Sixth Form Information Booklet 2021-22

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Careers and Higher Education Sherborne Girls is committed to helping pupils make successful decisions about their plans after Sixth Form. Most girls progress to traditional degree courses at competitive universities in the UK and abroad. We help pupils who do not want to go to university explore a variety of exciting alternatives for their future. In 2021, 80% of university applicants from Sherborne Girls secured places at Russell Group universities. Mrs Scorer (UCAS Coordinator) and Mrs McManus (Careers Coordinator) advise girls and their parents throughout the applications process, with regular drop-ins and one-to-ones. Mr Banks is also available to talk about Apprenticeship Schemes and applying to university abroad. A comprehensive programme to help girls plan their future is embedded in the Sixth Form curriculum and delivered at appropriate moments throughout the two years. Up-to-date advice is essential, and the girls are encouraged to seek information from reliable sources as they make plans. The programme includes: • T alks to the year group highlighting their options after School • Individual interviews in the Lent Term • A day of workshops in the Trinity Term of L6 to help girls make applications for the next stage • Use of Unifrog, a comprehensive careers and university online platform • Talks by university admissions tutors • Opportunities throughout the two years to meet employers and explore different careers • An opportunity to attend an apprenticeship fair • Visit to an Oxbridge Conference • Personal Statement and CV workshops • Information about going to university abroad

From 2021, the Lower Sixth will also participate in the new Sherborne Girls Futures Award. This bespoke programme provides girls with the opportunity to develop and recognise their employability skills and explore careers and higher education options in preparation for their life beyond school. It follows on from the portfolio building and reflective nature of the Sherborne Girls Junior Diploma, evidencing their skills, experiences and learning. At every turn, we prepare Sixth Formers thoroughly for the many challenges and exciting opportunities that lie ahead.

“Being in the U6 feels like just one step away from university. You have greater freedom but much more responsibility for yourself. You really learn how to act independently.”

Top university destinations in 2021 Bristol Edinburgh Newcastle UCL Exeter Durham

The girls are kept up-to-date about forthcoming careers events and opportunities and they are encouraged to gain relevant work experience and attend Taster Courses and Open Days. Those applying for Oxbridge, Dentistry, Veterinary Science or Medicine are assigned a mentor and attend weekly sessions to help them prepare for this highly competitive process. 5


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pages 79-80

Social life

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Boarding life

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pages 76-77

The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ

3min
pages 66-67

Sporting life

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pages 70-71

Entrepreneurship

2min
page 69

Co-Curricular opportunities

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page 68

Spanish

2min
page 65

Adventure & Leadership

6min
pages 74-75

Drama, Music & the Arts

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pages 72-73

Sociology

1min
page 64

Politics

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pages 58-59

Physics

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pages 56-57

Physical Education

1min
page 55

Religious Studies

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pages 62-63

Psychology

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pages 60-61

Music Technology

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page 54

Music

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page 53

Language Proficiency Diplomas

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pages 51-52

Mathematics

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page 48

Mandarin Chinese

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pages 46-47

Modern Languages

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page 50

Core Mathematics

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page 49

Latin

3min
page 45

History of Art

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pages 42-44

History

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page 41

Film Studies (AS and A Level

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page 36

German

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page 40

English Literature

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page 35

English Language

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page 34

Geography

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page 39

French

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pages 37-38

Economics

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pages 32-33

Drama and Theatre

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pages 30-31

Classical Civilisation

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pages 22-24

Computer Science

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pages 26-27

Design Technology: Fashion and Textiles

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pages 28-29

Classical Greek

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page 25

Biology

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page 19

Chemistry

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page 21

Business

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page 20

Art and Design: Three-Dimensional Design

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page 18

Careers and Higher Education

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page 7

Subject Choices

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Careers and Higher Education opportunities

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pages 8-10

Applying to the most competitive university courses

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page 11

Welcome to the Sixth Form

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page 5

Art and Design: Fine Art

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pages 15-16

Art and Design: Photography

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page 17

The Sixth Form curriculum

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pages 13-14
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