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ENFIELD GRAMMAR SCHOOL

An Academy Trust

YOUR CHOICE

GCSE OPTIONS BOOKLET 2017

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Contents Page Core Examined Subjects Page No Letter to Students 3 Routes to Success 4 English Language 7 English Literature 8 Mathematics 9 GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy 10 GCSE Separate Science 11

Optional Subjects

Art, Craft and Design 13 GCSE Business 15 Vocational Business – Certificate in Personal Finance 17 Citizenship Studies 19 Computing - GCSE Computer Science 20 Computing - BTEC Information and Creative Technology 21 Design Technology – Graphic Products 22 Design Technology - Resistant Materials 24 Food Preparation and Nutrition 26 Geography 27 History 28 iMedia 31 Media Studies 32 Modern Foreign Languages – French & Spanish 33 Music 34 Physical Education 35 Religious Education 36

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Dear Year 9 student, You are about to make the most important decision in your school career so far. At the start of Year 10 you will begin to study the courses that will result in you gaining your first set of examined qualifications. These qualifications will then help you move onto your next step towards achieving your future aspirations. As a school, we want you to leave Year 11 with the best set of qualifications and to realise your potential. As a school we will give you advice and guidance along the way. The first step in this process is to make your option choices. It is important you get these important decisions right and it is why we believe that we should make these decisions together. At Enfield Grammar School we strive to provide a broad and balanced curriculum that offers a range of opportunities for all. We aim to maximise your engagement, progress and achievement. Our Key Stage 4 curriculum seeks to develop the talents of all and to build on the knowledge and skills you have already acquired at Key Stage 3. We want you to be in the position at the end of Year 11 to progress to Post 16 education and beyond. At Key Stage 4 everyone will study the compulsory Core subjects, but you have choices to make about the options subjects you wish to study. Our aim is to help you gain the best qualifications you can. To decide what you should aim at, we will look at your CATs Test Results, your Fischer Family Trust Expected Grades and the progress you have made will allow you to progress to Post-Sixteen Studies.

Route 1

Route 2 (English Baccalaureate)

Route 2 (Non-English Baccalaureate)

Compulsory Core subjects

One Vocational Level 2 course option

One GCSE option course


Ebacc options (Geography or History AND

French or Spanish)

Two GCSE option courses


Geography or History or French or Spanish

Three GCSE option courses

The information contained in this booklet is central to the process that will lead you to make the best possible option choices. I hope this booklet is useful in helping you make these important choices.

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Routes to Success Route 1

Core Curriculum (Compulsory)

Vocational Option (Choose one)

GCSE Option (Choose one)

English Maths

Science IFS Level 2 Finance

(non-examined)

PSHCE Religious Education Physical Education

Construction BTEC Computing

iMedia

Art, Craft & Design Business Studies

Citizenship Computer Science Food & Nutrition

French Geography Graphics

History Media Studies

Music Physical Education Religious Education Resistant Materials

Spanish

Route 2 - English Baccalaureate


Humanities Option

(Choose one)

Language Option

(Choose one)

GCSE Option (Choose two)

English Maths

Science

(non-examined) PSHCE

Religious Education Physical Education

Geography History

French Spanish






Spanish

Route 2 – Non - English Baccalaureate


Compulsory Option (Choose one)

GCSE Option (Choose three)

English Maths

Science

(non-examined) PSHCE

Religious Education Physical

Education

Geography History French Spanish






Spanish

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Will I Get the Subjects I Choose?

We will endeavour to give you your KS4 option choices, but this may not always be possible. This is why we ask you to select reserve choices from the list of options. Reasons for not getting first choices are:

There may also be more students wanting to take the subject than we can accommodate. If so, we will have to select those we think will benefit most from the course.

A course may have too few students to make it viable.

Your chosen combination cannot be fitted into the option blocks

Who Can Help Me Make My Choice?

Your form tutor

Your subject teachers at parents’ evening

Your Parent/Carer

Mr Latib Ali - Careers adviser

Mrs Burke - Deputy Headteacher

Mr D Alder - Deputy Headteacher

Mr Pieri - Assistant Headteacher

Ms Dakin - Year 9 Progress Leader

What Mistakes Should I Avoid in Choosing My Route?

Do not choose a subject just because you like the teacher you have this year; Do not take the easy option; Do not choose a subject just because all of your friends are choosing it.

Making the Right Choice

Future aspirations; Try to choose a range of subjects; Aim high; Find out what subject will help you with any career choices you have in mind; Choose subject that you enjoy and you feel you can be successful in.

Timeline - What Next?

Ongoing – Careers Interviews Ongoing - Guidance interviews with tutors / members of staff

Tuesday 31 January 2017 - Year 9 Parents Options Information Evening Thursday 9 February 2017 - Year 9 Parents Evening where you will have the opportunity to discuss possible GCSE options with your teachers. Friday 24 February 2017 - Options form return deadline

Individual re-selection meetings as required June 2017 - Option choices confirmed

Thinking Ahead to Key Stage Five

All of the Routes offered by Enfield Grammar School provide excellent progression to Key Stage Five.

The Russell Group produce an excellent guidebook called Informed Choices, which can be found on their website.

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Core Examined Subjects

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GCSE English Language

Level: 2 (Grades 9 to 1) Exam Board: AQA What Will I Learn?

Paper 1: Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing

Section A - Reading: one literature fiction text Section B - Writing: descriptive or narrative writing

Paper 2: Writers’ Viewpoint and Perspectives

Section A - Reading: one non-fiction text and one literary non-fiction text Section B - Writing: writing to present a viewpoint

Non-examination Assessment: Spoken Language

Presenting Responding to questions and feedback Use of Standard English

How Will I Learn? The course requires students to do very different things: from improvising for Spoken Language to rigorous study of exam technique. The teaching methods will vary accordingly. From September 2015 all assessment will be by final exams at the end of Year 11. The challenge for teachers is to provide an interesting and well signposted route to the final destination – the two exam papers outlined above. There will be time in Year 10 to develop students’ reading – especially their analytical responses – and their writing in terms of accuracy and style. Much of Year 11 will be devoted to the study of the English Literature exam texts. How Will I Be Assessed?

Paper 1 – 1 hour 45 minutes written exam (80 marks = 50% of GCSE) Paper 2 – 1 hour 45 minute written exam (80 marks = 50% of GCSE) Spoken Language – teacher assessed (0% weighting of GCSE)

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GCSE English Literature

Level: 2 (Grades 9 to 1) Exam Board: AQA What Will I Learn?

Paper 1: Shakespeare and the 19th century novel

Section A: students will answer one question on the Shakespeare play they have studies. They will be required to write in detail about an extract from the play and then to write about the play as a whole.

Section B: students will answer one question on the novel they have studied. They will be required to write in detail about an extract from the novel and then to write about the novel as a whole.

Paper 2: Modern texts and poetry

Section A Modern Texts: students answer one essay question on the modern prose or drama text they have studied.

Section B Poetry: students answer one comparative question on two poems.

Section C Unseen Poetry: students answer one question on an unseen poem and one question comparing this poem with another unseen poem.

How Will I Learn?

The challenge for students taking English Literature is to peak at the right time – to go into the final exams at the end of Year 11 with a detailed grasp of four different literary texts. The challenge for teachers of English Literature is to help students peak at the right time for the final exam, but to also provide a rich and wide ranging experience of the exam texts before they get there. Teaching methods will reflect these two aims and vary accordingly. English Language and English Literature are not timetabled as separate subjects; both are taught within the four English lessons per week. Most of the work in the exam texts for English Literature will be covered in Year 11 and students should reach the end of the course with detailed notes from which to prepare for the exams. How Will I Be Assessed?

Paper 1 – 1 hour 45 minute written exam (64 marks = 40% of GCSE) Paper 2 – 2 hour 15 minutes written exam (96 marks = 60% of GCSE)

Where Might It Lead?

Many careers require the skills developed in the study of English Language and Literature – analysis, judgement, explanation and evaluation. Universities call it a ‘facilitating subject’ and recognise that it is one of the subjects which provides opening into other areas of academic study and beyond.

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GCSE Mathematics

Level: 1 and 2 (Grade 9 to 1)

Exam Board: Pearson Edexcel

What Will I Learn?

Mathematics is a powerful form of communication and understanding, essential in almost all forms of employment. The department’s first objective is for pupils to acquire mathematical skills which they can relate to other studies and to the world outside school. While pursuing this objective, priority is also given to encouraging pupils to appreciate and enjoy mathematics as a study in its own right. The aims and objectives of the Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9 – 1) in Mathematics are to enable students to:

develop fluent knowledge, skills and understanding of mathematical methods and concepts

acquire, select and apply mathematical techniques to solve problems

reason mathematically, make deductions and inferences and draw conclusions

comprehend, interpret and communicate mathematical information in a variety of forms appropriate to the information and context.

Pupils might be asked, for instance, to answer questions on decorating a room, designing a garden, paying bills or sorting out rotas for shop staff.

How Will I Learn?

Mathematics is taught in sets, as we believe that pupils make the best progress when taught with others of similar ability. We regularly test the progress of the pupils. This may result is changes to the pupil’s set so that if they are misplaced then that can be rectified. The flexibility of set changes also encourages pupils to work harder to move up to a faster paced set as well as creating a healthy competition. All sets start the GCSE Mathematics syllabus in Year 9 as the new specification is very demanding this is the only way to give our students the best chance of success in GCSE’s. Students will be entered for their assessments in Year 11.

How Will I Be Assessed?

Pupils are assessed by exam at the end of year 11. Two papers with a calculator and one without. Each paper is 1 hour 30 mins long. At the higher level, pupils can gain grades 9 to 4; at the foundation level, they can gain grades 5 to 1.


A Level Mathematics is a broad-based course which includes Core Mathematics, Mechanics and Statistics. Elements of this course are useful in other areas, such as Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Geography and Psychology. We also offer students the opportunity to do Further Mathematics at A Level. Any pupils who have not achieved a good grade at GCSE will be expected to retake GCSE Mathematics.

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GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy

This is a double GCSE award. The Science GCSE topics start in Year 9 and follow the AQA specification. Your son will have completed a significant proportion of the combined GCSE course by the time he has finished Year 9. He will be assessed in this work and his attainment will be used to direct him to the appropriate pathway in year 10 to ensure he has every chance of making maximum progress at the end of Year 11.

Level: 2 (Grades 9 to 1) This double GCSE has a 17-point scale: 1–1 to 9–9 , where 9–9 is the best result, equivalent to the old double A* grade Exam Board: AQA Combined Science: Trilogy – Code 8464

What Will I Learn?

Biology Chemistry Physics Cell biology Organisation Infection and response Bioenergetics Homeostasis and response Inheritance, variation and evolution Ecology

Atomic structure and the periodic table Bonding, structure, and the properties of matter Quantitative chemistry Chemical changes Energy changes The rate and extent of chemical change Organic chemistry Chemical analysis Chemistry of the atmosphere Using resources

Forces Energy Waves Electricity Magnetism and electromagnetism Particle model of matter Atomic structure

How Will I Be Assessed? The assessment will be based on external exams take at the end of year 11. There will be 6 papers, 2 for each science. Each paper has a weighting of 60 marks and all are of one hour duration. Where Might it Lead? A level in Biology, Chemistry or Physics or a vocational A level in Science or Health and Social Care. There are also science-based courses in animal nursing, dental technology and electronics. Many jobs and careers start with a GCSE Science qualification, including medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, environmental studies, teaching, engineering and computing.

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GCSE Separate Sciences

This is a 3 GCSE course. This course adds more detail to all three sciences and Pupils who excel will be offered the opportunity to take the Separate Science GCSE courses Level: 2 (Grades 9 to 1) Exam Board: AQA What Will I Learn?

Biology Chemistry Physics

Cell biology Organisation Infection and response Bioenergetics Homeostasis and response Inheritance, variation and evolution Ecology

Atomic structure and the periodic table Bonding, structure, and the properties of matter Quantitative chemistry Chemical changes Energy changes The rate and extent of chemical change Organic chemistry Chemical analysis Chemistry of the atmosphere Using resources

Forces Energy Waves Electricity Magnetism and electromagnetism Particle model of matter Atomic structure

How Will I Be Assessed? The assessment will be based on external exams take at the end of year 11. There will be 6 papers, 2 for each science. Each paper has a weighting of 100 marks and all are of 105 minutes duration.

Where Might it Lead? GCE AS or A level in Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Science in a vocational context. For example, a vocational A level in Science or Health and Social Care. There are also science-based courses in animal nursing, dental technology and electronics. Many jobs and careers start with a GCSE Science qualification, including medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, environmental studies, teaching, engineering and computing.

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Optional Subjects

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GCSE Art, Craft and Design

Level: 2 (Grades 9 to 1) Exam Board: Edexcel What Will I Learn? The emphasis in this GCSE is on the process of developing artistic ideas and work. Students will learn to understand and implement the assessment criteria for the subject. They will further their knowledge of the formal elements of Art, Craft and Design and improve their observations of the world around them, both visually and through written annotation. Students will develop their ability to investigate and experiment using a wide range of artistic materials, processes and technology. The will be able to adapt and refine ideas from an observed object into a personal final response to a given theme. Students will begin to extend their imaginative powers and their understanding of artists, designers and craftspeople as well as the importance of the place of Art and Design in historical and contemporary society. We encourage students who have shown a genuine interest in art at Key Stage 3 to opt for GCSE Art, Craft and Design. Students must be dedicated and passionate about the subject and be eager to visit galleries and museums in their own time. Students will be expected to apply excellent effort in all work completed in class and at home, ensuring that they meet deadlines on time. Students should be fully equipped for lessons and are expected to purchase their own supply of basic art materials for use in class and at home. How Will I Learn? Students follow the EDEXCEL unendorsed specification of Art, Craft and Design. This pathway enables them to work in at least two disciplines from the endorsed titles, which means that they have the opportunity to work in a wider variety of techniques and processes. The specific skills pupils develop will vary depending on the area of study chosen – for example, graphic design, photography, or fine art. It should be remembered, however, that the same principles and skills of Art, Craft and Design apply, whether pupils see themselves as painters, fashion designers, film-makers or sculptors. How Will I Be Assessed? The Course is structured as follows:

Students have one unit of coursework which accounts for 60% of their total GCSE marks. The GCSE coursework is divided into 4 x 45 hour projects with only the best of their projects submitted as their personal portfolio of work.

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The second unit of work is an Externally set Assignment which will account for 40% of the

total GCSE marks. The theme for the Externally Set Assignment varies each year and the

students are given a preparatory period of study that covers all the assessment objectives.

The Externally set assignment culminates in an exam wherein students complete 10 hours

of unaided work.

Both units of work are internally marked by the Art department and externally moderated by a representative of the exam board. Students have their art displayed to aid moderation. Where Might It Lead? There are many things students can go on to do with a GCSE in Art. Students who complete coursework to a high standard, show aptitude for understanding the work of other artists as well as developing reflective ideas and personal responses will be encouraged to continue their studies towards AS/A Level Art & Design or a vocational qualification in a related subject. This might lead to a career in a field such as advertising, marketing, design, architecture, publishing or the media. The study of Art develops transferable skills that can be taken into any career or creative occupation.

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GCSE Business Level: GCSE (Grades 9-1) Exam Board: Edexcel What Will I Learn? You’ll start by exploring the world of small businesses through the lens of an entrepreneur. How and why do business ideas come about? What makes a successful business? You’ll learn how to develop an idea, spot an opportunity and turn it into a successful business. You will understand how to make a business effective, manage money and see how the world around us affects small businesses and all the people involved. Then you’ll move on to investigating business growth. How does a business develop beyond the start-up phase? You’ll learn about key business concepts and issues and decisions you need to make when growing a business and working in a global business. You’ll learn about meeting customer needs, making marketing, operational, financial and human resourcing decisions and you’ll explore how the wider world impacts the business as it grows. How Will I Learn? The department uses a variety of teaching methods. These include: pair and group work; guest speakers and visits; class discussion; audio-visual aids; case studies; past exam papers and writing business plans. How Will I Be Assessed?

Paper 1 – Theme 1: Investigating small business

Paper 2 – Theme 2: Building a business

Written exam: 90 minutes, 90 marks

50% of the total GCSE

Multiple choice, calculation, short – answer and extended – writing questions

There are three sections in the paper.

Each section is ramped, starting with multiple choice questions, moving to short answer questions and ending with extended writing. Sections B and C are based on real life, relevant business contexts and examples.

Written exam: 90 minutes, 90 marks

50% of the total GCSE

Multiple choice, calculation, short – answer and extended – writing questions

There are three sections in the paper.

Each section is ramped, starting with multiple choice questions, moving to short answer questions and ending with extended writing. Sections B and C are based on real life, relevant business contexts and examples.

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Where Might It Lead? Business Studies is a good foundation for pupils intending to move on to work-based training after Year 11, as it covers many work-related issues. Business Studies also provides excellent progression to the Sixth Form. We offer popular courses in Business Studies and Economics at AS and A2 level, while vocational courses are available at both Levels 2 and 3. We also offer additional qualifications run by the IFS Universities and Further Education Colleges offer a growing variety of qualifications in Economics, Business Management, Finance, Accountancy and specific vocational areas. Pupils considering careers in Finance, Banking, Accountancy, Law, Civil Service, Retailing, Insurance, Marketing and Administration will find this course beneficial.

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Vocational Business IFS Level 2 Certificate in Personal Finance (CPF2)

Assessment: 3 Exams

Exam board: Institute of Financial Studies

What Will I Learn? You will gain knowledge about the practical and legal constraints on the sources and uses

of money, the methods of organising your money through personal budgeting, the

considered use of appropriate bank and building society accounts and the concepts and

consequences of overspending or payment default.

Unit 1 – Personal Financial Encounters (PFE)

PFE aims to increase your understanding of the sources of money and the importance of budgetary control, enabling you to make informed decisions about your finances.

Unit 2 – Money Management Solutions (MMS)

The aim of MMS is to develop your understanding of the banking systems available to you. This will enable you to make informed choices about your bank accounts and spending decisions.

Unit 3 – Personal Finance Management (PFMA)

The aim of PFMA is to increase your understanding of personal finance, taking into account affordability, choice and protection.

How Will I Learn?

All students will receive lessons that meet their needs. From time to time there will be guest speakers. Educational visits to businesses will be organised to enhance students’ learning opportunities. All students are provided with an easy-to-use guide for completing their coursework units. How Will I Be Assessed?

Unit 1 – Personal Financial Encounters (PFE)

PFE is assessed by a single 30-minute objective test that comprises 30 multiple choice questions (MCQs): 18 stand-alone multiple-choice questions and four sets of stimulus material each with 3 associated questions.

Unit 2 - Money Management Solutions (MMS)

MMS is assessed by a single 30-minute objective test that comprises 30 multiple choice questions (MCQs): 18 stand-alone multiple-choice questions and four sets of stimulus material each with 3 associated questions.

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Unit 3 - Personal Finance Managements (PFM)

PFM is assessed by a single 30-minute objective test that comprises 20 multiple-choice questions (MCQs): 10 stand-alone multiple-choice questions and 2 sets of stimulus material each with 5 associated questions.


Successful completion of this course will allow you to develop skills needed for the business

world. This also allows for progression onto further Level 3 study in Business Studies.

Upon completion of the level 2 cetificate you will be in a good position to study the ifs Level 3 Certificate in Financial Studies (CeFS) or ifs University College Level 3 Diploma in Financial Studies (DipFS).

CeFS has been designed to encourage students to be inspired to meet their lifestyle aspirations and teaches students to become responsible borrowers, sensible savers and have an appreciation of the need for financial planning throughout their lives.

DipFS has been designed to inspire students to meet their lifestyle aspirations through applying appropriate solutions from the wide range available within the evolving financial services marketplace

http://www.ifslearning.ac.uk/financial-capability/Qualifications/CeFS.aspx

http://www.ifslearning.ac.uk/financial-capability/Qualifications/CeFS.aspx

http://www.ifslearning.ac.uk/financial-capability/Qualifications/DipFS.aspx

http://www.ifslearning.ac.uk/financial-capability/Qualifications/DipFS.aspx

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GCSE Citizenship Studies Level: 2 (Grades 9 to 1) Exam Board: AQA What Will I Learn?

01. Citizenship skills, processes and methods 02. Life in modern Britain 03. Rights and responsibilities 04. Politics and participation 05. Active Citizenship Two exam papers: Paper 1 Section A: Active Citizenship Section B: Politics And Participation Paper 2 Section A: Life in modern Britain

Section B: Rights and responsibilities How Will I Learn?

A range of teaching and learning methods will be used. These will include pair and group work, active campaigning methods, practising advocacy skills, organising events, practising writing skills and analysing sources. How Will I Be Assessed? 100% exam Where Might It Lead?

Many careers require the skills which are developed when studying Citizenship. These include advocacy, debating, analysis, explanation and evaluation. It is particularly useful for those interested in law, politics and the media.

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Computing - GCSE Computer Science

You will be advised which Computer Science option is the most suitable for you

Level: 2 (Grades 9 to 1)

Exam Board: AQA

What will I learn?

Alongside key Computer Science concepts and terminology, you will learn how to program through the programming language Python and be exposed to numerous others, including C++, Java, SQL, HTML, JavaScript, PHP and CSS. Computer components, networking, cryptography and binary mathematics also feature in this newly created course which will provide you with a firm grounding in a subject and skills which are transferable to all aspects of life and work.

How will I learn?

The first term involves a programming boot camp, where you will learn how to breakdown and solve complicated problems and scenarios before translating them into a computer readable format. During the second year you will apply this in your controlled assessment. From the next term onwards, the focus will switch to theoretical concepts and challenges. Learning will be recorded in exercise books at all stages, with controlled assessment being completed and submitted digitally.

How will I be assessed?

Unit Assessment %

Principles of Computer Science Paper based exam 75

Practical programming Scenario based controlled

assessment

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Where might it lead?

This course leads directly into Computer Science/ICT further study at A Level and/or employment including entry level jobs in programming and debugging. Employers and Universities have been pushing for this course to be run and as such is in demand nationally.

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Computing - BTEC Information and Creative Technology

You will be advised which Computer Science option is the most suitable for you

Level: 2 (Certificate grades Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction*)

Exam Board: Edexcel

What will I learn?

Alongside learning key ICT concepts and terminology, you will broaden and enhance your ICT skills and capability. Each unit (listed in the table below) provides you with a different set of skills and exposes you to potential specialisms within the ICT industry.

How will I learn?

Over the two years you will hone your computer based skills and theoretical knowledge before completing numerous assessment tasks provided. Initially, the focus will be on the two exam elements of the course, with the aim of completing them within the first two terms. Learning will be recorded in exercise books at all stages, with controlled assessment being completed and submitted digitally.


Unit Assessment %

1: The online world Computer based exam 12.5

2: Technology systems Computer based exam 12.5

3: A digital portfolio Controlled assessment 12.5

9: Spreadsheet development Controlled assessment 12.5

10: Database development Controlled assessment 25

13: Website development Controlled assessment 25

CompTia Strata – PC Functionality Specialist - computer based certification

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CompTia Strate – PC Technology Specialist - computer based certification

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Where might it lead?

This course leads directly into ICT further study at A Level, BTEC Level 3 and/or employment. The course covers a range of transferable skills that are highly desirable in numerous areas of industry and includes specialist certification to help you gain an advantage.

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GCSE Design and Technology – Graphic Products Level: 2 (Grades 1 to 9) Exam Board: AQA What Will I Learn? The GCSE Design and Technology will prepare students to become confident and successful learners in an increasingly technological world. Students will gain awareness and learn from the wider influences on Design and Technology including historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic factors. Students will have the opportunity to work creatively when designing and making using papers and boards and apply technical and practical expertise. The course allows students to study core technical principles and designing and making principles, which includes a broad range of design processes, materials, techniques and equipment. Students will also study the specialist technical principles of Graphic Products in more depth such as: sketching, 3-D drawing, shading, rendering and modelling, as well as ICT skills and computer-aided design. Students will learn about graphic products in the commercial world, including the materials, manufacturing processes and environmental implications involved. Students will also learn mathematical and scientific knowledge and understanding in relation to Design and Technology.

How Will I Learn? Students will learn technical skills through a series of short projects and focused tasks in response to a design brief. Students complete research tasks to explore the core technical principles, specialist technical principles and designing and making principles. They will look at both historical and contemporary design to inform their ideas. Students have the opportunity to learn through engaging in a variety of practical tasks. How Will I Be Assessed? 50% written exam of 2 hours which assesses the core technical principles, specialist technical principles and design and making principles of Design and Technology. Maths and Science knowledge also contributes 15%. 50% NEA (Non-Exam Assessment). This consists of one practical activity wherein students develop a brief in response to a contextual challenge set by the exam board which is released on June 1st in the year before the submission. Student will produce a prototype and portfolio of evidence which will be internally marked and externally moderated by the exam board.

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Where Might It Lead? Students can continue the Design and Technology pathway by completing the AS and A Level Product Design course. This course would enable students to further their knowledge and understanding of the subject post GCSE. Design and Technology can set students up for a career in a myriad of industries such as architecture, engineering, information technology, creative and media industries, product design, advertising and marketing. Studying Design Technology can also help to gain the transferrable skills of logical thinking, research, planning, ICT, problem solving and teamwork as well as the specialist technical skill which will enable students to be successful in a wide range of careers and occupations.

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GCSE Design and Technology – Resistant Materials Level: 2 (Grades 1 to 9) Exam Board: AQA What Will I Learn? The GCSE Design and Technology will prepare students to become confident and successful learners in an increasingly technological world. Students will gain awareness and learn from the wider influences on Design and Technology including historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic factors. Students will have the opportunity to work creatively when designing and making using timber, metal-based materials and polymers and apply technical and practical expertise. The course allows students to study core technical principles and designing and making principles, which includes a broad range of design processes, materials, techniques and equipment. Students will also study the specialist technical principles of Resistant Materials in more depth such as: levers, linkages and rotary systems. They will learn how to select and use specialist tools and equipment including hand tools, machinery, digital design and manufacture for timber, metal-based materials and polymers. They will also learn how to use the machinery and equipment safely to protect themselves and others from harm. Students will learn about Resistant Materials in the commercial world, including the materials, manufacturing processes and environmental implications involved. Students will also learn mathematical and scientific knowledge and understanding in relation to Design and Technology.

How Will I Learn? Students will learn technical skills through a series of short projects and focused tasks in response to a design brief. Students complete research tasks to explore the core technical principles, specialist technical principles and designing and making principles. They will look at both historical and contemporary design to inform their ideas. Students have the opportunity to learn through engaging in a variety of practical tasks. How Will I Be Assessed? 50% written exam of 2 hours which assesses the core technical principles, specialist technical principles and design and making principles of Design and Technology. Maths and Science knowledge also contributes 15%. 50% NEA (Non-Exam Assessment). This consists of one practical activity wherein students develop a brief in response to a contextual challenge set by the exam board which is released on June 1st in the year before the submission. Student will produce a prototype

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and portfolio of evidence which will be internally marked and externally moderated by the exam board. Where Might It Lead? Students can continue the Design and Technology pathway by completing the AS and A Level Product Design course. This course would enable students to further their knowledge and understanding of the subject post GCSE. Design and Technology can set students up for a career in a myriad of industries such as architecture, engineering, information technology, creative and media industries, product design and construction. Studying Design Technology can also help to gain the transferrable skills of logical thinking, research, planning, ICT, problem solving and teamwork as well as the specialist technical skill which will enable students to be successful in a wide range of careers and occupations.

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GCSE - Food Preparation and Nutrition

Level 2 (Grades 9 to 1) Exam Board: AQA What Will I Learn? Having studied Cooking & Nutrition throughout Year 9, you will further develop and embed your knowledge, understanding and skills of how to cook and apply the principles of food science, nutrition and healthy eating. You will be taught skills in culinary technique, time management, organisation, costing and meal planning. You will learn about the functional properties of food, such as gelatinisation and coagulation and gain a sound knowledge of the relationship between diet, nutrition and health. Social, economic, ethical, cultural and environmental influences on food will be covered. You will explore a range of ingredients and processes from different culinary traditions (traditional British and International) to inspire new ideas for food dishes. How Will I Learn? The majority of the course will involve practical activities (cooking and food preparation) that develop twelve Skill Areas e.g. ‘Use of Equipment’ or ‘Cooking Methods’. You will produce project work to support this, sometimes using ICT, learning techniques to communicate your understanding clearly. To learn, you will work in pairs, or as part of a small group but mainly, you will work independently.

How Will I Be Assessed? 50% written exam (1 hour 45 minutes). 50% NEA (Non-Exam Assessment). This consists of two tasks:

1. A Food Investigation (1,500 – 2,000 word report) worth 15%. This involves practical work.

2. Food Preparation Assessment worth 35%. Students plan, prepare, cook and present a three course menu, with supporting written work.

Where Might It Lead? In addition to learning essential life skills, as well as valuable transferable skills, you could pursue a career in the Hospitality & Catering industry and train to become a chef, a restauranteur, a food critic, a patissier, a contract caterer – there are many opportunities. There are local Higher Education colleges offering a variety of courses in order to pursue your career path. You could develop new food products and be a Food Technologist, or Home Economist or work within a specialist field like a Sports Nutritionist. The sky’s the limit!!

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GCSE Geography

Level 2 (Grades 9 to 1)

Exam Board: AQA

Overview:

We study geography in a balanced framework of physical and human themes and investigate the link between them. Students will explore case studies in the United Kingdom (UK), newly emerging economies (NEEs) and lower income countries (LICs). Topics of study include climate change, poverty, deprivation, global shifts in economic power and the challenge of sustainable resource use. Students are also encouraged to understand their role in society, by considering different viewpoints, values and attitudes.

Upon completion of this two-year course, students will have the skills and experience to progress onto A-level and beyond.

What Will I Learn?

Paper 1: Living with the physical environment

The challenge of natural hazards

Physical landscapes in the UK

The living world

Geographical skills Paper 2: Challenges in the human environment Paper 2: Challenges in the human environment

Urban issues and challenges

The changing economic world

The challenge of resource management

Geographical skills 3: Geographical applications Paper 3: Geographical applications

Issue evaluation

Fieldwork

Geographical skills


Paper 1: Written exam, 1 hour 30 minutes, 88 marks, 35% of GCSE Paper 2: Written exam, 1 hour 30 minutes, 88 marks, 35% of GCSE Paper 3: Written exam based on pre-release resources available from 15 March in the year of the exam, 1 hour, 76 marks, 30% of GCSE Where Might It Lead?

Geography is offered at A Level in the school (AQA syllabus) and can be part of an Arts, Social Science or Science course, at this stage or in Higher Education.

Geography is held in high regard by employers and is useful in a wide variety of jobs and professions, beyond those specific to the subject, such as surveying, planning, cartography. Former students have followed courses in Further and Higher Education and entered careers in Finance, Industry, Law, Teaching, Journalism, Civil Service and Local Government.

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GCSE History Level 2 (Grades 9 to 1) Exam Board: EDEXCEL (Subject to OFQAL accreditation) What Will I Learn?

The course is divided into three parts: Paper 1: Warfare through time; Paper 2: Anglo-Saxon & Norman England; The Cold War and Paper 3: Germany 1918-39. The course thus affords the opportunity to study a wide range of eras, peoples and events that offer insights into our world. The hope is to encourage pupils to explore how the history of the world is one of many interconnections, with common threads throughout as to the nature of humanity. We also hope that the course will allow pupils to see just how history can liberate you- by showing just how different things have been and so could be in the future. Below is an on outline of the course content. Paper 1: Warfare through time, c1250 - present (30%) Content overview This comprises a thematic study (Warfare and British society, c1250 - present) and a study of a historic environment (London and the Second World War, 1939 - 45) Below is an example of the types of focus within this course: Warfare and British society in the modern era 1900 to present: 1. The Nature of Warfare ● Continuity and change in the composition of the army, including the growth of a logistics corps and specialised bomb disposal units. ● The impact on warfare of developments in weaponry, transport and surveillance, including machine guns, tanks, chemical and nuclear weapons, the use of radar and aircraft. The impact of computerised high-tech warfare. The increasing use of motor and air transport and aerial support. Dealing with guerrilla warfare in the twenty-first century. 2. The Experience of War ● The recruitment and training of combatants, including the introduction of conscription, national service and the development of a professional army. ● The impact of war on civilians, including recruitment and the organisation of a Home Front during the First and Second World Wars and fear of nuclear war post-1945. Attitudes to conscientious objectors. The influence of war reporting in the period on attitudes, including increased concern for casualties. Government use of censorship and propaganda in wartime.

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3. Case Studies ● The Western Front during the First World War and the Battle of the Somme, 1916: the nature of trench warfare; reasons for the outcome of the Somme; role of General Haig. ● The Iraq War 2003: reasons for its outcome; use of high-tech weaponry and surveillance techniques. A similar focus applies to the following periods: c1250 - c1500: Medieval warfare and English society c1500 - c1700: Warfare and English society in the early modern period c1700 - c1900: Warfare and British society in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries c1250–c1500: Medieval warfare and English society Part 2: London and the Second World War, 1939 - 45c50–c1500: Medieval warfare and Paper 2: Period study and British depth study (40%) Content Overview Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, c1060 - 88 Key topic 1: Anglo-Saxon England and the Norman Conquest, 1060 - 66 Key topic 2: William I in power: securing the kingdom 1066 - 87 Key topic 3: Norman England, 1066–88 Superpower relations and the Cold War 1941 - 91 Key topic 1: The origins of the Cold War 1941 - 58 Key topic 2: Cold War Crises 1958 - 70 Key topic 3: The end of the Cold War 1970 - 91 Paper 3: Modern depth study - The USA, 1954 - 75: conflict at home and abroad - (30%) Key topic 1: The development of the civil rights movement 1954 -60 Key topic 2: Protest, Progress and Radicalism 1960 – 75 Key topic 3: US involvement in the Vietnam War 1954 – 75 Key topic 4: Reactions to, and the end of, US involvement in Vietnam, 1964 – 75

Skills

You will develop a range of skills including explaining historical events; judging different interpretations of history; and evaluating sources.

How Will I Be Assessed? Paper 1: Warfare through time, c1250 - present Written examination: 1 hour and 15 minutes - 30%* of the qualification

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Paper 2: Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, c1060 - 88 Superpower relations and the Cold War, 1941 - 91 Written examination: 1 hour and 45 minutes - 40%* of the qualification Paper 3: The USA, 1954 - 75: conflict at home and abroad Written examination: 1 hour and 15 minutes - 30%* of the qualification


Many careers require the skills developed when studying History, as these require analysis, judgement, explanation and evaluation. Universities call it a ‘facilitating subject’, meaning that it is one of the subjects which provides the most opportunities and flexibility. It is also life-enriching – enabling an appreciation and understanding of the world we live in today.

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iMedia Level: 2 (Pass/Merit/Distinction and Distinction*) Exam Board: OCR

What Will I Learn?

You will learn a variety of Creative I-Media skills through the completion of 8 individual units of study. These include the following:

2 Mandatory Units R081 – Pre production skills (exam) R082 - Creating digital graphics

6 Optional Units R083 – Creating 2D and 3D digital characters R084 – Storytelling with a comic strip R086 – Digital animation R089 – Creating a digital video sequence R090 – Digital Photography R092 – Developing digital games.

How Will I Learn?

A range of teaching and learning methods will be used. For example, pair and group work; studying written and audio-visual resources; and analysing existing products. You will develop a range of skills, including how to carry out relevant research, analysis and evaluation, production planning and working to a client brief. In addition, you will learn the basic skills needed to use the following computer software packages: Power Point, Adobe Photoshop, Comic Life, Windows Movie Maker, Scratch, I Can Animate and many more.


This is an e-portfolio diploma course with 8 individual units which are assessed online after the completion of each unit. Grades are awarded at Level 1 and 2 in the form of a Pass, merit, Distinction or Distinction*, depending on the marks achieved in each unit.

You will complete a number of Controlled Assessment tasks within a specific time frame and will be allowed only on re-submission of any given unit after a summative assessment has been completed and feedback given by your teacher. There are 7 units to complete in this way.

The 8th unit is an externally assessed public exam, which students can sit in January or June of each year. Students may re-sit examinations up to 3 times and the best result will be taken into consideration before awarding an overall grade for the course.


Many of the skills developed in Creative I Media are transferable to a wide range of career paths. They include the ability to analyse, explain, evaluate, plan and communicate in visual, verbal or written form with others. Creative I Media will enable students to explore the digital media world and could lead on to any number of specialist courses, degrees or careers. These include Photography, Graphic Design, Video or Audio Technology, Animation, Game Creation, Character Design or Comic Strip Creation.

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GCSE Media Studies

Level: 2 (Grades A* to G) Exam Board: AQA What Will I Learn? You will learn to respond to media texts using the key concepts of genre, media language, representation, audience and institution. You will develop design, planning and organisational skills through using IT and audio-visual equipment to make your own media products, such as adverts, trailers, newspapers and magazines. You will also learn how to present a pitch to a client; how to undertake research; and how to evaluate your own work. How Will I Learn? As well as using practical skills, you will be writing in response to media texts; producing, for example, an analysis of a film trailer you have been shown. How Will I Be Assessed? Double Award – Most students will be entered for the single award; all units (3 coursework + 1 exam to be taken in Year 11. Some will be selected to take the Double Award, in which case you will complete three assignments in Year 10, each of which has several elements. These are taken from an assessment bank set by the board. In Year 11, you will respond to a media brief: you may, for example, be asked to produce a media campaign on road safety. Externally set exams are taken in the summer of Years 10 and 11. Each written paper is ninety minutes long. Where Might It Lead? Media Studies links in with many other subjects. It shares knowledge and skills with English, Business Studies, Art, ICT and History/Politics in particular. You should be able to develop your understanding of these subjects through Media Studies and vice-versa. Many of our former pupils have gone on to take up careers in film-making, advertising, journalism (broadcast and print) and web design. All of these, however, took Media Studies A Level and most went on to study at a higher level within their chosen field.

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GCSE Modern Foreign Languages – French & Spanish

Level: 2 (Grades 9 to 1) Exam Board: AQA What Will I Learn? Students study the language skills of Reading & Translation, Listening, Speaking, Grammar, and Writing across three broad themes on which the assessments are based:

1. Theme 1: Identity and culture 2. Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of interest 3. Theme 3: Current and future study and employment

How Will I Learn? A range of teaching and learning methods will be used. For example, pair and group work; studying written and audio-visual resources; role playing; and practising various skills such as Grammar (knowledge and understanding of grammatical structures), Reading (understand and

respond to written language including translation) Writing (communicate in writing) Speaking (communicate and interact in speech) & Listening (understand and respond to spoken language). How Will I Be Assessed? The language skills are tested separately and are weighted equally in the following papers:

Paper 1 - Listening (25% ) Paper 2 - Speaking (25% ) Paper 3 - Reading (25% ) Paper 4 - Writing (25%)

Where Might It Lead? Language skills combine well with other subjects, for example Science or Business, to give you an edge. You might even earn more. Once you have a language, employers know that learning another, should they require it, is easier. You will be able to take it on to A Level and perhaps even continue it with other subjects at university.

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GCSE Music Level: 2 (Grades 9 to 1) Exam Board: AQA What Will I Learn?

Performance (30%)

You will record two piece of music; one as a solo performer and one as part of an ensemble.

Composition (30%)

You will submit two compositions during the course. The first is a free composition in which you can write in any styles and for any ensemble. The second is a composition to a brief, set by the exam board in the second year of your programme.

Music History and Analysis (40%)

The exam will contain questions on musical appreciation and the ability to recognise musical elements in unfamiliar pieces. There will be a longer, essay style, question on some suggested listening areas of study.

How Will I Learn?

Through a wide variety of projects which combine performance, composition and analytical tasks. Much of your learning will be based on using your instruments in lessons to analyse the pieces and learn techniques.


Performance

One solo performance (you can use a single sound source as backing i.e. a backing track). One ensemble performance.

Composition

One free composition in any style, genre and for any instrumental ensemble. One composition to a brief set by the exam board in your final year of certification.

History and Analysis

Written paper sat at the end of the GCSE in the Summer.


Further musical study (A Level Music, A Level Music Technology)

Into any career that requires analysis, creativity, self-discipline, evaluation skills, teamwork and an ability to work to tight deadlines.

Those who that have studied Music work in many fields from Education and Law to Accountancy and Finance.

Performing music also helps students to develop the confidence and communication skills, which are essential for any future career.

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GCSE Physical Education Level: 2 (Grades 9 to 1) Exam Board: Edexcel (Specification 2PE01) What Will I Learn?

Component 1: Fitness and Body Systems Component 2: Health and Performance

Component 3: Practical Performance Component 4: Personal Exercise Programme (PEP) How Will I Learn?

A range of teaching and learning methods will be used. For example, pair and group work; study of written and audio-visual resources; role playing; and practising writing skills during theory lessons. Students will follow a programme of practical sports over the two-year course to allow them a choice of sports to work on


Component 1: Fitness and Body Systems Written examination: 1 hour and 45 minutes 36% of the qualification 90 marks Content overview Topic 1: Applied anatomy and physiology, Topic 2: Movement analysis Topic 3: Physical training Topic 4: Use of data Component 2: Health and Performance Written examination: 1 hour and 15 minutes 24% of the qualification 70 marks Content overview Topic 1: Health, fitness and well-being Topic 2: Sport psychology Topic 3: Socio-cultural influences Topic 4: Use of data Component 3: Practical Performance Non-examined assessment: internally marked and externally moderated 30% of the qualification 105 marks (35 marks per activity) Content overview Skills during individual and team activities General performance skills Component 4: Personal Exercise Programme (PEP) Non-examined assessment: internally marked and externally moderated 10% of the qualification 20 marks Content overview Aim and planning analysis Carrying out and monitoring the PEP Evaluation of the PEP


As well as being the ideal preparation for the A Level Physical Education course, GCSE PE allows for progression to related vocational qualifications such as BTEC Firsts and Nationals in Sport or Sport and Exercise Sciences. The course develops the transferable skills and key skills that employers are looking for and can lead to a wide variety of employment opportunities. These include further training in such areas as recreational management, leisure activities, coaching, officiating, the fitness industry, the armed forces and the Civil Service.

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GCSE Religious Education Level: 2 (Grades 9 - 1) Exam Board: AQA Full Course 8062 What Will Pupils Learn? The course is divided into two parts:

1. The study of religions 2. The study of four themes linked to religious, philosophical and ethical studies:

1. Religion, Peace and Conflict 2. Religion, Humans Rights and Social Justice 3. Religion and life 4. Existence of God and Revelation

What Skills Will Pupils Develop? Pupils will develop a range of skills, including analytical and philosophical skills, which are highly regarded by Russell Group universities. Throughout the course pupils are encouraged to research, debate and evaluate religious texts and sources of information, enabling them to develop their independent and critical thinking of contemporary issues. The study of RS enables pupils to widen their understanding of the key facts and issues in relation to religions and society. It is a safe space for dialogue, a place to raise questions and challenge given truths. They will have the opportunity to develop self-esteem while examining their personal thoughts and opinions.

How Will Pupils Learn?

A range of teaching and learning methods will be used. For example: pair and group work; studying written and audio-visual resources; role playing; practising writing skills; and studying religious and non-religious sources of information.

How Will Pupils Be Assessed?

Written Paper 1 - Pupils have to answer questions about two religions (50%)

Written Paper 2 - Pupils have to answer questions related to four themes religious, philosophical and ethical studies (50%)

Where Might It Lead? The study of RS enables pupils to critically and independently understand both sides of complex moral and ethical debates. It has strong links with History, Sociology and Philosophy and enhances literacy skills. These skills are important in many careers, as the graph on the next page shows.

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COURSE CODES

Core Subjects Code

English Language AQA 8700 English Literature AQA 8702

Mathematics Edexcel 1MA1

GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy AQA 8464

GCSE Separate Sciences AQA

Option Subjects Code

Art, Craft and Design Edexcel 1ADO Business Studies Edexcel

Vocational Business – Certificate in Personal Finance IFS CPF2

Citizenship AQA 8100

Computing – GCSE Computer Science AQA Computing - BTEC Information and Creative Technology Edexcel 600/6071/2

Design Technology – Graphics AQA 8552

Design Technology – Resistant Materials AQA 8552

Food Preparation and Nutrition AQA Geography AQA 9030

History Edexcel 1H10

I Media OCR 04308

Media Studies AQA 4814 Modern Foreign Languages – French & Spanish AQA 8658 – French

AQA 8698 - Spanish Music AQA 8271

Physical Education Edexcel 2PE01

Religious Education AQA 8062

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