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Inspiring all to dream more, learn more, do more and become more. We are Martin High School.
Future Pathways Key Stage 4
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SECTION 1
Introduction to Key Stage 4
Pathways
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The Core Curriculum
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Citizenship/REPHSE 7
English Language and Literature 8
Mathematics 9
Physical Education 10 - 11
Science - Combined Science 12 - 13
Options 14
Art and Design 15
Art and Design 16
Computer Science 17
Design Technology - Textiles, Product Design, Electronics
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Design Technology - Food Preparation & Nutrition
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Drama 20
Geography 21
History 22
Media 23
Modern Foreign Languages — French 24
Modern Foreign Languages — Spanish 25
Music 26
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Physical Education 27 - 28
Religious Studies 29
Construction and the Built Environment - Intended for Pathway 2 learners only
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Option Form Ebacc 31
Option Form - Pathway 1 32
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Martin High School Link Road, Anstey, Leicester LE7 7EB
Tel: 0116 236 3291 Fax: 0116 235 2121
email: [email protected] www.martinhigh.org
Head Teacher: Laura Sanchez Chair of Governors: Pam Whitehead
N.B. Your options forms need to be returned to Mr Dickinson via your
form tutor by: Friday 10th November 2017
Any queries regarding options can be emailed to: [email protected]
Year 9 Futures At Martin High School we pride ourselves on providing a full suite of GCSE options. We are delighted to bring our new Year 9 Futures Pathways to you. Contained within its pages is the information you will need to make an informed choice about your child’s next steps. We have tried to create a curriculum where our learners can have breadth and depth whilst studying in areas they are passionate about; it will lead them to successful and aspirational educational pathways. Once all forms are completed the Senior Leadership Team will interview Year 9 learners and finalise the options process. We will then confirm to you in writing the pathway your child will follow at Key Stage 4 on Monday 18th December. CIAG (Careers, independent advice and guidance As part of our curriculum, all learners will have a variety of opportunities to look at career pathways, and further educational choices. During Years 10 and 11 tutorials will prepare them for the UCAS process, ensuring that they are applying for the right courses to achieve their future aspirations.
REPSHE is also delivered to our learners during their tutorial sessions, covering a wide range of relevant topics (more information can be found on our website). SMSC and British Values These two areas are embedded across our curriculum areas at KS4, ensuring that all our learners have enriching opportunities as part of their entitlement.
We are really looking forward to 2018; it is going to be an exciting learning experience for all, with the learner at the centre of everything we do.
If you have any questions about the Year 9 Future’s process, including the selection of options, then you can email [email protected] (Assistant Head Teacher) and he will get back to you with support. Mrs Sanchez October 2017
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Introduction to Key Stage 4
As Year 9 learners you have all been following a broad curriculum, consisting of a wide range of subjects. In Years 10 and 11 you will be following a reduced number of courses, most leading to GCSE examinations. We are now asking you to start thinking about which subjects you would like to continue, and which you think you should discontinue. In November you will be handing in your list of choices, and before this you should find out all you can about the subjects on offer and discuss your ideas with parents and teachers. It is an important decision and we will support you to get it right. In this booklet, Subject Leaders have explained the content of their courses. They suggest why the subject should be given serious consideration and give guidance as to how to judge whether you should choose it. All exams will be taken at the end of Year 11. Before turning to individual subjects, we would like you to think about the pathway that best reflects your personal aspirations.
Once you have chosen a path-way use the corre- sponding option sheet at the back of the booklet to guide you through which individual subjects you would like to study. Do not close doors! Your decision will influence not only your school career, but also possibly your adult career. You may think you know exactly what you want to do with your life, but you are likely to change your mind a number of times before you leave school. You should try not to make choices which would prevent you from taking up a possible career or Higher Education course later on.
Ebacc Pathway – Russell group universities and further education
Pathway 1 – University and further education
Pathway 2 – Invite only
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Think about the sort of person you are What do you enjoy doing? What work patterns suit you best? What are your best and worst subjects? What do you find particularly difficult or boring?
These are the questions you should be asking yourself and it might be a good idea to list subjects in order of your ability and in the order in which you enjoy them. Give reasons why subjects are high or low on these lists. Breadth and balance The guidance given on compulsory subjects and options will help you to keep a balance between the main areas of education, which are often listed as: Languages English and Modern Foreign
Maths/Science Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, parts of Geography and Design &
Technology, Computer Science
Humanities English, Religion Philosophy and Ethics, History, parts of Geography Practical/Creative Art, Drama, Design & Technology, Food Preparation and Nutrition,
Information Technology, Music, Physical Education
Don’t be influenced by your friends The very worst reason for choosing a particular subject is because your friend or your group is going to do it. You are bound to talk about it among your friends, but your friends are not very well placed to guide you in what you should do with your life. Find out all you can, discuss as much as you can with different people, but in the end make up your own mind. Similarly, try not to be influenced by which teachers you like best (or least); they may never teach you again and, after all, it's the subject you're choosing, not the person. Good luck and please do come and see us if you are worried, even after you have made your choices!
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Subject REPHSE
What topics will I study? REP — Learners will engage in an enquiry-based approach to the study of religion, ethics and philosophy. This will include an exploration of key religious and philosophical questions in topics such as: Relationships, Is it fair?, Looking for meaning.
Our learners will be considering the ethical issues and moral principles that govern a person's behaviour and they will be studying the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. The course is non-doctrinal and is consistent with the Locally Agreed Syllabus for RE.
Citizenship — Lessons are designed to increase the learners understanding of the world around them on a number of different levels from the individual to the international world in which we belong. Topics that will be taught will include:
Self and relationships Careers and future How to cope with exams British values
Why study it? What skills will I develop?
PHSE will deepen learners’ knowledge of our country and world today and give opportunity for them to consider as global citizens their own role in it. There is a particular emphasis on how young people themselves can become a force for good in society both now and as adults. During Year 11, we focus on equipping our learners with skills for post 16 education. They will be taught how to write CV’s which can be used to apply for part time jobs as well as given information on post 16 opportunities and guidance on how to fill in the UCAS application forms.
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What qualification will I get and how will I use it? You’ll be building on all of the key skills that you’ve worked so hard on over KS3: studying prose, poetry, plays and non-fiction texts; showcasing both your imagination and technical skills through a range of written tasks; performing and developing your speaking and listening skills and confidence. You will study both English Language and English Literature, which means that you’ll receive two GCSEs at the end of the two years. You’ll also receive a ‘Spoken Language’ level, which will be reported separately. You’ll undertake all of your exams at the end of the two years, usually between May and June. We can’t understate how important developing your English really is; a 9-5 in English shows that you are a hard-working, confident and creative person who has a wealth of transferable skills to offer. Obtaining that vital 5 or above is the key to unlocking huge opportunities for you in the future – from getting on your dream college or university course to securing your very first job; English can and will do these things and so much more. Paper 1: Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing (50%) Paper 2: Paper 2: Writers' Viewpoints and Perspectives (50%) Non-exam Assessment: Spoken Language (no weighting) Paper 1: Shakespeare and the 19th-century novel (40%) Paper 2: Modern texts and poetry (60%)
Subject English Language English Literature Qualification GCSE Examining Board - AQA
From Architecture to Zoology, GCSE English will help you to: Work independently Be creative Think critically Communicate your ideas with confidence (handy when
you’re with your mates too!) Think logically Get your dream job GCSE English could help you land that dream job… sports journalist - lawyer - film director - public relations executive - fashion journalist - author - newsreader -politician - actor - architect - creative director -scriptwriter
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What topics will I study? The new curriculum in GCSE mathematics falls under six main strands; Number, Algebra, Geometry, Ratio and Proportion, Probability and Statistics. All topics contain a practical, real life element to develop student communication and problem solving skills. On the course you will develop skills in problem solving and apply structured and logical reasoning, both independently and with your peers.
Why study it? What skills will I develop? Maths helps us find patterns and structure in our lives. Practically, Maths helps us put a price on things, create graphics, build websites, build skyscrapers and generally understand how things work.
How will I be assessed? Learners are continually assessed during lessons, via their weekly homework and formally at the end of each half term. Intervention and extension measures can then take place where necessary.
What jobs/career path/KS5 can it lead to? Maths helps you communicate complicated ideas in a clear and unambiguous way. People working in science, business and many other areas use maths to explain complex situations, like analysing a company’s profits or checking that a building will stay standing. Maths also teaches you how to handle and interpret data, sifting through the numbers to come up with a solution.
How will you be taught? The Mathematics department is housed in its own suite of seven dedicated rooms, each of which is equipped with a fully interactive whiteboard and provides an engaging environment for students to learn and progress.
The Mathematics team strive to create a positive and vibrant learning environment – the access to a range of practical equipment and a large number of software packages means we are able to present the subject in a variety of ways, thus capturing the interest of all our
learners. Due to the increase in content, the GCSE course is now taught over three years, beginning in year 9. It is split into two courses: Foundation and Higher. The Foundation course covers grades 1 to 5 and the Higher course from 4 to 9. A
conversion between the old and new GCSE grading system can be seen on the diagram.
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The new Mathematics GCSE is now assessed using the 9-1
scale, where 9 is the highest. A grade 4 and above is equal to
a C and above. A similar proportion of students
will achieve a grade 7 and above as a grade A and above.
Subject Mathematics *AQA Further Maths Qualification - GCSE Examining Board - Edexcel Higher/OCR Foundation
Important Course Information Completing a course in Physical Education (PE) is a core subject which all learners have to do. To ensure that you get the most out of PE, we have two options available for you to study physical education further. On arriving in Year 10 at the Martin High School, every learner will have a week introduction to the course to see whether its right for them. During this programme the teacher and learner will ensure the course ultimately followed is the course that best suits the student’s learning and assessment style. This will then be the course that is followed throughout Key Stage 4 at the Martin High School. Throughout your core PE lessons you will engage in activities that will allow you to use tactics, strategies and compositional ideas to perform successfully. We want you to be reflective performers as well as managers, officials and umpires. You will be provided with the tools to build a fit and healthy future, developed on the foundations of physical and emotional well being. Course Details The Junior Sports Leader Award is a vocationally related qualification, designed to suit a broad range of learning styles and abilities. Learners will study for a Certificate, which is an additional qualification they can use on their UCAS Progress applications when applying for Colleges & Apprenticeships. The course will: Allow the development of a wide range of skills, techniques and attributes that are highly
desirable for success in future life. Encourage personal development through practical lessons in a range of different activities. Develop the ability to apply leadership skills in practical situations Increase the awareness of different opportunities and ways to stay involved with sport. How you will be assessed? The Junior Sports Leader Award Level 1/ Level 2 Certificate in sport is assessed by both internal and external assessment. It consists of one externally assessed unit, assessed via a final leadership lesson. This helps the development of essential skills needed for success in many subjects both at GCSE level and beyond. The remainder of the units are assessed internally via a wide range of practical means. Assessments will take place at regular intervals throughout the course, with learners receiving feedback to allow effective development. The many and varied tasks all contribute to provide evidence towards meeting the unit assessment criteria.
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Subject Core Physical Education Qualification - N/A Examining Board - N/A
Course Specification Leadership in Sport. This area will teach learners how to organise and deliver leadership opportunities in a wide variety of sports. Leadership in the Community This area will allow learners to use their leadership skills in the community—assisting with level 2 & level 3 competitions. These competitions may be local, within Charnwood or even at the end of year Spring Championships event. Leadership at the Martin High School This area will enable learners the opportunity to lead house sports and activities within school. Leaders will be assessed in their ability to plan, organise and deliver a sports competition to all 3 houses.
In summary—the Sports Leaders award will introduce to learners the basics of sports leadership to which they then will be required to plan, deliver and evaluate lessons as well as being given the opportunity to apply these skills to help support other events throughout the school.
The Junior Sports Leader Award course gives learners the opportunity to progress to higher level Sports Leader Awards. In addition learners can progress to further study opportunities at local colleges. The course also helps develop a wide range of skills for learners who wish to enter the world of employment.
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Subject Core Physical Education Qualification - N/A Examining Board - N/A
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Studying GCSE Science here at MHS provides the foundation for understanding the material world around us. Our aim is to develop our future scientists and inspire learners to undertake science post-16 and establish careers in the scientific field. We deliver two inclusive GCSE (9–1) pathways through the Edexcel exam board. The Combined Science pathway and the Triple Science pathway. We want to ensure that our students opt onto the right pathway so every learner can enjoy science and succeed in their studies. How many practical's will I undertake?
Learners will carry out a series of carefully considered practical's that will enable them to enhance their investigative thinking, improve their mastery of techniques and consolidate their understanding of key scientific concepts. During their studies we develop transferable communication and mathematical skills that are essential to become a proficient scientist. There are 18 compulsory practical's for combined scientists and 24 compulsory practical's for triple scientists. Compulsory practical's will be examined as part of the external examination programme. There are no internal controlled assessments. What will I study?
Overview of Content for both Combined Route and Triple Route During the Biology aspect of the course, learners will study the following: Cells and control, Genetics, Natural selection and genetic modification, Health, Disease and the development of medicines, Plant structures and their functions, Animal coordination, Control and homeostasis, Exchange and transport in animals, Ecosystems and material cycles. During the Chemistry aspect of the course, learners will study the following: States of matter and mix-tures, Chemical changes, Extracting metals and equilibria, Groups in the periodic table, Rates of reac-tion and energy changes, Fuels and Earth science. During the Physics aspect of the course, learners will study the following: Motion and forces, Con-servation of energy, Waves, Light and the electromagnetic spectrum, Radioactivity, Energy, Forces do-ing work, Forces and their effects, Electricity and circuits, Magnetism and the motor effect, Elec-tromagnetic induction, Particle model, Forces and matter. Learners undertaking the Triple Science route will study extensions of all the above themes and in greater depth.
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Subject Science GCSE (9 -1) Combined Science and Triple Science Examining Board - Edexcel
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How will I be assessed? Both pathways have 6 terminal examinations, two for each discipline (Biology, Chemistry and Physics). For Combined Science, examinations last 1 hour and 10 minutes and for Triple Science examinations last 1 hour and 45 minutes. Examinations and assessments are mixture of different question styles, including multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, calculations and extended open-response questions. Skills in answering these successfully will be developed during the course. The learners will be awarded a grade on the new (9-1) scale. The MHS Science department have an excellent track record of achieving outstanding GCSE Science results and take pride in being above the National Average in many performance measures. How will I be supported? The Science department ensures that our GCSE students are fully supported during their GCSE learning journey. We have a comprehensive homework programme to support their independent learning, intervention drop in sessions, 1:1 intervention tutorials, master classes and revision programmes to fully prepare learners for their examinations.
Subject Science GCSE (9 -1) Combined Science and Triple Science Examining Board - Edexcel
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How will I be assessed?
Art & Design is 100% Coursework. There is a 10 hour practical exam at the end of the course. There is no written exam.
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Subject Art & Design Qualification GCSE Examining Board - AQA (Available in all pathways)
What topics will I study? Drawing & Painting
Collage
Mixed Media
Printing
Digital Media (Photoshop)
Sculpture and Ceramics
Photography
Unit 1a - ‘Food’
Year 10 15 weeks
(15% of your final grade)
Unit 1b ‘Animals’ Year 10
15 weeks (15% of your final grade)
Unit 1b – Personal Project Mock Exam
Year 10/11 (30% of your final grade)
Unit 2 - Externally Set Task – 10 hours
January – May in Year 11
(40% of your final grade)
Throughout the course you will enjoy opportunities to explore extend and develop new and more advanced 2D and 3D Art skills. You will choose from a selection of artists from which your own personal work will evolve. Most of the work you do will be produced in the classroom under the guidance of your teacher. Regular homework tasks are an essential part of the course and will be vital to achieving success in this area. In each of the topics below you will decide what direction to take from a starting point set by your teacher. In any one GCSE group, there may be several different kinds of activities taking place within one art room; no two students have to produce the same kind of work - even if you are working on the same project.
Why study Art? What skills will I develop? Art is a very enjoyable and rewarding subject that develops your creative thinking and skills, communication and self-organisation skills. These are highly desirable personal qualities wanted by most employers. Art & Design at GCSE is a subject that allows you to have a great deal of freedom to experiment and explore to find out what kind of artist you are. There is no written exam at the end of the course but there will be times where you will have to meet time deadlines, especially at the end of year 11 when you have to compile a final ‘Portfolio’ of work. You will have to be extremely organised and work well to time deadlines to achieve your very best. What jobs, career path / KS5 can it lead to? Art & Design can lead on to any creative subject at a higher level such as AS/Advanced GCE, BTEC Nationals and other art and design qualifications. Creative jobs may include professional artist, architect, product design, graphic design, web design exhibit design, set design, clothing design, product/industrial design, furniture design, museum curator, art/antique dealer, art teacher, art therapist, hairdresser, tattoo artist, design engineer, game developer. Any other information? Art Materials and equipment can be very expensive. We will ask you to make a small contribution to materials during the course. At the end you can own the pieces you create. We believe that art, design and craft need to be experienced first-hand to make them truly meaningful so we will ask your parents/guardians to make contributions towards a small number of off-site educational visits over the 2 years. We may be able to offer professional artist workshops and visits to places of inspiration which may incur additional costs.
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Subject Art & Design Qualification GCSE Examining Board - AQA (Available in all pathways)
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Subject Computer Science Qualification - GCSE (9-1) Computer Science Examining Board: OCR (*Subject to approval)
(Available in Ebacc & Pathway 1)
Why study it? A Computer Science qualification will, above all else, be relevant to the modern and changing world in which we live. Computer Science is a practical subject where learners can apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to real-world problems. It is an intensely creative subject that involves invention and excitement. This course will suit learners wishing to pursue to a career in software and games development. It would also suit learners who are logical and who have an analytical approach to problem solving. Computer science also opens a lot of doors. It is part of your 5 A* – C measure, and counts as a science for the English Baccalaureate.
What will I learn?
• Programming – you’ll be taught at least one programming language, and will use it practically and creatively
• Algorithms – and why they are at the heart of how computers work • Data – how it is handled and stored and what it can be used for • Hardware – how computers and networks are made up and how they communicate • Basic concepts of software engineering – the product development lifecycle, prototyping and
application testing
How will I be assessed? The course is made up of three core components:
Component 1 – Computer Systems
The first component is an exam focused on computer systems covering the physical elements of computer
science. Exam - 40% of the total GCSE
Component 2 – Computational Thinking, Algorithms and Programming
This component is focused on the core theory of computer science and the application of
computer science principles. Exam - 40% of the total GCSE
Component 3 – Programming Project (non-exam assessment)
This part is an exam controlled assessment where students will be challenged by a range of tasks to apply
the knowledge and skills they have learned, carried out in 20 hours under exam conditions - 20% of the total GCSE.
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Where will it take me? • A-level Computing • Vocational IT qualifications • Industry-standard IT qualifications • Degree courses in Computing, Engineering and Science.
The creative and technical skills you learn are relevant to a host of careers in a range of sectors, from arts and graphics-based roles through to engineering, finance and business.
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The Design and Technology GCSE’s have changed from what has been offered in the past. The new 9 -1 GCSE is combined, instead of being separate GCSE’S in Electronics, Product Design and Textiles learners sit the same exam and are expected to know a core Design & Technology across all material areas. The KS3 curriculum at Martin High School has prepared learners well for the changes. Learners will still select a major material area alongside the core. This will ensure they have access to specialist equipment, rooms and staff.
Design & Technology - Textiles: Working with a range of textile materials top design and make products. Sewing machines, dyeing techniques and textile manufacturing skills will all be used. Theory topics include cultural and environmental issues around the fashion and textile industry.
Why study it? Where can it lead? This course is good preparation for A Levels. Both artistic textiles courses and product design/fashion textiles courses would be a suitable next step. You could go into the world of work or of course many people would take it simply for a learners own enjoyment.
Design & Technology - Product Design: Based in the workshop, students will design and make products mainly from wood, metal and plastic. Inspiration is often taken from existing designers or styles such as Art Deco/ Art Nouveau. Many topics include Mechanism and Sustainability issues. Why study it? Where can it lead? This is a well thought of and academic course. It is a great foundation for further study in a wide range of A levels and courses. Creative design based courses such as graphic design as well as technical or engineering destinations will all be common.
Design & Technology - Electronic Products: In a similar way to Product Design and Textiles, Electronics has a big designing and making element. The emphasises here is on electronic junction, so students will learn about components such as CED’s and transistors, as well as programmable components called microcontrollers. Why study it? Where can it lead? Electronics are vital to the modern world. Understanding how they work is a wonderful skill to have. A curious mind and the determination to solve problems should be the highest priority for this course. How ill I be assessed? Whichever emphasis is taken, all Design and Technology students sit the same exam with
some compulsory and some optional questions - 50% Non examined assessment - This is a design and make project in Year 11 - 50%
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Subject Design and Technology Qualification GCSE Examining Board - AQA
What jobs/career path/KS5 can it lead to? This course is suitable for all learners who wish to be able to prepare, cook and serve well balanced meals now and in the future. You may also wish to pursue a career in the food indus-try, for example food product design, sales and marketing or hospitality. To pursue post 16 study in Hospitality and Catering, the GCSE Food technology provides the ideal foundation on which to extend your knowledge and experience. It is a rigorous academic course.
Additional information: The course will require learners bringing in ingredients on a regular basis (once a week) to take part in the required practical work.
This GCSE is designed to give you an opportunity to extend and apply your practical food skills, investigate and design new food products. It has a strong scientific backbone with in-depth study of nutrition, food science and food safety
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Why study it? What skills will I develop? In year 10 pupils work through a series of topics that encourage independent learning and planning. Each of the topics will contain an element of research, designing, making and sensory evaluation. This is to prepare for the two assessed projects in year 11 which are set by the exam board. The first project will consist of a research and design task based on ‘Food Investigation’ which will include practical evidence. The second project is called the ‘Food Preparation Assessment’ in which students will plan, prepare, cook and present a final menu of three dishes within a three hour controlled assessment. These two projects will account for 50% of the final GCSE assessment. At the end of year 11 students will sit a written exam (1hour 45mins) which will account for 50% of the final GCSE assessment. It is important that you realise both practical and written work are important aspects of this course.
Subject Design and Technology - Food Preparation and Nutrition Qualification GCSE - Examining Board - AQA (Available in all pathways)
Summary Drama is not only for you if you are interested in performance and wish to pursue a career in an Arts-related fields, it also enables you to develop the confidence and communication skills necessary to be successful in your future social and working life. The skills gained from drama are valued by employers. The course aims to develop: An understanding and response to a wide range of play texts and an ability to communicate the
authors intentions to an audience. An awareness of social, historical and cultural contexts of play texts. Increased self and group awareness and the ability to appreciate and evaluate the work of others. Skills of creativity, self-confidence, concentration, self-discipline and communication. Results History Since we started GCSE Drama at the Martin High School, results have been high and well above the national average (88% A*-C and 100% pass rate). This is mainly because learners who opt for Drama have the desire to succeed and, quite simply, commit to and enjoy the course. How will I be assessed? Assessment is broken down into the following areas:
Practical Coursework - 60%
Marks are awarded on the practical examination performance. Marks are awarded on their practical preparation/rehearsal process. Marks are also awarded for their written records on their development and response to
their final performance (portfolio). Written Examination Paper - 40%
At the end of Year 11 a written paper is taken which tests the candidate on three areas: Understanding of drama and theatre terminology The study of a set play - from the point of view of a performer. The study of a live production seen during the course. Homework Commitment to attending theatre visits, making time for after-school rehearsals each week during assessment phases, as well as completing essays and written responses will be set to extend your written and performance skills. Entry requirements You must have an interest in drama and theatre and have a desire to perform. You must be able to commit to extra rehearsals outside of lesson time to enhance your performance skills.
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Subject Drama Qualification GCSE Examining Board - AQA (Available in all pathways)
GCSE Geography 2017 - 2019 What topics will I study? The exam board is AQA.
Living with the physical environment
Challenges in the human environment
Geographical applications
Come and speak to Mr Hackett or Mr Williams to find out more!
How will I be assessed?
Paper 1: Living with the physical environment
Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes
88 marks (including 3 marks for spelling, punctuation grammar and specialist terminology)
35% of GCSE
Paper 2: Challenges in the human environment
Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes
88 marks (including 3 marks for spelling, punctuation grammar and specialist terminology)
35% of GCSE Paper 3: Geographical applications
Written exam: 1 hour
76 marks (including 6 marks for spelling, punctuation grammar and specialist terminology)
30% of GCSE
Why study Geography?
The global challenge we face is how to raise living standards for all without causing irreversible damage to the environment. Geography explains why and helps you prepare for these changes and issues. GCSE Geography:
Provides you with opportunities through fieldwork, for first hand investigations of places, environments and human behaviour.
Develops skills employers’ value, including cartographic, graphical, numerical, statistical, data use, enquiry and literacy skills.
Opens up many career opportunities in fields such as tourism, planning, Local Government, education, leisure, charity, finance, the armed forces, emergency services, the civil service, retail and many more.
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Subject Geography Qualification GCSE Examining Board - AQA (Available in all pathways)
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GCSE History 2017-2019
What topics will I study? The exam board is AQA. The USA 1920-1973
The Cold War 1945-1972
Elizabethan England 1568-1603
Medicine 1000-present day
Come and speak to Mr Creissen or Mr Witton to find out more!
How will I be assessed? Paper 1: USA and The Cold War
Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes
84 marks (including 4 marks for spelling, punctuation grammar and specialist terminology)
50% of GCSE Paper 2: Medicine and Elizabethan England
Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes
84 marks (including 4 marks for spelling, punctuation grammar and specialist terminology)
50% of GCSE
Why study History? Regardless of what choices you make when you leave the Martin High school a good GCSE in History will show everyone that you are a very capable individual. The study of the past can often help us understand the world at present and our future challenges. GCSE History: Is regarded as one of the most valuable GCSE’s by FE providers and employers. Develops an enquiring and analytical mind that employers want to see in their employees. Is often a route to higher education and careers in all professions including, Politics, the civil service and many other graduate professions? Is an academic subject. However, at Martin High school we will ensure that regardless of prior abilities all learners will be able to make good progress in History.
The message is if you’re interested and you enjoy History then pick it!
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Subject History Qualification GCSE Examining Board - AQA (Available in all pathways)
Why Choose Media Studies?
By the end of the course you will be confident and skilled in a variety of media types; you will have developed your team working and creative skills and created a portfolio of your best work for further study. Aside from learning how to operate new technologies like video cameras, editing software and photographic equipment you will also:
· Develop your critical thinking and decision making skills; · Begin to analyse key media texts; · Use your knowledge to create new and exciting types of media.
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What do we study on the course Media 1 What's assessed? Section A will focus on Media Language and Media Representations. Questions in this section can test any two of the following forms: Magazines Advertising and Marketing Newspapers Online, Social and Participatory Media and
Video Games Section B will focus on Media Industries and Media Audiences. Questions in this section can test any two of the following forms: Radio Music Video Newspapers Online, Social and Participatory Media and
Video Games Film (industries only) How it's assessed? Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes - 84
marks (35%) Questions A range of questions relating to an unseen
source and Close Study Products. An extended response question (20marks)
What qualification will I gain, and how will I use it? You’ll earn a single-award GCSE in Media Studies, with the examination board AQA. Our hope is that you will study Media for five hours across two weeks. If you have future ambitions of gaining a career in film-making, magazines, photography or advertising, then studying Media Studies at GCSE will ensure that you have the key skills to pursue your goals.
However, Media will not only equip you for further vocational courses – aspects of Sociology, Politics, Business and History run throughout the course, meaning that a GCSE in Media will offer you a wider set of options if you decide to continue your studies at KS5.
Media 2creating a media product
What's assessed? Section A will be based on a screening from an extract of one of the television Close Study Products and can test any area of the theoretical framework. Section B will be based on either newspapers or online, social and participatory media and video games and can test any area of the framework. How it's assessed? Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes - 84
marks (35%) Questions Short, medium and extended response questions assessing depth of knowledge and understanding of the course.
Non Exam assessment Creating a Media Product What’s assessed? Application of knowledge and understanding
of the theoretical framework Ability to create media products How it's assessed? A choice of one of five annually changing
briefs, set by AQA 60 marks 30% of GCSE Assessed by teachers Moderated by AQA Tasks - Students Produce A statement of intent A media product for an intended audience
Subject Media Qualification - GCSE Examining Board - AQA (Available in all pathways)
Languages at MHS: Which course will I be following? What topics will I study? GCSE French, following the ‘Edexcel’ examination board. We recommend that learners who have done some French before and enjoyed it and/or are interested in studying French opt for French at GCSE.
Identity and culture
Local area, holiday and travel
School
Future aspirations, study and work
International and global dimension How will I be assessed? Building on the language skills you have seen throughout KS3. 100% exam based
25% reading & translation - marked by Edexcel. 25% listening - marked by Edexcel. 25% speaking assessment – assessed in school but marked by Edexcel. 25% writing & translation - marked by Edexcel.
Are there any specific requirements for this course? An enjoyment of French at KS3 is key to enjoying & succeeding in French at KS4. Many of the topics we look at are similar. An interest in France or Francophone countries is necessary. It is important that you are prepared to learn the vocabulary set throughout the course and you must be prepared to speak in French from the very beginning. How will this qualification help in the future? French will count towards the EBacc. Languages are becoming more and more important in today’s work market and increasingly more post-16 courses require at least one modern language. It will help if you are interested in a career in the travel and tourism industries and will help you to live and work abroad. There is no doubt that people who can speak more than one language have a real asset for life. This qualification is also focussing on practical French you could use if you go on holiday to France or a Francophone country. Who should I ask if I need more information? Miss H Holmes- MFL Subject Leader
The GCSE course has the following examinations, each worth
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Subject Modern Foreign Languages - French Qualification GCSE Examining Board - Edexcel (Available in Ebacc & Pathway 1 )
The GCSE course has the following examinations, each worth
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Languages at MHS: Which course will I be following? What topics will I study? Learning how to express yourself in Spanish and understand Spanish within 5 topic areas:
Identity and culture
Local area, holiday and travel
School
Future aspirations, study and work
International and global dimension How will I be assessed? Building on the language skills you have seen throughout KS3 in French and applying to Spanish. 100% exam based
25% reading & translation - marked by Edexcel.
25% listening - marked by Edexcel.
25% speaking assessment – assessed in school but marked by Edexcel.
25% writing & translation - marked by Edexcel. Are there any specific requirements for this course? An enjoyment of French at KS3 is key to enjoying & succeeding in Spanish at KS4. Many of the topics we look at are similar. An interest in Spain or Spanish-speaking countries is necessary. It is important that you are prepared to learn the vocabulary set throughout the course and you must be prepared to speak in Spanish from the very beginning. How will this qualification help in the future? Spanish will count towards the EBacc. Languages are becoming more and more important in today’s work market and increasingly more post-16 courses require at least one modern language. It will help if you are interested in a career in the travel and tourism industries and will help you to live and work abroad. There is no doubt that people who can speak more than one language have a real asset for life. This qualification is also focussing on practical Spanish you could use if you go on holiday to Spain or a Spanish speaking country. Who should I ask if I need more information? Miss H Holmes or Mrs E Norman
Subject Modern Foreign Languages - Spanish Qualification GCSE Examining Board - Edexcel (Available in Ebacc & Pathway 1)
What topics will I study? Performing: 30% of the total GCSE Content Overview
Solo performance
Ensemble performing
Approaches to performing Assessed Overview
Learners perform for at least four minutes combined duration
Solo performance; this must be at least one minute in duration, and may comprise of one or more pieces
Ensemble performance; this must be of at least one minute in duration, and may comprise of one or more pieces
Each performance will be out of 30 marks
Internally marked and externally moderated Composing: 30% of GCSE Content Overview
Developing musical ideas
Compositional techniques and strategies
Ensuring technical control and coherence
Methods of notating composition scores Assessment Overview
Learners compose two compositions, of a at least three minutes combined duration
One composition to a brief set by Pearson, of at least one minute in duration
One free composition set by the student, of at least one minute in duration
Each composition will be out of 30 marks
Internally marked and externally moderated Appraising: 40% of GCSE Content Overview
Musical elements, musical contexts and musical language
Areas of study; Instrumental Music 1700 - 1820, Vocal Music, Music for Stage and Screen, Fusions Assessment Overview Written examination - 1 hour and 45 minutes - This paper is made up of two sections and is out of a total of 80 marks Section A - Areas of study, dictation and unfamiliar pieces (68 marks)
Six questions related to six of the eight works
One short melody/rhythm completion exercise
One question on an unfamiliar piece (skeleton score provided) with questions on its musical elements, musical contexts and musical language
Section B - Extended response comparison between a set work and one unfa-miliar piece (12 marks)
One question that ask learners to compare and/or evaluate the musical elements, musical contexts and musical language of one set work with one unfamiliar piece of music
A CD with the music extracts will be played to all learners at the same time and will repeat the extracts a set number of times
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Subject Music Qualification GCSE Examining Board - Edexcel
(Available in Ebacc and pathway 1)
GCSE Music contains four areas of study, with two set works in each.
Area of study Set works
Instrumental Music 1700 - 1820
J S Bach: 3rd Movement from Brandenburg Concerts no.5 in D major
L van Beethoven: 1st Movement from Piano Sonata no.8 in C minor ‘Pathétique’
Vocal Music H Purcell: Music for a While
Queen: Killer Queen (from the album ‘Sheer Heart Attack’)
Music for Stage and Screen S Schwartz: Defying Gravity (from the album of the cast
recording Wicked)
J Williams: Main title/rebel blockade runner (from the soundtrack to Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope)
Fusions Afro Celt Sound System: Release (from the album ‘Volume 2:
Release’)
Esperanza Spalding: Samba Em Preludio 9from the album ‘ Esperanza’)
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Important Course Information Completing a course in Physical Education (PE) is a core subject which all learners have to do. To ensure that you get the most out of PE, we have two options available for you to study physical education further. The GCSE PE course at the Martin High School is an option available to not only our keen sports performers, but those with an interest in studying outside of the classroom. The large number of changes being implemented to the GCSE PE course now enables students with a strong academic aptitude to succeed, alongside those with a good sporting profile.
Course Details The OCR GCSE PE course is designed to suit a broad range of learning styles and abilities.
Learners will study for two years
The course will: Allow the development of a wide range of skills, techniques and attributes that are highly
desirable for success in future life. Encourage personal development through practical lessons in a range of different activities. Develop the ability to apply theoretical knowledge in practical situations Offer students the opportunity to study key areas of sports science including anatomy and
physiology, injury, training principles and nutrition. Increase the awareness of different opportunities and ways to stay involved with sport.
How you will be assessed? The GCSE PE course is assessed by both internal and external assessment. It consists of 4 key areas, 2 of which are assessed via an examination. This helps the development of essential skills needed for success in many subjects both at GCSE level and beyond. The remainder of the units are assessed internally via a wide range of both written and practical means. Assessments will take place at regular intervals throughout the course, with learners receiving feedback to allow effective development. The many and varied assessments all contribute to provide evidence towards meeting the assessment criteria.
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Subject Physical Education Qualification GCSE Examining Board - OCR (Available in all pathways)
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The GCSE PE course gives learners the opportunity to progress to GCE AS/A2 PE, taught in a wide number of 6th form colleges. In addition students can progress to Level 3 BTEC opportunities at local colleges. The course also helps develop a wide range of skills for learners who wish to enter the world of employment.
Subject Physical Education Qualification GCSE Examining Board - OCR (Available in all pathways)
Course Specification Component 1: Physical Factors Affecting Performance, Anatomy and Physiology Written examination: 1 hour 30% of the qualification – 60 marks
● Section A - 30 Marks, 20 questions
ranging in size/mark allocation across
the topics
● Section B - 3 x 10 mark questions,
2 on A&P and 1 on Physical Training broken
down into part questions. Including the use
of extended response and use of data
Component 2: Socio-cultural Issues and Sports Psychology Written examination: 1 hour 30% of the qualification - 60 marks
Section A - 30 marks, 20 questions
ranging in size/mark allocation across
the topics
Section B - 3 x 10 mark questions, one
on each topic, broken down into part
questions, including the use of extended
response and us of data
Component 3: Performance with Physical Education 40% of the qualification - 80 marks
Performance practical in three activities, equally weighted at 20 marks each
Analysing and Evaluating Performance (AEP)
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GCSE Religious Studies 2017-2019
What topics will I study?
The exam board is OCR.
Beliefs, Teachings and practices (Christianity and Islam)
Religion, Philosophy and Ethics in the modern world
Come and speak to Mrs Ahmed to find out more! How will I be assessed? Paper 1: Two world religions
Written exam: 2x1 Hour written papers
63 marks for each paper (including 3+3 marks for spelling, punctuation grammar and specialist terminology)
50% of GCSE
Paper 2: Religion, Philosophy and ethics in the modern world
Written exam: 2 Hours
126 marks (including 6 marks for spelling, punctuation grammar and specialist
terminology)
50% of GCSE
Why study Religious studies?
Leaners of all faiths and none can benefit greatly from the Study of Religion at GCSE. This subject gives the students’ a perspective on world religions and can allow for open and honest discussion and debate. GCSE Religious Studies: Includes a strong element of Philosophy and ethics which we believe our students will
enjoy. Develops an enquiring and analytical mind that employers want to see in their
employees. Is often a route to higher education and careers in all professions including, Politics, the
civil service and many other graduate professions? Is an academic subject. However students of all abilities are able to succeed in Religious
Studies as long as they have an open and enquiring mind and come ready to engage in discussion and debate.
Subject Religious Studies Qualification Full GCSE Examining Board - OCR (Available in all pathways)
This course that is centred around the skills and knowledge relating to the construction industry. Students will investigate different professions within the construction industry and they will gain an understanding of building technology and the built environment. There is a mixture of classroom based learning and practical workshop activities. Some of the main elements of the course include: Gaining an understanding of Health and Safety Studying different types of construction such as domestic
and low rise office buildings The contribution that the construction industry makes to
society as a whole. Learning to apply the maths and scientific principles of
things such as materials used in buildings.
Practical work There is a strong element of practical work in this course. The practi-cal units are: Brickwork and blockwork principles and techniques
Carpentry and Joinery principles and techniques
Plumbing principles and techniques
How will I be assessed? There will be two assessed ongoing projects completed in school (25% each) A final exam (25%) and the most successful practical element is assessed also (25%).
What jobs/career path/KS5 can it lead to? This course is a good foundation for further study in any of the construction trades. You could go into the world of work as an apprentice, or of course many people would take it simply for a learners own enjoyment.
The mandatory unit is:
Unit 3: Scientific and Mathematical Applications
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Subject Construction and the Built Environment BTEC Level 2 First Examining Board - Edexcel (Intended for Pathway 2 learners only )
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Name: Form:9 Core
Science option
Humanities Option
Language Option
Option 3 and 4
Subject Qualification
English literature GCSE All pupils to study these
English language GCSE
Maths GCSE
Subject Qualification Tick 1 option Mr White to sign
Triple science GCSE
Combined science GCSE
Subject Qualification Tick 1 option
Geography GCSE
History GCSE
Subject Qualification Tick 1 option
French GCSE
Spanish GCSE
Martin High School Ebacc Pathway Option Form
Subject Qualification Choose 5 options in order of preference
E.G.
Design Technology * (Product Design or Electronics)
GCSE
Textiles * GCSE 1
Food Preparation & Nutrition GCSE
Art GCSE 4
Drama GCSE
Music GCSE 3
Media studies GCSE
Sociology GCSE
Physical education GCSE
Spanish GCSE
Philosophy, ethics and religious education GCSE
5
Geography GCSE
Computer science GCSE
*Pupils may only choose 1 of these options.
Signed: (parent/carer)_______________ Print Name: ___________________
N.B. Please return to Mr Dickinson via your form tutor by Friday 10th November
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Name: Form: 9 Core
Sci-ence Option
Humanities Option
Option 2,3 and 4
*Pupils may only choose 1 of these options.
Signed: (parent/carer)_______________ Print Name: ___________________ N.B. Please return to Mr Dickinson via your form tutor by Friday 10th November
Subject Qualification Tick 1 option Mr White to sign
Triple Science GCSE
Combined science GCSE
Subject Qualification Tick 1 option
Geography GCSE
History GCSE
Subject Qualification Choose 6 options in order of preference
E.G.
Design Technology * (Product Design or Electronics)
GCSE
Textiles * GCSE 1
Food Preparation & Nutrition GCSE
Art GCSE 4
Drama GCSE
Music GCSE 3
Media studies GCSE
Sociology GCSE
Physical education GCSE 2
French GCSE
Spanish GCSE
Philosophy, ethics and religious education
GCSE 5
Geography GCSE
History GCSE
Computer science GCSE 6
Martin High School Pathway 1 Option Form
Subject Qualification
English literature GCSE All pupils to study these
English language GCSE
Maths GCSE
