KSA SIXTH FORM

Achievement Collaboration Leadership

WELCOME TO OUR ACADEMYDear students and parents,

At Kettering Science Academy Sixth Form we believe that the student is at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make.

We firmly believe that our Sixth Form is the stepping stone to higher education and employment and as such we encourage the skills needed to be successful. To do this we believe in creating the conditions for achievement, actively promoting collaboration and developing the skills for leadership in students.

ACHIEVEMENT Kettering Science Academy has a proven track record of success with an ever increasing number of students obtaining places at Britain’s top universities. Achievement for every learner comes through hard work and we believe in creating the conditions which enable every learner to be successful.

By creating a personalised timetable for every learner and a personal pathway we believe that we enable every Sixth Former to achieve the very best they can.

COLLABORATION Collaborative partnership with Brooke Weston, Corby Business Academy, local colleges, universities and other organisations enables us to offer a varied and rich curriculum. We offer the traditional pathway of AS and A Level courses together with vocational, applied and technical courses in a range of subjects.

LEADERSHIP At KSA Sixth Form we offer opportunities to develop leadership skills which include head boy and girl positions, NCS opportunities, Duke of Edinburgh Award, being leaders in learning during tutor times and organising community and charity events. The skills learnt through an active enrichment programme will equip every learner for the world of work. By taking on responsibility the learners of today will become the leaders of tomorrow and at Kettering Science Academy Sixth Form we actively encourage responsible leadership.

The support, guidance and the very best advice is available at Kettering Science Academy and through a dedicated team of Sixth Form professionals we are able to ensure that every learner leaves us well prepared for the challenges of the future.

The support, guidance and the very best advice is available atKettering Science Academy and through a dedicated team of Sixth Formprofessionals we are able to ensure that every learner leaves us wellprepared for the challenges of the future.

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Paul Davies Principal

Jane WatsonAssistant Vice Principal for Sixth Form

Our vision is to provide an outstanding personalised educational experience for each and every Sixth Form student. Kettering Science Academy is a high achieving, courteous institution which is exceptional in its care, guidance and support of the young people it serves. KSA will maximise the achievement of every student and excels in its standards of teaching, learning and service. It is a place where talent is liberated, success is celebrated and achievement triumphs.

OUR VISION

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ACHIEVEMENT The staff at KSA are experts in their subject areas and provide a personalised learning programme tailored to the needs of our post 16 students. We set aspiration targets so students achieve their best and are proud of these achievements.

The A Level pass rate over the last four years has averaged at 97%. Of these students, an average of 80% progressed to university to pursue a degree course. All other students deferred entry, progressed to further education at college, secured apprenticeships or obtained jobs with training.

There is a positive learning environment at our Sixth Form which is based on clear expectations and mutual respect. Sixth Form students are expected to work and study independently, although there are opportunities for students to study with peers and staff in subject areas. The Sixth Form is part of the collegiate structure of the school and is integrated into the wider academic community, allowing students to participate in sporting activities and engage in the enrichment programme. Students are expected to leave KSA as socially confident young adults who have experienced growth in addition to excellent academic success.

VALUES AND EXPECTATIONS

CURRICULUMAS/A Levels• Most students study 4 subjects at AS level

and study 3 subjects at A Level

• Assessment by examination and/or coursework

Applied A Levels• Single or double awards

• Single award is equivalent to 1 A Level

• Double award is equivalent to 2 A Levels

• Assessment is heavily weighted to coursework with some examined units

BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diplomas • Two year course

• Equivalent to 1 A Level

• Assessment is coursework

• 6 modules

• No examinations

Level 2 Courses (in collaboration with local colleges)

• These are equivalent to between one and four GCSEs at grade A-C

COLLABORATION

TUTOR SUPPORTSixth Form tutors are responsible for a student’s academic progress. Their job is to support the students to achieve their targets, nurturing them along the way. The tutor will also assist the student with individualised guidance for progression from the Academy to future pathways at university, apprenticeships or in employment.

FINANCIAL SUPPORTThe 16-19 Bursary is available for students from low income families to support their education. Applications are available from student reception.

Free school meals are still available to Sixth Form students.

Apply at www.northamptonshire.gov.uk

PROGRESS CHECKStudent progress and attainment is monitored at 4 stages throughout each academic year and reported to the student and their parents/guardians. During these periods of monitoring, students and staff will discuss the progress so far. If necessary, intervention will be put in place to support students to achieve.

PARENTS’ EVENINGSParent’s evenings are arranged throughout the year where:

• General progress and attainment can be discussed with the student’s form tutor.

• Specific progress and attainment can be discussed with the student’s subject tutor.

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LEADERSHIP ENRICHMENT ACADEMIC• Extended project – This is a project where the student decides a topic to investigate and then produces a

dissertation which is accredited at level 3. This encourages students to work independently, develop study skills whilst enhancing their knowledge in a specific area.

• COPE (Certificate in Personal Effectiveness) – This qualification is accredited to students if they can meet criteria based on teamwork, leadership and co-operation. This is worth up to 70 UCAS points.

• Academy Excellence Awards – Students who excel in certain subjects are entered for these prestigious national awards.

• KSA Excellence Awards – These are available for all students with a range of challenging and interesting titles, allowing students to widen their knowledge and develop their independent research skills.

• Young Enterprise – An opportunity for students to set up and manage their own business, taking on different roles of responsibility and working with local employers.

• University taster days – Students can opt into a variety of taster day experiences from a range of universities.• National Citizen Service – NCS gives young people a unique opportunity to develop greater confidence, self-

awareness and responsibility. It encourages personal and social development by working on skills like leadership, teamwork and communication. Young people will make friends with new people and face new challenges on residential weeks away from home. They will work with businesses and local community organisations to design and deliver a 30 hour social action project on an issue they are passionate about.

PERSONAL• Creative – First aid, film, music and drama clubs• Sport – Football Academy, sports clubs, sports leaders award and Duke of Edinburgh• Mentoring – Peer mentoring in the primary phase, Year 7, Year 8, Year 11 and the library• Individual Work Experience

The Head Boy and Girl are elected by their peers annually. Their role is to represent the Sixth Form on the school council, attend and speak at open evenings and take on leadership roles in the Academy. They are involved in appointments to the committee teams and the teaching staff. They have a key role in the Sixth Form review. They manage and liaise with the Sixth Form committees.

HEAD BOY AND HEAD GIRL

These are made up of all Year 12 and 13 students. The aim of the committees is to allow students to take on a leadership role and have ownership of their own projects and activities. A wide range of committees exist including publicity, academic, charity, environment, sport, library, arts, business and social. Students are actively encouraged to lead and engage in these teams across the whole academy.

COMMUNITY PROJECTS Sixth form students work within their house to plan and organise projects involving younger students and the community. The aim is to develop their social and citizenship skills while providing role models for younger students at the Academy.

SIXTH FORM AMBASSADORS Sixth form students have the opportunity to become an ambassador, working with staff to promote the Academy to the wider community and accompanying visitors around the Academy. This role develops students’ confidence and communication skills.

PREPARATION FOR THE FUTURE Academic preparation includes visits to universities and workshops on student finance, bursaries, how to apply to university and apprenticeships. Sixth formers also benefit from visiting speakers who talk about different careers.

To develop students’ life skills, Kettering Science Academy also offers workshops such as cooking, First Aid and driving safety.

COMMITTEES

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Silver Pathway – 6 GCSE grade C or above including Mathematics and English (some subjects require grade B to study further)

Purple Pathway – 5 GCSE grade C or above – including at least one in Mathematics or English

– if Mathematics or English GCSE have not been achieved a re-sit will be included in this programme

Football Academy Pathway – 5 GCSE grade C or above – including at least one in Mathematics or English

– if Mathematics or English GCSE have not been achieved a re-sit will be included in this programme

– a trial for football will be included

Level 2 Pathway – 4 GCSEs at grade D

All students will be expected to take part in academic enrichment, engage in leadership opportunities or participate in the mentoring programme throughout their Sixth Form experience. If the number of applications exceeds the Sixth Form capacity the post 16 admissions policy will be implemented, which is available on the Academy’s website.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

PATHWAYS

AS AS AS AS Enrichment

AS AS AS Single Applied A Level Enrichment

AS AS Double Applied A Level Enrichment

SILVER PATHWAY

PURPLE PATHWAY

FOOTBALL ACADEMY PATHWAY

Enrichment

Enrichment

Single Applied A Level Double Applied A Level Enrichment

AS Double Applied A Level Enrichment

AS Single applied A Level Single applied A Level

Single Applied A Level Single applied A Level Single applied A Level

LEVEL 2 PATHWAY

Level 2 courses in collaboration with local colleges

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“Many lessons are engaging and well resourced, enabling students to make good progress.” – Ofsted Inspector

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AS AS AS

Football Academy

Enrichment

AS AS Single Applied A Level Enrichment

AS Single Applied A Level Single Applied A Level Enrichment

EnrichmentSingle Applied A Level Double Applied A Level

COURSES / COMMUNICATIONS

FRENCH/GERMAN A LEVELEXAM BOARD AQA ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

There are four units covering listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.

• Units 1 and 2 are completed in Year 12.

• Units 3 and 4 are completed in Year 13.

Topics covered include new technologies, immigration, relationships, the media and the environment.

FUTURE PATHWAYS

Those who study French or German at A Level prepare themselves for fluency and accuracy when conversing or writing in another language. Students will be able to give and justify their opinions on a number of interesting topics. They will become increasingly confident in being able to speak with and write to people in Francophone or German-speaking countries.

Study at AS/A2 Level will help prepare them for further study or working life in an increasingly global economy.

‘The limits of my language are the limits of my world.’ Wittgenstein

Courses offered are subject to student uptake but wherever possible we will try to accommodate individual students’ needs. Additional courses may be offered to suit the needs of a particular cohort.

ENGLISH LITERATURE A LEVELEXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Unit 1: Explorations in Prose and Poetry.

Unit 2: Explorations in Drama (A study of Shakespeare and other plays with critical readings).

Unit 3: Interpretations of Prose and Poetry.

Unit 4: Reflections in Literary Studies (Independent study of poetry, prose or drama with free choice of texts).

FUTURE PATHWAYS

This A Level offers a great route for students considering higher education or a future career in journalism, education or theatre. Studying Literature at A Level is a great course for any individual with a love of reading. Texts from poetry, prose and drama are all explored alongside critical writings which enable students to develop their own views and ideas. The breadth of texts studied will broaden and mature any young reader into a critical thinker able to view the world with perception.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE A LEVELEXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT JUNE

UNITS STUDIEDThis course comprises of 4 units with unit 1 and 2 being studied in Year 12 and the completion of the units 3 and 4 in Year 13.Topics studied include: power, gender and technology; child acquisition; creating texts and investigating language changes.

FUTURE PATHWAYS

This A Level course offers a great route for students considering a higher education or a future career in publishing, law or advertising. Studying language at A Level allows you to explore the English language, both past and present, and deepen your understanding of this global communication.The different variations of the English language will be analysed, developing your understanding and appreciation of English in all of its contexts.

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MEDIA STUDIES A LEVELEXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

There are four units covering Unit 1: Investigating Media.

Unit 2: Creating Media (practical production coursework).

Unit 3: Critical Perspectives.

Unit 4: Media: Research and Production (Critical exploration with linked production coursework).

FUTURE PATHWAYS

This A Level offers a great route for students considering higher education or a career in the media. Studying media at A Level presents students with the opportunity to investigate topics that spark their interest whilst developing their knowledge and understanding of contemporary debates and issues. The practical production units offered at both AS and A2 enable students to demonstrate their creative and technical competence with new digital media whilst also allowing students the autonomy to design and create features which reflect their own media tastes.

FINE ART A LEVELEXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Unit 1: Coursework – made up of practical work and personal study.

Unit 2: Externally set exam.

Unit 3: Coursework – made up of practical work, dissertation and personal study.

Unit 4: Externally set exam.

FUTURE PATHWAYSThis course will give students a wide choice of progression options into further study, training or relevant employment. Students who successfully complete the qualification will be well equipped to move on to a degree course in art or a related field.

COURSES / ART & INDUSTRIAL DESIGN

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PRODUCT DESIGN A LEVELEXAM BOARD AQA ASSESSMENT COURSEWORK AND EXTERNALLY ASSESSED EXAM IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Unit 1: Material Components and Applications (25%)

Unit 2: Learning Through Designing and Making (25%)

Production of a design portfolio that contains evidence of product investigation, product design, product manufacture and evaluation.

Unit 3: Design and Manufacture (25%)

Unit 4: Design and Manufacture Practice (25%). Production of a design portfolio that contains evidence of product investigation, product design product manufacture and evaluation.

FUTURE PATHWAYS

Product design encompasses a wide range of design disciplines but is firmly rooted in the skills required to design and make high quality products. Those who study product design at A Level have an excellent foundation to go on to further study at degree level in product design, graphic design, furniture design, architecture, automotive design, interior design or landscape design. Studying at AS/A2 Level will help prepare students for further studying or working life in an increasingly demanding consumer society.

BTEC LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN HOSPITALITY AND CATERING

EXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Mandatory Units

Unit 1: Development of Working Relationships in Hospitality.

Unit 2: Health, Safety and Security in the Hospitality Working Environment

Unit 9: Food Safety in Catering

Plus Further optional units from:

Unit 3: Preparing, Cooking and Finishing of Hot Sauces.

Unit 4: Preparing, Cooking and Finishing of Dressings and Cold Sauces.

Unit 5: Preparing, Cooking and Finishing of Fish Dishes

Unit 6: Preparing, Cooking and Finishing of Meat Dishes

Unit 7: Preparing, Cooking and Finishing of Dishes

Unit 8: Preparing, Cooking and Finishing of Vegetable Dishes

Unit10: Principles of Preparing, Cooking and Finishing Complex Soups

Unit11: Principles of Preparing, Cooking and Finishing Fresh Pasta Dishes

Unit12: Principles of Preparing, Cooking and Finishing Complex Cakes, Sponges, Biscuits and Scones

Unit13: Principles of Preparing, Cooking and Presenting Complex Cold Products

Unit14: Principles of Preparing, Cooking and Finishing Complex Hot Desserts

Unit15: Principles of Preparing, Cooking and Finishing Complex Cold Desserts

Unit 16: The Principles of Food Safety Supervision for Catering

FUTURE PATHWAYSThis course will give students a wide choice of progression options into further study, training or relevant employment. Students who successfully complete the qualification will be well equipped to move on to a degree/HND/Apprenticeship course in food preparation, catering, hospitality, training to become a chef or a related field.

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COURSES / EXPRESSIVE ARTS

BTEC LEVEL 3 PERFORMING ARTS (ACTING) YEAR ONE - EDEXCEL BTEC LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE (EQUIVALENT TO AS LEVEL) YEAR TWO - EDEXCEL BTEC LEVEL 3 SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA (EQUIVALENT TO A LEVEL)

EXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

The BTEC Level 3 in Performing Arts (Acting) is designed to provide students with a greater understanding of the processes of the performing arts world, with a specific emphasis on acting skills and knowledge. In year 1, students will have to study 1 core unit and 2 optional units chosen by the assessors.Core Unit: Principles of ActingOptional Units include:• Devising Play• Theatre in Education• Auditions for Actors• Film and TV acting and many more.In year 2, students will have to study 1 core unit and 2 optional units chosen by the assessors.Core Unit: Performing to an AudienceOptional Units include:• Script Writing• Developing Physical Theatre• Marketing for the Performing Arts• Variety Performance and many more.Assessment is carried out throughout the course and is designed to meet the needs of the learners. Assessment can be completed through a variety of means including presentations, performance (both public and invited only audiences), essays, actors’ logbooks, video, observations and witness statements. Students are able to use a variety of methods for assessment, most suitable to the context of the performing arts world.

FUTURE PATHWAYS

This qualification can lead to further studies/degrees in acting, drama and performing. It could support a teaching/coaching role in performing arts or lead to a number of pathways in the performing arts industry, such as events manager, arts co-ordinator and more.

BTEC LEVEL 3 MUSIC TECHNOLOGYEXAM BOARD AQA ASSESSMENT IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

This Music Technology Production course will introduce students to practical skills in sound recording, composing and music technology, including the creation and production of music through the use of computer and sound recording systems.Units:• Music Production Techniques• Listening Skills for Music Technologists• Live Sound Techniques• Delivering a Music Product• The Music Freelance World• Sequencing Systems and Techniques

FUTURE PATHWAYS

On successful completion of this course (and achieving Functional Skills at Level 2) students can progress on to studying for a Foundation Degree or a BA(Hons) in a related subject. Alternatively you could progress into employment in the music industry.

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DRAMA AND THEATRE STUDIES A LEVELEXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Unit 1: Exploration of Drama and Theatre 40% of AS marks (20% of the A Level marks) This unit introduces students to the content of plays written for the theatre. They will learn how to analyse plays in a variety of ways so that they become familiar with the way written plays can be interpreted for realisation in performance.

Unit 2: Theatre Text in Performance 60% of AS marks (30% of the A Level marks) This unit offers students the chance to demonstrate skills in a performance environment. The knowledge and understanding gained during the study of two plays in Unit 1 can now be applied with a view to delivering a performance to an audience.

Unit 3: Exploration of Dramatic Performance 40% of A2 marks (20% of the A Level marks) This unit requires the creation of a unique and original piece of theatre. The knowledge and understanding gained in the AS units can now be applied to a created production. Students will be assessed on both the process of creation and the finished product in the form of a performance to an invited audience.

Unit 4: Theatre Text in Context 60% of A2 marks (30% of the A Level marks) This externally examined written unit requires the detailed study of one set play text and one prescribed historical period of theatrical development.

FUTURE PATHWAYS

The Drama and Theatre Studies course is designed to provide a balance across a range of learning activities. This course combines the activities of exploring plays, creating theatre, the performing of plays, the analysis of theatre and the critical evaluation of all of these elements. Students completing the course successfully will have a thorough understanding of drama and theatre, highly toned analytical and creative skills and an ability to communicate effectively with others.

MUSIC A LEVELEXAM BOARD AQA ASSESSMENT IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

This course enables students to extend their knowledge and understanding of music, to create and develop their own musical ideas and to demonstrate technical, interpretative and communication skills through performing music.This six-unit course helps students to develop aural, theoretical and analytical skills and enables them to explore a professional piece of work and an area of study selected to suit their preferences. They can choose to study compositional techniques, to create music which draws on their own experience and enthusiasm or to arrange a given piece of music. In their performances, students can present solo and ensemble pieces and can work with music technology.A Level Music builds on the knowledge and skills gained from GCSE Music as well as musical experience gained outside the classroom. It recognises the interdependence of different aspects of musical activity.

FUTURE PATHWAYS

The course specification provides a sound preparation for the study of music in higher education, as well as providing opportunities to develop strengths and interests leading to music-related and other careers. It encourages students to develop a wide range of transferable skills such as critical thinking, research, communication and team-work.

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MATHEMATICS A LEVELEXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL EXAMINATION JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Core 1 and 2: Calculus, Trigonometry, Geometry, Algebra. And either Statistics 1, Decision Maths 1 or Mechanics 1. Core 3 and 4: Further Trigonometry, Logarithms, Calculus. Any of the remaining applied modules.

FUTURE PATHWAYSThere are many routes for A Level Mathematicians; degrees in engineering, accountancy and architecture require it. It can lead to careers in quantity surveying, financial services and banking among others. It also helps students to think, plan and process logically, to interpret the world around them in a factual way and improve problem solving skills.

CAMBRIDGE TECHNICALS LEVEL 3 QUALIFICATION: ICTEXAM BOARD OCR ASSESSMENT COURSEWORK ONLY – NO EXAM

UNITS STUDIED

The qualification is a 2 year course. 3 units are completed each year in order to gain the award.

2 mandatory units and 4 units selected from 23 options.

Mandatory unit 1: Communication and employability skills for IT The unit will prepare learners to effectively use communication channels within a working environment and to understand what an employer expects of an individual, whilst identifying their own personal development needs. Mandatory unit 2: Information systems This unit will provide the learner with a greater understanding of how organisations use information internally and externally, identifying the types of information they will encounter. The skills gained will give the learner knowledge of the functionality of information and how to produce management information systems.

FUTURE PATHWAYS

This course will develop your skills in using communication software and hardware. These skills will be useful on virtually every future pathway you could imagine. If you go on to further study you will find that you need ICT skills to produce and present your work; if you go on to employment you will find that ICT skills are essential wherever you work. ICT skills are an important part of ordinary everyday life – whether you engage in social networking, or manage your money on-line. This is a practical course which will give you good experience of using a broad range of ICT skills.

FURTHER MATHEMATICS A LEVELEXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL EXAMINATION JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Further Pure 1 Decision 1 Mechanics 1 Plus 3 other modules from Further Pure 2, Further Pure 3, Decision 2, Statistics 2 and Mechanics 2

FUTURE PATHWAYSFurther Mathematics prepares students well for Mathematics, actuarial and accountancy degrees, for some universities it is a prerequisite on some of the courses. It also develops further students’ abilities to rationalise, analyse and problem solve in a wide range of contexts.

COURSES / MATHS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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BUSINESS A LEVELEXAM BOARD AQA ASSESSMENT

COURSEWORK AND EXTERNALLY ASSESSED EXAMS IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Mandatory units above units 1 – 3 Unit 1: Investigating Business – portfolio Business aims and objectives, customer needs, marketing mix and competition.

Unit 2: People in Business – portfolioRoles and responsibilities, development opportunities and mock recruitment.Unit 3: Financial Planning and Monitoring (External Assessment) Pre-release material – business costs, revenues and profits.Optional Units Unit 8: Business Planning – portfolio business plan. Unit 11: The Marketing Environment (External Assessment)Impact of environment on the success of businesses

Unit 12: Managing People (External Test) Management Styles.

FUTURE PATHWAYS

Studying business allows students flexible routes of progression to higher education, training or employment, providing a broad background to business topics that would be covered by degree subjects and having been developed to meet the requirements of many organisations in different business sectors. Delivery of the course provides students with the opportunity to develop their team work and presentation skills as well as using ICT – all of which are important factors in the economy of the 21st century.

COURSES / ETHICS, BUSINESS & HUMANITIES

SOCIOLOGY A LEVELEXAM BOARD AQA ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT AVAILABLE IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Unit 1: Families and Households

Unit 2: Education with Research Methods

Unit 3: Global Development

Unit 4: Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods

FUTURE PATHWAYS

The sociology course has been designed so that candidates will acquire the essential knowledge and understanding of central aspects of sociological thought and methods, together with the application of a range of skills. It has also been designed to allow the integration of sociological themes, such as family, education, global development and crime and deviance. During the course, material studied would be useful for candidates intending to pursue careers/higher education in the field of social sciences.

GEOGRAPHY A LEVELEXAM BOARD AQA ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT AVAILABLE IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Unit 1: Physical and Human GeographyRivers, coasts, population change, health issues.Unit 2: Geographical SkillsICT, graphical, cartographical and statistical skills, research and fieldwork.Unit 3: Contemporary Geographical IssuesPlate tectonics, world cities, development and globalisation.Unit 4: Geographical Issue Evaluation or Fieldwork InvestigationPre-release material.

FUTURE PATHWAYS

Studying Geography at A Level opens a number of routes due to the investigative nature of the course which encourages time management, development of data collecting and presenting techniques. It encourages students to explore how the human and natural worlds interact and impact on each other. In this modern world of globalisation and interconnectedness, it provides the platform to study further at university or enter into the job market equipped with a broad spectrum of skills.

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ECONOMICS A LEVELEXAM BOARD AQA ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Unit 1: Markets and Market FailureThis unit covers Microeconomics, the purpose of Economic Activity, Allocation of Resources, Supply and Demand in a market, Market Failure and Government Intervention.

Unit 2: The National EconomyThis unit looks at Macroeconomics, Economic Cycle, Flow of Income, AggregateSupply and Demand, growth, inflation, unemployment, balance of payments and government policy.

Unit 3: Business Economics and the Distribution of IncomeThis unit covers the objectives of firms, change, competitive markets, monopoly, the labour market and government intervention.

Unit 4: The National and International EconomyThis is a synoptic unit taking concepts learnt in units 1, 2 and 3 and applying them ina global context.

FUTURE PATHWAYS

This course provides a foundation for the study of economics or a related area through a range of higher education courses such as economics or business management degrees; or direct entry into employment.Economics provides students with a coherent combination of micro and macroeconomics and enables students to develop their skills of analysis, application and reasoning in different situations using appropriate techniques, language and vocabulary.

HISTORY A LEVELEXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT COURSEWORK AND EXAMINATION IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

AS Unit 1: Option D3 Russia in Revolution 1881-1924: from Autonomy to Dictatorship; Option D4 Stalin’s Russia, 1924-1953AS Unit 2: Option E1 British Political History 1945-1990: Consensus and Conflict

A2 Unit 3: Option D1 From Kaiser to Fuhrer: Germany 1900-1945 OR Option E2 A World Divided: Superpower Relations 1944-1990 A2 Unit 4: Historical EnquiryEdexcel-designed coursework programmes

FUTURE PATHWAYS

History A Level is a well-respected course with higher education institutions and employers. It teaches a range of skills including analysis, debate, evaluation, time management and independent research. The course covers a range of British, European and world studies. The history of the periods studied includes many seminal events that have helped shape the modern world. History A Level and degree students often go into business, law, archaeology, politics, accountancy, teaching and specialist historical jobs such as museum curator or archivist.

“Students make a strong contribution to the life of the Academy and the wider community. For example, many students support learning through peer mentoring, reading scheme support and work within the Primary Phase.”

– Ofsted Inspector

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BTEC LEVEL 3 TRAVEL AND TOURISMEXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Compulsory units:Unit 1 Investigating Travel and TourismUnit 2 The Business of Travel and TourismUnit 3 The UK as a DestinationUnit 4 Customer Service in Travel and TourismOptional units from:Unit 6 Preparing for Employment in Travel and TourismUnit 7 European DestinationsUnit 8 Long haul Travel Destinations Unit 9 Retail Travel OperationsUnit 10 Business Travel Operations Unit 11 Investigating the Cruise IndustryUnit19 UK Visitor Attractions

FUTURE PATHWAYSThis qualification can lead to further studies/degrees in travel and tourism. It could support a route on to an apprenticeship or job in a related field. It could be a stepping stone to a career in the travel industry such as a travel agent, tour operator, travel representative, air host/hostess or many other opportunities.

APPLIED HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE: SINGLE AND DOUBLE AWARD

EXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENTEXAM AND INTERNAL ASSESSMENT (RESEARCH BASED ASSIGNMENTS)

UNITS STUDIED

Single Award

Unit 1: Human Growth and Development

Unit 2: Communication and Values in Care

Unit 3: Positive Care Environments

Unit 7: Meeting Individual Needs

Unit 8: Promoting Health and Wellbeing

Unit 9: Investigating Disease

Double Award (as above plus following three units)

Unit 4: Social Aspects and Lifestyle Choices

Unit 5: Activities for Health and Well-Being

Unit 6: Public Health

Unit 10: Using and Understanding Research

Unit 11: Social Issues and Welfare Needs

Unit 12: Understanding Human Behaviour

FUTURE PATHWAYS

The Health and Social Care course is an accepted and recognised qualification for those wishing to pursue a career in the health sector either via vocational or further education training. This is achieved by delivering the content in a manner that relates to real-life situations, thereby preparing students for work. This qualification will also provide students with skills that are transferrable to other university courses and the world of work.

Students wishing to follow a career in the health sector should also be aware that the NHS currently pays all university fees and provides a bursary to those studying on their courses.

COURSES / SCIENCE

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PHYSICS A LEVELEXAM BOARD OCR ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT IN JUNE.

UNITS STUDIED

Module 1 – Development of practical skills in physics

Skills of planning, implementing, analysis and evaluation

Module 2 – Foundations of Physics

Physical quantities and units; Scalars and vectors; Measurements

Module 3 – Forces and Motion

Motion; Forces in action; Work, energy and power; Materials; Newton’s laws of motion and momentum

Module 4 – Electrons, Waves and Photons

Charge and current; Energy, power and resistance; Electrical circuits; Waves; Quantum physics

Module 5 – Newtonian World and Astrophysics

Thermal physics; Circular motion; Oscillations; Gravitational fields; Astrophysics

Module 6 – Particles and Medical Physics

Capacitors; Electric fields; Electromagnetism; Nuclear and particle physics; Medical imaging

FUTURE PATHWAYS

Physics can lead to a wide range of degree courses including physics, astrophysics, engineering, mathematics and space science. There are a wide range of careers that can be accessed through the problem solving and mathematical skills learned and applied during the course. Physics also teaches students to apply the knowledge they learn to everyday situations. This means that the skills learnt across the curriculum are consolidated and enhanced. The world today is crying out for physicists both in the science industries and also in financial industries, as physicists are selected for their unique skills and their ability to solve problems and apply their knowledge to new situations.

CHEMISTRY A LEVELEXAM BOARD OCR ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Module 1 – Development of Practical Skills in Chemistry

Module 2 – Foundations in Chemistry

Atoms, compounds, molecules and equations, Amount of substance, Acid–base and Redox Reactions , Electrons, Bonding and Structure.

Module 3 – Periodic Table and Energy

The Periodic Table and Periodicity ,Group 2 and The Halogens ,Qualitative Analysis, Enthalpy Changes , Reaction Rates and Equilibrium (qualitative).

Module 4 – Core Organic Chemistry

Basic Concepts ,Hydrocarbons , Alcohols and Halo Alkanes , Organic Synthesis

Analytical Techniques (IR and MS).

Module 5 – Physical Chemistry and Transition Elements

Reaction Rates and Equilibrium (quantitative) , pH and Buffers , Enthalpy, Entropy and Free Energy , Redox and Electrode Potentials , Transition Elements.

Module 6 – Organic Chemistry and Analysis

FUTURE PATHWAYS

The diversity of careers and university courses accessible through A Level Chemistry is evident when looking at what our past students go on to study. Many choose to follow pathways into health or clinical related professions. Some enter in the world of industry joining petrochemical or pharmaceutical firms. For other students their interests lie in studying pure Chemistry, pharmacology, biochemistry or even law. More general higher education courses are also followed due to the many transferable skills obtained throughout the course. Strong analytic and problem solving skills are sought after in the financial sector in particular. Some Chemistry based courses at university offer industrial placements or can be combined with a modern foreign language.

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PSYCHOLOGY A LEVELEXAM BOARD AQA ASSESSMENT EXTERNALLY ASSESSED EXAMINATIONS IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Unit 1: Cognitive Psychology, Developmental Psychology and Research Methods:

• Memory • Attachment • Research Methods Introduction

Unit 2: Biological Psychology, Social Psychology and Individual Differences:

•Stress • Social influence • Abnormality

Unit 3: Topics in Psychology: • Relationships • Aggression • Eating disorders

Unit 4: Psychopathology, Psychology in Action and Research Methods:

• Schizophrenia • Media psychology • Psychology Research and Scientific Method

FUTURE PATHWAYSCan lead to a degree in this field or alternatively to a degree in one of the strands of psychology including: cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, clinical psychology, criminal psychology or social psychology. It is useful for careers where working with people, in a medical setting and teaching.

BIOLOGY A LEVELEXAM BOARD OCR ASSESSMENT EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Module 1 – Development of Practical Skills in Biology.

Module 2 – Foundations in Biology

Cell structure, Biological Molecules, Nucleic Acids, Enzymes, Biological Membranes, Cell division, Cell Diversity and Cellular Organisation.

Module 3 – Exchange and Transport

Exchange Surfaces, Transport in Animals and Transport in Plants.

Module 4 – Biodiversity, Evolution and Disease

Communicable Diseases, Disease Prevention and the Immune System, Biodiversity, Classification and Evolution.

Module 5 – Communication, Homeostasis and Energy

Communication, and Homeostasis, Excretion, Neuronal Communication, Hormonal Communication, Plant and animal responses, Photosynthesis and Respiration.

Module 6 – Genetics, Evolution and Ecosystems

Cellular Control, Patterns of Inheritance, Manipulating Genomes, Cloning and Biotechnology, Ecosystems, Populations and Sustainability.

FUTURE PATHWAYS

The A Level biology syllabus covers a variety of traditional topics alongside some more contemporary ones. This range of study leads to a wide number of opportunities on completion of the course. Students that have studied biology are able go onto study either science based courses such as biological sciences, medicine, chemistry, biomedical science, forensic science, midwifery, psychology or non-science based courses such as primary education, law, criminology, economics and languages. The A Level course encourages the development of written, practical and research skills, all of which would allow entrance into the job equipped with a broad spectrum of skills.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION A LEVELEXAM BOARD AQA ASSESSMENT

ASSESSMENT, COURSEWORK & PRACTICAL IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Unit 1 – Opportunities for and the effects of leading a healthy, active lifestyle:

• Applied exercise physiology

• Skill acquisition

• Opportunities for participation

Unit 2 – Analysis and evaluation of physical activity as a performer and/or in adopted roles:

• Performer role

• Official/coach role

Unit 3 – Optimising performance and evaluating contemporary issues within sport:

• Applied physiology to optimise performance

• Psychological aspects that optimise performance

• Contemporary influences

Unit 4 – Optimising practical performance in a competitive situation:

• Practical performance

• Observation, analysis and critical evaluation

• Application of knowledge and understanding to optimise performanceForms a sound foundation to any sports related degree, apprenticeship or job.

FUTURE PATHWAYSThere are many degree opportunities in sport related areas such as teaching, coaching, sports management, sports psychology, sports physiology to mention a few.In addition it gives a student the knowledge to pursue a healthy lifestyle.

BTEC LEVEL 3 SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA IN SPORT (QCF) SINGLE AWARD

EXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT COURSEWORK IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Mandatory Units 1. Principle of Anatomy and Physiology in Sport2. The Physiology of Fitness3. Assessing Risk in SportOptional Units 5. Sports Coaching7. Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise17. Psychology for Sports Performance28. The Athlete’s Lifestyle

FUTURE PATHWAYS Successful completion of this course may lead to opportunities in a variety of sectors including teaching, coaching, physiotherapy and strength and conditioning.

COURSES / PE/SPORT/DANCE

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“There is a growing range of level 3 vocational and applied courses and the curriculum is supported by an extensive range of extra-curricular and enrichment opportunities.”

– Ofsted Inspector

BTEC LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN SPORT- PERFORMANCE AND EXCELLENCE (QCF) DOUBLE AWARD

EXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT COURSEWORK IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Mandatory Units 1. Principle of Anatomy and Physiology in sport2. The Physiology of Fitness3. Assessing Risk in sport4. Fitness Training and Programming5. Sports CoachingOptional Units 7. Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise11. Sports Nutrition12. Current Issues in Sport17. Psychology for sports Performance19. Analysis of Sports Performance26. Work Experience in Sport27. Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport28. The Athlete’s Lifestyle

FUTURE PATHWAYSSuccessful completion of this course may lead to opportunities in a variety of sectors including teaching, coaching, physiotherapy, sports nutrition, sports development, fitness instructing and strength and conditioning.

BTEC LEVEL 3 SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA IN DANCE (QCF) EXAM BOARD EDEXCEL ASSESSMENT COURSEWORK IN JUNE

UNITS STUDIED

Mandatory UnitUnit 9 Performing to an AudienceOptional units from:Unit 38 Dance PerformanceUnit 39 Choreographic PrinciplesUnit 40 Choreographing DanceUnit 41 Dance improvisationUnit 45 Developing Contemporary Dance TechniqueUnit 46 Applying Contemporary Dance TechniqueUnit 50 Movement in PerformanceUnit 51 International DanceUnit 52 Urban Dance Unit 54 Dance Appreciation

FUTURE PATHWAYSSuccessful completion of this course may lead to opportunities in teaching, theatre, television and related fields. Students could progress on to a degree course in dance or performing arts or an apprenticeship in this field.

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