A taste of our Curriculum Offering
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Art & Photography
Art & Photography
WHY STUDY ART, CRAFT AND DESIGN?
This course requires an enthusiasm for the Visual Arts, imagination and an enquiring mind. You are encouraged to express your own artistic identity, and are expected to work with a high degree of independence and creativity, taking creative risks and exploring your own interests. The skills learnt through the course will equip you for future creative careers such as artist, architect, advertising illustrator, art director, art historian, art therapist, digital artist , animator, exhibition designer, interior designer, product designer, graphic designer, fashion designer or stage set designer to name but a few.“The Earth without ‘Art’ is Just ‘eh.” Demetri Martin. “Photography is the only language that can be understood anywhere in the world.” Bruno Barbey
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Applied Science
Applied Science
WHY BTEC APPLIED SCIENCE?
The intent is to develop the transferable and higher order skills, which are valued by higher education providers and employers through the development of cognitive and problem-solving skills, intra and interpersonal skills. Students will develop skills including how to plan investigations, collecting, analysing, and presenting data and communicating results which support some of the skills learners need to progress to higher education, employment, self-employment or training. This course covers Biology, Chemistry and Physics and includes a variety of assessment methods. This course investigates the principles of Science through practical's, experiments and investigative skills.“Science is just magic in real life” – Jason Ananda
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biology
Biology
WHY STUDY BIOLOGY?
The intent in studying A-Level Biology is to encourage a love for learning about the natural world. Students will cover a wide range of Biological processes over the course of two years, and will link these together to build up a broad understanding of the complex mechanisms within living organisms. Through a range of practical investigations students will develop skills to allow them to access Science courses at University. During the course students will identify where Biology links to careers and the wider world, developing a firm understanding of the scientific method."Biology gives you a brain. Life turns it into a mind"
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BTEC Business
BTEC Business
WHY STUDY BTEC BUSINESS?
BTEC Nationals are widely recognised by industry and higher
education as the signature vocational qualification at Level 3. They provide progression to the workplace either directly or via study at a higher level. Evidence comes from YouGov research, which shows that 62% of large companies have recruited employees with BTEC qualifications. What's more, well over 100,000 BTEC students apply to UK universities every year and their BTEC Nationals are accepted by over 150 UK universities and higher education institutes for relevant degree programmes either on their own or in combination with A Levels."I never dreamed about success - I worked for it"
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bUSINESS & Economics
Business & Economics
WHY STUDY BUSINESS?
This course offers a comprehensive education in business principles and practices, which can be advantageous for both academic and real-world applications. Firstly, Edexcel A Level Business provides a solid foundation in business concepts, equipping students with essential knowledge about marketing, finance, operations, and management. WHY STUDY ECONOMICS?
Economics is concerned with the production, consumption and transfer of wealth. Arguably, Economics ultimately underpins everything we humans do and studying the way in which people and markets interact can explain why people and governments act in certain ways."The difficulty lies not so much in developing new ideas, as in escaping from old ones"
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ChEmistry
Chemistry
WHY STUDY CHEMISTRY?
The intent for students studying A level Chemistry is to develop an appreciation of the scope of chemistry to influence our lives. Students will further their understanding and knowledge of physical, inorganic and organic chemistry. They will use practical sessions to deepen their grasp of chemical fundamentals and the scientific method. Students will learn to handle chemicals safely and understand the process of risk assessment. During the course students will be made aware of the large number of STEM careers that rely on an advanced qualification in chemistry."Every experiment is a question asked to the Universe"
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computing & IT
Computing & IT
WHY STUDY IT?
In-Demand Skills: Data analytics is increasingly critical across industries, making expertise in data management, analysis, and interpretation highly sought after by employers. Specialized Knowledge in Application Development: The focus on application development means that it's not a general computing course but rather one that hones skills in a rapidly growing area. You can express interest in acquiring the technical skills needed to design, develop, and manage applications - essential for roles in software engineering, mobile app development, and IT."Technology is best when it brings people together"
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Criminology
Criminology
WHY STUDY CRIMINOLOGY?
This is an applied qualification. This means that it is designed primarily to support learners progressing to university. Criminology enables learners to understand different types of crime, influences on perceptions of crime and why some crime goes unreported."Justice will not be achieved until those who are not hurt are just as indignant as those who are"
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Design & Technology
Design & Technology
WHY STUDY D&T?
Design and Technology is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject. The Eduqas Design and Technology A Level encourages learners to use creativity and imagination to develop and modify designs, and make prototypes that solve problems. Students are able to select their own topic area to develop through their coursework."Design is where Science and Art break even"
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English
English
WHY STUDY ENGLISH LITERATURE?
This A Level is an ideal choice for anyone who loves reading and books. Literature is interested in the big questions affecting human existence. It is also a highly respected A Level that can be instrumental in helping students gain university places in a variety of subjects. Students will also gain a great deal of academic prowess through a subject that promotes the development of transferable skills."To be or not to be, that is the question"
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Film Studies
Film Studies
WHY STUDY FILM STUDIES? For anyone passionate about history, texts and images -and how to interpret them - film studies is the ideal course. It offers you specialist preparation for jobs in the cinema and media industries, as well as more general training in essential skills, from constructing an argument to practical criticism. We're surrounded by narratives and pictures; film studies will give you the tools to understand and analyse them.
"Cinema is not only entertainment: it's the art and cultural product of our time"
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Forensic science
Forensic Science
WHY BTEC FORENSIC SCIENCE?
The BTEC Foundation Diploma in Forensic Science is designed to provide learners with an introduction to the scientific, analytical, and investigative skills required in forensic and criminal investigation fields. It serves as a stepping stone for further education or employment in science-based careers.“Wherever he steps, whatever he touches, whatever he leaves, even unconsciously, will serve as a silent witness against him"
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Maths & Further Mathematics
Maths & Further Mathematics
WHY STUDY MATHEMATICS?
A good general standard of mathematics and, in particular, good algebraic skills are needed for this course. Mathematics is of paramount importance to the physical and engineering sciences and very significant in the economic, social and biological sciences. WHY STUDY FURTHER MATHS?
A Level Further Mathematics is a particularly rigorous qualification. It is aimed at students who are considering reading Mathematics at University and as such the concepts are complex and a suitable candidate requires a significant ability and a real appetite for challenging Mathematics.“Pure mathematics is in its way, the poetry of logical ideas.” Albert Einstein
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Geography
Geography
WHY STUDY GEOGRAPHY?
Geography is the study of the Earth's landscapes, people, places and environments. It is, quite simply, about the world in which we live. Geography is unique in bridging the social sciences (human Geography) with the natural sciences (physical geography) teaching a variety of skills. The Russell Group define Geography as a key facilitating or hard subject, which opens up many degree options at degree level.“Geography is a subject which holds the key to our future.” Michael Palin
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Health & Social care
Health & Social Care
WHY STUDY HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE?
Health and Social Care covers a diverse range of elements focusing on human lifespan, psychology, physical disorders, working in care and supporting those with additional needs.“Education is for improving the lives of others and leaving your community and world better than you found it” Marian Wright Edelman
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History & Law
History & Law
WHY STUDY HISTORY?
Students will be taught the skills of understanding and analysing sources, recalling and selecting information, building a logical argument and developing sensitivity towards historical problems. Students also will be given opportunities to develop their research, presentation and communication skills. WHY STUDY LAW?
A level law will enable learners to develop an understanding of both public and private law within the law of England and Wales, and develop skills, which will prepare them for further undergraduate study and future careers.“History belongs to us all and by making space for all histories, we can perhaps begin to understand a much deeper, broader past” Helen Carr "No man is above the law, and no man is below it"
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Performing arts
Performing Arts
WHY STUDY BTEC PERFORMING ARTS?
The Performing Arts are art forms in which artists use their body or voice to convey artistic expression and include dance, music, opera, theatre, magic, spoken word, circus arts, recitation and musical theatre.
BTECs are work related qualifications suitable for a wide range of students, built to accommodate the needs of employers and allow progression to university. They provide a more practical, real-world approach to learning alongside a key theoretical background. They can be taken as well as, or in place of A levels in schools and colleges. BTEC' s are recognised by schools, colleges, universities, employers and professional bodies across the United Kingdom and in over 100 countries worldwide."Acting is behaving truthfully under imaginary circumstances"
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Physics
Physics
WHY STUDY PHYSICS?
To develop a deeper interest in Physics, enabling further study and/or careers associated with it. Students get to demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods. Their greater understanding will help them understand how society makes decisions about scientific issues based upon validated new knowledge and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society.“All religions, arts and sciences are branches of the same tree.” Albert Einstein
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Psychology & Sociology
Psychology & Sociology
WHY STUDY PSYCHOLOGY?
Psychology is an academic subject that enables our students to develop their knowledge of psychological issues, research studies, theories, and models in a range of topic areas. Psychology includes elements of many other disciplines including English Language, Mathematics, Computer Science, Biology, Business Studies, History and Geography. WHY STUDY SOCIOLOGY?
Sociology is the study of human and social relationships and institutions. Sociology's subject matter is diverse, ranging from crime to religion, the family to the state, to the shared beliefs of a common culture.“The function of Sociology, as of every science, is to reveal that which is hidden” Pierre Bourdieu
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Sport activity
Sport Activity
WHY STUDY SPORT ACTIVITY?
Students receive a well-rounded and full introduction to the world of PE, sport and sports science. This complete grounding in the subject provides a fantastic base from which to build when they move on to higher education, employment or further training.
Students can develop a range of practical skills, including communication using appropriate language, dealing with pressure, split second decision-making, analysing and evaluating performance, and more.“Sport is a universal language, building more bridges between people than anything else” Lord Sebastian Coe
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