Subject Guide (Sixth Form)

DENMARK ROAD SIXTH FORM SUBJECT GUIDE

DENMARK ROAD Welcome to our Subject Guide; an opportunity to SIXTH FORM explore our courses in greater depth. Our courses are designed to serve We advise all students to pursue the needs of our high achieving subjects which they are inspired students. by and mindful of any career pathways they have in mind. By extending beyond the specification our super-curriculum Should you have any further provides our young people with questions our expert staff would be ‘The Edge’ over their peers. happy to help. Contact details by subject are provided within this guide. CONTENTS Art: Fine Art 02 16 Geography Art: Textile Design 03 17 German Biology 04 18 History Business 05 19 Mathematics Chemistry 06 20 Music Computer Science 07 21 Physical Education Core Mathematics 08 22 Physics Economics 09 23 Politics English Language 10 24 Psychology English Literature 11 25 Religious Studies 12 26 Sociology EPQ Engineering with EPQ 13 27 Spanish French 14 28 Entry requirements Further Mathematics 15 01

ART: FINE ART ART: TEXTILE DESIGN A Level Units % of A Level A Level Units % of A Level Component One: Personal Investigation Component One: Personal Investigation Learners should produce two elements: Learners should produce two elements: (120 marks) (120 marks) a) Portfolio of practical work showing their personal response to either a starting Non-exam a) Portfolio of practical work showing their personal response to either a starting Non-exam 60% 60% point, brief, scenario or stimulus, devised and provided by the centre/ learner point, brief, scenario or stimulus, devised and provided by the centre/ learner b) A related study: an extended response of a guided minimum of 1000 words b) A related study: an extended response of a guided minimum of 1000 words Component Two: Externally Set Task Component Two: Externally Set Task a) The early release paper will be issued on February 1st and will provide a a) The early release paper will be issued on February 1st and will provide a (80 marks) (80 marks) number of themes, each with a range of written and visual starting points, briefs 15 Hour Exam number of themes, each with a range of written and visual starting points, briefs 15 Hour Exam 40% 40% and stimuli and stimuli b) A response should be based on one of the options b) A response should be based on one of the options Subject Specific Course Outline Super-Curriculum Course Outline Entry Requirements This exciting and challenging course encourages students to build Gallery and museum visits This exciting and challenging course encourages students to build on the artistic skills, knowledge, and understanding acquired at Competitions on the artistic skills, knowledge, and understanding acquired at 6 or equivalent in Art or an Art related GCSE. Through a series of practical projects, students will develop Guest speaker presentations GCSE. Through a series of practical projects, students will develop subject at GCSE. their intellectual, imaginative and creative capabilities. They will Artist workshops theirintellectual, imaginative and creative capabilities. They will demonstrate their aesthetic understanding and communication Arts leadership opportunities demonstrate their aesthetic understanding and communication High levels of motivation and creativity skills through drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, digital Dedicated sixth form art studio skills through drawing, painting, printmaking, digital media, fabric are essential as students are expected media and critical analysis. Students are introduced to A Level Art Portfolio guidance manipulation and critical analysis. Students are introduced to A to undertake a considerable amount via an extensive range of workshops, teaching them new skills, Technician support Level Art via an extensive range of workshops, teaching them new of independent study. processes and techniques o enable them to make guided skills, processes and techniques to enable them to make guided decisions during their personal investigation. Students undertake decisions during their personal investigation. a short-written investigation for their chosen topic – this piece of Contact Subject Specific extended writing is excellent evidence for University applications. Students undertake a short-written investigation for their chosen Entry Requirements Mrs R Williams, Subject Leader for Art & topic – this piece of extended writing is excellent evidence for Year 12 students also have the unique opportunity to take an Design [email protected] University applications. 6 or equivalent in Art or an Art related additional AS in Art over the year to further enhance their skillset subject at GCSE. (100% portfolio). Careers High levels of motivation and creativity are essential as students are expected Many transferable skills are cultivated during Careers to undertake a considerable amount the course: critical understanding, of independent study. independence, problem-solving, Many transferable skills are communication and time management. cultivated: critical understanding, Students explore creative career paths after independence, problem-solving, studying A Level Textiles, including degrees in communication and time Fashion and Costume Design, Textiles, Knit management. Students explore Design and Contour. Students also pursue Art creative career paths after studying Foundation courses at various colleges. A Level Art, including degrees in Architecture, Graphic Design, Fine Art, Illustration, Game Design, Marketing and Advertising. Students Super-Curriculum also pursue Art Foundation courses at various colleges. Gallery and museum visits Competitions Guest speaker presentations Artist workshops Contact Arts leadership opportunities Mrs R Williams, Subject Leader for Art Dedicated sixth form art studio & Design Portfolio guidance [email protected] Technician support 02 03

ART: FINE ART ART: TEXTILE DESIGN A Level Units% of A LevelA Level Units % of A Level Component One: Personal Investigation Component One: Personal Investigation Learners should produce two elements: Learners should produce two elements: (120 marks) (120 marks) a) Portfolio of practical work showing their personal response to either a starting Non-exam a) Portfolio of practical work showing their personal response to either a starting Non-exam 60% 60% point, brief, scenario or stimulus, devised and provided by the centre/ learner point, brief, scenario or stimulus, devised and provided by the centre/ learner b) A related study: an extended response of a guided minimum of 1000 words b) A related study: an extended response of a guided minimum of 1000 words Component Two: Externally Set Task Component Two: Externally Set Task a) The early release paper will be issued on February 1st and will provide aa) The early release paper will be issued on February 1st and will provide a (80 marks) (80 marks) number of themes, each with a range of written and visual starting points, briefs 15 Hour Exam number of themes, each with a range of written and visual starting points, briefs 15 Hour Exam 40% 40% and stimuli and stimuli b) A response should be based on one of the optionsb) A response should be based on one of the options Subject Specific Course OutlineSuper-CurriculumCourse Outline Entry Requirements This exciting and challenging course encourages students to build Gallery and museum visitsThis exciting and challenging course encourages students to build on the artistic skills, knowledge, and understanding acquired at Competitions on the artistic skills, knowledge, and understanding acquired at 6 or equivalent in Art or an Art related GCSE. Through a series of practical projects, students will develop Guest speaker presentationsGCSE. Through a series of practical projects, students will develop subject at GCSE. their intellectual, imaginative and creative capabilities. They will Artist workshopstheirintellectual, imaginative and creative capabilities. They will demonstrate their aesthetic understanding and communication Arts leadership opportunitiesdemonstrate their aesthetic understanding and communication High levels of motivation and creativity skills through drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, digital Dedicated sixth form art studioskills through drawing, painting, printmaking, digital media, fabric are essential as students are expected media and critical analysis. Students are introduced to A Level Art Portfolio guidance manipulation and critical analysis. Students are introduced to A to undertake a considerable amount via an extensive range of workshops, teaching them new skills, Technician supportLevel Art via an extensive range of workshops, teaching them new of independent study. processes and techniques o enable them to make guided skills, processes and techniques to enable them to make guided decisions during their personal investigation. Students undertake decisions during their personal investigation. a short-written investigation for their chosen topic – this piece of Contact Subject Specific extended writing is excellent evidence for University applications. Students undertake a short-written investigation for their chosen Entry Requirements Mrs R Williams, Subject Leader for Art & topic – this piece of extended writing is excellent evidence for Year 12 students also have the unique opportunity to take an Design [email protected] University applications. 6 or equivalent in Art or an Art related additional AS in Art over the year to further enhance their skillset subject at GCSE. (100% portfolio). Careers High levels of motivation and creativity are essential as students are expected Many transferable skills are cultivated during Careers to undertake a considerable amount the course: critical understanding, of independent study. independence, problem-solving, Many transferable skills are communication and time management. cultivated: critical understanding, Students explore creative career paths after independence, problem-solving, studying A Level Textiles, including degrees in communication and time Fashion and Costume Design, Textiles, Knit management. Students explore Design and Contour. Students also pursue Art creative career paths after studying Foundation courses at various colleges. A Level Art, including degrees in Architecture, Graphic Design, Fine Art, Illustration, Game Design, Marketing and Advertising. Students Super-Curriculum also pursue Art Foundation courses at various colleges. Gallery and museum visits Competitions Guest speaker presentations Artist workshops Contact Arts leadership opportunities Mrs R Williams, Subject Leader for ArtDedicated sixth form art studio & Design Portfolio guidance [email protected] support 02 03

BIOLOGY BUSINESS A Level Units Results A Level Units % of A Level We are very proud that our Biology results in 2023 Paper 1 Marketing, people and global business 35% were in the top 25% in the country for adding value, Module 1: Development of practical skills in Biology in terms of student progress at A Level compared Paper 2 Business activities, decisions and strategy 35% Module 2: Foundation in Biology to their GCSE grades. These excellent grades are Module 3: Exchange and transport possible because our Biology teachers have Paper 3 Investigating business in a competition environment 30% Module 4: Biodiversity, evolution and disease excellent subject knowledge and have an intimate Module 5: Communication, homeostasis and energy understanding of the OCR course. We are keen that business students are able to apply the concepts Module 6: Genetics, evolution and ecosystems Super-Curriculum studied during the course to real-life. Students have the opportunity %A* %A*-A %A*-B %A*-C %A*-D %A*-E to think critically, analyse data, investigate current issues, and to 12 35 50 72 91 99 The business team hope that improve numerical skills. Students may even use these skills to start students develop a life-long passion their own business. for the subject and therefore provide a range of extra-curricular activities Course Outline Course Outline Subject Specific to support this wider interest through Study Biology at A Level and you will learn how the eye sends an Do you see yourself as the next Sir Alan Sugar or maybe a Dragon? Are opportunities such as visits to Entry Requirements electrical impulse to the brain, which areas of the brain process you interested in running your own business? What about going Brussels, New York and Amsterdam, 6 or equivalent in Biology or 6-6 the information, therefore allowing you to understand this global and following in the footsteps of Sir Richard Branson and The Institute of Chartered Combined Sciences at GCSE and 6 otherwise meaningless collection of random shapes that we call Virgin? Accountants in England and Wales, or equivalent in Mathematics. letters and words. BASE Game, Tenner Challenge, The last two decades have seen a revolution in attitudes to Investor Challenge as well as a visit AS or Core Maths recommended The OCR Biology specification covers a wide range of exciting and entrepreneurial activity and the development of globalisation. As a to Jaguar-Landrover. alongside DRHS 3. interesting topics. If you have ever wondered how your heart result, Business has become one of the fastest growing A Levels, keeps beating when you sleep, how plants grow towards the light offering students an opportunity to find out how real businesses Contact or fundamental principles of how cells work, then this is the course organise themselves to achieve a wide range of objectives in a highly for you. If you don’t know what the liver does or are intrigued by competitive global economy. Super-Curriculum Mr D Edwards, Subject Leader for how red blood cells work, then this is the course for you. Learn how Business & Economics Students are given the opportunity plants can literally create food from thin air and how forensic Students will learn about risk, what makes a successful entrepreneur, [email protected] to take part in the many different scientists can catch a criminal with even the smallest sample of financing a business, marketing, human resource management, activities, including: DNA. organising business operations, strategic decision making, Intermediate Biology Olympiad investment appraisal and the global environment, and much, much during Year 12 The course is demanding but rewarding and students considering more. Biology Olympiad during Year 13 Biology A Level must be prepared to work independently to Sixth form students have run the regularly consolidate their learning or review their understanding. A Level Business uses real business case studies as its foundation. school’s Dissection Club, Stem Additionally, students will be expected to complete some club and Vet club, which gives preparatory tasks in advance of studying a topic in lessons. To Business is taught by experienced teachers with a track record of younger students the opportunity help students with the transition from GCSE to A Level, we have success. Delivery is via taught lessons using current business to complete dissections and created a check list for each topic, so that students can manage examples, up-to-date texts, as well as group and individual research other investigative practical the tasks they need to completely independently outside of to consolidate application of knowledge. Students will also be work. lessons. For more details, please see the document linked to this stretched using thinking hard strategies, as well as a focus on page - A Level Biology expectations. metacognition which will aid students in becoming more aware of their own learning needs. Fieldwork A field trip has now become an integral part of the Contact course. Students will get the opportunity to study ecology in Careers action, bringing to life aspects of the course that would otherwise Dr Julia Scott, Subject Leader for Studying Business can lead students into many interesting careers be difficult to visualise. Biology [email protected] such as finance, banking, running your own business, HR, operations management and marketing. Careers Studying Biology can lead students into a variety of possible Subject Specific careers, including: Entry Requirements Medicine, Forensics, Dentistry Veterinary medicine, Pharmaceutical, Agricultural sciences 6 or equivalent in Mathematics or Business Studies at GCSE. Food sciences, Dietetics Biotechnology, Genetics Core Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. Environmental sciences, Conservation, Botany A Level Business students need to have good communication skills and be confident using numbers. 04 05

BIOLOGY BUSINESS A Level UnitsResultsA Level Units % of A Level We are very proud that our Biology results in 2023Paper 1 Marketing, people and global business 35% were in the top 25% in the country for adding value, Module 1: Development of practical skills in Biology in terms of student progress at A Level comparedPaper 2 Business activities, decisions and strategy35% Module 2: Foundation in Biology to their GCSE grades. These excellent grades are Module 3: Exchange and transport possible because our Biology teachers havePaper 3 Investigating business in a competition environment30% Module 4: Biodiversity, evolution and diseaseexcellent subject knowledge and have an intimate Module 5: Communication, homeostasis and energyunderstanding of the OCR course. We are keen that business students are able to apply the concepts Module 6: Genetics, evolution and ecosystems Super-Curriculum studied during the course to real-life. Students have the opportunity %A* %A*-A %A*-B %A*-C %A*-D %A*-E to think critically, analyse data, investigate current issues, and to 12 35 50 72 91 99 The business team hope that improve numerical skills. Students may even use these skills to start students develop a life-long passion their own business. for the subject and therefore provide a range of extra-curricular activities Course OutlineCourse Outline Subject Specific to support this wider interest through Study Biology at A Level and you will learn how the eye sends anDo you see yourself as the next Sir Alan Sugar or maybe a Dragon? Are opportunities such as visits to Entry Requirements electrical impulse to the brain, which areas of the brain processyou interested in running your own business? What about going Brussels, New York and Amsterdam, 6 or equivalent in Biology or 6-6 the information, therefore allowing you to understand thisglobal and following in the footsteps of Sir Richard Branson and The Institute of Chartered Combined Sciences at GCSE and 6 otherwise meaningless collection of random shapes that we callVirgin? Accountants in England and Wales, or equivalent in Mathematics. letters and words. BASE Game, Tenner Challenge, The last two decades have seen a revolution in attitudes to Investor Challenge as well as a visit AS or Core Maths recommended The OCR Biology specification covers a wide range of exciting andentrepreneurial activity and the development of globalisation. As a to Jaguar-Landrover. alongside DRHS 3. interesting topics. If you have ever wondered how your heartresult, Business has become one of the fastest growing A Levels, keeps beating when you sleep, how plants grow towards the lightoffering students an opportunity to find out how real businesses Contact or fundamental principles of how cells work, then this is the courseorganise themselves to achieve a wide range of objectives in a highly for you. If you don’t know what the liver does or are intrigued bycompetitive global economy. Super-Curriculum Mr D Edwards, Subject Leader for how red blood cells work, then this is the course for you. Learn how Business & Economics Students are given the opportunity plants can literally create food from thin air and how forensicStudents will learn about risk, what makes a successful entrepreneur, [email protected] to take part in the many different scientists can catch a criminal with even the smallest sample offinancing a business, marketing, human resource management, activities, including: DNA. organising business operations, strategic decision making, Intermediate Biology Olympiad investment appraisal and the global environment, and much, much during Year 12 The course is demanding but rewarding and students consideringmore. Biology Olympiad during Year 13 Biology A Level must be prepared to work independently to Sixth form students have run the regularly consolidate their learning or review their understanding.A Level Business uses real business case studies as its foundation. school’s Dissection Club, Stem Additionally, students will be expected to complete some club and Vet club, which gives preparatory tasks in advance of studying a topic in lessons. ToBusiness is taught by experienced teachers with a track record of younger students the opportunity help students with the transition from GCSE to A Level, we havesuccess. Delivery is via taught lessons using current business to complete dissections and created a check list for each topic, so that students can manageexamples, up-to-date texts, as well as group and individual research other investigative practical the tasks they need to completely independently outside ofto consolidate application of knowledge. Students will also be work. lessons. For more details, please see the document linked to thisstretched using thinking hard strategies, as well as a focus on page - A Level Biology expectations. metacognition which will aid students in becoming more aware of their own learning needs. Fieldwork A field trip has now become an integral part of the Contact course. Students will get the opportunity to study ecology in Careers action, bringing to life aspects of the course that would otherwiseDr Julia Scott, Subject Leader for Studying Business can lead students into many interesting careers be difficult to visualise.Biology [email protected] such as finance, banking, running your own business, HR, operations management and marketing. Careers Studying Biology can lead students into a variety of possible Subject Specific careers, including: Entry Requirements Medicine, Forensics, Dentistry Veterinary medicine, Pharmaceutical, Agricultural sciences 6 or equivalent in Mathematics or Business Studies at GCSE. Food sciences, Dietetics Biotechnology, Genetics Core Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. Environmental sciences, Conservation, Botany A Level Business students need to have good communication skills and be confident using numbers. 04 05

CHEMISTRY COMPUTER SCIENCE A Level Units % of A Level A Level Units % of A Level Paper 1 Periodic Table, Elements and Physical Chemistry 37% Computer Systems (written exam) 40% Paper 2 Synthesis and Analytical Techniques 37% Algorithms and programming (written exam) 40% Paper 3 Unified Chemistry 26% Programming Project (non-exam assessment) 20% Practical Endorsement in Chemistry: Reported Non exam assessment whereby students complete a minimum of 12 practical activities separately and demonstrate their practical competence. Subject Specific Course Outline Course Outline Super-Curriculum Entry Requirements Studying Chemistry at DRHS will develop your interest in, and Computer Science builds on the skills developed at GCSE. It The school has been runners-up in enthusiasm for this fascinating subject. Staff enable students to build continues to provide insight into, and experience of how computer the Schools Cyber Challenge on their existing knowledge from GCSE and develop their science works, stimulating your curiosity and encouraging you to Competition and we will continue to 6 or equivalent in Chemistry or 6-6 understanding of different areas of Chemistry and how they relate to engage with computer science in your everyday life. enter this competition. You will be Combined Sciences at GCSE and 6 each other. The OCR Chemistry A specification offers a content-led able to help run the Year 8 Cyber or equivalent in Mathematics. approach covering a wide variety of key chemical concepts. We The main elements are: Day within school and also be able focus on areas such as the key foundations of Chemistry from Problem solving using computers to help lower years with their AS or Core Maths recommended atomic structure and the development of key scientific theories over Emphasis on computer programming and algorithms programming challenges. alongside DRHS 3. time to organic molecules and how they can be synthesised and Emphasis on the mathematical skills used to express modified to make new and useful materials from pharmaceuticals to computational laws and processes e.g. Boolean algebra/logic We have many links with companies AS or A Level Maths recommended flavourings. and comparison of the complexity of algorithms supporting your learning. for DRHS 4. Chemistry is a practical subject and as such key theoretical ideas In Year 13, you will produce a programming project of your choice, covered throughout the course are reinforced through practical that allows you to demonstrate your analytical and programming experiments wherever possible enabling students to become well- skills. rounded chemists with a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of key scientific methods and techniques. Super-Curriculum Students are given opportunities to develop their practical Careers Contact confidence and competence allowing them to synthesise important STEM Club Mr M Waller, Subject Leader for organic compounds like paracetamol and identify substances from As well as being a very interesting and important degree subject Preparation lessons for medicine, Computer Science a set of unknown compounds. in its own right and leading to a variety of careers, A Level dentistry and veterinary [email protected] Computer Science is a vital building block for many other medicine The course is assessed through terminal exams at the end of the subjects. A typical university course in medicine, geography, Mentoring of KS3 and GCSE second year of the course. The assessment of practical skills is done science, psychology, economics and engineering, for example, will students in Chemistry via the Practical Endorsement throughout the duration of the course use knowledge and techniques covered in A level Computer and reported separately to the A-Level grade as a Pass/Fail. Science. The problem solving and computation thinking are skills that are transferable to all situations in life. Contact Careers Many companies will sponsor you through Computer Science degrees at university as there is a local and global demand for Chemistry is an essential subject for further study of chemical Mrs L Head, Associate Senior Leader computer scientists and there is currently an imbalance with sciences as well as for pharmacy, veterinary science, medicine, Science & STEM more men being involved in the industry. Companies are now forensics and dentistry. An A-Level in Chemistry is also highly [email protected] trying to help redress this difference. desirable for a wide range of courses including biological or physical sciences, environmental science, geology and psychology. The skills provided by completing in A-Level in Chemistry are Subject Specific transferable, making this a wellrecognised qualification in the world of work. There are also many exciting opportunities to study Entry Requirements Chemistry as part of a joint or combined honours degree, or as part of a sandwich course with a year in industry or in another country. 6 or equivalent in Mathematics or Computer Science at GCSE. 06 07

CHEMISTRY COMPUTER SCIENCE A Level Units% of A Level A Level Units % of A Level Paper 1 Periodic Table, Elements and Physical Chemistry 37%Computer Systems (written exam) 40% Paper 2 Synthesis and Analytical Techniques37%Algorithms and programming (written exam) 40% Paper 3 Unified Chemistry26%Programming Project (non-exam assessment) 20% Practical Endorsement in Chemistry: Reported Non exam assessment whereby students complete a minimum of 12 practical activities separately and demonstrate their practical competence. Subject Specific Course OutlineCourse Outline Super-Curriculum Entry Requirements Studying Chemistry at DRHS will develop your interest in, andComputer Science builds on the skills developed at GCSE. ItThe school has been runners-up in enthusiasm for this fascinating subject. Staff enable students to buildcontinues to provide insight into, and experience of how computerthe Schools Cyber Challenge on their existing knowledge from GCSE and develop theirscience works, stimulating your curiosity and encouraging you toCompetition and we will continue to 6 or equivalent in Chemistry or 6-6 understanding of different areas of Chemistry and how they relate toengage with computer science in your everyday life. enter this competition. You will be Combined Sciences at GCSE and 6 each other. The OCR Chemistry A specification offers a content-led able to help run the Year 8 Cyber or equivalent in Mathematics. approach covering a wide variety of key chemical concepts. WeThe main elements are:Day within school and also be able focus on areas such as the key foundations of Chemistry fromProblem solving using computersto help lower years with their AS or Core Maths recommended atomic structure and the development of key scientific theories overEmphasis on computer programming and algorithmsprogramming challenges. alongside DRHS 3. time to organic molecules and how they can be synthesised andEmphasis on the mathematical skills used to express modified to make new and useful materials from pharmaceuticals tocomputational laws and processes e.g. Boolean algebra/logicWe have many links with companies AS or A Level Maths recommended flavourings. and comparison of the complexity of algorithms supporting your learning. for DRHS 4. Chemistry is a practical subject and as such key theoretical ideasIn Year 13, you will produce a programming project of your choice, covered throughout the course are reinforced through practicalthat allows you to demonstrate your analytical and programming experiments wherever possible enabling students to become well-skills. rounded chemists with a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of key scientific methods and techniques. Super-Curriculum Students are given opportunities to develop their practical Careers Contact confidence and competence allowing them to synthesise important STEM Club Mr M Waller, Subject Leader for organic compounds like paracetamol and identify substances from As well as being a very interesting and important degree subject Preparation lessons for medicine, Computer Science a set of unknown compounds. in its own right and leading to a variety of careers, A Level dentistry and veterinary [email protected] Computer Science is a vital building block for many other medicine The course is assessed through terminal exams at the end of the subjects. A typical university course in medicine, geography, Mentoring of KS3 and GCSE second year of the course. The assessment of practical skills is done science, psychology, economics and engineering, for example, will students in Chemistry via the Practical Endorsement throughout the duration of the course use knowledge and techniques covered in A level Computer and reported separately to the A-Level grade as a Pass/Fail. Science. The problem solving and computation thinking are skills that are transferable to all situations in life. Contact Careers Many companies will sponsor you through Computer Science degrees at university as there is a local and global demand for Chemistry is an essential subject for further study of chemicalMrs L Head, Associate Senior Leader computer scientists and there is currently an imbalance with sciences as well as for pharmacy, veterinary science, medicine,Science & STEM more men being involved in the industry. Companies are now forensics and dentistry. An A-Level in Chemistry is also [email protected] trying to help redress this difference. desirable for a wide range of courses including biological or physical sciences, environmental science, geology and psychology. The skills provided by completing in A-Level in Chemistry are Subject Specific transferable, making this a wellrecognised qualification in the world of work. There are also many exciting opportunities to study Entry Requirements Chemistry as part of a joint or combined honours degree, or as part of a sandwich course with a year in industry or in another country.6 or equivalent in Mathematics or Computer Science at GCSE. 06 07

CORE MATHEMATICS ECONOMICS A Level Units % of AS Level A Level Units % of A Level Unit 1 Markets and Business Behaviour 35% Paper 1 Data Analysis, Finance, Estimation & Modelling (1.5 hours, 60 marks) 50% Unit 2 The National and Global Economy 35% Paper 2A Statistical Techniques (1.5 hours, 60 marks) 50% Unit 3 Microeconomics and Macroeconomics 30% This is a Level 3 qualification which is equivalent to an AS qualification. It is designed to run alongside 3 A Levels The Economics Team aims to inspire the next generation of economists. We want our students to become to develop student’s mathematical skill-set beyond GCSE and to support the Maths content embedded within economists and develop skills which will allow them to challenge assumptions, to think critically, to their other subjects. communicate effectively, to pose questions, to solve problems and to teach others about economics. Subject Specific Entry Course Outline Careers Course Outline Studying Core Maths helps students develop Core Maths has been designed with the support and Interested in learning about how the UK economy Requirements their quantitative and problem-solving skills. help of employers and universities to suit students with works? Want to know what impact Brexit has had There is a strong focus on mathematical a range of grades at GCSE mathematics and provide on the UK economy? Want to understand what 6 or equivalent in Mathematics or Economics at GCSE. reasoning and the practical application of them with the quantitative skills needed in a wide inflation is and how it affects you? AS or Core Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. mathematics and statistics. It enables students range of jobs. It is valuable preparation for the to use mathematics to deepen their quantitative skills needed for many degree and higher- Economics is an academic subject that is held in Economics A Level is available for new students to take understanding of the world around them and to degree apprenticeship courses, particularly subjects high regard by major universities. As a subject it as well as students who have completed a GCSE in support them to make the best decisions. such as Psychology, Geography, Business-related combines well with both the Arts and Science Economics. Success in Core Maths depends on students courses, Sports and Social Sciences, and Natural disciplines. The course is rigorous in its approach committing to learning through collaboration Science courses that do not require AS/A Mathematics. so a taste for mathematical-type reasoning is and problem solving – both vital for future Many universities and apprenticeships are offering useful although the mathematical content of the Super-Curriculum studies and work. lower grade requirements to students wanting to study course is low. The Economics team hope that students develop a life- one of these subjects who have gained a Core Maths long passion for the subject and therefore provide a The main content of Core Maths includes: qualification. In the study of microeconomics students will learn range of extra-curricular activities to supportthis how markets operate, why they fail, what widerinterest through opportunities such as visits to Financial Maths A Level subjects such as Biology, Psychology, governments can do to intervene, the nature of Brussels, New York and Amsterdam, the Institute of Statistics & Probability Geography, Economics, Business Studies and P.E competition amongstfirms and how firms make Chartered Accountants BASE Game, CORE Schools Critical Analysis require application of Mathematics to their subjects pricing and output decisions. In the study of Economics Video Competition, Bank of England Modelling using spreadsheets with a range of 10 – 20% of their specifications including macroeconomics students will learn about key competitions and a visit to Jaguar-Landrover. Estimation Maths skills. Core Maths willsupport progress and government objectives in the economy and attainment within these subjects. In a nutshell…Core policies to control unemployment, inflation, With this course we have the flexibility to create Maths will help to open many doors to your future! interest rates, exchange rates and economic personalised pathways for students to ensure growth. Students will develop an understanding of Contact the topics they cover are linked to their other economic models and apply these to the UK and Mr D Edwards, Subject Leader for Business & Economics subjects. Students who have future interests in the global economy as they examine the UK’s [email protected] Computing, Economics and Business will have economic relationships with other countries. Super-Curriculum the opportunity to deepen their understanding of concepts such as modelling and critical path Students will be taught by experienced teachers We run a KS5 Maths trip to Florence or Athens at analysis, whilst students with a passion for areas with a track record ofsuccess. Delivery is via October half term. involving data analysis will have the opportunity taught lessons using current economic data, up- to focus more on application of statistics. Core to-date texts, as well as group and individual There will be opportunities to attend STEM inspiration Maths will be studied in a single year, examined research to consolidate application of knowledge. lectures and take part in STEM competitions through in May of Year 12 and can be taken alongside Students will also be stretched using thinking hard the year. three A levels. strategies, as well as a focus on metacognition which will aid students in becoming more aware of their own learning needs. Contact Subject Specific Entry Careers Miss M Adamson, Subject Leader for Mathematics Requirements Studying Economics can lead students into a [email protected] variety of careers: banking, finance, accountancy, 5 or equivalent in Maths at law, stocks and shares, investment banking and GCSE. many more. 08 09

CORE MATHEMATICS ECONOMICS A Level Units% of AS LevelA Level Units % of A Level Unit 1 Markets and Business Behaviour 35% Paper 1 Data Analysis, Finance, Estimation & Modelling(1.5 hours, 60 marks) 50% Unit 2 The National and Global Economy 35% Paper 2A Statistical Techniques(1.5 hours, 60 marks) 50% Unit 3 Microeconomics and Macroeconomics 30% This is a Level 3 qualification which is equivalent to an AS qualification. It is designed to run alongside 3 A LevelsThe Economics Team aims to inspire the next generation of economists. We want our students to become to develop student’s mathematical skill-set beyond GCSE and to support the Maths content embedded withineconomists and develop skills which will allow them to challenge assumptions, to think critically, to their other subjects.communicate effectively, to pose questions, to solve problems and to teach others about economics. Subject Specific Entry Course OutlineCareersCourse Outline Studying Core Maths helps students developCore Maths has been designed with the support andInterested in learning about how the UK economy Requirements their quantitative and problem-solving skills.help of employers and universities to suit students withworks? Want to know what impact Brexit has had There is a strong focus on mathematicala range of grades at GCSE mathematics and provideon the UK economy? Want to understand what 6 or equivalent in Mathematics or Economics at GCSE. reasoning and the practical application ofthem with the quantitative skills needed in a wideinflation is and how it affects you? AS or Core Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. mathematics and statistics. It enables studentsrange of jobs. It is valuable preparation for the to use mathematics to deepen theirquantitative skills needed for many degree and higher-Economics is an academic subject that is held in Economics A Level is available for new students to take understanding of the world around them and todegree apprenticeship courses, particularly subjectshigh regard by major universities. As a subject it as well as students who have completed a GCSE in support them to make the best decisions.such as Psychology, Geography, Business-relatedcombines well with both the Arts and Science Economics. Success in Core Maths depends on studentscourses, Sports and Social Sciences, and Naturaldisciplines. The course is rigorous in its approach committing to learning through collaborationScience courses that do not require AS/A Mathematics.so a taste for mathematical-type reasoning is and problem solving – both vital for futureMany universities and apprenticeships are offeringuseful although the mathematical content of the Super-Curriculum studies and work. lower grade requirements to students wanting to studycourse is low. The Economics team hope that students develop a life- one of these subjects who have gained a Core Maths long passion for the subject and therefore provide a The main content of Core Maths includes: qualification. In the study of microeconomics students will learn range of extra-curricular activities to supportthis how markets operate, why they fail, what widerinterest through opportunities such as visits to Financial MathsA Level subjects such as Biology, Psychology,governments can do to intervene, the nature of Brussels, New York and Amsterdam, the Institute of Statistics & ProbabilityGeography, Economics, Business Studies and P.Ecompetition amongstfirms and how firms make Chartered Accountants BASE Game, CORE Schools Critical Analysisrequire application of Mathematics to their subjectspricing and output decisions. In the study of Economics Video Competition, Bank of England Modelling using spreadsheets with a range of 10 – 20% of their specifications includingmacroeconomics students will learn about key competitions and a visit to Jaguar-Landrover. EstimationMaths skills. Core Maths willsupport progress andgovernment objectives in the economy and attainment within these subjects. In a nutshell…Corepolicies to control unemployment, inflation, With this course we have the flexibility to createMaths will help to open many doors to your future! interest rates, exchange rates and economic personalised pathways for students to ensuregrowth. Students will develop an understanding of Contact the topics they cover are linked to their othereconomic models and apply these to the UK and Mr D Edwards, Subject Leader for Business & Economics subjects. Students who have future interests inthe global economy as they examine the UK’s [email protected] Computing, Economics and Business will haveeconomic relationships with other countries. Super-Curriculum the opportunity to deepen their understanding of concepts such as modelling and critical pathStudents will be taught by experienced teachers We run a KS5 Maths trip to Florence or Athens at analysis, whilst students with a passion for areaswith a track record ofsuccess. Delivery is via October half term. involving data analysis will have the opportunitytaught lessons using current economic data, up- to focus more on application of statistics. Coreto-date texts, as well as group and individual There will be opportunities to attend STEM inspiration Maths will be studied in a single year, examinedresearch to consolidate application of knowledge. lectures and take part in STEM competitions through in May of Year 12 and can be taken alongsideStudents will also be stretched using thinking hard the year. three A levels. strategies, as well as a focus on metacognition which will aid students in becoming more aware of their own learning needs. ContactSubject Specific Entry Careers Miss M Adamson, Subject Leader for Mathematics Requirements Studying Economics can lead students into a [email protected] variety of careers: banking, finance, accountancy, 5 or equivalent in Maths at law, stocks and shares, investment banking and GCSE. many more. 08 09

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENGLISH LITERATURE A Level Units % of A Level A Level Units % of A Level Unit 1 Language, the Individual and Society 40% Unit 1 Shakespeare Drama and poetry pre-1900 40% Hamlet, A Doll’s House by Henrik Ibsen and the poetry of Christina Rossetti Unit 2 Language Diversity and Change 40% Unit 2 Comparative and contextual study - Dystopian Fiction Unit 3 Non Examination Assessment: Language in Action 20% Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell and The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. 40% Secondary texts include Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, The Road by Cormac McCarthy and Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. Unit 3 Literature post-1900 Course Outline Super-Curriculum Coursework- Women in Literature Ariel by Sylvia Plath, Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi 20% Adichie and The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams English Language A Level at Denmark Road High School is Some examples include: lectures; both exciting and challenging asit provides students with an involvement with an online school opportunity to explore language as a vital social tool; one that newspaper; debating in the ESU School’s Course Outline Subject Specific is technical, functional and expressive. English Language Public Speaking Competition; mentoring encourages students to develop an informed and technical lower school students; National Writing Entry Requirements English Literature A Level is a brilliant course, providing genuine response to language data and theoretical concepts competitions; leading involvement in excitement and academic challenge. It gives students the opportunity alongside the development of a students written ability. House Drama and House English; reading to pursue their own reading tastes and to experience a wide range of 6 or equivalent in English Literature at and literary societies (both student and writing from Shakespeare right up to the very best of contemporary, GCSE. Throughout the A Level course, independent wider reading teacher led). 21st Century literature. We encourage all of our students to develop an and exploration of the subject is vital as the course informed personal response to what they have read, based on close encourages students to develop their critical and conceptual analysis, independent thinking and class discussion. Throughout the A thinking skills. The A Level coursework provides the Level course, independent wider reading is an essential element, as is opportunity for students to develop their skills of data Contact Subject Specific the need to place texts in their social and historical context. Students collection and analysis in an area of language thatis of will also develop their critical and conceptual thinking skills, applying Entry Requirements Mr D Beard, Associate Senior Leader particular interest to them. literary theoretical approaches to the reading of a text, and analysing English & Drama a text in response to literary criticism. 6 or equivalent in English Language at [email protected] The A Level course develops a student’s deep knowledge of GCSE. Lexis and Semantics, Grammar and Syntax, Discourse, The A Level coursework provides the opportunity for students to Pragmatics and Phonology that isthen used to understand develop their independent research and extended essay writing skills. the complexities of Language within Gender and Society, as In addition to the teacher-guided study of set texts, the ‘Comparative well as Language across time and Child Language and Contextual’ exam component enables students to choose their Development. Contact own texts and independently explore the fascinating genre of dystopian fiction. Mrs H Kowalewski, [email protected] Careers Careers Employers recognise that an applicant with an A Level in English Literature will be a good Employers recognise that an applicant communicator. The course can be a valuable with an A Level in English Language will support to other essay subjects but can also be a good communicator with a well be an enjoyable contrast with Science or developed writing style. The course can Mathematics. A degree in English Literature is a be a valuable support to other essay springboard into many careers, such as those based subjects but can also be an in the media, publishing, advertising, enjoyable contrast with Science or management, education and public relations. Mathematics. A degree in English Language is a springboard into many Super-Curriculum careers, such as linguistics and speech therapy, education, journalism, We pride ourselves on the wide range of publishing, advertising and public enrichment opportunities available in the relations. department, including: Sixth Form reading groups; the Monica Sims Essay Prize; Literature Society; the DRHS Poetry Competition; mentoring lower school students; National writing competitions, to name a few. 10 11

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENGLISH LITERATURE A Level Units% of A LevelA Level Units % of A Level Unit 1 Language, the Individual and Society40%Unit 1 Shakespeare Drama and poetry pre-1900 40% Hamlet, A Doll’s House by Henrik Ibsen and the poetry of Christina Rossetti Unit 2 Language Diversity and Change40% Unit 2 Comparative and contextual study - Dystopian Fiction Unit 3 Non Examination Assessment: Language in Action20%Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell and The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. 40% Secondary texts include Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, The Road by Cormac McCarthy and Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. Unit 3 Literature post-1900 Course OutlineSuper-Curriculum Coursework- Women in Literature Ariel by Sylvia Plath, Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi 20% Adichie and The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams English Language A Level at Denmark Road High School is Some examples include: lectures; both exciting and challenging asit provides students with an involvement with an online school opportunity to explore language as a vital social tool; one that newspaper; debating in the ESU School’s Course Outline Subject Specific is technical, functional and expressive. English Language Public Speaking Competition; mentoring encourages students to develop an informed and technical lower school students; National Writing Entry Requirements English Literature A Level is a brilliant course, providing genuine response to language data and theoretical concepts competitions; leading involvement in excitement and academic challenge. It gives students the opportunity alongside the development of a students written ability. House Drama and House English; reading to pursue their own reading tastes and to experience a wide range of 6 or equivalent in English Literature at and literary societies (both student and writing from Shakespeare right up to the very best of contemporary, GCSE. Throughout the A Level course, independent wider reading teacher led). 21st Century literature. We encourage all of our students to develop an and exploration of the subject is vital as the course informed personal response to what they have read, based on close encourages students to develop their critical and conceptual analysis, independent thinking and class discussion. Throughout the A thinking skills. The A Level coursework provides the Level course, independent wider reading is an essential element, as is opportunity for students to develop their skills of data Contact Subject Specific the need to place texts in their social and historical context. Students collection and analysis in an area of language thatis of will also develop their critical and conceptual thinking skills, applying Entry Requirements Mr D Beard, Associate Senior Leader particular interest to them. literary theoretical approaches to the reading of a text, and analysing English & Drama a text in response to literary criticism. 6 or equivalent in English Language at [email protected] The A Level course develops a student’s deep knowledge of GCSE. Lexis and Semantics, Grammar and Syntax, Discourse, The A Level coursework provides the opportunity for students to Pragmatics and Phonology that isthen used to understand develop their independent research and extended essay writing skills. the complexities of Language within Gender and Society, as In addition to the teacher-guided study of set texts, the ‘Comparative well as Language across time and Child Language and Contextual’ exam component enables students to choose their Development. Contact own texts and independently explore the fascinating genre of dystopian fiction. Mrs H Kowalewski, [email protected] Careers Careers Employers recognise that an applicant with an A Level in English Literature will be a good Employers recognise that an applicant communicator. The course can be a valuable with an A Level in English Language will support to other essay subjects but can also be a good communicator with a well be an enjoyable contrast with Science or developed writing style. The course can Mathematics. A degree in English Literature is a be a valuable support to other essay springboard into many careers, such as those based subjects but can also be an in the media, publishing, advertising, enjoyable contrast with Science or management, education and public relations. Mathematics. A degree in English Language is a springboard into many Super-Curriculum careers, such as linguistics and speech therapy, education, journalism, We pride ourselves on the wide range of publishing, advertising and public enrichment opportunities available in the relations. department, including: Sixth Form reading groups; the Monica Sims Essay Prize; Literature Society; the DRHS Poetry Competition; mentoring lower school students; National writing competitions, to name a few. 10 11

ENGINEERING (WITH EPQ) EPQ Level 3 Extended Project Qualification – worth up to 28 UCAS points (equivalent to an AS level). New for September 2024 At Denmark Road we are delighted to be able to introduce for the first time an engineering option for interested students to study in Y12! This will give students the opportunity to learn engineering principles in taught lessons, Course Outline Careers as well as applying their knowledge to practical projects throughout the year (see Vibrant Experiences). The EPQ Course provides an exciting opportunity for An EPQ will help students to develop an This is not a formal qualification, but will allow students to build up an “engineering portfolio” to showcase students to go on a research journey. They will set invaluable range of extra study skills, themselves when applying for engineering courses or apprenticeships (including degree apprenticeships). themselves a challenging question and pursue their enabling them to prepare for both the own path to answer it. This can be a written academic demands of university work as well as future It will also allow students to complete a practical based Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), as well as essay or a practical product they make. The course employment. It is highly valued by higher potentially gaining Industrial Gold Cadets accreditation. involves both a taught skills element and extended education institutions, as it demonstrates a autonomous work by the students. The students are dedication to independent learning and is It will take up five lessons per fortnight, so should be taken alongside three other A-Level subjects (it will not be allocated an EPQ supervisor who meets with them at often included in offers made by institutions. feasible for students wishing to take four other traditional A-Levels due to time constraints). regular intervals to guide and supervise them with the It is also particularly useful for students who progress of their projects. opt for an EPQ project related to an area of future study, to help to substantiate evidence Course Outline Careers The taught skills lessons take place throughout Year 12 for their interest in a specific degree course. and focus on developing students’ ability in and Engineering is a fantastic blend of theoretical knowledge This is an excellent option for students understanding of the following areas: and practical skills. It takes concepts learned in subjects who are considering a career in such as Physics, Computing and Mathematics and applies engineering of any description – whether Super-Curriculum Research skills including the ability to search for and them to physical projects that will also develop design and that is through a higher education course identify suitable academic sources of information Access to home learning opportunities problem-solving skills. In addition to the theory and skills at University, or through an Skills/techniques that will be required for the safe (EPQ online courses on futurelearn.com) taught in lessons, the projects that students will be involved apprenticeship or degree apprenticeship. and effective execution of the project Outside speakers (University talks on in include: ICT skills that will enhance the production and/or benefits of EPQ) development of the extended project report Opportunity to access university and Greenpower challenge: students build and race an electric Subject Specific Entry Project management skills academic libraries to read cutting edge powered kit car! As part of this project, students will identify The format and structure of accepted academic research some area in which the standard design can be improved, Requirements forms of research report and complete a project based around this, and Referencing, the evaluation of sources and the implementing it into the car to improve performance, 6 or equivalent in GCSE Physics or 6-6 in prevention of plagiarism before trying it out at race days. Combined Science or minimum Grade 6 Presentation skills in GCSE Computing. Subject Specific EDT Engineering Project*: students are partnered with a Assessment is either in the form of a written academic local engineering company to come up with an engineering Entry Requirements If you are not taking A-Level/AS/Core report of 5,000 words or by creating an “artefact”, such solution to a real-world problem set by our mentors. For the Mathematics you must also have as a piece of art, accompanied by a short report 6 grades at 6 or equivalent. past three years we have been partnered with Mira achieved a minimum of a 6 in GCSE explaining how their research determined their decision Showers, and worked on projects relating to shower use, Mathematics. making. Every student is also required to complete a encouraging greater use of reusable menstrual cups, and production log, which outlines their project plans, their reducing water wasted in the home. management and progress of the project and how they Contact acted on the advice and support from their supervisors. Contact *In order to be formally entered into the EDT project and Mrs M Frampton, EPQ Coordinator Students have to reflect on each stage they undertake gain Industrial Gold Cadets accreditation there is a cost of Mr J Schofield, [email protected] whilst completing their projects and consider possible around £70-£80 per student – this includes all associated [email protected] ways to improve. The final component of the EPQ is an costs for the whole year, including visits and links with our Mr M Waller, [email protected] oral presentation, which also involves answering mentors, as well as a two-day University workshop and questions from an invited audience at the end to test residential to work on their project. understanding. https://www.etrust.org.uk/ic-gold-readmore Everyday Engineering: this is a national competition introduced by the Royal Academy of Engineering to “find the UK’s kitchen table engineers – people with ideas and innovations that could make or are making our daily lives more sustainable.” https://raeng.org.uk/ned-competition 12 13

ENGINEERING (WITH EPQ) EPQ Level 3 Extended Project Qualification – worth up to 28 UCAS points (equivalent to an AS level). New for September 2024 At Denmark Road we are delighted to be able to introduce for the first time an engineering option for interested students to study in Y12! This will give students the opportunity to learn engineering principles in taught lessons, Course OutlineCareers as well as applying their knowledge to practical projects throughout the year (see Vibrant Experiences). The EPQ Course provides an exciting opportunity forAn EPQ will help students to develop an This is not a formal qualification, but will allow students to build up an “engineering portfolio” to showcase students to go on a research journey. They will setinvaluable range of extra study skills, themselves when applying for engineering courses or apprenticeships (including degree apprenticeships). themselves a challenging question and pursue theirenabling them to prepare for both the own path to answer it. This can be a written academicdemands of university work as well as future It will also allow students to complete a practical based Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), as well as essay or a practical product they make. The courseemployment. It is highly valued by higher potentially gaining Industrial Gold Cadets accreditation. involves both a taught skills element and extendededucation institutions, as it demonstrates a autonomous work by the students. The students arededication to independent learning and is It will take up five lessons per fortnight, so should be taken alongside three other A-Level subjects (it will not be allocated an EPQ supervisor who meets with them atoften included in offers made by institutions. feasible for students wishing to take four other traditional A-Levels due to time constraints). regular intervals to guide and supervise them with theIt is also particularly useful for students who progress of their projects. opt for an EPQ project related to an area of future study, to help to substantiate evidence Course Outline Careers The taught skills lessons take place throughout Year 12for their interest in a specific degree course. and focus on developing students’ ability in and Engineering is a fantastic blend of theoretical knowledge This is an excellent option for students understanding of the following areas: and practical skills. It takes concepts learned in subjects who are considering a career in such as Physics, Computing and Mathematics and applies engineering of any description – whether Super-Curriculum Research skills including the ability to search for and them to physical projects that will also develop design and that is through a higher education course identify suitable academic sources of information Access to home learning opportunities problem-solving skills. In addition to the theory and skills at University, or through an Skills/techniques that will be required for the safe (EPQ online courses on futurelearn.com) taught in lessons, the projects that students will be involved apprenticeship or degree apprenticeship. and effective execution of the project Outside speakers (University talks on in include: ICT skills that will enhance the production and/or benefits of EPQ) development of the extended project report Opportunity to access university and Greenpower challenge: students build and race an electric Subject Specific Entry Project management skills academic libraries to read cutting edge powered kit car! As part of this project, students will identify The format and structure of accepted academic research some area in which the standard design can be improved, Requirements forms of research report and complete a project based around this, and Referencing, the evaluation of sources and the implementing it into the car to improve performance, 6 or equivalent in GCSE Physics or 6-6 in prevention of plagiarism before trying it out at race days. Combined Science or minimum Grade 6 Presentation skills in GCSE Computing. Subject Specific EDT Engineering Project*: students are partnered with a Assessment is either in the form of a written academic local engineering company to come up with an engineering Entry Requirements If you are not taking A-Level/AS/Core report of 5,000 words or by creating an “artefact”, such solution to a real-world problem set by our mentors. For the Mathematics you must also have as a piece of art, accompanied by a short report 6 grades at 6 or equivalent.past three years we have been partnered with Mira achieved a minimum of a 6 in GCSE explaining how their research determined their decision Showers, and worked on projects relating to shower use, Mathematics. making. Every student is also required to complete a encouraging greater use of reusable menstrual cups, and production log, which outlines their project plans, their reducing water wasted in the home. management and progress of the project and how they Contact acted on the advice and support from their supervisors. Contact *In order to be formally entered into the EDT project and Mrs M Frampton, EPQ Coordinator Students have to reflect on each stage they undertake gain Industrial Gold Cadets accreditation there is a cost of Mr J Schofield, [email protected] whilst completing their projects and consider possible around £70-£80 per student – this includes all associated [email protected] ways to improve. The final component of the EPQ is an costs for the whole year, including visits and links with our Mr M Waller, [email protected] oral presentation, which also involves answering mentors, as well as a two-day University workshop and questions from an invited audience at the end to test residential to work on their project. understanding. https://www.etrust.org.uk/ic-gold-readmore Everyday Engineering: this is a national competition introduced by the Royal Academy of Engineering to “find the UK’s kitchen table engineers – people with ideas and innovations that could make or are making our daily lives more sustainable.” https://raeng.org.uk/ned-competition 12 13

FURTHER MATHEMATICS FRENCH Paper A Level Units % of A Level A Level Units % of A Level Paper 1 9FM0/01 Core Pure Mathematics 1 (1.5 hours, 75 marks) 25% Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing 50% Paper 2 9FM0/02 Core Pure Mathematics 2 (1.5 hours, 75 marks) 25% Paper 3 9FM0/03 One from a choice of: Decision 1, Further Statistics 1, Further (1.5 hours, 75 marks) 25% Paper 2 Writing (Cultural topics) 20% Mechanics 1 or Further Pure 1 Paper 4 9FM0/04 One from a choice of: Further Statistics 1 or 2, Further Mechanics 1 Speaking exam 30% (1.5 hours, 75 marks) 25% or 2, Decision Mathematics 1 or 2 and Further Pure 2 Assessment: all papers sat at the end of the second year of the course. NB Students taking 3/4 other A levels can choose to take AS Further Mathematics in June of Year 12. There are two papers: Core Pure Mathematics (50%) and a Further Mathematics option (50%) and the course is taught alongside A level in Year 12. Course Outline Super-Curriculum Course Outline Super-Curriculum French in the Sixth Form is lively, interactive and challenging. We are organising a trip to Normandy for 3 days to introduce our students to Core Pure Mathematics 1 and 2 are compulsory units and are learnt We invite you to take part in the UK The course is based around the study of topics, which include the historical France: William the alongside Pure 1 and 2 in A level Mathematics. They include the new Senior Mathematics Challenge, and social issues and trends, and political and artistic culture. Conqueror (Bayeux Tapestry) and topics of proof, complex numbers, matrices, polar coordinates, Team Challenge. We recommend events of WW2. hyperbolics and differential equations, as well as further work on that you expand your subject Lessons are conducted mainly in French and practice algebra, functions, calculus and vectors. knowledge by delving into books such listening, speaking, reading and writing equally. Work experience is available during as Fermat’s Last Theorem or The half terms and the Easter holidays in a There is an element of choice for the remaining 50% of the course Codebook by Simon Singh or perhaps Resources include the internet, magazines, film, music, variety of French cities, in association which will be agreed with students nearer the time. E, the story of a number. by Eli Maor. literature, Kerboodle and internet sites such as tv5monde.fr. with Blue Stamp work experience. Decision Mathematics 1 covers an application of Mathematics that does not feature in the A level and includes algorithms, All students are encouraged to spend time in France during graph theory, critical path analysis and linear programming. their course and we assist them in finding work experience Subject Specific Building on statistics in the A level, Further Statistics 1 includes placements in Year 12. linear regression, discrete and continuous distributions, Entry Requirements Subject Specific correlation and hypothesis testing. This could be extended with Further Statistics 2 which focuses mainly on combining random 8 or equivalent in Maths at GCSE. Entry Requirements variables, estimation, confidence intervals and probability Careers generating functions. Level 2 Further Maths GCSE an 6 or equivalent in French at GCSE and Further Mechanics 1 develops the subject from A level by advantage. 6 or Equivalent in English Language. French is a highly respected A Level, which is accepted as a considering momentum, impulse, collisions, centres of mass, qualification for entry onto virtually all degree courses, energy, elastic strings and springs. Further Mechanics 2 goes on including the study of another language from “scratch”. to consider kinematics, dynamics, circular motions and rigid Contact bodies. Contact French is also available at university in combination with a Further Pure 1 and 2 are the most challenging units that really Miss M Adamson, Subject Leader for wide choice of other subjects. Employers are increasingly extend and deepen knowledge and skills in relation to calculus, Mathematics Mr V Groom, Director of Languages looking for applicants with language skills and the powers of differential equations, coordinate systems, matrices, complex [email protected] [email protected] analysis that language learning develops. numbers, series, numerical methods and inequalities. There is also a chance to meet new topics that also occur att university in French speakers are particularly sought after asit remains terms of number theory and groups. one of the most widespread languages in the world, with Careers speakers in Europe, Africa, the Americas and the Pacific. It is also an official language of many international organisations, Whilst not essential for all Mathematics degrees, the top universities such as the UN, the EU and the IOC. (including Oxford and Cambridge) strongly recommend the study of Further Mathematics. Studying Further Mathematics is definitely a significant advantage when embarking on a Mathematics degree as the course covers a lot of the first year of the degree course. Further Mathematics is also a particular advantage for students studying science and engineering at university. However, it is also a very interesting and exciting course in its own right and helps to develop skills that will enable studentsto think logically, analyse situations efficiently and make deductions from assumptions. In a nutshell ... A level Further Mathem. 14 15

FURTHER MATHEMATICS FRENCH Paper A Level Units % of A Level A Level Units% of A Level Paper 1 9FM0/01 Core Pure Mathematics 1 (1.5 hours, 75 marks) 25% Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing50% Paper 2 9FM0/02 Core Pure Mathematics 2 (1.5 hours, 75 marks) 25% Paper 3 9FM0/03 One from a choice of: Decision 1, Further Statistics 1, Further (1.5 hours, 75 marks) 25% Paper 2 Writing (Cultural topics)20% Mechanics 1 or Further Pure 1 Paper 4 9FM0/04 One from a choice of: Further Statistics 1 or 2, Further Mechanics 1 Speaking exam30% (1.5 hours, 75 marks) 25% or 2, Decision Mathematics 1 or 2 and Further Pure 2 Assessment: all papers sat at the end of the second year of the course. NB Students taking 3/4 other A levels can choose to take AS Further Mathematics in June of Year 12. There are two papers: Core Pure Mathematics (50%) and a Further Mathematics option (50%) and the course is taught alongside A level in Year 12. Course OutlineSuper-Curriculum Course Outline Super-Curriculum French in the Sixth Form is lively, interactive and challenging. We are organising a trip to Normandy for 3 days to introduce our students to Core Pure Mathematics 1 and 2 are compulsory units and are learnt We invite you to take part in the UK The course is based around the study of topics, which includethe historical France: William the alongside Pure 1 and 2 in A level Mathematics. They include the new Senior Mathematics Challenge, and social issues and trends, and political and artistic culture. Conqueror (Bayeux Tapestry) and topics of proof, complex numbers, matrices, polar coordinates, Team Challenge. We recommend events of WW2. hyperbolics and differential equations, as well as further work on that you expand your subject Lessons are conducted mainly in French and practice algebra, functions, calculus and vectors. knowledge by delving into books such listening, speaking, reading and writing equally. Work experience is available during as Fermat’s Last Theorem or The half terms and the Easter holidays in a There is an element of choice for the remaining 50% of the course Codebook by Simon Singh or perhaps Resources include the internet, magazines, film, music,variety of French cities, in association which will be agreed with students nearer the time. E, the story of a number. by Eli Maor. literature, Kerboodle and internet sites such as tv5monde.fr. with Blue Stamp work experience. Decision Mathematics 1 covers an application of Mathematics that does not feature in the A level and includes algorithms, All students are encouraged to spend time in France during graph theory, critical path analysis and linear programming. their course and we assist them in finding work experience Subject Specific Building on statistics in the A level, Further Statistics 1 includes placements in Year 12. linear regression, discrete and continuous distributions, Entry Requirements Subject Specific correlation and hypothesis testing. This could be extended with Further Statistics 2 which focuses mainly on combining random 8 or equivalent in Maths at GCSE. Entry Requirements variables, estimation, confidence intervals and probability Careers generating functions. Level 2 Further Maths GCSE an 6 or equivalent in French at GCSE and Further Mechanics 1 develops the subject from A level by advantage. 6 or Equivalent in English Language. French is a highly respected A Level, which is accepted as a considering momentum, impulse, collisions, centres of mass, qualification for entry onto virtually all degree courses, energy, elastic strings and springs. Further Mechanics 2 goes on including the study of another language from “scratch”. to consider kinematics, dynamics, circular motions and rigid Contact bodies. Contact French is also available at university in combination with a Further Pure 1 and 2 are the most challenging units that really Miss M Adamson, Subject Leader for wide choice of other subjects. Employers are increasingly extend and deepen knowledge and skills in relation to calculus, Mathematics Mr V Groom, Director of Languages looking for applicants with language skills and the powers of differential equations, coordinate systems, matrices, complex [email protected] [email protected] analysis that language learning develops. numbers, series, numerical methods and inequalities. There is also a chance to meet new topics that also occur att university in French speakers are particularly sought after asit remains terms of number theory and groups. one of the most widespread languages in the world, with Careers speakers in Europe, Africa, the Americas and the Pacific. It is also an official language of many international organisations, Whilst not essential for all Mathematics degrees, the top universities such as the UN, the EU and the IOC. (including Oxford and Cambridge) strongly recommend the study of Further Mathematics. Studying Further Mathematics is definitely a significant advantage when embarking on a Mathematics degree as the course covers a lot of the first year of the degree course. Further Mathematics is also a particular advantage for students studying science and engineering at university. However, it is also a very interesting and exciting course in its own right and helps to develop skills that will enable studentsto think logically, analyse situations efficiently and make deductions from assumptions. In a nutshell ... A level Further Mathem. 14 15

GEOGRAPHY GERMAN A Level Units % of A Level A Level Units % of A Level Physical Systems - Coastal landscapes, Earth’s life support system, including coasts 22% Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing 50% Human Interactions - Changing Spaces, Making Places, Global Migration and Human Rights 22% Paper 2 Writing (Cultural topics) 20% Geographical Debates - Hazardous Earth. Disease dilemmas 36% Speaking exam 30% Investigative Geography - Independent Investigation (Non-Examination Assessment) 20% Assessment: all papers sat at the end of the second year of the course. NB Students taking 3 other A levels can choose to take AS German in June of Year 12. There are three papers: Listening, reading and writing (45%), Writing (25%) and Speaking (30%) and the course is taught alongside A level in Year 12. Course Outline Super-Curriculum Course Outline Super-Curriculum Fieldwork is required to be undertaken for 4 days German at A Level builds on the knowledge, understanding and Support in finding work experience “I’ve never met such dedicated teachers. In throughout the A Level, to include both Physical and skills gained at GCSE. It constitutes an integrated study with a in Germany Geography the staff support you to achieve Human Geography subject matter. We will offer an focus on language, culture and society. Trips to language events around your very best, it was my favourite subject and I international trip in 2024. the country, including the Goethe am looking forward to studying it at university.” We foster a range of transferable skills in the subject, including Institut. The A Level allows students to study a communication, critical thinking, research skills and creativity. combination of scientific Geography alongside human interaction in preparation for their Subject Specific Students will develop their knowledge and understanding by using Subject Specific further studies and careers. A Level Geography authentic sources in German. Entry Requirements has been designed to give students the Entry Requirements knowledge, understanding and skills necessary Lessons are conducted for the most part in German and develop 6 or equivalent in German at GCSE and to become engaged global citizens. The students’ reading, listening, writing and speaking skills. 6 or Equivalent in English Language. physical systems engage learners in the 6 or equivalent in Geography at GCSE. landscape and the earth’s life support systems. We use myriad resources, including the internet, magazines, Human interactions explore the nature of Core Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. interactive vocabulary activities, music, film and literature. Contact places and how they change over time. Mrs K Loveridge, Assistant Director of We encourage students to spend time in a German-speaking Languages country during their course and are able to assist them in finding Contact Careers [email protected] work placements in Year 12. Geography is highly valued by universities as Miss E Hodnett, Subject Leader for Geography an A Level choice. We support students through [email protected] Careers their applications to university and have successful Oxbridge applicants as well as German is a highly-respected A Level, which can be students going to other top universities used to gain entry to many degree courses as an including Durham, Exeter, Leeds and St ancillary subject, normally allowing you to learn Andrews. The study of Geography another language, such as Italian, ab initio. With complements other subjects as well; this is German a widely-spoken language in Eastern reflected in the variety of degree courses and Europe, as well as being the most common mother- careers that students have undertaken in tongue in Western Europe, the fact that we do more recent years,such as medicine, architecture, trade with Germany than any other country in the EU accountancy, teaching, law, civil engineering, means German speakers are particularly sought American studies, logistics and the police. after. An A Level in German also affords you the Other careerslinked closely to Geography opportunity of a paid year abroad in a German- include Urban Planning, Meteorology, speaking country, whether or not you study the Commerce, Travel and Tourism, Surveying, Civil subject at university. Service, Health Service, Overseas Development andOverseas Aid Organisations. 16 17

GEOGRAPHY GERMAN A Level Units% of A LevelA Level Units % of A Level Physical Systems - Coastal landscapes, Earth’s life support system, including coasts22%Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing50% Human Interactions - Changing Spaces, Making Places, Global Migration and Human Rights22%Paper 2 Writing (Cultural topics)20% Geographical Debates - Hazardous Earth. Disease dilemmas36%Speaking exam 30% Investigative Geography - Independent Investigation (Non-Examination Assessment)20%Assessment: all papers sat at the end of the second year of the course. NB Students taking 3 other A levels can choose to take AS German in June of Year 12. There are three papers: Listening, reading and writing (45%), Writing (25%) and Speaking (30%) and the course is taught alongside A level in Year 12. Course OutlineSuper-CurriculumCourse Outline Super-Curriculum Fieldwork is required to be undertaken for 4 daysGerman at A Level builds on the knowledge, understanding andSupport in finding work experience “I’ve never met such dedicated teachers. In throughout the A Level, to include both Physical andskills gained at GCSE. It constitutes an integrated study with ain Germany Geography the staff support you to achieve Human Geography subject matter. We will offer anfocus on language, culture and society. Trips to language events around your very best, it was my favourite subject and I international trip in 2024. the country, including the Goethe am looking forward to studying it at university.” We foster a range of transferable skills in the subject, including Institut. The A Level allows students to study a communication, critical thinking, research skills and creativity. combination of scientific Geography alongside human interaction in preparation for their Subject Specific Students will develop their knowledge and understanding by using Subject Specific further studies and careers. A Level Geography authentic sources in German. Entry Requirements has been designed to give students the Entry Requirements knowledge, understanding and skills necessary Lessons are conducted for the most part in German and develop 6 or equivalent in German at GCSE and to become engaged global citizens. The students’ reading, listening, writing and speaking skills. 6 or Equivalent in English Language. physical systems engage learners in the 6 or equivalent in Geography at GCSE. landscape and the earth’s life support systems. We use myriad resources, including the internet, magazines, Human interactions explore the nature of Core Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. interactive vocabulary activities, music, film and literature. Contact places and how they change over time. Mrs K Loveridge, Assistant Director of We encourage students to spend time in a German-speaking Languages country during their course and are able to assist them in finding Contact Careers [email protected] work placements in Year 12. Geography is highly valued by universities asMiss E Hodnett, Subject Leader for Geography an A Level choice. We support students [email protected] Careers their applications to university and have successful Oxbridge applicants as well as German is a highly-respected A Level, which can be students going to other top universities used to gain entry to many degree courses as an including Durham, Exeter, Leeds and St ancillary subject, normally allowing you to learn Andrews. The study of Geography another language, such as Italian, ab initio. With complements other subjects as well; this is German a widely-spoken language in Eastern reflected in the variety of degree courses and Europe, as well as being the most common mother- careers that students have undertaken in tongue in Western Europe, the fact that we do more recent years,such as medicine, architecture, trade with Germany than any other country in the EU accountancy, teaching, law, civil engineering, means German speakers are particularly sought American studies, logistics and the police. after. An A Level in German also affords you the Other careerslinked closely to Geography opportunity of a paid year abroad in a German- include Urban Planning, Meteorology, speaking country, whether or not you study the Commerce, Travel and Tourism, Surveying, Civil subject at university. Service, Health Service, Overseas Development andOverseas Aid Organisations. 16 17

HISTORY MATHEMATICS A Level Units % of A Level A Level Units % of A Level Unit 1 The Later Tudors 1547-1603: Elizabeth I, Mary Queen of Scots, the Spanish Armada, Revolts Paper 1 9MA0/01 Pure Mathematics 1 (2 hours, 100 marks) 33.3% 25% and Rebellions Paper 2 9MA0/02 Pure Mathematics 2 (2 hours, 100 marks) 33.3% Unit 2 South Africa 1948-99: Apartheid, Nelson Mandela and world reaction 15% Paper 3 9MA0/03 Statistics and Mechanics (2 hours, 100 marks) 33.3% Unit 3 The Middle East 1908-2011: Israel, Terrorism, The Gulf War and the “Arab Spring” 40% Unit 4 Personal Study. Independent research on a topic of your choice, with support and NB Students taking 3 other A levels can choose to take AS Mathematicsin June of Year 12. There are two papers: guidance from your teacher, to produce an extended essay. Current Year 13 students are Pure Mathematics (62.5%) and Statistics and Mechanics(37.5%) and the course is taught alongside A level in 20% studying topics such as Hitler's rise to power, the Spanish Civil War, 18th Century piracy, the Year 12. beginning of the Cold War as well as the French Revolution Super-Curriculum Super-Curriculum Course Outline Course Outline History is a fascinating subject in its own right. We A Level Mathematics is aimed at students who enjoy the analytical We visit the University of Gloucestershire Library to We run a KS5 maths trip to Florence or hope students have enjoyed their GCSE courses and problem-solving aspects of GCSE Mathematics. Strong assist students with their Personal Study research, Athens at October half-term. and want to have the opportunity to study it further. Algebraic Manipulation skills in GCSE topics such as quadratic whilst in recent years we have also visited Sixth Form equations, surds, laws of indices and rearranging formulae are a History conferences in London. We have established As strong mathematicians we value History explains why the world is like it is today and pre-requisite of the course. The mathematics course is divided links with the local Archaeology unit and the your help as Year 12 mentors for KS3 gives students an understanding of how societies into two separate areas: Pure and Applied. Gloucestershire Archives and Museum Service to and 4. We encourage the most able to deal with problems and opportunities. supportstudents wishing to gain experience in careers take part in the UK Senior Mathematics Pure mathematics extends GCSE as well as introducing new topics associated with History. In recent years we organised a Challenge. Just think of the news at the moment: financial and includes: functions, coordinate geometry, sequences, series, visitto the Tutankhamun Exhibition in London and have meltdown; worries about European power; crisis in trigonometry, exponentials, logarithms, calculus, vectors and recentlyenjoyedthe musical "Six” about Henry VIII at the Subject Specific the Middle East; tense relations with Russia; the numerical methods. Everyman Theatre. Students are also encouraged to power of religion to cause conflict. take part in various History based competitions such Entry Requirements The applied elements of the course are statistics and Mechanics. as the Great Debate organised by the Historical All these things have happened before, and by Statistics includes data handling, modelling and probability. Association. We have also had a group of A level 7 or equivalent in Maths at GCSE. learning from the past we can understand how to Initially, the course reviews GCSE elements on data, averages and students take part in a prestigious project to help tell deal with the present. spread, as well as probability, but develops to look in detail at the stories of the diverse population of Gloucester, GCSE Further Mathematics, or statistical distributions and hypothesis testing. Mechanics is culminating in an exhibition at the City Museum. equivalent, is an advantage but is not usually new for most students although there are overlaps with essential. Careers Physics. The course covers: mathematical models in mechanics; vectors, kinematics of a particle moving in a straight line; Subject Specific History is one of the most popular subjects for Contact dynamics of a particle moving in a straight line or plane; statics of students to study at university, and we have been Entry Requirements a particle and moments. Miss M Adamson, Subject Leader for successful in helping many students to gain places Mathematics at Oxbridge and other top universities over the 6 or equivalent in History at GCSE. Careers [email protected] years. As well as being a very interesting and important History students are in demand for a variety of Contact degree subject in its own right and leading to a careers in business, government, finance, the variety of careers, A Level Mathematics is a vital media and Law because of the skills they learn: Mr N Salmon, Subject Leader for History & Politics building block for many other subjects. A typical to sift information and decide what is reliable; • [email protected] university course in medicine, geography, science, to reach informed judgements about major psychology, economics, engineering and computer issues; science, for example, will use knowledge and to present ideas coherently both orally and in techniques covered in A level Mathematics. The writing. course also provides students with the necessary skills to begin to explain the world around them in Also, many universities value History as an A Level an elegant and concise way. Research by the for students wishing to study medicine, as the Russell Group of leading UK universities states that above qualities, allied to excellence in Science, help students taking A Level Mathematics increase their to make students effective communicators and earnings by over 13%, compared with those of non- team-workers. mathematicians. In a nutshell ... A level Mathematics is enjoyable, interesting and highly valuable. 18 19

HISTORY MATHEMATICS A Level Units% of A LevelA Level Units % of A Level Unit 1 The Later Tudors 1547-1603: Elizabeth I, Mary Queen of Scots, the Spanish Armada, RevoltsPaper 1 9MA0/01 Pure Mathematics 1 (2 hours, 100 marks) 33.3% 25% and Rebellions Paper 2 9MA0/02 Pure Mathematics 2 (2 hours, 100 marks) 33.3% Unit 2 South Africa 1948-99: Apartheid, Nelson Mandela and world reaction 15% Paper 3 9MA0/03 Statistics and Mechanics (2 hours, 100 marks) 33.3% Unit 3 The Middle East 1908-2011: Israel, Terrorism, The Gulf War and the “Arab Spring”40% Unit 4 Personal Study. Independent research on a topic of your choice, with support and NB Students taking 3 other A levels can choose to take AS Mathematicsin June of Year 12. There are two papers: guidance from your teacher, to produce an extended essay. Current Year 13 students are Pure Mathematics (62.5%) and Statistics and Mechanics(37.5%) and the course is taught alongside A level in 20% studying topics such as Hitler's rise to power, the Spanish Civil War, 18th Century piracy, the Year 12. beginning of the Cold War as well as the French Revolution Super-Curriculum Super-Curriculum Course Outline Course Outline History is a fascinating subject in its own right. WeA Level Mathematics is aimed at students who enjoy the analytical We visit the University of Gloucestershire Library to We run a KS5 maths trip to Florence or hope students have enjoyed their GCSE coursesand problem-solving aspects of GCSE Mathematics. Strong assist students with their Personal Study research, Athens at October half-term. and want to have the opportunity to study it further. Algebraic Manipulation skills in GCSE topics such as quadratic whilst in recent years we have also visited Sixth Form equations, surds, laws of indices and rearranging formulae are a History conferences in London. We have established As strong mathematicians we value History explains why the world is like it is today andpre-requisite of the course. The mathematics course is divided links with the local Archaeology unit and the your help as Year 12 mentors for KS3 gives students an understanding of how societiesinto two separate areas: Pure and Applied. Gloucestershire Archives and Museum Service to and 4. We encourage the most able to deal with problems and opportunities. supportstudents wishing to gain experience in careers take part in the UK Senior Mathematics Pure mathematics extends GCSE as well as introducing new topics associated with History. In recent years we organised a Challenge. Just think of the news at the moment: financialand includes: functions, coordinate geometry, sequences, series, visitto the Tutankhamun Exhibition in London and have meltdown; worries about European power; crisis intrigonometry, exponentials, logarithms, calculus, vectors and recentlyenjoyedthe musical "Six” about Henry VIII at the Subject Specific the Middle East; tense relations with Russia; thenumerical methods. Everyman Theatre. Students are also encouraged to power of religion to cause conflict. take part in various History based competitions such Entry Requirements The applied elements of the course are statistics and Mechanics. as the Great Debate organised by the Historical All these things have happened before, and byStatistics includes data handling, modelling and probability. Association. We have also had a group of A level 7 or equivalent in Maths at GCSE. learning from the past we can understand how toInitially, the course reviews GCSE elements on data, averages and students take part in a prestigious project to help tell deal with the present.spread, as well as probability, but develops to look in detail at the stories of the diverse population of Gloucester, GCSE Further Mathematics, or statistical distributions and hypothesis testing. Mechanics is culminating in an exhibition at the City Museum. equivalent, is an advantage but is not usually new for most students although there are overlaps with essential. Careers Physics. The course covers: mathematical models in mechanics; vectors, kinematics of a particle moving in a straight line; Subject Specific History is one of the most popular subjects for Contact dynamics of a particle moving in a straight line or plane; statics of students to study at university, and we have been Entry Requirements a particle and moments. Miss M Adamson, Subject Leader for successful in helping many students to gain places Mathematics at Oxbridge and other top universities over the 6 or equivalent in History at GCSE. Careers [email protected] years. As well as being a very interesting and important History students are in demand for a variety of Contact degree subject in its own right and leading to a careers in business, government, finance, the variety of careers, A Level Mathematics is a vital media and Law because of the skills they learn: Mr N Salmon, Subject Leader for History & Politics building block for many other subjects. A typical to sift information and decide what is reliable; • [email protected] university course in medicine, geography, science, to reach informed judgements about major psychology, economics, engineering and computer issues; science, for example, will use knowledge and to present ideas coherently both orally and in techniques covered in A level Mathematics. The writing. course also provides students with the necessary skills to begin to explain the world around them in Also, many universities value History as an A Level an elegant and concise way. Research by the for students wishing to study medicine, as the Russell Group of leading UK universities states that above qualities, allied to excellence in Science, help students taking A Level Mathematics increase their to make students effective communicators and earnings by over 13%, compared with those of non- team-workers. mathematicians. In a nutshell ... A level Mathematics is enjoyable, interesting and highly valuable. 18 19

MUSIC PHYSICAL EDUCATION A Level Units % of A Level A Level Units % of A Level Component 1 Appraising (2.5 hour examination) 40% Unit 1 Section A: Applied anatomy and physiology Written exam: 2 hours - 35% Component 2 Performance (10 minute performance) 35% Section B: Skill acquisition Section C: Sport and society Component 3 Composition (2 compositions) 25% Unit 2 Section A: Exercise physiology and biomechanics Written exam: 2 hours - 35% Section B: Sport psychology Course Outline Super-Curriculum Section C: Sport and society and technology in sport The A Level specification builds on the skills developed in GCSE Students are expected to be involved Unit 3 Music. Students will be encouraged to engage critically and in at least one school group; Senior Internal assessment, external Students assessed as a performer or coach in the full sided version of one creatively with a wide range of music and musical contexts. Choir, Senior Orchestra, Brass moderation - 30% activity, plus: written/verbal analysis of performance. Ensemble, Concert Band, Jazz Bank, The specification allows the development of your own particular Sixth Form Chamber Choir, Flute Choir strengths and interests, encourages lifelong learning and provides or String Ensemble. All groups cater for access to higher education and university degree courses in a variety of standards. Ad-hoc Course Outline Subject Specific music and music-related subjects as well as music-related and chamber ensembles are put together Students will explore all areas of Physical Education including Entry Requirements other careers. for various events including the physiology, psychology, sociology, biomechanics and skill Cheltenham Festival of Performing 6 or equivalent in Physical Education acquisition. Understanding sports performance from all angles in Students will extend their performance and composition skills Arts. at GCSE or 6 or equivalent in Biology or a dynamic and practical way. We are proud of the rapport we whilst also developing their listening and analytical skills by Combined Science. establish with the students in A level PE and this has contributed to studying a variety of pieces of music from three areas of study. many of our students going on to complete university degrees The course has one compulsory area ofstudy (Western classical Practical sport (on the AQA Subject Specific within the sports sector. We provide a personalised learning tradition 1650–1910) and a choice of two further options from a list Specification) played out of school to experience that capturesthe passion thatstudents have for this of six (Pop music; Music for media; Music for theatre; Jazz; Entry Requirements a competitive level is essential. increasingly diverse and interesting subject at A level. Contemporary traditional music; Art music since 1910). The examination will ask questions related to the set works and also to 6 or equivalent in Music at GCSE. Students are not required to have draw links between the set works and an unfamiliar extract of studied GCSE Physical Education in Careers music. Approximately Grade 6 at Practical order to be successful in A Level Level. The sport and leisure industry has been one of the largest growth Physical Education. industries over the last five years. Physical Education has Careers This varied and exciting course developed as a subject, and is now regarded as rigorously It is anticipated that students will have requires the study and performance of academic by universities. Recently, students have gone onto study a keen interest in sport and participate Music A Level can lead directly to further a wide range of music, but also caters Medicine, Physiotherapy, Sport and Exercise Science, Sports regularly in their chosen sport, at club study at university or conservatoire but is for individual strengths and interests. Therapy as well as Physical Education. level or above. Students should show a also studied by students looking to broaden high level of commitment and their range of skills at A Level. Music has It is essential, however, that students aptitude towards their chosen sport. many applications and can lead to work in should have a real enjoyment of performing, Teaching, Recording, Media and Super-Curriculum music! Advertising, Journalism, Publishing, Business Students are given the opportunity to and the Armed Forces. It is a fully recognised participate in a wide variety of recreational and academic subject that combines practical competitive activities on Wednesday and creative skills with analytical and critical afternoons. work. It is highly regarded by universities, as it requires excellent personal and Girls represent the school in netball, basketball interpersonal skills, as well as demanding and mixed football fixtures, against local high levels of discipline, self-motivation and schools. self-confidence in presenting oneself in a public situation. Boys compete in rugby, football and basketball fixtures throughout the year. Contact Mrs D Day, Subject Leader for Music [email protected] Contact Mrs H Warner, Subject Leader for Music [email protected] Mrs S Davidson, Subject Leader for PE [email protected] 20 21

MUSIC PHYSICAL EDUCATION A Level Units% of A LevelA Level Units % of A Level Component 1 Appraising (2.5 hour examination)40%Unit 1 Section A: Applied anatomy and physiology Written exam: 2 hours - 35% Component 2 Performance (10 minute performance) 35%Section B: Skill acquisition Section C: Sport and society Component 3 Composition (2 compositions)25% Unit 2 Section A: Exercise physiology and biomechanics Written exam: 2 hours - 35% Section B: Sport psychology Course OutlineSuper-Curriculum Section C: Sport and society and technology in sport The A Level specification builds on the skills developed in GCSEStudents are expected to be involved Unit 3 Music. Students will be encouraged to engage critically andin at least one school group; Senior Internal assessment, external Students assessed as a performer or coach in the full sided version of one creatively with a wide range of music and musical contexts. Choir, Senior Orchestra, Brass moderation - 30% activity, plus: written/verbal analysis of performance. Ensemble, Concert Band, Jazz Bank, The specification allows the development of your own particularSixth Form Chamber Choir, Flute Choir strengths and interests, encourages lifelong learning and providesor String Ensemble. All groups cater for access to higher education and university degree courses ina variety of standards. Ad-hoc Course Outline Subject Specific music and music-related subjects as well as music-related andchamber ensembles are put together Students will explore all areas of Physical Education including Entry Requirements other careers. for various events including the physiology, psychology, sociology, biomechanics and skill Cheltenham Festival of Performing 6 or equivalent in Physical Education acquisition. Understanding sports performance from all angles in Students will extend their performance and composition skillsArts. at GCSE or 6 or equivalent in Biology or a dynamic and practical way. We are proud of the rapport we whilst also developing their listening and analytical skills by Combined Science. establish with the students in A level PE and this has contributed to studying a variety of pieces of music from three areas of study. many of our students going on to complete university degrees The course has one compulsory area ofstudy (Western classical Practical sport (on the AQA Subject Specific within the sports sector. We provide a personalised learning tradition 1650–1910) and a choice of two further options from a list Specification) played out of school to experience that capturesthe passion thatstudents have for this of six (Pop music; Music for media; Music for theatre; Jazz; Entry Requirements a competitive level is essential. increasingly diverse and interesting subject at A level. Contemporary traditional music; Art music since 1910). The examination will ask questions related to the set works and also to 6 or equivalent in Music at GCSE. Students are not required to have draw links between the set works and an unfamiliar extract of studied GCSE Physical Education in Careers music. Approximately Grade 6 at Practical order to be successful in A Level Level. The sport and leisure industry has been one of the largest growth Physical Education. industries over the last five years. Physical Education has Careers This varied and exciting course developed as a subject, and is now regarded as rigorously It is anticipated that students will have requires the study and performance of academic by universities. Recently, students have gone onto study a keen interest in sport and participate Music A Level can lead directly to further a wide range of music, but also caters Medicine, Physiotherapy, Sport and Exercise Science, Sports regularly in their chosen sport, at club study at university or conservatoire but is for individual strengths and interests. Therapy as well as Physical Education. level or above. Students should show a also studied by students looking to broaden high level of commitment and their range of skills at A Level. Music has It is essential, however, that students aptitude towards their chosen sport. many applications and can lead to work in should have a real enjoyment of performing, Teaching, Recording, Media and Super-Curriculum music! Advertising, Journalism, Publishing, Business Students are given the opportunity to and the Armed Forces. It is a fully recognised participate in a wide variety of recreational and academic subject that combines practical competitive activities on Wednesday and creative skills with analytical and critical afternoons. work. It is highly regarded by universities, as it requires excellent personal and Girls represent the school in netball, basketball interpersonal skills, as well as demanding and mixed football fixtures, against local high levels of discipline, self-motivation and schools. self-confidence in presenting oneself in a public situation. Boys compete in rugby, football and basketball fixtures throughout the year. Contact Mrs D Day, Subject Leader for Music [email protected] Contact Mrs H Warner, Subject Leader for Music [email protected] Mrs S Davidson, Subject Leader for PE [email protected] 20 21

PHYSICS POLITICS A Level Units % of A Level Component Modules Covered Assessment % of A Level Component 1 - UK Politics Democracy and Participation, Political Parties. Electoral Systems, Modelling Physics (01) 1, 2, 3 and 5 Exam - 100 marks 37% Voting Behaviour and the Media. Also, studying Political Ideas in Conservatism, Liberalism and 33.3% Socialism. Exploring Physics (02) 1, 2, 4 and 6 Exam 100 marks 37% Component 2 - UK Government The Constitution, Parliament, Prime Minister and Executive and 33.3% Unified Physics (03) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 (all modules) Exam - 70 marks 26% relationships between branches. Also, Feminism as a non-core Political Idea Practical Endorsement Non examined assessment - skills Component 3 - US Politics The US Constitution and Federalism, US Congress, The Presidency, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 (all modules) N/A 33.3% in Physics (04) embedded throughout Supreme Court and Democracy, Participation and Civil Rights. Course Outline Super-Curriculum Course Outline Super-Curriculum Physics is a fascinating subject! Our teachers love exploring and Visit to the House of Commons and the We are always on the look-out for In Government and Politics students learn about the British and understanding how and why the world and universe work, and Supreme Court and trip to Washington. opportunities to run extra-curricular American political systems and political ideas and thinkers sharing that joy with our students: throughout the physics events, trips and other opportunities to through discussion and debate, student presentations and curriculum, we take every opportunity to discuss interesting further students’ understanding and researching news stories and case studies. ideas, explain natural phenomena, and tackle the huge variety of interest in Physics! Examples of the questions that our students have about everything. enrichment opportunities we have Politics is up-to-date, controversial and informative and affects offered in the last couple of years everything in the world around us, from leaving the E.U. to civil Subject Specific Entry Physics develops a wide range of transferable skills, from the include, attending events such as A- liberties. Students learn to make balanced arguments and to application of mathematical problem solving to real-life Requirements Level Physics Live and Physics in consider different points of view. Co-curricular Activities learning is situations, practical skills and the scientific method. Action. If you are interested in extremely important for Politics. Students are encouraged to 6 or equivalent in English Language or engineering, please also check out the attend debating society and county-wide debating competitions. Students will cover a variety of topics, from ideas that have been English Literature and 6 in a engineering page for more introduced before, such as forces, energy and electricity, to new Humanities subject (History, information about more hands-on We also arrange guest speakers: in previous years Gloucester’s MP topics like quantum physics. The budding astrophysicists among Geography or Religious Studies) at opportunities! Richard Graham has spoken and we have hosted a husting for you will no doubt be pleased to know that the course also covers GCSE. local prospective candidates for Parliament prior to the General gravitational fields, astrophysics and cosmology! Election. All of this is designed to support the work completed in class. There is also the opportunity to pursue an area of interest not covered by the course – for example, relativity, or the application Subject Specific of Physics to materials science – and present your research. Careers Entry Requirements Universities view Government and Politics A Level as a subject that Careers 6 or equivalent in Physics or 6-6 equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in Combined Sciences at GCSE and 6 or Physics is an excellent basis for many career paths due to the a wide range of courses. Many of our students go on to study equivalent in Mathematics. skills and mindset it develops. In addition to further study of pure Politics related subjects at university and we have a strong record Physics or Astrophysics, the knowledge gained from the A-Level of success in helping students to gain entry to Oxbridge to study AS or Core Maths recommended Physics course can be used in a whole range of applications: Politics. A Politics degree provides a good foundation for all alongside DRHS 3. from nuclear medicine to energy generation; from rollercoaster manner of careers including Finance, Banking, Management, Civil design to material science and engineering; from sports analysis Service, PR and Advertising, Teaching, Media and Journalism, AS or A Level Maths recommended for to computer game programming and everything in between! Healthcare Management, working for think-tanks, working for DRHS 4. Physics can be studied alongside and will complement a variety pressure groups such as Amnesty and Greenpeace and, of of other subjects depending on what career path you are course, working in Politics! interested in; however, Mathematics is extremely useful! Contact Contact Mr N Salmon, Subject Leader for History Mr J Schofield, Subject Leader for Physics & Politics [email protected] [email protected] 22 23

PHYSICS POLITICS A Level Units % of A Level ComponentModules CoveredAssessment% of A Level Component 1 - UK Politics Democracy and Participation, Political Parties. Electoral Systems, Modelling Physics (01)1, 2, 3 and 5Exam - 100 marks37% Voting Behaviour and the Media. Also, studying Political Ideas in Conservatism, Liberalism and 33.3% Socialism. Exploring Physics (02)1, 2, 4 and 6Exam 100 marks37% Component 2 - UK Government The Constitution, Parliament, Prime Minister and Executive and 33.3% Unified Physics (03)1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 (all modules)Exam - 70 marks26% relationships between branches. Also, Feminism as a non-core Political Idea Practical EndorsementNon examined assessment - skills Component 3 - US Politics The US Constitution and Federalism, US Congress, The Presidency, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 (all modules)N/A 33.3% in Physics (04)embedded throughout Supreme Court and Democracy, Participation and Civil Rights. Course Outline Super-CurriculumCourse Outline Super-Curriculum Physics is a fascinating subject! Our teachers love exploring and Visit to the House of Commons and the We are always on the look-out forIn Government and Politics students learn about the British and understanding how and why the world and universe work, and Supreme Court and trip to Washington. opportunities to run extra-curricularAmerican political systems and political ideas and thinkers sharing that joy with our students: throughout the physics events, trips and other opportunities tothrough discussion and debate, student presentations and curriculum, we take every opportunity to discuss interesting further students’ understanding andresearching news stories and case studies. ideas, explain natural phenomena, and tackle the huge variety of interest in Physics! Examples of the questions that our students have about everything. enrichment opportunities we havePolitics is up-to-date, controversial and informative and affects offered in the last couple of yearseverything in the world around us, from leaving the E.U. to civil Subject Specific Entry Physics develops a wide range of transferable skills, from the include, attending events such as A-liberties. Students learn to make balanced arguments and to application of mathematical problem solving to real-life Requirements Level Physics Live and Physics inconsider different points of view. Co-curricular Activities learning is situations, practical skills and the scientific method. Action. If you are interested inextremely important for Politics. Students are encouraged to 6 or equivalent in English Language or engineering, please also check out theattend debating society and county-wide debating competitions. Students will cover a variety of topics, from ideas that have been English Literature and 6 in a engineering page for more introduced before, such as forces, energy and electricity, to new Humanities subject (History, information about more hands-onWe also arrange guest speakers: in previous years Gloucester’s MP topics like quantum physics. The budding astrophysicists among Geography or Religious Studies) at opportunities! Richard Graham has spoken and we have hosted a husting for you will no doubt be pleased to know that the course also covers GCSE. local prospective candidates for Parliament prior to the General gravitational fields, astrophysics and cosmology! Election. All of this is designed to support the work completed in class. There is also the opportunity to pursue an area of interest not covered by the course – for example, relativity, or the application Subject Specific of Physics to materials science – and present your research. Careers Entry Requirements Universities view Government and Politics A Level as a subject that Careers 6 or equivalent in Physics or 6-6 equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in Combined Sciences at GCSE and 6 or Physics is an excellent basis for many career paths due to the a wide range of courses. Many of our students go on to study equivalent in Mathematics. skills and mindset it develops. In addition to further study of pure Politics related subjects at university and we have a strong record Physics or Astrophysics, the knowledge gained from the A-Level of success in helping students to gain entry to Oxbridge to study AS or Core Maths recommended Physics course can be used in a whole range of applications: Politics. A Politics degree provides a good foundation for all alongside DRHS 3. from nuclear medicine to energy generation; from rollercoaster manner of careers including Finance, Banking, Management, Civil design to material science and engineering; from sports analysis Service, PR and Advertising, Teaching, Media and Journalism, AS or A Level Maths recommended for to computer game programming and everything in between! Healthcare Management, working for think-tanks, working for DRHS 4. Physics can be studied alongside and will complement a variety pressure groups such as Amnesty and Greenpeace and, of of other subjects depending on what career path you are course, working in Politics! interested in; however, Mathematics is extremely useful! Contact Contact Mr N Salmon, Subject Leader for History Mr J Schofield, Subject Leader for Physics & Politics [email protected] [email protected] 22 23

PSYCHOLOGY RELIGIOUS STUDIES A Level Units % of A Level A Level Units % of A Level Paper 1 - Foundations in Psychology Unit 1 Philosophy of Religion 33.3% Topic 1: Social Psychology Topic 2: Cognitive Psychology 35% Unit 2 Religious Ethics 33.3% Topic 3: Biological Psychology Topic 4: Learning Theories Unit 3 Development of Christian Thought 33.3% Paper 2 - Applications of Psychology Topic 5: Clinical Psychology 35% Topic 6: Criminological Psychology Course Outline Super-Curriculum Paper 3 - Psychological Skills We attend one A Level Religious Studies is another name for Philosophy, Ethics and Topic 7: Psychological skills, Research Methods, Synoptic Review of Studies, Issues and debates 30% Philosophy/Ethics conference, where Theology but it is oh so much more than that! in Psychology we hear philosophers lecture and debate issues relevant to the syllabus. Students of Religious Studies will grapple with issues that have We invite in speakers who are relevant ultimate meaning - What is human nature? What is right? How to the course. We discuss films and can we know? Where does God fit into this all? Does God even Course Outline Subject Specific their philosophical/ethical themes. exist? Psychology is the study of human behaviour: how we think and Entry Requirements act, what influences our actions, child development, emotions, Religious Studies has 3 main overarching themes: Philosophy, mental illness, personality, why people commit crime and how we Ethics and Development of Christian Thought. 6 or equivalent in English Language or can prevent crime, and many other fascinating aspects of human English Literature and 6 in Subject Specific experience. Philosophy is thinking about Big Questions such as Do people have Mathematics or Science. souls? How strong is the evidence for God existing? Can you call Entry Requirements Psychology involves the scientific study of human behaviour and anything evil? If so, what? How relevant are Plato’s and Aristotle’s Core Maths recommended alongside cognition from biological, psychological and social perspectives. 6 or equivalent in Religious Studies (full ideas to the 21st Century? DRHS 3. Topics studied include: obedience and prejudice, phobias, or short course) or 6 or Equivalent in memory, aggression, addiction, gender development, criminal English Language at GCSE if RS not Ethics covers topics such as Euthanasia, Business, and Sex. We behaviour and clinical disorders. Students will study psychological studied at GCSE. also study what different ethical theories (Natural Law, Situation research in four key areas for paper 1 at A Level: the social, ethics, Kantian ethics, and Utilitarianism) are and what they think Contact cognitive, learning and biological approaches. of these moral issues. We will also discuss the idea of defining Dr S Young, Subject Leader for goodness and whether people have a conscience and why? In papers 2 and 3 at A level, students will apply psychological Psychology [email protected] Contact theories to criminal and clinical psychology in particular; students Development of Religious Thought gives us the chance to go a bit will also gain knowledge of a wide range of research methods, deeper to see how Christian thought has changed over time. We Mrs C Dunnett, Subject Leader for issues, perspectives and debates in Psychology. will tackle questions such as Who is saved? Do heaven and hell Religious Studies really exist? Is God a she? How relevant is Christianity in world that [email protected] seems to be increasingly secular. Careers Religious Studies is a discursive A level, grounded in the past but relevant for the 21st century, so get ready to join in with your own Psychology offers a broad range of career thoughts and ideas. opportunities and is regarded by many employers as a very good bridge between humanities and science based subjects. A Careers degree in Psychology will be useful for any Studying Religious Studies is excellent training in thinking for job that requires working with others, such yourself, and it encourages open-mindedness. as Medicine and the caring professions, the Legal profession, Business and Marketing. It is highly regarded by universities and employers alike because it encourages students to analyse, argue and research Specific careers include Psychologist, such independently. Obviously, it leads well into further study of as Clinical, Forensic and Educational Philosophy, PPE or Theology, but the application of philosophical Psychologist, Law, Social work, Health ideas to practical moral issues is especially relevant for those professions, Teaching, Human Resource considering careers in the law, medicine or the media. The skills management, the Police, Journalism, the developed, such as critical writing, are transferable to any degree Prison and Probation Service. course, including English, History and Politics. 24 25

PSYCHOLOGY RELIGIOUS STUDIES A Level Units% of A LevelA Level Units % of A Level Paper 1 - Foundations in Psychology Unit 1 Philosophy of Religion 33.3% Topic 1: Social Psychology Topic 2: Cognitive Psychology35%Unit 2 Religious Ethics 33.3% Topic 3: Biological Psychology Topic 4: Learning TheoriesUnit 3 Development of Christian Thought 33.3% Paper 2 - Applications of Psychology Topic 5: Clinical Psychology 35% Topic 6: Criminological Psychology Course Outline Super-Curriculum Paper 3 - Psychological Skills We attend one A Level Religious Studies is another name for Philosophy, Ethics and Topic 7: Psychological skills, Research Methods, Synoptic Review of Studies, Issues and debates 30% Philosophy/Ethics conference, where Theology but it is oh so much more than that! in Psychology we hear philosophers lecture and debate issues relevant to the syllabus. Students of Religious Studies will grapple with issues that have We invite in speakers who are relevant ultimate meaning - What is human nature? What is right? How to the course. We discuss films and can we know? Where does God fit into this all? Does God even Course Outline Subject Specific their philosophical/ethical themes. exist? Psychology is the study of human behaviour: how we think and Entry Requirements act, what influences our actions, child development, emotions, Religious Studies has 3 main overarching themes: Philosophy, mental illness, personality, why people commit crime and how we Ethics and Development of Christian Thought. 6 or equivalent in English Language or can prevent crime, and many other fascinating aspects of human English Literature and 6 in Subject Specific experience. Philosophy is thinking about Big Questions such as Do people have Mathematics or Science. souls? How strong is the evidence for God existing? Can you call Entry Requirements Psychology involves the scientific study of human behaviour and anything evil? If so, what? How relevant are Plato’s and Aristotle’s Core Maths recommended alongside cognition from biological, psychological and social perspectives. 6 or equivalent in Religious Studies (full ideas to the 21st Century? DRHS 3. Topics studied include: obedience and prejudice, phobias, or short course) or 6 or Equivalent in memory, aggression, addiction, gender development, criminal English Language at GCSE if RS not Ethics covers topics such as Euthanasia, Business, and Sex. We behaviour and clinical disorders. Students will study psychological studied at GCSE. also study what different ethical theories (Natural Law, Situation research in four key areas for paper 1 at A Level: the social, ethics, Kantian ethics, and Utilitarianism) are and what they think Contact cognitive, learning and biological approaches. of these moral issues. We will also discuss the idea of defining Dr S Young, Subject Leader for goodness and whether people have a conscience and why? In papers 2 and 3 at A level, students will apply psychological Psychology [email protected] Contact theories to criminal and clinical psychology in particular; students Development of Religious Thought gives us the chance to go a bit will also gain knowledge of a wide range of research methods, deeper to see how Christian thought has changed over time. We Mrs C Dunnett, Subject Leader for issues, perspectives and debates in Psychology. will tackle questions such as Who is saved? Do heaven and hell Religious Studies really exist? Is God a she? How relevant is Christianity in world that [email protected] seems to be increasingly secular. Careers Religious Studies is a discursive A level, grounded in the past but relevant for the 21st century, so get ready to join in with your own Psychology offers a broad range of career thoughts and ideas. opportunities and is regarded by many employers as a very good bridge between humanities and science based subjects. A Careers degree in Psychology will be useful for any Studying Religious Studies is excellent training in thinking for job that requires working with others, such yourself, and it encourages open-mindedness. as Medicine and the caring professions, the Legal profession, Business and Marketing. It is highly regarded by universities and employers alike because it encourages students to analyse, argue and research Specific careers include Psychologist, such independently. Obviously, it leads well into further study of as Clinical, Forensic and Educational Philosophy, PPE or Theology, but the application of philosophical Psychologist, Law, Social work, Health ideas to practical moral issues is especially relevant for those professions, Teaching, Human Resource considering careers in the law, medicine or the media. The skills management, the Police, Journalism, the developed, such as critical writing, are transferable to any degree Prison and Probation Service. course, including English, History and Politics. 24 25

SOCIOLOGY SPANISH A Level Units % of A Level A Level Units % of A Level Socialisation, culture and identity Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing 50% 30% Section A: Introducing socialisation, culture and identity, Section B: Media Paper 2 Writing (Cultural topics) 20% Researching and understanding social inequalities Section A: Research methods and researching social inequalities 35% Speaking exam 30% Section B: Understanding social inequalities Assessment: all papers sat at the end of the second year of the course. Crime and Deviance Theoretical debates and how these relate to a contemporary global society. 35% Section A: Globalisation and the digital social world Section B: Crime and deviance Subject Specific Course Outline Super-Curriculum Course Outline Entry Requirements Spanish at Denmark Road is vibrant, enjoyable and engaging in In Sociology, students study the relationship between the As part of being a link school with the equal measure. Students study a variety of topics relevant to the individual and society by analysing human relationships and the National Council of Young Women the young adult such as equal rights, multiculturalism, artistic culture 6 or equivalent in Spanish at GCSE and role of institutions and social processes. We explore a range of Sociology department offers sessions in the Hispanic world and popular movements. 6 or Equivalent in English Language. social issues such as why some people behave in certain ways, to students interested in human rights why some suffer more disadvantage than others and how agents issues. Our sessions cover a wide Lessons, where Spanish is the primary language of teaching, are of socialisation such as the family, and religion can impact our range of human rights issues, such as student centered and focus on all key skill areas: listening, sense of identity and our life chances. women in politics, the gender divide speaking, reading and writing. Students also see the Spanish within education, rape as a war crime, Assistant Eloisa each week for oral practice in small groups. Contact Students are introduced to working as and thinking like a and FGM. This gives students an sociologist by learning the methodology of sociological research opportunity to discuss, debate and get Mr V Groom, Director of Languages The Spanish department is very well resourced with learning aids and the language that accompanies it. actively involved in topics they may [email protected] such as kerboodle and a suite of dedicated laptops. feel strongly about to bring about Sociology allows students to make sense of the society in which social change. We learn more about Allstudents are strongly encouraged to spend time in Spain during they live and to understand their responsibility to others. It is a the way society is structured and their course. The Spanish department helps students with work subject that can remove blinkers and give students the knowledge controlled by attending Crown Court experience trips to Spain, where most recently they have worked in to make a difference. Society and sociological ideas constantly and visiting the Houses of Parliament. the tourist office in Segovia to improve their linguistic skills. evolve. In response to this, we use a variety of contemporary media and IT in lessons to enable students to apply sociological Subject Specific Careers theory effectively. Universities are always keen to take on students Entry Requirements with A levels in Spanish as the skills acquired, Careers from oral communication and essay writing to 6 or equivalent in Sociology or 6 or Students are encouraged to develop a sociological an ability to learn something new and analyse Equivalent in English Language at perspective, which allows them to connect their personal are transferable to just about any other subject. GCSE if Sociology not studied at GCSE. issues to public concerns and to understand the relationship At university, Spanish is frequently studied on its between individuals and the wider society. This understanding own, but more often with one or more enables individuals and communities to resolve specific social languages, sometimes learnt from ‘scratch’, or Contact issues. Many Sociology students make use of their sociological with a wide choice of other subjects. In a skills and experience to pursue occupations within research, country where students with high level Mrs J Waskett, Subject Leader for while others prefer to go into the private sector. language skills are increasingly frequently few Sociology [email protected] and far between, employers are always looking Specific careers include Teaching, Law, Social work, the Police, for these applicants. and Journalism. Super-Curriculum Sociology students are expected to carry out independent research and to analyse each new perspective they are Students participate in the Stroud lectures in taught. These skills mean that an A Level in Sociology leads November, where they learn about a variety of well into further study of Sociology, Criminology, Law, modern Hispanic topics. Work Experience in Psychology, Politics, English and History. Student of Sociology Spain in October half term, February half term or never forget the impact it has on the way they see the world, the Easter holidays. Students are also invited to and this is a useful addition to any career. participate in the Spanish exchange to Galapagar, near Madrid, with students their age. 26 27

SOCIOLOGY SPANISH A Level Units% of A LevelA Level Units % of A Level Socialisation, culture and identity Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing 50% 30% Section A: Introducing socialisation, culture and identity, Section B: Media Paper 2 Writing (Cultural topics) 20% Researching and understanding social inequalities Section A: Research methods and researching social inequalities35%Speaking exam 30% Section B: Understanding social inequalities Assessment: all papers sat at the end of the second year of the course. Crime and Deviance Theoretical debates and how these relate to a contemporary global society. 35% Section A: Globalisation and the digital social world Section B: Crime and deviance Subject Specific Course OutlineSuper-CurriculumCourse Outline Entry Requirements Spanish at Denmark Road is vibrant, enjoyable and engaging in In Sociology, students study the relationship between the As part of being a link school with the equal measure. Students study a variety of topics relevant to the individual and society by analysing human relationships and the National Council of Young Women the young adult such as equal rights, multiculturalism, artistic culture 6 or equivalent in Spanish at GCSE and role of institutions and social processes. We explore a range of Sociology department offers sessions in the Hispanic world and popular movements. 6 or Equivalent in English Language. social issues such as why some people behave in certain ways, to students interested in human rights why some suffer more disadvantage than others and how agents issues. Our sessions cover a wide Lessons, where Spanish is the primary language of teaching, are of socialisation such as the family, and religion can impact our range of human rights issues, such as student centered and focus on all key skill areas: listening, sense of identity and our life chances. women in politics, the gender divide speaking, reading and writing. Students also see the Spanish within education, rape as a war crime, Assistant Eloisa each week for oral practice in small groups. Contact Students are introduced to working as and thinking like a and FGM. This gives students an sociologist by learning the methodology of sociological research opportunity to discuss, debate and get Mr V Groom, Director of Languages The Spanish department is very well resourced with learning aids and the language that accompanies it. actively involved in topics they may [email protected] such as kerboodle and a suite of dedicated laptops. feel strongly about to bring about Sociology allows students to make sense of the society in which social change. We learn more about Allstudents are strongly encouraged to spend time in Spain during they live and to understand their responsibility to others. It is a the way society is structured and their course. The Spanish department helps students with work subject that can remove blinkers and give students the knowledge controlled by attending Crown Court experience trips to Spain, where most recently they have worked in to make a difference. Society and sociological ideas constantly and visiting the Houses of Parliament. the tourist office in Segovia to improve their linguistic skills. evolve. In response to this, we use a variety of contemporary media and IT in lessons to enable students to apply sociological Subject Specific Careers theory effectively. Universities are always keen to take on students Entry Requirements with A levels in Spanish as the skills acquired, Careers from oral communication and essay writing to 6 or equivalent in Sociology or 6 or Students are encouraged to develop a sociological an ability to learn something new and analyse Equivalent in English Language at perspective, which allows them to connect their personal are transferable to just about any other subject. GCSE if Sociology not studied at GCSE. issues to public concerns and to understand the relationship At university, Spanish is frequently studied on its between individuals and the wider society. This understanding own, but more often with one or more enables individuals and communities to resolve specific social languages, sometimes learnt from ‘scratch’, or Contact issues. Many Sociology students make use of their sociological with a wide choice of other subjects. In a skills and experience to pursue occupations within research, country where students with high level Mrs J Waskett, Subject Leader for while others prefer to go into the private sector. language skills are increasingly frequently few Sociology [email protected] and far between, employers are always looking Specific careers include Teaching, Law, Social work, the Police, for these applicants. and Journalism. Super-Curriculum Sociology students are expected to carry out independent research and to analyse each new perspective they are Students participate in the Stroud lectures in taught. These skills mean that an A Level in Sociology leads November, where they learn about a variety of well into further study of Sociology, Criminology, Law, modern Hispanic topics. Work Experience in Psychology, Politics, English and History. Student of Sociology Spain in October half term, February half term or never forget the impact it has on the way they see the world, the Easter holidays. Students are also invited to and this is a useful addition to any career. participate in the Spanish exchange to Galapagar, near Madrid, with students their age. 26 27

DENMARK ROAD SIXTH FORM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS The level of challenge and independence required at Sixth Form is much greater than at GCSE. While we support all our Based on prior students to make this leap attainment and your with confidence, our entry future career pathway, requirements help ensure decide whether DRHS 4 or that everyone embarks on DRHS 3 is right for you. an appropriate number and combination of courses. DRHS 4 DRHS 3 4 A Levels 3 A Levels With the option to also study one of the following: AS in Mathematics / Further Mathematics / Fine Art / French / German / Spanish / Core Maths / EPQ All students study Discover+ and undertake work experience 7 x GCSEs at 9-7 6 x GCSEs at 9-6 Minimum of 5 in English and Mathematics Minimum of 5 in English and Mathematics See individual subject requirements See individual subject requirements 28 29

DENMARK ROAD SIXTH FORM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS The level of challenge and independence required at Sixth Form is much greater than at GCSE. While we support all our Based on prior students to make this leap attainment and your with confidence, our entry future career pathway, requirements help ensure decide whether DRHS 4 or that everyone embarks on DRHS 3 is right for you. an appropriate number and combination of courses. DRHS 4DRHS 3 4 A Levels3 A Levels With the option to also study one of the following: AS in Mathematics / Further Mathematics / Fine Art / French / German / Spanish / Core Maths / EPQ All students study Discover+ and undertake work experience 7 x GCSEs at 9-76 x GCSEs at 9-6 Minimum of 5 in English and MathematicsMinimum of 5 in English and Mathematics See individual subject requirementsSee individual subject requirements 28 29

Minimum Entry Requirement and Further Minimum Entry Requirement and Further Subject Subject Recommendations (Grades refer to GCSE) Recommendations (Grades refer to GCSE) Art: Fine Art 6 or equivalent in Art or an Art related subject at GCSE 6 or equivalent in Geography at GCSE. Core Maths Geography recommended alongside DRHS 3. Art: Textile Design 6 or equivalent in Art or an Art related subject at GCSE 6 or equivalent in German at GCSE and 6 or Equivalent in German English Language. 6 or equivalent in Biology or 6-6 Combined Sciences at Biology GCSE and 6 or equivalent in Mathematics. AS or Core Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. History 6 or equivalent in History at GCSE 6 or equivalent in Mathematics or Business Studies at at Mathematics 7 or equivalent in Maths at GCSE. Business GCSE. Core Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. 6 or equivalent in Music at GCSE. Approximately Grade 6 at Music 6 or equivalent in Chemistry or 6-6 Combined Sciences at Practical Level. GCSE and 6 or equivalent in Mathematics. AS or Core Chemistry Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. AS or A Level 6 or equivalent in Physical Education at GCSE or 6 or Maths recommended for DRHS 4. equivalent in Biology or Combined Science. Practical sport Physical Education (on the AQA Specification) played out of school to a 6 or equivalent in Mathematics or Computer Science at competitive level is essential. Computer Science GCSE 6 or equivalent in Physics or 6-6 Combined Sciences at Core Mathematics 5 or equivalent in Mathematics at GCSE GCSE and 6 or equivalent in Mathematics. AS or Core Physics Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. AS or A Level Maths recommended for DRHS 4. 6 or equivalent in Mathematics or Economics at GCSE. AS or Economics Core Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. 6 or equivalent in English Language or English Literature Politics and 6 in a Humanities subject (History, Geography or English Language 6 or equivalent in English Language at GCSE Religious Studies) at GCSE. English Literature 6 or equivalent in English Literature at GCSE 6 or equivalent in English Language or English Literature Psychology and 6 in Mathematics or Science. Core Maths Extended Project 6 grades at 6 or equivalent. Consider this as an option recommended alongside DRHS 3. Qualification (EPQ) along with DRHS 3. 6 or equivalent in Religious Studies (full or short course) or 6 or equivalent in GCSE Physics or 6-6 in Combined Science Religious Studies 6 or Equivalent in English Language at GCSE if RS not or minimum Grade 6 in GCSE Computing. If you are not Engineering (with EPQ) studied at GCSE. taking A-Level/AS/Core Mathematics you must also have achieved a minimum of a 6 in GCSE Mathematics. 6 or equivalent in Sociology or 6 or Equivalent in English Sociology Language at GCSE if Sociology not studied at GCSE. 6 or equivalent in French at GCSE and 6 or Equivalent in French English Language. 6 or equivalent in Spanish at GCSE and 6 or Equivalent in Spanish English Language. 8 or equivalent in Maths at GCSE. Level 2 Further Maths Further Mathematics GCSE an advantage. 30 31

Minimum Entry Requirement and Further Minimum Entry Requirement and Further Subject Subject Recommendations (Grades refer to GCSE) Recommendations (Grades refer to GCSE) Art: Fine Art6 or equivalent in Art or an Art related subject at GCSE6 or equivalent in Geography at GCSE. Core Maths Geography recommended alongside DRHS 3. Art: Textile Design6 or equivalent in Art or an Art related subject at GCSE 6 or equivalent in German at GCSE and 6 or Equivalent in German English Language. 6 or equivalent in Biology or 6-6 Combined Sciences at BiologyGCSE and 6 or equivalent in Mathematics. AS or Core Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3.History6 or equivalent in History at GCSE 6 or equivalent in Mathematics or Business Studies at atMathematics7 or equivalent in Maths at GCSE. Business GCSE. Core Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. 6 or equivalent in Music at GCSE. Approximately Grade 6 at Music 6 or equivalent in Chemistry or 6-6 Combined Sciences atPractical Level. GCSE and 6 or equivalent in Mathematics. AS or Core Chemistry Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. AS or A Level 6 or equivalent in Physical Education at GCSE or 6 or Maths recommended for DRHS 4. equivalent in Biology or Combined Science. Practical sport Physical Education (on the AQA Specification) played out of school to a 6 or equivalent in Mathematics or Computer Science atcompetitive level is essential. Computer Science GCSE 6 or equivalent in Physics or 6-6 Combined Sciences at Core Mathematics5 or equivalent in Mathematics at GCSEGCSE and 6 or equivalent in Mathematics. AS or Core Physics Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. AS or A Level Maths recommended for DRHS 4. 6 or equivalent in Mathematics or Economics at GCSE. AS or Economics Core Maths recommended alongside DRHS 3. 6 or equivalent in English Language or English Literature Politics and 6 in a Humanities subject (History, Geography or English Language6 or equivalent in English Language at GCSE Religious Studies) at GCSE. English Literature6 or equivalent in English Literature at GCSE 6 or equivalent in English Language or English Literature Psychology and 6 in Mathematics or Science. Core Maths Extended Project6 grades at 6 or equivalent. Consider this as an option recommended alongside DRHS 3. Qualification (EPQ)along with DRHS 3. 6 or equivalent in Religious Studies (full or short course) or 6 or equivalent in GCSE Physics or 6-6 in Combined Science Religious Studies 6 or Equivalent in English Language at GCSE if RS not or minimum Grade 6 in GCSE Computing. If you are not Engineering (with EPQ) studied at GCSE. taking A-Level/AS/Core Mathematics you must also have achieved a minimum of a 6 in GCSE Mathematics. 6 or equivalent in Sociology or 6 or Equivalent in English Sociology Language at GCSE if Sociology not studied at GCSE. 6 or equivalent in French at GCSE and 6 or Equivalent in French English Language. 6 or equivalent in Spanish at GCSE and 6 or Equivalent in Spanish English Language. 8 or equivalent in Maths at GCSE. Level 2 Further Maths Further Mathematics GCSE an advantage. 30 31