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Options Choice Booklet
2021
Contents
Option Subjects
Curriculum Choices ...................................................................................... 2
How to make your choices ............................................................................ 3
Careers Information ..................................................................................... 4
Top 10 Resources ......................................................................................... 5
English Language ......................................................................................... 6
English Literature ......................................................................................... 7
Mathematics ................................................................................................ 8
Combined Science ........................................................................................ 9
Physical Education ........................................................................................ 10
Personal, Social, Health Education and Religious Education ......................... 11
Modern Foreign Languages .......................................................................... 12
Geography ................................................................................................... 13
History ......................................................................................................... 14
Art & Design ................................................................................................. 15
Catering ....................................................................................................... 16
Creative iMedia ............................................................................................ 17
Business (Enterprise) ................................................................................... 18
Music ........................................................................................................... 19
Dance ........................................................................................................... 20
Drama .......................................................................................................... 21
Engineering .................................................................................................. 22
Health & Social Care .................................................................................... 23
Photography …………...…………………………………………………………………………………. 24
Sport ............................................................................................................. 25
Religious Studies .......................................................................................... 26
Travel & Tourism .......................................................................................... 27
Triple Science ............................................................................................... 28
1
Curriculum Choices
At Ormiston Denes Academy, we are passionate about ensuring students leave us having fulfilled their potential in a
broad range of subjects. As such, the curriculum we offer gives academic rigour and provides a broad curriculum.
Key Stage 4 courses require a considerable amount of commitment of all aspects of study both in school and at
home. It is therefore important to be fully aware of the expectations of each course when making a choice.
All students will need to select their choices for the courses they will study throughout the whole of Year 10 and
Year 11.
Each student will study:
The core curriculum,
Four option subjects which include:
One or more subjects from the EBacc. Options
Up to three subjects from the Option Choices
Core Curriculum
English Language English Literature
Mathematics Combined Science
Personal, Social, Health & Religious Education
Physical Education (non examined)
(non examined)
EBacc. Options
French Geography German
History Spanish
Option Choices
Art & Design Catering
Creative iMedia Dance
Drama Engineering
Health & Social Care Music
Religious Studies Photography
Sport Travel & Tourism
Business (Enterprise) Triple Science (only if agreed by your science teacher)
You need to complete the Options Form by Friday 26th February 2021.
We will then arrange for you to have an interview with a member of staff about your option requests to check you
have made appropriate choices. I understand that:
After this process I must still be taking one or more EBacc. subjects (French, Geography, German, History,
or Spanish).
Staff will attempt to accommodate all requests; however certain combinations are not viable and changes
are dependent on availability and option blocks, so may not be possible.
2
How to make your choices
Firstly, read through this booklet and find out about all the different subjects on offer. On the Ormiston Denes
website, there are short recordings about each of the options to give you some more information about them
before you make your choice.
Throughout the process of making your choice, speak to someone at home about it. Also, use the information on
the next two pages to find out if the choices you are thinking of making are appropriate for the next stage of your
education.
Your choices need to fit into the following option blocks. Remember, you will need to take at least one EBacc.
Subject (these have an * beside their name), but it does not matter which block it appears in.
Year 10 Option Blocks / Groups
A B C D
Catering (Ca) Drama (Dr) Catering (Ca) Art & Design (Ar)
Dance (Da) Engineering (Eg) Creative iMedia (Im) Business Enterprise (Bu)
French* (Fr) Geography* (Ge) Health & Social Care (He) Catering (Ca)
Geography* (Ge) German* (De) History* (Hi) Engineering (Eg)
Health & Social Care (He) History* (Hi) Photography (Po) Geography* (Ge)
History* (Hi) Music (Mu) Spanish* (Es) Religious Studies (Re)
Travel & Tourism (Tt) Sport (Sp) Travel & Tourism (Tt) Sport (Sp)
If any group in an option block becomes too big or does not have enough students to run, we reserve the right to
make changes.
To complete the Options Form, please click on this link.
3
Careers Information
Staff in the academy are here to support you when making important choices about your future career.
Tips to help with choosing options during lockdown:
Read this Options Choice Booklet.
The Year 9 Options Evening is being held on Thursday 4th February from 5.00pm to 6.30pm. Please visit the
Year 9 Options page on our website www.ormiston.co.uk/academic/curriculum/year-9-options with your
parents or carers to discuss your choices.
Arrange to talk to staff who know you well - you may have to do this by email.
Ask older siblings or friends in Year 10 and 11 in the academy for tips on what to choose.
Speak to the Careers Adviser, Mrs Budgen. careers@ormistondenes.co.uk
Look at resources in the Careers section of our website here: http://www.ormistondenes.co.uk/academic/
careers/ and online.
The Year 9 Google Careers Classroom is updated regularly with careers news, live virtual events, resources and
competitions. Please check each week to find out about the opportunities on offer. What you discover might
lead to an interesting career!
Appointments for a Careers Guidance Interview with Mrs Budgen can be made at careers@ormistondenes.co.uk.
4
Top 10 Resources
Fast Tomato can help you make important
decisions based on what you like and dislike. You can Informative website - see ‘GCSEs explained’.
discover what careers your subjects can lead to.
Please go to https://ft.morrisby.com/account/ https://www.brightknowledge.org/education/
signup gcses-explained
Enter code: DNHL
Useful articles, especially ’GCSE or equivalent’
which offers advice on choosing GCSE options. Use the site to help you find your future
career.
https://guest.startprofile.com
https://www.icanbea.org.uk/
Explore the job profiles to find out what
a job involves and if it will suit you. Career opportunities from science and
mathematics
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/
job-profiles/home http://www.futuremorph.org/14-16/
Read the advice on choosing your options:
http://icould.com/stories/choosing-your-gcse-
options/
For parents, but you can read it too.
Watch the videos on how to make
http://www.parentalguidance.org.uk/making-
choices at 14:
http://icould.com/stories/choosing-your-gcse- choices/making-subject-choices-at-age-12-14
options-video/
5
English Language
Core Curriculum
Course Description Assessment type
Introduction Non Examination Assessment: Speaking and Listening
Students use year 9 building their skills across all elements of Students will be expected to:
English. They are encouraged to develop their ability to write Present
for different audiences and purposes, as well as to Respond to questions and feedback
interrogate language that they encounter in a range of Use standard English
genres. They begin the GCSE English Language course at the
beginning of Year 10 and, over the next two years, follow a
practical course which develops their skills in reading, writing
and speaking and listening. Students follow the new AQA
GCSE syllabus that builds upon the skills they developed in
Where Does it Lead?
Key Stage 3. This course is 100% examination at the end of
Year 11, but students will complete exam style assessments As a core subject, English offers a pathway into the worlds of
each half term to hone their examination technique. work and further study. If you wish to pursue a post-16
vocational college course post, a grade 5 in English Language
Assessment type will put you ahead of the field. It’s likely that any future
100% examination employer will also want a grade 5 as evidence of your
1. Reading written and oral skills. The written communication and
Students will be expected to read and respond to a spoken communication skills taught in English are essential
variety of text types and will develop their ability to: to most job roles in the modern economy.
Select and retrieve relevant information.
Demonstrate an understanding of implicit and explicit If you are pursuing A level studies with a view to going on to
meanings. university or into a profession, both English Literature and
Evaluate the effectiveness of a text. Language are highly valued and are useful for a number of
Comment on the techniques employed by the writer careers in fields such as education, law and journalism. In
and consider their effect on the reader. fact there are very few courses where an English
2. Writing qualification is not beneficial.
Students will produce a variety of written
assessments that will demonstrate their ability to:
Write appropriately for form, audience and
context.
Use linguistic techniques to engage and
influence the reader.
Spell and punctuate accurately and for effect.
Produce coherent and well-structured responses.
6
English Literature
Core Curriculum
Course Description Assessment type
Introduction 100% closed book examination.
Students will explore:
In Year 9, students are encouraged to read and analyse
a range of challenging texts, whilst building their ability Relationships between characters.
to identify key features and explore their significance. How setting and atmosphere are created and
contribute to the overall effectiveness of the
Throughout Years 10 and 11, students will study a text.
number of classic and modern texts which include: Links between texts (particularly poetry).
The presentation and development of themes.
A collection of modern poetry from the AQA The significance of the social and historical
Poetry Anthology context to the text.
A modern text (An Inspector Calls by How form, language and structure contribute
J.B. Priestley) to meaning.
A Shakespeare text (Macbeth) How the writer achieves specific effects and
A 19th Century novel (A Christmas Carol by how these are received by the reader.
Charles Dickens) How ideas are presented in an extract and
then developed in the rest of the text.
Students will study all texts in Years 10 and 11. In the
first year, they will secure their understanding of plot,
character and themes. This course is 100%
examination and, to prepare students for this, they will
Where Does it Lead?
be assessed at the end of each half term through an
exam style question. In Year 11, students will briefly If you are pursuing A Level studies with a view to going
revise the content of the texts but the teaching will on to university or into a profession, both English
focus mainly on exam technique, and students will be Literature and Language are highly valued and are
provided with multiple opportunities to plan, write and useful for a number of careers in fields such as
assess exam responses. This is crucial as the English education, law and journalism. In fact there are very
Literature exam is a closed book one. This means that few courses where an English qualification is not
students will not have access to any of the texts they beneficial.
have studied in class and will be required to answer
exam responses on them from memory.
7
Mathematics
Core Curriculum
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
The new GCSE (9-1) qualification equips students with If you are pursuing A Level studies with a view to going
the key knowledge, skills and understanding needed on to university or into a profession, Mathematics is
for the next stage of their life. Students need to be highly valued and useful for a number of careers in
competent, confident and able to solve problems in the fields such as Engineering and Finance. There are very
following areas: few courses where a Mathematics qualification is not
beneficial.
Number (15-25%)
Ratio and Proportion (20-25%)
Algebra (20-30%)
Statistics (5-10%)
Probability (5-10%)
Geometry (15-20%)
Assessment type
The course is 100% exam based and students will be
required to sit three 90-minute exam papers. In two
of these papers, students will be able to use a
calculator, and the third will be non-calculator.
Each paper can ask questions on any topic for the
Mathematics curriculum. Therefore it is essential
that students spread their knowledge and revision
across the wide spectrum of areas within
Mathematics.
8Combined Science
Core Curriculum
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction GCSEs provide a solid foundation for progression to
study A Levels in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. It is
This course is taught over three years starting in Year 9,
an excellent stepping stone for a wide range of jobs,
culminating with exams toward the end of Year 11. The
university courses and science related careers.
course covers Cell Biology, Organisation, Infection and
Response, Bioenergetics, Homeostasis and Response,
Inheritance, Variation and Evolution, Ecology, Atomic
Structure and the Periodic Table, Bonding, Structure,
and the Properties of Matter, Quantitative Chemistry, Assessment type
Chemical Changes, Energy Changes, The Rate and
There are six exam papers which result in two GCSE
Extent of Chemical Change, Organic Chemistry,
grades.
Chemical Analysis, Chemistry of the Atmosphere, Using
Resources, Forces, Energy, Waves, Electricity,
x2 Biology Papers
Magnetism and Electromagnetism, Particle Model of
Matter and Atomic Structure.
x2 Chemistry Papers
Science is important because it allows us to describe,
x2 Physics Papers
define, investigate and ultimately understand the
world in which we live and how it works. Science is very
Each of the papers will assess knowledge and
important for our economy; locally with regard to the
understanding from distinct topic areas.
energy and engineering industries, as well as nationally
and globally.
There is NO coursework element in this subject.
9Physical Education (Non examined)
Core Curriculum
Course Description Benefits of Physical Education
Introduction It is no secret that physical activity is necessary to a
Students will continue their programme of study across person's well-being. Because children are continuously
a variety of sports and activities. The central aim is to developing, both physically and emotionally, they are
increase students' awareness of health and fitness especially affected by the benefits of activity, and
issues, safe participation in sport, competitive and inversely, the negative effects of inactivity.
co-operative sporting opportunities and the
development of personal and social skills (My Personal The main benefits of Physical Education:
Best).
Improved health and fitness
The activities students will take part in are from the
Improves self-confidence
following;
Improves team work
Trampolining Improves social skills
Dance Improves leadership skills
Team games
Racket sports
Striking and Fielding games
Personal Health and Fitness This is a non examined course.
10PSHE and Religious Education (Non examined)
Core Curriculum
Course Description You will learn by:
contributing in class discussions and role plays with
Introduction your own points of view and responding to others
The Personal, Social, Health Education/Religious Education visits from guest speakers.
course builds on Key Stage 3 topics to help students
confidently develop a more nuanced understanding of self-reflection to recognise strengths and weaknesses
relationships and sex, religion and beliefs, drugs and in your personal, social, health and economic
substance misuse, careers and finance. Students follow a development.
programme in which they will cover both statutory taking an interest in current affairs both locally and
requirements and non-statutory topics following a thematic nationally by watching the news or reading articles.
approach. Sex and relationship education is embedded
within the programme of study to help and support young making use of ICT and the internet for simulations and
people through their physical, emotional and moral to carry out research.
development. This aims to help young people learn to
respect themselves and others and move with confidence Assessment type - these are non examined courses.
from childhood through adolescence into adulthood.
In PSHE/RE there is no external assessment. Your knowledge
will be assessed in each lesson and guide the level of depth
The Personal and Social Health Education (PSHE) and the teacher will take the learning. Your overall progress will
Religious Education curriculums are designed in a way to be assessed each learning cycle with a specific assessment
support young people in: related to the content covered.
Becoming confident individuals who are physically,
emotionally and socially healthy.
Where Does it Lead?
Being responsible citizens who make a positive
The study of PSHE/RE will help you gain the confidence to
contribution to society.
participate in communities in a positive manner and become
Understand and manage risk. an active citizen. As this subject develops your
communication and self-reflection skills it creates a strong
Recognise personal wellbeing and embrace change. basis for all careers. The content of this course will develop
your skills and knowledge needed in the world of work and
beyond.
For further information, the ODA Relationship and Sex
Education (RSE) and Health Education policy can be found in
the policy section of our academy website.
11Modern Foreign Languages (French, German, Spanish)
EBacc. Subject
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction Students with strong language skills stand out as
talented and successful people, with broad and exciting
Continuing with your language to GCSE will benefit you
horizons. Having a language GCSE means you will:
in many ways. Lots of jobs you may consider for the
future look for people with languages as successful
Be able to deepen your existing linguistic
linguists have fantastic communication, interpersonal
knowledge to tackle more complex topics like
and analytical skills. Languages also have lots of
the environment, your future aspirations and
transferable skills that show future employers you can
role models.
rise to a challenge and step out of your comfort zone.
Allow you to pick up other languages
Continuing with your language will not only teach you
(e.g. Japanese, Mandarin and Korean) at A Level
the grammar and vocabulary, but also give you a
or as part of university studies.
greater cultural awareness of the countries which
Show that you can communicate with people
speak your language. A GCSE in French, German or
across cultures and languages.
Spanish will provide you with the means to appreciate
Be in a stronger position to get a job in
different countries, cultures, communities and people.
companies with international links, or improve
employability if you would like to work abroad.
Assessment type
Sectors hiring people with good language skills include:
The French, German and Spanish GCSEs consist of four
translation, interpreting, journalism, travel and
papers based on the following skills: listening,
tourism, IT, marketing, banking, sales and more.
speaking, reading and writing (25% each). The
speaking exam is conducted by your class teacher, and
will involve you having a conversation with them which If you are a native speaker of another language it may
be possible to sit an extra GCSE without choosing it as
is recorded and sent away for assessment. Questions
an option subject. Please speak to the MFL department
across all four language skills are based on topics
if this is something you are interested in.
across these five themes:
Identity and culture.
Local area, holiday and travel.
School.
Future aspirations, study and work.
International and global dimension.
12Geography
EBacc. Subject
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction Geography can open the doors to a variety of
careers and further education opportunities. The
Students will travel the world from the classroom,
ability to research information from a variety of
exploring case studies in the United Kingdom (UK),
sources and present to a targeted audience in a
newly emerging economies (NEEs) and lower
variety of ways is a sought after skill base in any
income countries (LICs). Topics of study include climate
career path in this ever changing world. The ability to
change, poverty, deprivation, global shifts in economic
empathise with a variety of cultures underpins a
power and the challenge of sustainable resource use.
world view built through investigative study.
Students are also encouraged to understand their role
in society, by considering different viewpoints, values
and attitudes.
Assessment type
Paper 1 Living with the Physical Environment:
Externally assessed written exam (35%)
Paper 2 Challenges in the Human Environment:
Externally assessed written exam (35%)
Paper 3 Geographical Applications:
Externally assessed written exam (30%)
13History
EBacc. Subject
Course Description
Assessment type
Introduction
The assessments encourage all students to show what
Our GCSE course builds on Key Stage 3 topics to help they know and understand about history to the best of
students confidently develop a more nuanced their ability. The three-paper model balances the
understanding of history, and provides a stepping stone content and assessment requirements so that exams
to further study at AS and A level. We’ve chosen the are manageable for students. The exams also have
content of our course so that at GCSEs, students can questions that are clear and ramp in demand
build on - but not directly repeat - what they studied at throughout papers so students are challenged by every
KS3. The Edexcel GCSE (9-1) course brings together part of the assessments.
elements of the Modern World and Schools History
Project so GCSE students can explore a broader range Three externally assessed written exams.
of history than ever before. Paper 1 is worth 30%
Paper 2 is worth 40%
Paper 3 is worth 30%
Paper 1 is the British Thematic Study with Historic
Environment.
This paper includes the units: Medicine in Britain
1250 to present, and The British sector of the
Western Front; Injury, Treatment and the
Trenches.
Where Does it Lead?
Paper 2 is the Period Study and British Depth Study in The study of History helps prepare us for the world in
which the topics studied are: which we live. Society is changing in many ways, and
American West (exciting new unit), and History helps us understand this rapidly changing world
Anglo-Saxon and Norman England. by informing us of why things are as they are. By
The final part of the qualification, Paper 3, is the studying History you will develop your ability to reason,
Modern Depth Study. make informed decisions, analyse situations and
The USA (exciting new unit) communicate effectively. The skills that are learned and
developed in History are transferable, meaning they
can be used in a wide variety of careers. Both
universities and employers hold History in high regard
due to its rigorous and academic nature.
14Art & Design
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction Students may choose to study A Level Art or Level 3
BTEC, leading to further study at university. A
Why study an Art?
qualification in Art is valued by employers for the
Art and culture is one of the largest contributors to the stamina involved in completing the course and the
UK economy. range of transferable skills acquired. There are many
careers in the field of Art & Design such as advertising,
The Art & Design course has been designed to marketing, textile and interior design, product design,
encourage students to be adventurous and creative architecture, animation/film, fashion, photography,
over the two years. The course will enable students to illustration, publishing and media.
express their ideas visually and help them develop and
refine skills and techniques taught in KS3. Please note, you are unable to take both Art & Design
and Photography.
Students will study other artists’ work to influence and
inspire their own. There will be problems to solve and
opportunities to express creative ideas and experiment
with a wide range of materials and techniques. The
course requires you to explore a variety of media such
as: painting and drawing (using a variety of medium
and techniques) printmaking (mono printing, lino
cutting and etching) and sculpture, mixed media, using
safe working practices.
Students will be expected to work from direct
observation and experience in school, and this will also
need to be supported by work produced at home.
15Catering
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction Related careers include: nutritionists, dieticians, health
promotions officers, product development in the food
Catering equips students with practical cooking skills as
industry, teachers in food technology, catering and
well as theoretical knowledge and understanding of
nutrition, managers in food retail, food hygiene
the environment in which catering providers operate,
officers, hospitality and events management.
how they operate, how they meet health and safety
requirements, how food can cause ill health and how
For students who wish to develop their food studies,
they can meet specific requirements of the catering
there are Level 3 courses available in Food or Catering
industry, nutrition and healthy eating.
and Hospitality. This could lead to a number of closely
related courses in nutrition, food and health, available
Students will normally be cooking at least once a week
at various universities and catering colleges.
and we recommend they provide their own ingredients
or contribute to the cost of the ingredients. Students
must bring a clean apron to every practical lesson and a
container in which to carry home the products they
make.
16Creative iMedia
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction
iMedia can lead into creative courses at college and
Britain has a thriving creative industry. Creative iMedia A Level. The course can lead to jobs in the media
teaches the use of digital technologies to create industry and the IT industry.
graphics, animation, sound, video and websites.
Students also learn how pre-production skills are used
to create high quality products. Cambridge Nationals in
Creative iMedia is a media sector-focused course,
including film, television, web development, gaming
and animation, with IT at the forefront. The course
provides knowledge in a number of key areas in this
field from pre-production skills to digital animation and
has a motivating hands-on approach. Cambridge
Nationals delivers skills across the whole range of
learning styles and abilities, effectively engaging and
inspiring all students to achieve great things.
17Business (Enterprise)
Course Description
Enterprise is a thoroughly interactive learning
Introduction experience, and students learn by researching and
taking part in enterprise activities. Learners will be
The Enterprise course is designed for students who given the opportunity to develop an idea for a small
through vocational contexts study the knowledge, enterprise activity and plan how best to set it up and
behaviours and skills related to research, planning, fund it. Learners will work together, developing their
pitching and reviewing an enterprise idea. key important skills which are useful in any industry,
Enterprise is an important part of the business sector such as problem solving, decision making, innovation,
and play’s a major role in the UK’s global economic project management, team working and
status. Demand for employment in these areas is communication. Our learners are also given the
likely to continue to rise and expand, playing a key role opportunity to plan their finances, including cash flows
in UK society. It is important that our learners develop and how to take a product to market.
the key transferable skills to fill these careers. The role
of entrepreneurs is to help create wealth for the
nation and its citizens through the creation of
enterprises that innovate and grow the economy. Course Introduction
There are nearly 5 million such businesses in the UK, Is this the right subject for me? If you enjoy:
employing about 14.4 million people. In 2015, small
and medium enterprises contributed to £24 billion in Communicating and explaining your ideas.
the UK economy. Thinking creatively and making decisions.
Working with numbers to solve business
problems.
Learning about the world of business through
research and investigation, as well as through
practical tasks. …then the Business course is
the right subject for you.
18Music
Course Description
Introduction Course Requirements
The course is comprised of four components: Students who opt for this course must be open to all
styles of music; not just one or two areas, and it is
Component 1 - The Music Industry: particularly suited to students who play an instrument
Coursework looks at the Industry in depth - 1 hour or sing to a high standard. They need to be able to
examination in January and May of Year 11. persevere and show resilience and must be prepared
to perform to an audience.
Component 2 - Managing a Music product:
Coursework which is internally assessed - students Students will learn techniques and skills currently used
work in business teams to create, promote and review in the music industry as well as performing both as a
a product using what they have learned about the soloist and an ensemble to demonstrate and document
music industry. This is a creative written project. skills learned. Students will also learn to compose their
own music to a given brief and learn to use technology
Component 4 - Introducing composition: - Students to notate and edit their work.
respond to a set brief and compose ideas for current
music industry practice.
Component 5 - Introducing Live Performance:
Students will choose contrasting pieces to learn on
their instrument which they will perform to an Where Does it Lead?
audience. During rehearsals, they will review and
evaluate good practice and audit their skills in a written Music will help to develop confidence and other
document, showing how they have progressed to a transferable skills that can be advantageous in many
final performance to their audience. different careers. It is a musical language known
throughout the world to bring people together and
create mixed communities. Progression can lead to
A Level Music, Music Technology and higher BTEC
diplomas in Music or the Performing Arts into a
rapidly growing industry.
19Dance
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction Post-16 students can take BTEC Performing Arts
(Dance) or A Level Dance, as well as further study
Dance is a creative option for students with an
continuing on to university and vocational Colleges. Job
appreciation and passion for performing and
opportunities include performing, teaching,
choreography. The study of dance as an art form
choreography, dance critique, journalism, and sports
contributes to students’ aesthetic and social
and health related careers. The social, physical fitness
development. As a physical activity it promotes fitness
and critical analysis skills developed during the course
and well-being.
are useful for a range of careers and lifestyles and are
valued by employers.
As choreographers, students use problem-solving and
creativity skills and in directing others they develop
their interpersonal and communication skills. Finally, as
critics, students make informed decisions about the
dances they review.
The course focuses on contemporary, street dance,
Jazz and Musical Theatre styles of dance. Students in
certain styles will be expected to perform bare-foot.
Assessment Type
There are three components to the course.
Component 1 - Assessed internally.
Component 2 - Assessed internally.
Component 3 - Responding to a brief - Assessed
externally.
20Drama
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction This course is the starting point for a career in the
performing/creative arts; as an actor, performer,
The Drama course has been designed to provide an
director, stage designer, writer, theatre technician, TV
engaging and stimulating foundation for the world of
presenter, costumier, puppeteer, producer, stage
Drama and Theatre Studies. Students participate in
manager, teacher, as well as offering the skills required
components that develop characterisation, devising,
to function in any other job role that requires
performance, text analysis and evaluation skills. They
communication, team work, creativity, discipline and
will deliver extracts from significant KS4 texts and build
self-confidence.
the ability to interpret writers’ intentions. Students
will participate in performances that will develop their
The qualification builds on learning from Key Stage 3
confidence as well as their professional skills.
for those who may wish to explore an academic as well
as a vocational route throughout Key Stage 4. Providing
a good foundation to Drama, Theatre Studies and the
Performing Arts for learners in post-16 education,
Assessment Type
including being a sought after qualification at
Component 1 (30%) - Written Exam university, regardless of the degree you wish to follow.
(External Assessment)
Component 2 (40%) - Devising Drama
(Internal Assessment)
Component 3 (30%) - Texts in Practice
(Internal Assessment)
21Engineering
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction For students who wish to develop their studies further,
A level Product Design and Level 3 Engineering courses
Engineering enables students to develop the skills they
are available. A qualification in Product Design can lead
will need to pursue a wide range of career paths that
to a variety of different pathways and careers including
involve problem solving and manipulating materials.
architecture, automotive design, jewellery design and
From mechanical engineering to jewellery design. The
set design. A qualification in Engineering leads to an
ability to use the correct tools correctly is essential in
equally wide range of career paths including
making the products we use everyday.
mechanical, electrical, chemical, civil or aeronautical
engineering.
The course itself is divided into three units of work.
Unit 1
The first unit is a design based task where students are
asked to develop an imaginative and functional
solution to a given design problem. Being able to
communicate ideas effectively to a range of audiences
is the key skill developed in this unit.
Unit 2
The second unit of work involves being able to make a
product from a given set of technical drawings. A
variety of mini making tasks have been developed to
build up the students’ confidence, making proficiency
and drawing literacy.
Unit 3
The third unit is the theory test which requires
students to have an understanding about how
everyday products work and how they are made.
Understanding why certain materials and which
processes are used to make the products is important,
as is a certain level of mathematics and drawing skills.
22Health & Social Care
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction The course leads in to Level 3 college courses and
employment, and apprenticeship opportunities.
The Health & Social Care course provides an
opportunity for students to develop their knowledge
Related career routes include nursing, paramedic,
and understanding of health and social care issues and
social work, working in the care home sector with the
needs, plus the services provided to support these
elderly and people with learning disabilities, and
issues and needs across the life stages. It is suitable for
careers in early years.
those who want a broad background in the health and
social care sector and provides a valuable preparation
for those who want to progress to further education
and university, as well as for those entering the
workplace as an apprentice. This course is suitable for
those wishing to pursue further study or employment.
within the child care sector.
Components you will study:
Component 1: Human Lifespan Development
Component 2: Services and Values in HSC
Component 3: Health and Well-being
23Photography
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction There are many different styles of photography
covering a range of different career options including:
Photography requires students to demonstrate
knowledge and understanding of practical skills to
Editorial and Press Photographer
realise personal intentions. Students will be required to
Medical/Clinical Photographer
demonstrate the ability to:
Fashion and Photographic
Develop their ideas through selecting and
Stylist - Fashion and Photographic Stylist
analysing the work of others.
Portrait or Wedding Photographer
Apply an understanding of digital and manual
manipulation.
Refine their ideas as work progresses through
Please note, you are unable to take both Art & Design
experimenting with media, materials, techniques
and Photography.
and processes.
Record their ideas, insights and observations,
visually and through written annotation.
Create a final piece over a sustained project.
Students work will be presented in a sketchbook.
Alongside the practical work all work requires written
explanation. The written work is integral to the
development of techniques and ideas and is worth 25%
of the overall marks. For both unit 1 and unit 2.
Assessment Type
Unit 1 (60%) Personal portfolio in Photography.
Unit 2 (40%) Externally set task - 10-hour exam.
24Sport
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction Level 3 BTEC at college, but also A Level PE. Students
who have an interest in sports science, coaching and
The Sport course has been designed to provide an leadership should apply to take this course.
engaging and stimulating introduction to the world of
sport. The course has four compulsory units which all
students are required to take.
Future careers
The four units are: PE Teacher
1) Training for personal fitness. Armed forces
2) Fitness for sport and exercise.
3) Practical sports (dodgeball and rounders). Sports coaching and development
4) Leading sports activities.
Officiating
Assessment Type
Students have to complete all four units and each unit
is worth 25%. Unit one is an external exam whilst the
three other units are all coursework. There is practical
opportunity and assignments are completed to
deadlines, with homework to support the learning.
25Religious Studies
Course Description Where Does it Lead?
Introduction Further study is always an option, with the subject seen
This course will explore two of the largest religions in favourably at university level. As workplaces become
the world, exploring their beliefs and practices to help more diverse, it is important for workers to understand
understand how religion can shape the world and that the world is a place of huge variety, and the
culture of the people who live according to them. We course helps to take some of the misconceptions away.
will also study some of the biggest questions known to The critical thinking requirement of the course is a skill
humans; How did we come to exist? How should we that will always be useful, no matter what profession
act? What control should we have over life and death? you go into, and finally, the ability to think clearly, and
Why do we fight? Why does terrorism happen, and understand how to make decisions using clear
many more. evidence is more important than ever in a world of
fake news. As Mark Twain nearly said, 'A lie has been
This course has a significant written component, so if halfway around the world before the truth has tied its
you want to sharpen your essay skills ready for college laces'. Philosophy will help you separate the fake from
or university, Philosophy may well be the course for the fact. Philosophy is particularly valued in Law,
you. We also expect students to be able to take part in Uniformed Services and Medicine; as all of these
structured debate and be able to respond to issue courses involve accurate and quick ethical
through staying up to date with the news from around decision-making.
the world.
26Travel & Tourism
Course Description
Introduction Unit 4: International travel and tourism destinations
International travel and tourism destinations and
Travel and Tourism is one of the UK’s largest sectors,
their appeal to different types of visitors.
currently employing over 2.5 million people. Have you
Plan international travel to meet the needs
ever thought about how many different types of of different visitors.
tourism there are, and how important the travel and
tourism industry is to the UK economy? Do you know
the major tourist destinations in the UK and the world?
Have you ever wondered how you could plan a
holiday?
In this course, you will gain an understanding of the
range of organisations involved with different types of
tourism in the UK and the world, including their roles,
how they work together and how they use technology
to meet changing customer needs.
Where Does it Lead?
Unit 1: The UK travel and tourism sector
Main types of tourism in the UK.
Entry onto a BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism course.
The contribution that travel and tourism makes
The foundations of a career in the travel and tourism
to the UK economy.
industry.
Different component industries that make up the
UK travel and tourism sector e.g. travel agents,
Careers
transport providers, tourist attractions,
accommodation providers. The knowledge, understanding and skills learnt will aid
progression to further study and prepare you to enter
Unit 2: UK travel and tourism destinations the workplace. Employment opportunities in travel and
Learning about holiday destinations in the UK. tourism include roles such as travel agents, cabin crew,
Being able to locate major UK gateway airports conference and event planning, tourist information
and seaports. clerks or member of a visitor attraction team.
Being able to plan holidays in the UK for different
traveller types.
27Triple Science
Course Description Where does it lead?
Introduction
GCSEs provide a solid foundation for progression to
Students can opt to follow Triple Science across Years study A Levels in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. It is
10 and 11 by including the course in their list of an excellent stepping stone for those considering
options. This course is aimed at those who are careers in medicine, nursing, veterinary, computing,
interested in the world around them and wish to study engineering and research.
it in a practical way The course incorporates the GCSE
Combined Science course content but extends this to a
higher level including extra units looking at astronomy,
chemical synthesis, and biotechnologies.
Assessment Type
To take Triple Science students must speak to their
Triple Science: GCSE Biology, Chemistry and Physics
science teacher before completing the form.
Each separate science GCSE is assessed at the end of
Year 11 with two exams (six exams in total) making up
100% of the total GCSE mark. Students will be awarded
three separate GCSEs at the end of Year 11 in Biology,
Chemistry and Physics.
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