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BREDON SCHOOL

6TH FORM OPTION

BOOKLET

2013-2015

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Animal Management - BTEC Level 3 National ..................................................... 3

Art - A and AS Level ....................................................................................... 4

Business - Level 2 National Certificate .............................................................. 6

Business – Level 3 National ............................................................................. 7

Business - Level 2 Cambridge Technical ............................................................ 8

Business - Level 3 Cambridge Technical ............................................................ 9

Careers ....................................................................................................... 10

Child Care -WJEC GCSE ................................................................................ 11

CoPE - Certificate of Personal Effectiveness Levels 1 & 2 ................................... 12

Countryside & Environment - BTEC Level 2 ..................................................... 13

Drama and Theatre Studies - A Level.............................................................. 14

Engineering - BTEC Level 1 and 2 First Award .................................................. 15

Engineering - BTEC Level 1and 2 First Certificate ............................................. 16

Engineering - BTEC Level 3 Certificate ............................................................ 17

Engineering - BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma ............................................... 18

English Functional Skills ................................................................................ 18

English Literature - AS and A Level ................................................................. 20

ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) ............................................ 21

Geography - AS and A2 ................................................................................ 22

Health & Social Care - Level 3 National Certificate ............................................ 24

History - A2 and AS Level ............................................................................. 25

Horse Care - NVQ......................................................................................... 26

Hospitality - BTEC First Level 2 ...................................................................... 27

Hospitality - BTEC Level 3 ............................................................................. 28

IT -Cambridge Level 3 Technical .................................................................... 29

Law - BTEC Applied Level 3 ........................................................................... 31

Mathematics - AS and A Level ....................................................................... 32

Media Studies – AS and A2 Level ................................................................... 33

Media - Level 3 National Certificate ................................................................ 35

Music .......................................................................................................... 36

Physics - AS and A Level ............................................................................... 37

Science - Principles of Science BTEC Level 2 .................................................... 39

Science - Applied Science BTEC Level 3 Award ................................................. 40

Spanish – AS and A2 Level ............................................................................ 41

Sport - Post 16 ............................................................................................ 42

Sport - Leadership Qualifications & Awards ...................................................... 43

Sport - Level 3 Cambridge Technical ............................................................... 44

Travel and Tourism - AS and A2 ..................................................................... 46

Uniformed Public Services - BTEC Level 2 ........................................................ 49

Uniformed Public Services - BTEC Level 3 ........................................................ 51

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Animal Management - BTEC Level 3 National

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Certificate (30 credits) Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma (60 credits)

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Diploma (120 credits) Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (180 credits)

Is it for me? This course is designed to provide a highly specialist qualification for those students

specifically interested in a career involving practical animal management. How will this course benefit me?

You will: Gain a nationally recognised vocational qualification to enter employment or

further education. Develop an understanding, skills and knowledge of how to look after and

work with animals.

Understand the physiology and anatomy of animals. Be able to promote the health and nutrition of animals in their care.

Obtain a range of practical skills and personal qualities necessary for successful performance in working life

How may the different levels of this qualification be achieved?

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Certificate (equivalent to 1 ‘AS’ level) This 30 credit qualification is achieved by achieving 3 optional, internally assessed,

portfolio units.

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma (equivalent to 1 ‘A’ level)

This 60 credit qualification is achieved by achieving 1 mandatory & 5 optional, internally assessed, portfolio units.

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Diploma (equivalent to 2 ‘A’ levels)

This 120 credit qualification is achieved by achieving six mandatory and 6 optional, internally assessed portfolio units

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended (equivalent to 3 ‘A’ levels)

This 120 credit qualification is achieved by achieving 8 mandatory and 6 optional, internally assessed portfolio units

This Animal Management qualification contains a wide ranging variety of units, 32 in all, covering many interesting topics, including for example: animal health,

animal biology, animal anatomy & physiology, animal handling, animal feeding, animal nutrition, animal nursing, animal behaviour, animal welfare, etc. The full list and content of the units may be viewed on the Edexcel website.

How is the BTEC First in Countryside & Environment assessed?

All units consist of coursework assignments assessed internally. All units are graded and an combined overall grade for the qualification is awarded.

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Art - A and AS Level There are a wide range of options available within this practical skills based subject.

As part of the suite of AS and A2 courses, students can select one or more areas of study from the following list:

Fine Art (2 & 3 Dimensional work) Graphic Design ( including computer graphics) Three Dimensional Design (performance, environmental & jewellery

design) Textiles (fashion, print/dye and constructed techniques)

Photography (still photography, animation &film) Post 16 students are encouraged to use their study time in the department and

other departments such as areas of Technology when appropriate to their art work. There is a dedicated sixth form studio. In the studio there is a specific dry area for

computer and digital photography work. There are large easels for painting and drawing, a mannequin for fashion work and space for small scale 3D work.

Over the period of the courses, students will visit a range of museums and art galleries.

AS ART COURSES There are two units of work within this course.

Coursework Portfolio

Students will produce a selection of connected mini projects using one theme of their choice. This work is worth 60% of the overall marks. The themes used may

well be based upon previous projects used at GCSE level. They can also be developed for work at A2 level. Students are encouraged to use at least use two of

the areas of study for their projects. There is no requirement for formal written work at AS level.

Controlled Assignment

This is a set project, which includes preliminary work, and a 5-hour focused piece of practical work. The theme used can be developed for A2 work at a later stage. It is possible for students to attempt two separate AS Art endorsed courses, eg GCE

AS Art & Design (Fine Art) and GCE AS Art & Design (Photography) This is also the case at A2 stage. This unit is worth 40% of the AS course.

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A2 ART COURSES When a candidate follows Art at A2 level, the three units of work for AS are weighted as follows:

AS Coursework Portfolio 30%

AS Controlled Assignment 20% There are a further two units:

Personal Investigation

This practical project can be based upon the project work produced for the AS course that a student has previously done. It is worth 30% of the overall marks.

As part of this, students are required to produce a 1500 word study of an artist’s work which relates to their own work. The students will be directed and supported

in this work by staff over two terms. There is no written exam paper.

Controlled Test This is a timed closed assessment lasting 15 hours and is undertaken towards the

end of the course. The work produced is practical art based. This unit is worth 20% of the overall marks for the full A level course.

What might you do with an Art & Design A Level?

Previous successful students have continued their studies at Foundation and Degree levels. These have included degrees in Architecture, Interior Design, Product

Design, Graphic Design, Fine Art, Electronic Media, Fashion, Fashion Management and TV & Film Production.

GCSE courses in 6th Form Also on offer in the sixth form are a range of one and two year GCSE courses in the following areas of study:

Drawing and Painting Graphics

3 Dimensional Studies Textiles

Photography

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Business - Level 2 National Certificate

Certificate in Business (six units)

Is it for me? If you fancy a career in business or just want to find out if business is for you, then this is ideal for you.

How will it benefit me?

You will:

Learn about how the business world works

Develop skills, knowledge and understanding that will enable you to progress.

Keep your options open – you can carry on with business or do other things. How can I progress from the OCR Level 2 National Certificate in Business?

Start work in roles such as an office, sales or administrative assistant and undertake a Modern Apprenticeship, NVQ or other occupation qualification.

Take other Level 2 or higher level qualifications.

What does it cover?

Mandatory units

Unit 1 Investigating business Unit 2 Enterprise and operations Unit 3 Finance in business

Unit 4 Communication in business

Optional units Unit 5 Working with people in business Unit 6 Managing money

Unit 7 Promotion in business Unit 8 Business and enterprise in Europe

Unit 9 E-business Unit 10 Office administration Unit 11 Keeping customers happy

Unit 12 Career planning for business Unit 13 Work experience in business

How is the OCR Level 2 National Certificate in Business assessed?

There are no exams. Your tutor will assess your work for all units and this will be checked by OCR. To achieve the full qualification, you must achieve a total of six

units. Four of these are mandatory and two are chosen from a list of optional units. You can enter for individual units and gain certificates for units as you achieve

them.

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Business – Level 3 National

Certificate in Business (six units) Diploma in Business (twelve units)

Extended Diploma in Business (eighteen units) Are they for me?

If you are looking for a career in business and want to develop skills and understand that is directly relevant to the business world, then these qualifications

are for you. How will these qualifications benefit me?

You will: Develop the ability to work autonomously and effectively.

Build your skills, knowledge and understanding of business needed to both continue studying and to start work.

Be able to specialise in particular areas of business if you wish.

Obtain a qualification that is relevant to the workplace.

How can I progress from these qualifications? To work in business related roles – for example: supervisory or management

trainee.

To college or university for further study. To work-related and occupational qualifications in business.

What do they cover? Mandatory units

Unit 1 Investigating business Unit 3 Business communications Unit 2 Customer service Unit 4 Finance for business

Optional Units Unit 5 Marketing for business Unit 15 Human resource management

Unit 6 Practical sales skills Unit 16 Strategic management Unit 7 Law in the business world Unit 17 Recruitment and selection

Unit 8 Working in international business Unit 18 Training and development Unit 9 Career planning for business Unit 19 Employee relations Unit 10 Work experience in business Unit 20 Motivating and empowering

people Unit 11 Research, innovation, design Unit 21 Practical administration

and development Unit 22 Quality systems Unit 12 Skills and the entrepreneur Unit 23 Production

Unit 13 E-marketing Unit 24 Distribution Unit 14 E-business

How are the OCR Level 3 Nationals in Business assessed?

There are no exams. Your tutor will assess your work for all units and this will be checked by OCR. The six unit award is the equivalent of 1 ‘A’ level, twelve units is the equivalent of 2 ‘A’ levels and eighteen units 3 ‘A’ levels. The mandatory units

are covered in all cases. Optional units are chosen as far as possible to suit the interests of the group.

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Business - Level 2 Cambridge Technical

Extended Certificate in Business

Is it for me? If you fancy a career in business or just want to find out if business is for you, then this is ideal for you.

How will it benefit me?

You will:

Learn about how the business world works

Develop skills, knowledge and understanding that will enable you to progress.

Keep your options open – you can carry on with business or do other things. How can I progress from the OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical in Business?

Start work in roles such as an office, sales or administrative assistant and undertake a Modern Apprenticeship, NVQ or other occupation qualification.

Take other Level 2 or higher level qualifications.

What does it cover?

Mandatory units

Unit 1 Business Purposes (5 credits) Unit 2 Business Organisations (5 credits) Unit 3 Financial Forecasting for Business (5 credits)

Unit 4 People in Organisations (5 credits) Unit 5 The Marketing Plan (5 credits)

Optional units Unit 6 Verbal and Non Verbal Communication in business Contexts (5 credits)

Unit 7 Business Communication through Documentation (5 credits) Unit 8 Training and Employment in Business (5 credits)

Unit 9 Personal Selling (5 credits) Unit 10 Customer Relations (10 credits) Unit 11 Business Online (10 credits)

Unit 12 Business Ethics (5 credits) Unit 13 Bookkeeping for Business (5 credits)

How is the OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical in Business assessed?

There are no exams. Your tutor will assess your work for all units and this will be checked by OCR. To achieve the full qualification, you must achieve a total of 30 credits. Some units have 5 credits but larger units have 10 credits. Five units are

mandatory and others are chosen from a list of optional units. You can enter for individual units and gain certificates for units as you achieve them.

There is possibility to study additional units to achieve 60 credits which gains the diploma.

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Business - Level 3 Cambridge Technical

Introductory Diploma in Business (six units) Diploma in Business (twelve units)

Are they for me? If you are looking for a career in business (or will be working in a business) and

want to develop skills and understanding that is directly relevant to the business world, then these qualifications are for you.

How will these qualifications benefit me? You will:

Develop the ability to work autonomously and effectively. Build your skills, knowledge and understanding of business needed to both

continue studying and to start work. Be able to specialise in particular areas of business if you wish. Obtain a qualification that is relevant to the workplace.

How can I progress from these qualifications?

To work in business related roles – for example: supervisory or management trainee – whatever the discipline you will be working in a business/organisation.

To college or university for further study. To work-related and occupational qualifications in business.

What do they cover? Mandatory units

Unit 1The Business Environment Unit 3 Introduction to Marketing Unit 2 Business Resources Unit 4 Business Accounting

Unit 5 Human Resource Management Optional Units

Unit 6 Business Communication Unit 15 Developing Teams in Business Unit 7 Financial Accounting Unit 16 Contract and Business Law

Unit 8 Management Accounting Unit 17 Health and Safety in the Workplace Unit 9 Creative Product Promotion Unit 18 Business Project Management

Unit 10 Market Research in Business Unit 19 Website Design Strategy Unit 11 Internet Marketing in Business Unit 20 Understanding Business Ethics

Unit 12 Recruitment & Selection Unit 21 Business & The Economic Environment

Unit 13 Career Development Planning Unit 22 International Business Unit 14 Managing a Business Event

How are the OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technicals in Business assessed? There are no exams. Your tutor will assess your work for all units and this will be

checked by OCR. The six unit award is the equivalent of 1 ‘A’ level, twelve units is the equivalent of 2 ‘A’ levels and eighteen units 3 ‘A’ levels. The mandatory units 1 and 2 are covered in all classes, students opting for the 12 unit diploma will study

all mandatory units. Optional units for both options are chosen as far as possible to suit the interests of the group.

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Careers All students at Post 16 undertake a comprehensive careers programme. The aims are:

To understand themselves and the influences on them To investigate opportunities in learning and work To make and adjust plans to manage change and transition

The careers programme is integrated into the Post 16 courses, supported by the

Personal Tutors. One-to-one guidance is given to all students by our 6th Form Careers Teacher. Individual help is given in completing UCAS and other Further Education application forms. Mr John Mair the Careers Adviser is available to give

independent guidance to students and also attends the annual reviews.

A comprehensive Careers Resource Library stocked with leaflets, reference books, videos and careers computer software is available. This is used to match the

interests of the students to a database of jobs and occupations. Further research can be done via the Internet using Careers Etc.

‘Interview Exercise’ This two year project is completed by all students studying Post 16 courses. The

project aims to prepare students for their next stage in their career. The first year, the students will be instructed in the importance of making a good application, researching their strengths and weaknesses. The second year will be developing

and recording their achievements by completing a Curriculum Vitae and completed an application form. The students are prepared for a mock exercise interview

conducted by professional people from a wide section of the community. Staff observers give detailed feedback to students so they are aware of their performance.

Careers Fairs

Students are encouraged to attend careers events, Higher Education Fairs, University and Further Education College open days.

Industrial Links The school has strong community links. The Post 16 vocational course leaders have

many industrial connections and are able to integrate the realistic work related situations into the students’ assignments. Industrial visits recently attended include: Kraft UK, Kidderminster Town FC, Dormy House Hotel, Tewkesbury Park

Hotel, Burger Star and LA Fitness.

Work Experience Some students will complete a period of work experience. The aims of the work experience are:

To explore the opportunities within the work sector they are studying To collect information that will be helpful for their assignments

To understand and collect evidence of Key Skills in the work place We keep close communication with parents relating to students’ academic progress

and career development. We keep close touch with our ex-students, maintaining records of the career stages, Further or Higher Education progress.

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Child Care -WJEC GCSE

Is it for me?

If you are interested in a career with children or you just want to extend your understanding of the development and care of children from conception up to the age of 5.

How will it benefit me?

You will learn:

About the Family and the child.

About Nutrition and Diet. Physical, intellectual, social and emotional development of the child.

Parenting and Pregnancy.

How can I progress from GCSE Child Development?

Start work as, for example, a trainee assistant Playworker.

Enter employment and undertake a related NVQ, for example, NVQ Early Years Care and Education

Take other related qualifications, such as the OCR Level 2 or 3 Nationals in

Health, Social Care and Early Years.

What does it cover? Mandatory units

Unit 1 Family and child Unit 2 Food and Health

Unit 3 Pregnancy Unit 4 Physical Development Unit 5 Intellectual Development

Unit 6 Social and emotional development.

A selected task focusing on a child’s development. Duration : 15 hours, class based, teacher assessed and externally moderated.

A child focussed task including research, planning, making and evaluation

Duration : 15 hours, class based, teacher assessed and externally moderated.

How is GCSE Child Development assessed?

There is a written exam worth 40%.

A Child Study worth 30%.

A child focussed task worth 30%.

Grading for the award is A* - G.

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CoPE - Certificate of Personal Effectiveness Levels

1 & 2

The CoPE course comprises 12 modules, each of which is divided into three sections. Each section should take 10 hours, which is worth one credit. Students will need 12 credits to gain the Certificate of Personal Effectiveness. For CoPE Level

1, challenges can come from Section A, B or C; for CoPE Level 2, at least six of the credits must be chosen from the longer challenges of Sections B and C.

The module titles are:

Communication Citizenship and Community Sport and Leisure Independent Living

The Environment Vocational and Diploma Preparation

Health and Fitness Work Related Learning and Enterprise Science and Technology

International Links Expressive Arts

Beliefs and Values

By building a Portfolio of Evidence as they complete various challenges, students must demonstrate competence at Level 1 or 2 in the following skills: Introduction to

Working with Others, Introduction to Improving own Learning and Performance, Introduction to Problem Solving, Planning and Carrying out a Piece of Research, Communication through Discussion and Planning and Giving an Oral Presentation.

The CoPE qualification is highly valued by colleges and employers as it

demonstrates that a pupil has useful personal and social skills that have been assessed through portfolio work. It is worth UCAS points equivalent to an E at level 1 or a B at level 2.

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Countryside & Environment - BTEC Level 2

Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Certificate (15 credits) Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate (30 credits)

Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Diploma (60 credits) Is it for me?

This course is designed for those students broadly interested in a career involving practical countryside work, of farming or environmental & conservation nature.

How will this course benefit me? You will:

Gain a nationally recognised vocational qualification to enter employment or further education

Develop an understanding, skills and knowledge of the countryside sector Understand the role of the practical worker in the countryside Understand the position of the countryside industry in the land based sector

Obtain a range of practical skills and personal qualities necessary for successful performance in working life

Can I progress from the BTEC First in Countryside & Environment?

Start work in one of the areas shown above Take other related Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications

How are the different levels of this qualification achieved? BTEC Certificate in Countryside and Environment:

This 15 credit qualification is achieved by achieving two optional, internally assessed, portfolio units.

BTEC Extended Certificate in Countryside and Environment: This 30 credit qualification is achieved by achieving three or four optional, internally assessed, portfolio units.

BTEC First Diploma in Countryside and Environment: This 60 credit qualification is achieved by achieving six or more internally assessed

portfolio units, including two mandatory units. Mandatory Units:

Unit 1: Work Related Experience Unit 2: Industry & Organisations

Examples of Optional Units: Unit 3: Animal & Plant Husbandry Unit 4: Environmental Studies

Unit 5: Estate Maintenance Unit 6: Conservation Unit 7: Workshop Practice Unit 9: Land Based Machinery

How is the BTEC First in Countryside & Environment assessed? All units consist of coursework assignments assessed internally. All units are graded

and an overall grade for the qualification is awarded.

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Drama and Theatre Studies - A Level

This course has practical elements but it is also a pretty academic subject. It would not be suitable for someone who has not studied Drama at GCSE, and anyone

wishing to take the course should ideally have B grades in GCSE English and Literature.

We will be using the AQA specification which consists of the following units:

AS Unit 1 – Live Production Seen and Prescribed Play 60% of AS marks This written exam requires that the students write an essay about a live theatre

production they have been to see as part of the course, and to write another essay about a play text they have studied. Pupils who have done the Edexcel GCSE

Drama course will have already done tasks like this as Controlled Assessments. AS Unit 2 – Presentation of an Extract from a Play

40% of AS marks In a small group students will rehearse and then perform an extract from a

published play. They will have to produce a set of notes to accompany the process. They will perform the work to an external examiner, much as they did for GCSE Drama.

A2 Unit 3 – Further Prescribed Plays

60% of A2 marks In this written paper students will write two essays about two more plays they have studied during the course.

A2 Unit 4 – Presentation of Devised Drama

40% of A2 marks In small groups the students will create and devise their own original piece of drama. Again they will have to write some accompanying notes and present the

final piece to a visiting examiner.

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Engineering - BTEC Level 1 and 2 First Award

Broadly equivalent to one GCSE

Unit 1: The Engineered World Assessment type: External

Learning aims In this unit you will:

Know about engineering processes used to produce modern engineered products

Know about developments in engineering materials and technologies

Understand how engineering contributes to a sustainable future.

Unit 2: Investigating an Engineering Product Assessment type: Internal

Learning aims In this unit you will:

Understand the performance requirements of an engineered product Understand the selection of specific materials for use in the components

that make up an engineered product

Understand the selection and use of manufacturing processes in an engineered product

Understand the quality issues related to an engineered product. Unit 7: Machining Techniques

Assessment type: Internal

Learning aims In this unit you will:

Select and use tools and work-holding devices for drilling and for turning

or milling Make work pieces using drilling and turning or milling techniques safely.

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Engineering - BTEC Level 1and 2 First Certificate

Broadly equivalent to two GCSE’s

To achieve a certificate the 3 units for the award are completed plus the following units:

Unit 9: Interpreting and Using Engineering Information Assessment type: External

Learning aims In this unit you will:

Know how to interpret drawings and other documentation Be able to use information from drawings and related documentation.

Unit 10: Mathematics for Engineering Assessment type: Internal

Learning aims

In this unit you will:

Be able to use arithmetic, algebraic and graphical methods in engineering

contexts Be able to use mensuration and trigonometry in engineering contexts.

Unit 4: Engineering Maintenance Assessment type: Internal

Learning aims

In this unit you will:

Know about causes and effects of equipment failure and types of

maintenance procedures Be able to resource and plan a maintenance activity on an engineering

product or system Be able to carry out a maintenance activity safely on an engineering

product or system. Unit 5: Engineering Materials

Assessment type: Internal

Learning aims In this unit you will:

Know about the properties of common engineering materials and selection for engineering applications

Know about the supply and sustainable use of engineering materials and selection for an engineering product or activity.

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Engineering - BTEC Level 3 Certificate The 30-credit BTEC Level 3 Certificate offers a specialist qualification that focuses

on particular aspects of employment within the appropriate vocational sector. All units are internally assessed. .

It is broadly equivalent to one GCE AS Level.

Unit 1: Health and safety in the engineering workplace On completion of this unit a learner should:

Understand the key features of health and safety legislation and regulations

Know how to identify and control hazards in the workplace Be able to carry out a risk assessment, identifying control measures Understand the methods used when reporting and recording accidents

and incidents.

Unit 16: Engineering drawing for technicians On completion of this unit a learner should:

Be able to sketch engineering components

Be able to interpret engineering drawings that comply with drawing standards

Be able to produce engineering drawings

Be able to produce engineering drawings using a computer aided drafting (CAD) system.

Unit 30: Setting and proving secondary processing machines

On completion of this unit a learner should:

Know how traditional and specialist secondary processing machines function

Understand how work holding devices, tools and machine parameters are

set up to produce a range of components Be able to safely set up a secondary processing machine to accurately

make a component Know how to produce trial components relevant to the use of a secondary

processing machine before handing over to an operator.

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Engineering - BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma

The 60-credit BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma extends the specialist work-related

focus of the BTEC Level 3 Certificate and covers the key knowledge and practical

skills required in the appropriate vocational sector. All units are internally

assessed.

It is broadly equivalent to one GCE A Level.

Unit 5: Mechanical principles and applications

On completion of this unit a learner should:

Be able to determine the effects of loading in static engineering systems

Be able to determine work, power and energy transfer in dynamic

engineering systems

Be able to determine the parameters of fluid systems

Be able to determine the effects of energy transfer in thermodynamic

systems.

Unit 12: Applications of mechanical systems in engineering

On completion of this unit a learner should:

Know about the purposes and uses of lubricants and lubrication systems

Know about the uses and applications of a range of engineering components

Know about the uses and operation of mechanical power transmission

systems

Know about the uses and operation of plant equipment and systems.

Unit 21: Engineering secondary and finishing techniques

On completion of this unit a learner should:

Understand how a range of secondary machining techniques are used

Know how a range of non-traditional techniques are used

Know how heat treatment processes and assembly techniques are used

Know how finishing techniques are used.

English Functional Skills

All students in KS4 at Bredon tackle the English Functional Skills course at Entry Level, Level 1 or Level 2.

Students entering the 6th form may take FS again at a higher level than they previously obtained if they like. For instance, a pupil who gained Level 1 in Year 11

(roughly equivalent to GCSE grade E) may attempt it at Level 2 which is closer to GCSE grade C.

The course consists of 3 units:

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Reading

Writing Spoken Language and Communication

The course requires the students to be able to speak, read and write in a range of ‘real-life- contexts, such as understanding a timetable, writing an email or

delivering a presentation. We follow the WJEC specification.

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English Literature - AS and A Level

Students who enjoyed studying the literary texts during their GCSE course would enjoy this course.

It is aimed at those who want to develop their experience of studying literature beyond that required for Key Stage 4, and who have already achieved at least a

GCSE grade C in their English or Literature courses. It is not really suitable for students who do not enjoy reading!

We will be following the new AQA syllabus which is divided into four units; two at AS and two at A Level.

AS Unit 1 involves the students’ reading and exploring a wide range of plays,

poems and novels linked by the common theme of ‘The Struggle for Identity in Modern Literature’. This is likely to include works such as Carol Ann Duffy’s ‘The World’s Wife’, some of Ray Bradbury’s short stories, Iain Banks’ ‘The Wasp Factory’

and ‘Death of a Salesman’ by Arthur Miller. This unit is examined by means of an open book exam at the end of Year 12.

Unit 2 is a Creative Study which allows the students to respond to their reading by means of two pieces of coursework. One of these pieces can be creative, so students who enjoy writing imaginatively can do so.

A2 Unit 3 involves another study of thematically linked texts in a range of genres

and styles. This time the theme is ‘Love Through the Ages’ and is likely to include texts by authors such as Chaucer, Charlotte Bronte and Louis de Bernieres. Learning will be assessed through a written exam.

Unit 4 will focus on Shakespeare and will require the students to complete an

extended coursework essay on a play of their choice, comparing it to other texts. As a course it is an improvement on the outgoing syllabus as it allows the teachers

and pupils more input into the content. It will certainly permit well-motivated students to explore the sorts of wide reading that interests them rather than being

tied to a list of set texts. The qualification offers many opportunities for higher education courses in the Arts,

Humanities, Media and Communications, and is welcomed by many employers. For students choosing sixth form, this course works very well alongside others such as

History and Drama, and is a valuable contrast to scientific, technological and economics-based subjects.

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ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

FCE (Cambridge First Certificate in English) IELTS (International English Language Testing System)

Are they for me?

If English is not your first language, you will benefit from studying ESOL. It helps you to develop your vocabulary and your understanding of English grammar. It will

also increase your knowledge of English expressions and conventions in written English.

How will these qualifications benefit me?

A qualification in ESOL is of great value in the workplace, and is an essential requirement for many further education courses. For instance, a specified IELTS level is usually demanded in addition to ‘A’ level grades for overseas candidates

wishing to study at UK universities.

The FCE and IELTS examinations are internationally recognised qualifications. What will these courses cover?

You will develop your ability to:

Listen and read for general understanding Listen and read for specific information Communicate both through the spoken and written language:

o Giving instructions o Giving descriptions

o Giving reports o Presenting arguments o Persuading others

How do I choose the right course for me and how are they assessed?

Your current level will be assessed and a course at the appropriate level for you will be selected. If you are working towards vocational courses you will be advised to

select the IELTS vocational qualification. These are assessed at an external examination centre.

If academic study is your goal, you will be advised to take the FCE followed by

IELTS academic qualification. These examinations are also assessed at an external examination centre.

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Geography - AS and A2

Two units comprising an AS qualification and four units required for an A level.

For both AS and A level specifications the units are assessed by external examination (100%).

Suitable for students who have completed the GCSE in Geography and

attained at least a grade C.

Rationale The specification provides a contemporary and engaging content in combination

with key geographical skills. There are many opportunities for fieldwork to support study. Thus, the specification will provide an opportunity for candidates to progress

into employment, training or higher education. Overview of the Specification

The content of the specification is divided into 4 units:

Single AS award. This award consists of two units. Unit 1 is compulsory

and candidates may choose an optional title for Unit 2.

Single A level award. This award consists of four units. Two AS units (Unit 1 and Unit 2) plus an optional title for Unit 3. Unit 4A is either a fieldwork

or 4B issue based study.

AS - 2 Units

Unit 1 – GEOG1 Physical and Human Geography - 2 hour Written Examination 70% of AS,

35% of A Level

Core physical section: Rivers, floods and management Proposed optional physical topic: Cold environments

Core human section: Population change Proposed optional human topic: Food supply issues

Written paper of short and extended questions

Unit 2 – GEOG2 Geographical Skills - 1 hour Written Examination 30% of AS, 15% of A

Level

A geographical skills paper based on the content of Unit 1.

Skills include: investigative, cartographic, graphical, ICT and statistical skills.

Structured skills and generic fieldwork questions

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A2 – 2 Units

Unit 3 – GEOG3

Contemporary Geographical Issues - 2 ½ hour Written Examination 30% of A Level

An issues-based approach to contemporary geographical themes.

Candidates must select three topics: at least one from the physical options and at least one from the human options.

Optional physical topics: Plate tectonics and associated hazards

Weather and climate and associated hazards Ecosystems: change and challenge

Optional Human topics: World cities

Development and globalisation Contemporary conflicts and challenges

Structured short and extended questions, plus an essay

Unit 4 – either GEO4A Geography Fieldwork Investigation or GEO4B Geographical Issue Evaluation 1 ½ hour Written Examination

20% of A Level

GEO4A – structured short and extended questions based on candidates’ fieldwork investigation and fieldwork skills. This unit gives candidates the opportunity to extend an area of the subject content into a more detailed

fieldwork study. Candidates analyse and evaluate their fieldwork in response to the questions set. In addition, candidates will be assessed on

fieldwork skills.

GEO4B – structured short and extended questions based on an Advance Information Booklet. This unit gives candidates the opportunity to use their skills of

analysis, synthesis and evaluation. An advance information booklet is pre-released 2 months prior to the exam to facilitate candidates’ research into

an area which extends from the specification content.

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Health & Social Care - Level 3 National Certificate

This course is designed to develop student’s understanding of care values and an

awareness of behaviour. Students will learn how to handle sometimes stressful relationships in the care environment. The qualification will cover the practical

issues of providing food and monitoring health. Optional units will develop student’s appreciation of the great diversity and tremendous scope offered for progression to employment and higher education.

Course Structure and Content This is a modular course in which students must complete 6 units out of a possible

27. There are four compulsory units to study: Working to quality practice in care settings, Working with service users in care settings, Behavioural awareness in care, Applied practical care in settings. The additional units we will be offering will

be negotiated with the students that select the course. With this mixture of modules we hope to reach a good balance between practical and classroom based

learning, whilst utilising the expertise and experience of our staff in these fields. Assessment

The course is assessed through coursework, which is marked and graded internally

and then sent for external moderation. Students will develop a portfolio of work to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the course requirements.

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History - A2 and AS Level

Examining Board: OCR A2 Specification H506

AS Specification H106 The overriding theme of the A2 and AS course at Bredon is the impact that conflict

has upon societies and the cause and consequence effect of such impact. The full A Level involves the study of 4 distinct units whilst the AS only involves two units.

There is room for manoeuvre with the topics we can study but alternative options only apply to the A2 units.

The AS is an examination based award and can be studied in one year or over two years. Unit 1 is a knowledge based assessment whereby the candidates answer two

out of three essay questions. Unit 2 is based around the interpretations of contemporaries and historians and involves an assessment of a range of sources and their importance to a specific event.

AS Modules:

Unit 1: F961 British History Period Studies; Option A: Medieval and early Modern 1035 – 1642

The War of the Roses – Lancastrians, Yorkists and Tudors 1450 – 1509

Unit 2: F964 European and World History Enquiries Option B: Modern 1774-1975 The Origins of the American Civil War 1820-1861

A2 Modules:

Unit 3: F965: Historical Interpretations and Investigations Cromwell 1599-1658

Unit 4: F966 Historical Themes

Option B: Theme 2: The Changing Nature of Warfare 1792–1945

Unit 3 is the coursework unit and candidates are required to write two 2 000 word assignments; one looking at the interpretations of an issue through sources, the other being a personal investigation around a given statement.

Unit 4 is a study of one historical theme and is assessed by an examination paper that requires the candidates to answer two questions from a choice of three.

This course has been created to expand upon the studies taken at GCSE Level and to broaden the historical awareness of students. The broad theme of conflict has

been chosen because it has been one of the prime movers in the creation of the world we live in.

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Horse Care - NVQ

NVQ’s in Horse Care are qualifications that provide people working in the equine industry with a practical workplace-based way of achieving recognition of their skills

and competence. Assessment takes place in the workplace rather than by exam. A portfolio is built up that demonstrates knowledge and skills through written (or oral) work and photos, and practical assessment takes place in the course of

training.

Level 1

This is suitable for those who are new to horse care and do not have much previous experience. You will learn the basics of horse care: assisting with the care of horses and their stables, handling horses, putting on and taking off equipment, and

maintaining safe working practices.

Level 2

This is suitable for those with prior experience of horses, who can take individual responsibility and undertake non-routine tasks. The core units cover: the health

and well being of horses, preparing horses for use, providing non ridden exercise and aftercare, loading and unloading horses, and health and safety. One optional unit is taken with choices available.

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Hospitality - BTEC First Level 2

Is it for me? This course is designed for students in year 12. It is designed to introduce students

to the Hospitality Industry and to investigate a range of areas of study. How can I progress from the BTEC First Level 2 in Hospitality?

The BTEC Firsts in Hospitality have been developed in the hospitality industry to:-

Provide education and training for hospitality employees. Give opportunities for hospitality employees to achieve nationally recognised

level 2 vocationally specific qualifications.

Give full time learners the opportunity to enter employment in the hospitality industry or to progress to vocational qualifications such as Edexcel BTEC

level 3 Nationals in Hospitality. Give learners the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques,

personal skills and attributes essential for a successful performance in

working life.

What are the entry requirements? You will need to have at least one of the following:

A BTEC Foundation Certificate in a related subject

A standard of literacy and numeracy supported by a general education equivalent to 4 GCSEs at grades D-G

Related work experience Other related level 1 or 2 qualifications

What does it cover? The awarding body for this qualification is Edexcel. The course is run over two years.

The BTEC level 2 Extended Certificate offers flexibility and a choice of emphasis through the optional units. It is broadly equivalent to two GCSE’s. The Edexcel

level 2 Extended Certificate in Hospitality is based on 30 credits. This consists of:-

Four Core units: Investigate the Catering and Hospitality Industry – 4 credits Products, Services and Support in the Hospitality Industry – 1 credit

Principles of Customer Service in Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism -1 credit

Providing Customer Service in Hospitality – 4 credits

Five Specialist Units chosen: Planning and running a Hospitality Event – 10 credits Healthier Food and Special Diets – 1 credit

Prepare, cook and finish food – 4 credits Service of Food at Table – 1 credit

Consumer Rights -5 credits TOTAL CREDITS = 31

How is the BTEC First Diploma in Hospitality assessed?

The course is assessed through set assignments for each unit of study. A three point grading scale of pass, merit and distinction is applied to all units on successful completion of the course.

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Hospitality - BTEC Level 3

This course is offered to students in year 12 and is a two year course.

BTEC National qualifications have been developed to:

Provide highly specialist work-related qualification in hospitality.

Give learners the opportunity to progress within employment or continue their study in the same or related vocational area.

Qualification Structure

The awarding body for this qualification is Edexcel. The course is run over two years.

The BTEC level 3 certificate is a 30 credit qualification which is equivalent to GCSE and AS level.

The course content consists of:

One mandatory unit

1. The Hospitality Industry – 10 credits

Plus specialist units worth 20 credits.

6. Food and Drink Service – 10 credits

22. Planning and Managing a Hospitality Event – 10 credits

Total 30 Credits. The BTEC level 3 Subsidiary Diploma is a 60 credit qualification which is

equivalent to GCSE A level.

The course content consists of: Three mandatory units

1. The Hospitality Industry – 10 credits 2. Principles of supervising Customer Service performance in

Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism – 2 credits. 3. Providing Customer Service in Hospitality – 8 credits

Plus the following specialist unit worth 40 credits.

6. Food and Drink service – 10 credits

8. European Food – 10 credits

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IT -Cambridge Level 3 Technical

Welcome to Bredon School ICT Department. We offer a range of qualifications to

suit students at different levels of study. Our Sixth Form provision is excellent and we offer a course that builds higher level IT skills that will help you secure and

remain in employment or support further study in a range of subject areas. Our course is particularly useful for those who are considering taking business and IT related courses at University or those who are looking to work in the IT industry.

What course will I be taking?

The course is called the Cambridge Level 3 Technical in IT. It is available in a Certificate form (equivalent to an AS-Level) and an Introductory Diploma form (equivalent to a full A-Level). This is a new course, recently introduced by OCR for

students across the UK.

What modules are there on the course? There are three modules required to complete the Certificate and there are six modules required for the Introductory Diploma. This year we will be working

towards the first three modules, aiming to complete the Certificate qualification in one year. The first three modules that you will be taking are shown below:

Unit 1 Communication and Employability Skills for IT

Unit 2 Information Systems

Unit 9 Project Planning with IT

How do I complete the modules? There are no exams on this course. For each module, you will complete a portfolio

of work. There are about 6 to 8 items of detailed evidence required for each module. Most of this evidence is in the form of written reports, presentations,

tables, charts, booklets and other documents. For each item of evidence that you produce, you will need to carefully check that you have completed all the requirements. To do this, you will use the marking scheme (known as the

assessment and grading criteria). What will I be studying in each module?

Each module has a slightly different focus. You can find more information about what each module will involve below.

Unit 1

Communication is a vital skill for any individual. The effective use of communication is a highly desirable attribute to employers to maintain good working practice. This unit identifies the principles for effective communication and introduces you to the

interpersonal skills and attributes required within a work place. You will also learn about how different combinations and approaches are required for a range of job

roles. This module also identifies the different IT tools available for safe and secure communication and exchange of information within an organisation. You will consider approaches and adapt the way you communicate, depending on your

audience.

This unit will prepare you to effectively use various communication channels, within a working environment and to understand what an employer expects of an individual and how to communicate effectively whilst exploring your own personal

development needs.

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Unit 2

The purpose of this unit is to demonstrate the information organisations hold and how this is valuable to an organisation. This unit will help you to understand the legislation governing information which flows into and out of an organisation and

the constraints and limitations that apply to it. You will discover that if systems are in place, and information held is correct then the communication within the

organisation is a powerful tool and can give any organisation a competitive edge. This will provide you with a greater understanding of how organisations use

information internally and externally and the types of information you will encounter. The skills gained by completing this unit will give you knowledge of the

functionality of information and help you to produce management information systems.

Unit 9

Businesses require employees to have some knowledge of project planning. This unit will provide you with the skills required to plan and run a project of your own. You will develop a plan for a practical project, along with a project specification and

carry out the project in theory.

The aim of this unit is to help you to understand how projects are managed and to be able to plan a project using IT. You will learn how to follow the project plan and

review the process that you have followed.

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Law - BTEC Applied Level 3

BTEC qualifications are alternatives to traditional A levels and GCSE. They are currently assessed through assignment work and do not have a terminal exam.

Therefore these qualifications may suit those students who do not perform well under the pressure of examinations. BTECs may be awarded at three levels; Certificate, Subsidiary Diploma or Diploma. These depend on the number of units

studied and not on your attainment.

Who is the BTEC Applied Law for? The specification is designed to appeal to students interested in a career in law.

What do we study?

The mandatory units, which are common to both the three-unit Certificate and the six-unit Subsidiary Diploma, give learners an introduction to the court structure –

both civil and criminal, the ways in which Law is made through statute and legal precedent. It also looks at both civil and criminal law in the form of negligence and

non-fatal offences to the person. The core will provide a foundation for study of the three selected optional units in the Subsidiary Diploma.

This is a new subject being offered for the first time at 6th Form. The core elements of the course are a good introduction to some of the mandatory parts of a law

degree. It gives the students a good grounding in the basics of law and prepares students for either entering higher education or finding employment in the legal sector as a paralegal.

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Mathematics - AS and A Level It is widely accepted that the step from GCSE Mathematics to AS and A2 level Mathematics is extremely demanding and challenges even the most able. Students

should not consider AS level Mathematics as a realistic option unless they achieve at least a strong grade B at GCSE.

The aims of the Advanced Subsidiary GCE and Advanced GCE specifications are to encourage candidates to:

Develop their understanding of mathematics and mathematical processes in a way that promotes confidence and fosters enjoyment;

Develop abilities to reason logically and recognise incorrect reasoning, to

generalise and to construct mathematical proofs; Extend their range of mathematical skills and techniques and use them in

more difficult, unstructured problems; Develop an understanding of coherence and progression in mathematics

and of how different areas of mathematics can be connected; Recognise how a situation may be represented mathematically and

understand the relationship between ‘real world’ problems and standard

and other mathematical models and how these can be refined and improved;

Use mathematics as an effective means of communication; Read and comprehend mathematical arguments and articles concerning

applications of mathematics;

Acquire the skills needed to use technology such as calculators and computers effectively, recognise when such use may be inappropriate and

be aware of limitations; Develop an awareness mathematics to other fields of study, to the world

of work and to society in general;

Take increasing responsibility for their own learning and the evaluation of their own mathematical development.

AS Mathematics

In the first year students are required to complete two compulsory modules in Pure Mathematics with a third option chosen from Mechanics, Decision Mathematics or

Statistics. Examinations will take place in January and June. A2 Mathematics

In the second year students are required to complete another two compulsory

modules in Pure Mathematics and either the second module for the option chosen at AS level, or one of the other remaining two options not originally chosen. Examinations will again take place in January and June.

Assessment

For the purpose of both AS and Advanced level, all modules are equally weighted. The weighting of each module is 33⅓% if contributing to AS level and 16⅔% if

contributing to Advanced level.

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Media Studies – AS and A2 Level

Aims

An AS in Media Studies is designed to encourage the student to:

enhance their enjoyment and appreciation of the media and its role in their

daily lives

develop their critical understanding of the media through engagement with media products and concepts and through the creative application of production skills

explore production processes, technologies and other relevant contexts

become independent in their research skills and their application in their

production work and in developing their own views and interpretations.

Content

The course at AS comprises 2 units, one examined unit and one practical coursework unit.

MS1: MEDIA REPRESENTATIONS AND RESPONSES (EXAM)

This unit aims to analyse the media by exploring representations and audience/user

responses through a study of genre, narrative and representation and make connections between the texts and audience/user responses to them.

In the developing area of interactive media, this involves considering users and their interaction with texts. A range of examples will be studied to help understand

and interpret the media independently.

The final area of study is the representations of social/cultural groups, events, issues and their underlying messages and values using a range of approaches.

Assessment

A written examination paper of two and a half hours, assessing AO1 and AO2. This will consist of three compulsory questions:

Question 1 asks for analysis of an audio/visual or print-based extract (40).

Questions 2 and 3 will be based on representation and audience issues and may be subdivided where appropriate (30 and 30).

Note: for questions 2 & 3, students will be expected to draw on their own studies of representation and audience response issues.

MS2: MEDIA PRODUCTION PROCESSES (COURSEWORK)

Introduction:

This unit is designed to enable you to demonstrate your knowledge, understanding and skills in media production processes through research, planning, production and evaluation.

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Content You will be required to produce three pieces of linked work. These will comprise:

a pre-production reflecting research and demonstrating planning techniques a production which has developed out of the pre-production

a report of 1200 - 1600 words. Usually, one brief will be set by us, your teachers, outlining pre-production and

production tasks. Although there must be a link between pre-production and production, there is some flexibility in the nature of the tasks which can be set for

pre-production and production.

Examples of linked pre-production and production tasks include:

A storyboard of the trailer for a new BBC1 television crime drama

(preproduction) and the trailer for that drama (production)

A script or shooting script for the opening sequence of a teen horror film (preproduction) and a marketing campaign for a new teen horror film, to include at least the dvd cover and one poster (production)

Draft designs for two magazine front covers (pre-production) and a double

page spread for one of those magazines (production)

Prototype design for a new website (pre-production) and the completed

website consisting of a home page and at least two associated web pages (production).

The production tasks must allow you to demonstrate competent technical skills. You will need access to appropriate technical equipment and should know how to use it

thoroughly prior to undertaking your productions.

Assessment: This unit will be internally assessed and externally moderated, assessing A02, A03

and A04, with the following mark allocations:

Pre-production (20) Production (40) Report of 1200-1600 words (40)

Each of the three pieces of work will be assessed separately and then combined to

achieve a total mark.

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Media - Level 3 National Certificate

This course is designed to provide candidates with high quality, industry-recognised qualifications geared to the specific requirements of key sectors.

The course has been developed to recognise candidate’s skills, knowledge and understanding of media operations, technologies and environments. They accredit candidate’s abilities to carry out a range of tasks and have been designed to

recognise candidate’s achievements in a modern, practical way that is relevant to the workplace.

Course Structure and Content

This is a modular course in which students must complete 6 units out of a possible 33. There are four compulsory units which study: Introduction to media and

textual analysis, Pre-production and planning, Production & Marketing media and audience feedback. The additional units we will be offering will be negotiated with the students that select the course. With this mixture of modules we hope to reach

a good balance between practical and classroom based learning, whilst utilising the expertise and experience of our staff in these fields.

Assessment

The course is assessed through coursework, which is marked and graded internally and then sent for external moderation. Students will develop a portfolio of work to

demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the course requirements.

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Music

Life is one grand, sweet song, so start the music.-Ronald Reagan A passion for music can take you far – into the worlds of performance, composition,

education and media. In addition, the study of music is highly regarded by universities and further education establishments because it relies on the mastery of many different disciplines and skills.

GCSE Music The Music GCSE course is an exciting opportunity for students wishing to further

their composition, listening and performance skills. Over 2 years, students learn about music from many different styles and genres such as ‘Popular Music in Context’ and ‘World Music’, and are given the chance to perform and compose in

these styles as well.

B-TEC Music and Music Technology The new B-TEC course is designed to provide students with important vocational

experience, while at the same time allowing them to continue their musical skills, as well as their enjoyment of the subject in a very practical-based course.

Why Choose B-TEC Music?

You will enjoy an exciting course which allows you to further your musical interests and skills, but in a less formal, more practical based way.

You get to plan and produce your own musical performance You will not have to sit any exams as the course is completely course work

based

You will have the chance to meet and work with professional musicians You will have an excellent qualification recognised by employers and

universities. A Level Music

The new Edexcel Advanced GCE Music course — simple in design but

comprehensive — is intended to be stimulating and enriching for students. At both Advanced Subsidiary Levels (AS) and A2, students experience all three main musical disciplines of performing, composing and listening and understanding.

Students will develop performance skills (solo and/or ensemble), compose Music and learn about harmony (the basics at AS and stylistic studies at A2).They will

build up their aural and analytical skills by studying selections from The New Anthology of Music and wider listening. The full GCE course (AS plus A2) is

excellent preparation for higher education courses in music, but is equally valuable for non- specialists as a second or third area of study.

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Physics - AS and A Level

AS and A Level Physics is a very demanding course of study but at the same time brings great rewards and opens up many doors. Students interested in this course

should be confident at achieving two A’s at GCSE and a minimum B in Mathematics.

The course provides a distinctive structure within which candidates learn both about fundamental physical concepts and about physics in everyday and technological settings. A primary aim of the course is to show how physics is practiced and used

today. Equally important, however, is to show the usefulness of the subject, and to illustrate the kind of impact which discoveries in physics have had on the way

people live.

The first year covers the following topics at AS Level:

Unit 1: Physics in Action

Communication Designer materials

Unit 2: Understanding Processes and Experimentation and Data Handling

Waves and quantum behaviour Space, time and motion

Unit 3: Physics in Practice

Quality of measurement Physics in use

The second covers the following topics at A level:

Unit 4: Rise and Fall of the Clockwork Universe

Models and rules

Matter in extremes

Unit 5: Field and Particle Pictures

Fields Fundamental particles

Unit 6: Researching Physics

Practical investigation

Research briefing

Assessment is by examination in January and June as well as coursework worth 20%.

Physics is a very well-regarded A level. Even if you want to study something

unrelated at University (such as History) then an A level in Physics will look good on your application. It may also help to impress a prospective employer. The analytical skills gained from ‘A’ level Physics are seen as valuable.

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Science - Principles of Science BTEC Level 2

This course is offered to students in Year 12 and is a one year course.

What is the course all about? This course is a BTEC Level 2 qualification and is equivalent to one GCSE. This is a

one year course that contains elements of Biology, Chemistry and Physics. It is suitable for students who have completed the Entry level Science Plus course or

those who wish to improve their GCSE grade. It is designed to offer students a more applied ‘hands on’ approach.

What will I study?

4 core units Principles of Science Chemistry and our Earth

Energy and our Universe Biology and our Environment

How will I be assessed and what will I achieve?

You will be predominantly assessed through assignments that build to create a

portfolio of evidence. (80%) Assignments are a mixture of practical and research based tasks, these will be marked in school and then moderated externally. Each assignment is graded as a pass, merit or distinction. There is also a 1 hour exam

on the Principles of Science (20%) This is externally marked.

You will gain a pass merit or distinction overall.

BTEC Principles of Science grade Equivalent GCSE grade

Pass C

Merit B

Distinction A

What do I need to take the course?

A broad interest in Science. There is a textbook to accompany the course and although it is useful it is not a requirement. Access to the internet and a laptop will be extremely useful.

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Science - Applied Science BTEC Level 3 Award

This course is offered to students in Year 12 and is a two year course.

What is the course all about? This course is a BTEC Level 3 Award in Applied Science. This is a two year course that contains Biology, Chemistry and Physics elements and is equivalent to one A

Level. It is suitable for students who wish to continue studying science in the Sixth Form, but feel a more applied ‘hands on’ approach would better suit their learning

needs. How is the course structured?

The awarding body for this qualification is Edexcel. The course is run over two years. The BTEC level 3 Award is equivalent to one A level and carries the same

UCAS points. What will I study?

Core Units (3) - studied in Year 12

Fundamentals of Science Working in the Science Industry Scientific Practical Techniques

Further Units (3) - studied in Year 13

(These will be confirmed in Year 13 and will be negotiated with the students that select the course)

Physiology of Human Body Systems

Principles of Plant and Soil Science Practical Chemistry Techniques

How will I be assessed and what will I achieve? You will be assessed through assignments that build to create a portfolio of

evidence over two years. Assignments are a mixture of practical and research based tasks. You will gain a pass merit or distinction in each assignment and

these will lead to a pass merit or distinction overall.

BTEC grade A level equivalent grade UCAS points

Pass E 40

Merit C 80

Distinction A 120

What do I need to take the course? A broad interest in science and good grade in GCSE Science. There is a textbook

to accompany the course and although it is useful it is not a requirement. Access to the internet and a laptop will be extremely useful.

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Spanish – AS and A2 Level

AS/A2 Spanish

At AS and A2 level students pursue their Spanish studies at a higher level in terms of both course content and grammatical knowledge. The emphasis of the course is consistent with GCSE in developing skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing

but the level of study is of a more mature and academic nature.

At AS level we study the following topics: Youth Culture: fashion/trends.

Healthy Living/Lifestyle: sport/exercise, health and well being. Travel and tourism: holidays and leisure.

Family/Relationships: the family, friendships, marriage/partnerships. Vocational training and future careers.

At A2 level we study these topics:

The Environment: pollution, energy, protecting the planet. The Multicultural Society: immigration, integration, racism. Contemporary Social Issues: wealth and poverty, law and order, the impact of

scientific and technological progress.

The course can be followed as a full A’ Level over the two years or the AS alone can be studied over one or two years, depending on the abilities and commitments of the students.

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Sport - Post 16

Timetabled sport is still encouraged on at least two afternoons and a compulsory timetabled Physical Education lesson for students studying Post 16 courses, and

many take advantage of the wide variety of activities that are on offer as well as participating in inter-school and house competitions.

It is important that students should experience the competitive nature of sporting activities at an appropriate level and, although competitions and challenging

situations can be organised within the physical education programme, some pupils need to compete at a higher level than that which can be provided within the environment of sports lessons. Other pupils need extra time to develop their

interests. Because of this, much of the work carried out by the sports department takes place during extra-curricular activities.

School teams represent the school in the following sports: Rugby Rounders Soccer Basketball Tennis

Cricket Swimming Athletics Golf Hockey Badminton Netball

Cross Country Other activities offered during extra-curricular activities include weight training,

badminton, volleyball, clay pigeon shooting, riding, canoeing, sailing, windsurfing and the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.

Inter House Sport

The school has a thriving house system with the three houses competing in many activities with sport playing a major role.

House competitions take place in the following sports:

5-a-side soccer Basketball Cross Country Athletics Swimming Cricket

Chess Rugby Badminton Hockey Rounders Netball

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Sport - Leadership Qualifications & Awards The Sports Leader Award Schemes are this country’s only nationally recognised

sports leadership training programme. Students do not have to be good at sport or academic to take part. The most important quality is the enthusiasm to have a go.

It provides an excellent means of preparing students who want to take national governing body coaching and officiating qualifications, and is a stepping-stone to

both the Higher Sports Leader Award and the Basic Expedition Training Award.

Level 1 Award in Sports Leadership This qualification teaches generic leadership skills through the medium of sport. It

enables successful candidates to lead small groups in simple sport and recreational activities whilst under the direct supervision of their tutors.

Level 1 Award in Dance Leadership

This award enables successful candidates to lead small groups in simple dance activities whilst under the direct supervision of their Tutor. It increases the

awareness of dance opportunities within the community.

The Dance Award covers the following units:

Planning, preparation and assisting a simple dance activity.

Basic communication skills. Principles of health, fitness and safe dance practice.

Understanding the scope of opportunities in dance. Creating, developing and assisting with the performance of a simple

dance place.

Demonstration of leadership skills in dance (1 hour).

Level 2 Award in Sports Leadership

This is the next progressive award from the Level 1 award. It enables successful candidates to independently lead small groups of people in sport and recreational

activities within community settings. The Sports Leadership is also compatible with the aims and objective of the Duke of

Edinburgh’s Award. They cover the following units of work:

Organisational Skills Safety in Sport Know your friends

Fitness Sessions for Sport Organisation of Events and Competitions

Improvisation and Adapted Games Games and Activity Experience

All leaders keep a record of their personal and course details, their voluntary leadership hours and the certificates they receive for each unit completed

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Sport - Level 3 Cambridge Technical

Certificate in Sport (30 credits)

Introductory Diploma in Sport (60 credits) Subsidiary Diploma in Sport (90 credits) Diploma in Sport (120 credits)

Are they for me?

If you love sport and would like to make a career of it – maybe as a sporting professional, teaching, coaching or working in the sports industry – then the OCR Level 3 Technical in Sport will set you on the right track.

How will these qualifications benefit me? You will:

Develop the ability to work autonomously and effectively. Build your skills, knowledge and understanding of sport needed to both

continue studying and to start work.

Be able to specialise in particular areas of sport if you wish. Obtain a qualification that is relevant to the workplace.

How can I progress from these qualifications?

To start work in an operative or supervisory level in, for example: sports

coaching, gym/fitness instruction, sport development, sports administration or youth work.

To college or university for further study. What do they cover?

Mandatory units Unit 1 Principles of Anatomy and Physiology in Sport.

Unit 2 Sports Coaching Unit 3 Current Issues in Sport Unit 4 The Physiology of fitness

Optional Units

Unit 5 Sports Nutrition Unit 6 Psychology of Sports Performance Unit 7 Practical Team Sports

Unit 8 Sport as a Business Unit 9 Exercise for Specific Groups

Unit 10 Outdoor and Adventurous Activities Unit 11 Practical Individual Sports

Unit 12 Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology Unit 13 Leadership in Sport Unit 14 Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise

Unit 15 Sports Injuries Unit 16 Analysis of Sports Performance

Unit 17 Talent Identification and Development in Sport Unit 18 Sport and Exercise Massage Unit 19 Organising Sports Events

Unit 20 Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport Unit 21 The Athlete’s Lifestyle

Unit 22 Assessing Risk in Sport Unit 23 Fitness Training and Programming Unit 24 Sport Development

Unit 25 Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise Unit 26 Work Experience in Sport

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How are the OCR Level 3 Nationals in Sport assessed?

There are no exams. Your tutor will assess your work for all units and this will be checked by OCR. The 60 credit award is the equivalent of 1 ‘A’ level, 120 credit

award is the equivalent of 2 ‘A’ levels. The mandatory units are covered in all cases. Optional units are chosen as far as possible to suit the interests of the group.

Each unit is graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction level.

Grading and UCAS Points

OCR Grade OCR Points A’ Level Equivalent UCAS POINTS

Distinction*

(D*)

520 and

above

A* 140

Distinction (D) 500 - 519 A 120

Merit (M) 460 - 499 C 80

Pass (P) Up to 459 E 40

Points per unit (10 credit unit): Pass = 70 Merit = 80 Distinction = 90

Points per unit (5 credit unit): Pass = 35 Merit = 40 Distinction = 45

OCR Grade OCR Points A’ Level Equivalent UCAS POINTS

Distinction*

Distinction* (D*D*)

1060 and above A* A* 280

Distinction*

Distinction (D*D)

1030 - 1059 A* A 260

Distinction

Distinction (DD)

1000 - 1029 A A 240

Merit Distinction

(MD)

960 - 999 B B 200

Merit Merit (MM) 920 - 959 C C 160

Pass Merit (PM) 880 - 919 D D 120

Pass Pass (PP) Up to 879 E E 80

Points per unit (10 credit unit): Pass = 70 Merit = 80 Distinction = 90

Points per unit (5 credit unit): Pass = 35 Merit = 40 Distinction = 45

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Travel and Tourism - AS and A2 Two units comprising an AS qualification and four units required for an A level.

For both AS and A level specifications there will be a combination of assessment

by external examination (40%) and one portfolio which is internally assessed (60%).

In both the AS and A level single award specifications candidates have a choice of the portfolio they choose to present for assessment.

Rationale

The specification is suitable for candidates requiring a broad background in the subject of travel and tourism as well as an understanding of the travel and

tourism industry. Thus, the specification will provide an opportunity for candidates to progress into employment, training or higher education. The specification provides candidates with the opportunity to acquire a range of

general and vocationally-related skills, knowledge and understanding.

Overview of the Specification The content of the specification is divided into eight units:

Single AS award. This award consists of two units. Unit 1 is compulsory

and candidates may choose to study either Unit 2 or Unit 4. Single A level award. This award consists of four units. Two AS units

(Unit 1 and either 2 or 4) plus two A2 units: Unit 5, which is compulsory and either Unit 6 or Unit 8.

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AS - 4 Units

T&T1 – Introducing Travel and Tourism - 1 ½ hour Written Paper 10%

Introducing Travel and Tourism

- The nature of Travel and Tourism - The development of Travel and Tourism

- Sectors of the Travel and Tourism industry and interdependence Written paper of short and extended structured questions

T&T2 – Investigating Tourism Destinations - Portfolio Assessment 15%

Investigating tourism destinations - The characteristics of tourist destinations

- Destination appeal - Trends in popularity

- Tourist area life cycle

T&T3 – Marketing in Travel and Tourism - 1 ½ hour Written Paper 10%

Marketing in Travel and Tourism

- The marketing process - Marketing objectives - SWOT and PEST analyses

- Market research techniques - The marketing mix

Written paper of short and extended structured questions

T&T4 – Working with Customers in Travel and Tourism – Portfolio Assessment 15%

Working with customers in Travel and Tourism - Customer service skills - The importance of customer service

- Dealing with customers - Duties, training and personal qualities of staff

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A2 – 4 Units

T&T5 – Tourism Impacts and Tourism Developments - 2 hour Written Paper 10%

Tourism impacts & tourism development - Economic, environmental and socio-cultural impacts

- Agents of tourism development - Responsible tourism - Sustainable tourism

- Tourism development

Written paper of extended structured questions

T&T6 –Trends and Issues in Travel and Tourism - Portfolio Assessment 15%

Trends and Issues in Travel and Tourism - Technological change - Change in consumer expectations

- Political change and security issues - Product development

- Environmental change

T&T7 – Managing Travel and Tourism Organisations - 2 hours Written Paper 10%

Managing Travel and Tourism organisations - Managing customer service - Health, safety and security

- Target setting and selling skills - The roles and responsibilities of managers

Written paper of extended structured questions

T&T8 –Event Management in Travel and Tourism – Portfolio Assessment 15%

Event management in Travel and Tourism - Business planning

- Team building - Decision making

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Uniformed Public Services - BTEC Level 2

Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Uniformed Public Services

The 15 credit BTEC Level 2 Certificate offers a specialist qualification that focuses on particular aspects of employment within the appropriate vocational sector. The BTEC Level 2 Certificate is a qualification which can extend a

learner’s programme of study and give vocational emphasis. It is broadly equivalent to one GCSE.

This course would normally take one year. There is one Mandatory option

Public Service Skills

The optional unit is:

Employment in the Uniformed Public Services

Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Uniformed Public Services

The 30-credit BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Public Services extends the specialist work-related focus of the BTEC Level 2 Certificate and covers the key

knowledge and practical skills required in the appropriate vocational sector. The BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Uniformed Public Services offers greater flexibility and a choice of emphasis through the optional units. It is broadly

equivalent to two GCSE’s.

There is one Mandatory option Public Service Skills

The optional units are:

Employment in the Uniformed Public Services Improving Health and Fitness for Entry to the Uniformed Public Services

Driving and the Public Services

These courses have been designed to be practical.

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Public Services - Level 2 Certificate and Extended

Certificate

We currently offer the Level 2 Certificate in Public Services. In this qualification

we study two modules of work. The compulsory Unit called Public Service Skills

and an optional unit Employment in the Public Services. They are mainly

practically based although there is some project work involved. In the unit on

Public Service Skills we learn about the skills required for working in the public

services and students are required to demonstrate their use through teamwork

tasks. The certificate can be completed in a year, or can be completed over two

years with additional units to make an Extended Certificate.

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Uniformed Public Services - BTEC Level 3

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Public Services

The 30-credit BTEC Level 3 Certificate offers a specialist qualification that focuses on particular aspects of employment within the appropriate vocational sector. The BTEC Level 3 Certificate is a qualification which can extend a

learner’s programme of study and give vocational emphasis. It is broadly equivalent to one GCE AS Level.

This course would normally take one year. There is one Mandatory Option

Unit 1: Government, Policies and the Public Services

The optional units are:

Leadership and Teamwork in the Uniformed Public Services Command and Control in the Uniformed Public Services or Planning and

Management of Major Incidents

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Public Services

The 60-credit BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma extends the specialist work-related focus of the BTEC Level 3 Certificate and covers the key knowledge and practical skills required in the appropriate vocational sector. The BTEC Level 3

Subsidiary Diploma offers greater flexibility and a choice of emphasis through the optional units. It is broadly equivalent to one GCE A Level.

This course would normally take two years. There are 3 Mandatory options

Unit 1: Government, Policies and the Public Services

Unit 2: Leadership and Teamwork in the Uniformed Public Services Unit 3: Citizenship, Contemporary Society and the Public Services

The optional units are:

Understanding Discipline in the Uniformed Public Services, Command and Control in the Uniformed Public Services or Planning and Management of Major Incidents.

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Public Services - Level 3 Certificate and Subsidiary

Diploma

We can offer the Level 3 Certificate over a year in which we study 3 units. A compulsory unit entitled Government Policies and Public Services, plus a further

2 optional units in Physical Preparation, Health and Lifestyle for the Public Services and one other. The Subsidiary Diploma can be run over two years with 2 further compulsory units of Leadership and Teamwork in the Public Services

and Citizenship, Diversity and the Public Services. There would then be a further additional optional unit added to make up the full award.

Both courses have a practical base; however there are greater written demands in the Level 3 qualification as they are equivalent to A levels.