Film Studies Course aims For this specification, these underpinning elements have been used to create a framework for studying film, which learners will be able to apply to all the films they explore: The key elements of film form – cinematography, mise en scène, editing, sound and performance The structural elements of film form – …
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Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) Course aims This stand-alone qualification will provide you with an exciting opportunity to research a topic of your choice. The project title may develop from a previous subject you have studied or an area of personal interest outside of your studies. Entry requirements In additional to the general entry requirements you …
Environmental Science
Environmental Science Course aims This course will equip you with the knowledge and understanding to study the environment around us in a scientific context. Entry requirements You will require a grade 6 in science and mathematics and a grade 5 in English, in addition to the general entry requirements. Course content The living environment Topics …
English Literature
English Literature Course aims This course encourages learners to develop as critical, autonomous readers with the skills to analyse and evaluate texts from different times and genres. Learners will be expected to read widely and make contributions to class discussion of texts. Entry requirements You will require grade 6 in both English language and English …
English Language
English Language Course aims This course provides opportunities for learners to develop their appreciation of different areas of language study, both spoken and written. You will explore a wide range of texts to improve your skills in using language, applying analytical frameworks and learning more about how English works in a variety of contexts. Entry …
Economics
Economics Course aims To provide a good basis for further study of economics or business studies. Entry requirements You will require a grade 6 or higher in mathematics and English Language, in addition to the general entry requirements. Course content The operation of markets and market failure Topics include: The nature of economic activity covering …
Computer Science
Computer Science Course aims This course has been designed for learners who wish to go on to Higher Education courses or employment, where knowledge of computer science would be beneficial. Entry requirements You will require a grade 6 or higher in mathematics, in addition to the general entry requirements. Course content Unit 1 Programming (using …
Chemistry
Chemistry Course aims This course aims to provide you with practical skills, and knowledge & understanding of facts, principles and concepts from different areas of chemistry. Entry requirements You must have two GCSE 6 grades in double award science or three 6 grades in triple award. Your mathematics GCSE must be grade 6 or higher …
Business
Business Course aims This course encourages learners to develop an enthusiasm for studying business and gain a holistic understanding of business in a range of contexts. Learners will develop a critical understanding of organisations and their ability to meet society’s needs and wants. There will also be opportunities to generate enterprising and creative approaches to …
Biology
Biology Course aims This course will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills to study biology or a related subject at university. Entry requirements You will require at least two 6 grades in science GCSEs (or minimum 665 including biology at 6 if separate sciences studied) plus grade 6 in maths, in addition to …