As the Chief Executive O icer of The Active Learning Trust I am delighted to welcome you to our 2025/26 Post-16 Prospectus. It has been our privilege to have already played an important role in your journey through education, and we look forward to this continuing into this exciting new stage in your life.
I am incredibly proud of the vibrant and inspiring A level and vocational provision o ered to our students. As you will see, there are many di erent options of study available at our sixth forms, but you can be assured that whatever your chosen route may be, you will receive the highest quality of education and support.
Please take this opportunity to find out more about the courses we are o ering and the wider experience of life in our sixth forms, which will provide you with the ideal platform on which to build your futures.
I wish you all the very best in the remainder of your time with us in our schools and look forward to welcoming you back to continue your studies with us next year.
Lynsey Holzer CEO, The Active Learning Trust
We are delighted you are considering Cromwell and Neale Wade sixth forms for your studies. We have high expectations for all our students, with dedicated support from our teachers, tutors and careers advisors, our students will develop the independent learning skills and self-confidence they require to realise their ambitions.
Our teachers are passionate about their subjects, keen to enrich and accelerate opportunities for all and we are confident you will fulfil your potential through diligence, expert teaching and pastoral support. We want our students to leave us as confident, articulate, and mature young adults, ready to face the challenges of life post 18.
Heather Paul Director of Cromwell Community College and Neale Wade Academy
Graham Horn Principal of Neale Wade Academy
Jane Horn Executive Headteacher Cromwell Community College
Lynsey Holzer CEO, The Active Learning Trust
WHICH COURSES ?
You have an option to study a dedicated A level programme or a mixed programme of A level and vocational qualifications. However, your study programme will be either at Neale Wade Academy or Cromwell Community College, there will be no option to choose subjects across both sites.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
We want all our students to be successful on the courses they choose to follow. You will be given careful advice and guidance at various stages through the application process.
Our entry requirements are designed to help you on the road to success.
The support through my lesson content has also been excellent, and easily accessible. My teachers are always up for having a chat about anything I am struggling with, which is great as I chose three very content heavy subjects.
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Kaiya
A level programme of study
You will be asked to select three A level subjects or equivalent, all of which will be studied over 2 years.
To follow the traditional three A level route, you will need to have achieved a minimum of six 9−5 grades including a grade 5 in English and Maths.
A mixed programme of A level and vocational qualifications
You will need to achieve at least five 9−4 grades at GCSE, including GCSE English. Level 2 vocational qualifications will be regarded as the equivalent of one of the five required 9−4 GCSE grades.
Many subjects have specific GCSE requirements, please ensure you check the requirements for each subject.
ENRICHMENT
Your time with us is not just about doing well in your exams, although we are very proud of the achievements of our students. We strongly believe that being a sixth form student is about developing you as an individual, helping you to hone important transferable skills and giving you something extra which will help you to stand out from the crowd.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
These are additional qualifications worth an AS level:
u Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
u Core Maths
You can also choose from the following enrichment opportunities:
u Duke of Edinburgh (Gold award)
u Performing Arts (Gold award)
u Work experience
u Fitness Training
In addition, we would encourage you to apply to be part of the Student Leadership Team.
Our sixth form students are excellent role models for the school and are involved in many aspects of school life. Students help to run various committees and organise events. In addition, students run activities to support various charities.
Many of our students are involved in mentoring our lower school pupils in various ways.
Being involved in this way will develop your leadership skills and enable you to become involved with the decision making of the school and sixth form.
For a place at the Sixth Form, please apply online at
Visit: www.mychoice16.co.uk
You will receive an acknowledgement of your application and a guidance consultation in the Spring term.
We look forward to welcoming you, and to you playing an active part in the life of our school and Sixth Form.
OUR STUDY CENTRES
As I reflect, I know I made the right decision. A levels are stressful and if you don’t have the right people to support you it makes them even harder.
The support we receive is great and genuinely helpful, and I don’t believe I could have obtained this level of support anywhere else.
These symbols indicate the Sixth Form Centre where each course is o ered.
ART & CRAFT DESIGN (FINE ART)
A LEVEL
A broad-based course that allows learners to explore and create artwork in more than one area of Art & Design. Students spend time in year 12 exploring practical workshops across di erent art disciplines, before selecting and specialising in a chosen area of interest.
Specialisms include:
u Fine Art
u Textile Design
u Graphic communication
u 3D Design
u Critical and contextual studies
Art Cra and Design is taught through teacher and practitioner led practical workshops, supported by theoretical and analytical lessons which dissect the nature, and purpose of art. Over the course you will access our sixth form studio space to produce a visual portfolio of coursework and outcomes, based around a personal theme. The coursework element is led by you and supported through projects in 1:1 critique with your teachers, making your experience individualised. It is therefore crucial for success that you can work independently and be self-motivated.
The nature of Art, Cra & Design opens the doors of any visual arts course and therefore the Creative Industry, one of the largest contributors
ART & DESIGN (PHOTOGRAPHY)
A LEVEL
annually to the UK economy and, one of the fastest growing UK industries. Past students have progressed onto veterinary nursing, accounting, English, computing, but also into creative pathways such as game design, film and media studies, tattoo apprenticeship, fine art.
For a list of creative industry careers please visit https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/and search creative & media
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
Due to the skill-based nature of the course it is a requirement that you have achieved a grade 5 or above in GCSE Art, Photography or Textiles or any equivalent visual arts-based course.
However, a varied portfolio of work with evidence of strong drawing skill would be considered in the absence of an Art & Design GCSE or equivalent.
Examination Board
EDUQAS
Photography develops students’ creativity through a programme of study spanning critical, practical, and theoretical skills. Students are encouraged to investigate the di erent styles, genres and approaches to photography including some chemical, digital and studio photography. Students will be expected to plan, resource, and organise their own photo shoots, therefore the ability to work independently is a key skill for success on this course. Observing, refining, analysing, and taking experimental risks are also key factors of the course.
Photography is a fast paced and exciting course which challenges students to explore the aesthetic, intellectual and technical aspects of photography. In an ever-developing digital society it is a course which opens pathways into a multitude of digital industries including media, film and visual arts and provides students with strong critical and analytical communication and independent project management skills sought by many top employers.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
Due to the skill-based nature of the course it is a requirement that you have achieved a grade 5 or above in GCSE Art, Photography or Textiles or any equivalent visual arts-based course.
However, a varied portfolio of work with evidence of strong drawing skill would be considered in the absence of an Art & Design GCSE or equivalent.
Examination Board
EDUQAS
BIOLOGY BUSINESS
A LEVEL
This A level allows you to immerse yourself in developing biological knowledge and understanding of facts, concepts and principles, together with an appreciation of your significance in new and changing scientific situations.
It will promote an appreciation of the importance of experimental and investigatory work in the study of biology and develop an understanding of the link between theory and experiment and of scientific methods. It is such an exciting time to be studying A level biology with all of the topical elements involved in Climate Change.
The course o ers a broad coverage of biological processes in both plants and animals along with detailed investigation into more cutting-edge areas such as the use of stem cells and forensic science. Topics covered include the natural environment and species survival, energy, exercise and coordination and genetic technologies. There are a series of eighteen practicals, learning new experimental methods and techniques over the two years.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need a grade 6 in biology, or combined science at GCSE and a grade 6 in mathematics.
Examination Board
EDEXCEL - (Cromwell)
OCR - (Neale-Wade)
A LEVEL
Business is a dynamic subject. You will learn about the diverse nature of business enterprise and the interdependence of the various parts of the business world. You will explore business success and business failure, investigate local, national, and global business markets and understand how businesses need to adapt and respond strategically to the changing environment in which they operate to survive and grow.
Through studying business, you will develop transferable skills which will prepare you for studying at university or moving into the world of work. You will become skilled in making decisions, solving problems, applying numerical skills (including understanding finance and working with data) and understanding the business environment. You will also develop commercial awareness.
Studying business could lead to careers in a variety of di erent industries such as human resources, finance, law, production, distribution and marketing.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need a GCSE grade 5 in English and a grade 5 in mathematics.
Examination Board
EDUQAS
BUSINESS EXTENDED CHEMISTRY
LEVEL 3 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE
The Extended Certificate is for students who are interested in studying the business sector at Level 3.
This qualification provides insight into, and experience of, how businesses work, stimulating learners’ curiosity and encouraging them to engage with commerce in their everyday lives and to make informed choices about further study and about career choices.
Business is a demanding but rewarding subject. The course is split into four modules:
u Exploring business
u Developing a marketing campaign
u Personal and business finance
u The recruitment and selection process
Suggested subject pairings
A wide choice of subjects will work well with Level 3 business and students do not need to have studied business at GCSE.
Life a er Sixth Form
This course is suitable for learners who are interested in learning about the business sector alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in business-related subjects, or looking at apprenticeship opportunities.
Course-specific entry requirements
No additional requirements to the main entry to Sixth Form
Examination Board
EDEXCEL
A LEVEL
Chemistry is the study of substances, what they are made of, how they interact and what role they play in the environment. This course gives a foundation in chemistry with the study of atoms, molecules, the periodic table and energy, core organic chemistry, along with physical chemistry and transition elements. You will have the opportunity to develop your practical skills through hands-on practical experimentation.
A level chemistry is a demanding but rewarding subject which, either as a standalone subject or when combined with other science subjects opens doors to so many career opportunities in traditional fields such as medicine, pharmacy, research and the pharmaceutical industry and also provides transferable skills in the areas of mathematics, business and law.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need a grade 6 in chemistry, or combined science at GCSE and a grade 6 in mathematics.
Examination Board OCR
COMPUTER SCIENCE CRIMINOLOGY
A LEVEL
Computer science A level helps students understand the core academic principles of computer science. Classroom learning is transferred into creating real world situations, through the creation of an independent programming project, designed to develop the student’s technical understanding and their ability to analyse and solve problems using computational thinking.
Computational thinking is a problem-solving process that includes several skills, including, formulating problems in a manner that enables us to use a computer and other tools to help solve them, and logically organising and analysing data.
Computer science is an ideal qualification for anyone who is hoping to undertake a career in IT or the computing industry, the course is suitable for anyone who is interested in writing computer code and creating their own so ware and who wants a fundamental understanding of the workings of a computer. It will also appeal to confident mathematicians who can approach problems logically.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need GCSE grade 6 in mathematics, you will also have a passion and interest for all things tech.
Examination Board
OCR
LEVEL 3 (DIPLOMA)
Studying criminology will enable you to develop an understanding of the di erent types of crime committed, the influences on perceptions of crime and why some crimes go unreported.
Exploring how media campaigns may a ect society’s understanding of crimes is key and you will have the opportunity to plan your own ‘campaign for change’. Learning about di erent theoretical perspectives which try to explain why crime is committed in the first place.
The journey from crime scene to courtroom, will enable you to answer: What happens to a suspect once charged by the Police and the Crown Prosecution Service? What safeguards are in place to ensure a suspect has a fair trial? Exploring the way in which the court system within the UK ensures suspects are processed fairly and the way sentencing and punishment meets the aims of punishment, such as retribution or rehabilitation.
A qualification in criminology will open doors into many job roles within the criminal justice sector, social and probation work and sociology and psychology.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need a grade 5 in English.
Examination Board
WJEC
ENGINEERING
LEVEL 3 (DIPLOMA)
Embark on a transformative journey where innovation meets practicality! Engineering opens the door to a dynamic world where you’ll learn to design, build, and optimize solutions to real-world challenges. Discover the fundamental principles of various engineering discipline from civil and mechanical to electrical and robotic engineering.
Engage with hands-on projects, cutting-edge technology, and collaborative teamwork, all while honing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Whether you aspire to create sustainable infrastructure, revolutionize technology, or advance healthcare, this program equips you with the knowledge and experience to shape the future.
The Engineering course covers the following topics:
u Maths/physics for Engineering applications
u Material properties u Manufacturing Process
u Industrial Process u Mechanics u Electronics
u Robotics u Civil Engineering\Construction
Studying engineering at Cromwell sixth form can lead to an apprenticeship with an engineering company, within one of the many sectors of engineering. Also with the right combination of A levels can lead you onto an engineering degree at one of the UK’s fantastic universities, or even at a university in a di erent yet exciting country.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
Grade 6 in GCSE maths and science (Grade 6 in GCSE engineering is desirable but not essential)
Examination Board
WJEC
ENGLISH LITERATURE FRENCH
A LEVEL
Do you ever get lost in the world of a book and wonder ‘How was this world shaped?’, ‘What influenced the author to cra the setting in such a way?’, ‘Where did the idea for this character come from?’, If so, English literature is a course you will find attractive.
About the course:
Do you enjoy reading and discussing great works of literature?
Do you want to expand your ability to debate and argue a point?
During your study of English literature, you will explore eight texts ranging from poetry, drama, and prose, across a range of periods. These texts encourage readers to consider the portrayal of some of the most universal human emotions and experiences. In exploring these texts, we think about writers’ methods, but significantly authorial cra and how they have been shaped to create meaning. Your own independent reading will be crucial throughout the course but particularly in the coursework unit when you will have the opportunity to choose your own texts to research and write about. As such, you need to be self-motivated, conscientious and, above all, a committed reader with interesting interpretations and the confidence to express them.
You will study the following texts:
u Brighton Rock - Graham Greene
u Atonement - Ian McEwan
u The Rime of the Ancient Mariner - Samuel Taylor Coleridge
u Death of a Salesman - Arthur Miller
u Tess of the D’Urbervilles - Thomas Hardy
u King Lear - William Shakespeare
You will also study two additional texts of your own choice. You could take this course with other advanced level courses to prepare for higher education in English studies or more general higher education courses.
With further training, you could go into a job related to English literature such as: writer, journalist, law, politics, careers of conscience such as working for a charity, public relations, teacher, academic, content provider, media, work in theatre and entertainment.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need a GCSE grade 6 in English.
Examination Board
A LEVEL
Studying French is an exciting and engaging opportunity to further your language skills and knowledge of the French speaking world. Through social, intellectual and cultural themes you will be able to develop your linguistic knowledge and cultural understanding of the countries and communities where these languages are spoken.
An opportunity to study film and literature will further immerse you in the culture. Topics include:
u Social issues and trends
u Being a young person in a French-speaking society
u Political, intellectual and artistic culture
u Understanding the French-speaking world
u Social issues and trends: diversity and di erence
u Political, intellectual and artistic culture: France 1940−50: the occupation and post-war years
Studying languages can lead to higher education and further language study. It can provide access to careers in business, commerce and industry, travel and tourism, teaching and research, journalism, translation and interpreting. Learning languages also helps with gaining more from leisure and cultural experiences.
Course Specific Entry Requirements: You will need a GCSE grade 6 in French.
Examination Board EDUQAS
GEOGRAPHY GERMAN
A LEVEL
Geography A level is a topical and contemporary course that will challenge your perceptions and develop your investigative and analytical skills. With a focus on current and future issues facing the world, you will use modern case studies and create your own fieldwork investigation to help you understand how these changes are a ecting both societies and the natural environment, while identifying ways of managing these challenges sustainably.
The course is made up of the below components, covering physical, environmental and human geography:
u Water and Carbon Cycles
u Coasts
u Ecosystems Under Stress
u Global Systems and Global Governance
u Changing Places
u Population and the Environment
The geography fieldwork investigation involves an individual report which must include data collected in the field. Many students follow this course with a geography related degree, while others find that employers value the critical thinking and decision-making skills which geography students gain through A level studies.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need a GCSE grade 6 in geography or another humanities subject.
Examination Board
AQA
A LEVEL
Studying German is an exciting and engaging opportunity to further your language skills and knowledge of the German speaking world. Through social, intellectual and cultural themes you will be able to develop your linguistic knowledge and cultural understanding of the countries and communities where these languages are spoken. An opportunity to study film and literature will further immerse you in the culture.
The topics include social issues and trends, being a young person in a German-speaking society, understanding the German-speaking world, social issues and trends, diversity and di erence, political, intellectual and artistic culture and the making of modern Germany 1989 onwards.
Studying languages can lead to higher education and further language study. It can provide access to careers in business, commerce and industry, travel and tourism, teaching and research, journalism, translation and interpreting. Learning languages also helps with gaining more from leisure and cultural experiences.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need a GCSE grade 6 in German.
Examination Board EDUQAS
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE HISTORY
LEVEL 3
This course allows you to study a broad selection of health-related topics, as an introduction to the many career opportunities in the health, social or Early Years sectors. As the course unfolds you will develop the knowledge, skills and qualities that are necessary for professional practice in the health or care sectors, you should have a real passion to help people in one of these fields.
Although the course is highly varied, it focuses on three core sectors Health; Adult Social Care; and the Children and Young People’s Workforce, which support the care and development of people in society.
As well as discovering current research in health and social care; the principles of safe practice; and the ways to promote public health; the course will develop your knowledge of a range of fascinating topics, including: principles of health and social care, anatomy and physiology, longer term physiological conditions, sexual health and reproduction, nutrition, public health, mental health conditions, safeguarding.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
No additional requirements to the main entry to sixth form information.
Examination Board
OCR
A LEVEL
History A level will allow you to study significant events, individuals, and issues. You will look at a range of historical perspectives with a focus on continuity and change over time. The course allows you to develop and apply an understanding of historical concepts.
You will study three units throughout the A level course, focusing on three main historical periods as follows:
The War of the Roses, England 1445–1509: Lancastrians, Yorkists and Henry VII investigates the intrigue, infighting and turbulent history of Britain focusing on how the War of the Roses caused the rise of the Tudors. A real life ‘Game of Thrones’.
Italy 1896−1943 investigates the Italian state a er unification, leading to the rise and fall of one of the 20th century’s first dictators - Benito Mussolini.
Civil Rights in the USA 1865−1992 investigates the struggles of American minority groups, such as African Americans, women, workers and Native Americans to gain equal rights and recognise the ‘American dream’.
In addition, you will complete a 3000–4000 word essay which you will research independently. You will have guidance on choosing a topic and essay title to suit you.
History is a discipline which necessitates vital skills which many employers and universities value. Many who study history go on to join esteemed professions such as the civil service, law, business management and the media.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need a GCSE grade 6 in history or English.
Examination Board
OCR
LEVEL 3 (EXTENDED CERTIFICATE)
IT is at the heart of our everyday life and has an ever-increasing role to play in the way in which we approach communications and problem solving. This course consists of three externally examined mandatory units and a choice of two further optional units which are centre assessed and moderated externally.
The mandatory units include the Fundamentals of IT, Global Information, and Cyber Security. This is followed by two optional units, product development and the internet of everything. This unit will cover the impact of the internet on people and society. Using this knowledge, you’ll carry out a feasibility study for a potential project which will be pitched to prospective stakeholders. Their feedback will be used to inform and review your feasibility study.
Course Specific Entry Requirements: No additional requirements to the main entry to sixth form information.
Examination Board
OCR
LAW
A LEVEL
Law is a fascinating subject which impacts almost every aspect of our lives and society. Law A level aligns with any subject combination in sixth form and prepares you for study at undergraduate level, whatever discipline you choose.
You will study the following three units; Criminal law, Tort law and Human Rights. Within this you will also gain a deep understanding of the English Legal System, and use your knowledge to apply all of the other points of law outlined above. A wide spectrum of teaching and learning styles are used during the course, ranging from first-hand insight into legal processes and institutions from visiting speakers to group work, debate and mock trials.
Former students of law A level are now working as solicitors, barristers, civil servants and police o icers, while others use the course as a stepping stone into professions such as journalism, accounting and teaching.
Course Specific Entry Requirements: You will need a grade 5 in English.
Examination Board
AQA
MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS (FURTHER)
A LEVEL
Careers for those people with good mathematics skills and qualifications are not only well paid, but they are also o en interesting and rewarding. People who have studied mathematics are in the fortunate position of having an excellent choice of career. Whilst the number of young people studying A level mathematics and further mathematics is increasing there is still a huge demand from science, engineering and manufacturing employers.
The reason why so many employers highly value mathematics qualifications is mathematics students become better at thinking logically and analytically. Through solving problems you develop resilience and are able to think creatively and strategically.
The writing of structured solutions, proof and justification of results help you to formulate reasoned arguments. And importantly you will have excellent numeracy skills and the ability to process and interpret data.
The course builds on the algebraic knowledge developed throughout GCSE mathematics, whilst introducing new pure mathematics content such as calculus. You will also develop your knowledge of the applied areas of mathematics such as statistics and mechanics.
You will also learn how to use technology e ectively, especially graphical calculators, to support your mathematical knowledge.
The course is assessed solely by examination at the end of the two years.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need to have studied mathematics at higher tier GCSE and gained at least a grade 7.
Examination Board
EDEXCEL
A LEVEL
Studying further mathematics at A level is a gateway to a world of analytical thinking and problem-solving skills that are invaluable in today’s data-driven landscape. This advanced subject not only deepens your understanding of mathematical concepts, but also enhances your ability to tackle complex challenges across various fields, including engineering, physics, finance, and computer science.
By engaging with topics such as complex numbers, matrices, and advanced calculus, you develop a robust mathematical toolkit that sets you apart in university applications and future careers. Further mathematics cultivates critical thinking and boosts your confidence in quantitative reasoning, skills that are highly sought a er in both academia and industry.
Moreover, this subject opens doors to prestigious university programs and scholarships, particularly in STEM fields. The rigorous curriculum fosters a sense of intellectual curiosity and prepares you for the demands of higher education. If you enjoy mathematical puzzles and seek a stimulating challenge, Further mathematics o ers a rewarding experience that will enrich your educational journey. Embrace the opportunity to push your boundaries and stand out from the crowd by choosing further mathematics as your A level choice!.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need GCSE grade 8 in mathematics, you will also have a passion and interest for all things tech.
Examination Board
EDEXCEL
MEDIA PHYSICS
A LEVEL
If you are interested in TV, publishing, journalism, broadcasting, advertising, or media production, then media studies may be the subject for you.
In A level media studies, you will deconstruct many forms of media through theoretical study and practical exploration, as well as constructing your own media products to further your creative abilities. We will think analytically about audience demographics and the way that we interact and engage with media texts daily.
The course is made up of 3 components, through which you will analyse, study, and create a range of the following media forms:
u Advertisements & marketing materials
u Newspapers
u Video Games
u Music Videos
u Radio and film marketing
u TV programmes
u Magazines
u Online media (such as blogs and websites)
The course has a focus on both theoretical analysis and hands-on, practical media production, so is an ideal choice for someone wanting a mix of exam and project-based assessments.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need a grade 5 in English.
Examination Board
EDUQAS
A LEVEL
Physics examines the behaviour and properties of matter in a wide variety of contexts, ranging from sub-nuclear particles from which all ordinary matter is made, to the behaviour of the material universe as a whole.
You will find out that electrons are waves and how to leap tall buildings in a single bound; but to do this you will need confidence with numbers, diagrams and theoretical models.
Physics is a challenging subject which teaches you how to solve problems using mathematics. It is a subject valued by many employers and is essential for career paths; for example motor sport engineering, computer games technology, biomedical sciences, architecture and engineering, to name just a few.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need a grade 6 in physics, or combined science at GCSE and a grade 6 in mathematics.
Examination Board
OCR - (Cromwell)
AQA - (Neale-Wade)
PSYCHOLOGY
A LEVEL
Psychology is one of the most popular A levels in the country and will appeal to anyone with an interest in the mind and how it works. Psychologists attempt to describe and explain a variety of human behaviours, and during the course we will be addressing questions such as:
Can we rely on our memories? What e ect do hormones have on our behaviour? What is normal/abnormal behaviour?
The A level course consists of three papers, taken at the end of the two year course, examining the following topics:
u Memory, attachment, social influence & psychopathology
u Approaches in psychology, biopsychology & research methods
u Cognition, development, schizophrenia and aggression
Psychology A level supports students looking to pursue careers in counselling, nursing, or psychologists. You could also specialise in a particular area of psychology such as education or mental health.
Course-specific entry requirements
You will need a grade 6 in psychology or a grade 6 in English, science and maths.
Examination Board AQA
RELIGIOUS STUDIES SCIENCE (APPLIED)
A LEVEL
Religious Studies A level allows you to apply a wide range of concepts, better enabling you to interpret, contextualise and analyse expressions of religions and world views.
It encourages you to develop an appreciation of religious thought and its contribution to individuals, communities, and societies.
Religions and beliefs to research and present well-informed and reasonable arguments, which engage profoundly with moral, religious and spiritual issues.
The course consists of the philosophy of religion, religion and ethics and the study of religion which is Hinduism. This exciting course looks at the arguments for the existence of God, challenges religious belief including the problem of evil and su ering and religious belief being a product of the mind.
There will also be a study of three ethical theories. In Hinduism you will consider the practices which shape and express religious identity and work of scholars.
Course-specific entry requirements
You will need a grade 6 in religious studies or a grade 6 in English.
Examination Board
EDUQAS
A LEVEL
This qualification broadens and expands the specialist work-related focus of this science qualification, preparing you for employment in your chosen vocational sector. It is broadly equivalent to one GCE A level and is suitable for you if you have already decided that you wish to enter a particular area of scientific work.
The course consists of three mandatory units:
u Principles and applications of science
u Science investigation skills
u Practical scientific procedures and techniques
A further nine optional units can be studied across each of the science-based disciplines, including: the physiology of human body systems; biochemistry and biochemical techniques; electrical circuits and their applications.
You will be awarded a pass, merit, or distinction qualification grade by the aggregation of points gained through the successful achievement of individual units.
Course-specific entry requirements
No additional requirements to the main entry to sixth form information.
Examination Board
EDEXCEL
SOCIOLOGY SPANISH
A LEVEL
Sociology is the study of the individual and society, with a focus on interactions within the local and global community. A level sociology will enable you to develop analytical skills, as well as encouraging you to tackle questions faced in our formative years and adult years.
Sociology aims to explain some of the problems we have in society, such as: why males are less likely to be given custody, why certain ethnicities do better than others each year in school, what the real purpose of having religion is and why do radical sects develop, and why o icial statistics suggest that black working class males are the most likely to be criminal.
Topics covered include:
u Families and households
u Education
u Research methods
u Beliefs in society
u Crime and deviance
u Sociological theory
Studying a sociology A level, leads to a wide range of humanities-based degrees, as well as providing a pathway to more vocational degrees, such as business management, film, media, and journalism.
Course-specific entry requirements
You will need GCSE grade 6 in English.
Examination Board
AQA
A LEVEL
A level Spanish builds on the skills and knowledge build at GCSE and allows you to discover in more depth the o icial language of 21 countries. There’s a reason why A level Spanish is the most popular foreign language - it’s highly prized by employers around the world, as well as university.
In addition, it is one of the top five languages used in business, so speaking Spanish could also improve your job prospects in the future. You’ll develop the ability to understand di erent dialects and examine the economic, social, and cultural issues in Spain and Latin America.
This course focuses on the topics of politics, immigration, media, cultural celebrations, and Hispanic communities. This will deepen your understanding of the language, society, and history of Spain as well as develop your grammatical knowledge and your spoken fluency. You will study authentic spoken and written sources in Spanish including literary texts and films, and also conduct your own individual research project on an aspect of Hispanic culture you are interested in and present this as part of your assessment.
Spanish can be combined with almost any other subject including English, business, law, sport, and any of the sciences and social science.
There are a range of things you can do with your Spanish A level qualification. It will allow you to study the language at a further level – at university for example, however the language can also be of use to those studying culture, literature, sociology and history due to the range of transferable skills you’ll learn. Spanish is of huge global importance, and there are ever increasing opportunities for Spanish speakers to work in Europe and Latin America. Language graduates have the highest employment rate a er students of medicine, dentistry and veterinary science.
Course-specific entry requirements
You will need GCSE grade 6 or above in GCSE Spanish.
Examination Board Edexcel
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
BTEC LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA
A diploma in sport will give students a solid foundation in the sector, enabling them to develop essential skills required for gaining employment, securing career progression, or progressing to further qualifications and training required to achieve their goals.
You will study:
u Anatomy and physiology
u Fitness training and programming for health, sport and wellbeing
u Professional development in the sports industry
u Sports leadership
u Investigating business in the sport and active leisure industry
u Skill acquisition in sport
Learners will also choose three optional units that have been designed to support progression to the range of sector-related courses in higher education, and to link with relevant occupational areas.
Great subject pairings
Sport goes well with psychology and biology as well as business.
Life a er Sixth Form
This course introduces the sector for students looking to build a career in sport within one of its occupational areas. These areas include careers in exercise and fitness, coaching and leadership, sports development, and the outdoors.
Course-specific entry requirements
No additional requirements to the main entry to sixth form information.
Examination Board
EDEXCEL
Emily
A er studying at Cromwell for 5 years, I had to choose it for sixth form. The transition was e ortless and the familiarity for the school helped me settle in quickly. I can study the subjects I want, am able to spend time in private study completing revision and homework tasks, to further my understanding, and I feel comfortable to ask for help when I need it.
One thing that stood out to me the most was the support system of Mrs Fisher, Mrs Paul and our sixth form mentors, their dedication and kindness helped to welcome and settle us all in. Their knowledge and advice of university applications has made the process less stressful and allowed me to focus my attention primarily on my studies.
At A level I chose law, psychology and sociology along with an enrichment of core maths. These subjects have challenged me but with the help of my talented teachers I am able to succeed and achieve the best possible grades.
Lily Eve
As an external student, Cromwell sixth form stood out to me for having a high standard of teaching in a smaller-scale secondary school environment. Although the transition from GCSE to A level studies was di icult at first, the teachers have all been really accommodating, getting to know the members of sta made me feel more comfortable, in what started out as an unfamiliar environment for me.
Additionally, the sixth form sta are friendly, and Mrs Paul and Mrs Fisher are extremely helpful for sorting out any social issues or just to have a catch-up on how you are getting on in your studies.
I am studying A levels in history, psychology and French along with an AS level in core maths, and I have been really well-supported by my teachers. Going into year 13, I have felt that if I have any issues with understanding, I can always ask my teachers for help and advice. Being able to do private study in my free periods helps me to make the most out of my time at here. Despite being a lot of hard work, sixth form at Cromwell has really motivated me to put everything into my studies to get the best possible results for university next year.
Guidance for careers, apprenticeships and university applications is available and actively given in PSCHE lessons every week. My time here has been fun, enjoyable and has helped prepare me for higher education.
A er completing secondary school and GCSES at Cromwell, the only sixth form application I made was for Cromwell Community College. I have especially enjoyed sixth form because it feels like a second home, with our own separate areas away from the rest of the school.
For my A levels I chose law, history and psychology because I wish to pursue a career in law. My teachers are all very friendly and happy to discuss content and strategies for success, and I love the community feel that Cromwell’s sixth form has. Working in the Cromwell Primary School for my enrichment, is just so rewarding, especially the enthusiasm of the young pupils.
Another reason that Cromwell was always my first choice is because of the constant support from sta . The sixth form sta have helped and supported me constantly from beginning the process of my ADHD diagnosis to now. My extra time for exams, which I received recently is also thanks to the awareness of the sta and their desire to treat us all as individuals.
Lewis
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A er studying at Neale-Wade for secondary school, I knew I wanted to carry on my education at sixth form. The transition was very easy, and the familiar sites of the school made it comfortable for me to settle in. I was able to start my choice of subjects straight away with teachers that I was already familiar with. The calm environment that is within the sixth form area has helped me in completing my independent study and broaden my learning.
As well as this, the sixth form sta of Mrs Paul, Mrs Gribble and Mrs Ayres are all friendly and are there for you if you have a problem or if you want to ask a question.
I am studying Information Technology Level 3 and BTEC business Level 3. The teachers I have had over the two years have been helpful and very supportive.
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