New College Doncaster Prospectus 2022/23 by New College

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WELCOME 03 10 GREAT REASONS 04 RESULTS DAY 2022 06 HOW DO I APPLY? 07 OPEN EVENT DATES 07 HOW WE SUPPORT STUDENTS 08 EXCEL@ NCD 10 HOW WE SUPPORT YOU AFTER COLLEGE 12 WORK EXPERIENCE 13 CAREER PATHWAYS 14 ENRICHMENT 22 OUR ACHIEVEMENTS 24 BUS ROUTES 26 NEW COLLABORATIVE LEARNING TRUST 28 A-LEVEL COURSES 30 A-LEVEL REQUIREMENTS 32 APPLIED GENERAL COURSES 60 APPLIED GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 62 FAQS 80 contents welcome 2 NEW COLLEGE DONCASTER “Students at New College Doncaster experience a culture of very high expectations, which supports them to maximise their potential and achieve their aspirations. Teachers challenge students to be the best that they can be, to have very high levels of attendance and punctuality, and to develop strong, in dependent learning skills. This culture prepares students exceptionally well to progress to their next steps”. Ofsted, December 2021

Here at New College, the staff are truly committed to helping young people gain the qualifications and skills they need to progress to their chosen destination, as well as grow as an individual. My passion for working with young people continues to grow as I pull from my wide experience as a curriculum leader, classroom teacher and senior leader. I am incredibly proud to be part of the leadership team at college and I look forward to welcoming you to one of our open events.

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BRENDON FLETCHER Principal - New College Doncaster

HELEN JACKSON - Vice Principal awarded in 2021 by Teacher Assessed Grades, and bucking the national trend which saw results nationally falling back towards 2019 levels. Whether you study A levels or Level 3 Applied General qualifications at New College Doncaster, you can be confident that you will be joining a very strong academic, supportive and inclusive provider that achieves outstanding results for young people.

Welcome to New College Doncaster’s Prospectus for 2023. As the only sixth form college in Doncaster, we provide a unique young adult experience for our students. We are extremely proud that the quality of educational provision at New College Doncaster was recognised by Ofsted in 2021-22, rating the college ‘outstanding’ in every single Movingcategory.from school to a sixth form college allows young people to flourish both academically and personally. It is an opportunity to meet new people, make new friends, get involved in new things and enjoy many new subjects. We are small enough to ensure that we really get to know you and provide you with all the support you need. We are large enough to be able to offer a very wide range of A-Levels and Level 3 Applied General Qualifications, playing to your strengths, passions and future Ourplans.results have gone from strength to strength since we opened in 2017. The last time A level performance tables were published by the government, New College Doncaster topped the table in the Doncaster region. Results in 2022, following the return of examinations, were superb, maintaining the very high grades

As well as our focus on achieving excellent results, we are deeply committed to preparing our students for adult life, further study and employment, and to helping young people be happy, confident and safe. Our extensive enrichment programme helps students meet new people, gain new skills and learn more about the world around them. Our students are well supported in their readiness to move to the very best degrees, apprenticeships and jobs, with valuable engagement with universities, employers and work experience. This prospectus will give you a good introduction to the very wide range of courses that we offer. We would love to meet you in person at one of our open events taking place throughout the year. These are a great opportunity to meet our teachers face-to-face, to see our facilities, to get a feel for our culture, and to find out more about our courses. I look forward to meeting you then. 3

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AN INDEPENDENT STUDY CULTURE A WIDE RANGE OF A-LEVEL AND LEVEL 3 APPLIED GENERAL COURSES A COMMITMENT TO ENSURING THAT THE TRANSITION BETWEEN YOUR HIGH SCHOOL AND NEW COLLEGE IS AS SMOOTH AS POSSIBLE. EXPERT CAREERS ADVICE WITH A GREAT TRACK RECORD OF HELPING STUDENTS PROGRESS ON TO UNIVERSITY, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT. 5 A CENTRERESOURCELEARNING WITH MULTIPLE FLOORS OF INDEPENDENT STUDY SPACE, IT ROOMS.ANDTEXTBOOKS,FACILITIES,JOURNALSBOOKABLESTUDY byinOutstandingRatedallareasOfsted

6 NEW COLLEGE DONCASTER 61% A-Level A* - B Rate 99.4% A-Level Pass Rate 98.7% Applied General Pass Rate 80% Applied General Distinction* and Distinction Rate 87% A-Level A* - C Rate 41 students achieved a clean sweep of three A*/A grades at A level in 2022, and 34 students achieved at least 2 Distinction Star grades for BTEC qualifications.

2022RESULTS

Congratulations to all our 2022 Year 13 students. We are delighted with the exceptionally strong results achieved by our students in the summer of 2022, despite the unprecedented challenges in recent years due to covid. In 2019, the last year that results were published by the government, New College Doncaster topped the A level performance tables for Doncaster schools and colleges and 2022 results were considerably stronger. Despite A level results nationally falling back towards pre-covid levels in 2022, New College Doncaster sustained the exceptionally strong results awarded via teacher assessed grades in 2021, bucking the national trend. Students studying Applied General Courses such as BTEC qualifications also achieved exceptional results.

FIRST INTERVIEW

All students who apply will be invited into college to have an interview with one of our experienced staff. At the interview we will discuss your proposed course choices and find out more about your career aspirations. The interview is a key part of the application process and provides the opportunity to discuss your predicted qualifications and course choices ensuring that they are right for you.

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OPEN EVENTS

We advise you to apply as soon as possible. The sooner you apply the sooner we can invite you to interview to discuss course options and availability. It is unlikely that you will be offered a place if you miss the deadline due to recent high demand. Attend one of our Open Events. These are strongly recommended. Apply online using the college website at ncdoncaster.ac.uk/apply Attend an interview where you will hopefully be offered a conditional place. We will write to you with all the details in advance. Attend our Induction Day [after your final GCSE exams] where you can sample lessons from the subjects you have chosen. Bring proof of your qualifications to Enrolment Day and become an official New College Student.

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TO APPLY TO NEW COLLEGE FOR ENTRY IN SEPTEMBER 2023, FOLLOW THE FIVE STEPS TO ENROLMENT.

APPLICATION

ENROLMENT

If you are offered a conditional place you will be invited to enrol on either 24 August or 25 August 2023. It is extremely important that you make yourself available on both of these dates so that you can attend at your allocated date and time. Details of appointments will be sent in July. If you are not able to attend your allocated enrolment appointment you may find that course options are limited, or that places in college are no longer available. Please take note of these important dates.

Attending one of our open events is the best way to find out about all of the courses we offer. The dates of these events are listed below.

If you have any questions or queries about anything related to applying to New College, then please contact student services on 01302 976777, or the school liaison team: info@ncdoncaster.ac.uk

PROGRESS TUTORS

STUDY SUPPORT Teacher Access Periods are not the only form of academic support available. The Study Support Team will also help you maximise your educational achievements. Our welcoming and professional tutors will give you individual help with any aspect of your studies, through a service that is open to all students, whatever their target grade. Students often seek help with study skills, writing skills and GCSE Maths and English. We actively promote a policy of inclusion, so specialist support is available for students with health problems or disabilities, such as cerebral palsy, autism and dyslexia. Our provision often includes access arrangements for examinations, such as extra time and the use of computers. It is very important that you disclose any disabilities or difficulties on your college application so we can plan in advance to meet your needs. Visit our website for more information.

TEACHER ACCESS PERIODS - ONE-TO-ONE AND SMALL GROUP SUPPORT

Your Progress Tutor will help you settle into college life when you arrive, and will support you as you adjust to the challenge of managing your workload and achieving your grades. Your relationship with your Progress Tutor will be key to ensuring you get the very best out of college life and engage with it fully. Tutorial sessions held once a week in Year 12 will be a mixture of one-to-one support sessions and important relevant topics, such as social and career related issues. In Year 13 your tutorial will be designed to support you with your UCAS application to university or apprenticeship/ job application.

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We need to know how you’re performing so we can help you achieve outstanding results. Both your Progress Tutor and subject teachers will review your progress on a regular basis, focusing on your achievement and attendance in each subject. Together you will agree targets to ensure motivation, direction and a clear plan of action to keep you on track and improving. All this information will be recorded and will be accessible to both parents and students securely via Cedar, our online portal.

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Every class, every week will have a designated session for additional support, helping students to catch up on missed work, or to complete extension activities. These Teacher Access Periods are one of the most important strategies we use to help students push themselves to achieve higher grades, or catch up if they have fallen behind. There is a direct link between improved performance and contact time with teachers, which is why our Teacher Access Periods can make a real difference.

CEDAR ASSESSMENTS

The college can provide financial support to help some students during their time at New College. Financial support includes: n A half termly bursary payment n A travel grant, n Financial support with particular costs associated with certain courses, n Free meals This financial support is means-tested and students may be eligible depending on their total household income and certain criteria. To find out more about eligibility and how to apply, please visit: supporting-you-financiallywww.ncdoncaster.ac.uk/

THE LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRE (LRC)

The Learning Resource Centre (LRC) offers students a range of services to support all your revision and study needs, as well as a wealth of resources for you to access, including books, journals, computers and other hardware, digital resources and audio-visual materials. The LRC also offers facilities to suit all of your study preferences, such as bookable study rooms and group rooms. Whatever you may need to support you outside of lessons, you can find it here.

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MICROSOFT TEAMS

Microsoft Teams will be an important resource during your time at New College. Your teachers are likely to set your directed independent learning tasks through Teams, as well as giving you access to a wide range of supportive learning resources.

DIRECTED INDEPENDENT LEARNING This is at the heart of every students’ success. Taking responsibility for your own learning is essential if you are to succeed in post-16 differs in some important ways from school life, and this may be partly why you are interested in joining us. To start with, there are no uniforms and no bells, and you are encouraged to call staff by their first names. However, taking responsibility for your learning is a part of this young adult approach. You will have study periods on your timetable where you will be expected to undertake your Directed Independent Learning. You will be set independent learning tasks by each subject for up to 4.5 hours every week. This means that in Year 12 every student will need to work for an average of up to 13.5 hours outside of class, in college or at home.

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COUNSELLING New College offers support to students through a free and confidential counselling service which is provided for all students to access throughout their time at college. The counselling service is provided by qualified counsellors and is here to provide students with the opportunity and space to think, talk and explore any difficulties they may be experiencing in a safe and non-judgmental environment. The counselling service also offers support to students from external agencies around mental health and wellbeing. 9

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The Russell Group represents 24 leading universities who are at the cutting edge of academic research and provide an outstanding teaching and learning experience for their students. Many of our students go on to attend Russell Group universities, studying subjects such as English, History and Maths, or Dentistry, Medicine and Veterinary Science. Russell Group universities, like Oxford, Cambridge, Leeds, Manchester and York are the most competitive HE institutions in the country. The Russell Group have high expectations of their undergraduates, particularly focussing on academic achievement. Our careers team have helped thousands of students get places on degree courses at these universities and, along with the support from Progress Tutors and subject staff, are well placed to maximise your chances of success.

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The broad range of activities available as part of our Excel@NCD programme have been specifically designed to prepare, support and engage all students in their applications to university and degree level apprenticeships. This includes applications to Russell Group universities, Oxford and Cambridge, and for very competitive degree courses which have extra hurdles to overcome. We’ll also create opportunities for you to engage with universities, employers or apprenticeship providers within the courses you are studying.

At New College we provide tailored support for you so that you have the very best chance of progressing from New College to a great university, apprenticeship or job. We’ll ask you to review your career plans at key points, so that we can signpost relevant talks by visiting universities or employers, or arrange for you a careers interview. We’ll support you in finding high quality work placements if you have particular careers in mind, such as medicine or teaching, or if you’re studying BTEC courses which include work placements, or if you’re considering work or apprenticeships rather than university.

The Excel@ programme is tailored to each individual student, and could OXBRIDGEinclude: • Regular support and meetings to support applications to the most prestigious universities, working with Cambridge HE+. MDV • Regular support and meetings for students considering Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science. UCAS SUPPORT • Regular advice and support from your Progress Tutor about your application. EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION • Stretch yourself and earn an additional qualification that universities and employers really value. DUKE OF EDINBURGH AWARD • Demonstrate your skills, your volunteering, take part in physical activity and an expedition. UNIVERSITY PARTICIPATIONWIDENINGSCHEMES • Support with university schemes to encourage progress to university, including Russell Group universities. ENRICHMENT • Available both across college and in their subjects, including trips, visits to universities and employers, guest speakers and competitions. 11

At New College we take your next steps very seriously. After your two years with us you will be able to progress with the qualifications and employability skills you need to succeed in the world of work or in your further studies. We call this the OPTIC

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New College encourages all students to participate in the Work Experience Programme. For students applying to some university courses, work experience is a requirement. For others, it may be an integral part of their college course. For all students it will provide them with a valuable experience of the workplace and the opportunity to develop new skills and knowledge to support their future career goals. You will be given support before, during and after your placement to ensure you have a successful experience in a relevant, safe and friendly environment.

EXPERIENCEWORK

A large number of New College students progress to Higher Education each year. We provide specialist advice for students considering applying for competitive courses such as dentistry, medicine and veterinary science, as well as supporting students applying to universities from across the country. In the summer we hold an annual Careers Day with over 80 speakers from local universities and employers.

CAREERS ADVICE

Verve provides students with an introduction to many virtual opportunities available to them. Opportunities to compliment traditional work experience and in some cases, as an alternative.

Progress Tutors also provide career guidance as you plan your next step after leaving us, whether this is going on to university, an internship, gap year or employment. They will encourage you to research your options and support you along the way, helping you to plan your future, whether that be in the world of work or university.

Qualified Careers Advisors work alongside our Progress Tutors to ensure you receive specialist guidance as you plan for your next steps after college. You will be encouraged to research your options carefully as you plan for your future, whether that be in the world of work or university.

We also work hard to support our students who may be seeking employment or apprenticeships after studying at Wecollege.support our students seeking employment with application form preparation, CV writing and interview practice, and with adverts for suitable vacancies and apprenticeships.

NEW COLLEGE DONCASTER 14 This table is designed only to provide an overview of careers guidance. Students should use this resource to start to consider which pathway they may be interested in. Pathway choices may change throughout a student’s time at college. Please note, individual university entry requirements vary. Please visit university websites for specific degree entry requirements. *Always check individual career requirements and criteria **National Averages (Source: LMI for All, Nov 2021) career pathways SKILLS/QUALITIES n Problem solving n Communication n Decision making n Logical analyticalandskills n Attention to detail n Teamwork n Organisational skills NCD COURSES THAT RELATE WELL TO INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS* n BTEC Applied Science n OCR IT n A-Level Physics n A-Level Maths n A-Level Computer Science n (A-Level Chemistry for Chemical Engineering) SKILLS/QUALITIES n Communication n Teamwork n Empathy n Numeracy and literacy n Good timekeeping and organisational skills n A positive attitude towards working with people who need care and support NCD COURSES THAT RELATE WELL TO INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS* n BTEC Applied Science n BTEC Applied Human Biology n BTEC Health & Social Care n BTEC Applied Psychology n A-Level Biology n A-Level Sociology n A-Level Psychology n A-Level PE (for Physiotherapy) SKILLS/QUALITIES n Problem solving n Analytical skills n Attention to detail n Communication n Teamwork n Organisational skills NCD COURSES THAT RELATE WELL TO INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS* n BTEC Applied Science (not suitable for highly competitive courses, such as Medicine) n BTEC Applied Human Biology (suitable for some Biomedical Science courses) n A-Level Biology n A-Level Chemistry

ENRICHMENT THAT LINKS WELL n STEM Club n Maths Challenge n Physics Taskmaster POTENTIAL DEGREE SUBJECTS / HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS n Computer Science n Mechanical Engineering n Cyber Security n Electrical Engineering n Mathematics POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS n Software Developer n Mechanical Engineer n Design & EngineersDevelopment n Engineering Technician National Average Future +5.1%Growth ENRICHMENT THAT LINKS WELL n NHS Values n Physiotherapy n First Aid n Work Experience n Job Club POTENTIAL DEGREE SUBJECTS / HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS n Midwifery n Psychology n Nursing n Physiotherapy n Paramedic Science POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS n Midwife n Adult Nurse n Physiotherapist n PractitionerDepartmentalOperating(ODP) National Average Future +8.7%Growth ENRICHMENT THAT LINKS WELL n MDV group n Philosophy Club n Crest Award POTENTIAL DEGREE SUBJECTS / HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS n Medicine n Dental Hygiene and Therapy n Veterinary Science/ Medicine n Pharmacy n Optometry CAREERPOSSIBLEPATHS n Doctor n Pharmacist n Optometrist n Dentist n Veterinarian National Average Future +8.7%Growth 15

NEW COLLEGE DONCASTER 16 career pathways SKILLS/QUALITIES n Communication n Business skills n Customer service n IT n Team working n Numeracy skills n Organisational skills n Problem solving n Attention to detail NCD COURSES THAT RELATE WELL TO INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS* n BTEC Applied Law n BTEC Business n A-Level Economics n A-Level Business n A-Level Accounting n A-Level Law n A-Level English Literature n A-Level History n A-Level Maths SKILLS/QUALITIES n Creative thinking and ability n Artistic presentation skills n Communication n IT n Design n Customer service skills n Accuracy and attention to detail n Enterprise skills n Business acumen NCD COURSES THAT RELATE WELL TO INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS* n BTEC Creative Media n BTEC Games Design n UAL Digital Design & Commerical Photography n A-Level Fine Art n A-Level Photography n A-Level Media n A-Level English n A Level Graphic Design n A-Level Textiles SKILLS/QUALITIES n Ability to perform in front of others n Creativity n Artistic skill n Confidence n Teamwork n Communication NCD COURSES THAT RELATE WELL TO INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS* n UAL Performing Arts n BTEC Dance n BTEC Music

17 ENRICHMENT THAT LINKS WELL n Law Mooting n Young Enterprise n Investor Challenge n Job Club n Work Experience POTENTIAL DEGREE SUBJECTS / HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS n Business Management& Studies n Accounting n Economics n Law n Finance n Marketing POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS n Financial Advisor n Human ManagerResources n Solicitor n Paralegal n Accountant National Average Future +6.3%Growth ENRICHMENT THAT LINKS WELL n Media Mag n Film Production Club n Art & Design n Level Up (E-Sports) POTENTIAL DEGREE SUBJECTS / HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS n Design n Photography n Fine Art n Media n Creative Writing n Computer Games Design POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS n Film/Video Producer n Games Designer n Web Designer n Marketing National Average Future +4.9%Growth ENRICHMENT THAT LINKS WELL n College Production n Theatre Club n Aerial Hoop n Dance Club n Circus Skills POTENTIAL DEGREE SUBJECTS / HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS n Drama & Theatre Studies n Dance n Music POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS n Producer n Musician n TV, Video and Audio Engineers National Average Future -1.6%Growth

18 SKILLS/QUALITIES n Communication n Attention to detail n Problem solving n A positive attitude towards working with people n Teamwork n Organisation skills NCD COURSES THAT RELATE WELL TO INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS* n WJEC Criminology n BTEC Health & Social Care n BTEC Psychology n BTEC Applied Law n A-level Psychology n A-Level Sociology n A-Level Politics n A-Level History n A-Level Law SKILLS/QUALITIES n Team working n Customer focus n Commitment to exercise n Sporting skills n Leadership n Communication n Problem solving n Patience NCD COURSES THAT RELATE WELL TO INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS* n BTEC Sport n BTEC Uniformed Protective Services n BTEC Health & Social Care n BTEC Psychology n BTEC Applied Law n WJEC Criminology n A-Level Physical Education n A-Level Psychology n A Level Law SKILLS/QUALITIES n Communication n Creative thinking n Problem solving n Teamwork n An interest in working with people NCD COURSES THAT RELATE WELL TO INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS* n BTEC Creative Media n A-Level English Language n A-Level English Literature n A-Level English Language & Literature (Combined) n A-Level Media n A-Level Spanish career pathways

19 ENRICHMENT THAT LINKS WELL n (TrueCriminologyCrime) n forCampaignschange n Forensic Psychology n Sociology Film Club n InternationalAmnesty POTENTIAL DEGREE SUBJECTS / HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS n Sociology n Psychology n Law n Politics n History n Social Work n Criminology POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS n Social Worker n Criminologist n Counsellor n Psychologist National Average Future +7.1%Growth ENRICHMENT THAT LINKS WELL n Sports Leadership n Competitive sports n Health & wellbeing activities n TASS n Martial Arts n First Aid POTENTIAL DEGREE SUBJECTS / HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS n Sport Science n Leisure & Tourism/ Events Management n Coaching and Sports Development n Sport & Exercise Therapy n Policing POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS n Fitness Instructor n Sports Coach n Sport and leisure manager National Average Future +2.8%Growth ENRICHMENT THAT LINKS WELL n Spanish Film Club n Poetry Off by Heart n Debating Society POTENTIAL DEGREE SUBJECTS / HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS n Primary Teaching n English n Journalism n Marketing n Media Studies POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS n Primary Teacher n Journalist n Marketing Associate n Speech and Language Therapist National Average Future +7.9%Growth

20 career pathways SKILLS/QUALITIES n Problem solving n Analytical mind n Attention to detail n Communication n Organisation skills n Team Work NCD COURSES THAT RELATE WELL TO INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS* n BTEC Applied Science n BTEC Applied Human Biology n A-Level Biology n A-Level Chemistry n A-Level Physics n A-Level Maths n A-Level Computer Science SKILLS/QUALITIES n Problem solving n Teamwork n Technical skills n Project management n Maths and IT skills NCD COURSES THAT RELATE WELL TO INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS* n BTEC Applied Science n A-Level Geography n A-Level Chemistry n A-Level Physics pathwayscareer *Always check individual career requirements and criteria **National Averages (Source: LMI for All, Nov 2021)

21 ENRICHMENT THAT LINKS WELL n STEM Club n CREST award n Physics Taskmaster POTENTIAL DEGREE SUBJECTS / HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS n Microbiology n Forensic Science n Mathematics n Computer Science n Engineering POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS n Biomedical Scientist n Forensic Scientist n Researcher National Average Future +5.1%Growth ENRICHMENT THAT LINKS WELL n There’s no Planet B n Gardening Club POTENTIAL DEGREE SUBJECTS / HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS n Geography Environmental)(Human/ n Geology n Global Studies n Urban and Regional Planning n Meteorology n Marine and Ocean Sciences n Geophysics POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS n HealthEnvironmentalProfessional n Physical Scientist n Town Planning Officers n Chartered Surveyor n ProfessionalConservation National Average Future +5.5%Growth

All students have the opportunity to develop a leadership role within the college by getting involved in the Student Council (Year 12) or standing for election for the Student Executive committee in Year 13. Student Ambassadors support subject departments by acting as Peer Mentors and welcoming visitors at Open Events.

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For more information about any of our enrichment programmes, please visit https://ncdoncaster.ac.uk/enrichment/

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Our newly expanded enrichment programme encompasses a wide variety of activities and sessions that students can participate in, with over 80 new activities taking place this year. All of these are aimed towards enriching the academic curriculum, developing new skills and interests, promoting teamwork and social skills, and most of all having fun!

Students at New College take part in a range of enrichment activities whilst studying with us, helping to develop well-rounded individuals, with a wide variety of skills and experiences to help them stand out from the crowd in the next stage of their education or employment and future career. Students can sign up to a number of activities throughout their two years, some being individual sessions and others lasting the entire academic year.

STUDENT COUNCIL AND STUDENT EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Some of our super curricular activities include; Going Beyond the Economics Curriculum, NHS Values and Preparing for a Career in Healthcare, and Concept Art and Character Fundamentals in Games Design. These can be hugely beneficial to students who may go on to further study of these subjects at undergraduate level. CLUBS AND SOCIETIES Participating in one of our clubs and societies is a great way to meet like-minded people and make new friends. Here at New College we have over 30 separate clubs and societies for you to participate in including Vocal Choirs, Battle of the Bands, Debating Society, LGBT+ Club, Amnesty International and the Mooting Society, with many more being planned and developed throughout the year.

Developing skills and experiences that build character as well as providing valuable experiences are fundamental to the work of the trust. You’ll have a wide variety of experiences to take part in including Young Enterprise, Investor Challenge, helping with employability skills and sport leadership. Popular activities also include the World Challenge and Duke of Edinburgh scheme, both of which are widely recognised in the world of work and held with high regard.

SUPER CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Our super curricular sessions enable students to develop a greater understanding of the subjects in which they have enrolled. Within these sessions they will often cover a wide variety of topics focussing on areas that may not be included in their course specifications, helping students develop their understanding of their subjects and the wider reading required.

LEADERSHIP AND LIFE EXPERIENCES

COMPETITIVE SPORT Incorporated within our enrichment programme are a range of competitive sport programmes. By enrolling on to these programmes you will represent the college within the chosen sports and have the opportunity to compete against other teams from across the North of England. Each of the following competitive sports also has dedicated time allocated within your timetable to take part in training and competitive fixtures: n Football n Netball n Basketball n Rugby League n Rugby Union n Cricket

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

These activities aim to develop students’ physical and mental health, whilst also enhancing vital skills that are often required when participating in physical competitions including teamwork and co- ordination. Activities include Couch to 5k, as well as a wide variety of recreational activities including Badminton, Table Tennis, 5-a-side Football, Cricket, ‘Mindfulness’, Emergency First Aid and Self-defence.

The enrichment activities we offer here at New College can be split into the following categories:

“Teachers plan and deliver the curriculum in a logical order to build on students’ prior learning and to develop their knowledge and skills quickly. Students rapidly apply what they know and move on to more difficult concepts.”

“The learning environment at the college is highly conducive to successful working, quiet when necessary for research and thinking time, but also open and welcoming to allow students to feel confident enough to ask and answer questions. Students value this environment and participate actively in their lessons. They concentrate well, work hard and demonstrate a disciplined approach when working independently.”

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• Overall Effectiveness – Outstanding • The quality of education – Outstanding • Behaviour and attitudes – Outstanding • Personal development – Outstanding • Leadership and management – Outstanding • Education programmes for young people – Outstanding • Provision for learners with high needs – Outstanding

“Students benefit from very high-quality teaching. Teachers demonstrate a very comprehensive knowledge of their subjects and communicate this well to students. They successfully develop students’ understanding of the technical terminology used in their subject areas. As a result, students quickly develop the new knowledge that they need when they leave college.”

New College Doncaster underwent a full Ofsted inspection in December 2021. We are extremely proud of the feedback and grades that the college received:

“Leaders and staff successfully support students to become highly respectful and active citizens. Students have an excellent understanding of British values such as mutual respect and tolerance, and endeavour to emulate these values. They are very respectful and courteous to each other, to staff and to visitors to the college. They feel safe at college and are confident that, if they have any concerns, these will be addressed quickly.”

“Support for students with high needs is very strong. This support enables students with high needs to settle into college life, contribute to lessons well, and make significant progress in achieving their planned outcomes.”

The senior leadership team at New College Doncaster won a National Teaching Award for their success in leading the college through its first five years, culminating in their ‘outstanding’ Ofsted report. The Bronze Award for FE Team of the Year means they were recognised as one of the six best FE teams across the country this year.

The Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme provides young people in the local community the chance to develop their sporting ability and shine on the highest possible stage all whilst gaining an outstanding education and creating a TASS Dual Career. At New College you will have the opportunity to study a wide range of level three courses including both A Level and Applied General alongside your chosen sport. Find out more at one of our open events.

“Students benefit from excellent pastoral and academic support. This includes targeted interventions to ensure that any students who are behind target very quickly catch up.”

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NEW COLLEGE DONCASTER 28 We are a multi-academy trust comprising of three sixth form colleges and one secondary academy. We have a strong track record of improving the quality of education, raising aspirations and helping young people progress to higher education, apprenticeships and careers. OUR VISION Our colleges and schools will make a significant difference to the lives of young people. As a result, together we will make a positive contribution to social mobility. OUR COMMITMENT To provide an outstanding, consistent student experience through collaboration. OUR 4 OURPRIORITIESVALUES:THE 5 Cs Candour To be open, honest and fair to everyone. Challenge To have high expectations of ourselves and each other. Collaboration To learn from each other for the benefit of all. Commitment To be dedicated, resilient and strive for continuous improvement. Care To be considerate of others and their needs. Contribution to Social Mobility Student and Staff Well-being WHO WE ARE AchievementStudent Student DevelopmentPersonal

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32 A-LEVEL BOARDEXAM ENTRY REQUIREMENT SCOREGCSEAVERAGEMINIMUMPOINT Accounting AQA Grade 4 English Language and a Grade 6 Maths 4.5 Fine Art EDUQAS Grade 6 Creative Subject and Grade 4 in English Language. If a creative subject has not been studied, a portfolio will be required. n/a Biology AQA Grade 5 English Language and Grade 6 Maths 5.6 Business AQA Grade 4 English Language and a Grade 5 Maths 4.5 Chemistry AQA Grade 5 English Language, Grade 6 Maths and Grade 6 Chemistry or Grade 6-6 Combined Science 5.6 (or a 7 in Maths) Computer Science OCR Grade 4 English Language, Grade 6 Maths and Grade 6 in Computer Science 5.6 Economics AQA Grade 5 English Language and Grade 6 Maths 5.0 English Language AQA Grade 5 English Language 4.5 English Lang & Lit EDEXCEL Grade 5 English Language and Grade 5 English Literature 4.5 English Literature EDEXCEL Grade 5 English Language and Grade 5 English Literature 4.5 Geography AQA Grade 5 English Language, Grade 6 Geography and a Grade 4 in Maths 5.0 A-LEVEL REQUIREMENTS

33 Graphic Design EDUQAS Grade 4 English Language and Grade 5 in a visual arts subject or a merit at BTEC (if studied).If a creative subject has not been studied, a portfolio will be required. n/a History AQA Grade 5 English Language and Grade 6 History (if studied) 5.0 Law OCR Grade 5 English Language 4.5 Maths AQA Grade 4 English Language and Grade 7 Maths 5.6 Further Maths AQA Grade 4 English Language and Grade 8 Maths 5.6 Media Studies EDUQAS Grade 5 English Language or Grade 5 English Literature 4.5 Photography EDEXCEL Grade 4 English Language and Grade 5 in a visual arts subject or a merit at BTEC (if studied). If a creative subject has not been studied, a portfolio will be required. n/a EducationPhysical OCR Grade 4 English Language, Grade 5 PE (if studied) and Grade 5-5 Combined Science, and must be currently playing a competitive sport 4.5 Physics AQA Grade 5 English Language, Grade 6 Maths and Grade 6 in Physics or Grade 6-6 in Combined Science 5.6 (or 7 in Maths) Politics EDEXCEL Grade 5 English Language 5.0 Psychology AQA Grade 5 English Language, Grade 5 Maths and Grade 5-5 in Combined Science 5.0 Religion, Ethics and Philosophy EDUQAS Grade 5 English Language 4.5 Sociology AQA Grade 5 English Language 4.5 Spanish AQA Grade 6 English Language and Grade 6 Spanish 5.6 (or 7 in Spanish) Textiles and Fashion Design EDUQAS Grade 4 English Language and a Grade 5 in a creative arts subject or a merit at BTEC (if studied).If a creative arts subject has not been studied, a portfolio will be required. n/a In addition to the GCSE points score and specific subject grade requirements, students will be expected to have achieved at least grade 4 in a minimum of 5 GCSE courses.

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What are lessons like in this subject?

The course covers the basic principles of accounting right through to advanced considerations such as ethics in accounting. Topics

Accounting offers the opportunity for students to be able to apply their analytical and problem solving skills to quantitative and qualitative data. Students are able to develop their numeracy skills in great detail and the course enables students to apply formula and functions to real world business performance. Whilst studying Accounting, students also have the opportunity to partake in numerous extra-curricular activities including the ICAEW Base Accounting competition and student investor. Accounting overall helps students to be critical thinkers, often questioning and interpreting data from multiple angles whilst also developing strong communication skills to help others make informed decisions. The skills acquired throughout the course are transferable and prepare students for Higher Education or employment in a wide range of industries.

“Accounting is a subject I thoroughly enjoy. It has allowed me to see what I potentially would like to do as a future career path and allowed me to have a deeper understanding of the financial aspect of a business.”

•include:Therole of the accountant.

• The preparation, analysis and evaluation of financial statements, including how to use ratio analysis to compare the performance of businesses and wider considerations.

Studying Accounting will allow you to develop a range of numerical skills that you are able to apply to real world situations, proving a vital skill for businesses when making decisions. You will cover a range of accounting techniques that can be applied to small businesses such as sole traders, all the way up to large conglomerates. You will also be given further opportunities to apply accounting to the real world with enrichment activities that will enable you to apply the skills covered in lessons to the wider world. Grade 4 English Language and a Grade 6 Maths with a GCSE minimum point score of 4.5.

• Accounting for sole traders and partnerships.

What will I study?

Charlie Fullerton Hungerhill School Subject intent:

• The key elements of the foundation of accounting and double entry book-keeping.

• How to develop genuine and original ideas.

What are lessons like in this subject?

• How to analyse art through research and gallery visits to places such as London & Manchester.

• How to present creative and personal sketchbook, portfolio and exhibition work.

• A wide range of practical and research skills.

Fine Art

“This course provides a limitless scope for the imagination and how you can personally express yourself. Every project is different, allowing you to discover or build on your personal style.”

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You should study this subject if you are creative, curious and brave. The Fine Art A-Level allows you the opportunity to explore a wide range of skills and techniques, to break out of your comfort zone and explore new boundaries. From large scale drawing, mixed media and installation to printmaking, digital image making and photography, you will be encouraged to take risks in your artistic journey. The Fine Art A-Level aims to help you discover your voice as an artist and ask the question: what is art?

• A wide range of creative practitioners.

Grade 6 Creative Subject and Grade 4 in English Language. If a creative subject has not been studied, a portfolio will be required. ENTRY

• How to prepare yourself for onward study at Foundation and Degree level and the world of work in the creative field.

What will I study?

Phoebe Craighill South Axholme Academy Subject intent: Fine Art is offered as a truly creative opportunity for self-expression and growth of confidence. The curriculum provides independence, learning and thinking skills as well as practical elements and professional attitudes. The creative industries are currently one of the fasted growing in the UK and students can expect to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to continue into professions such as illustration, architecture, advertising, set design and fashion.

• Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems.

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A-level Biology build on our understanding of life and how we survive in our environment, it also develops key transferrable skills which could apply to any career you choose to follow in the future.”

• Biological molecules.

Grade 5 English Language and Grade 6 Maths with a GCSE minimum point score of 5.6.

• Genetic information and variation.

• Cells. • How organisms exchange substances with their environment.

• Energy transfer within and between organisms.

• Responses to internal and external environments.

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What are lessons like in this subject?

• Practical and investigative skills in Biology.Madison Slack Armthorpe Academy Subject intent: Biology develops key transferrable skills through the study of living organisms and their interactions with each other and their environment. Some of the highest skills shortages in Yorkshire are in STEM and our curriculum is designed to develop scientific methodology, awareness of the advances of technology, and recognition of the value of biology in society so that students can go on to enjoy careers in fields such as health and medicine, engineering and

We use metacognition at the heart of our teaching to promote understanding and memory of key concepts. Lessons are taught by teachers who are knowledgeable and have a passion for their subject. We focus on developing the skills needed to excel at Biology, lots of which are transferable and will help students succeed after their time at college. Many skills are developed during practical work, and we have well-equipped laboratories to support you with this.

a-level business

• Innovation in business in product and process.

• Managing change.

• Key functional areas – HR, Marketing, Operations and Finance.

Grade 4 English Language and a Grade 5 Maths with a GCSE minimum point score of 4.5.

What are lessons like in this subject?

• Business in the context of the external. environment and the competition in the market

The Hayfield School Subject intent: Key contemporary developments in the labour market such as digital technology, big data and the impact of globalisation are considered within the business curriculum. Opportunities to interact with industry is firmly embedded in the curriculum and students have regular opportunities to apply key employability skills in both the classroom and in the wider work-related opportunities that being a business student offers. “This course has developed my skills and knowledge of the business and marketing world. It is an interesting and enjoyable subject.”

• The impact of threats in the business environment and the extents to which different businesses are affected.

What will I study?

In Business lessons you will examine the everyday decisions made by businesses through case studies of a variety of firms, from the large wellknown multinationals, to small local independent ones. We use a combination of individual, paired and group work to develop your analysis and evaluation skills, through tasks such as building and delivering presentations, financial calculations, business games, simulations and role-play case studies. We will have trips to local businesses to see the application of theory in practice and real life, as well as to develop employability skills. Students also have the opportunity to practice the skills they learn in the classroom in real life situations through our enterprise enrichment project.

• Business as a whole, including ownership, stakeholders and aims of the business.

• Business operations in international markets.

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• Investment appraisal.

• Analysing key performance indicators in finance, marketing and HR.

The Chemistry curriculum allows students to develop an understanding of physical, inorganic and organic chemistry. It provides many transferable skills required for a range of careers. Teaching students’ skills in critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork and organisation prepares them well for the next steps that Chemistry can offer. These include careers in medicine, engineering, research, pharmacology and support the growing shortage in STEM in

Chemistry

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What are lessons like in this subject?

You’ll experience a range of activities that are planned to both challenge and develop your confidence of Chemistry. New content is introduced using comprehensive booklets of notes, examples and exercises, and lessons are planned to help you develop strategies for applying your new knowledge to a range of exam Throughoutquestions.

Grade 5 English Language and Grade 6 Maths, Grade 6 in Chemistry or 6-6 in Combined Science with a GCSE minimum point score of 5.6 (or a 7 in maths).

• Organic chemistry and analysis including aromatic compounds, carboxylic acids and esters, polymers and NMR.

is a course that challenges yet rewards like no other. The course is a well balanced mix between practical and theory, with the practicals being performed in new and hi-tech labs. The teachers have nothing but time for you, making themselves readily available for any additional needs you may have, providing you with the best opportunities to excel.”

The Hayfield School a-level Subject intent:

the course, you will undertake a number of practical activities per term. These are designed to meet the requirements of the Practical Endorsement, develop strong laboratory skills and to further develop your understanding of the practical applications of Chemistry. All of these activities will utilise specialist chemical equipment and dedicated teaching labs.

In Year 13, you will study:

What will I study?

• Physical chemistry and transition elements including enthalpy, entropy and free energy and redox and electrode potentials.

• Practical skills in chemistry.

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In Year 12, you will study: Practical skills in chemistry. Foundations in chemistry including atoms, compounds and molecules and bonding and structure.Theperiodic table and energy including periodicity, qualitative analysis and reaction rates and Coreequilibrium.organicchemistry including hydrocarbons, alcohols and haloalkanes and infrared spectroscopy (IR) and mass spectrometry (MS).

The Computer Science curriculum allows students to apply both abstract concepts and mathematics in real world solutions, making the course have a real life and relevant focus. Students are encouraged to look at the role of technology from a moral and ethical viewpoint and link this to the rule of law, and how technology aligns with our fundamental British values, and beyond to a worldwide audience. Computer Science qualifications also address the shortage in the UK jobs market, preparing our students for a wide range of degree courses, apprenticeships, and future roles in an ever-evolving and exciting sector.

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Unit 2 • Elements of computational thinking.

• Legal, moral, cultural and ethical issues.

• Problem solving and programming. • Algorithms to solve problems and standard algorithms.

Mia Wood Outwood Academy Adwick

The kind of trips you can expect to go on are university visits for students who want to understand what it will be like to study beyond A-Level, but we also get to see technology in action at businesses, expos and museums (both locally and further afield).

What are lessons like in this subject?

Grade 4 English Language, Grade 6 Maths and Grade 6 in Computer Science with a GCSE minimum point score of 5.6. ENTRY

• Software and software development • Exchanging data. • Data types, data structures and algorithms.

“Computer Science gives students the freedom to grow and become more independent as a programmer by exploring a range of languages, as well as supporting practical lessons with the theory and knowledge needed.”

Subject intent:

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Unit 1 • The characteristics of contemporary processors, input, output and storage devices.

Computer Science lessons usually begin with a friendly low stakes quiz, retrieval practice, or, as we move through the course, an exam style question. This is based upon the preview work that is set each week, or from a previous topic from earlier in the course. We then build upon the preview exercises by introducing new concepts and then doing a variety of activities to embed your understanding and clear up any misconceptions. We work in pairs, groups and individually; this depends upon the activity and if we are doing theory or programming.

What will I study?

• Inflation, growth and unemployment.

“Economicsopportunities.isauseful

In Economics lessons you will examine the principles and models of economics through real life examples recent UK and world events, as well as everyday applications from your own experiences, such as what affected your decision to buy a particular product or to choose a certain career path. We use a combination of individual, paired and group work to develop your analysis and evaluation skills, through tasks such as responding to exam questions, debates, complex problem solving of economics problems and Wesimulations.havetrips to local businesses to see how they are affected by economic changes and have visits form guest speakers from the industry and financial institutions who will explain their responses to economic policy changes. We have teaching classrooms and IT suites, and we will use Microsoft Teams as a library for all teaching resources as well as setting and collecting independent work.

Grade 5 English Language and Grade 6 Maths with a GCSE minimum point score of 5.

• The challenges of globalisation.

Microeconomics - individuals, firms and market behaviour:

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What are lessons like in this subject?

• Banking and Financial markets.

• Behavioural economics.

Macroeconomics- development in the national and international economy:

• Economic growth and development.

• The UK and European economy.

• Macro policy management.

• Price determination in competitive markets.

• Business economics.

• Living standards and quality of life.

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• How economic decisions are made.

Carter Essem Astrea Academy Woodfields Subject intent: Economics affects people on a daily basis, from the choice of products that we buy, the prices we pay for goods, and the way in which we trade and interact with other countries. Our Economics curriculum enables students to think critically about the world around them and the decisions made by policymakers, helping to develop both their analytical and evaluative skills. The course enables students to develop their ability to make informed judgements and to communicate their findings effectively. Students will again a greater insight into the economic changes seen in the area in which they live over the past 50 years, including the collapse of the industry and its impacts on the local area and how employment opportunities have changed since. Economics is seen on a daily basis by students without often realising it. Once they start studying, they begin to review their own choices and and interesting subject. It provides helpful knowledge about the economy of the country and world we live in.”

• Distribution of income and wealth: poverty and inequality.

• Government intervention into markets and government failure.

What will I study?

• Child language development. The course is assessed through the combination of two exam papers and coursework. The coursework requires you to write a 750-word creative text with an accompanying 750-word analytical commentary, as well as a 2000-word investigation in which you explore a language issue of your choosing. This is worth 20% of the qualification.

• Language change over time.

• How language is used to create meanings and representations. • Language diversity, including an exploration of gender, region, ethnicity and occupation.

You can expect English Language lessons to always be lively, engaging and varied. Through the exploration of a range of spoken and written texts, students will develop their appreciation and understanding of the complex issues that underpin communication. There will be opportunities to debate a range of topical issues, such as the relationship between language and gender identity, political correctness and political bias. In addition, students are encouraged to collect their own data for analysis, from motivational speeches and celebrity interviews to editorial features and sports commentaries. Students are also able to demonstrate their more creative side through the coursework, as well as developing their independent working skills through the completion of a Language Investigation. You will also benefit from our close links with universities, as well as a range of enrichment opportunities including taking part in writing competitions and a creative writing club.

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What are lessons like in this subject?

Grade 5 English Language with a GCSE minimum point score of 4.5.

Through the analysis of a range of texts, data and theories, you will study:

• Language discourses.

Dylicia Craddock Balby Carr Subject intent: The main focus behind the study of English Language is communication. Students are encouraged to explore how and why we communicate in the world in which we live, and how to express these ideas using their own successful communication skills. The asking of thought-provoking and polemical questions allows students to assess different arguments and to learn the value of their own thinking. Debate is crucial and encourages students to think outside of their own personal circumstances, developing their sense of empathy. Our English Language curriculum has been designed to enable students to understand the relationship between language and society, with a focus on honing their skills to be fully functioning members within that society.

“English is not only a subject that I find thoroughly enjoyable but also one that I have been able to apply to many aspects of my life such as critical thinking and developing the ability to appreciate and understand different perspectives and interpretations within the real world.”

In all of our lessons, we aim to share our passion for English with our students. We want you to love it as much as we do! At its heart, studying English Language and Literature involves reading. The beauty of this course is the wide variety of texts covered: from classic literary texts such as ‘Wuthering Heights’ to modern editorial articles and political speeches. In lessons, you can expect to engage in thorough analysis of these texts, accompanied by exciting discussions with your teachers and peers, as well as opportunities for independent research. Many of our students choose to go on to university and we have some excellent links with a range of institutions, who are able to offer our students high quality resources, subject specific seminars and taster sessions. We also offer the chance to visit Howarth to help students immerse themselves in the work of Emily Brontë.

In Year 12 and 13 you will study a range of fiction and non-fiction texts: Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë. A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams.

• Unseen prose. In addition, the coursework requires you to write two texts totalling around 1500 words: one fiction piece and one non-fiction piece, with an accompanying analytical commentary of around 1000 words. This is worth 20% of the qualification.

“I believe that the course delivers a proportional and fulfilling mix of both English literature and language, whilst allowing me to explore both subjects whilst only taking up one slot. I have found the studied texts of Wuthering Heights and A Streetcar Named Desire both challenging and intriguing, spurring interest due to them both challenging modern day ideals. throughout to leave you with a well-rounded knowledge and skill base in English. I would highly recommend this course to students thinking of taking English.”

What will I study?

• A collection of Romantic poetry.

• An anthology of non-fiction writing, entitled ‘Voices’.

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The Hayfield School a-level Subject intent: In the English Language and Literature curriculum, students are encouraged to develop their skills as producers and interpreters of language, reflecting on how writers convey messages and how they can use writing to convey messages of their own. Students will develop an analytical lexicon comprising of key linguistic and literary terms that they can apply to any seen or unseen text. The analytical commentary that forms part of the curriculum allows students to develop not only their self-awareness, but an ability to evaluate how the texts they have written fit within wider literary and linguistic traditions. The many skills developed across the course equip students for success, not only in English, but in other subjects and the wider world

What are lessons like in this subject?

Grade 5 English Language and Grade 5 English Literature with a GCSE minimum point score of 4.5.

What are lessons like in this subject?

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You always know when English Literature lessons are happening because our classrooms are filled with enthusiasm and passion for the written word. Students who choose this subject can expect to be encouraged to share their love for literature by exploring a wide range of texts, including prose, poetry and drama. You will engage in spirited discussions, reflecting on a wide range of different perspectives and write thoughtful essays about the writer’s craft, commenting on how ideas can be shaped by the contexts in which they are written. Amongst the many enrichment opportunities that we offer, you can join a book club, attend subject specialist seminars and benefit from our close links with a range of universities, who are able to offer students an invaluable insight into the options available to them after college.

“This course challenges you to understand deeper meanings behind texts and help to understand the literacy world which is explored through challenging texts which are not only interesting to read but also constitutes to broadening your knowledge.”

• The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood.

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• Frankenstein by Mary Shelley.

The course is assessed through the combination of three exam papers and coursework. The coursework requires you to write an extended essay of around 2500 words comparing two literary texts of your own choosing. This is worth 20% of the qualification.

• Othello by William Shakespeare.

The English Literature curriculum acts as a gateway for helping students to engage with world issues, debate related concepts and to appreciate how different audiences can react to the same material. This helps to prepare students for successfully navigating their way through contemporary society. It enables students to develop a better understanding of the world we live in through the eyes of a wide range of authors, their characters and the contexts within which they write. Understanding of the impact of history, society and culture on literary texts is integral to the course. The studying of texts will also provide students with a sustained and deep understanding of English Literature as a tradition and how it has changed over time, through the exploration of pre-1900 texts, including Shakespeare’s Othello and one post-2000 text. The texts studied encompass drama, prose and poetry.

Overall, English Literature provides students with the opportunity to explore current topics, widens their understanding of the world in which they live and provides opportunities to further develop cultural capital.

• A collection of poems by John Keats.

• An anthology of modern poetry to compare with unseen poetry.

You will engage critically and creatively with a substantial body of texts, including:

Grade 5 English Language and Grade 5 English Literature with a GCSE minimum point score of 4.5.

• A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams.

What will I study?

Lewis Jake Davies Ash Hill Academy Subject intent:

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Component 3: NEA - 20% • An Independent investigation conducted by the student.Harriet Ashley South Axholme Academy a-level Subject intent: The Geography curriculum ensures that our students are able to understand the world in which they live and inspire them to tackle the issues we face. In making sense of the world we live in, the interactions between human and physical process and exploring sustainable futures our students will develop a range of skills that prepare them for work or further study. Our geographers become proficient at researching and exploring geographical issues, they develop problem solving and decision making skills whilst handling and collecting data in the field. Our Geography students leave enriched with skills, become intellectually aware of what is happening in the world and ready to understand, study or work in a changing

you about the world we live in today and how this is changing in the future - from the way the world is governed to anthropogenic climate change and to the geography of place. Geography is one subject you carry with you for the rest of your life!”

What will I study?

Component 1: Physical Geography - 40% Coastal systems and landscapes, Hazards and Water and carbon.

What are lessons like in this subject?

Component 2: Human Geography - 40% • Changing places, Global systems and governance and Resource security.

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Grade 5 English Language, Grade 6 in Geography and a Grade 4 in Maths with a GCSE minimum point score of 5.

In Geography, lessons are engaging and interactive. We use IT, media, and a range of academic materials to explore and research geographical issues. There are four days of required fieldwork where students conduct data collection tasks, visiting the Holderness coasts and exploring the local geography.

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Subject intent: Graphic Design gives students the opportunity to develop as creative practitioners and to learn about the breadth of creative opportunities in the design sector. They develop the necessary practical, professional and personal skills to create a diverse portfolio of work and to flourish as a freelance creative. The creative industries are currently one of the fasted growing in the UK and students can expect to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to continue into professions such as marketing and communications, graphic design and illustration, digital and interactive media, or interior and architectural design.

Graphic Design lessons include a combination of practical workshops, 1:1 tutorials, and independent project work. In Year 12 the course is structured to develop the fundamentals of Graphic Design, covering a range of traditional skills including drawing, mixed media, and professional digital techniques using industry standard Adobe software. The use of typography is integral, either hand rendered, or computer generated. In Year 13 you will have more freedom to explore your own design interests and select themes appropriate for your future career aspirations. The Visual Arts department has professional standard studio spaces with Apple Macs, Adobe Creative Suite software, and Wacom drawing tablets. It also has a wide variety of other artsbased specialist tools and equipment to encourage students to explore multidisciplinary techniques such as photography and printmaking. We operate an ‘open door’ policy to allow students to use the equipment and studio spaces independently outside of their lessons.

Grade 4 English Language and Grade 5 in a visual arts subject or a merit at BTEC (if studied).If a creative subject has not been studied, a portfolio will be required.

What will I study?

Typography and font design. Drawing skills (both traditional and digital). Colour theory. • Traditional printing techniques. • Visual research. • Adobe Illustrator. • Adobe Photoshop. • Contextual skills. • Infographics. • Independent working skills. • Layout and presentation. • Editorial and branding.

Thomas Bird The Hayfield School a-level

“Graphics is a great course as you can explore many different types of design throughout different time periods and many different forms of media. You learn to use a variety of different programs like Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign and how to use them creatively in your own work.”

Paper 2 - Revolution and Dictatorship, Russia 1917-1953

Paper 1 - The Tudors, 1485-1603 This breadth module covers the entire Tudor reign (Henry Vll, Henry Vlll, Edward, Mary and Elizabeth). It explores themes such as Government, Economics, Foreign Policy, Rebellions, Society and Religion across the whole period.

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Subject intent: Our History curriculum intends to help students understand the significance of historical events, the role of individuals in history and the nature of change over time. A History A-Level will help students gain a deeper understanding of the past through political, social, economic and cultural perspectives. These skills are vital for young people as they start to develop a wider awareness of the political world around them.

In History, we engage learners with sources and text written by historians and use these to interpret events from the past. We use quizzes to test student content, whilst prompting students to beat their best score. We promote academic literature which supports students learning and invite guest speakers who are passionate about their subject.

Emma Stewart Rossington All Saints Academy “Studying History has been very interesting, as you discover many aspects of the Tudor period and Russian revolution. The teachers always make the lessons fun and engaging for the class, that helps us learn in a unique way.”

Grade 5 English Language and Grade 6 History (if studied) with a GCSE minimum point score of 5.

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This depth module covers Russia and the USSR. It explores topics such as: The Russian Revolution; Bolshevik consolidation of power; The Leadership struggle after Lenin’s death; Life after Stalin’s Dictatorship; World War Two and the beginning of the Cold War. NEA - German History

This piece of coursework requires the students to investigate 100 years of German history through looking at either the experiences of minority groups or the experiences of women, and evaluating how life changed, improved or regressed for these social groups.

What are lessons like in this subject?

• 3 exams at the end of 2 years.

Subject intent: Law provides a grounding and basis for students to become an informed citizen. Our curriculum helps to develop the British values of students by reviewing the rule of Law and how key cases have helped to shape the English Legal system and their impact on society. Through studying Law students also develop individual liberty and mutual respect of others and are able to identify how their decisions can influence decision making. Our curriculum also enables our students to review different viewpoints from individuals and make informed decisions based on evidence, leading to many careers within the field of Law such as legal clerks, barristers or becoming a judge.

Criminal law - general elements, non-fatal offences, fatal offences, property offences, mental capacity defences and general defences. Law making - legislation and delegated legislation, law reform, European law, judicial precedent and statutory interpretation.

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English legal system - criminal courts and lay people, legal profession, civil courts and funding.

What are lessons like in this subject?

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Throughout the course, there is a variety of different teaching methods used to support learner’s knowledge and understanding. The lessons concentrate on varied retrieval techniques and group activities. The subject is taught using legal case law and students use this knowledge to apply to scenario-based activities. Due to the nature of the subject, discussions and debates occur often. Learning is continued outside the classroom by regular visits to the local courts. Furthermore, we organise guest speakers including members of the legal profession and the national crime agency.

Tort law - negligence, vicarious liability, occupiers’ liability, torts connected to land and defences and remedies. • Nature of law - justice, society and morality.

Grade 5 English Language with a GCSE minimum point score of 4.5.

• 100% exam based.

“A-Level Law covers lots of interesting and relevant parts of the English legal system whether you are interested in going into law or just want to learn more about the subject. You are supported by dedicated teachers who help push students to achieve their full potential.”

Beatrice Woodhall

• Human rights - Human Rights Act, articles under the European Convention of Human Rights, enforcement and protection of human rights.

What will I study?

• Exam Board OCR.

What will I study?

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teachers at NCD are exceptional. They always go the extra mile for all students and are always happy to help. I’d not only recommend maths for the course, but also for the learning environment created by the maths team.”

• Proof. • Algebra and functions. • Coordinate geometry.

Grade 4 English Language and Grade 7 Maths with a GCSE minimum point score of 5.6.

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Lessons start with retrieval practice: previous topics taught are consolidated using quizzes, skills tests, or exam questions. Exemplar models are worked through in the lesson to introduce new topics. Time is allocated to practising skills and application in problem solving. Students are encouraged to engage in discussion to deepen their knowledge. Mini whiteboards, card matching activities, interactive resources and web sites are used in lessons. Students become proficient in the use of a graphical calculator. Activities such as sketching graphs, solving simultaneous equations, carrying out statistical calculations and much more are performed in lessons on their calculator.

• Sequences and series.

What are lessons like in this subject?

Corrin Player South Axholme Academy Subject intent: Studying A Level Mathematics encourages learners to think and act mathematically, using mathematical skills and forms of communication to analyse situations within mathematics and elsewhere. Mathematics underpins all areas of our lives and studying maths allows students to think logically and break complex problems into smaller steps. The course emphasises how mathematical ideas are interconnected and demonstrates how mathematics can be applied to model situations 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 Havingbusiness.the skills from Mathematics makes students employable in virtually all careers as it blends communication and problem solving skills together. It also prepares learners for a wide range of destinations in higher education and employment as all of the skills taught in A-Level Mathematics are transferable in to higher education and the work

• Trigonometry. • Exponentials and logarithms.

Maths enrichment is on offer throughout the year. Examples include university trips to maths departments to experience maths lectures and student life; the opportunity to participate in the senior maths challenge and team maths challenge annually; and guest lecturers and speakers are invited into college to give inspiring maths talks.

• Calculus. • Numerical methods. • Statistics (including data, probability, binomial and normal distributions, and hypothesis testing).

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The course will include:

• Mechanics (including vectors, kinematics, Newton’s laws, and moments).

Jack Green Armthorpe Academy a-level

• Polar coordinates. • Hyperbolic functions. • Differential equations.

If studied, Further Maths must be a fourth subject and you must also be taking A-Level Maths. Grade 4 English Language and Grade 8 Maths with a GCSE minimum point score of 5.6.

Subject intent: Students who want to continue with Maths or Computer Science at degree level will benefit from studying Further Maths as it is a requirement for some higher education providers. Students will see the links between different areas of mathematics and apply their mathematical skills across all areas. Students will learn how to reason logically and recognise incorrect reasoning. Students are taught to read and comprehend mathematical arguments, including justifications of methods and formulae, and students will gain confidence to communicate their understanding. Students will use their mathematical skills and techniques to solve challenging problems, which require them to decide on the solution strategy. All of these skills are highly desirable in the work place and in further education.

• Matrices. • Further algebra and functions.

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• Further numerical methods. • Further mechanics (including energy, circular motion, momentum, and centres of mass).

Just as in Maths, Further Maths lessons always begin with retrieval practice – a quiz, skills check, or past exam question. Then new concepts are introduced using teacher examples, enhanced with interactive graphing software and other exploratory activities. The emphasis is on building a strong conceptual understanding in order to develop problem-solving ability. Time in lessons is devoted to doing as much mathematics as possible – individually, working in small groups, or in whole-class discussion, with students being invited to contribute their solution strategies or lead examples on the board. The use of a graphical calculator is essential for further mathematics and so this is explicitly taught in lessons. Further mathematicians often lead our entries to the UKMT individual and team challenges, and support is provided for those wishing to apply to top-tier universities through mock interviews and assistance with preparing for the STEP, MAT, and TMUA papers.

“Further Maths expands your knowledge from what you learn during A-Level Maths, making it a challenging subject but in a good way. You also get to learn lots of new concepts, which will prepare you better for university if you are planning on doing maths at that level.”

• Further vectors.

What are lessons like in this subject?

The course will include: ComplexProof. numbers.

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• Further calculus.

• Further statistics (including random variables, further hypothesis testing, and confidence intervals).

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What are lessons like in this subject?

Lilah Grace Cook Armthorpe Academy Subject intent: Media Studies offers students the opportunity to develop a thorough and in depth understanding of the media and its central role in contemporary culture, society and politics. Media also allows the wider development of creative, organisational and communication skills. The curriculum is delivered using industry standard approaches so that students can gain a broad knowledge of the industry and the growing career needs in this industry in the Yorkshire area.

You’ll also develop technical skills in how to use industry-standard equipment such as Apple iMacs, Adobe Creative Suite and camera Inequipment.additionto the course, you will experience talks with media employers and higher education providers and have the opportunity to go on trips to learn about the creative media industries. Grade 5 English Language or Grade 5 English Literature with a GCSE minimum point score of 4.5.

• Magazines. • Radio. • Newspapers. • Video Games. • Music Videos.

The lessons in Media Studies will therefore help you to keep pace with this constantly changing and exciting industry. Lessons are based around exploring set products in class through analysis, research and debate. You’ll learn skills such as how to filter ‘fake news’, see how adverts are constructed to manipulate audiences and investigate the business side of the industry.

You will explore a wide range of historical and modern media products through four key areas: media language, representation, industry and audience. You’ll get to study the following media

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•••industries:Television.Film.Onlineand social media.

• Advertising, PR and marketing.

What will I study?

“After studying media, watching a film or playing a video game is never the same, it broadens horizons and adds excitement to the way you introduce yourself to media in the future. I’ve enjoyed studying media at New College, it’s really inspiring in many aspects.”

From TV to film, social media to podcasts, advertising to video games and everything in between - Media Studies plays a big part of our everyday lives. It’s never been so relevant to develop key skills in this industry.

What are lessons like in this subject?

Grade 4 English Language and Grade 5 in a visual arts subject or a merit at BTEC (if studied). If a creative subject has not been studied, a portfolio will be required.

Photography lessons vary in teaching and learning methods and include a combination of practical workshops, 1:1 tutorials and independent project work. In Year 12 the course is structured to develop fundamental photographic skills which include; composition, exposure, traditional darkroom procedures, studio lighting techniques and digital editing using Adobe software.

• Studio and location photography.

The course will include: Composition: how to frame an image and create visually exciting photographs.

• Darkroom photography: how to use a traditional 35mm film camera and how to develop and print photographs.

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Subject intent: Photography offers students a diverse and in depth range of skills from learning how to use DSLRs manually to an in depth experience in the black and white darkroom. Students gain a broad knowledge in critical analysis developing thoughtful and conceptual ideas, expressed in still images. The curriculum is designed to encourage, practice and develop their technical skillset to develop as photographers and to bridge the gap between technical understanding and creativity. Students are taught professional practices to aid them in further education and employment/ my artistic creativity and the teachers have helped me learn what to do better and how to make my work perfect.”

Practical work is informed by contextual research and critical analysis of other photographers work and recorded digitally and in physical sketchbooks. Students progressively explore their own independent photographic interests, selecting themes appropriate for their future career aspirations. The Visual Arts department boasts professional standard studio spaces with Apple Macs, Adobe Creative Suite software, a darkroom and a photography lighting studio. It also has a wide range of other arts-based specialist tools and equipment to encourage students to explore multidisciplinary techniques. We operate an ‘open door’ policy to allow students to use the equipment and studio spaces independently outside of their lessons.

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• Digital photography: the functions of a digital camera.

• How to critique your work and that of others.

• Digital manipulation: use of Adobe applications to correct and alter images.

• How to present your work creatively in both digital and hand-made sketchbooks.

• How to best communicate concepts and meanings to your viewer.

Oscar Laurence Marsh Hill House School a-level

What will I study?

The Hayfield School

What are lessons like in this subject?

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• Evaluation and analysis of performance for improvement (EAPI).

The lessons are typically classroom based, but you will have applied practical sessions within training methods and fitness testing lessons. The sports leaders qualification alongside this course helps to apply the practical content of learning skills in sporting environments. The practical part of the course is equivalent to 15% of the final grade. This includes video footage and a competitive sport log. There are two trust moderation days at Hull University and regular Wednesday fixtures to help you evidence this part of your grade.

Grade 4 English Language, Grade 5 PE (if studied) and Grade 5-5 Combined Science, and must be currently playing a competitive sport with a GCSE minimum point score of 4.5.

Subject intent: In this modern era it is important that students understand the importance of exercise and our Physical Education curriculum is designed to enable learners to become confident, resilient and healthy learners, both theoretically and applied practically, and to encourage a lasting interest in sport and physical recreation. Applied general and A-Level routes require students to be meta-cognitive and selfregulating in their grasp of exercise physiology and each route demands a confidence in applying this knowledge into different roles within challenging environments (for instance, community fitness centres or competitive sport).

• Exercise physiology. • Biomechanics. • Skill acquisition. • Sports psychology. • Sport and society.

“This course was always my favourite throughout college, the content learnt can be applied on a personal level to your sports performance which will help you to develop skills outside of just the classroom. The staff have always been so helpful and manage to strike the perfect balance between practical and theory lessons.

Dylan Whitaker

• Applied anatomy and physiology.

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• Contemporary issues in physical activity and sport performance.

What will I study?

• Electricity, including resistivity and superconductivity.

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• An optional unit, ‘Turning points in Physics’, which builds on a range of the physics studied in earlier sections.

• Particles and radiation, including antiparticles, quarks and quantum phenomena.

What will I study?

Year 13 • Further mechanics, including oscillations and circular motion.

Year 12

What are lessons like in this subject?

• Fields and their consequences, including electrical fields, capacitors, gravitational fields, orbits, magnetic fields and electromagnetic induction.

• Nuclear physics, our knowledge of the nucleus and its application.

• Practical skills.

Freddie Halkon South Axholme Academy

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Physics is challenging but incredibly rewarding. It allows me to think critically about the fundamental components of our universe. Coupled with the fact that college has excellent resources and teachers which both help challenge me with questions that further enhance and expand my knowledge of the world we live in.”

We hope to offer the opportunity to visit the Large Hadron Collider at CERN in Switzerland. This is a hugely popular and successful trip where students get to speak to scientists at the cutting edge of particle physics.

• Mechanics and materials, including projectile motion and collisions.

• Waves, including the strange things that happen when waves meet.

New content is shared in small chunks to support students in their understanding. After the initial explanation, the understanding of the material is then deepened through problem solving, group work and analysing exam questions. Physics is a very hands-on subject so whenever there is opportunity to do so, the learning of new content is supported with demonstrations or practical Ininvestigations.additiontodiscovering new material, we will also spend part of our lessons on content that we have already covered. Retrieval practice is the most effective way to ensure that we are prepared for the examination, and this will be a part of every lesson.

Subject intent: Physics develops key transferrable skills through the study of the universe from the smallest to the largest scales. Some of the highest skills shortages in Yorkshire are in STEM and our curriculum is designed to develop scientific methodology, awareness of the advances of technology and recognition of the value of Physics in society so that students can go on to enjoy careers in fields such as engineering (mechanical, structural and civil), geophysics and radiation

Grade 5 English Language, Grade 6 Maths and Grade 6 in Physics or Grade 6-6 in Combined Science with a GCSE minimum point score of 5.6 (or a 7 in maths).

• Thermal physics, including gas laws.

• Practical skills.

Grade 5 English Language with a GCSE minimum point score of 5.

• Parliament. • The prime minister and the cabinet.

• Electoral systems.

Component 3: Comparative Politics: the USA

• Congress.

• Voting behaviour and the media.

• Comparative approaches- how do US/UK politics compare? Jakub Bartlomiej Zietek Astrea Academy Woodfields Subject intent: A-Level Politics enables students to question the structures and systems that shape their lives on a daily basis. The intent of the course encourages student to think critically and form developed arguments grounded in their own knowledge and experience. Politics allows students to gain a deeper understanding of their own country not just as it is today but how it has been shaped by past events, as well as covering aspects of economics, sociology and philosophy. The course also has strong links to contemporary issues that young people preparing for life outside of the school environment should be aware of such as human and civil rights, individual liberty and the value of a society that values democracy and free expression.

• The supreme court.

In Politics lessons, we learn how to form and structure a consistent argument in the form of essays. Lessons are engaging and interactive, and students are expected to keep up to date with political news, both in the UK (United Kingdom) and in the USA.

Component 1: UK Politics • Democracy and political participation.

• Core political ideas: conservatism, liberalism, and socialism.

Component 2: UK Government • The constitution.

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• UK political parties.

• Non-core political ideas: anarchism.

• Relations between the branches.

• The constitution.

• The presidency.

Students will also encounter viewpoints both from course content but also their peers that do not align with their own, and will develop the skills to engage with arguments and individuals whose ideas differ from their own in a mature and professional way.

What are lessons like in this subject?

What will I study?

“Politics will take you on a journey of knowledge of both the UK and US political systems. Teachers provide you with engaging lessons and related debates on a regular basis. If you have an interest in politics, then A-Level Politics is definitely a great subject for you to choose.”

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• Paper 2 Exam - approaches in Psychology (different perspectives), biological psychology, research methods used in Psychology.

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Grade 5 English Language, Grade 5 Maths and Grade 5-5 in Combined Science with a GCSE minimum point score of 5.

• Paper 1 Exam - memory, attachment in children, social influence (conformity and obedience), psychopathology (mental disorders).

What are lessons like in this subject?

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What will I study?

Psychology is the academic and scientific study of the brain, mind, and behaviour. The role of biology, upbringing and culture on behaviour will be explored, and you will gain a greater understanding of why people act the way that they do. Excursions offered to psychology students include attending educational conferences with guest speakers in psychology, and also visiting Auschwitz concentration camp in Krakow, Poland, where psychological research about the dangers of ‘blind’ obedience is Typicalexplored.lessons include a range of activities where students work independently and collaboratively with others completing mini white board tasks, exam questions and quizzes, for example. All lessons involve students being active participants in their learning by taking part in class discussions and sharing thoughts and opinions about topics studied.

• Paper 3 Exam - schizophrenia, relationships, aggression, issues and philosophical debates in Psychology.

The Hayfield School Subject intent: The Psychology curriculum allows core areas in the history and development of psychology to be studied and offers different perspectives into the explanations of the human mind and behaviour. Psychology encourages skills to be developed that focus heavily on developing an insight into the methodological strengths and weaknesses of research, and critical analysis of theories, which are useful life skills which can be transferred into the work place. The knowledge gained will help students to develop into well- grounded adults, with an understanding of the causes of mental health issues, how to be responsible parents, when to conform and obey others, and what triggers aggression.

“Psychology’s entertaining lessons and enthusiastic teachers make learning about people’s behaviours and society fascinating and exciting.”

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What are lessons like in this subject?

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Grade 5 English Language with a GCSE minimum point score of 4.5.

Religion, Ethics and Philosophy lessons include thinking and talking about issues that are relevant in contemporary society and also have had a huge impact throughout history. You will have the opportunity to reflect on what it means to be human, and to discuss and evaluate the impact of belief or lack of belief on lifestyles.

You may get the opportunity to attend subject conferences at universities and visit places of religious significance.

• Philosophy of Religion: arguments for the existence of God, challenges to religious belief including the problem of evil and psychological challenges from Freud and Jung, religious experience and religious language.

Amie Leigh Whiteman Queen Elizabeth’s High School Subject intent: Studying Religion, Ethics and Philosophy challenges students to think about deep and controversial questions. It incorporates three key areas of study (theology, philosophy and social sciences) and is designed to inspire students to reflect on what it means to be humans and evaluate and reflect on the impact of beliefs on lifestyles. Students are encouraged to develop open minds that are analytical and evaluative, giving them the essential skills that are critical in large variety of careers.

• Religion and Ethics: religious and secular theories about what makes actions moral and immoral, ethical theories applied to moral issues e.g. animal testing for medical research and debates whether or not humans have free will.

• Study of Religion (Christianity): religious figures and sacred texts, religious concepts, social and historical developments in religious thought e.g. attitudes to wealth and poverty and religious practices.

You will have the opportunity to work in small groups to share ideas and develop oracy skills. During your lessons you will learn to extract relevant information from texts and use it to write analytical essays in a structured and effective way. You will be frequently tested in a variety of ways to aid your knowledge and understanding of the subject content.

“I loved studying the different theories that have helped to shape people’s views and society. Debating ethical decisions and philosophical questions as well as learning about how Christianity has changed over time and how it still impacts culture today.”

What will I study?

• Education: education policy, theories of the role of education in society, class, gender and ethnic differences in achievement.

Subject intent: Sociology gives students the opportunity to study the social world and equips them with the appropriate skills and knowledge needed to be able to understand and explain the societal impact on an individual’s life chances. The curriculum is designed and delivered to encourage our students to challenge assumptions and develop their societal awareness. They will also develop skills and methods to investigate and communicate, providing key skills that are valuable for any field of employment that involves working with people, from careers in the public sector to media and “Sociologybusiness.isa

really enjoyable subject that lets you discuss and debate sociological theories and apply them to the real world, showing how different people view society. The teachers are supportive and make the lessons engaging and fun.”

What will I study?

Emily Kate Morgan

• Crime and deviance: theories of crime, social patterns of crime, victims, prevention and punishment, global crime.

What are lessons like in this subject?

• Families and households: changing patterns of family life, childhood, functions of the family, gender roles, and social policy.

In Sociology lessons, students engage in a range of learning activities including individual and group work, discussions and quizzes. Students are encouraged to discuss contemporary issues in society such as why people commit crime, or why social class affects educational achievement. Sociology is a subject that develops critical and analytical thinking skills, so students are encouraged to read, analyse and discuss sociological research and theories. Students are supported in developing their essay writing and evaluation skills. In addition, the department invites professional sociologists to talk to students about their research into society.

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Grade 5 English Language with a GCSE minimum point score of 4.5.

• Beliefs: theories of religious organisations including cults, the relationship between social groups, beliefs and practices, significance of religion in the contemporary world.

• Sociological theories: sociological views such as feminism, functionalism and postmodernism.

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• Research methods: surveys, interviews, observation, secondary sources.

What are lessons like in this subject?

Spanish is taught in a specialist language room meaning students have plenty of IT access to facilitate independently controlled listening practice (as in the A-Level exam) and pair-work speaking practice. Lessons cover the four main language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing and are taught, as far as possible, in the target language. Grammar teaching is also integrated within the teaching of the A-Level topics. In addition to the three lessons, students have a separate speaking session in a pair / individually to enhance fluency and confidence in this skill area. We offer students an opportunity to visit Spain during their course to further develop their cultural knowledge and linguistic competence. Students can participate in many Enrichment opportunities relating to cultural experience, languages in Higher Education and the world of work. Spanish A-Level students can always expect lessons to be fun and relaxed yet challenging and supportive with a consistent focus on the teaching and learning needed in order to get students to where they need to be. Grade 6 English Language and Grade 6 Spanish with a GCSE minimum point score of 5.6 (or a 7 in Spanish).

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• Racism.

• Regional identity in Spain.

• Immigration.

• Popular movements. In addition, students study a film and a book, and carry out an independent research project which forms a major part of their final A-Level oral exam.

“This course focuses on the social and historical aspects of Spanish-speaking countries that most people don’t know. Spanish is perfect for anyone who likes to debate controversial subjects.”

Maria Alexandra Codrean Outwood Academy Danum Subject intent: The Spanish curriculum intends to deepen a curiosity and love of languages and other cultures, as well as develop an advanced understanding of how languages work. Through a focus on both culture and communication, we aim to foster a passion for exploring a foreign language and comparing it to our own. Language learning provides an insight into others’ countries and cultures and thus widens our intellectual horizons and promotes social mobility. We aim to broaden students’ knowledge and skills beyond the subject specification, exposing them to as much authentic material as possible. We aim to challenge our students to achieve a high level of communicative competence in the four equally important attainment targets of listening, speaking, reading and writing, thus not only developing literacy skills but also strengthening students’ resilience and problemsolving Throughskills.studying Spanish, students will see the benefits of travelling the world and will be offered the opportunity to visit and have firsthand experience of family life in Spain, therefore ensuring they have the skills to communicate and have meaningful and life-changing experience.

• Equality of the sexes.

What will I study?

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• Influence of idols.

• Cultural heritage.

• Monarchies and dictatorships.

• Coexistence. • Young people today, citizens of tomorrow.

Students will study topics from a range of political, social and cultural themes all in relation to the Spanish-speaking world following the AQA A-Level

• Cyberspace.

•course:Traditional and modern values.

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Grade 4 English Language and a Grade 5 in a creative arts subject or a merit at BTEC (if studied).If a creative arts subject has not been studied, a portfolio will be required.

Lara Shadlock Ash Hill Academy Subject intent:

The intent of the Textile and Fashion Design curriculum is to progress student understanding through exposure to professional skills and techniques inherent to professional and undergraduate study in Textiles. Students are offered the chance to explore a range of textile art skills and specialist fashion design techniques. It gives students the experience of working to a live brief from the ideas generation stage, client profiling, and design ideas through to the production of final garments and exhibition pieces. These are essential skills and experiences necessary for success in any creative industry. Students prepare a personal portfolio of creative work that sets them up to work as designers in areas such as the fashion industry, marketing and communications, interior design, and textile art. “What I like about this subject is I am able to try new techniques that I wasn’t able to do at secondary and has enabled me to have more freedom in my work.”

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You will engage with live briefs, thinking like a designer in industry, and have talks from practitioners, FAD and university courses to aid with your progression into creative degrees and job roles.

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What will I study?

• Observational drawing.

• Felt-making. • Garment construction. • Fashion illustration. • Concept building and contextual research. • Portfolio presentation.

What are lessons like in this subject?

You will work in a welcoming, creative, open studio environment, experiencing both traditional and contemporary Textile and Fashion Design processes. You will have access to industry standard Mac suites, weaving looms, sewing machines and screen-printing equipment alongside a range of experimental processes and materials across the Visual Arts department.

• Mark-making. • Fabric manipulation. • Embroidery. • Weave and knit. • Collage. • Printmaking. • Experimental textiles.

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62 COURSE TYPE EQUIV.A-LEVEL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS SCOREPOINTGCSEMINIMUM Business CertificateExtended BTEC 1 Grade 4 in English Language and Grade 4 Maths 3.5 Criminology Diploma WJEC 1 Grade 5 English Language and a minimum GCSE points score of 4.5 4.5 Digital Design and Commercial Photography Diploma UAL 1 Grade 4 in English Language and Grade 4 or Merit in a visual arts subject (if studied). If a creative subject has not been studied, a portfolio will be required n/a Creative Digital Media Practice (Games Design) Extended Certificate BTEC 1 Grade 4 in English Language 3.5 Creative Digital Media Production (BTEC Extended Certificate) MEDIA BTEC 1 Grade 4 in English Language 3.5 Health and Social Care Extended Certificate BTEC 1 Grade 4 English Language 3.5 Health and Social Care Diploma BTEC 2 Grade 4 English Language 3.5 Health and Social Care Extended Diploma BTEC 3 Grade 4 English Language and Grade 4-4 Science 3.5 Human Biology (Applied) Extended Certificate BTEC 1 Grade 4 in English Language, Grade 5 in Maths and 5-5 in Science 3.5 IT Introductory Diploma OCR 1 Grade 4 English Language 3.5 APPLIED REQUIREMENTSGENERAL

63 Law Extended(Applied)Certificate BTEC 1 Grade 4 English Language 3.5 Music CertificateExtended BTEC 1 Grade 4 in English Language and a Grade 4 (or merit) in Music (if studied) (plus audition) 3.5 Performing and Production Arts Diploma UAL 1 Grade 4 English Language (plus audition) 3.5 Performance (Dance) Extended Certificate BTEC 1 Grade 4 English Language (plus audition) 3.5 Psychology (Applied) Extended Certificate BTEC 1 Grade 4 English Language, Grade 4 Maths, Grade 4-4 Science 3.5 Science Extended(Applied)Certificate BTEC 1 Grade 4 in English Language, Grade 5 in Maths and 5-5 in Science 4.5 Sport CertificateExtended BTEC 1 Grade 4 English Language and 4 in PE or merit at BTEC (if studied) 3.5 Sport Diploma BTEC 2 Grade 4 English Language and 4 in PE or merit at BTEC (if studied) 3.5 Sport Extended Diploma BTEC 3 Grade 4 English Language and 4 in PE or merit at BTEC (if studied) 3.5 Uniformed Protective Services CertificateExtended BTEC 1 Grade 4 English Language 3.5 Uniformed Protective Services Diploma BTEC 2 Grade 4 English Language 3.5 Uniformed Protective Services Extended Diploma BTEC 3 Grade 4 English Language 3.5 In addition to the GCSE points score and specific subject grade requirements, students will be expected to have achieved at least grade 4 in a minimum of 5 GCSE courses.

The creative industries are one of the Key contemporary developments in the labour market such as digital technology, big data and the impact of globalisation are considered within the business curriculum. Opportunities to interact with industry are firmly embedded in the curriculum and students have regular opportunities to apply key employability skills in both the classroom and in the wider workrelated opportunities that being a business student offers. Subject

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The course contains both exams and coursework units, involves both theory and practical application, and covers a wide range of topics including the following: Mandatory examples: • Exploring Business.

Optional examples: • Recruitment and selection. Corporate social responsibility.

• Work experience in business. What will I study?

EXTENDED CERTIFICATE businessbtec

In BTEC Business we ensure that our lessons allow opportunities for learners to practice developing employability skills. Lessons build on real-life examples to help learners see theory in practice. In the past we have had guest speakers from Morrisons and Arla, and we have also visited Cadbury World, an Amazon factory and The Bank of England in London to further learners’ knowledge and understanding of the business world. We have a range of IT suites to use for lessons and Microsoft Teams will be used as a library of resources to help aid independent learning in this subject.

• Investigating customer service.

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“Studying BTEC Business has really opened my mind to the different areas and activities that take place within a business organization and the industry as a whole. i love studying this subject as it has helped me learn the information I need that I will use in career.”my Adam Fisher

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• Developing a marketing campaign. Personal and business finance.

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What are lessons like in this subject?

• Managing an event.

• Crime and punishment: law-making, criminal justice, forms and functions of punishment. (Year 2 Exam)

• Crime scene to courtroom: the criminal justice system from investigation to verdict, personnel and techniques involved in criminal investigations and courtroom procedures. (Year 2 Controlled Assessment)

The course is good preparation for studying the social sciences at university, and also prepares students for work in crime-related contexts such as the law, policing and criminal justice.

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The study of Criminology provides an understanding of the complexity of behaviours and social implications of crimes and criminality and the impact of this on wider social issues, including government policies and initiatives. Students acquire academic skills such as research, report writing and communication along with practical skills including creativity, planning and organisation. Criminology provides the opportunity to apply knowledge to the real world, creating an awareness of the “big picture” and challenging students to hold to account, and question, decisions made on their behalf, encouraging them to engage with the society around them.

In Criminology lessons, students participate in a variety of learning activities as they progress through the course. Lessons include a range of teaching methods to support students in their learning, including independent research and group discussion and tasks. Students learn how the criminal justice system operates and investigate a number of case studies of crimes in society. For the controlled assessments, students carry out extensive independent research and write a detailed report. This includes planning a campaign to raise awareness of crime in the first year and studying the process of crime investigation from the crime scene to the courtroom in the second year. Students maintain a detailed folder of class resources and notes to prepare them for both forms of assessment used in this course – report writing and exams. In addition, students can benefit from guest speakers who work in the field of crime and criminal justice.

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“I really enjoy studying the Criminology course, if you are intrigued with different types of crime and how that can be correlated with people’s personal characteristics, how the law can impact what we see as criminal and why certain crimes are unreported then I think this course is for you.”

What are lessons like in this subject?

• Criminological theories: theories of criminality from biology, psychology and sociology. (Year 1 Exam)

What will I study?

Ellie Olivia Levick

• Changing awareness of crime: types of crime, media and crime, official data on crime, crime prevention and awareness campaigns. (Year 1 Controlled Assessment)

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The Visual Arts department has professional standard studio spaces with Apple Macs, Adobe Creative Suite software, Wacom drawing tablets, a full photography light studio, DSLRs and other professional photography equipment for students to hire. It also has a wide variety of other artsbased specialist tools and equipment to encourage students to explore multidisciplinary techniques. We operate an ‘open door’ policy to allow students to use the equipment and studio spaces independently outside of their lessons.

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Over the course you may study topics and skills such as; Adobe CC (Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator, After Effects). Digital photography; the functions of a digital camera. Studio and location photography. Flash and lighting. Animation. • Composition and layout. Colour and typography theory. Branding and logo design. media and marketing. and web design. image editing and manipulation. business and freelancing and contextual research. generation and working to a set brief. your own work and that of others. 4 arts subject or merit at BTEC (if studied) creative subject has not been studied, a portfolio will be required. creative industries are one of the Key contemporary developments in the labour market such as digital technology, big data and the impact of globalisation are considered within the business curriculum. to interact with industry are firmly embedded in the curriculum and students have regular opportunities to apply key employability skills in both the classroom and in the wider workrelated opportunities that being a business student offers.

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Through a series of practical workshops and creative projects, you will develop some of the skills required to work towards a career in the games industry. Some of the things you will cover in lessons are 3D modelling, 3D environment creation and 3D animation. As well as this, you will also learn how to use a game engine to construct your own playable levels. In your second year, you will work on researching, developing and pitching an idea for your own creative project. Lessons are a combination of practical, teacherled workshops, theoretical delivery and creative project work. Sometimes you might be working in small groups but much of the work is done independently. We also have links with local games designers who will give you feedback on your ideas, as well as visiting games expos to see the latest innovations and universities to explore what degree courses are available in games design.

• A1: Skills Development – You will explore and develop different media skills relating to games design. Using industry standard software, you will learn how to create 3D models for specifics projects, as well as exploring and developing the skills to create environments, levels and animations for games.

Media will allow learners to develop a wide range of creative, organisational and communication skills by practical creative projects from initial ideas generation, through the pre-production, production and post production phases using industry standard approaches. Students will also gain a broader knowledge of the media industry and the roles and careers offered which is beneficial for progression to university courses or employment within the media sector. This course addresses the growing need for media professionals with varied skill sets within the Leeds City Region. Subjectqualificationintent:available

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• A2: Creative Project – In response to a brief, you will plan, develop and produce a major media product, applying the skills you learned in A1 to create a playable level from a game. What will I study?

“I really enjoy the practical side of games design where we were given many opportunities to explore 3D modelling and also given the chance to plan out and begin making our own game! The course has even made me now want to continue games design at university.”

What are lessons like in this subject?

• Responding to a commission: a task set by the exam board which will require you to plan and construct materials for a media production in timed conditions.

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Benjamin Thomas James Bartram Rossington All Saints Academy Grade 4 in English Language. Media will allow learners to develop a wide range of creative, organisational and communication skills by practical creative projects from initial ideas generation, through the pre-production, production and post production phases using industry standard approaches. Students will also gain a broader knowledge of the media industry and the roles and careers offered which is beneficial for progression to university courses or employment within the media sector. This course addresses the growing need for media professionals with varied skill sets within the Leeds City Region. and also prepares students for work in crime-related contexts such as the law, policing and criminal justice. Subject

BTEC Creative Digital Media Production lessons are focused on developing the specialist skills required to work in the creative media industries. In Year 12, you will learn how to respond to client briefs and produce a variety of short media productions, as well as developing your theoretical understanding of a variety of media products. In Year 13, you will choose to specialise in either film production or magazine journalism. This will lead you to producing a major production to showcase your skills. You will learn how to use industry-standard software such as Apple iMacs, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign and Premiere Pro) and Final Cut Pro, as well as getting “hands on” with DSLR cameras, sound and lighting equipment. In addition to the course, you will experience talks with media employers and higher education providers, and have the opportunity to go on trips to learn about the creative media industries.

• Film Production or Magazine Production: You will choose to create your very own major production project, specialising in film or magazine. What will I study? “The course is a lot of fun and allows you to be creative in the art of media production.”

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• Pre-Production Portfolio: You will produce planning materials which are required in the creative media industries for your major project.

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“Health and Social Care allowed me to gain a better understanding of what it is like to work in health and social care environments. The mix of exam and coursework means you learn in a wide variety of ways allowing you to gain a wide variety of skills.”

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Libby Brennan Hill House School Grade 4 in English Language. Plus Grade 4-4 in Science for the Extended Diploma.

• Physiological disorders. • Psychological perspectives. What will I study?

Your lessons will have many links to real life case studies and will help to provide you with context for challenging and abstract criteria. In Health and Social Care, we like to provide students with the chance to hold debates and have full class discussions, to deliver presentations and to be able to work as a team. Your teachers will help you to develop lifelong skills that are required for your future careers and will ensure that you feel supported throughout your time at New College.

What are lessons like in this subject?

• Promoting public health.

Lessons in Health and Social Care are engaging, interactive and relevant. You will look at a breadth of units that cover different societal issues and current health affairs. You could have the opportunity to engage in activities such as an Emergency First Aid courses and to be able to attend various trips to locations such as Alton Towers.

• Working in Health and Social Care.

ENTRY Health and Social Care gives students the chance to look at sociological and psychological underpinnings of health whilst also examining and evaluating human development and key aspects of the working world such as health and safety. It enables students to develop transferable skills and encourages them to self-reflect and regulate to inform their practice. Communication and teamwork skills are integral whilst on work placement and are regarded as the most widespread and ‘baseline’ skills required for employment. Embedding work placements into the curriculum gives students a broader and rich experience and provides them with knowledge needed to progress into occupations such as nursing, midwifery, youth work or the care sector.

• Enquiries into current research in Health and Social Care. • Principles of safe practice in Health and Social Care.

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Human Biology is ideal for you if you enjoy learning about human body systems, disease or have an interest in pursuing a career in healthcare or medical research. Human Biology develops key scientific skills to support progress to higher education or employment such as problem solving, organisation, research and analytical skills. The course is assessed using a mix of exams and coursework. Lessons are taught by teachers who are knowledgeable and have a passion for their subject. You will carry out investigations as part of the course and carry out independent research. are lessons like in this subject? Examined Unit: Cells, tissues and biological molecules. Nervous system. Cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Digestive and excretory systems. Cellular injury and repair. Diagnostic techniques. Immunity. Genetic disorders and diagnosis. Coursework Unit: microbiology and infectious disease. Examined Unit: Human biology and health issues. Coursework Unit: Human reproduction and fertility. What will I study? 4 5 in Maths Science. Human Biology curriculum equips students with the scientific knowledge, understanding and practical skills to support progression into a range of job roles within health and medicine, such as carrying out a range of laboratory and scientific tests to support diagnosis and treatment of disease. There would also be opportunities to progress to job roles working directly with patients, measuring and evaluating particular organs and systems such as scientists working in cardiology. A significant proportion of career opportunities in this sector are at degree level. When supported by other appropriate qualifications, the extended certificate in Human Biology will enable progression to higher education to a range of applied science programmes, such as biomedical science, life sciences and physiology.

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• Computer systems – hardware (coursework).

• Global information (exam).

“An interesting course, which gives you a deep understanding of knowledge which will be useful in the IT industry as well as teaching you useful skills through the practical coursework to help you in later jobs or education.”

What will I study?

The course will include:

Scott White Balby Carr Grade 4 in English Language.

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Links to the IT industry exist with talks by specialists in cyber security and networking as well as visits to local businesses. With university trips and talks included over the two years, CTEC IT students are well-prepared to progress in the field of IT and Computer Science.

A range of teaching and learning methods are employed in this course, from teacher-led lecture style lessons, to paired and group activity work, practical activities and workshop style evidence gathering sessions. Industry standard software such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite are available, as well as specialist virtual box software and build computers and networking components for the practical work.

• Computer networks (coursework).

• Fundamentals of IT (exam).

ENTRY IT will allow learners to progress through a variety of units that develop in depth theoretical knowledge of digital applications. The course is an ideal stepping stone between education and employment within the IT sector as students have the opportunity to develop practical application of theory that replicates industry standards. Students will have a strong understanding of how IT supports the function of business and product development whilst meeting the needs of clients and employers alike. The skills that students develop whilst studying IT prepare them for a range of employment opportunities within the fast growing digital employment market and also prepares students for work in crimerelated contexts such as the law, policing and criminal justice.

• Computer systems – software (coursework).

What are lessons like in this subject?

Throughout the course, there is a variety of different teaching methods used to support learner’s knowledge and understanding. The lessons concentrate on varied retrieval techniques and group activities. The subject is taught using legal case law and students use this knowledge to apply to scenario-based activities. Due to the nature of the subject, discussions and debates occur often. Learning is continued outside the classroom by regular visits to the local courts. Furthermore, we have organised guest speakers including members of the legal profession and the national crime agency. What are lessons like in this subject?

• Applying the law - fatal offences, property offences, general defences, police powers • Aspects of tort law - topics include - law of negligence, occupiers’ liability, vicarious liability and land law.

ENTRY Law provides a grounding and basis for students to become an informed citizen. Our curriculum helps to develop the fundamental British values of students by reviewing the rule of law and how key cases have helped to shape the English Legal system and their impact on society. Through studying Law students also develop individual liberty and mutual respect of others and are able to identify how their decisions can influence decision making. Our curriculum also enables our students to review different viewpoints from individuals and make informed decisions based on evidence, leading to many careers within the field of law such as legal clerks, barristers or becoming a judge. Subject

• 50% internal assessment.

• 4 units over 2 years. What will I study?

“This is a fun and interesting course which challenges us to work hard. The teacher is amazing and their teaching methods make the subject so much more fun and easier to learn.”

Madison-Jae Sheldon Rossington

• Dispute solving in the English legal systemcivil dispute resolution, enforcement of civil law, how precedent works, application of the law of negligence, damages • Investing aspects of criminal law - statutory interpretation, legislation, delegated legislation, law reform, European law, legal profession, advice and funding, lay people, elements of a crime, nonfatal offences and sentencing

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• Professional practice in the music industry (mandatory and externally marked). This is a written task that has to be completed in two weeks.

Olivia Telford Rossington All Saints Academy Grade 4 in English Language and a Grade 4 (or merit) in Music (if studied). (plus audition).

The Music curriculum helps students develop, engages them creatively and challenges them in an intellectual sense. We intend to unlock our students’ potential through music and instil a genuine love of the subject through listening, composition, performing and analysing music from a wide range of styles and cultures helping students develop a greater sense of appreciation of the power of music throughout the world. It supports the development of a range of transferable skills such as, communication, memory skills, creativity, collaboration and problem solving that students can employ in their next steps whether that be Higher Education or employment and also prepares students for work in crimerelated contexts such as the law, policing and criminal justice.

Practical music theory and harmony (mandatory):

BTEC Music lessons are practically orientated; performance underpins everything we do in lessons. Much time is spent in lessons on solo and ensemble performance whilst developing the skills to be a good all-round performer. Unit 1 focuses on the theoretical side of music and how important it is to understand the music we perform. Unit 2 considers how the music industry works and particularly how to plan and take charge of a large music event. We have a suite of practice rooms which can be used for private practice, instrumental and vocal teaching and developing composition ideas. In addition, we create compositions using a number of industry standard notation software packages and digital audio workstations. Student performances take place around college and within the local community. Trips to see professional concerts, musicals, and universities are arranged throughout the year. In addition, professional musicians and speakers regularly visit college to talk to our students.

• Ensemble music performance (mandatory and externally marked). This is a task set by the exam board and will be completed within a set time frame. You will study one other unit, which is often solo performance, but this is dependent on your specific strength. What will I study?

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“In my first year of BTEC Music I have achieved so much, such as performing in front of an audience, composing my own music and learning about music theory. I am so proud of how far I have come. My teacher supported me throughout the course and helped me improve to get the best results I could.”

ENTRY Music pervades life and is allencompassing.

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What will I study?

• Units 1-4: An introduction to the skills necessary to explore their creative development.

Lessons in UAL consist of a blended learning approach. Studying a range of practitioners and their key methodologies will enable you to apply your learning to a wide range of practical work. This course has an industry focus, which means we teach you everything you need to succeed in this competitive industry and progress onto higher education, if you wish to. As a UAL student you will develop all areas of performance skills, including singing, dancing, physical theatre and stage management. We also contract professional companies to deliver other workshops such as puppetry, circus skills and arrange trips to see live theatre. By the end of your course, you will have the necessary skills to plan, market, light and stage your own performance.

ENTRY Through making, performing and responding to drama, students are given the chance to discover more about themselves, other people and the world they share. The experience of the drama and theatre curriculum aims to promote the individual’s shaping of their own identity through the experience of collective responsibility via teamwork, discussion and role-playing activities, which help them to comment on, reflect and define their culture and community as citizens of the world. The drama and theatre curriculum empowers young people to develop empathy, emotional intelligence, resilience and a strong social conscience, exploring ideas in a safe environment. Through their appreciation and review of live theatre, students develop their analytical and evaluative understanding of their own and others’ contributions and ideas, enabling them to celebrate the richness and depth of human expression in all its forms.

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• Unit 8: Students will undertake a production and/ or performance role in a performance. An examiner will watch the performance work.

“This course is brilliant for performing arts, especially learning about varied theatre practitioners alongside different acting techniques. It’s also good for developing team building skills, trust, and generally developing close friendships.” Mills Poland XP school Grade 4 in English Language (plus audition).

• Units 5-7: Requires the student to apply their skills, knowledge and understanding in a series of production and performance assessments.

• Contemporary dance technique.

Students have the opportunity to work with professional artists as well as see a range of live performances. Dance builds connections between students and our everdeveloping world; it is embedded within every culture and allows us to explore and share traditions. Studying dance also promotes opportunities for students to develop many personal and employability skills such as collaboration, discipline and adaptability that will benefit our students as they move on to face the challenges found in Higher Education or employment. What are lessons like in this subject?

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• Group performance workshop. • Jazz dance.

• Developing skills and techniques for performance. What will I study?

“The course has given me a chance to explore styles in more detail as well as being able to develop both my performance and technical skills. Dance allows me to express my creativeness and work alongside a close knit class to create an enjoyable and atmosphere.”hardworking Megan Simpson South Axholme Academy Grade 4 in English Language (plus audition).

ENTRY Dance is more than just a form of entertainment. Dance builds connections between students and our ever-developing world; it is embedded within every culture and allows us to explore and share traditions. Studying dance also promotes opportunities for students to develop many personal and employability skills such as collaboration, discipline and adaptability that will benefit our students as they move on to face the challenges found in higher education or employment.

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• Conducting Psychological Research: principles of research, data collection and analysis. Internally assessed written coursework reports.

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• Psychological approaches and applications to gender, aggression and consumer behaviour. Externally assessed exam.

Applied Psychology involves using psychology in reallife situations and students will enjoy writing their own psychological reports, based on independent research into mental disorders, and conducting experiments. Applied Psychology is particularly suitable for students who are reasonably confident with exams, but also like to support their learning with coursework research type tasks also.

“BTEC Psychology is a very enjoyable and interesting subject to choose at New College as you will learn about social processes that happen in your daily life, how brains can function differently, and other factors which help you to not only understand the world around you, but also yourself and your peers.”

The Hayfield School Grade 4 English Language, Grade 4 Maths, Grade 4-4 Science.

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• Psychopathology: definitions of mental illness, types of disorders and treatments. Internally assessed written coursework reports. What will I study?

Psychology

The Psychology curriculum allows core areas in the history and development of psychology to be studied, and offers different perspectives into the explanations of the human mind and behaviour. Psychology encourages skills to be developed that focus heavily on developing an insight into the methodological strengths and weaknesses of research, and critical analysis of theories, which are useful life skills which can be transferred into the work place. The knowledge gained will help students to develop into well- grounded adults, with an understanding of the causes of mental health issues, how to be responsible parents, when to conform and obey others, and what triggers aggression.

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Psychology is the scientific study of the brain, mind, and behaviour. The role of biology, upbringing and culture on behaviour will be explored, and you will gain a greater understanding of why people act in the way that they do.

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Typical lessons include a range of activities where students work independently and collaboratively with others completing mini white board tasks, exam questions and quizzes, for example. All lessons involve students being active participants in their learning by taking part in class discussions and sharing thoughts and opinions about topics studied. are lessons like in this subject?

• Health Psychology: stress and addiction theories and treatments. Externally assessed exam.

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• Applied Science: a unit in which you further develop your theory and practical skills. What will I study?

Practical scientific procedures and techniques: you will study practical techniques ranging from titrations, colorimetry, calorimetry and chromatography.

Applied Science lessons include a mixture of both theory and practical methods. The theory lessons present new knowledge in small chunks with a focus on how to apply your knowledge and incorporate retrieval practice using online tools such as Kahoot and Seneca. For the practical aspects of the course, you will use equipment such as burettes, volumetric flasks and pipettes to make and test your own solutions, colorimeters and different types of chromatography to test the purity of solutions and components such as diodes, thermistors and LDRs to make and test electrical circuits. You will also venture outside to collect biological data to apply statistical tests learnt in the classroom to real-life situations. are lessons like in this subject?

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All Saints Academy Grade 4 in English Language, Grade 5 in Maths and 5-5 in Science.

ENTRY Applied Science is an Applied General qualification for students who want to continue their science education. The course allows students progression onto science courses in higher education and jobs in this sector without achieving an A-Level qualification in a science subject. In addition to organisation skills and analytical skills developed in preparation for exams, students will develop skills including how to plan investigations, collecting, analysing, and presenting data and communicating results which support some of the skills students need to progress to higher education, employment, self-employment or training. The qualification can be taken as part of a diverse programme, leaving progression options fully open. For example, it can be taken alongside Mathematics, Physics, and Design and Technology to progress to engineering related courses, or Health and Social Care to progress to nursing or midwifery courses. The optional Unit studied is Chemistry based, which will support students application onto biomedical science or forensic science courses at university.

Madison-Jae Sheldon Rossington

• Science investigation skills: you will develop your scientific skills including recording and interpreting data and analysing and evaluating scientific findings.

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“BTEC Applied Science is a fun and interesting course which challenges us to work hard. The teacher is amazing and their teaching methods make the subject so much more fun and easier to learn.”

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You will study topics ranging from cells, atomic structure and bonding to waves and

What are lessons like in this subject?

• Rules, regulations and officiating in sport. What will I study?

In this modern era, it is important that students understand the importance of exercise and our Sport curriculum is designed to enable learners to become confident, resilient and healthy learners, both theoretically and applied practically, and to encourage a lasting interest in sport and physical recreation. Applied general and A-Level routes require students to be meta-cognitive and self-regulating in their grasp of exercise physiology and each route demands a confidence in applying this knowledge into different roles within challenging environments (for instance, community fitness centres or competitive sport).qualificationintent:available

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• Anatomy and physiology. Fitness training and programming for health, sport and wellbeing.

• Professional development in the sports industry Practical sports performance. Sports leadership. Application of fitness testing. Sports psychology. Coaching for performance. Development and provision of sport and physical activity. Investigating business in sport and the active leisure industry.

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“The BTEC Sport course allows you to get a feel for the different industries this course can get you into. There’s a good amount of practical to theorysessions.”based Abigail Loren Hewitt Rossington All Saints Academy Grade 4 in English Language and 4 in PE or merit at BTEC (if studied).

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If you have a passion for sport and are potentially considering a career in the sport, health and leisure industries, then this is the course for you. You will study a range of units from anatomy and physiology through to practical sports performance, each one designed to develop new skills and knowledge. Specialising in the study of sport is an option as you can enrol onto the BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport (14 units). Alternatively, you can study sport alongside other subject choices by enrolling onto either the Extended Certificate (equivalent to 1 A-level) or the Diploma (equivalent to 2 A-levels) courses. You will be assessed through a combination of coursework, examinations and controlled assessments. Coursework is assignments on practical tasks based in workplace scenarios. Controlled assessments are again tasks based on workplace settings, but completed in realistic, time-based situations. Examinations are tests on specific course content.

• Physical preparation, health and wellbeing.

“Uniformed Protective Services is a great course if you’re interested in anything like the Police, Prison Service and Armed Forces. It’s a real insight into how it all works and provides many opportunities to gain skills and learn how to develop a career down one of these routes.”

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What are lessons like in this subject?

The course is an introduction to the protective services sector and predominantly focuses on agencies such as the police, fire service, armed services and prison service. This pathway is ideal for supporting learners who want to progress to higher education courses in the sector, before entering employment.

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You will have the chance to attend university open days to gain important information on various related courses which will help to widen your options and support your aspirations.

We offer different qualifications on the Uniformed Protective Services course from the Extended Certificate (1 A-Level equivalent) to the Extended Diploma (3 A-Level equivalent).

The course is diverse, exciting and challenging and gives learners the opportunity to not only study inside the classroom but to also take part in fitness focused units and various offsite activities. Throughout the duration of the course, you will be given the opportunity to grow in confidence with a variety of different educational visits, including paintballing, water-sports and army days. It also enhances your knowledge on specific services through insight days and guest speaker sessions.

Uniformed Protective Services provides students with a wealth of knowledge to achieve many desired progression routes both in the services or onwards to higher Theeducation.course is delivered in a way that help promote transferable skills and appropriately prepares students for academic progression or a route straight into employment whilst also focusing on wellbeing and highlighting the importance of exercise and factors that can impact the body. Subject

Each course is made up of various units comprised of both internally assessed coursework and one or more externally assessed exam. The content delivered on the course is varied and may include some of the below units.

Georgia Elizabeth Thompson The Hayfield School Grade 4 in English Language.

• Introduction to criminology. What will I study?

• Skills for outdoor activities and the Uniformed Protective Services.

• Behaviour and discipline in the Uniformed Protective Services.

• Teamwork, leadership and communication in the Uniformed Protective Services.

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Yes. We ask students to remain in subjects for the first week to ensure you give them a chance before providing a three week zone in September where we allow students to change subjects. This is dependent upon there being places available in the subjects you would like to change to, and you must have the right subject specific entry requirements. Finally, we arrange for you to sit in on a lesson just to ensure you know what the new subject entails.

• You will then be invited to have the first of three interviews with our experienced interviewers where subject choices and career ambitions will be discussed.

• You will then be invited to attend our Induction Day once you have left school in July. After spending the day in subject sessions you will discuss with your Progress Tutor whether you are happy with your chosen subjects.

• Finally, at enrolment you will have a third interview which again will focus on your subject choices, but this time will take into account the GCSEs you have achieved. After the enrolment interview every student is then interviewed by a senior member of staff who checks that the subjects you have chosen are suitable for you and your aspirations.

will i be able to change subjects once i start?

how will New College help me choose my subjects?

FAQS what if i find College difficult?

• Firstly, our open events are centred around subject choices. Both our staff and current students are available to give advice and answer questions whether you would like a member of staff’s perspective or the view of our current students.

Our team of Progress Tutors, all with knowledge, skills and experience of providing advice and guidance for young people, will be the ones who will provide the first line of support. If you are finding the subjects difficult then your Progress Tutor will arrange for you to attend additional subject sessions via our subject access period and subject Furthermore,tutorial.ourstudy support teams will be on hand to provide individual help for students requiring help with study skills, writing skills and GCSE Maths. The college also provides a confidential counselling service that offers students a place and time to think and talk about specific problems and difficulties you may be having.

Because this is as important to us as it is to you, we provide as much quality advice and guidance as possible before enrolling onto your chosen subjects. This process is made up of four stages.

• BTEC/CTEC Extended Diploma = (three A-Level equivalent).

how will my parents/guardians/ carers know if i am doing well at

• UAL Extended Diploma = (three A-Level equivalent).

when does the College day start and finish?

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• BTEC/CTEC Diploma = (two A-Level equivalent).

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• UAL Diploma = (one A-Level equivalent).

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• BTEC/CTEC Extended Certificate = (one A-Level equivalent).

how many subjects will i study?

At New College we have a fantastic system that allows parents, guardians and carers to remain fully informed of your progress. You and your parents will be given an individual username and password for Cedar (accessed via the Internet) which enables them to see your attendance and performance as lessons take place. It also informs them of all the monthly assessment grades you achieve and it allows them to read all pastoral logs that teachers write about you.

faqs 81 A-Levels are predominantly assessed by exams. Although some A-Levels have some coursework, this is usually a relatively small element of the assessment. In contrast, in our Applied General qualifications (BTEC, CACHE, UAL and WJEC) coursework usually makes up 50% or more of the qualification, alongside mandatory exams or controlled assessments. This means that if you find exams difficult, you should consider taking an Applied General qualification.

Lessons start at 8.50am and finish at 4.00pm. However, your day will depend on your timetable. Students are only registered in timetabled lessons so free periods, which we refer to as ‘directed time’, are up to you. During this time we will expect you to manage a balance between meeting friends and studying in one of our learning zones. For example, if your first lesson of the day is not until 10:40am then you will not be expected to be in College until then, unless you decide to come in anyway. what is the difference a-levels

Your applied general programme must add up to the equivalent of at least three A-Levels.

If studying A-Levels, you will study three A-Levels unless agreed with the college that you may study four. If you have not achieved Level 4 in GCSE Maths then you will take 3 A-Levels plus GCSE Maths resit. If studying BTEC qualifications you can choose to study different combinations such as:

• WJEC Diploma = (one A-Level equivalent).

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New College Doncaster Prospectus 2022/23

Articles inside

FAQS

students achieved a clean

sweep of three A*/A grades at A level in 2022, and

BUS ROUTES

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS

ENRICHMENT

students achieved at least Distinction Star grades for

WORK EXPERIENCE

CAREER PATHWAYS

HOW WE SUPPORT YOU AFTER COLLEGE

HOW WE SUPPORT STUDENTS

EXCEL@ NCD

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