Course aims An in-depth study of a modern language at advanced level, including the major skills of writing, listening, reading and speaking. Other aims: Entry requirements You will require a grade 6 in German, in addition to the general entry requirements. Course content Spoken expression, response, understanding and written response in German and research: Course …
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Geography
Course aims This course will develop your understanding of physical and human geography, challenge your perceptions and stimulate your investigative and analytical skills. The course topics reflect key issues in the world today. Entry requirements You will require a grade 6 in Geography, 6 in English and 5 in Mathematics in addition to the general …
French
Course aims An in-depth study of a modern language at advanced level, including the major skills of writing, listening, reading and speaking. Other aims: Entry requirements You will require a grade 6 in French, in addition to the general entry requirements. Course content Unit 1 – Listening, reading and writing Unit 2 – Writing about …
Fine Art
Course aims Students will be introduced to a variety of fine art processes, techniques and thinking and thinking through traditional and contemporary examples. Entry requirements GCSE grade 5 in an art/design based subject or a strong collection of work/images reviewed by a member of the arts team along with an interview. Course content Year One …
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: Entry requirements You will require a grade 6 in English and a keen interest in films, in addition to the general entry requirements. Course …
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 will also need a …
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 include the …
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 literature, or …
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 requirements You …
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 national economy in a global context …