderated.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the AS qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

COURSE DESCRIPTION Candidates will explore a range of 2D and 3D media, processes and techniques, as well as a variety of traditional and new technologies as they complete a minimum of two units of the A level course over two years. Component 1 is a Personal Investigation supported by a written element of 1000-3000 words based on an area of interest of the student’s own choosing. Component 2 is an Externally Set Assignment where students will choose one of seven starting points to explore and develop ideas, before sitting a final 15 hour exam period in which they will complete the unit by producing an end response.

ASSESSMENT The two units for the A level course are weighted equally at 50% each. Units are marked against four assessment objectives which are similar and are internally assessed and externally moderated in June of the academic year.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A level qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

BIOLOGY AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Grade B in GCSE Science and Additional Science or in GCSE Biology. Grade B in English and Maths.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The AS level is a ‘stand-alone’ qualification studied over one year. The AS level is made up of four mandatory units: Development of Practical Skills in Biology; Foundations in Biology; Exchange and Transport; and Biodiversity, Evolution and Disease.

The A level is a ‘stand-alone’ qualification, studied over two years. The A level is made up of six mandatory units: Development of Practical Skills in Biology; Foundations in Biology; Exchange and Transport; Biodiversity, Evolution and Disease; Communication, Homeostasis and Energy; and Genetics, Evolution and Ecosystems.

ASSESSMENT Grade A – E awarded. The mandatory units are externally assessed by two examinations: Breadth in Biology and Depth in Biology. Each examination is ninety minutes in length and worth 50% of the final AS grade.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the AS qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used towards entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

ASSESSMENT Grade A*– E awarded. The mandatory units are externally assessed by three examinations: Biological Processes (01), Biological Diversity (02) and Unified Biology (03). Examinations 01 and 02 are two hours and fifteen minutes in length and are worth 37% of the final A level grade. Examination 03 is ninety minutes in length and is worth 26% of the final A level grade.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A level qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

BUSINESS STUDIES Certificate

SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in related subject area.

Pass at Certificate level.

COURSE DESCRIPTION This qualification provides a more vocational perspective, allowing students to interact with the business environment and experience real authentic business practices. The course is aimed to give students the fundamental understanding of business concepts needed to work in Industry. The units needed to be completed by students are: Unit 1: The Business Environment, Unit 2: Business Resources, and Unit 3: Introduction to Marketing.

ASSESSMENT All units are internally and externally assessed through coursework assignments. Grades awarded are Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction*.

WHAT NEXT Ideal for progression onto the Subsidiary Diploma or as a ‘stand-alone’ qualification.

COURSE DESCRIPTION This qualification provides a more vocational perspective, allowing students to interact with the business environment and experience real authentic business practices. Students will complete a total of six units for the Subsidiary Diploma, including the three completed for the Certificate. The course incorporates three units: Unit 4: Business Communication, Unit 13: Recruitment and Selection and Unit 19: Developing Teams in Business.

ASSESSMENT All units are internally and externally assessed through coursework assignments. Grades awarded are Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction*.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the Subsidiary Diploma qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

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CERTIFICATE OF ENTERPRISE, EMPLOYABILITY AND PERSONAL FINANCE AQA CERTIFICATE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in related subject area.

COURSE DESCRIPTION The course develops studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s practical skills as an entrepreneur, requiring the successful planning and implementation of an enterprise activity. Students develop skills that business and universities require whilst developing their problem solving, research and communication skills. This course would be of value to anyone who has an interest in the world of business and enterprise.

ASSESSMENT The course is assessed by an external examination and coursework element. The exam is worth 60% of the total marks and the coursework element account for the remaining 40%. The exam is one hour thirty minutes long and consists of both short-answer and extended writing questions.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the Certificate Level qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

CHEMISTRY AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

B grade in GCSE Science, GCSE Chemistry or Additional Science. Grade B in English and Maths.

B grade in GCSE Science and GCSE Chemistry or Additional Science. Grade B in English and Maths.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The specification has been developed with teachers and representatives from Higher education with the aim of including up-to-date relevant content within a framework that is interesting to teach and administer within all centres. The course is divided into six chemical topics, each containing different key concepts of chemistry. Once the key features of a topic have been developed, applications are considered to ensure it provides the skills necessary to progress into industry or degree level study.

ASSESSMENT

Grade A – E awarded. The AS course is assessed by two external examinations. The first, Breadth in Chemistry, is worth 50% and the second, Depth in Chemistry, is also worth 50%. External examinations will be taken in June.

Grade A*– E awarded. The A level course is assessed by three external examinations. The first, Periodic table, elements and physical chemistry is worth 37% and the second, Synthesis and analytical techniques, is also worth 37%. The final 26% is awarded for the third examination, Unified Chemistry. A “Practical endorsement in Chemistry” is assessed internally but is reported separately from the A Level grade.

WHAT NEXT

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Completion of the AS qualification will give between 20 and 70 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A level qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION Certificate

SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in the related subject area.

Pass at Certificate level.

COURSE DESCRIPTION Throughout the BTEC level 3 Certificate in Creative Media Production, students will develop a range of employability skills, design skills and applied skills that will make them employable within the Media industry. Students will develop business awareness and customer awareness, as assignments are set in a vocational context; develop skills, knowledge and an understanding relevant to the media industries in an applied learning context; explore a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attitudes essential for various media pathways including Television and Film, Radio, Sound Recording, PrintBased Media, Interactive Media and Games Development, as well as a successful performance in working life.

ASSESSMENT The BTEC level 3 Certificate in Creative Media Production qualification awards Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction* grades. Successful completion of this qualification provides progression onto the Subsidiary Diploma. Assessment is through a variety of techniques both written and practical.

COURSE DESCRIPTION In addition to the units studied at Certificate level, students will also cover three mandatory units: Unit 1: Pre Production Techniques for the Creative Media Industries, Unit 2: Communication Skills for Creative Media Production and Unit 3: Research Techniques for the Creative Media Industries. Alongside these mandatory units, students will complete three optional units that may cover many topics such as Film and Television, Radio, Sound Recording, Print Based Media, Interactive Media and Games Development.

ASSESSMENT The units in this course are worth 10 credits and make up a total of 60 credits (on top of the 30 credits gained at Certificate level). Students will produce internally assessed pieces of portfolio work.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the Subsidiary Diploma qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

WHAT NEXT Ideal for progression onto the Subsidiary Diploma or as a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;stand-aloneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; qualification.

DANCE AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

B grade in GCSE Dance or Merit in BTEC Dance/Performing Arts.

B Grade in GCSE Dance or Merit in BTEC Dance/Performing Arts.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The AS level Dance course provides students with the opportunity to acquire experience of performance and choreography and to engage in critical thinking about Dance. The content allows students to study a subject which can be extended through Higher Education and promotes a healthy lifestyle through an awareness of the importance of exercise and training.

The A Level Dance course provides students with the opportunity to acquire experience of performance and choreography and to engage in critical thinking about Dance. The content allows students to study a subject which can be extended through higher education and promotes a healthy lifestyle through an awareness of the importance of exercise and training.

ASSESSMENT

Grade A – E awarded. Students will be assessed on two units. Unit 1: Understanding Dance which is assessed in a written examination and Unit 2: Choreography and Performance is internally assessed on practical coursework.

Grade A*– E awarded. Students will be assessed on four units. Unit 1: Understanding Dance which is assessed in a written examination, Unit 2: Choreography and Performance is internally assessed on practical coursework, Unit 3: Dance Appreciation: Content and Context will be assessed in a written examination and Unit 4: Group Choreography and Solo Performance is assessed in a practical examination.

WHAT NEXT

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Completion of the AS qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A Level qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

ENGLISH LITERATURE AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

B grade in GCSE English.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

AS level English Literature is a course designed to encourage students to further their exploration of texts and to appreciate literature at a higher level. Students are introduced to a number of texts, including drama, such as A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams poetry and prose, including Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. Students will study literature from the sixteenth century to the present day.

A Level English Literature is a two year course designed to encourage students to further their exploration of texts and to appreciate literature at a higher level. Students are introduced to a number of texts in all different formats, namely drama, poetry and prose, including the poetry of Philip Larkin and Carol Ann Duffy. The texts offered are pre and post 2000 to enable students to engage with much more contemporary prose and drama. One of the components provides students to compare contemporary and classical drama. Students will study literature from Shakespeare to the present day.

ASSESSMENT Grade A – E awarded. The AS course is assessed by two examinations which each includes two exam questions; the prose and drama examination is closed book with the poetry open book. The examination tests the individual student’s ability to analyse literature and provide critical responses to texts.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the AS qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

ASSESSMENT Grade A*– E awarded. The A Level Literature course is assessed through 3 examinations at the end of the course worth 80% and one internally assessed piece of 2500 – 3500 words worth 20% of the overall grade.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A Level English Literature qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION Year 1 Value OTHER

5 A*– C GCSE to include English and Maths.

Grade A*– E awarded. Students will be assessed on a portfolio of work (5,000 word report) and a final presentation, presented to an audience of peers and teachers.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

WHAT NEXT

This course allows students to embark on largely self-directed projects. By taking responsibility for the choice and design of an individual project they will become more critical, reflective and independent learners. Students will be able to develop and apply decision-making and problem-solving skills and increase their planning, research, analysis, synthesis, evaluation and presentation skills. They can learn to apply new technologies confidently and demonstrate creativity, initiative and enterprise.

This qualification is worth the equivalent of an AS in UCAS points this is an ideal ‘booster’ subject, it also has excellent transferability to the workplace and further learning. Many universities are very keen on the EPQ as it is such excellent practice for the type of independent writing required by degree level learning.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

ASSESSMENT

FINANCE CERTIFICATE

DIPLOMA

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

C grade in GCSE English and Maths.

Pass at Certificate level.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

In this course you will learn how to make informed and confident decisions regarding your finances. It will help you to become a responsible borrower, sensible saver and have an appreciation of the need for financial planning throughout your life. The Certificate in Financial Studies is equivalent to one AS level. There are two units: Unit 1: Financial Capability for the Immediate Future and Short Term and Unit 2: Financial Capability for the Long Term.

The Diploma in Financial Studies (DipFS) explores the financial services marketplace from the point of view of the provider and considers the methods that providers use in order to satisfy customer needs, wants and aspirations whilst operating competitively and profitably. The course incorporates two further units to the Certificate: Unit 3: Sustainability of an Individual’s Finances and Unit 2: Sustainably of the Financial Service System.

ASSESSMENT

There are two units, both assessed by exam. Part A – 35 Multiple Choice questions (45 mins). Part B – Pre release case study requiring essay responses to 5 questions (60 marks/1hr 45 mins) SPAG (5 marks).

Two units, both assessed by exam. Part A – 35 Multiple Choice questions (1 hr). Part B – Pre release case study requiring essay responses to 5 questions (1hr) SPAG (5 marks).

WHAT NEXT Ideal for progression onto the Finance Diploma or as a ‘stand-alone’ qualification.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the Diploma qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

FOOTBALL ACADEMY (SPORT) SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA – Year 1 DIPLOMA – year 2 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Students will need to successfully pass a football trial.

Pass in Football Academy Year 1.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Brompton Football Academy is a football-based programme which incorporates an academic pathway for students to develop their sporting knowledge. We provide professional football coaching to young players with ambitions of progressing to higher levels within the game. Students will also train and compete in matches in the Kent Schools Academies League. Students study BTEC level 3 in Sport as well as another option chosen from the Academy Sixth Form curriculum. Entry to the Football Academy is subject to a ‘trial’ in addition to the academic requirements.

Building on learning completed in the first year of the Football Academy, students will continue on to the BTEC level 3 Diploma in Sport.

ASSESSMENT

WHAT NEXT

The BTEC course is assessed at levels: Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction*. The course is an assignment based programme based where students complete units. There are no written exams.

Completion of the Diploma qualification will give between 80 and 280 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

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Ideal for progression onto the Diploma or as a ‘stand-alone’ qualification.

ASSESSMENT The BTEC course is assessed at levels: Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction*. The course is an assignment based programme based where students complete units. There are no written exams.

GEOGRAPHY AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

It is desirable, but not essential that students have studied Geography at GCSE level. B grade in GCSE English and Maths.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The course is divided into two broad themes; Landscape and Place and Geographical Debates. The course will develop understanding of process and change and apply this to the world around them.

The course is divided into three main areas; Physical systems, Human interactions and Geographical debates. Students will develop their understanding of Geographical process but also increase their understanding of the interactions between process and landscape. As part of the course students will also undertake a geographical investigation and present a write-up of this.

ASSESSMENT Grade A â&#x20AC;&#x201C; E awarded. The AS course is assessed by two external examinations. These cover the two broad themes and each exam is equally weighted at 50% of the AS course. Both external examinations will be taken in June.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the AS qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

ASSESSMENT Grade A*â&#x20AC;&#x201C; E awarded. There are 3 external examinations at A2 accounting for 80% of the final mark. The Geographical investigation will account for 20% of the final mark. The external examinations will take place at the end of the course.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A level qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE CERTIFICATE

SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in a related subject area.

Pass at Certificate level.

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Students follow a range of units; Unit 1: Communication in Health and Social Care (mandatory unit); Unit 3: Health, Safety and Security in Health and Social Care (specialist unit); Unit 4: Development through the life stages (optional unit) (*Optional unit subject to change).

In addition to the units studied at Certificate level, students will also cover Unit 2: Equality, Diversity and Rights in Health and Social Care (mandatory); and the following optional units: Unit 5: Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care; Unit 21: Nutrition for Health and Social Care (*optional units subject to change).

ASSESSMENT

The units in this course are worth 10 credits and make up a total of 30 credits. Students will produce internally assessed pieces of portfolio work.

The units in this course are worth 10 credits and make up a total of 60 credits (on top of the 30 credits gained at Certificate level). Students will produce internally assessed pieces of portfolio work.

WHAT NEXT

Ideal for progression onto the Subsidiary Diploma or as a ‘stand-alone’ qualification.

Completion of the Subsidiary Diploma qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

HISTORY AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

It is desirable, but not essential that students have studied History at GCSE level. Students require a B in GCSE English.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

AS level History is comprised of two modules: Britain, 1900 - 1951 and The Crusades and the Crusader States 1095 - 1192. Students will be developing their knowledge, skills and understanding of the political, economic and social issues during these times.

A level History is comprised of four modules: Britain, 1906 - 1951, The Crusades and the Crusader States 1095 1192, Civil Rights in the USA 1865 - 1992 and a 4000 word Topic based essay. The coursework element provides students with an opportunity to trace various themes and issues over one hundred years, using and evaluating a range of sources. Topics are subject to change.

ASSESSMENT Grades A â&#x20AC;&#x201C; E awarded. The AS level course is assessed by two exams at the end of the academic year. One of these focuses on an aspect of British History and the other on a significant period of change from elsewhere around the world.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the AS qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

ASSESSMENT Grades A*â&#x20AC;&#x201C; E awarded. The A level course is assessed by one exam at the end of the academic year and a piece of coursework.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A level qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

IT CERTIFICATE

SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in a related subject area.

Pass at Certificate level.

COURSE DESCRIPTION The qualification is made up of three units, two of which are compulsory and one optional: Unit 1: Communication and Employability Skills for IT (Compulsory), Unit 2: Computer Systems (Compulsory), and Unit 30: Digital Graphics (Optional unit subject to change).

ASSESSMENT Grading: Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction*. All units are assessed internally by your teacher and then externally moderated.

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Ideal for progression onto the Subsidiary Diploma or as a ‘stand-alone’ qualification.

COURSE DESCRIPTION The qualification consists of 2 mandatory units plus optional units that provide a combined total of 30 credits (30 credits gained from previous year). The three units are Unit 35: Digital Graphics for Interactive Media, Unit 31: Computer Animation, and Unit 43: Multimedia Design.

ASSESSMENT Grading: Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction*. All units are assessed internally by your teacher and then externally moderated.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the Subsidiary Diploma qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

MATHS AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

B grade in GCSE Maths.

Pass in AS Maths.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

AS mathematics, which will be co-taught with the A level as a separate qualification, is a very useful qualification in its own right. It consolidates and develops GCSE level mathematics and supports transition to higher education or employment in any of the many disciplines that make use of quantitative analysis, including those involving calculus.

A level mathematics builds from GCSE level mathematics and introduces calculus and its applications. It emphasises how mathematical ideas are interconnected and how mathematics can be applied to model situations mathematically using algebra and other representations, to help make sense of data, to understand the physical world and to solve problems in a variety of contexts, including social sciences and business. It prepares students for further study and employment in a wide range of disciplines involving the use of mathematics.

ASSESSMENT Grades A â&#x20AC;&#x201C; E awarded.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the AS qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

ASSESSMENT Grades A*â&#x20AC;&#x201C; E awarded.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A level qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

MEDIA AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

It is desirable, but not essential that students have studied Media at GCSE level. B grade in GCSE English.

Pass AS Media in Year 1.

COURSE DESCRIPTION Unit One consists of a two section written examination to be taken after one year. Unit One is valued at 50% of the AS course. Unit Two consists of two linked production pieces taken from two of the three media platforms studied in unit one, plus a 1500 word evaluation. Production pieces could be: broadcasting, E-Media (digital or web based media (e-media), or Print media. Again Unit 2 is valued at 50% of the AS course.

ASSESSMENT Students will be assessed on their knowledge and understanding of media concepts, contexts and critical debates. Their ability to plan and construct media products using appropriate technical and creative skills and demonstration of ability to undertake, apply and present appropriate research.

WHAT NEXT

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Completion of the AS qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

COURSE DESCRIPTION Unit three consists of two pre-set topic areas for study during the year, in which you will explore across one or more of the three platforms. Each topic area will allow you to examine media issues and debates, theory and wider contexts, while also consolidating your understanding and use of media concepts. You will produce an individual case study of your own choice for each pre-set topic selected. Unit Four will be a critical investigation, which will result in a written report of approximately 2000 words. This is intended to provide an in-depth background for the practical production.

ASSESSMENT The examination for Unit Three will take the form of a two-hour examination paper. It will be marked out of 80. The first part will be from unseen stimulus material which may be print, e-media, audio or moving image based in which you will have a series of questions to answer. The second section will be two pre-set topic areas for study during the year. Unit Four will be internally assessed and externally moderated.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A2 qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

MUSIC CERTIFICATE

SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Students will need to successfully pass an audition.

Pass at Certificate level.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Certificate course is designed to encourage students to further their exploration of performance techniques and composition at a higher level. Students are introduced to a wide range of composition techniques and the practical rehearsal skills needed to develop as an ensemble and solo performer. Students will also study music from a range of cultures and the impact this has had upon modern western music.

Building on the Certificate qualification, the Subsidiary Diploma Music is a designed to further encourage students to develop performance technique and composition at a higher level. Students are introduced to a music project that may involve CD production or managing a live event. Students will also plan and develop a series of live music workshops.

ASSESSMENT Grades Pass to Distinction* are awarded. The level 3 Certificate course is assessed by a series of ongoing practical and written assignments without examination. Each assignment focuses on the creative aspects of being a musician along with the ability to keep a log book diary of rehearsals, practice sessions, technical and composition skills.

WHAT NEXT Ideal for progression onto the Subsidiary Diploma or as a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;standaloneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; qualification.

ASSESSMENT Grades Pass to Distinction* are awarded. The course is assessed by a series of ongoing practical and written assignments without examination. Each assignment focuses on the creative aspects of being a musician along with the ability to keep a log book diary of rehearsals, practice sessions, technical and composition skills.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the Subsidiary Diploma qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

PERFORMING ARTS CERTIFICATE Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in related subject area. Subject to a successful audition.

Units are either coursework units and are assessed internally, through teacher-assessed portfolio work and practical performances or examination units and externally marked by a visiting examiner. All units are equally weighted in marks.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

WHAT NEXT

Performing Arts is a course designed to encourage students to further their exploration of performance techniques at a higher level. Students will develop and use a range of skills across the three separate disciplines of Dance, Music and Drama, culminating in a full-scale production. Students will also study the performing arts industry and a range of career paths.

Completion of the Subsidiary Diploma qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

ASSESSMENT Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction* are awarded. The course is assessed on a series of practical and written internal assessments, ranging in solo and ensemble work.

WHAT NEXT Ideal for progression onto the Subsidiary Diploma or as a ‘stand-alone’ qualification.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

ASSESSMENT

Pass at Certificate level.

COURSE DESCRIPTION Building on the Certificate qualification, Subsidiary Diploma in Performing Arts is a course designed to further develop the disciplines of dance, singing and acting on a wider and more advanced scale. Students will undertake six units which work across the disciplines to enable them to develop their abilities as an all round performer.

DIPLOMA ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Pass at Subsidiary Diploma level.

COURSE DESCRIPTION Building on the Subsidiary Diploma qualification, the Diploma in Performing Arts is a course designed to further develop the disciplines of dance, singing and acting on a wider and more advanced scale. Students will undertake six units which work across the disciplines to enable them to develop their abilities as an all round performer.

ASSESSMENT Units are either coursework units and are assessed internally, through teacher-assessed portfolio work and practical performances or examination units and externally marked by a visiting examiner. All units are equally weighted in marks.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the Diploma qualification will give between 80 and 280 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

PHOTOGRAPHY AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

B grade in GCSE Art or Merit in BTEC Art or submission of portfolio.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Candidates will be introduced to a variety of experiences exploring a range of photographic media, techniques and processes. Students will also experience both new digital technologies and traditional processes of photography. Throughout the AS course candidates are required to work in more than one area of photography e.g. portraiture, landscape (working from the urban, rural or coastal environment), still life, experimental imagery, photographic installation, video and film.

Candidates will be introduced to a variety of experiences exploring a range of photographic media, techniques and processes. Students will also experience both new digital technologies and traditional processes of photography. Component 1 is a Personal Investigation supported by a written element of 1000 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3000 words based on an area of interest of the students own choosing. Component 4 is an Externally Set Assignment where students will chose one of seven starting points to explore and develop ideas before sitting a final fifteen hour exam period in which they will complete the unit by producing an end response.

ASSESSMENT Students will cover two equally weighted units both worth 50% of the AS course. In Unit 1, the Coursework Portfolio, students will submit a selection of thoughtfully presented work comprising of at least one extended collection of work, which demonstrates their ability to sustain work from an initial starting point to a final response. In Unit 2, the Externally Set Assignment, emphasis is placed on the development of ideas in which students will have a 5 hour exam period. Both units are marked against four assessment objectives and are internally assessed and externally moderated.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the AS qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

ASSESSMENT Over two years, students will cover Units 1 and 2 on the A level course which are equally weighted, each being worth 50% of the A level. All units are marked against four assessment objectives which are similar and are internally assessed and externally moderated in June of the academic year.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A level qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

PHYSICS AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Grade B in GCSE Science and Additional Science or in GCSE Biology. Grade B in English and Maths.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The new AS will be a ‘stand-alone’ qualification. The AS will include four modules: Development of Practical Skills in Physics; Foundations of Physics; Forces and Motion and; Electrons, Waves and Photons.

The A Level is a two-year course that will cover six modules: Development of Practical Skills in Physics; Foundations of Physics; Forces and Motion; Electrons, Waves and Photons; Newtonian World and Astrophysics and; Particles and Medical Physics.

ASSESSMENT

The AS Level will be assessed by two external exams each worth 50% of the total mark.

There will be three external exams two worth 37% and a third worth 26% of the total mark. There will also be a practical endorsement in physics.

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Completion of the AS Level qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A Level qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

PSYCHOLOGY AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

B grade in English and Maths, C grade or Merit in Science. If students have studied GCSE Psychology, then a C grade is required.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course would be of value to anyone who is interested in learning about the behaviour of individuals. The AS level course consists of two units over one year of study. Students will cover the following elements of Psychology: Unit 1: Social Influence, Memory and Attachment, and Unit 2: Approaches in Psychology, Psychopathology and Research Methods.

The A Level course comprises of three units, studied over two years. Students will cover the following elements of Psychology: Unit 1: Social Influence, Memory, Attachment and Psychopathology; Unit 2: Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology, Research Methods and Issues and Debates in Psychology; Unit 3: this unit comprises of three optional topics, such as Relationships, Eating Behaviour and Addiction, other topics such as Schizophrenia and Forensic Psychology can be studied. The topics in this unit are subject to change.

ASSESSMENT Grade A â&#x20AC;&#x201C; E awarded. Each unit is assessed by external examinations and will be worth 50% of the total AS level marks. Each exam is one hour thirty minutes long and consists of multiple choice, short-answer and extended writing questions.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the AS Level qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

ASSESSMENT Grade A*â&#x20AC;&#x201C; E awarded. Each unit is assessed by external examinations and will be worth 33.3% of the total A Level marks. Each exam is two hours long. The exams will consist of multiple choice, short-answer and extended writing questions.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A Level qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

SCIENCE CERTIFICATE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Students must have achieved a D grade or above in GCSE Science A AND GCSE Additional Science, or have a C grade in GCSE Science A (without Additional Science) or have achieved at least a Distinction in the Level 2 BTEC Principles of Applied Science. They must also have at least a C grade in GCSE English and Maths.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

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This qualification reflects aspects of employment within Science organisations or organisations that use Science, and enable learners to develop practical scientific skills. The qualification enables students to build a portfolio of scientific investigations. Students will have the opportunity to cover areas of laboratory science, forensic science, medical science, environmental science, and the biological, chemical and physical sciences. This provides a route into a diverse range of scientific careers.

ASSESSMENT The BTEC level 3 Certificate in Applied Science qualification awards Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction* grades. Successful completion of this qualification provides progression onto the Subsidiary Diploma. Assessment is through a variety of techniques both written and practical.

WHAT NEXT Ideal for progression onto the Subsidiary Diploma or as a ‘stand-alone’ qualification.

SOCIOLOGY AS

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

It is desirable, but not essential that students have studied Sociology at GCSE level. Students require a B in GCSE English.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Sociology is the study of the society that we all live in. Sociology looks at how our social characteristics affect our chances and experiences in life. We study gender, ethnicity and social class and ask why different kinds of people have different life chances. We also look into the ways in which Youth Cultures have changed over time.

Sociology is the study of the society that we all live in. Sociology looks at how our social characteristics affect our chances and experiences in life. A level Sociology has a more theoretical base than GCSE and AS level Sociology and so we look at society from different perspectives such as Marxism, Feminism and right wing approaches. We also look into the ways in which the Mass Media has changed over time and how different Research Methods are used to investigate society.

ASSESSMENT Grade A â&#x20AC;&#x201C; E awarded. The AS level course will be assessed by two written exams: Socialisation and Culture including optional units on Family, Youth Cultures, Education, Media and Religion (2 hour 30 minute exam, worth 70% of AS Level), and Methods of Sociological Enquiry (1 hour 15 minute exam, worth 30% of final AS Level).

WHAT NEXT Completion of the AS Level qualification will give between 20 and 60 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

ASSESSMENT Grade A â&#x20AC;&#x201C; E awarded. The A level course will be assessed by two written exams: Socialisation and Culture including optional units on Family, Youth Cultures, Education, Media and Religion (2 hour 30 minute exam, worth 40% of A Level), Methods of Sociological Enquiry (1 hour 15 minute exam, worth 20% of final A Level) and Power and Stratification including optional units on Crime and Deviance, Health and Disability, Politics and World Sociology (2 hour 30 minute exam, worth 40% of A Level).

WHAT NEXT Completion of the A Level qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

SPORT CERTIFICATE

SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Preferable to have achieved a GCSE/BTEC in related subject area.

Pass in BTEC Certificate Year 1.

COURSE DESCRIPTION The course is a specialist qualification that focuses on developing knowledge in a vocational area of sport. The level 3 extends knowledge by covering a range of different units of work ranging from coaching to sports science. The focus is at all points to give the learners vocational and practical areas of learning.

ASSESSMENT Grades Pass – Distinction* awarded. In order for students to reach qualification levels they must fulfil assignment briefs that are based at Pass, Merit and Distinction levels. The various different levels have very different demands placed on them, and will change the learners to develop and further their knowledge and understanding. Assessment takes place in the form of written evidence as well verbal presentations, with the emphasis being on vocational learning.

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Ideal for progression onto the Subsidiary Diploma or as a ‘stand-alone’ qualification.

COURSE DESCRIPTION Building on learning completed in the first year of the BTEC Certificate, students will continue on to the BTEC level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Sport.

ASSESSMENT The BTEC course is assessed at levels: Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction*. The course is assignment-based programme based where students complete units. There are no written exams.

WHAT NEXT Completion of the Subsidiary Diploma qualification will give between 40 and 140 UCAS points, to be used to gain entry onto a degree course or entry into the workplace.

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