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Course Choice InformationCourse Choice Information

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Course Descriptions by DepartmentCourse Descriptions by Department

Art and Design 5Biology 7Business Education 10Chemistry 14Information & Communication Technology 16Craft, Design & Technology 20English/ Media Studies 23Geography 28History 30Home Economics 32Mathematics 34Modern languages 37Music 39Physical Education 41Physics 43Religious & Moral Education 45West Lothian College courses 46

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All transition points in education are important – going to primary, joining secondary, picking courses at the end of S2 and perhaps the most important is about to appear for you – moving into the senior years for secondary education. For those of you that are already 16, the biggest change is that you are now voluntarily staying at school. In other words, you are making a conscious choice to stay in school and in many ways this changes your relationship with the school. For those not yet 16, this move happens as soon as you have your birthday.

As well as this change in relationship, this move is of great importance as you enter the final stage of your schooling, have the most significant examinations to sit and really start focusing on your career. Because of all of these factors, it is crucial that we agree appropriate courses and levels for you as you plan for either S5 or S5 and S6. Different decisions will/could be taken on the basis of whether you are staying for 1 year or 2 years. The key question for pupils with the help of their parents/carers is “What do I want to achieve by my leaving date?”

In order to help with this, we have produced this booklet. It starts with some general information and then gives you course outlines for the subjects and levels offered in the senior school. Please take time to read through the pages thoroughly and seek advice if you find anything unclear. Speak to your teachers, your Pupil Support teacher, research entrance qualifications for courses in universities, colleges and/or requirements for certain training opportunities and employment. Do not rely on hearsay. Entrance requirements change regularly. Time taken to do these things will be a valuable asset in the long term.

As part of the process of choosing subjects, the school will organise an Information Evening for pupils and parents, devote some PSE time for discussions and then hold a Course Choice Day when your initial choices will be recorded. We regard these as initial choices as there may well be some changes to be made after you receive your Standard Grade results.

Helpful InformationHelpful Information


Courses in senior school are short and very crammed, demanding hard work from day one. If all certificate courses in schools were athletic races, the Standard Grades would be the 800 metres, while senior school course are the 110 metre hurdles. The difference is huge. In the 800 metres, a slow start can be overcome by a readjustment and a sprint finish, the 110 metre hurdles require concentration from the start and a focus and plan that does not change as you sprint between the hurdles, jump the hurdles and push hard right the way to the finish. Tripping up on a hurdle can lead to your race being over!


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Courses in the senior school are called National Qualifications and are offered at the following levels:

Advanced Higher (S6 only)HigherIntermediate 2 (similar to a Standard Grade Credit award)Intermediate 1(similar to a Standard Grade General award)Access (similar to a Standard Grade Foundation award) In S5 you should be looking to study a course at a level above (more difficult) you were certificated in at the end of S4. The diagram below may help explain:

By the end of S4 Studying in S5

Foundation pass in Mathematics Intermediate 1 in MathematicsGeneral (Grade 3) pass in History Intermediate 2 in HistoryGeneral (grade 3) pass in PE Intermediate 2 PECredit (Grade 1) pass in Computing Higher ComputingCredit (Grade 2) pass in French Intermediate 2 or Higher French

Teachers will consider your enthusiasm, maturity, potential and the work demands from your other choices before recommending which level you should take in S5, as well as possible levels in S6, if you choose to stay on and continue with that subject. Pupil Support teachers will meet with you on the Course Choice Day to discuss these recommendations and input your new course choices.

All courses, no matter their level, are structured in the same way. They are made up of 3 units of 40 hours each and at the end of each unit there is an assessment (the “hurdles” mentioned earlier) which you sit in class. There is also a national exam at the end of the whole course. To get the complete Higher or Intermediate award, you have to pass all 3 internal assessments and the final exam.

Success in Unit Assessments is fundamental to course success. Students who fail the Unit Assessment will be given one re-sit opportunity. This re-sit should happen, where practical, within one month of the original assessment and on a date agreed between the student and teacher. Students who fail the re-sit can remain on the course and sit the final exam; however they will not gain an


overall award in the academic year. Only under exceptional circumstances will a further re-sit be permitted.

The new timetable starts in mid-June and attendance in the 2 weeks before the summer holidays is particularly important as the course work begins from the first lesson and work to be completed over the summer may well feature in the first fortnight.

This intensity of work will continue and subject teachers and Pupil Support teachers will be closely monitoring progress so that we can quickly take decisions about appropriateness of courses and possible alternatives.

Good luck in 5th year, by its nature it is a very hard working year for pupils and but it can also be a very rewarding one.


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The following section includes course descriptionsThe following section includes course descriptions for all courses on offer in Linlithgow Academy.for all courses on offer in Linlithgow Academy.

They are organised by department. They are organised by department.

Please read them carefully before making yourPlease read them carefully before making your choice. choice.

If you have any questions about these coursesIf you have any questions about these courses please contact the teacher identified on the courseplease contact the teacher identified on the course

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art & designart & design

Art and Design DepartmentArt and Design Department higherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level? A or B pass at SQA Intermediate 2 level A or B pass at SQA Intermediate 2 Graphic Communication SEB Short Courses in Creative & Aesthetic Studies

Course details?Course details?Three areas will be covered.

Expressive Activity (40 Hours) - completion of artwork which a) clearly conveys pupil’s ideas, feelings and responses with imagination and b) demonstrates considered and assured use of media.

Design Activity (40 hours) - negotiation and finalisation of a design brief, investigation of the brief, consideration of possible solutions showing invention & flexibility of thought, selection and finalisation of a solution. Informed evaluation of the process and the solution is included.

Art & Design Studies (40 hours) - deals with critical evaluation and historical studies. These studies relate to the context(s) of the Expressive & Design Activities. Pupils will be required to demonstrate breadth and balance of experience across the whole course by:

- undertaking work using technology (including IT processes where appropriate)

- the study of a contemporary context in Art & Design Studies. Assessment?Assessment?

Course Review - folio of coursework/ Course Review Statement submitted to SQA (72%)

Exam Art & Design Studies – 1.5 hours (28%)

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Advanced Higher Art & Design Completion of a group award Media Studies and/or Graphic Communication - units or course at

Higher NC in Art & Design or related field. Employment following SVQ training


Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Careers supported by Art & Design qualifications include: Advertising,

Animation, Architecture, Computer Aided Design, Corporate Identity, Electric Imaging, Fashion Design, Illustration, Interior Design, Industrial Design, Ceramics, Jewellery Design, Packaging Design, Photography, Product Design, Publishing, Textile Design, Theatrical Design, Television & Media, 3D Display Design, Town Planning

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Acting Principal Teacher Mrs P. Gander


art & designart & design

Art and Design DepartmentArt and Design Departmentintermediate 2intermediate 2

Required entry level?Required entry level? Intermediate 1 Art & Design or its component units Intermediate 2 Media Studies or its units Intermediate 2 Graphic Communication or its units SEB Short Courses in Creative & Aesthetic Studies

Course details?Course details?Three areas will be covered:

Expressive Activity (40 hours) – completion of artwork which a) clearly conveys pupil’s ideas, feelings and responses with imagination and b) demonstrates considered and assured use of media.

Design Activity (40 hours) – negotiation and finalisation of a design brief, investigation of the brief, consideration of possible solutions showing invention & flexibility of thought, selection and finalisation of a solution. Informed evaluation of the process and the solution is included.

Art & Design Studies (40 hours) deals with critical evaluation and historical studies. These studies relate to the context(s) of the Expressive & Design Activities. Pupils will be required to demonstrate breadth and balance of experience across the whole course by

undertaking work using technology (including IT processes where appropriate)

the study of a contemporary context in Art & Design Studies

Assessment?Assessment? Course Review -folio of coursework/ Course Review Statement

submitted to SQA (80%) Exam Art & Design Studies - I hour (20%)

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Higher Art & Design Completion of a group award Media Studies and/or Graphic Communication -units or course at

Intermediate 2 Employment following SVQ training

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Careers supported by Art & Design qualifications include: Advertising, Animation, Architecture, Computer Aided Design, Corporate Identity, Electric Imaging, Fashion Design, Illustration, Interior Design, Industrial Design, Ceramics, Jewellery Design, Packaging Design, Photography, Product Design, Publishing, Textile Design, Theatrical Design, Television & Media, 3D Display Design, Town Planning

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Acting Principal Teacher Miss P. Gander


biologybiology

Biology DepartmentBiology Departmenthigherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Biology at l or 2 ( KU and PS) Intermediate 2 Biology at grade A

Course details?Course details?Three units will be covered.

Cell Biology (40 hours) - Cell structure in relation to function, photosynthesis, energy release, synthesis and release of proteins, cellular response in defence in plants and animals.

Genetics and Adaptation (40 hours) - Variation, selection and speciation, animal and plant adaptations.

Control and Regulation (40 hours) - The control of growth and development, physiological homeostasis, population dynamics.

Assessment?Assessment?

Internal Three unit tests each lasting 45 - 60 mins. Credit given for each pass. An experimental report will be required to be completed satisfactorily.

External One final examination paper lasting 2 hours 30 minutes.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Advanced Higher Biology Higher Managing Environmental Resources (MER) & other specialist

Biology Highers Individual units at Advanced Higher in Biology Higher Biology is a good “broad based” higher, covering ALL

aspects of Biology, including some human biology. It could lead to a wide range of HNC or HND or Degree level studies in e.g. Biological Sciences, Marine Biology, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Radiotherapy, Chiropody, Dentistry, Genetics, Veterinary Science, Botany, Zoology, Ecology, Microbiology and Biotechnology.

Other further and higher education opportunities using the award for 1111


general or specialist entry purposes A range of employment or training opportunities As part of one or more Scottish Group Awards

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Acting PTC Mr D Rodger


biologybiology

Biology DepartmentBiology Departmentintermediate 2intermediate 2

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Biology at 3 or 4 in both (KU and PS) or Standard Grade Physics or Chemistry at 1 or 2 in both KU and PS

or Intermediate 1 Biology at no less than grade A or Intermediate 2 Physics or Chemistry


Living Cells (40 hours) - Cell structure and function, diffusion, osmosis, enzymes, photosynthesis and respiration.

Environmental Biology and Genetics (40 hours) - Ecosystems, factors affecting variety in a species.

Animal Physiology (40 hours) - Mammalian nutrition, control of the internal environment, circulation and gas exchange, sensory mechanisms and processing information.


Internal Three unit tests each lasting 45 - 60 mins. Credit given for each pass.An experimental report will be required to be completed satisfactorily.

ExternalOne final examination paper lasting two hours. Where can it lead?Where can it lead?

Higher Biology or Higher Human Biology Higher Managing Environmental Resources (MER) & other specialist

Biology Highers Individual units at Higher in Biology HNC or HND level studies in Biological Sciences Other further and higher education opportunities A range of employment opportunities As part of one or more Scottish Group Awards.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:


Acting PTC Mr D Rodger


human biologyhuman biology

Biology DepartmentBiology Departmenthigherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Biology at l or 2 (KU and PS) or Intermediate 2 Biology at grade A

Course details?Course details?Three units will be covered

Cell Function and Inheritance (40 hours) - The role of enzymes in cell metabolism, protein synthesis, energy transfer, cell transport, cellular response in defence, inheritance.

The Continuation Of Life (40 hours) - Reproduction, development, transport mechanisms, delivery of materials to the cell, removal of materials from the blood, regulating mechanisms.

Behaviour, Populations and the Environment (40 hours). - Nervous system and memory, behaviour, population growth and the environment.


Internal Three unit tests each lasting 45 - 60 mins. Credit given for each pass. An experimental report will be required to be completed satisfactorily.


Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Advanced Higher Biology Higher Managing Environmental Resources (MER) & other specialist

Biology Highers Individual units at Advanced Higher in Biology Higher Human Biology is a very specialised higher, only

covering aspects of biology relating to humans, and is therefore best suited to those considering e.g. Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing. It could, however, also lead to HNC or HND or Degree level studies in e.g. Biological Sciences, Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Genetics, Radiography, Chiropody.

Other further and higher education opportunities using the award for 1515


general or specialist entry purposes A range of employment or training opportunities As part of one or more Scottish Group Awards



business managementbusiness management

Technology FacultyTechnology FacultyHigherHigher

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Business Management at grade 1 or 2 (KU) or Intermediate 2 Business Management. Pupils who have no Business Education qualifications, but who have a

proven record of academic ability (prerequisite is a pass in Higher English for S6 pupils.)

Course details?Course details?The course looks at the study of business as a whole and the environment in which businesses operate. The structure and role of different business organisations in contemporary society is also studied.

Business Enterprise – the development of business enterprise in contemporary society, the value of information and the application of ICT to business enterprises, decision making in business

Business Decision Areas: Marketing and Operations Business Decision Areas: Finance and Human Resource Management

Assessment?Assessment?Internal

the UNIT assessment for each of the 3 UNITS will be closed book and consist of a case study with extended response questions

External Section 1 consists of a Case Study of a business organisation with a

number of interpretation questions totalling 50 marks Section 2 consists of 5 questions, candidates should attempt 2

questions each worth 25 marks

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Advanced Higher Business Management Degree courses eg. Business Studies A range of employment or training opportunities eg. posts in human

resources or marketing.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Mrs N Aikman


Technology Faculty


business managementbusiness management

Technology Faculty Technology Faculty intermediate two intermediate two

Required entry level?Required entry level?Standard Grade Business Management at grade 3 or 4 (KU and PA) or pupils with no previous experience but a keen interest in business. All candidates must have English at grades 3 or 4 minimum.

Course details?Course details?The course looks at the study of business as a whole and the environment in which businesses operate. The structure and role of different business organisations in contemporary society is also studied. The course comprises of 3 units:

Business Enterprise Business Decision Areas: Marketing and Operations Business Decision Areas: Finance and Human Resource Management

Assessment?Assessment?InternalThere are three Internal assessments one at the end of each unit. Each of the assessments is closed book and 1 hour long.

ExternalThe external examination is 1 hour 45 minutes. The paper has two sections; section 1 will contain questions of the interpretation of a case study of a business while section 2 will consist of extended response questions in which pupils should select two from a choice of five questions.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Higher Business Management HNC/HND in Business Related Subjects Degree courses e.g. Business Studies A range of employment or training opportunities e.g. posts in human

resources or marketing.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Mrs N AikmanTechnology Faculty


administrationadministration

Technology Faculty Technology Faculty higherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level? Intermediate 2 Administration

Course details?Course details?Administration Services (40 Hours)

Strategies to ensure effectiveness in the workplace, eg time and task management

Impact of changing working practices on the modern working environment

Procedures and processes involved in recruiting, developing and supporting staff, eg staff appraisal

How formal meetings are planned, conducted and supported Importance of providing effective customer service

Information Technology for Management (80 hours) Role of information in decision making Impact of ICT on workflow, working practices and management and

security of information Use of ICT to solve business problems and communicate and present

solutions – practical use of word processing, relational databases, spreadsheet and presentation software as well as e-mail, internet and e-diary

Assessment?Assessment?Internal Assessment Administrative Services – a one hour closed book assessment comprising 5 extended response questions. A closed book assessment on IT for Management lasting 45 mins. IT for Management requires candidates to complete a 2 hours 15 minutes practical assessment to solve a business problem using the relevant software.

External Assessment Paper 1 – Theory Paper (60 marks) 1 hour 20 minutes. Paper 2 – Practical Paper (60 marks) 1 hour 20 minutes.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead?This course provides progression into Higher National Education programmes in Administration or directly into further training or employment. It is a recognised qualification for entry into university.


For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Mrs C McDonaldTechnology Faculty


administrationadministration

Technology Faculty Technology Faculty intermediate two intermediate two

Required entry level?Required entry level? Int 1 Administration and/or S.G. English at 3 or 4 and be interested in

business and office related work.

Course details?Course details?Administrative Services (40 hours)

Factors which contribute to the effectiveness of an organisation, eg good communication

Factors affecting the Administrative Assistant in the work environment, eg benefits of homeworking

Role of the Purchases, Sales, Finance and Human Resources Departments

Use of the internet and office technologies Procedures for arranging and paying for business travel and

accommodationInformation Technology for Administrators (40 hours)

Use of spreadsheet and database software to solve business problems

Use of word processing software to present the solution to business problems

Administration: Presenting and Communicating Information (40 hours) Use of the internet to search for and extract information Use of ICT (e-mail, e-diary and WP) to present and communicate

information Use of presentation software to present and communicate

information

Assessment?Assessment?Internal Assessment

Administrative Services – a one hour closed book assessment comprising extended response questions.

IT for Administrators – a business problem to be solved using WP,SS and DB software lasting one hour 30 minutes.

Administration: Presenting and Communication Information – an administrative task to be completed involving the use of the internet, e-mail, e-diary, WP and presentation software lasting one hour 30 minutes.

External Assessment Paper 1 – Theory Paper (40 marks) 1 hour.


Paper 2 – Practical Paper (60 marks) 1 hour 20 minutes.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Further courses of study in Administration A range of employment and training opportunities.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Mrs C McDonaldTechnology Faculty


chemistrychemistry

Chemistry DepartmentChemistry Departmenthigherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Chemistry at 1 or 2 in both KU and PS Intermediate 2 Chemistry at grade A and Standard Grade Mathematics at Grades 1 or 2, or Intermediate 2

Mathematics.


Energy Matters (40 hours) The unit studies reaction rates; enthalpy; patterns in the Periodic Table; bonding, structure and properties; and the mole.

The World of Carbon (40 hours) The unit studies fuels; nomenclature and structural formulae; reactions and uses of carbon compounds; polymers; and natural products.

Chemical Reactions (40 hours) The unit studies the chemical industry; Hess’s Law; equilibrium; acids and bases; redox reactions; and nuclear chemistry.

You will continue to develop both practical and problem solving skills.

Assessment?Assessment?Internal There will be an end of topic test after each of the 12 sections of the course.Three unit tests each lasting 45 min. Credit given for each pass. There are 9 compulsory practicals which have to be completed, and one experimental report is required to be written up formally.


Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Completion of a group award


Advanced Higher Chemistry another science subject at Higher Higher education: degree and HND courses in chemistry and

chemistry-related subjects such as environmental science, pharmacy, science and chemical engineering

Employment including work-based training for SVQ Laboratory Operations.



chemistrychemistry

Chemistry DepartmentChemistry Departmentintermediate 2intermediate 2

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Chemistry at 3 and 4 in both KU and PS or Standard Grade Biology or Physics at 1 or 2 in both KU and PS or Intermediate 1 Chemistry at no less than grade A or Intermediate 2 Biology or Physics and Standard Grade Mathematics at Grades 3 or 4 or Intermediate 1

Mathematics.Course details?Course details?The 3 units covered are:

Building Blocks 40 hrs - The unit studies reaction rates, the structure of the atom, bonding, structure and properties, chemical symbolism and the mole.

Carbon Compounds 40 hrs - The unit studies fuels, nomenclature, structural formulae and reactions of carbon compounds, plastics and synthetic fibres and natural products.

Acids Bases and Metals 40 hrs - The unit studies acids and bases, salt preparation and metals.

Assessment?Assessment?Internal Three unit tests each lasting 45 min. Credit given for each pass.One experimental report will be required to be completed satisfactorily.

External One final examination paper lasting 2 hours.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead?

Higher in Chemistry SGA at Intermediate 2 in Science or Technology Employment in Animals, Land & Environment Health & Medicine Manufacturing Industries Science & Mathematics


Security and Protective Services Sports & Leisure



computingcomputing

Technology Faculty Technology Faculty Higher/ Intermediate 2Higher/ Intermediate 2

The purpose of this course is provide students with the knowledge, understanding and practical problem solving skills to enable them to become the ICT engineers of the future.It would also be a good subject choice for students wanting to increase their Computing skills and knowledge but not necessarily intending to take the subject further.

Required entry level?Required entry level?While entry is at the discretion of the department, students would normally be expected to have attained :

for entry at S5 a credit pass at Standard Grade Computing; (Problem Solving must be 1/2)

for entry at S6 a pass in Computing or Information Systems at Intermediate 2 or

a pass in Higher Maths & Higher Physics and a good standard of IT skill.

Course details?Course details?The course consists of two mandatory units and one optional unit as follows

Software Development This unit studies the development and writing of software and naturally includes a course on programming, a part of the course greatly enjoyed by most students. It can be said to be a course in learning to think straight and is an excellent developer of Problem Solving and Logical skills. We use Visual basic, a professional Windows language that has achieved considerable success in the commercial sector.

Computer Systems This unit looks in detail at the structure and organisation of computer systems. Students will look at operating system software and basic architecture.

Multimedia Technology In this unit you will learn to use sound, graphical and video applications, including multimedia authoring and web page design.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Advanced Higher courses (including Computing and Information

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Scottish Group Awards at the appropriate level. Higher National Certificates and Diplomas (including HND Computing) Degree courses (including B.Sc. Computing Science Employment (including SVQs)

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Mr M StalkerPTC Technologies


information systemsinformation systems

Technology FacultyTechnology Facultyhigherhigher

The purpose of this relatively new course is to develop students’ software skills in a range of industry standard applications, and to expose students to practical aspects of information systems and the theory behind them. It is also suitable for individuals who require a knowledge of information systems for vocational purposes.Required entry level?Required entry level?While entry is at the discretion of the department, students would normally be expected to have attained:

For entry at S5 a Credit pass at Standard Grade Computing or Business Management

For entry at S6 a pass in Computing or Information Systems at Intermediate 2 or

At least two Higher passes in other subjects and a good basic IT ability.

Course details?Course details?The course consists of two mandatory units and one optional as follows:

Database Systems (Core Unit) This unit will provide students with an opportunity to develop simple relational database systems using industry standard database software. The student is introduced to database models and organisation, query languages and how they are implemented in the various forms of database software available. This unit also develops skills in the production of database systems.

Using Information (Core Unit) This unit is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of the principles, features and purposes of information and the systems used to create, retrieve, and manipulate information. It also develops knowledge and understanding of the wide-ranging implications of the growing use of ICT within society.

Applied Multimedia (Optional Unit) This unit is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of the principles of multimedia applications and practical skills related to the development of multimedia application through the use of contemporary hardware and software..


Advanced Higher courses (including Information Systems and 3030


Computing) National Certificates at the appropriate level Higher National Certificates and Diplomas Degree courses (including B.Sc Information Systems) Employment (including SVQs)



information systemsinformation systems

Technology Faculty Technology Faculty intermediate 2intermediate 2

The purpose of this relatively new course is to develop students’ ICT skills, and knowledge and understanding of information systems for vocational purposes. This course also introduces students to database software and they have the opportunity to design and implement various database systems.

Required entry level?Required entry level?While entry is at the discretion of the department, students would normally be expected to have attained:

For entry at S5 a General pass at Standard Grade Computing or Business Management

A Credit pass in any other subject that provides ICT skills For entry at S6 by negotiation with department

Course details?Course details?The course consists of two mandatory units and one optional as follows:

Database Systems (Core Unit) This unit will introduce students to using database system (Multimedia Database, Locally Stored Database or On-line Database) for retrieving information using Simple & Compound Search. The Unit also will help students to create their own database file and querying such database system. Students will be involved in investigating current uses of database systems and they will be introduced to the future development of database systems.

Using Information (Core Unit) develops an understanding of information, what it is, how it is used, how it is stored and when it is appropriate to use it.

Applied Multimedia (Optional Unit) This unit is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of the principles of multimedia applications and practical skills related to the development of multimedia application through the use of contemporary hardware and software.


Higher Information Systems National Certificate at the appropriate level Higher National Certificates and Diplomas Employment (including SVQs)


digital media digital media

Technology Faculty Technology Faculty intermediate 1 skills for workintermediate 1 skills for work

Skills for Work courses are designed to help students develop their skills and knowledge in a broad vocational area. The course promotes a positive attitude to learning and generic skills and attitudes for employability.

Required entry level?Required entry level?There are no entry requirements for this course.

Course details?Course details? The Creative Digital Media course follows the following unit

structure: Introduction to the Industry This unit focuses on 4 different sectors of the digital media industry –

Film, TV, Comic/ Animation and Radio. Students will research the qualifications, courses, colleges, jobs and skills required for each of these industries.

Hardware and Software In this unit, students will gain practical experience and knowledge of

the hardware and software used within digital media – e.g. digital video cameras, portable recording devices, digital cameras, audacity, windows movie maker and piknik.

The Creative Process Students will learn how to create storyboards, pitch ideas and make

presentations. Team working and communication skills are learnt. Production Project For each of the 4 sectors studied, students will work in a group to

create a relevant project – e.g. Film – film trailer, radio – news podcast.

How is this course assessed? Each unit is internally assessed A folio of work will be generated throughout the year There is no end of year exam – to be awarded Intermediate 1 Skills

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a folio of work and all internal assessments.



product designproduct design


Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Craft and Design (design component must be a 1 or

2), Graphic Communication or Art at grade 1,2 or possibly 3 Any other case/request to Principal Teacher

Course details?Course details?The following units are covered in the course:

Design Analysis (40 hours) – Production of a product evaluation report for a commercial product and analysis of a design brief to to produce a detailed specification.

Designing for People (40 hours) - Factors which influence design, how a commercial product is made, design specifications and designing for people. Design folio with 5 concepts produced and graphic techniques used for designing. Folio work centres around idea development and effective decision making.

Designing for Manufacture (20 hours) - Materials and manufacturing processes used in industry and orthographic drawing.

AssessmentAssessmentInternal Product evaluation reportFull design folio2 unit tests on materials/ processes and orthographic drawing.

ExternalOne final examination paper lasting 2 hours. One design assignment folio generating a range of concepts from a given brief. The design assignment is limited to 10 hours and 8 A3 pages.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? A degree or HNC in areas such as engineering, architecture or

design. Other university courses. A National Certificate in areas such as engineering, construction or

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Employment in a wide range of occupations such as engineering or construction.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Mr W RarityTechnology Faculty


graphic communicationgraphic communication


Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Art or Graphic Communication at l or 2 or possibly 3

or Intermediate 2 Graphic Communication or an equivalent. Any other case/request to Principal Teacher

Course details?Course details?The following units are covered in the course:

Technical Graphics 1 (40 hours) - Manual pictorial techniques, geometric construction along with illustration and presentation.

Technical Graphics 2 (40 hours) - Manual component drawing, principles of dimensioning and graphics as used within a company structure.

Computer Graphics (40 hours) - Computer drawing, computer illustration, DTP, modelling and commercial or industrial applications.

AssessmentAssessmentInternalThree unit tests around 40 minutes in time plus a Graphic project

ExternalOne final examination paper lasting 3 hours

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? A degree or HNC in areas such as engineering, architecture or design Other university courses A National Certificate in areas such as engineering, construction or

design Employment in a wide range of occupations such as engineering or

construction.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Ms C Wilson/ Mr A WattTechnology Faculty


woodworking skillswoodworking skills

Technology Faculty Technology Faculty intermediate 1 & 2intermediate 1 & 2

Course details?Course details?This is a course which has been developed to allow students to gain knowledge and experience in wood construction, machining and finishing techniques.

The course is open to any student who has completed the basic S1 and S2 course in craftwork. Obviously you must be able to work safely in a workshop. An increasing amount of independent working is a feature of the course.

The coursework involves students manufacturing a range of items, including a cabinet, mirror stand and a table. Depending on your level of achievement you will be assessed by your class teacher at Int. 1 or Int. 2. Students will be required to contribute to some of the cost of coursework, as for other craft courses.

By the end of the course, students will be able to select appropriate materials and tools necessary for a woodwork task and have the necessary skills to carry it out. The course is considered useful for a number of reasons:

It can be purely for recreation to reduce the intensity of your overall school week

It can be seen as an excellent foundation course for someone who wishes to pursue a career in this area. It is a lead in course for further work at college

It can be simply to give basic DIY skills necessary for men and women in future life. This is something that we all have to face at some time, particularly when we set up our own home.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Mr A Watt/ Mr W RarityTechnology Faculty


englishenglish

English DepartmentEnglish Departmenthigherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade English at l or 2 Intermediate 2 English Evidence of progression in S4

Course details?Course details?The course comprises three 40 hour units.

Language Study (40 hours) - Two Outcomes: Close Reading and Writing.

Literary Study (40 hours) - One Outcome: Textual Analysis

AssessmentAssessmentInternal Students must achieve a pass in all component units of the course.

External One final examination lasting 3 hours 15 minutes. There will be two papers:

Paper I: Close Reading Paper 2: Critical Essay - Two Critical Essays Writing folio comprising two essays in different genres

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Advanced Higher English Completion of a group award HNC or HND courses in Arts & Social Sciences Employment in careers related to Arts & Social Sciences


PTC Mrs S West


englishenglish

English DepartmentEnglish Departmentintermediate twointermediate two

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade English 3 or 4 Intermediate 1 English Evidence of progression in S4

Course details?Course details?The course comprises three 40 hours units



Assessment?Assessment?Internal Students must achieve a pass in all component units of the course.

External One final examination lasting 2½ hours. There will be two papers:

Paper I: Close Reading Paper 2: Critical Essay - Two Critical Essays Writing folio comprising two essays in different genres

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Higher English Completion of a group award NC courses in Arts & Social Sciences Employment in careers related to Arts & Social Sciences

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:PTC Mrs S West


englishenglish

English DepartmentEnglish Departmentintermediate oneintermediate one

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade English

Course details?Course details?The course comprises three 40 hours units



Assessment?Assessment?Internal Students must achieve a pass in all component units of the course.

External One final examination lasting 1 hour 45 minutes. There will be two papers:

Paper I: Close Reading Paper 2: Critical Essay - One essay Writing folio – One essay

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Intermediate Two English NC courses at college



media studiesmedia studies

English DepartmentEnglish Departmenthigherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level? A range of Standard Grades at Credit level or Media Studies at Intermediate 2.

Course details?Course details?Two units will be covered.

Media Analysis (80 hours) – pupils will analyse in depth a range of media texts and the ways in which their meanings are influenced both by the companies who produce them and by their audience. They will study the ways in which these texts both affect and are affected by society. The texts will be selected from print (press and magazines etc.), television, cinema, popular music and the advertising industry.

Media Production (40 hours) – Pupils will as part of a group to plan, make and evaluate a media product.


Analysis One hour holistic assessment – Fiction One hour holistic assessment – Non fiction

Production Observation checks One hour evaluation

External One and a half hour Unseen Analysis Paper One final examination paper lasting 2 hours.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Advanced Higher Media Studies NC in Media Studies or related field Communication and Media Scottish Group Award A range of training opportunities Employment in science, the media industries or related field.


media studiesmedia studies

English DepartmentEnglish Departmentintermediate twointermediate two

Required entry level?Required entry level? A range of Standard Grades at General level or Media Studies at Intermediate I.


Media Analysis (80 hours) - The interpretation of a range of media texts and the ways in which their meanings are influenced both by the companies who produce them and by their audience. A study of the ways in which these texts both affect and are affected by society. The texts will be selected from print (press and magazines etc.), television, cinema, popular music and the advertising industry.

Media Production (40 hours) - Working as part of a group to plan, make and evaluate a media product.


Analysis One hour holistic assessment – Fiction One hour holistic assessment – Non fiction

Production Observation checks One hour evaluation

External One hour Unseen Analysis Paper One final examination paper lasting one hour 30 minutes.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Higher Media Studies NC in Media Studies or related field Communication and Media Scottish Group Award A range of training opportunities Employment in science, the media industries or related field.



PTC Mrs S West


geography geography

Geography DepartmentGeography Department higherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level?Standard Grade geography at Credit levelIntermediate 2 geography or its component units

Pupils who previously have NOT studied for an SQA qualification (or similar) in geography should consult the head of department.

Course details?Course details?This course will appeal to pupils who wish to pursue their interest in the contemporary world. It is made up of human AND physical geography units of work in equal measure and will appeal to a broad range of pupils with differing interests and career intentions. (see below)

The course consists of three units of work:Physical Environments (40 hours): Atmosphere; Hydrosphere; Lithosphere; BiosphereHuman Environments (40 hours): Population Geography; Rural Geography; Urban Geography; Industrial GeographyEnvironmental Interactions (40 hours): Rural Land Resources; Development and Health.

Assessment?Assessment?InternalOne Physical and One Human Environments Test must be passed.Two Environmental Interactions Tests. One pass is mandatory.ExternalPaper One: physical and human environments.Paper Two: environmental interactions

Where can it lead?Where can it lead?Advanced Higher Geography, with its emphasis on critical thinking and independent learning, offers senior pupils an excellent opportunity to bridge the gap between school and university.To a wide range of Higher Education courses in the sciences, social sciences and the arts.To a wide range of careers: geography teaches about the world around us and also teaches a wide range of useful skills.


For more information please contact:For more information please contact:PTC Mrs E Knox


geography geography

Geography DepartmentGeography Departmentintermediate twointermediate two

Required entry level?Required entry level?Standard Grade Geography at General levelStandard Grade in another social subject at General LevelIntermediate One geography or a related subjectPupils who do not have the above the above qualifications should consult the head of department.Course details?Course details?This course will appeal to pupils who have not achieved Credit Level geography and who want to pursue their interest in the world around them. Also pupils of all abilities, who want to pursue a ‘two year’ higher geography course, are well prepared by studying at Intermediate Level in the first year. Three units will be covered.

Physical Environments (40 hours) – The formation and features of 4 physical landscapes including: glaciated areas, limestone areas, coasts and rivers. Land use opportunities, conflict, management, tourism and recreation will be studied also for each area.

Human Environments (40 Hours) – covers 4 key aspects will be studied:

Global population distribution, density, growth and change. Urban development, growth, problems, management and solutions

for a case study of a LEDC and MEDC city. Rural development, farming practices, changes, problems and

solutions for a case study of a LEDC and MEDC area. Industrial location, growth, change, problems, decline and solutions

will be studied. No case study is involved in this section. Environmental Interactions (40 hours) – 2 topics will be studied: Development & Health – Focus on indicators and reasons for

differences in countries development. Study of common diseases (causes, consequences, solutions)

Environmental Hazards – Focus on earthquakes, volcanoes and tropical storms: causes, the consequences for human activity, and how aid helps victims.

Assessment?Assessment?Internal Three unit tests of 25 marks each. External One final examination paper lasting 2 hours.


All assessments include the elements of : Knowledge and Understanding Evaluating Geographical Methods and Techniques.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Higher Geography Intermediate 2 in another social subject To a wide range of courses in the Arts, Sciences and Social Sciences



historyhistory

History DepartmentHistory Departmenthigherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade History at l or 2 An ‘A’ pass at Intermediate 2 History.

Course details?Course details?

“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it” George Santayana

The course will appeal to pupils who wish to find out about past societies and events and their role in shaping the modern world. Higher History provides excellent preparation for future study with its emphasis on essay writing skills.

Three units will be covered

Scotland and Britain 1850s – 1979 Russia – Tsarism to Bolshevism 1881-1923 Wars of Independance

Assessment?Assessment?Internal The British and Russian topics are assessed through essays. Appeasement and the Road to War is assessed through source-based answers. All internal assessment takes place under exam conditions.

External The course will be examined through a final, externally prepared examination.Paper I (Scotland and Russia) requires the writing of two essays.Paper II (Wars of Independence) tests evaluation and use of sources.

All students must also prepare and write up an ‘Extended Essay’ worth 30% of the total mark. A 200 word plan can be used and the essay is externally marked. This takes place in March.


Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Advanced Higher History, with its emphasis on critical thinking and

independent learning, offers senior pupils an excellent opportunity to bridge the gap between school and university

To a wide range of further and higher education courses in the social sciences and arts – particularly subjects like Law

Employment in any area requiring training in research, evidence gathering or analytical, extended writing such as journalism, legal work etc.



historyhistory

History DepartmentHistory Departmentintermediate twointermediate two

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade History at 3 or 4 or above Intermediate 1 History.

Course details?Course details?Three units will be covered in the complete course. Each will last 40 hours:

Historical Study: Scottish and British History: Social Welfare in Britain 1890s -1951

European and World Study: Lenin and the Russian Revolution 1894 – 1921

Further European Study: “The Road to War, 1933-39”

All units have identical outcomes and can be taught as individual units or as part of an integrated course. They also allow for progression to Higher History.

Assessment?Assessment?Internal Unit assessment is by means of short essays and source-based answers written under examination conditions in class time. Home exercises will prepare the pupil for this assessment but only assessments tackled in school time will count towards formal assessment.

External The Course will be examined through one final, externally prepared examination. Most questions are source-based and are worth 4 - 8 marks each.

All students must also prepare and then write up an “Extended essay”. This takes place in MarchA 150 word plan can be used and the finished essay is externally marked.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Higher History Completion of a group award Employment in any area requiring training in research, evidence

gathering or analytic, extended writing.


hospitality practical cookeryhospitality practical cookery

Home Economics DepartmentHome Economics Departmentintermediate 2intermediate 2

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Home Economics at General Level or Intermediate 1 Hospitality at level A or B A keen interest in food, and English at General level.

Course details?Course details?This is a practical course including units on Practical Cookery Skills for the Hospitality Industry, Healthy Eating and Foods of the World. Students will extend and develop their food preparation skills and knowledge through the production of a wide variety of dishes. The student must be prepared to follow the hygiene and safety rules which would be applied in industry, including catering dress code. As pupils will regularly prepare dishes for 4 people they will be expected to contribute to the cost of ingredients.

Assessment?Assessment?Internal Students will be assessed on the work carried out during the course, including practical exercises and an investigation of the traditional food, from a country of their choice.

External A practical assignment.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Employment in Hotels, Catering and Hospitality Other Intermediate 2 courses in Hospitality or Health and Food

Technology Professional Cookery (available at college)

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Acting PTC: Miss P Gander


fashion and textile technologyfashion and textile technology

Home Economics DepartmentHome Economics Department

Required entry level?Required entry level? An interest in fashion and textiles (and patience!)

Course details?Course details?You will learn a range of craft skills in textiles for example computer aided embroidery, appliqué and fabric painting, and you will learn basic sewing skills. There will be an opportunity to attempt a more advanced item such as a ball gown.

Assessment?Assessment?InternalEach unit will be assessed on practical work and its documentation.

External A practical assignment.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? It will provide basic sewing skills. It would support studies in fashion and design, especially for those

aspiring to Art or Textile College.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Acting PTC: Miss P Gander


mathematicsmathematics

Mathematics DepartmentMathematics Departmenthigherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level?

Standard Grade Maths at overall 1 or grade 2 in KU and 2 in RE Intermediate 2 Maths (including Unit 3) grade A or B

Course details?Course details?Three units will be covered, units 1 and 2 and 3. Unit I - (40 hours) Straight line, sketching related functions and graphs, trigonometric equations, basic differentiation and its uses, and recurrence relations

Unit 2 - (40 hours) Quadratic theory, remainder theorem, basic integration, addition formulae in trigonometry and the circle

Unit 3 - (40 hours) Vectors in 3 dimensions, further differentiation and integration, logarithmic and exponential functions and the wave function.

Assessment?Assessment?Internal Three unit tests. Credit given for each pass.

External Two final examination papers:Non –calculator paper – 1hour 30 mins. Consists of 20 multi choice questions and several long answer questions.Calculator paper – 1 hour 10 mins

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Advanced Higher Mathematics and/or Advanced Higher Applied

Mathematics Higher or Further Education HNC/D in mathematics, science, engineering Employment in science, engineering.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Mr T BalanowskiPrincipal Teacher CurriculumMathematics/Physics Department



Mathematics DepartmentMathematics Departmentintermediate twointermediate two

Required entry level?Required entry level?

Standard Grade Maths 3 or 4 or Intermediate 1 Maths.

Course details?Course details? Units covered are: Unit 1 (40 hours) Percentages, Volumes, Linear Relationships,

Factorisation of Algebraic expressions, Circles. Unit 2 (40 hours) Sine/cosine Rules and Area of a Triangle,

Simultaneous Equations, Statistics (eg Standard Deviation, Semi-interquartile Range, Regression and Probability, Graphs, Charts, Tables).

and either Unit 3 (40 hours) Algebraic Fractions, Surds, Indices, Quadratic

Equations, Trig Graphs and equations. or Applications of Mathematics (40 hours) Social Arithmetic, Logic

Diagrams and Spreadsheets, Application of Formulae.


External Two final examination papers:Non – calculator paper 45 minsCalculator paper 1 hour 30 minsWhere can it lead?Where can it lead?

Higher Mathematics if Unit 3 is taken Completion of a group award HNC or HND courses.

For more information please contactFor more information please contactMr T BalanowskiPrincipal Teacher CurriculumMathematics/Physics Department



Mathematics DepartmentMathematics Departmentintermediate 1intermediate 1

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade 5

Course details?Course details?There are 4 possible units. Units 1 and 2 are compulsory, with a choice from unit 3 or 4.

Unit 1 40 hours - Using your calculator, basic geometry, formulae, calculations in context.

Unit 2 40 hours - Graphs, charts and tables, time distance speed, Pythagoras, integers, statistics.

Either Unit 3 40 hours - Basic algebra, graphical relationships, basic

geometry, standard form. or Unit 4 40 hours - Applications of Mathematics. Calculation in social

context, logic diagrams, scale drawings, nets, statistical assignment.


External Two final examination papers.

Non calculator paper -35 minutes Calculator paper -55 minutes

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Intermediate 2 Mathematics (provided you have done Units 1,2,3)



french / spanishfrench / spanish

Modern Langauges DepartmentModern Langauges Departmenthigherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level?While entry to the course or units will be at the discretion of the centre, students will normally be expected to have attained

Intermediate 2 Modern Languages or its component units Standard Grade award grades 1 or 2 including Writing award at

grade l or equivalent qualification.

Course details?Course details?Two mandatory units (one of 80 hours, one of 40 hours) plus 40 hours flexible time.

Language (80 hours) - This unit will seek to ensure progress in language in a variety of contexts, combining the skills in appropriate integrated tasks. It will build on students’ prior learning. Contexts of language covered will reflect the age and interests of the students and at this level the skills of speaking and writing will place emphasis on the student’s ability to express points of view in some details and to exchange ideas with evidence of increasing confidence and accuracy.

Extended Reading / Viewing (40 hours) - Students will develop further language skills in line with their personal interests.


1 reading test 2 speaking tests 1 listening test 1 writing test.


Where can it lead?Where can it lead?Attainment of the award will allow students to progress as follows

Advanced Higher units or course in the same language Higher Education courses at appropriate levels, including HNC or


HND or degree Courses offered by foreign language agencies at appropriate levels Employment making use of foreign language competence, Law. I.T.

Services, Journalism, Tourism, Media, Government, Business, Arts, Social Sciences.



french / spanishfrench / spanish

Modern Languages DepartmentModern Languages Departmentintermediate twointermediate two

Required entry level?Required entry level?While entry to the course or units will be at the discretion of the centre, students will normally be expected to have attained

Intermediate 1 Modem Languages or its component units Standard Grade award grades 3 or 4 in French, German or Spanish Spanish is also available as a one year crash course for beginners or equivalent qualification.

Course details?Course details?Two mandatory units, (one of 80 hours, one of 40 hours,) plus 40 hours flexible time.

Language (80 hours) - This unit will emphasise progression in language in a variety of contexts, combining the skills in appropriate integrated tasks. It will be built on students’ prior learning. Contexts of language covered will reflect the age and interests of the students and at this level the skills of speaking and writing will begin to place emphasis on expressing points of view and exchanging ideas.

Personal Communication (40 hours).

Assessment?Assessment?Internal End of unit assessments

External Reading Paper -1 hr 15 min Listening – 20 min Writing - 40 min

Where can it lead?Where can it lead?Attainment of the award will allow students to progress as follows

Higher units or course in the same language Education (NCNQ), Training (VQ)

Employment in: Arts, Social Science &

Religion

Media Government


Hospitality, Catering and Tourism

Languages Law Journalism

Business I.T.Services



musicmusic

Music DepartmentMusic Departmenthigherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Music at Credit Level which must include a minimum

grade 2 in both listening and solo performance. Units or a course at Intermediate 2 Music or Equivalent standards achieved in the above levels Where a pupil hasn’t achieved the required passes at Standard

Grade or Int 2, permission and access to the course must be obtained from the music department.

Course details?Course details?Two options are offered in Higher Music:

Performing Performing with Technology

Option 1 – PerformingCandidates will study and be assessed in all of the following:

Performance on 1 instrument Performance on a 2nd different instrument Composing folio Listening paper

Option 2 – Performing with TechnologyCandidates will study and be assessed in all of the following:

Performance on 1 instrument MIDI Sequencing assignment Technology Knowledge and Understanding paper Composing folio Listening paper

You will choose to follow one of the above options.

Assessment?Assessment?All units will be assessed by a combination of Internal and External examinations.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Advanced Higher Music HNC, HND or degree in Higher education courses which use Higher


Music as a general entry qualification Careers in performance, teaching, pop music, instrument repair,

music publishing, recording companies, music journalism, music therapy, broadcasting and television.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Principal Teacher Mrs K McLeod


musicmusic

Music DepartmentMusic Departmentintermediate twointermediate two

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Music at General Level or equivalent standards achieved in the above levels where a pupil hasn’t achieved the required passes at Standard Grade

or Int 1, permission and access to the course must be obtained from the music department.

Course details?Course details?Two options are offered in Intermediate 2 Music:

Performing Performing with Technology

Option 1 – PerformingCandidates will study and be assessed in all of the following:

Performance on 1 instrument Performance on a 2nd different instrument Composing folio Listening paper

Option 2 – Performing with TechnologyCandidates will study and be assessed in all of the following:

Performance on 1 instrument MIDI Sequencing assignment Technology Knowledge and Understanding paper Composing folio Listening paper

You will choose to follow one of the above options.

Assessment?Assessment?All units will be assessed by a combination of Internal and External examinations.

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Higher Music HNC, HND or degree in Higher education courses which use

Intermediate 2 as a general entry qualification 6969


Careers in performance, teaching, pop music, instrument repair, music publishing, recording companies, music journalism, music therapy, broadcasting and television.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Principal Teacher Mrs K McLeod


physical educationphysical education

Physical Education DepartmentPhysical Education Departmenthigherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level? Credit level award in Standard Grade Physical Education or Credit

level award in English Intermediate 2 course award in Physical Education or its component

units other relevant prior experience in Physical Education, including

experience gained outwith certificated courses.


Performance (60 hours) Analysis and Development of Performance (60 hours )

Due to the integrated nature of the course, the Performance and Analysis and Development of Performance units are delivered concurrently. The physical activities undertaken will arise from a process of consultation between staff and students, and will take account of the interests and talents of the student and the constraints on both staff and facilities.Only activities taught on the course will be considered for the assessment of Performance.

Assessment?Assessment?Internal Perrformance - Assessment of practical performance in one activity. Analysis and Development of Performance - An Assignment based on a selected aspect of the student’s Performance.

ExternalPerformance – Assessment of practical performance in two activities = 40% of final gradeAnalysis and Development of Performance - One final examination paper lasting 2 hours 30 minutes = 60% of final grade Where can it lead?Where can it lead?

Advanced Higher Physical Education an HNC/HND in associated subject area


completion of a group award a degree in Physical Education degree courses in associated subject areas

a career in amateur/ professional sport or dance employment in the fitness, health, leisure and recreation industries employment in sports/dance development.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Principal Teacher Mrs J Leach


physical educationphysical education

Physical Education DepartmentPhysical Education Departmentintermediate twointermediate two

Required entry level?Required entry level? General level award in Standard Grade Physical Education lntermediate 1 course award in Physical Education or its component

units other relevant prior experience in Physical Education, including

experience gained outwith certificated courses.


Performance (60 hours) Analysis and Development of Performance (60 hours)

Because of the integrated nature of the course, the Performance and Analysis and Development of Performance units are delivered concurrently. The physical activities undertaken will arise from a process of consultation between staff and students and will take account of the interests and talents of the student and the constraints on staff and facilities. Only activities taught on the course will be considered for the assessment of Performance.Assessment?Assessment?Internal Performance - Assessment of practical performance in one activity. Analysis and Development of Performance - An assignment based on a selected aspect of the student’s performance.External Performance - Assessment of practical performance in two activities = 50% of final gradeAnalysis and Development of Performance - One final examination paper lasting 2 hours. = 50% of final grade

Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Higher Physical Education completion of a group award units at

Higher in Physical Education additional units in the Physical Education framework a career in


amateur/professional sport or dance employment in the fitness, health, leisure and recreation industries other qualifications, for example SVQs.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Principal Teacher Mrs J Leach


physicsphysics

Physics DepartmentPhysics Departmenthigherhigher

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Physics at l or 2 (KU and PS) or Intermediate 2 Physics or its component units or Standard Grade Mathematics at l or 2 or Intermediate 2 Mathematics course.

Course details?Course details? Mechanics and Properties of Matter (40 hours): Vectors, equations

of motion, Newton’s second law, momentum and impulse, pressure and density, gas laws.

Electricity and Electronics (40 hours): Electric fields and resistors in circuits, alternating current and voltage, capacitance, analogue electronics.

Radiation and Matter (40 hours): Waves, refraction of light, optoelectronics and semiconductors, nuclear reactions, dosimetry and safety.

Assessment?Assessment?Internal NAB assessment at the end of each Unit.One experimental report to be completed satisfactorily.


Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Advanced Higher Physics Completion of a group award Degree. HND or HNC in science, mathematics, computing or

engineering field Employment in science, mathematics, engineering, technology or

related field.

For more information please contact:For more information please contact:Mr T BalanowskiPrincipal Teacher CurriculumMathematics/Physics


Department


physicsphysics

Physics DepartmentPhysics Departmentintermediate 2 intermediate 2

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Physics at 3 or 4 (KU and PS) or Standard Grade Biology, Chemistry or Science at 1, 2 or 3 (KU and

PS) or Intermediate 1 Physics Grade A Standard Grade Mathematics at 3 or 4


Mechanics and Heat ( 40 hours ) - Kinematics, dynamics, momentum, energy and heat.

Electricity and Electronics ( 40 hours ) - Circuits, electrical energy, electro-magnetism, electronic components.

Waves and Optics (20 hours) - Waves, reflection, refraction. Radioactivity (20 hours) - Ionising radiations, dosimetry, half life and

safety, nuclear reactions.

Assessment?Assessment?Internal NAB assessment at the end of each Unit.1 experimental report to be completed satisfactorily.


Where can it lead?Where can it lead? Higher Physics Completion of a Group Award NC in science, engineering, technology or related field Employment in science, engineering, technology or related field.

Intermediate 2 is an ideal course for those:who did not take Standard Grade Physics in S3who passed Standard Grade Physics and would prefer to do Higher Physics in S6



religious, moral andreligious, moral andphilosophical studies (rmps)philosophical studies (rmps)

RME DepartmentRME DepartmentHigher/int 2Higher/int 2

Required entry level?Required entry level? Standard Grade Religious Studies at Grade 1 or 2 Intermediate 2 Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies Course An Intermediate 2 Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies Unit A Social Subject at Intermediate 2

Course details?Course details?The Higher RMPS course is designed to help you develop a philosophical approach to the study of beliefs, values and issues which are of importance in the world today. You will study three units:

World Religion: Christianity (40 hours) – In this unit, you will learn about the beliefs and practice of Christianity. In particular, you will focus on what Christianity teaches about the human condition, the goals of life and what a follower of the faith must do in order to achieve the goals. Morality in the Modern World: Crime and Punishment (40 hours) – In this unit, you will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to understand theories about the relationship between religion and moral values. You will then focus on two specific moral issues relating to crime and punishment – namely, the purpose of punishment and the use of capital punishment.Christianity: Belief and Science (40 hours) – In this unit you will explore the contemporary relationship between Christian belief and scientific theory. You will do this by investigating the nature of Christian revelation and scientific enquiry. You will then study both religious and scientific responses to the following two questions:What is the origin of the universe?

What is the origin of human life?Assessment?Assessment?Internal You will complete an end-of-unit assessment for each unit.External You will complete a final examination covering all three units.



A qualification in Higher/Intermediate 2 RMPS demonstrates that you have an ability to critically analyse and evaluate a diverse range of beliefs and values – both religious and secular. It is a suitable platform for further academic study at University and is also useful for the following career areas:Law, Journalism, Healthcare, CounsellingCivil Service and Local GovernmentBroadcasting and MediaSocial Work TeachingMinistry and ChurchFor more information please contact:For more information please contact:

PTC Mrs S West


west lothian collegewest lothian college

West Lothian CollegeWest Lothian Collegesqa national courses and unitssqa national courses and units

The details of courses at West Lothian College are provisional at this stage. The intention is to offer a selection from the following:

Higher courses potentially on offer:Higher courses potentially on offer: Photography for Media Childcare - Early Years

Intermediate 2 courses potentially available:Intermediate 2 courses potentially available: Childcare Motor Vehicle Maintenance Hospitality: Practical Cookery

Other potential Courses:Other potential Courses: Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy Units Community Sports Leaders Award Hardware Installation and maintenance Excellence in school sport programme (separate to West Lothian

College) Transport is provided but on occasion buses may be too late back

from college for pupils to get school transport. If this happens pupils will be expected to make their own way home.


Pupil Support Teacher


Linlithgow AcademyLinlithgow AcademyS5 Course Choice 2013/2014S5 Course Choice 2013/2014

H: Higher Int: Intermediate coursesS5 pupils choose one option from each column.S5 pupils are encouraged to refer to teacher recommendations when deciding on options. The level of study selected is provisional and will be reviewed after the summer holidays once SQA results are known. Classes that are undersubscribed will not run.Pupils should take completed forms to Course Choice Day on Monday 12 March 2012. Once confirmed, pupils will not be allowed to drop subjects until the prelims. Pupils would then remain in the class and work on other subjects.

Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5

Chemistry HEnglish H/IntPhysics H

Geography

H/Int

Maths H/IntHistory H/IntRMPS H

Administration

H/Int

Art & Design

H/Int

Biology H/IntChemistry H/Int

Graphic Com

H

Hospitality IntPhysics H/IntPhysical Ed.

H/Int

Spanish H/IntCollege Course

Biology HBusiness Man

H/Int

Computing HChemistry HEnglish H/IntFrench H/IntFashion&Textile

Int

Graphic Com

H

History HHuman Biology

H

Woodworking

Int

Biology HBusiness Man.

H

Digital Media Skills for Work

Int

Geography HInformation Sys

H/Int

Maths H/Int

Media Studies

H/Int

Music H/Int

Product Design

H

Physics H

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