information booklet for students joining in september 2021
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Information booklet for students joining in September
2021
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Contents:
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3 Introduction
4 Level 3 Pathways
5 Continued and Level 2 Pathway
6 Btec Applied Science
7 BTEC Art and Design
8 IB Biology
9 BTEC Business Studies
10 IB Chemistry
11 BTEC Computing
12 WJEC Criminology
13 IB Geography
14 IB Global Politics
15 IB History
16 IB Mathematics Application and Interpretation
17 BTEC Performing Arts
18 IB Psychology
19 BTEC Sports and Exercise Science
20 IB DP Core
21 IB CP Core
22 Notes and Questions
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Introduction
We are delighted to welcome you to The Malling School Sixth Form. At our Sixth Form
we have 3 proposed academic pathways, our current Level 3 pathway is The
International Baccalaureate Careers Programme (IB CP), we are also currently a
candidate school* for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP).
*The Malling School is a candidate school* for the Diploma Programme. This school is pursuing
authorization as an IB World School. IB World Schools share a common philosophy- a commitment to
high-quality, challenging, international education- that we believe is important for our students.
* Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the
Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), or
the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be
granted
Our bespoke Level 2 certificate. All 3 pathways have the requirements to prepare our
students for their futures and our students secure their first-choice universities,
apprenticeships, and jobs of choice in the world of work.
At The Malling School Sixth Form, we pride ourselves on our holistic approach,
developing the whole student, from their academic lessons, the international core
development, and a rich extra-curricular offer.
Sixth Form courses are much harder than GCSE’s and so our students are required to
work outside of the classroom. Sixth Form students are given greater responsibility for
their own learning and will have study periods on their timetable, our Sixth Form Hub
has a friendly and professional environment, where students are expected to be self-
motivated, organised, and self-disciplined, this allows students to meet their full
potential.
Throughout your time with us, you will be supported by your Form Tutor and the Sixth
Form Team, we will guide you through your transition from year 11 to Sixth Form and
again when it is time to move on to University or the world of work.
In Sixth Form, we have a laptop scheme, all Sixth Form students have the same laptop in
a year group, this is paid for by you in instalments and is yours to keep at the end of the
two years.
I look forward to working with you over the next two years.
Mrs Chimanga
Head of Sixth Form
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Level 3 Pathways at The Malling School:
The Malling School offers the IB CP (International Baccalaureate Careers programme).
We are currently a candidate school* for the IB DP ( International Baccalaureate
Diploma Programme).
GCSE’s
BTEC’s
IB DP Pathway *
Six IB Diplomas
IB CP Pathway: Two IB Diplomas and
either two single or one
double BTEC.
Universities
Apprenticeships
College
Employment
*The Malling School is a candidate
school* for the Diploma Programme.
This school is pursuing authorization
as an IB World School. IB World
Schools share a common philosophy-
a commitment to high-quality,
challenging, international education-
that we believe is important for our
students.
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IB DP Subjects
Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5 Group 6
Home language
Additional Language
Individuals and societies
Sciences Mathematics Arts
English language and Literature
Japanese Ab Initio
Geography Global Politics History Psychology
Biology Chemistry
Mathematics application and interpretation.
Film Visual Art
BTEC Subjects
Single BTEC/WJEC Double BTEC
Applied science Business Studies Criminology
Art Computer Science Performing Arts Sport and Exercise Science
Entry Requirements for our level 3 pathways
IB CP: 5 GCSE’s at grade 5 or above, including English, Maths, and any subject you would like
to study.
IB DP*(If authorised) : 6 GCSE’s at grade 6 or above, including English, Maths, and any subject
you would like to study, Higher Level Maths will need a 7 or higher at GCSE.
IB CP Pathway
2/3 IB Diplomas: Biology Chemistry English Literature & Language Film Geography Global Politics History Maths Psychology
One double BTEC: Art Computer Science Performing Arts Sport and Exercise Science Or Two single BTEC’s: Applied Science Business Studies Criminology
IB CP Core: Personal and professional skills Service Learning Language development Reflective project
IB DP* Pathway
6 IB Diplomas: Students must study an IB DP subject from group 1 – Group 5 and then can choose their 6th Subject to be either from 3,4 or 6.
IB DP Core: Theory of Knowledge The extended essay Creativity, activity, and service
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*The Malling School is a candidate school* for the Diploma Programme. This school is pursuing
authorization as an IB World School. IB World Schools share a common philosophy- a commitment
to high-quality, challenging, international education- that we believe is important for our students.
* Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the
Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP),
or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will
be granted
Level 2 Pathway at The Malling School
Our level 2 pathway at The Malling School is a bespoke pathway based on the needs of the
individual student. Mrs Cable who leads this pathway works with both the students and parent
throughout the course.
All students on the level 2 pathway will be students who did not get the GCSE grades required
to study at level 3. They shall take either their English and Maths GCSE re-sits or Functional
skills test, depending on their original GCSE grade and shall take courses that prepare them for
their next steps, whether this is further study at college, a supported internship or employment.
For more information on the level 2 pathway, please contact Mrs Cable.
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Term 1-3 4-6
Year 12 UNIT 1 Principles and applications of Science. Modules on Biology, physics and Chemistry
UNIT 9 Physiology of Body Systems Coursework- Four written assignments
Year 13 UNIT 3 Science Investigation skills Modules on topics in Biology, Chemistry and Physics
UNIT 2 Practical Scientific procedures and Techniques
Assessment
2 external exams and 2 written coursework units Both exams MUST be passed to complete the course Grades are awarded at Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction Plus
Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 9
3 written external exams (Biology, Chemistry & Physics) these usually take place in May of year 12
4 written assignments Usually completed from term 2 to term 6 in year 13
3 hour Practical exam followed by a 90 min written exam based on the practical experiment . Usually takes place in term 3 of yr13
4 Written assignments completed over terms 4-6 in yr12
BTEC Applied
Science
Careers
Research
Pharmacology
Ecology
Forensics
Veterinary
Dentistry
University lab
Technician
Horticulture
What is Applied Science?
This course brings together the knowledge and understanding of concepts with
in science with the practical skills that are valued in further education and
industry
Applied science develops the sills used in planning, carrying out investigations,
analysing data, evaluating the results and method to make improvements. You
will need to be able to write reports to address the assignment criteria and
clearly communicate your work
You will also gain valuable research skills and the ability to manage your timer
effectively
Key figures:
Sir Robert Winston, Neils Bohr, Dinitri Mendeleev, Hans Christian Gram.
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Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Unit 4: Materials, Techniques and Processes in Art and Design Title: Man Manipulated Landscapes
Externally Set Task Unit 2: Critical and Contextual Studies in Art and Design Written Exam
Externally Set Task Unit 1: Visual Recording and Communication Practical Exam with Written element
Unit 16: 3D Craft Materials, Techniques and Processes Title: Curiosities of Craft (Part1)
Unit 16: 3D Craft Materials, Techniques and Processes Title: Design Craft Souvenirs (Part 2)
Year 13 Unit 10: Graphics Materials, Techniques and Processes Title: The Art of Film Posters
Unit 3: The Creative process Title: Evolution
Unit 5: Developing an Art and Design Portfolio Title: Portfolio Interview
Externally Set Task Unit 7: Developing and Realising Creative Intentions Practical Exam
Unit 5: Developing an Art and Design Portfolio Continued Title: Portfolio Interview
Assessment
Course Components The course consists of 8 vocational units that will be completed over 2 years. Five of these units are internally-assessed and three are externally-assessed.
Assessment Grades Units are assessed using a grading scale of Distinction (D), Merit (M), Pass (P), Near Pass (N) and Unclassified (U). The grade of Near Pass is used for externally-assessed units only.
BTEC Diploma
in Art & Design
Careers within
the Creative Arts
Industry
Fine Artist
Props/Set Design
Spatial/interior Design
Architect
Graphic Designer
Teacher
Fashion Designer Textiles
Art, Craft and Design
Sector
Interactive Design
3D Design
Photographic Design
What is BTEC Art & Design?
Students completing a BTEC National Diploma in Art and Design will be aiming to
go on to employment in the creative arts industry, often via the stepping stone
of higher education.
The course offers students the opportunity to explore a wide range of
specialisms in a vocational context.
Students are required to work independently in response to a set brief and
scenario. Units are a combination of written and practical outcomes.
Students have the opportunity to work in a wide range of formats and platforms.
They will explore a range of specialist skills that will enable them to identify
future career pathways.
Key figures:
Alexander McQueen (1969), Peter Saville (1955), Antoni Gaudi (1852)
Philippe Starck (1949), Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868), Vivienne Westwood (1941),
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Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Basic biochemistry and cell structure
Nucleotide structure and function, and transport in cells
Metabolism in plants and animals, and cell division
Genetics and evolution
Inheritance and natural selection
Genetic modification, taxonomy, and introduction to the IA
Year 13 Ecosystem structure and human impacts, and the digestive system
Exchange systems and circulatory systems
IA and regulation systems
Exam preparation
IB Exams
Assessment
Higher Level Paper 1 1 hr multiple choice
Paper 2 2 hrs 15 mins
1 hr 15 mins Internal assessment 10 hrs 20% weighting
Standard Level Paper 1 45 mins multiple choice
Paper 2 1 hr 15 Paper 3 1 hour Internal assessment 10 hrs 20% weighting
IB Biology
Careers
Research
Pharmacology
Ecology
Forensics
Veterinary
Dentistry
Dietitian
Horticulture
What is Biology?
Biology is the study of living organisms; the name derives from the Greek
words ‘bio’ (life) and ‘logos’ (studies).
Biologists link chemistry and physics to explain how all forms of life exist.
There are many specialist fields focused on the morphology, physiology,
anatomy, behaviour, origin, and distribution of organisms.
Biology is often studied along with other science-based subjects such as
chemistry, physics, maths, psychology, and computer science. However, an
understanding of biology is vital to many other fields and can be useful in
everyday life.
Biology also requires methodical and analytical skills which is a focus of IB
during lab sessions and through completing the IA.
Key figures:
Gregor Mendel, Charles Darwin, Rosalind Franklin, Rachel Carson
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Assessment
Year 12 Unit 1 Internal Assessment 40%
Exploring Business
Unit 2 2 hour Exam 15%
Developing a Marketing Campaign
Year 13 Unit 14 Internal Assessment 15%
Investigating Customer Services
Unit 3 2 hour exam 15%
Personal & Business Finance
Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Features of a Business & its stakeholders
Business Environments.
Business Markets & Introduction to Marketing
Developing a Marketing campaign
Developing a Marketing campaign
Effective Customer Service.
Year 13 Improving customer service
Demonstrate customer service skills.
Managing Personal Finance
Managing Business Finance
Personal & Business Exam
Business
Careers
Sales Marketing Finance Human Resources IT Media Customer Services Project Management Product Development Entrepreneur Ethics Government Charitable Organsiations
What is Business Studies?
Business Studies will allow you to study how Businesses devise their strategy, their
financial planning and accounting, marketing, and Customer Service. You will learn
from real business successes and failures.
You will develop your skills of independent learning, team work, research, problem
solving, organisation, communication and presentations skills. You will analyse data
and produce written, numerical, verbal and visual work.
Throughout the course students are encouraged to read up on businesses (brands,
events, organisations, entrepreneurs) that they are interested in.
Students are also expected to take an interest in current business news so that they
can begin to understand the causes and effects of consumer, business and
Government behaviour.
Key figures:
Tim Cook, Indra Nooyi, Bob Iger, Richard Branson, Rosalind Brewer, Satya Nadella
re
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Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Stoichiometric relationships, atomic structure
Periodicity, chemical bonding and structure
Energetics and thermochemistry
Chemical kinetics and equilibrium
Acids and bases
Redox processes
Year 13 Redox processes
Organic chemistry
Measurement and data processing and analysis and IA
Option Exam preparation
IB exams
Assessment
Higher Level Paper 1 1 hr multiple choice
Paper 2 2 hrs 15 mins
1 hr 15 mins Internal assessment 10 hrs 20% weighting
Standard Level Paper 1 45 mins multiple choice
Paper 2 1 hr 15 Paper 3 1 hour Internal assessment 10 hrs 20% weighting
IB Chemistry
Careers
Analytical chemist
Chemical engineer
Forensic scientist
Geochemist
Pharmacologist
What is Chemistry?
Chemistry is the scientific discipline involved with elements and
compounds composed of atoms, molecules and ions: their
composition, structure, properties, behaviour and the changes
they undergo during a reaction with other substances.
In the scope of its subject, chemistry occupies an intermediate
position between physics and biology. It is sometimes called the
central science because it provides a foundation for
understanding both basic and applied scientific disciplines at a
fundamental level.
Key figures:
Jospeh Priestly, Louis Pasteur, Alfred Nobel, Dmitri Mendeleev, Marie Curie
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Assessment
Year 12 Principles of Computer Science - Exam
Business Applications and Social Media - Internal
The impact of computing - Internal
Object Orientated Programming - Internal
Year 13 Fundamentals of a computer system - Exam
Network Design - Internal
Website development - Internal
Planning and management of computing projects - Exam
Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Computational Thinking Algorithm Design
Standard methods and techniques for developing algorithms
Business Applications and Social Media
The Impact of computing
Object Orientated Programming
Computer Game development
Year 13 Fundamentals of a Computer System
Network design and maintenance
Planning and management of computing Projects
Website Development
It system security and encryption
Computing
Careers
• Programmer
• Software
engineer
• Website
Developer
• Cyber Security
• Business
Management
• Project
Management
What Is Computing?
The study of computer science that explores computational thinking,
algorithms and how they are applied to the real world.
We will build on the skills studied at GCSE to develop your
programming skills alongside the study of OOP languages and there
application.
The course also takes a close look at the fundamental of computing.
This takes a forensic approach to the study of computing hardware,
software, networks and their interaction with the World Wide Web.
Key figures:
Alan Turing, Tim Berners-Lee, Shigeru Miyamoto, Ada Lovelace
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Assessment
Unit 1 Changing awareness of Crime
Controlled assessment 25% of diploma
Unit 2 Criminological theories
External exam- 1 hour 30 minutes
25% of diploma
Unit 3
Crime scene to court room Controlled assessment 25% of diploma
Unit 4
Crime and punishment External exam- 1 hour 30 minutes
25% of diploma
Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Unit 1: Changing awareness of crime Unit 2: Criminological theories
Unit 1: Changing awareness of crime Unit 2: Criminological theories
Unit 1: Changing awareness of crime Unit 2: Criminological theories
Unit 1: Revision Unit 2: Criminological theories
Unit 1: Controlled assessment Unit 2: Criminological theories
Unit 2: Exam Unit 3: Crime scene to Court room
Year 13 Unit 3: Crime scene to Court room Unit 4: Crime and punishment
Unit 3: Crime scene to Court room Unit 4: Crime and punishment
Unit 3: Crime scene to Court room Unit 4: Crime and punishment
Unit 3: Revision Unit 4: Crime and punishment
Unit 3: Controlled assessment Unit 4: Exam
Criminology
Careers
Court reporter
Criminal intelligence
analyst
Forensics
Police officer
Immigration,
customs and border
roles
Prison officer
Probation officer
Crime scene officer
Social researcher
What is Criminology?
Criminology is the study of crime from a social perspective, including
examining who commits crimes, why they commit them, their impact
and how to prevent them.
The end goal of Criminology is to determine the root causes of
behaviour that causes crime through different criminological theories
and the method that is used to deal with these crimes by the criminal
justice system.
Key figures:
Cesare Beccaria, Cesare Lombroso, Alexandre Lacassagne, Enrico Ferri, Hans
Eysenck, Robert Hare, Jane Addams, Edwin Sutherland, William Julius
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Assessment
Higher Level Paper one 2 hours 15 minutes
Paper 2 1 hour 15 minutes
Paper 3 1 Hour
Internal assessment 20%
Standard Level Paper one 1 hour 30 minutes
Paper 2 1 hour 15 minutes
N/A Internal assessment 25%
Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Changing Population
Global climate – vulnerability and resilience
Global resource consumption and security
Option 1 – Urban environments
Option 2 – Food and Health
Option 3 – Geophysical hazards
Year 13 Power places and networks
Human development and diversity
Global risk and resilience
Examination preparations
IB Exams
IB Diploma
Geography
Careers
- Cartographer
- Commercial/residential
surveyor
- Environmental consultant
- Geographical Information
Systems Officer
- Planning and
development surveyor
- Secondary school
teacher
- Town planner
- International
aid/development worker
- Logistics and
distribution manager
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What is Geography?
The Diploma Programme geography course integrates both
physical and human geography and ensures that students
acquire elements of both scientific and socio-economic
methodologies.
Geography takes advantage of its position to examine
relevant concepts and ideas from a wide variety of
disciplines. This helps students develop an appreciation of,
and a respect for, alternative approaches, viewpoints and
ideas.
The geography course embodies global and international
awareness in several distinct ways. It examines key global
issues, such as poverty, sustainability and climate change. It
considers examples and detailed case studies at a variety of
scales, from local to regional, national and international.
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Assessment
Higher Level Paper one 1 hr 15 mins Source Questions 20%
Paper 2 2hrs 45 mins 3 Essays 40%
Internal Assessment: Political Engagement Activity 20%
Internal assessment: Global Challenges Presentations (2 x 10 mins) 20%
Standard Level Paper one 1 hr 15 mins Source Questions 30%
Paper 2 1 hr 45 mins 2 Essays 45%
Internal Assessment: Political Engagement Activity 25%
N/A
Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Power, Sovereignty and International Relations
Human Rights Launch Political Engagement Activity Launch HL Presentations
Global Development PEA Engagement over summer
Year 13 Peace and Conflict PEA Due/HL Presentations
Case Studies HL Presentations
Examination preparations
IB Exams
IB Diploma
Global
Politics
Careers
Aid Worker
Armed Forces
Charity Work
Civil Service
Development Worker
Diplomat
Intelligence Analyst
Lawyer
Policy Research
Political Advisor
Politician
Public Relations
Manager
Journalist
Risk Analyst
Security Analyst
Teacher
Think Tank
United Nations
What is Global Politics?
Global Politics is about understanding key political concepts and contemporary political issues as they happen on the local, national, international and global stage. It is about critically applying different theories and approaches to the actions of political actors and world leaders. Global Politics explores the complex and interconnected nature of many political issues, and develop the capacity to interpret competing and contestable claims regarding those issues.
If you are going to change the world then you need to understand how it works. Global Politics helps you develop that understanding. Just as importantly, if you plan to make a difference in the world then you need to be engaged with the issues and be prepared to have your opinions challenged and to challenge the opinions of others.
As well as studying theory and contemporary events, the Global Politics course expects you to get directly involved in political action, with everyone completing an internal assessment on how they have personally engaged with an issue of global and personal importance.
You will need to care about the world to complete this course, but if you do, then it won’t seem like work.
Useful Podcasts: The World Next Week, BBC Global News, Trendlines, Talking Politics
Useful Reading: Council on Foreign Relations, World Politics Review, Foreign Policy
Association
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Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Rights and Protest: Civil Rights in the USA and Apartheid in South Africa
Authoritarian States: Hitler and Castro Twentieth Century Wars: Total Wars -WWI and WWII
Year 13 Twentieth Century Wars: Civil Wars and Guerrilla Warfare.
History of the Americas: Civil Rights and Social Movements post-1945, United States’ Civil War and the Second World War and the Americas
IB Exams
Assessment
Higher Level Paper 1 – 20% 60 Minutes
Paper 2 – 25% 90 Minutes
Paper 3 – 35% 150 Minutes
Internal Assessment – 20%
Standard Level Paper 1 – 30%
Paper 2 – 45% N/A Internal Assessment – 25%
History
Careers
• Journalist
• Civil Servant
• Curator
• Heritage Manager
• Academic
Librarian
• Archaeologist
• School Teacher
• Law
• Media Researcher
• Genealogist
• Archivist
• Tour Guide
• Writer
• Historic Building
Inspector
• Museum Educator
What is History?
'History is the study of people, actions, decisions, interactions and
behaviours' ... We seek to understand the past by determining and
ordering 'facts'; and from these narratives we hope to explain the
decisions and processes which shape our existence. History can take
the form of a tremendous story, a rolling narrative filled with great
personalities and tales of turmoil and triumph. Each generation adds
its own chapters to history while reinterpreting and finding new
things in those chapters already written.
Those new to studying history often think history and the past are the
same thing. This is not the case. The past refers to an earlier time, the
people and societies who inhabited it and the events that took place
there. History describes our attempts to research, study and explain
the past.
Key Historians:
Eric Hobsbawm, Quentin Skinner, Lucy Worsley, Ian Kershaw, Dan
Snow, AJP Taylor, Mary Beard, Dorothy George and David Olusoga
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Assessment
Higher Level Paper 1 90 minutes
Paper 2 90 minutes
Paper 3 60 minutes
Internal Assessment 20%
Standard Level Paper 1 90 minutes
Paper 2 90 minutes
N/A Internal Assessment 20%
Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Number and Algebra
Functions Statistics Probability Internal Assessment
Geometry
Year 13 Trigonometry Submitting 1st Draft IA
Calculus Revision Complete IA
Revision Exam
IB Mathetmatics
Application and
Interpretation
Careers
Actuary
Astronomer
Accountant
Data Analyst
Investment Analyst
Research scientist
Teacher
Statistician
Financial manager
Game designer
Meteorologist
Operational
researcher
Image processor
Weather forecating
What is Application and Interpretations?
This mathematical course looks at how the maths we use shapes the world
we live in, how it influences decisions we make and how we can use it to
further advance technology.
By taking a closer look at how mathematics can be used to understand
given situations a firmer understanding of why mathematics is of such
importance is developed.
During the course we will broaden our knowledge of how mathematics is
used in the world around us, when analysing data, predicting the future and
understanding the present. To understand how mathematics makes the
world safer through calculation and analysis of structures and interpretation
of situations.
Ultimately, mathematics is the key to understanding.
Key figures:
Pythagoras (569 BC), Eratosthenes (276 BC), Fourier (1810), Sir Isaac Newton (1665)
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External Units Investigating Practitioners’ Work
Group Performance Workshop
Individual Performance Commission
Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Developing Skills and Techniques
Investigating Practitioners’
Work
Group Performance Workshop
Storytelling as Performance Script Writing
Year 13 Performing Arts in the Community
Investigating Practitioners’ Work (resit if
needed)
Individual Performance Commission
Variety Performance
Final Live
Performance
BTEC Level 3
Diploma in
Performing Arts
Careers
Actor
Performer
Director
Youth worker
Sales and marketing
Solicitor
Stage manager
Barrister
Teacher
Script writer
TV personality
Tour Guide
Theatre manager
What is Performing Arts?
BTEC Performing Arts is a vocational course, centred around Acting.
The course develops performing skills through practical exploration of
existing works as well as application of skills and techniques through
individual and group performances. Pupils use research and analysis
to explore practitioners and their works as well as devising their own
pieces for performance.
Pupils should expect to be actively involved in every lesson, taking
part in workshops led by staff and other students. They will perform
to a range of different audiences and should be able to reflect on
their role within the piece.
Key figures:
Stephen Berkoff, Augusto Boal, Bertolt Brecht, DV8, Frantic Assembly, Graeae,
Kneehigh, Joan Littlewood, Emma Rice, Konstantin Stanislavski
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Assessment
Higher Level Paper one 2 hours
Paper 2 2 Hours
Paper 3 1 Hour
Internal assessment 20%
Standard Level Paper one 2 Hours
Paper 2 1 Hour
N/A Internal assessment 25%
Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 The Biological approach The brain
The Biological approach Hormones
The Cognitive approach Memory
Psychological skills
Internal assessment: Replicating a key psychological study.
Health psychology
Year 13 Abnormal Psychology Depression
Abnormal Psychology Mental illness
Human relationships Sexual and non-sexual
Examination preparations
IB Exams
IB Diploma
Psychology
Careers
Neuropsychologist
Cognitive
psychologist
CBT Therapist
Child psychologist
Teacher
Police (many rolls)
Sports psychologist
Forensic
psychologist
Anger management
therapist
Wellbeing coach
Radiographer
Clinical psychologist
Social psychologist
Counsellor
What is Psychology?
Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and how it dictates and
influences our behaviour, from communication and memory to thought and
emotion.
It's about understanding what makes people tick and how this
understanding can help us address many of the problems and issues in
society today.
As a science Psychology functions as both a thriving academic
discipline and a vital professional practice, one dedicated to the study of
human behaviour - and the thoughts, feelings, and motivations behind it
- through observation, measurement, and testing, in order to form
conclusions that are based on sound scientific methodology. (BPS 2020)
Ultimately, Psychology is the study of Human behaviour.
Key figures:
Maguire (2000), Corkin et al (1997), Baumgartner et al (2008), Baddeley et al (1975),
Bartlett (1920), Loftus and Palmer (1974), Zimbardo (1971).
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Assessment
Higher Level
Standard Level
Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Functional anatomy (Exam) Sports Coaching (courswork)
Functional anatomy (Exam) Sports Coaching (courswork)
Functional anatomy (Exam) Physical activity for groups (coursework)
Functional anatomy (exam) Sport and exercise physiology (exam)
Functional anatomy (exam) Sport and exercise physiology (exam)
Physical activity for groups (coursework)
Year 13 Applied sport psychology (exam) Fitness testing (coursework)
Applied sport psychology (exam) Fitness testing (coursework)
Applied sport psychology (exam) Specialised fitness training (coursework)
Specialised fitness training (coursework)
Specialised fitness training (coursework)
BTEC Sport and
Exercise
Science
What can this course lead to?
In addition to the sport and exercise
science sector-specific content outlined
above, the requirements of the
qualification will mean that you develop
the transferable and higher-order skills
that are highly regarded by higher
education and employers. For example,
the study of sport and exercise science
particularly encourages the development
of skills and behaviours such as
teamwork, leadership, problem solving,
creative thinking, research, performance
analysis, resilience, evaluation, analysis
and synthesising concepts. These skills
are developed through the variety of
approaches to teaching and learning
enabled by the specification.
The qualification provides the knowledge,
understanding and skills that will prepare you for
further study or training at a higher level. Everyone
taking this qualification will study six mandatory units,
covering the following content areas: ● sport and
exercise physiology ● functional anatomy ● applied
sport and exercise psychology ● field- and laboratory-
based fitness testing ● applied research methods in
sport and exercise science ● coaching for performance
and fitness. You will also choose two units from a small
range of optional units, which have been designed to
support progression to a variety of sport courses in
higher education and to link with relevant occupational
areas. This will allow you to choose a specific specialist
area in which to develop your skills, knowledge and
understanding.
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Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Creativity, Activity and Service
Creativity, Activity and Service Theory of Knowledge
Creativity, Activity and Service Theory of Knowledge
Creativity, Activity and Service Theory of Knowledge
Creativity, Activity and Service Extended Essay
Creativity, Activity and Service Extended Essay
Year 13 Creativity, Activity and Service Extended Essay
Creativity, Activity and Service Extended Essay
Extended Essay.
Assessment
Portfolio and Reflective Project
There is no final examination. Students work to create and portfolio of evidence and submit a reflective project.
IB DP Core
Programme
What is IB DP Core?
Creativity, Activity and Service:
CAS requires students to take part in a range of experiences and at least
one project. These should involve:
• Real purposeful activities, with significant outcomes
• Personal challenge
• Thoughtful consideration, such as planning, reviewing progress
and reporting
• Reflection on outcomes and personal learning
Extended Essay:
Stduents have an opportunity to investigate a topic of personal interest
to them, which relates to one of their six Diploma subjects.
Theory of Knowledge:
Students undertake a thoughtful and purposeful inquiry into different
ways of knowing and into different kinds of knowledge. Students need
to look and and try to answer the questions why and how.
Skills
IB Core supports
students to practice
and develop a
variety of skills for
application to the
University,
apprenticehips and
the workplace.
Students develop
the skills desired by
employers and play
a key part in their
own education and
their local
community.
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Curriculum
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Year 12 Personal and Professional Skills Language Development
Service Learning Language Development
Personal and Professional Skills Language Development
Service Learning Language Development
Personal and Professional Skills Language Development
Service Learning Language Development
Year 13 Reflective Project Language Development
Reflective Project Language Development
Reflective Project Language Development
Reflective Project Language Development
Assessment
Portfolio and Reflective Project
There is no final examination. Students work to create and portfolio of evidence and submit a reflective project.
IB CP Core
Programme
What is IB Core?
The CP core bridges the IB academic courses and the career-related
study and provides students with a combination of academic and
practical skills.
Personal and Professional Skills: Personal and professional skills is
designed for students to develop attitudes, skills and strategies to be
applied to personal and professional situations and contexts now and in
the future.
Service Learning: Service learning is the development and application of
knowledge and skills towards meeting an identified and authentic
community need.
Language Development: Language development ensures that all
students have access to a language programme that will assist and
further their understanding of the wider world.
Reflective Project: The reflective project is an in-depth body of work
produced over an extended period of time and promotes high-level
research, writing and extended communication skills, intellectual
discovery and creativity.
Careers
IB Core supports
students to practice
and develop a
variety of skills for
application to the
workplace,
apprenticeships and
university. It enables
students to gain
abilities that are
applicable and
desirable to all
future career and
education pathways.
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Notes and Questions: