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Key Stage 4 Prospectus & Options Booklet

PART 2 OPTION COURSES

For courses starting in 2014

KEY STAGE 4 PROSPECTUS &

OPTIONS BOOKLET 2014

Food Technology Graphic Products

Hospitality Product Design

Resistant Materials Textiles Technology

Languages (French, German, Spanish)

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KING JAMES’S SCHOOL, KNARESBOROUGH

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Compulsory/Optional Optional

Course Duration Two Year

KJS Course Code Year Group(s) at start of course Optional Units (if Optional course)

Ft 9 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA Food Technology 4545

Qualification GCSE A* - G

THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF YOUR YEAR 9 COURSE The syllabus will give you the opportunity to investigate, design, make and evaluate using food as a material. You will need to acquire a knowledge of food, its properties, what happens when it is processed, together with the appropriate selection of equipment which would be used in preparation and processing. This knowledge and experience will be gained through skill-based tasks and assignments, which enable a range of skills and processes to be developed. Whenever possible these will be related to industrial situations as you will be designing and making for the food industry.

Design and Technology Lessons

The knowledge and understanding in the subject is delivered throughout the course

Skills programme

Short focused practical tasks

Product design and make assignments (bread production, soups and vegetable dishes and pastries)

Key Skills, ICT throughout as appropriate

Use of intranet, internet, food in focus and other software

Focused tasks – sauces, cakes and biscuits, nutritional

science and supporting practical work

Completion of controlled assessment projects

Tests – looking at mark scheme – feedback to students

COURSE OUTLINE

GCSE Food Technology is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

Controlled assessment is a major part of the GCSE assessment and accounts for 60% of the final marks. This is a single project within which students will be required to carry out an extended, integrated design and make task. This extended piece of work involves 45 hours of supervised time. The project provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to integrate their knowledge, designing skills and making skills to produce food items of quality, which satisfy a specific need or function. Students must consider industrial practices and the application of systems and control. The importance of this project is reflected in the 60% weighting allocated to it. The evidence for the project will take the form of a design folio and practical outcomes. Students will take a final written examination, which accounts for the remaining 40% of the overall mark. This paper is externally set and marked. The exam is a two hour un-tiered paper. A preparation sheet will be issued to all candidates on 1

st March. This sheet will give advance notice of the design context for most

of the questions on the written paper.

ASSESSMENT & DEADLINES

DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY FOOD TECHNOLOGY

GCSE

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You will have experienced designing and making quality products using food as the design material.

BY THE END OF THE COURSE

Careful management of homework time is essential in order to pace the progress of examination preparation.

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT POINTERS TO SUCCESS

Students will need to provide their own ingredients for Food Technology.

A portfolio is required to

present GCSE work and this can be purchased from the department at a reduced cost.

Revision guides will be available to purchase.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/design/foodtech

www.aqa.org.uk

The school library is also stocked with numerous food technology books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES In Food Technology careers can be in the food industry as Food Technologists designing and making the food that appears on our supermarket shelves. In the food and diet industry, working as a dietician or in the hospitality and catering industry.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Students will need to come prepared to Food Technology lessons with the required ingredients. We always try to give one week’s notice.

Students can adapt and modify recipes as appropriate and substitute ingredients to suit their own preferences.

ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION

http://www.aqa.org.uk/

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Gr 9 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA Graphic Products 4550


THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF YOUR YEAR 9 COURSE

Graphic Products is concerned with the designing and making of products where the outcome can be presented as a two or three-dimensional model.

You will build on knowledge gained in Key Stage 3 and you will learn how to present your work in an effective way, develop skills in researching, analysis and evaluation of finished projects. You will use a variety of methods to convey design ideas. The use of ICT is encouraged throughout the course, as well as more traditional methods of drawing.

You will make models based on your own designs. This can be workshop or classroom based depending on the material selected.

The GCSE controlled assessment element is in the form of one major project, which further develops skills already learned. Controlled assessment is teacher assessed and externally moderated and is completed by the end of March.

Topics

All students will start a project which follows closely the style of one undertaken for GCSE assessment. Initially the project is based on portfolio work, and develops student’s skills, knowledge and understanding.

Students move to finalising designs which are then modelled in the workshop.

Students complete making aspect of product.

Portfolio work is completed.

Major Project: 40 hour supervised controlled assessment.

Students will have chosen a project from alternatives offered. Portfolio work is the major part of this term’s work.

Students will construct a model based on their own design.

COURSE OUTLINE

DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY GRAPHIC PRODUCTS

GCSE

GCSE Graphic Products is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS The controlled assessment is a major part of the GCSE and accounts for 60% of the final marks. Students take a final examination which accounts for the remaining 40% of the overall mark. This paper is externally set and marked. A preparation sheet will be issued to all candidates on 1st March in the final year of the course. This sheet will give you advance notice of the design context for most of the questions on the written paper.


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You will have an understanding of the design process. You will be able to analyse and evaluate your designs and be able to construct a model based on these.


A portfolio is required to present GCSE work and this can be purchased from the department at a discounted price.


ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.technologystudent.com

www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcse bite size/art

www.f1inschools.co.uk

www.greenpower.co.uk

www.youngeng.org/

The school library is also stocked with numerous design books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Graphic Designer

Product Designer

Advertising & Branding

Web Designer

Design Teacher

CAD Designer

Draughtsman/woman

Architect

Civil Engineer

Town Planner

Auto Designer

Interior Designer

Games Design

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Students will need to come to technology lessons with writing and drawing equipment.

Revision guides and student works are available to buy from school.


Careful management of homework time is essential in order to pace the progress and development of the design portfolio.


http://www.technologystudent.com/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcse

http://www.f1inschools.co.uk/

http://www.greenpower.co.uk/

http://www.youngeng.org/

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Ho 9 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification WJEC Hospitality (Single Award) 4740



This course will allow you to develop and extend your skills within Hospitality in a vocational context. This means that everything you do will be directly linked to working in any aspect of the Hospitality Industry e.g. – Chef, waiting staff, restaurant manager and Assistant manager. It will offer valuable preparation for those entering the world of work.

Another key feature of this course is that there is a strong emphasis on gaining the required knowledge via practical work therefore it is ideal for someone who prefers to learn “by doing”.

Candidates can acquire the skills required for Hospitality in a number of different ways:

In school preparing for in-house functions e.g. Senior citizens party and staff restaurants

Weekly practical sessions where students are expected to produce dishes to develop competent practical skills and ensure a sound knowledge of dishes for all occasions e.g. Wedding buffets, three course evening meals and dishes which meet specific clients needs e.g. coeliac, vegetarians

Role-plays/watching case study videos and undertaking visits to different catering establishments

Dedicated weekly theory lesson.

Areas of study:

The industry – hospitality

Types of service provided and the related client groups

Job roles, employment opportunities and relevant training

Menu planning, preparation and presentation

Planning for functions and events

Costing menus and events

Customer care

Standards of service

Communication and teamwork

Environmental considerations

COURSE OUTLINE

Hospitality is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS The assessment is spread over two units of work. UNIT 3: Hospitality skills related to events and functions Controlled Assessment 60% One event based task chosen from a list of three WJEC set tasks. Internally assessed using WJEC set criteria and externally moderated. 45 hours in total. UNIT 4: Hospitality and the customer (40%) One Written Paper 1 ¼ hours Paper which will be externally set and marked.


DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY HOSPITALITY

GCSE

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You will have gained knowledge and understanding of the Hospitality industry and a broad range of practical skills.


Careful management of homework time is essential in order to pace the progress of

examination preparation.

Good personal organisational skills to come properly prepared with ingredients for practical sessions.

General Interest in the hospitality industry, particularly the preparation and service of food.

Well focused in coursework controlled assessment practical and theory sessions to achieve maximum potential.


Students will need to provide their own ingredients for practical lessons.

In Year 9 students usually cook on 2/3 lessons.

In Year 10 students usually cook 1/2 lessons.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.wjec.co.uk

www.caterer.co.uk The school library is also stocked with numerous catering books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

A career in the hospitality and catering industry

Working in Management and Administration, as a Manager or

Assistant Manager.

Food preparation, as a chef.

Front of house, as a receptionist or porter.

Food and drink service, as a restaurant manager or head waiter/ess

Accommodation, as a Conference Manager or Housekeeper

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Pupils will need to come prepared with ingredients for the practical sessions. See additional charges.


http://www.wjec.co.uk/

http://www.caterer.co.uk/

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Pd 9 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA Product Design 4555


GCSE Product Design is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

The controlled assessment is a major part of the GCSE assessment and accounts for 60% of the final marks. The final examination accounts for the remaining 40% of the overall mark. This paper is externally set and marked.


DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY PRODUCT DESIGN

GCSE


The distinguishing feature of Product Design is the ability to study the material area that best suits you.

You can use any material in the modelling, prototyping or manufacturing of your products. As a minimum the theory examination will focus on paper and card. You must choose at least one other material area to study in detail.

The course is centred on the study of consumer products. It focuses on designing and making products that can be mass produced. You will learn how and why products have changed over time and design and develop your own products in order to satisfy the needs of clients and consumers. You will need to consider the constraints placed on manufacturers in industrial and commercial contexts. You will study market forces and the effects products can have on society and the environment. There is a great emphasis on using CAD/CAM in assisting you in the design and manufacture of your controlled assessment.

GCSE controlled assessment will consist of one major project. You are required to submit a 3-dimensional product or outcome and a concise design folder. You have the freedom to use the type and variety of materials necessary to satisfy your design brief. This can include combining materials e.g. wood and fabric or ceramics and plastics.

Topics

Analyse and evaluate existing products. You will re-design a product of your choosing in the style of a designer of your choice.

Introduction to Coral Draw and Solidworks software.

Industrial production.

Focused practical tasks (pewter casting) in the workshop familiarising students with equipment and processes.

Introduction to controlled assessment at GCSE - Research section of controlled assessment completed.

Pupils produce a mobile phone docker using workshop tools.

GCSE controlled assessment - Design Ideas and Development.

Theory (manufacturing processes and materials) taught those focused practical tasks.

COURSE OUTLINE

JUNE 2014

You will have a good understanding of designing and manufacturing products for the mass market.

You will also be capable of using CAD software and manufacturing using CAM.


Careful management of homework time is essential in order to pace the progress of examination preparation.


A contribution to material costs is requested if students wish to take their Product Design practical work home.

A portfolio is required to present GCSE work and this can be purchased from the department at a reduced cost.

Revision guides will be available to purchase through school at a reduced cost.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Students will need to come prepared to technology lessons with writing and drawing equipment.

In addition students will need an apron for practical Product Design lessons.

Revision guides and student work books are available to buy from school.


Engineering Graphic Design Architecture

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR


www.bitesize.com

www.youngengineers.org



The school library is also stocked with numerous design books

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES


http://www.bitesize.com/

http://www.youngengineers.org/

http://www.flinschools.co.uk/


JUNE 2014






Rm 9 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA Resistant Materials 4560



In Resistant Materials you build on the knowledge and skills acquired during Key Stage 3. You will learn how to present your work in an effective way and develop skills in researching, analysis, producing design ideas and practical making. Designing and making activity is based around the three main materials of wood, metals and plastics.

GCSE controlled assessment will consist of one major project, which will be selected from a range of board set tasks. This provides you with the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to produce an extended design and make project. Products of quality which satisfy a specific need or function are the key to having a high level of success. This project is assessed by your teacher and externally moderated.

You will use a variety of methods to convey your design ideas. The use of ICT is encouraged (especially computer aided design/computer aided manufacture) as well as the more traditional methods of communication.

Topics

Focussed Practical Tasks help to build knowledge and understanding. These include graphics skills, practical skills and use of ICT including CAD/CAM.

Mini Design and Make Task which follows the style of the major project.

Introduction of Major Project - project outline chosen by pupils. Advised to purchase revision guide.

Major Project:

40 hour supervised controlled assessment element.

Product Manufacture and final evaluation and testing.

COURSE OUTLINE

GCSE Resistant Materials is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

At GCSE the controlled assessment work is a major part of the assessment and accounts for 60% of the final marks. This work must be completed in school time.

Students take a final examination which accounts for the remaining 40% of the overall mark. A preparation sheet will be issued to all candidates on 1st March in the final year of the GCSE. This sheet will give you advance notice of the design context for most of the questions on the written paper. This paper is externally set and marked.


DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY RESISTANT MATERIALS

GCSE

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You will have a good understanding of the design process, being able to communicate ideas and to show the merit of this work through the making of a quality product.


The Product Design intranet site includes - a pupils guide detailing the requirements (work to be included) for the major project.

Careful management of homework time is essential in order to pace the progress of exam preparation.


A contribution to material costs is requested if students wish to take their Resistant Materials, practical work home.

A portfolio is required to present GCSE work and this can be purchased from the department at a greatly reduced cost.

Revision guides will be available to purchase again at a reduced rate.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Students’ work is monitored throughout the year. AQA assessment criteria are used to produce a final controlled assessment grade. This mark is standardised within the department and a sample of work is moderated externally. Students work is continuously assessed throughout the course and more formally every learning cycle.

Students will need to come prepared to technology lessons with writing and drawing equipment.

In addition students will need an apron for Resistant Materials practical lessons.

Revision guides and student work books are available to buy.


Plumbing Joinery Fabrication Work Engineering Architecture

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR


www.bitesize.com




The school library is also stocked with numerous design books

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES




http://www.flinschools.co.uk/


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Tx 9 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA Textiles 4570


GCSE Textiles is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

There is one tier of assessment covering grades A* - G. The specification is unitised (units may be re–taken).

Unit 1 (Sections A & B) – Written Paper lasting 2 hours accounts for 40% of the qualification. Candidates answer all questions in the two sections. Unit 2 – A Controlled Assessment of approximately 45 hours accounts for 60% of the qualification and consists of a single design and make activity from a range of tasks set by AQA, the awarding body. Unit 2 is internally assessed and externally moderated.

A pre-release preparation sheet is issued in March to help candidates prepare for the design question in Section A of Unit 1.


DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY

GCSE


Textile Technology is a practical subject area which provides exciting opportunities for creative design and manufacture. The course prepares candidates for entering higher level courses or for entering the world of work. Learning experiences will develop skills of creativity and critical analysis through making links between the principles of good design, existing solutions and technological knowledge. These experiences can incorporate fashion or interior design.

Focus Practical

Tasks and short design

and make tasks

Developing practical skills

Subject specific knowledge and understanding must be acquired

ICT skills extended and appropriately integrated into work

Key Skills

Issues as defined in Specification

Design and Make Activities which focus on particular concepts

Industrial Awareness and Application

Controlled Assessment

Project

Controlled Assessment Preparations and selection of projects

Ongoing controlled assessment

Continual assessment and feedback to students as work progresses

Issue of preparation sheet in readiness for mock examinations

Final assessment and moderation of work

Continuation of knowledge and understanding with particular emphasis on examination questions

Examination Preparation

Preparations for Unit 1 (written paper)

Practice in examination questions/tests

Discussion/feedback on answers

Preparation sheet – March – analyse and prepare for the examination

Pupils continue to prepare with aid of set text, revision guide and help sheets etc

COURSE OUTLINE

JUNE 2014

A portfolio is required to present GCSE work and this can be purchased from the department at a greatly reduced cost.


Students will need to contribute towards the cost of fabric / materials etc.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Students will receive prior notice of the context for the written paper in March of the examination year.

This Preparation Sheet allows students time to research and prepare design ideas before they sit the examination paper but prepared materials are not allowed to be taken into the examination.


Fashion Design

Fashion Marketing

Merchandising

Fashion Buying

Textile Design

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Text book: AQATextilesTechnology (publisher Heinemann)

www.wgsn-edu.com www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize www.textilesonline.com

Revision Guide GCSE Textiles Technology(publisher Lonsdale) Student Worksheets GCSE (publisher Lonsdale)

Students are provided with a controlled assessment support booklet which offers advice on sections of work to be completed and examples of good practice. On receipt of the exam preparation sheet (March) students are issued with a booklet to help prepare for the exam context and in addition a question book for revision purposes.

The school library is also stocked with numerous textiles books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

You will have developed your design and technology capability and experienced a range of materials and processes which give you the confidence to design, make and modify products and systems.


Each student is issued with help sheets which detail the requirements (work to be included) for the major project.

Careful management of homework and class time is essential in order to pace the progress examination theory.



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Fr or De or Sp Year 10 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification French AQA 4655, Spanish AQA 4695, German AQA 4665



In our global community, effective communication in another language is of increasing importance. Many universities look favourably on applicants with a language at GCSE for some degree courses. In the current economic climate employers rate linguists highly, as much British trade is with non-English speaking countries.

Lifestyle

Healthy and unhealthy lifestyles Relationships and Choices Future plans regarding: marriage/partnership Social issues and equality Leisure

Free Time and the Media Shopping, money, fashion and trends Advantages and disadvantages of new technology

Home and Environment

Home, town and region Environment Current problems facing the planet Being environmentally friendly School/College and Future Plans

What school/college is like Pressures and problems Current and Future Jobs

COURSE OUTLINE

LANGUAGES (French or German or Spanish)

GCSE

The GCSEs in French, German and Spanish have the following assessment model:

Note: Pupils have completed one Speaking and one Writing Controlled Assessement in Year 10 (from this year onwards). This is worth 30% of the final GCSE grade.


GCSE Languages is taught in ability-based groups where possible. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

Unit 1: Listening 46551F, 46551H

Examination – 20% Either

Foundation Tier: 30 mins (+ 5 mins reading time)

or Higher Tier: 40 mins

(+5 mins reading time)

Unit 2: Reading 46552F; 46552H

Examination – 20%

Either Foundation Tier: 30 mins

or

Higher Tier: 50 mins

Unit 3: Speaking 46553

Controlled Assessment – 30%

(internally assessed)

Two tasks submitted for moderation.

Unit 4: Writing 46554


(externally assessed)

Two tasks submitted for marking

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You will be able to express your ideas clearly in your chosen language(s) and appreciate the culture and civilisation of other countries around the world.


Your teachers are there to help you gain success. Listen to and act upon their advice.

Prepare thoroughly for all the tasks. Your teacher will provide exact details of what is required for each piece of controlled assessment work.

Essential vocabulary and structures will be taught – you must make sure you learn the work.

You will be given adequate time in which to prepare for your tasks, including drafting and redrafting your version.

You must meet all deadlines set.

For each piece of controlled assessment remember to put in plenty of description, opinions and reasons and to refer to past, present and future events.


French, Spanish, German Tuition from the foreign language assistant may be available on a one to one basis and in small teaching groups.


The Department provides textbooks for all GCSE students to use in lessons.

Exchanges and cultural visits are optional and will improve your linguistic skills and knowledge of the country.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES

www.linguastars.co.uk

www.bitesize.co.uk

www.languagesonline.org.uk

www.channel4.com/extra

www.cartoonnetwork.es

www.cartoonnetwork.fr

www.languagegames.org

www.cvc.cervantes.es/oteador

www.aboutspain.net

www.musica7.com

The school library is also stocked with numerous modern languages books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/ RESOURCES

This course is not only useful for future students of languages in Higher Education but, increasingly, for those wanting a language to enhance their career prospects in other fields. Former KJS students have studied languages alongside Law, Business, Medicine, Media,Teaching, Leisure, and Tourism, the Performing Arts and Interpreting.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

http://www.linguastars.co.uk/

http://www.bitesize.co.uk/

http://www.languagesonline.org.uk/

http://www.channel4.com/extra

http://www.cartoonnetwork.es/

http://www.cartoonnetwork.fr/

http://www.languagegames.org/

http://www.cvc.cervantes.es/oteador

http://www.aboutspain.net/

http://www.musica7.com/

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Number of Units

Art (BTEC) Art (GCSE) Astronomy Business Studies (GCSE) Business Studies (Short Course) Certificate of Personal Effectiveness (CoPE) Computer Science Dance Drama Economics (Short Course) Engineering Ethics, Religion & Life Ethics, Religion & Life (Short Course) French (as a second Modern Language) Geography History ICT Music Performing Arts (Acting) Physical Education Sociology (Short Course) Sport (BTEC) Travel & Tourism

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Course Duration One Year


Ba Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Award in Art and Design QAN code 600/4781/1

Qualification Equivalent to 1 GCSE A* - C grades

A BTEC Extended Certificate is a practical, work-related course. Students’ work will develop by completing projects and following design briefs that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. The course introduces students to the employment areas in Art and Design and provides a good basis to go on to a more advanced work- related qualification.

The course is made up of 120 hours of work spread over four units. There are three units of coursework: Introduction to specialist pathways in Art & Design; 2D & 3D, ideas in Art; Investigating ‘Contextual References in Art and Design’.

Unit One explores the development of mark making skills through the use of a range of sources and direct observation. This enables students to communicate their ideas in response to a given brief. Students will be introduced to a wide range of 2D and 3D techniques and will work to specific briefs designed with a vocational context. They might, for example, be asked to produce a brochure for an exhibition on aspects of the local environment.

Unit Two involves studying historical and contemporary Art, Craft and Design. Students will develop their research skills by exploring other artists work in order to enhance their own personal responses.

In the Third unit students will specialise in areas of the Visual Arts and follow design briefs directed to these areas. Results of projects can aim towards many fields including Graphics, Illustration, Printed Textile work and 3D.

The fourth unit is an externally set assessment, essentially a ten-hour exam, with a theme set by the exam board. Students will have approximately six school weeks to prepare for this.

COURSE OUTLINE

BTEC Art is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

Each student will be assessed against the full criteria, which includes research, experimentation and a final outcome. Each unit is graded as a pass, merit, distinction or distinction *. All units are internally assessed by your tutors and externally moderated. All students will be set homework on a weekly basis throughout the course. All homework contributes to the units. Details of the exam will be given in the calendar.

The coursework units contribute 75% of the BTEC in Art. The externally set assessment constitutes 25% of the BTEC in Art.


ART BTEC

JUNE 2014

Work in as many media as possible to show your skills off.

Don’t be afraid to experiment and push your ideas forward.

Use your briefs to help you understand what is required for each unit.

Make each part of your work as visually exciting as possible. (You will gain marks for presentation.)


Sketchbooks are available for purchase. If students do not provide their own or buy them from the department, the department make them up using spare paper. A3 plastic folders are available to buy to carry sketchpads in. Pupils often wish to purchase their own specialist materials for use in school or at home, such as acrylic or oil paints.

Trips are arranged by the department to research art in galleries at first hand; these trips are desirable but not compulsory. A voluntary contribution for these trips is requested.

Pupils should purchase an A1 folder to store their work. These are available from the Art Dept.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Leeds City Art Gallery

York City Art Gallery

Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Mercer Art Gallery, Harrogate

www.popart.com

www.artcyclopedia.com

www.artnet.com

www.tate.org.uk

www.nationalgallery.org.uk

www.british-museum.ac.uk

www.artchive.com

The school library is also stocked with numerous art books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

This course is a broad foundation in Art and Design which could lead to a number of careers, such as:

Set Designer

Fashion Designer

Architecture

Product Designer

Textile Designer

Freelance Designer

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Students can access a handbook on Fronter that is illustrated with exemplar material and gives advice on how to undertake preparation as well as how to analyse other works of Art and Craftwork. The Handbook also gives an example of a real project, assessment objectives, a list of different themes and careers advice related to Art and Design. Research days could include working with artists and craft practitioners to develop an understanding of real art& design situations.


A BTEC First Award prepares students for employment and provides a good grounding to go on to a more advanced course such as a BTEC National Diploma or Certificate in: 3D Design, Design, Design Crafts, Fashion and Clothing, Fine Art, Graphic Design, Multimedia, Photography, Textiles.


http://www.popart.com/

http://www.artcyclopedia.com/

http://www.artnet.com/

http://www.tate.org.uk/

http://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/

http://www.british-museum.ac.uk/

http://www.artchive.com/

JUNE 2014






Ar Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel Art & Design: Fine Art 2FA01


The GCSE Art course is designed to develop new skills and extend many of those which pupils have acquired in Years 7-9.

Students produce a portfolio of artwork during the course. Mainly this is based on themes set by the department using a range of media. Preparation in sketchpads counts for half the marks for the GCSE. Preparation consists of drawings, photographs, artist studies (including some written analysis of this work), media experiments and designs for finished work. The themes vary from still life projects to more personal imaginative responses. Students will begin with a 'foundation' project - usually drawing from observation - to get them into the habit of using primary source material as a starting point for subsequent work. They will gradually develop more individual responses to set themes. At the end of the course they will take a ten hour exam for which they will have a number of weeks to prepare for. The theme for the exam is chosen by the exam board.

COURSE OUTLINE

GCSE Art is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

Students are assessed on the controlled assessment element and the final exam. A selection of their controlled assessment, which is produced in the lesson and for homework (set each week), is made. This portfolio of work (controlled assessment) counts for 60% of the GCSE. A ten hour exam, with preparation, counts for the remaining 40%. The ten hour exam is spread over two days and pupils will have the opportunity to do a ‘mock’ exam of ten hours earlier in the course. Pupils cannot get a grade without the relevant preparation. All work is assessed by the Art teachers and then the marks are moderated by the exam board. Feedback is given throughout the course with regular Learning Cycle information for parents and pupils alongside helpful targets related to current work on how to improve. Target grades will be set early on to help pupils aspire to the best possible grades.


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At least five projects will have been completed, including the exam. You should have produced a minimum of three controlled assessment pieces.

A selection of controlled assessment pieces will be put on exhibition at the end of the course alongside a portfolio of your work, including your sketchbooks and this, together with your examination piece, will be assessed.


Pupils should follow strategies for completion of each project given out by all art staff.

Refer to the handbook for pupils issued at the start of the course.

Critical and Historical work counts for 30% of the final GCSE grade.

Be consistent in the work produced and ensure preparation is done thoroughly.


A3 Sketchbooks are available for purchase. If students do not provide their own or buy them from the department, the department can make them up using spare paper. A3 plastic folders are available to buy to carry sketchpads in. Pupils often wish to purchase their own specialist materials for use in school or at home, such as acrylic or oil paints.

We sell a pack of equipment including an A3 Sketchpad and an A1 portfolio at the start of the course.

Trips are arranged by the department to research art in galleries at first hand; these trips are desirable but not compulsory. A voluntary contribution for these trips is requested.

Pupils should purchase an A1 folder to store their work. These are available

from the Art Dept.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Leeds City Art Gallery

York City Art Gallery

Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Mercer Art Gallery, Harrogate

www.popart.com

www.artcyclopedia.com

www.artnet.com

www.tate.org.uk

www.nationalgallery.org.uk

www.british-museum.ac.uk

www.artchive.com

The school library is also stocked with numerous art books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Fashion

Advertising

Graphic Designer

Interior Designer

Make-up Artist

Stage Design

Teacher

Jewellery Maker

Special Effects

TV and Film

Photographer

Illustrator

Art-therapist

A career in galleries

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Students can access a handbook on Fronter that is illustrated with exemplar material and gives advice on how to undertake preparation as well as how to analyse other works of Art. The Handbook also gives an example of a real exam paper, assessment objectives, a list of different themes and careers advice related to Art and Design.


http://www.popart.com/

http://www.artcyclopedia.com/

http://www.artnet.com/

http://www.tate.org.uk/

http://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/

http://www.british-museum.ac.uk/

http://www.artchive.com/

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At Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel Astronomy 2AS01


Edexcel have consulted with professional astronomers to redevelop their GCSE Astronomy course. The course covers all aspects of astronomy from the Earth, Sun, Moon interactions right through to the large scale structure of the Universe and its ultimate fate which is in the hands of dark matter and dark energy.

Topic Content

1: Earth, Moon and Sun Deals with each as a body in their own right and the interactions between them.

2: Planetary Systems Explore the Solar System from an historical perspective and as we know it today.

3: Stars Explore constellations, clusters, nebulae, galaxies from an observational viewpoint and the physical mechanisms behind them.

4: Galaxies and Cosmology Beginning with our own galaxy (the Milky Way), increasing in scale to clusters of galaxies and concluding with the large scale structure of the Universe.

Controlled Assessment: Students will plan, carry out, analyse and evaluate two observational projects. One project involves unaided (naked eye) observations and the other requires a camera, binoculars or telescope. Both carry equal marks.

COURSE OUTLINE

GCSE Astronomy is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

Unit 1: Understanding the Universe (external assessment 75% of total mark) Unit 2: Exploring the Universe (two pieces of controlled assessment 25% of total mark)


ASTRONOMY GCSE

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You will have an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of astronomy.

You will know about the historical developments on which our present day knowledge is built.

You will know about the cutting edge areas of research taking place right now.


None

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.edexcel.com - astronomy

www.astronomygcse.co.uk

www.astronomynew.com

The school library is also stocked with Sky at Night magazine.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Physics

Astronomy

Engineering

Aeronautics

Pilot

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Complements GCSE Science Makes GCSE Physics easier


The course has a high mathematical bias and previous experience has shown that students who are forecast at least grade Bs in both Science and Maths perform well in GCSE Astronomy. Students with lower predicted grades struggle and are unlikely to achieve an A* - C grade.

Students who have a good attitude to learning and put in the required effort have the most success.

Enjoy the subject. If you are fascinated with space and the universe the rest will follow.

Work hard – especially on the two pieces of controlled assessments.


http://www.edexcel.com/

http://www.astronomygcse.co.uk/

http://www.astronomynew.com/

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Course Duration 1 Year


Bs Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA GCSE Business Studies (full course) 4133


GCSE Business Studies is new to students at Key Stage 4. It provides an exciting introduction to the real world of business, and enables you to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to succeed in an ever-changing business world. The course covers both setting up and running a small business, and how larger businesses work.

The course consists of 3 modules which provide a broad introduction to work and business:

Unit 1: Setting up a Business provides an exciting introduction into how to set up your own business. It covers enterprise skills & the role of the entrepreneur, and how to plan and run a small business. You will be able to answer questions such as, “What is an entrepreneur?” “How do I start up a small business?” “Where do I get the money from to set up my business?”

Unit 2 Growing as a Business builds upon the content of Unit 1, allowing you to explore how businesses grow and the issues that expansion raises. The unit will focus on medium to large sized businesses. You will be able to answer questions such as, “How do I recruit and manage staff in an expanding business?” “How can I use marketing and advertising to grow my business?” “Should I stay as a sole trader or become a private limited company?”

Unit 3: Investigating Businesses is a research project based on a small business. Typically, you will visit a small business in the local area, and investigate how it can improve its marketing. You will carry out market research, analyse your findings, and then put forward your own suggestions in a report.

COURSE OUTLINE

Students are taught in mixed ability groups.

Each group is usually shared by two teachers.

Teachers work together to plan lessons and resources, and follow structured schemes of work which ensures a consistent and co-ordinated learning experience for all students.

TEACHING GROUP ARRANGEMENTS

Assessment is based on two exams and one controlled assessment. You will complete the controlled assessment in the autumn term, and sit the two exams in the summer.

Unit 1: Setting up a Business

40% of final grade 1hr exam (60 marks)

Unit 2: Growing as a Business


Unit 3: Investigating Businesses

25% of final grade Controlled Assessment (40 marks)


BUSINESS STUDIES GCSE

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A CGP revision guide is available for purchase at a discounted price.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Business Studies is useful for a wide range of careers, including running your own business, management, finance, law, media, psychology, engineering, accountancy, economics, environmental sciences and local government. As an entirely new subject it provides breadth to your programme of study, which will prove valuable in virtually any career. It also provides an excellent base for Post -16 studies in Business.

CAREERS SUBJECT WOULD

BE USEFUL FOR

The best single resource is the Business Studies area on Fronter.

Other useful sites are:

www.bized.co.uk www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/business/ www.bbc.co.uk/business www.tutor2u.net www.businessstudiesonline.co.uk

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Schemes of work, resources and more detailed curriculum guides are available to download from the Business Studies area on Fronter. Further details of the specification are available from www.aqa.org.uk


There will be regular assessments throughout the course, one per learning cycle minimum. These will help you assess and improve your own progress.

Keeping up to date with your notes is vital – this is a new course.

Try to apply what you learn to real businesses, through your own experience, friends and family, and by watching TV programmes such as The Apprentice and Dragon’s Den.

Get involved in Enterprise activities in school!


GCSE Business Studies provides an excellent preparation for the world of business, enterprise, and working life in general. If you enjoy the subject, then during Key Stage 4 you can choose to study other courses from our suite of short GCSE courses in Business & Social Sciences. You may also wish to try Young Enterprise short course option. In the Sixth Form you can continue to study Business, Economics and Sociology through a range of Advanced level and BTEC courses.


http://www.bized.co.uk/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/business/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/business/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/business

http://www.tutor2u.net/

http://www.businessstudiesonline.co.uk/


http://www.ocr.org.uk/

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Bss Year 10 or 11 1

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA GCSE Business Studies (short course) 4131


GCSE Business Studies (short course) is new to students at Key Stage 4. It provides an exciting introduction into the real world of business, and enables you to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to succeed in an ever-changing business world. The focus is on setting up and running a small business.

The course consists of 2 modules which provide an introduction to setting up and running a small business:

Unit 13: Setting up a Business provides an exciting introduction into how to set up your own business. It covers enterprise skills & the role of the entrepreneur, and how to plan and run a small business. You will be able to answer questions such as, “What is an entrepreneur?” “How do I start up a small business?” “Where do I get the money from to set up my business?”

Unit 14: Investigating Small Businesses is a research project based on a small business. Typically, you will visit a small business in the local area, and investigate how it can improve its marketing. You will carry out market research, analyse your findings, and then put forward your own suggestions in a report.

COURSE OUTLINE

BUSINESS STUDIES GCSE (Short Course)

Assessment is based on 1 exam and 1 controlled assessment. You will complete the controlled assessment in the autumn term, and sit the 2 exams in the summer.

Unit 13: Business Start Up


Unit 14: Investigating Small Businesses

50% of final grade Controlled Assessment (40 marks)


Students are taught in mixed ability groups. Teachers work together to plan lessons and resources, and follow structured schemes of work which ensures a consistent and co-ordinated learning experience for all students.


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in Business, Economics & & Social Sciences.

GCSE Business Studies (short course) is an excellent introduction to the world of business, with a focus on enterprise skills and how to set up your own business. You can combine GCSE Business Studies (short course) with a short course in Economics or Sociology from our suite of short GCSE courses in Business, Economics & Social Sciences. You may also wish to try Young Enterprise as a short course. In the Sixth Form you can continue to study Business, Economics, and Sociology through a range of Advanced level and BTEC courses.


Schemes of work, resources and more detailed curriculum guides are available to download from the Business Studies area on Fronter. Further details of the specification are available from www.aqa.org.uk



Keeping up to date with your notes is vital – this is a new course.

Try to apply what you learn to real businesses, through your own experience, friends and family, and by watching TV programmes such as The Apprentice and Dragon’s Den.

Get involved in Enterprise activities in school!


The best single resource is the Business Studies area on Fronter.

Other useful sites are: www.bized.co.uk

www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcse bitesize/business/

www.bbc.co.uk/business

www.tutor2u.net

www.businessstudiesonline.co.uk

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Business Studies is useful for a wide range of careers, including running your own business, management, finance, law, media, psychology, engineering, accountancy, economics, environmental sciences and local government. As an entirely new subject it provides breadth to your programme of study, which will prove valuable in virtually any career. It also provides an excellent base for Post -16 studies in Business.


BE USEFUL FOR


ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

http://www.ocr.org.uk/





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Course Duration Two Years


Cp Year 10 4

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification ASDAN, CoPE Level 1 / CoPE Level 2

Qualification Level 1: Comparable to Grade D at GCSE Level 2: Comparable to Grade B at GCSE

The Certificate of Personal Effectiveness (CoPE) is a nationally recognised qualification outcome of the ASDAN programmes. The qualifications offer imaginative ways of accrediting young people's activities. They promote a wide range of personal qualities, abilities and achievements of young people, as well as introducing them to new activities and challenges. It is a skills-based, rather than a knowledge based course. This course is suitable for “high effort” (www.asdan.org.uk) students.

To gain the Certificate of Personal Effectiveness, students will need to achieve 12 credits by completing challenges from a variety of modules and provide evidence to demonstrate Key Skills development. Students will be able to work independently on challenges at home as well as in school and can use work they have completed in other subject areas. The work experience placement they do is worth 2 credits, providing there is enough supporting evidence.

Some of the modules covered include:

Communication: e.g. give an illustrated talk to a group of people

Citizenship and Community: e.g. choose to visit and report back on a magistrates court, a council department or a police station

Independent Living: e.g. find out what bills you might have to pay and what help you could get in benefits if you are living on your own

The Environment: e.g. investigate how renewable energy sources are being developed in the UK and present a report

International Links: e.g. develop your skills in a modern foreign language

COURSE OUTLINE

CoPE is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

There is no examination. By building a Portfolio of Evidence as they complete various challenges, students must demonstrate competence at Level 1 or 2 in the following skills: Working with Others, Improving own Learning and Performance, Problem Solving, Research, Communication through Discussion and Oral Presentation. Students are required to formally plan and review their work using the mandatory recording documents provided by ASDAN. These mandatory documents form a key part of the Portofolio of Evidence. At the end of the course, the portfolio is internally assessed and externally moderated. CoPE at KS4 is available at two Levels: Level 1 is comparable to Grade D at GCSE. Level 2 is comparable to Grade B and involves more independent and detailed work. Approximately 120 hours of work is expected for this GCSE-sized qualification.


CERTIFICATE OF PERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS (CoPE)

BTEC

http://www.asdan.org.uk/

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The course involves a number of activities that take place out of school. These are mainly local but some incur a small financial contribution.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.asdan.org.uk

The school library is also stocked with numerous relevant and useful reference books

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

CoPE can provide students with skills that are highly sought after by colleges, universities and employers. The course can be useful for further study, e.g. Apprenticeships, NVQs and Diploma courses and skills gained will be useful in any employment situation, from practical work (organisation, working with others, etc.) through to management and leadership roles (problem solving, discussion and presentation, etc.)

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

You will have had the opportunity to:

Develop and demonstrate a range of personal, key and employability skills leading to personal effectiveness

Broaden and manage learning through the enrichment activities, both inside and outside school, provided by the CoPE challenges

Receive national recognition and accreditation for the course

Prepare to study a range of further ASDAN courses at post-16, such as CoPE Level 3 or the Universities Award


Option to take Wider Key Skills at Level 1 / Level 2 as part of the course


Creativity, imagination, independence can lead to a high standard of work – always try to think of skills that you already have or subjects you are already studying and imagine how these could fit in with your CoPE challenges. Use your CoPE skills in other subjects or areas to ensure success

A well organised and up to date portfolio is essential – always complete your work in order, i.e. begin with a mindmap, make an action plan, set deadlines and goals, complete the challenge, collect the evidence, review your progress and write up your performance

Always keep a diary or a log of the work or learning that you do

Don’t be afraid to try something new – you will have fun!

Good ICT skills are useful – there is a lot of typing and use of the Internet

Attend lunchtime catch-up club for help and support

100% attendance is essential as this course is purely portfolio work



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Course Duration One year


Cs Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA GCSE Computer Science 4512

Qualification GCSE in Computer Science (A* to G)

The course is broken up into 2 components:

Component 1 – Practical programming

Approximately 50 hours of controlled assessment

Internally assessed, externally moderated.

Different tasks will be provided by AQA each year.

Each student should complete two tasks from a choice of four.

Working independently students demonstrate their ability to code a solution to a given problem. The tasks will be set in engaging and relevant contexts, e.g. gaming, web, mobile phone applications.

Tasks may be completed and submitted on paper or electronically (saved to CD and posted to the moderator).

Component 2 – Computing fundamentals

Externally assessed exam. Students are entered for either a paper-based or on-screen version.

All questions will be compulsory and will be taken from across the subject content.

This component will include a range of types of questions from very short to extended answer.

COURSE OUTLINE

COMPUTER SCIENCE

GCSE

Computer Science is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

GCSE Computer Studies is assessed in 2 different ways: Component 1 – Practical programming Approximately 50 hours of controlled assessment (2 tasks of 25 hours each), 60% of the marks, 126 marks, (63 marks for each task), 180 UMS

Component 2 – Computing fundamentals 1 hour 30 minutes exam, 40% of the marks, 84 marks, 120 UMS Students will be taught the theory ready for the external exam (Component 2) in lessons and will be expected to undertake homework to reinforce their understanding. The practical programming work (Component 2) has to be done in lesson under controlled assessment conditions. Students will have 50 hours to complete a series of tasks; this will be assessed by their class teacher and moderated by AQA.

Deadlines C1 – April C2 – June exam


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Maximise your project marks, use your teachers and keep on top of the controlled assessment, don’t fall behind as it is difficult to catch up.

L24 is always available at lunch time (Monday-Thursday). L2 is set aside for Year 10 and 11 students every Monday lunch time. After school catch up sessions will run from February - make sure you attend.

Make sure you revise theory work as we do it; don’t leave it all to the end of the year.


None

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Fronter – online resources to assist in Project and Theory work.

Online software tutorials.

www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/

The school library is also stocked with numerous IT books.

www.doddlelearn.co.uk

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES Any wide ranging IT based career, from more creative, media friendly jobs to networking, and systems analysis. A Computer Science qualification supports students learning and enhances any subject choice as computing skills are so necessary in everyday life and employment.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Students who study the new Computer Science GCSE could also study the GCSE in Information Technology. The two courses have very little crossover and will, together, fully cover all aspects of IT and Computing.

A natural progression would be to study IT at A-Level.


After successfully completing the Computer Science qualification, students will have learnt the skills and knowledge to progress to a wide range of school and college based qualifications, employment or apprenticeships. IT qualifications available in school include Creative iMedia Level 3 and ICT at AS and A2 Level.


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Da Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA Dance 4230


GCSE Dance follows a very broad syllabus and combines well with many other subjects. During the course you will develop creativity, choreography, performance and analysis skills and an extended understanding and appreciation of Dance and performance. The course is divided into four units:

Unit One - Written Paper The written exam requires Students to discuss two practitioners they have studied and analyse their own practical work on the course.

Unit Two – Practical Assessment Students will prepare a solo dance piece for performance and assessment. This work includes contemporary dance genre. Assessments are based on students’ preparation, interpretation, technical ability and the final performance.

Unit Three – Practical Controlled Assessment Students will prepare a duo/group dance piece for performance and assessment. This work includes any genre. Assessments are based on students’ preparation and final performance.

Unit Four – Practical Controlled Assessment Students will prepare a solo composition task demonstrating their choreography skills and ability to realise dance in performance.

COURSE OUTLINE

GCSE Dance is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

Unit One Written Paper (Ext Assessed) 20% Unit Two Practical Assessment (Ext Assessed) 20% Unit Three Practical Controlled Assessment 20% Unit Four Practical Controlled Assessment 40%

This is a highly practical and engaging course. As much of the work as possible is done through practical experience, however students are required to develop a theoretical understanding about Dance. Students are encouraged to find their own style of performance.

Controlled assessment is ongoing throughout the course. Students will be expected to write analytically, learn routines, conduct research and organise extra rehearsals out of lesson time.


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Home copies of the DVD’s of performances and events are for sale.

There will be various theatre visits which require a financial contribution.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Acting

Teaching

TV & Film

Dance Performance

Events Management

Dance in Education

Presenting & Communicating

Production Arts

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Students will have developed imagination, creativity, discipline and a range of choreography skills; factors which will undoubtedly increase self-confidence in dance and performance. Through this course students will gain essential key skills, enabling them not only to communicate confidently through the dance form and be able to present themselves as creative and competent individuals in preparation for all aspects of the world of work.


Pupils will be required to wear suitable clothing for Dance lessons.

Students will be able to watch other year Dance performances and receive feedback about their own work.


www.stagework.org.uk

www.dance.org.uk

www.aqa.org.uk

The school library is also stocked with numerous dance books.

For more details about this course please visit our school website

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

The GCSE course is very intense and it is important that you are able to work well with other people and enjoy being part of a team.

One of the aims of the GCSE course is for you to enjoy the course and to develop your own approach to choreography and dance form.

Aim to work with as many different people as possible during practical lessons.

Performances rely on personal discipline and good group work and a high level of commitment to rehearsals in and out of lessons.

Keep your folder up to date with notes, evaluations and routines - it’s the key to successful revision.

Attend as many theatre Dance performances as you can each term (preferably one each term).


http://www.stagework.org.uk/


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Dr Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA Drama 4240


GCSE Drama follows a very broad syllabus and combines well with many other subjects. During the course you will develop imagination, creative and thinking skills, performance and analysis skills and an extended understanding and appreciation of Drama and Theatre. The course is divided into two units:

Unit One - Written Paper The written exam is divided into two sections. Students will be asked to discuss plays they have read and analyse the practical work they complete on the course.

Unit Two – Practical Coursework Students will prepare practical work for performance and assessment. The work includes scripted plays and devised drama work (such as physical theatre and non-naturalistic style). Assessments are based on students’ preparation and research, rehearsals and the final performance.

COURSE OUTLINE

GCSE Drama is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

Unit One – Written Paper 40% Unit Two – Practical Controlled Assessment 60%

At least two practical assessments are undertaken each year. At the end of the GCSE course the highest mark for Scripted and Devised components are the ones which are submitted to the board. The ‘preparation and research’ elements of practical assessments are also marked in the written paper. As much of the work as possible is done through practical experience. Students are encouraged to find their own style of performance.

Controlled assessment is ongoing throughout the course. Students will be expected to write essays based on their analysis, learn lines, conduct research and organise extra rehearsals out of lesson time. Theatre visits are made throughout the year.


DRAMA GCSE

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The GCSE course is very intense and it is important that you are able to work well with other people and enjoy being part of a team.

The main aim of the GCSE course is for you to enjoy the course and to develop your own approach to the work. Drama is as much about entertainment for the performers as it is for the audiences.

Aim to work with as many different people as possible during practical lessons.

Performances rely on good group work and a high level of commitment to rehearsals in and out of lessons, so try to write a clear rehearsal schedule and keep to it.

Keep your folder up to date with notes, evaluations and essays - it’s the key to successful revision.

Attend as many theatre performances as you can each term (preferably one each term).


Home copies of the videos of productions and events are for sale.

The Drama exam also requires some students to have seen a play.

The Drama department organises theatre visits which require a financial contribution.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Acting

Teaching

Media Studies

TV & Film

Events Management

Theatre in Education


Production Arts

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Students will have developed imagination, creative and thinking skills; factors which will undoubtedly increase self-confidence in communicating and working with others, and will extend their understanding of an appreciation of Drama and Theatre. Through this course students will gain essential key skills, enabling them not only to communicate confidently with prospective employers but to present themselves as creative and competent individuals in preparation for all aspects of the world of work.


Students are given exemplar essays and handouts throughout the course to support them in the preparation and completion of their written work.

Pupils may wish to bring comfortable clothing for practical performance workshops.

Students will regularly watch older year group’s performances and receive feedback about their own work.


Drama Room on Fronter


www.rsc.org.uk

www.aqa.org.uk

The school library is also stocked with numerous drama books.

For more details about this course please visit our website at www.dramadepartment.co.uk

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES



http://www.dramdepartment.co.uk/

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Ecs Year 10 or 11 1

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA GCSE Economics (short course) 4132


GCSE Economics (short course) is new to students at Key Stage 4. It provides you with an exciting introduction into the real world of economics. It aims to equip you with the basic tools of an economist to help you understand current economic issues such as debt, the credit crunch, work & unemployment, inflation, house prices, international trade, and globalisation. As citizens, future taxpayers, voters, and business managers, an understanding of these topics will prove invaluable.

The course consists of one unit called Personal Economics. This comprises 3 main topics:

Topic 1: Money In this unit you learn how to use the personal lifecycle as a framework to consider your needs and wants, and how to manage personal finances and debt effectively. You will also explore the moral and ethical dilemmas when making decisions to do with spending, saving, investing or borrowing money.

Topic 2: Work is about the world of work; the rewards of work, the market for labour and how wages are determined, and the impact of unemployment on individuals and society.

Topic 3: The National & Global Economy In this unit you consider your role as a citizen in the national and global economy. You will learn about exchange rates, international trade, globalisation, and migration of workers. You will also have the opportunity to consider the power of the consumer to make a difference to issues such as fair trade, world poverty, and ethical and environmental concerns.

COURSE OUTLINE


TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

The single unit Personal Economics is assessed by an exam of 1 hour and 15 minutes. The exam consists of 3 sections:

Money

Work

National & Global Economy Economics is an academic subject, and exam questions require you to analyse both written information and numerical data. A mix of short and longer essay-style answers are required.


ECONOMICS GCSE (Short Course)

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The best single resource is the Business Studies area on Fronter. Other useful sites are:

www.bized.co.uk

www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcse bitesize/economics/

www.bbc.co.uk/business

www.tutor2u.net

www.economicsonline.co.uk

www.theeconomist.com

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES


Keep up to date with what’s happening in the economy by watching the news, the internet, and by reading newspapers.


Schemes of work, resources and more detailed curriculum guides are available to download from the Economics area on Fronter. It may be possible to extend the course to a full GCSE by completing one additional module. Further details of the specification are available from www.aqa.org.uk


None

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

GCSE Economics (short course) provides an introduction to Economics and an excellent preparation for your role in society as a voting citizen, and for working life in general.

You can combine GCSE Economics (short course) with a short course in Business or Sociology from our suite of short GCSE courses in Business, Economics & Social Sciences.

In the Sixth Form you can continue to study Economics, Business and Sociology through a range of Advanced level and BTEC courses.


Economics is relevant to a wide range of careers, including management, finance, law, media, psychology, engineering, accountancy, economics, environmental sciences and local government. As an entirely new subject it provides breadth to your programme of study, which will prove valuable in virtually any career. It also provides an excellent base for AS/A2 Economics Post-16.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

http://www.king-james.co.uk/







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Eg Year 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA 4850


The Engineering specification integrates designing, making and the application of various technologies. Students cover work in many areas such as: CAD/CAM; former and mould design; hydraulics; pneumatics; electronics and mechanisms. In addition, you will investigate the properties and uses of a range of traditional and smart materials used in modern Engineering practice. Students will visit local industries as part of the course to observe manufacturing and industrial practices.

The GCSE assessment is based on: 60% Portfolio/practical work 40% Examination

This course develops skills and understanding which would be used as part of a progressive career path to further technical or academic engineering qualifications.

Course requirements:

Due to the technical nature of the course, it is essential that students achieve a grade C or higher in either: Resistant materials; Product Design or Graphic Products in their GCSE in Year 10. High attainment in Maths and English are also desirable.

COURSE OUTLINE

ENGINEERING

GCSE

GCSE Engineering is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

Single Award (1 GCSE)

Unit 1 (Written Paper 1 hour)

Product Study based on information in a presentation sheet

Manufacturing and Materials

Unit 2 (Controlled Assessment)

Designing and communicating/manufacturing and Engineering

Product

A portfolio/one project (Mechanical, Pneumatic or Electronic)


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A contribution to material costs is requested if students wish to take their practical work home

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.tomorrowengineers.org.uk

www.u-explore.com



www.bitesize.com


USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Engineering students are very employable across the working world. In particular within the Engineering sector. Automotive Engineer Medical Engineer Structural Engineer Mechanical Engineer Civil Engineer Architecture

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

The qualification will give students a thorough understanding of the Engineering sector; making them perfectly suited to continue onto further study in the field of Engineering.

Students’ work is monitored throughout the year. AQA assessment criteria are used to produce a final controlled assessment grade. This mark is standardised within the department and a sample of work is moderated externally. Students’ work is continuously assessed throughout the course and more formally every learning cycle.

Students will need to come prepared to Engineering lessons with writing and drawing equipment.


Use local employers to enrich your studies and increase your depth and knowledge on all areas covered in class.

Make sure that you ask enough questions to gain a thorough understanding of all topics Covered.

Maximise your project marks, use your teachers and keep on top of the controlled assessment deadlines. Do not fall behind as it becomes very difficult to catch up.


The course can lead to further education, A-Level Product Design, apprenticeships or employment.


http://www.tomorrowengineers.org.uk/

http://www.u-explore.com/


http://www.f1inschools.co.uk/



JUNE 2014






Et Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies 2RS09/01


All students study the Edexcel GCSE Religion and Life course which has a heavy bias towards Ethics, leading to a full Edexcel GCSE Certificate.

The course consists of two modules each with four units.

Module 1 – Religion and Life

Believing in God

Community Cohesion

Matters of Life and Death

Sex, Marriage and Family

‘Religion and the Media’ is featured in all Module 1 topics. ‘The Place of Christian Worship’ is featured in all Module 2 topics.

Topics in Module 1 will be studied from the view of Christianity and Islam, and a non-religious viewpoint.

Topics in Module 2 will be studied from the view of Christianity.

COURSE OUTLINE

ETHICS, RELIGION & LIFE GCSE

Module 2 – Christianity

Living the Christian Life

Worship and Celebration

Nature of God

Community and Tradition

Assessments are built into the course in each unit, and there will be a final examination at the end of the course. In the exam there will be a choice of questions on each topic studied and candidates will be required to show knowledge and understanding and the ability to evaluate an alternative point of view. Topics will be studied from either the viewpoint of Christianity and Islam, and a non-religious viewpoint or the viewpoint of Christianity. There is no controlled assessment. Candidates will be marked on spelling, punctuation and grammar.


GCSE Ethics is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

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www.world-faiths.com

www.bbc.co.uk/religion

www.retoday.com

www.channel4.com/culture

www.answering-islam.org.uk

www.islamonline.net

www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/re

www.beliefnet.com

www.christiantopics.com

www.faithnet.org

The school library is also stocked with numerous RS books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Journalism

Medicine

Social work

Police Force

Child Care

Management

Personnel Management

Teaching

Counselling

Probation Service

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Students following this course will develop skills of: Interpretation, Evaluation, the ability to appreciate a different point of view, Research, Independent learning, and Empathy.

This course equips candidates for life in the ‘real world’ – difference and diversity is a huge part of our society today. It helps candidates think through many of the important topical ethical issues which may affect them or those close to them. It enables them to think for themselves about some of the real issues in our society today, nationally and internationally. Many employers welcome such skills especially those where you will be working with other people. This course develops an enquiring mind – an important life skill whatever the prospects for the future.


Ensure work is kept up to date and organised.

Ask for help as soon as you need it. Check that you fully understand what questions are asking.

Read the information carefully and then think and explain what you mean. Give your own view plus an alternative view and reasons for it.


A supplementary revision guide is available for purchase.

The department provides text books for all students to use in lessons. Personal copies are available for purchase at a reduced cost, however this is not an essential requirement.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Glossary sheets and topic evaluation sheets are given throughout each topic to enable students to plot their own progress.

Past question papers are given regularly and one of these will be the key assessment within each learning cycle. This will allow us to track student’s progression accurately and regularly.

Revision booklets are available.


http://www.world-faiths.com/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion

http://www.retoday.com/

http://www.channel4.com/culture

http://www.answering-islam.org.uk/

http://www.islamonline.net/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/re

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/re

http://www.beliefnet.com/

http://www.christiantopics.com/

http://www.faithnet.org/

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Ets Year 10 or 11 1

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies 3RS01/01

Qualification GCSE (Short course) A* - G

All students study the Edexcel GCSE Short Course Religion and Life which has a heavy bias towards Ethics, leading to an Edexcel GCSE Short Course Certificate.

The course consists of one module with four units. Module 1 – Religion and Life

Believing in God

Community Cohesion

Matters of Life and Death

Sex, Marriage and Family ‘Religion and the Media’ is featured in all the above topics Topics in this module will be studied from the view of Christianity and Islam, and a non-religious viewpoint.

COURSE OUTLINE

GCSE Ethics is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

Assessments are built into the course in each unit, and there will be a final examination at the end of the course. In the exam there will be a choice of questions on each topic studied and candidates will be required to show knowledge and understanding and the ability to evaluate an alternative point of view. Topics will be studied from the viewpoint of Christianity and Islam, and a non-religious viewpoint. There is no controlled assessment. Candidates will be marked on spelling, punctuation and grammar.


ETHICS RELIGION & LIFE GCSE (Short Course)

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Ensure work is kept up to date and organised.

Ask for help as soon as you need it. Check that you fully understand what questions are asking.

Read the information carefully and then think and explain what you mean. Give your own view and an alternative view and reasons for it.


A supplementary revision guide is available for purchase.

The Department provides text books for all students to use in lessons. Personal copies are available for purchase at a reduced cost, however this is not an essential requirement.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.world-faiths.com

www.bbc.co.uk/religion

www.retoday.com

www.channel4.com/culture

www.answering-islam.org.uk

www.islamonline.net

www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcse bitesize/re

www.beliefnet.com

www.christiantopics.com

www.faithnet.org

The school library is also stocked with numerous RS books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Journalism

Medicine

Social work

Police Force

Child Care

Management

Personnel Management

Teaching

Counselling

Probation Service

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Candidates following this course will develop skills of: Interpretation, Evaluation, the ability to appreciate a different point of view, Research, Independent learning and Empathy.

This course equips candidates for life in the ‘real world’ – difference and diversity is a huge part of our society today. It helps candidates think through many of the important topical ethical issues which may affect them or those close to them. It enables them to think for themselves about some of the real issues in our society today, nationally and internationally. Many employers welcome such skills especially those where you will be working with other people.

This course develops an enquiring mind – an important life skill whatever the prospects for the future.


Glossary sheets and topic evaluation sheets are given throughout each topic to enable students to plot their own progress.


Revision booklets are available.


http://www.world-faiths.com/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion

http://www.retoday.com/

http://www.channel4.com/culture

http://www.answering-islam.org.uk/

http://www.islamonline.net/


http://www.beliefnet.com/

http://www.christiantopics.com/

http://www.faithnet.org/

JUNE 2014






Fr2 Year 10 (or in exceptional cases, Y11) 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification French AQA 4655


This course is designed to allow students to gain a second Modern Languages GCSE – French. The course structure is the same as that for other Language GCSEs, but it is delivered in one year.

Lifestyle

Healthy and unhealthy lifestyles Relationships and Choices Future plans regarding: marriage/partnership Social issues and equality Leisure

Free Time and the Media Shopping, money, fashion and trends Advantages and disadvantages of new technology

Home and Environment

Home, town and region Environment Current problems facing the planet Being environmentally friendly School/College and Future Plans

What school/college is like Pressures and problems Current and Future Jobs

COURSE OUTLINE

FRENCH (As a second Modern Language)

GCSE

For GCSE the following assessment model applies:-


Unit 1: Listening 46551F, 46551H

Examination – 20% Either

Foundation Tier: 30 mins (+ 5 mins reading time)

or Higher Tier: 40 mins

(+5 mins reading time)

Unit 2: Reading 46552F; 46552H

Examination – 20%

Either Foundation Tier: 30 mins

or

Higher Tier: 50 mins

Unit 3: Speaking 46553


(internally assessed)

Two tasks submitted for moderation.

Unit 4: Writing 46554


(externally assessed)

Two tasks submitted for marking

French as a second Modern Foreign Language is taught is a mixed ability group – it is expected, though, that students will have target grades of C or above. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

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You will be able to express your ideas clearly in your chosen language(s) and appreciate the culture and civilisation of other countries around the world.


Your teachers are there to help you gain success. Listen to and act upon their advice.

Prepare thoroughly for all the tasks. Your teacher will provide exact details of what is required for each piece of controlled assessment work.

Essential vocabulary and structures will be taught – you must make sure you learn the work.

You will be given adequate time in which to prepare for your tasks, including drafting and redrafting your version.

You must meet all deadlines set.

For each piece of controlled assessment remember to put in plenty of description, opinions and reasons and to refer to past, present and future events.


As a “second languages” option, it is anticipated that students will have a strong commitment to language learning and be forecast to achieve at least a grade C at GCSE.

Tuition from the foreign language assistant may be available on a one to one basis and in small teaching groups.


The Department provides textbooks for all GCSE students to use in lessons.

Exchanges and cultural visits are optional and will improve your linguistic skills and knowledge of the country.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES

www.linguastars.co.uk

www.bitesize.co.uk

www.languagesonline.org.uk

www.channel4.com/extra

www.cartoonnetwork.es

www.cartoonnetwork.fr

www.languagegames.org

www.cvc.cervantes.es/oteador

www.aboutspain.net

www.musica7.com

The school library is also stocked with numerous modern languages books.


This course is particularly useful for those future students of languages in Higher Education.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

http://www.linguastars.co.uk/

http://www.bitesize.co.uk/

http://www.languagesonline.org.uk/

http://www.channel4.com/extra

http://www.cartoonnetwork.es/

http://www.cartoonnetwork.fr/

http://www.languagegames.org/

http://www.cvc.cervantes.es/oteador

http://www.aboutspain.net/

http://www.musica7.com/

JUNE 2014






Gg Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA Geography Specification A 9030


GCSE Geography is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.


Two tiers of assessment are available:

Foundation (GCSE grades C-G)

Higher (GCSE grades A*-D) Assessment is in three parts:

Paper One Paper Two Controlled Assessment

Physical Geography

Human Geography

The topic is set by the exam board and changes each year.

37.5% 37.5% 25%

Exam in June Exam in June


GEOGRAPHY GCSE

The study of Geography focuses on the major issues facing society today. It is a contemporary subject and this course looks at the processes involved, the key issues, its dynamic nature and relevance to everyday life. This GCSE course is also designed to lead you to an understanding of the nature and origin of these issues and the various ways they might be managed effectively.

You will follow an enquiry-based approach through a variety of teaching methods, note-taking, discussions, groupwork, role play, ICT, presentations and personal research. There is the opportunity for you to explore the ideas of sustainable development and to emphasise your role in caring for the environment. Our studies will be at scales from local to global in different parts of the world.

This course will help you acquire and develop key skills including Ordnance Survey map skills, interpreting photographs and satellite images, drawing sketch maps and cross sections, evaluation and analysis of data. Fieldwork is also an essential part of the course and the GCSE investigation will allow candidates to investigate tourism in Scarborough. A trip to Iceland is planned for 2015 which will be open to all students who take GCSE. In addition, the following topics will be studied:

Physical Geography

The Restless Earth

Water on the Land

The Coastal Zone

Human Geography

Population Change

The Development Gap

Tourism

COURSE OUTLINE

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Keeping up to date is essential – make sure that work is copied up if you are absent.

Keep to individual Controlled Assessment deadlines before the final deadline.

Ask your teachers for help sooner, rather than later – they are there to help you gain success.

Remember the Controlled Assessment can really help you improve your overall grade if it is done well.

Read a newspaper and research resources on useful websites.

Buy a CPG Revision Guide and use the revision resources on Fronter to support your revision for mock exams and the real exam.


The Department provides textbooks for all GCSE students to use in lessons. Personal copies can be purchased at a reduced cost, however, this is by no means essential to the course.

Students are offered the opportunity to purchase a revision guide.

Fieldwork is an essential requirement for the course. There are two fieldwork days where a small financial contribution will help to cover costs.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.s-cool.co-uk

www.dt.gov.uk/publications

www.eon-uk.com/energyexperience

www.geographyinthenews.rgs.org/news/

www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/geography

www.aqa.org.uk

The school library is also stocked with numerous geography books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Chartered Surveyor

Architect or urban planner

Pollution Analyst

Estate Agent

Environmental engineer

Cartographer

Exhibition Designer

TV Researcher

Diplomat

Lawyer

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR


Revision lessons are provided before each exam to encourage students to use a structured revision timetable. Students should buy a CPF Revision Guide for the Geography GCSE AQA course.


You will develop an awareness of the ways in which people interact with their environments and appreciate the opportunities, challenges and constraints that face people in different places.

You will have the opportunity to study Geography at A-Level and beyond and by doing so you will develop the skills that so many employers are looking for today.

Geographers are well placed in today’s society to contribute to scientific and political debate about the future of our world – you are the future……….


http://www.s-cool.co-uk/

http://www.dt.gov.uk/publications

http://www.eon-uk.com/energyexperience

http://www.eon-uk.com/energyexperience

http://www.geographyinthenews.rgs.org/news/


http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/geography

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Hi Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification OCR (B) Modern World Specification J418


GCSE History develops the historical skills you have learned in Years 7-9. It widens your knowledge and understanding of the past as well introducing you to techniques such as note-making and independent study. You will study the USA in the 1920s and 1930s: this includes fashion, music and cinema as well as political and economic events. You will also study the Cold War 1945-1975: this will include the causes of the Cold War, the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Vietnam War. The controlled assessment coursework focuses on what life was like in Nazi Germany. Finally, you will study Britain between 1896 and 1918: this examines the fight against poverty, the struggle for votes for women and the home front during WWI. Topic Outline

Depth Study: USA 1920-1941

International Relations: The Cold War 1945-1975

Controlled assessment: Nazi Germany

Britain: 1896-1918

COURSE OUTLINE

HISTORY GCSE

The controlled assessment is set and marked by your teachers and is worth 25% of the total mark. There are two final examinations worth the remaining 75% of the marks. One exam is on the USA and International Relations and the other is on Britain 1896-1918.


GCSE History is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

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You will have a wide knowledge of the 20th Century and be able to analyse and evaluate historical events by clearly expressing your arguments in writing.


“Knowledge is Power”. History is about knowing hard facts and then putting them

into arguments Learn the structures for answering examination questions

Study the mark-schemes to understand how to improve your answers


None

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.history.org.uk www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.

uk www.schoolhistory.co.uk The school library is also

stocked with numerous history books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

“Life!” History is an

analytical subject centred around arguing points of view.

Many leaders of

industry / finance have historical backgrounds.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

One year GCSE courses usually have two teachers. One teaches the USA Depth Study and the controlled assessment and the other teaches International Relations and Britain 1896-1918.

Access to ‘Modern World History’ by Ben Walsh, the key text book, is through an E-book on the Fronter system.

Past question papers, structured revision and “mock examinations” are done throughout the course to allow us to track progress accurately and regularly.


http://www.history.org.uk/

http://www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.uk/


http://www.schoolhistory.co.uk/

JUNE 2014






It Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel GCSE ICT 2010, 21T01

Qualification GCSE in ICT (A* to G)

GCSE ICT, introduced last year, has built upon the success of the AIDA qualification previously taught in school. Students will achieve a GCSE in ICT covering the knowledge, skills and understanding required to succeed in the modern world.

The course is broken up into two units: Unit 1: Living in a Digital World (Exam – 40%) In this unit, students explore how digital technology impacts on the lives of individuals, organisations and society. They learn about current and emerging digital technologies and the issues raised by their use in a range of contexts (learning and earning, leisure, shopping and money management, health and wellbeing and on the move). They develop an awareness of the risks that are inherent in using ICT and the features of safe, secure and responsible practice. Unit 2: Using Digital Tools (Controlled Assessment – 60%) This is a practical unit. Students broaden and enhance their ICT skills and capability. They work with a range of digital tools and techniques to produce effective ICT solutions in a range of contexts. They learn to reflect critically on their own and others’ use of ICT and to adopt safe, secure and responsible practice. Students will create an ePortfolio to showcase their ICT skills in DTP, Word Processing, Presentations, Photoshop, spreadsheets and databases.

COURSE OUTLINE

GCSE ICT is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

GCSE ICT is assessed in 2 different ways. Unit 1 is assessed by a 1 hour 30 minute exam at the end of the course. This is worth 40% of their final GCSE grade. Unit 2 is assessed on screen via an ePortfolio of work. Assessment is totally paperless. This unit is worth 60% of their final GCSE grade. Students will be taught the theory ready for the external exam in lessons and will be expected to undertake homework to reinforce their understanding. The ePortfolio work has to be done in lesson under Controlled Assessment conditions. Students will have 40 hours to complete a series of tasks; this will be then assessed by their class teacher and moderated by Edexcel. Deadlines Unit 1 External examination will be done at the end of the course, during the summer months. Unit 2 ePortfolio Controlled Assessment will be completed by April of the year they are doing the course.


ICT

GCSE

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L24 is always available at lunch time (Monday-Thursday). L2 is set aside for Year 10 and 11 students every Monday lunch time. After school catch up sessions will run from February - make sure you attend








USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES Any wide ranging IT based career, from more creative, media friendly jobs to networking, and systems analysis. Any IT qualification supports students learning and enhances any subject choice as IT skills are so necessary in everyday life and employment.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Students who study Information Technology could also study the new Computer Science GCSE launched at King James’s this year. The two courses have very little crossover and will, together, fully cover all aspects of IT and Computing.



Optional Revision Guide £4.00

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

The GCSE ICT builds upon the skills students have learned during their Year 9 IT work.

After successfully completing the GCSE ICT qualification, students will have learned the skills and knowledge to progress to a wide range of school and college based qualifications, employment or apprenticeships. IT qualifications available in school include Creative iMedia Level 2 or 3 and AS and A2 Level ICT.


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Mu Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA Music 4270


In Music you will be developing the skills you have learned in Years 7-9. It will suit those who enjoy practical music making and listening, and will provide an excellent opportunity for those who play an instrument or sing. Clearly, being able to play an instrument or sing is vital in this area.

This new course is divided into 3 components: Composition: A. Composing and Appraising. You will explore a variety of musical styles through practical work, based on the 5 areas of study and linked to one of the three strands studied. This will involve you creating a piece of original music in your own style, which you will hand in after 20 hours of controlled time at the end of Year 10 or 11. 20% of the final mark. B. Composing Music. This will be a composition which explores 2 of the 5 areas of study which you will hand in after 25 hours of controlled time at the end of Year 10 or 11. 20% of final mark.

Performance: You will be able to develop your skills as an instrumentalist or singer. This is the most significant change in this new course: it is biased towards the practical and is 40% of the final mark. There are options to choose: from group, individual and technology based performance, and these can be recorded at any stage during the course.

Listening: You will study a wide variety of music from classical to pop and world music and be expected to conduct individual research and listening. There will be opportunities here to learn about the music and styles through practical work and weekend courses. This will be assessed in a 1 hour exam at the end of the course. 20% of the final mark.

June/Autumn Term Spring Term Summer Term

Composition – A Composition – B Completion of compositions for assessment

Listening – world and pop music

Listening – classical tradition Listening – revision listening quizzes

Practical preparations for solo/technology performance

Practical preparations for group performance and recordings

COURSE OUTLINE

GCSE Music is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS At GCSE, assessment is as follows: Composition A: 20% Composition B: 20% Performing: 40% Listening and Appraising: 20%


MUSIC GCSE

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You will have gained a wide knowledge of musical styles, you will be able to perform, compose and be proficient in the use of music technology.

You will be prepared for A level Music or Music Technology.


Make sure that you complete composition modules on time.

Practice regularly and get involved with an ensemble.

Listen widely to a variety of music, attending as many concerts as possible.

Make sure that you spend at least ¾ hour each week on the computers.

The best musicians are those who can appreciate all kinds of music, whether they like them or not.

Take advantage of the free instrumental or vocal group lessons.

Get your music heard, play in gigs, post it on the internet - music is not just a subject, it is a vocation.


All students are asked to purchase a memory pen for composing.

Musical instrument tuition is offered through a peripatetic service and is charged to individuals but at GCSE this is subsidised by the school. Candidates are now allowed an individual lesson to develop their skills.

Having your own instrument is vital for development and practical skills, especially as the course is 40% performance.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.bbc.co.uk/music

http://bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/music

www.naxos.com

www.norton.com/classical/glossary

www.essentialsofmusic.com

www.chordmaps.com

www.abcmusicnotes.com

www.musicatschool.co.uk/gcse.htm

www.classicfm.com

The school library is also stocked with numerous music books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

We have a “Music for All” ethos at KJS and we like to think of ourselves as a friendly, enthusiastic and supportive department.

Pupils wanting to develop their practical skills can book lessons from the NYCC peripatetic service, thirteen of whom teach here. These lessons are free and we do recommend that pupils take this valuable opportunity to develop their practical skills. Pupils are encouraged to bring their instruments to class practical lessons. There are practice rooms that can be booked for individual rehearsals.


Further study of music at A/S and A level in music and/or Music Technology in preparation for courses at further education.

Music is becoming biased towards practical involvement and as such develops personal skills and relationships / working with others as well as highlighting creativity.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

http://www.bbc.co.uk/music



http://www.naxos.com/

http://www.norton.com/classical/

http://www.essentialsofmusic.com/

http://www.chordmaps.com/

http://www.abcmusicnotes.com/

http://www.musicatschool.co.uk/gcse.htm

http://www.classicfm.com/

JUNE 2014






Pa Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Performing Arts First Award QAN code 600/4785/9

Qualification Equivalent to 1 GCSE A* - C grades

BTEC Performing Arts (Acting) is a nationally recognised qualification that provides a foundation in Drama and Theatre practice. The course explores the Performing Arts through practical and written work. The course is a vocational qualification, and covers the key areas of Acting, Performance and Theatre Production. It is designed to give you an insight into the performing arts sector through learning about the associated practices and processes of the industry.

The BTEC is very different to the GCSE Drama course. This course is extremely practical. You will work closely and intensively with a group throughout the duration of the course and in lessons you will take part in workshops with visiting actors and directors. You will develop a wide variety of acting skills and techniques for performance and explore the more complex aspects of technical theatre and design.

The BTEC Extended Certificate is equivalent to one GCSE (A*-C) and has 4 lessons per week. Students on the course will cover core modules in the key aspects of Acting, Performance and Production, each of which are worth 60 marks towards their final grade.

BTEC FIRST AWARD

Individual Showcase (externally assessed) 30

Preparation, Performance & Production 30

Musical Theatre 30

Acting Skills & Techniques 30

Total Marks 120

The course is ideal for students who wish to develop their practical performance and presentation skills further. It allows you to develop acting skills through a considerable number of performances and prepares you for the practicalities of working in the performing arts.

COURSE OUTLINE

PERFORMING ARTS BTEC

BTEC Performing Arts is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

The course is assessed continuously throughout the year through practical activities, shows and assignments. There is no written examination for this course, but students are expected to compile a written portfolio to support each project. The external assessment comprises both practical and written skills.


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The BTEC course is very intense and it is important that you are able to work well with other people and enjoy being part of a team.

You need to keep a diary throughout the course, so organisation and effective time management skills are paramount.

You need to be able to demonstrate a high level of commitment to rehearsals in and out of lessons, and will be expected to stay late on occasions to prepare for evening performances.

Keep your written notes up-to-date, and always bring your folder with you to lessons.

Try to watch as much theatre as you can during the two years. You will have the opportunity to attend school visits, but will also be expected to make arrangements to see local plays and productions in your own time.


Home copies of the videos of productions and events are for sale.

The Drama department organises theatre visits which require a financial contribution.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Drama Room on Fronter


www.rsc.org.uk

www.edexcel.org.uk

Samuel French library

The school library is also stocked with numerous performing arts books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Acting

Teaching

Media Studies

TV & Film

Events Management

Theatre in Education


Production Arts

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Pupils may wish to bring comfortable clothing for practical performance workshops.

Students will regularly watch older year group’s performances and receive feedback from them about their own work.


Students will have a sound knowledge of key areas of Acting, Performance and Theatre Production. They will increase self-confidence and communication skills. Students will have first hand knowledge and experience of the practices and processes that are associated with the Performing Arts sector. Through this course students will gain essential key skills, enabling them not only to communicate confidently with prospective employers but to present themselves as creative and competent individuals in preparation for all aspects of the world of work in the arts.




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You will know the importance of physical activity, how to adopt a healthy lifestyle, be encouraged to develop a positive attitude, both as a participant and a spectator, and consolidate and improve your own and others performances in a range of activities.

Component Assessment Value Theory Written Exam 40% Practical Controlled assessment 48% Analysis of performance A verbal analysis of a performer 12% Students also have to plan and perform a personal exercise programme, which contributes to their analysis of performance.






Px Year 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel Physical Education 2PE01


Physical Education is a course that develops the knowledge and understanding behind healthy, active lifestyles combined with practical aspects of sport, exercise, health & fitness. It is an opportunity to broaden your knowledge & experience of physical education.

A) Theory Component 40%

Overview of Topics

1. Healthy, active lifestyles and how they benefit you 2. Influences on your healthy, active lifestyle 3. Exercise and fitness as part of your healthy lifestyle 4. Physical activity as part of your healthy lifestyle 5. Personal health and well being

B) Practical Components 48%

Students are assessed in four activities, from at least 2 activity areas. They can be assessed either as a player, leader or official (one must be a player) from the boxes below.

Outwitting an opponent (Games) Performing at maximum levels (Athletics)

Accurate replication of actions (Gymnastics) Problem solving (Outdoor activities)

Exploring and communicating ideas (Dance) Exercising safely (fitness and health)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION GCSE

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GCSE PE is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE. It is recommended that students undertake this course in Year 11 to ensure sufficient physical maturity to be successful in the practical assessment (60%).

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You will develop an awareness and appreciation of many aspects of Physical Education.

You will become increasingly physically competent through being actively engage in a variety of activities and roles, such as a player, leader and official.

You will also develop your engagement in physical activity and understand the importance of a healthy active lifestyle.


Every pupil must take forward four practical marks, therefore to help you raise your performance, try to attend at least two extra curricular clubs.

Every pupil must analyse a performance in their chosen sport, so try practising at home or at a sports club whilst watching others perform.

Leadership in a practical activity can also be assessed, so why not develop your leadership skills by opting for our Level 1 in Sports Leadership course?

As the course is completed in 1 year, it is important that you continue to revise throughout each unit of work & do your best in learning cycle assessments.


Revisions guides available for purchase.

In core PE lessons students have the option to take a leadership award which has a separate cost.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.edexcel.com

www.bbc.co.uk/gcsebitesize

www.brianmac.co.uk

www.sportengland.org

www.sportscoachuk.org

www.ccpr.org.uk

The school library is also stocked with numerous PE books.


Further education courses.

Leisure assistants

Sports development officers

Health & fitness instructor

Sports coach/teacher

CAREERS SUBJECT WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

In addition to the activities covered during lessons, pupils can be assessed in a variety of off-site activities e.g. Horse riding, golf, karate.

The Analysis of Performance assessment can be in a verbal or written form.

Pupils can utilise a variety of information on Fronter to support lesson content.



http://www.bbc.co.uk/gcsebitesize

http://www.brianmac.co.uk/

http://www.sportengland.org/

http://www.sportscoachuk.org/

http://www.ccpr.org.uk/

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Sos Year 10 or 11 1

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA GCSE Sociology (short course) specification 4191


GCSE Sociology (short course) is new to students at Key Stage 4. Sociology is the study of society. GCSE Sociology short course is an introduction to this fascinating and important subject. During the course you will develop a much better understanding about how society works. You will be given the chance to discuss and debate sociological ideas and to learn about the methods that sociologists use to investigate what is happening in society.

The course consists of one unit, which comprises 3 main topics:

The Education System Why is it that some groups of students do better than others? Why do girls do better than boys or the rich do better than the poor? What is the effect of education on students’ lives? What are the differences between private and state schools and what is the effect of this division on society?

The Family We all grow up in one or other form of family and the family has a massive impact on our lives. Some would say it’s the bedrock of society. In this topic you will investigate questions such as; In what ways is family life changing? How are roles within the family changing? What are the effects of divorce, both on society and family members?

Studying Society You will find out how to conduct practical research in order to find out about different aspects of society. You will get the chance to conduct questionnaires and other forms of social surveys. You will learn research skills that are useful in many work situations and when studying other subjects.

COURSE OUTLINE


TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

Assessment is based upon one written examination.

GCSE Sociology is assessed by an exam of 1 hour and 30 minutes. The exam consists of 3 sections:

Research methods

Education

Family Sociology is an academic subject, and exam questions require you to analyse both written information and numerical data. A mix of short and longer essay-style answers are required.


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The subject is valuable as a preparation for working life, providing students with valuable skills and a greater understanding of society.

You can combine GCSE Sociology (short course) with a short course in Business or Economics from our suite of short GCSE courses in Business, Economics & Social Sciences. In the Sixth Form you can continue to study Economics, Business, and Sociology through a range of Advanced level and BTEC courses.



Keep up to date with current issues in society by watching the news, the internet, and by reading newspapers.



ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Schemes of work, resources and more detailed curriculum guides are available to download from the Sociology area on Fronter.

It may be possible to extend the course to a full GCSE by completing one additional module.

Further details of the specification are available from www.aqa.org.uk


Some useful sites are:

www.bbc.co.uk/learning

www.sociology.org.uk

www.intute.ac.uk

www.aqa.org.uk

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES Sociology is relevant to a wide range of careers such as providing social services (including the emergency services), developing social policy or social research. It is also useful for careers in management, economics, law, media, psychology, environmental sciences, and local government. It provides breadth to your programme of study, which will prove valuable in virtually any career.


BE USEFUL FOR



http://www.bbc.co.uk/learning

http://www.sociology.org.uk/

http://www.intute.ac.uk/


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BSp Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel BTEC Level 1/Level 2 First Award in Sport QAN code 600/4779/3

Qualification Equivalent to 1 GCSE A*- C grades

BTEC Sport is a course that develops your knowledge, understanding and experience of sport. The course consists of both practical & theory lessons. You are assessed through the completion of teacher-set assignments in the topic areas listed below. Your portfolio of assignments can be made up of written reports, verbal presentations, video footage or ICT presentations. This is a very different qualification to the GCSE course as you are not assessed on your practical skills and there is no written exam. The theory contains no anatomy and physiology and the emphasis is placed on understanding of sports, fitness, training and leadership. 25% of the qualification is externally assessed via an online exam.

UNITS

BTEC UNITS

Fitness for Sport & Exercise

Practical Sport Performance

Leading Sports Activities

Training for Personal Fitness

For successful award of the certificate students must complete the following units:





The course is internally assessed based on the production of a portfolio of teacher-set assignments. Your assignments are graded as pass, merit or distinction. 25% of the qualification if externally assessed via an online exam.

SPORT BTEC

ASSESSMENTS & DEADLINES


The BTEC Level 2 First Award in Sport is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

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You will have:

developed an in depth understanding of the skills, techniques and tactics involved in various practical sports.

gained expertise and knowledge of Fitness Testing and Training Methods to develop fitness in sport.

developed your ability to plan and lead sporting activities.

improved your ability to produce written reports and developed your communication and presentation skills.


Core PE lessons have the option to take a leadership award which has a separate cost.

We encourage all students to take this.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.edexcel.com


www.brianmac.co.uk



www.ccpr.org.uk

The school library is also stocked with numerous sports books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Leisure Assistants

Sports Development Officers

Health & Fitness Instructor

Sports Coach / Teacher


In your Core PE lessons opt to take the Sports Leadership Award as it will develop your Skills and provide you with vital experience necessary to be successful in the “Leading Sports Activities” unit.

Get involved in an extra curricular club which will improve your understanding of skills, techniques and tactics, included in the “Practical Sports Performance” unit.


You will still have your additional statutory two hours of core PE each week in addition to your four hours of BTEC lessons.

This course is for students who have a keen interest in sport but, unlike the GCSE course, don’t want to be assessed on their practical ability and an end of year exam.

This is a vocational course in which students gain a more in-depth understanding of fitness and sport.








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Tt Year 10 or 11 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Award QAN code 600/6512/6

Qualification Equivalent to 1 GCSEs Grade A* - C

BTEC Travel & Tourism is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

It is necessary to complete a formal assignment in each unit in order to pass the course. The same maximum total of marks can be gained in each of the four units, making them of equal importance. On completion of the internally and externally assessed assignments a BTEC Qualification, equivalent to one GCSE grades can be achieved.


TRAVEL & TOURISM BTEC

BTEC Travel and Tourism offers a bite-sized opportunity for students to experience a vocational qualification.

The course provides a real insight into the travel and tourism industry through dynamic, interactive and a specialised focus on learning and thus provides students with career development opportunities. A selling point of the course is that it is assessed through the production of assignments. Only one unit will be examined in an online assessment. Formal assessment will therefore examine different skills such as roleplays and presentations. It is a teacher-led programme of study, but allows the students the chance to work independently.

One of the main purposes of BTEC qualification is to help learners progress ultimately into employment, so the BTEC Travel & Tourism course develops skills such as self-management, team working, problem solving and customer awareness.

Students investigate the following units of study which will be internally assessed: Unit 1: The UK Travel & Tourism sector (externally assessed) You will understand how important the T&T sector is to the UK economy. Know the key industries roles and inter-relationships in these industries. You will also investigate the role of consumer technology in the T&T sector.

Unit 2: UK Travel and Tourism Destinations You will know UK destinations and gateways. Investigate the appeal of the UK tourism destinations for different types of visitors. You will also plan UK holidays to meet the needs of different visitors.

Unit 4: International Travel and Tourism Destinations You will know the major international travel and tourism destinations and gateways. You will investigate the appeal of international travel and tourism destinations to different types of visitor. You will plan international travel to meet the needs of visitors.

Unit 5: Factors affecting Worldwide Travel and Tourism You will investigate how climate, and worldwide time, can affect the appeal of worldwide destinations. You will understand influential factors on worldwide travel and tourism destinations.

COURSE OUTLINE

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There will be opportunities to research local businesses and to visit various case study locations. These may incur a small financial contribution. We recommend that all students have their own memory pen.

A trip to Flamingo Land. Malham and Leeds takes place during the course and a small admin fee will be charged.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Kerr A et al – BTEC First Travel and Tourism (Heinemann, 2005)

Travel Trade Gazette

Travel Weekly

The school library is also stocked with numerous travel and tourism books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Leisure Centre Management

Exhibitions Coordinator

Expedition Leader

Travel writer

TV Researcher

Travel Agent

Tourist Information Officer

Holiday Rep

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

The course will enable students to have an insight into the travel and tourism industry and students will have learned key skills that will prepare them for future experiences in the workplace.


Aim to actively participate in independent learning.

Be organised, keeping your folder neat, tidy and up to date.

Enjoy working with all members of the group and be ready to offer your understanding and ideas in class.

Use the guidance given from your teachers


This is a BTEC qualification. The following grades show how this relates to a GCSE grade. Please note that on completion of the course, the students obtain a level that is equivalent to two GCSE’s.

Distinction: A/A* Merit: B Pass: C


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Number of Units

Award of Personal Effectiveness (AoPE) Business Studies (BTEC) Digital Photography (Short Course) Effective Study English Intervention Geography History ICT

Physical Education (Short Course) Practical Manufacture Sport (BTEC) Young Enterprise

2 2 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 1 2 1

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Ap Year 10 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification ASDAN, AoPE Level 1 / AoPE Level 2

Qualification Level 1: Comparable to short course Grade D at GCSE Level 2: Comparable to short course Grade B at GCSE

The Award of Personal Effectiveness (AoPE) is a nationally recognised qualification outcome of the ASDAN programmes. The qualifications offer imaginative ways of accrediting young people's activities. They promote a wide range of personal qualities, abilities and achievements of young people, as well as introducing them to new activities and challenges. It is a skills-based, rather than a knowledge based course. This course is suitable for “high effort” (www.asdan.org.uk) students. To gain the Award of Personal Effectiveness, students will need to achieve 8 credits by completing challenges from a variety of modules and provide evidence to demonstrate Key Skills development. Students will be able to work independently on challenges at home as well as in school and can use work they have completed in other subject areas. Some of the modules covered include:

Communication: e.g. give an illustrated talk to a group of people

Citizenship and Community: e.g. choose to visit and report back on a magistrates court, a council department or a police station

Independent Living: e.g. find out what bills you might have to pay and what help you could get in benefits if you are living on your own

The Environment: e.g. investigate how renewable energy sources are being developed in the UK and present a report

International Links: e.g. develop your skills in a modern foreign language

COURSE OUTLINE

AoPE is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

There is no examination. Students must complete six curriculum credits’ worth of challenges (60 hours) from an ASDAN student book and build a Portfolio of Evidence. They must demonstrate competence at Level 1 or 2 in the following skills: Introduction to Working with Others, Planning and Reviewing Learning, Dealing with Problems in Daily Life, Planning and Carrying out Research, Group Discussion, Preparing for and Giving a Presentation, Developing Self. Students are required to show that they have met the criteria for sufficient assessment units to achieve eight QCF assessment credits. At the end of the course, the portfolio is internally assessed and externally moderated.

AoPE at KS4 is available at two Levels: Level 1 is comparable to Grade D at GCSE. Level 2 is comparable to grade B and involves more independent and detailed work. Approximately 60 hours of work is expected for this GCSE-sized qualification.


AWARD OF PERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS (AoPE)

BTEC


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The course involves a number of activities that take place out of school. These are mainly local but some incur a small financial contribution.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.asdan.org.uk

The school library is also stocked with numerous relevant and useful reference books

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

You will have had the opportunity to:

Develop and demonstrate a range of personal, key and employability skills leading to personal effectiveness

Broaden and manage learning through the enrichment activities, both inside and outside school, provided by the AoPE challenges

Receive national recognition and accreditation for the course.

Prepare to study a range of further ASDAN courses at post-16, such as AoPE Level 3.

If successful at the end of the first year, there will be the opportunity to move on to complete an alternative course as part of the options system.


Option to take Wider Key Skills at Level 1 / Level 2 as part of the course


Creativity, imagination, independence can lead to a high standard of work – always try to think of skills that you already have or subjects you are already studying and imagine how these could fit in with your AoPE challenges. Use your AoPE skills in other subjects or areas to ensure success

A well organised and up to date portfolio is essential – always complete your work in order, i.e. begin with a mindmap, make an action plan, set deadlines and goals, complete the challenge, collect the evidence, review your progress and write up your performance

Always keep a diary or a log of the work or learning that you do

Don’t be afraid to try something new – you will have fun!

Good ICT skills are useful – there is a lot of typing and use of the Internet

Attend lunchtime catch-up club for help and support

100% attendance is essential as this course is purely portfolio work


AoPE can provide students with skills that are highly sought after by colleges, universities and employers. The course can be useful for further study, e.g. Apprenticeships, NVQs and Diploma courses and skills gained will be useful in any employment situation, from practical work (organisation, working with others, etc.) through to management and leadership roles (problem solving, discussion and presentation, etc.)

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR


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BBu Year 10 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel BTEC Level 2 First Award in Business, QAN code 600/4786/0

Qualification Distinction* - Pass (equivalent to one full GCSE at grades A*-C)

BTEC First Award in Business is new to students at Key Stage 4. It provides an exciting introduction into the real world of business. It helps you develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to succeed in Business. BTEC Business is equivalent to one full GCSE. It provides an excellent alternative to traditional GCSE Business Studies if you prefer investigative controlled assessments to exams. BTEC First Award in Business consists of three core units and one specialist unit:

Unit 1: Enterprise in the Business World – explores what businesses do and how they operate successfully. You will plan a new business start-up in your local area.

Unit 2: Finance for Business - you will learn how to manage the finances of a business. You will learn how to calculate costs, profit and break-even.

Unit 4: Customer Service – keeping customers happy is the key to business success. You will develop your own customer service skills and put them into practice in this unit.

Unit 8: Recruitment, Selection & Employment – you will learn how businesses go about recruiting the best candidates to fill vacancies. You will experience all stages of recruitment and selection, including carrying out a formal interview. Great career skills!

COURSE OUTLINE

Students are taught in mixed ability groups. Each group is usually shared by two teachers. Teachers work together to plan lessons and resources, and follow structured schemes of work which ensures a consistent and co-ordinated learning experience for all students.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

BTEC First Award in Business is a Level 2 Award, equivalent in value to one full GCSE. It is different from a traditional GCSE because it is more practical, and most of the assessment is through controlled assessment. There are 3 controlled assessments (75% of your grade), and one on-line exam, Unit 2: Finance for Business, (25% of your final grade). Note that you can re-take the exam. You should choose BTEC Business if you prefer coursework to exams.


BUSINESS BTEC FIRST AWARD LEVEL 2

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BTEC First in Business provides an excellent preparation for the world of Business and Enterprise. It will provide you with skills and understanding for a career in business and for working life in general.

If you enjoy the subject, then during Key Stage 4 you can choose to study other courses from our suite of short GCSE courses in Business & Social Sciences. You may also wish to try Young Enterprise short course option.

In the Sixth Form you can continue to study Business, Economics, and Sociology through a range of Advanced level and BTEC courses.


Keep up to date with coursework assignments – managing your time effectively is the key to success in a BTEC course.

Be enterprising in your approach to learning!


Business Studies is relevant to a wide range of careers, including management, finance, law, media, psychology, engineering, accountancy, economics, environmental sciences and local government.

As an entirely new subject it provides breadth to your programme of study, which will prove valuable in virtually any career.

It also provides an excellent base for Post -16 studies in Business.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Schemes of work, resources and more detailed assignment guides are available to download from the Business Studies area on Fronter.

The overall grade for the Edexcel BTEC First Award in Business is a pass, merit, distinction, or distinction*, based on successful completion of all units.

Further details of the specification are available from www.edexcel.com


Students are encouraged to take part in a number of Enterprise Challenges that take place during the year. There will also be visits to local businesses. These may incur small charges for transport.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

The best single resource is the Business Studies area on Fronter. Other useful sites are:

www.edexcel.com

www.bized.co.uk

www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ gcsebitesize/business

www.tutor2u.net

www.businessstudiesonline.co.uk

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES




http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/




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Dp Year 10 or 11 1

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel Art & Design: Photography 3PY01

Qualification GCSE (Short Course) A* - G

The GCSE Photography (lens and light based media) course is designed to explore light based media through the medium of digital photography. Students will develop skills in digital photography through personal enquiry, experimentation and manipulation within the media over one year.

Students will produce a portfolio of work journals exploring different themes set by the department which fit the needs of the specification. These will include gaining knowledge and understanding of the use of light, pixels, viewpoint, composition, focus, shutter speed and digital processing. The work journals will also provide evidence of personal enquiry and expression. This involves the selection and manipulation of images highlighting connections with the work of others. The work journals and the outcomes produced from them form the controlled assessment element of the GCSE and will be developed using lesson time and homework. At the end of the course students will take a ten hour exam which they will have a number of weeks to prepare for. The theme for the exam is chosen by the exam board.

COURSE OUTLINE

Digital Photography is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS Students are assessed on the controlled assessment and final exam. The portfolio of work counts for 60% of the GCSE. This is the work that the students have produced in the lesson and for homework.

The ten hour exam, with preparation, counts for the remaining 40%. Pupils cannot get a grade without the relevant preparation. All work is assessed by the art teachers and then the marks are moderated by the exam board. The ten hour exam is spread over two days.

Feedback is given throughout the course with regular Learning cycle information for parents and pupils alongside helpful targets related to current work on how to improve. Target grades will be set early on to help pupils aspire to the best possible grades.


DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY GCSE (Short Course)

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This is a technology driven course which will require the purchase of certain essential equipment.

Cameras are provided but students will require SD cards to use within the camera. A USB stick to back up pictures and a card reader are also advisable. Your own camera would be useful but is not essential. We sell a pack for approx. £15.00 at the start of the course which includes a memory pen, SD card, SD Card reader, sketchbook, A2 portfolio and glue!

Pupils will be required to print out A4 pictures throughout the year and final photos from each project should be on photo paper.

Trips are arranged by the department to do research first hand; these trips are desirable but not compulsory. A voluntary contribution for these trips is requested.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.flickr.com

http://picasa.google.co.uk

http://photbucket.com

www.picnik.com

www.npg.org.uk

The school library is also stocked with numerous photography books.

Students will have explored a number of different ways of taking and manipulating photographs and built up a portfolio of work that meets the assessment objectives.


Ensure that you are well-organised and bring your SD cards to the lesson.

Think about each shot, composition, lighting and subject matter.

Download a free photo storage place to back up your work.

Make your sketchbooks exciting with good page layouts.

Take a camera everywhere.

Learn how your camera settings work.


Journalism

photography Fashion

photography Medical

photography Freelance

photography

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Students can access a handbook on Fronter that is illustrated with exemplar material and

course information.

Students will be expected to purchase some essential equipment for this course, such as a sketchpad.

Homework will be set, usually once per week, and this will show independent research skills. This work is an integral part of the controlled assessment.


http://www.npg.org.uk/

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Es Year 10 or 11 1

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification There is no exam board syllabus – students are expected to arrive at each session with work to complete for their other subjects.

Qualification None

Effective Study provides students with the skills needed to be successful at GCSE. The course delivered by your Learning Manager is broken up into five modules such as revision techniques and time management.

In addition to this one lesson each week will be dedicated to private study. Students are expected to bring work with them to each session; this may be coursework, homework or revision.

Effective study allows students to focus more effectively on their compressed curriculum; it is not suitable for all and will only be agreed after discussion with, and the support, of your learning manager. You will need to think carefully about your reasons for wanting to take Effective Study prior to this discussion.

COURSE OUTLINE

EFFECTIVE STUDY

Learning Cycle 1 Learning Cycle 2 Learning Cycle 3 Learning Cycle 4 Learning Cycle 5

Mindset for Learning

Time Management Responding to Feedback

Revision Stress Identification &

Management

Learning journey

Growth mindsets

Failure heroes

Managing and overcoming failure

Private Study

Planning a small event

Keeping a diary

Planning homework

Revision timetables

Private study

What is feedback?

What methods can you use to get more constructive feedback from staff?

How do you record verbal feedback?

How do you respond to feedback?

Private study

Revision techniques

Application of revision techniques

Using past exam papers and mark schemes to support revision

Mock exam

Private study

Stress identification

Relaxation techniques

Private study

Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

There is no qualification or assessment.


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You will have a better chance of success across your GCSE subjects.


Think carefully and plan your work before each session. This will help you study effectively.

Try to bring a range of homework, coursework and classwork or texts to each session.


None

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

It is essential that students bring their own work to each session.


n/a

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

None

USEFUL WEB SITES/

RESOURCES

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Ei Year 11 1

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification The intervention course is designed to support pupil progress in both English Language and English Literature; it is does not have a discrete assessment.

Qualification None

We will offer alternative Controlled Assessment opportunities. Students will study the same subject area as their main English lessons but a different Controlled Assessment focus will be offered. Exam skills will be developed in a small group context. Technical accuracy issues will be addressed. This course will offer an opportunity for students to deal with specific issues relating to their achievement in English.

COURSE OUTLINE

Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

Students will write alternative controlled assessments that will contribute to their English Controlled Assessment portfolio.


ENGLISH INTERVENTION

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You will have a better chance of success across all your GCSE subjects, especially in English.


Take care over your work, don’t rush, and be careful not to make silly mistakes like missing capital letters.

Proof-reading is an essential skill which will enable you to maximise your chances of success in all subject areas.

Listen closely to the individual guidance your teachers give you, this will help you to understand how to improve.

Be able to self assess your progress in all subject areas. Make sure you understand everything you’ve been asked to do and ask for help if you are ever unsure.


None

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.learn.co.uk

www.englishbiz.co.uk

www.englishplus.com/grammar

www.thesaurusreference.com

www.bbc.co.uk/schools/bitesize

www.s-cool.co.uk


USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES Literacy and communication skills are essential for most careers. Achieving well in English opens the doors to many opportunities and Study Plus can help you to gain the best possible grade.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

This is a great opportunity for you to get extra help in a small group setting, however you have to want to succeed and take the guidance offered. You need to be able to work independently and part of a small group as well as participate in all class activities and discussions.

To make the most of this course, you will need a positive attitude to learning.


http://www.learn.co.uk/

http://www.englishbiz.co.uk/

http://www.englishplus.com/grammar

http://www.thesaurusreference.com/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/bitesize

http://www.s-cool.co.uk/

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Gg Year 10 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification AQA Geography Specification A 9030


The study of Geography focuses on the major issues facing society today. It is a contemporary subject and this course looks at the processes involved, the key issues, its dynamic nature and relevance to everyday life. This GCSE course is also designed to lead you to an understanding of the nature and origin of these issues and the various ways they might be managed effectively.

You will follow an enquiry-based approach through a variety of teaching methods, note-taking, discussions, group work, role play, ICT, presentations and personal research. There is the opportunity for you to explore the ideas of sustainable development and to emphasise your role in caring for the environment. Our studies will be at scales from local to global in different parts of the world.

This course will help you acquire and develop key skills including Ordnance Survey map skills, interpreting photographs and satellite images, drawing sketch maps and cross sections, evaluation and analysis of data. Fieldwork is also an essential part of the course and the GCSE investigation will allow candidates to investigate tourism in Scarborough. A trip to Iceland is planned for 2015 which will be open to all students who take GCSE. In addition, the following topics will be studied:

Physical Geography

The Restless Earth

Water on the Land

The Coastal Zone

Human Geography

Population Change

The Development Gap

Tourism

COURSE OUTLINE

GCSE Geography is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE. In Year 10 students will be taught the Physical Geography course and skills. In Year 11 students will be taught the Human Geography course.


Two tiers of assessment are available:

Foundation (GCSE grades C-G)

Higher (GCSE grades A*-D) Assessment is in three parts:

Paper One Paper Two Controlled Assessment

Physical Geography

Human Geography

Topic will change each year

37.5% 37.5% 25%

Exam in June (First Year)

Exam in June (Second Year)


GEOGRAPHY GCSE

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Keeping up to date is essential – make sure that work is copied up if you are absent.

Keep to individual Controlled Assessment deadlines before the final deadline.

Ask your teachers for help sooner, rather than later – they are there to help you gain success.

Remember the Controlled Assessment can really help you improve your overall grade if it is done well.

Read a newspaper and research resources on useful websites.

Buy a CPG Revision Guide and use the revision resources on Fronter to support your revision for mock exams and the real exam.


The Department provides textbooks for all GCSE students to use in lessons. Personal copies can be purchased at a reduced cost, however, this is by no means essential to the course.

Students are offered the opportunity to purchase a revision guide.

Fieldwork is an essential requirement for the course. There are two fieldwork days where a small financial contribution will help to cover costs.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.geographyinthenews.rgs.org/news/

www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/geography

www.aqa.org.uk

The school library is also stocked with numerous geography books.

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RESOURCES

Chartered Surveyor

Architect or urban planner

Pollution Analyst

Estate Agent

Environmental engineer

Cartographer

Exhibition Designer

TV Researcher

Diplomat

Lawyer

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR


Revision lessons are provided before each exam to encourage students to use a structured revision timetable. Students should buy a CPG Revision Guide for the Geography AQA course.


You will develop an awareness of the ways in which people interact with their environments and appreciate the opportunities, challenges and constraints that face people in different places.

You will have the opportunity to study Geography at A-Level and beyond and by doing so you will develop the skills that so many employers are looking for today.

Geographers are well placed in today’s society to contribute to scientific and political debate about the future of our world – you are the future……….




http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/geography

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Hi Year 10 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification OCR (B) Modern World Specification J418


GCSE History develops the historical skills you have learned in Years 7-9. It widens your knowledge and understanding of the past as well introducing you to techniques such as note-making and independent study. You will study the USA in the 1920s and 1930s: this includes fashion, music and cinema as well as political and economic events. You will also study the Cold War 1945-1975: this will include the causes of the Cold War, the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Vietnam War. The controlled assessment coursework focuses on what life was like in Nazi Germany. Finally, you will study Britain between 1896 and 1918: this examines the fight against poverty, the struggle for votes for women and the home front during WWI. Topic Outline

Depth Study: USA 1920-1941

International Relations: The Cold War 1945-1975

Controlled assessment: Nazi Germany

Britain: 1896-1918

COURSE OUTLINE

HISTORY GCSE

GCSE History is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

The controlled assessment is set and marked by your teachers and is worth 25% of the total mark. There are two final examinations worth the remaining 75% of the marks. One exam is on the USA and International Relations and the other is on Britain 1896-1918.


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You will have a wide knowledge of the 20th Century and be able to analyse and evaluate historical events by clearly expressing your arguments in writing.


“Knowledge is Power”. History is about knowing hard facts and then putting them

into arguments Learn the structures for answering examination questions

Study the markschemes to understand how to improve your answers


None

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.history.org.uk www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.

uk www.schoolhistory.co.uk The school library is also

stocked with numerous history books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

“Life!” History is an

analytical subject centred around arguing points of view.

Many leaders of

industry / finance have historical backgrounds.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Access to ‘Modern World History’ by Ben Walsh, the key text book, is through an E-book on the Fronter system. Past question papers, structured revision and “mock examinations” are done throughout the course to allow us to track progress accurately and regularly


http://www.history.org.uk/



http://www.schoolhistory.co.uk/

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Course Duration Two year


It Year 10 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel GCSE ICT 2010, 21T01

Qualification GCSE in ICT (A* to G)

GCSE ICT, introduced last year, has built upon the success of the AIDA qualification previously taught in school. Students will achieve a GCSE in ICT covering the knowledge, skills and understanding required to succeed in the modern world.

The course is broken up into two units: Unit 1: Living in a Digital World (Exam – 40%) In this unit, students explore how digital technology impacts on the lives of individuals, organisations and society. They learn about current and emerging digital technologies and the issues raised by their use in a range of contexts (learning and earning, leisure, shopping and money management, health and wellbeing and on the move). They develop an awareness of the risks that are inherent in using ICT and the features of safe, secure and responsible practice. Unit 2: Using Digital Tools (Controlled Assessment – 60%) This is a practical unit. Students broaden and enhance their ICT skills and capability. They work with a range of digital tools and techniques to produce effective ICT solutions in a range of contexts. They learn to reflect critically on their own and others’ use of ICT and to adopt safe, secure and responsible practice. Students will create an ePortfolio to showcase their ICT skills in DTP, Word Processing, Presentations, Photoshop, spreadsheets and databases.

COURSE OUTLINE

GCSE ICT is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

GCSE ICT is assessed in 2 different ways. Unit 1 is assessed by a 1 hour 30 minute exam at the end of the course. This is worth 40% of their final GCSE grade. Unit 2 is assessed on screen via an ePortfolio of work. Assessment is totally paperless. This unit is worth 60% of their final GCSE grade. Students will be taught the theory ready for the external exam in lessons and will be expected to undertake homework to reinforce their understanding. The ePortfolio work has to be done in lesson under Controlled Assessment conditions. Students will have 40 hours to complete a series of tasks; this will be then assessed by their class teacher and moderated by Edexcel. Deadlines Unit 1 External examination will be done at the end of the course, during the summer months. Unit 2 ePortfolio Controlled Assessment will be completed by April of the year they are doing the course.


ICT

GCSE

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L24 is always available at lunch time (Monday-Thursday). L2 is set aside for Year 10 and 11 students every Monday lunch time. After school catch up sessions will run from February - make sure you attend.








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RESOURCES Any wide ranging IT based career, from more creative, media friendly jobs to networking, and systems analysis. Any IT qualification supports students learning and enhances any subject choice as IT skills are so necessary in everyday life and employment.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Students who study Information Technology could also study the new Computer Science GCSE launched at King James’s this year. The two courses have very little crossover and will, together, fully cover all aspects of IT and Computing.



Optional Revision Guide £4.00

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

The GCSE ICT builds upon the skills students have learned during their Year 9 IT work.

After successfully completing the GCSE ICT qualification, students will have learned the skills and knowledge to progress to a wide range of school and college based qualifications, employment or apprenticeships. IT qualifications available in school include Creative iMedia Level 2 or 3 and AS and A2 Level ICT.


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Pes Year 10 or 11 1

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel Physical Education Short Course 3PE01

Qualification ½ GCSE

Physical Education short course is designed to bring together the theory and understanding behind healthy, active lifestyles combined with practical aspects of sport, exercise, health and fitness. It is an opportunity, to broaden your knowledge and experience of physical education.

A) Theory Component 40%

Overview of Topics

1. Healthy, active lifestyles and how they benefit you 2. Influences on your healthy, active lifestyle 3. Exercise and fitness as part of your healthy lifestyle 4. Physical activity as part of your healthy lifestyle 5. Personal health and well being

B) Practical Components 48%

Students are assessed in two activities either as a player, leader or official (one must be a player) from the boxes below.

Outwitting an opponent (Games) Performing at maximum levels (Athletics)

Accurate replication of actions (Gymnastics) Problem solving (Outdoor activities)

Exploring and communicating ideas (Dance) Exercising safely (fitness and health)

COURSE OUTLINE


Component Assessment Value

Theory Written Exam 40% Practical Assessment throughout the course 48% Analysis of performance A verbal analysis of a performer 12% * Students also have to plan and perform a personal exercise programme, which contributes to their analysis of performance.


PHYSICAL EDUCATION GCSE (Short Course)

The short course in PE is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

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Join an extra curricular club to improve your skills

Read newspapers to keep up to date with recent sporting events and stories

Keep physically fit


Revision guides are available for purchase

If students choose to an offsite activity, the student is expected to pay e.g. Swimming

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/pe/

www.brianmac.co.uk

www.edexcel.com

The school library is also stocked with numerous PE books.

USEFUL WEB-SITES/

RESOURCES

Sport Science

Coaching

Health and Fitness instructor Teacher

Leisure Management

Sports Therapist

Armed Forces

Education Aide

Athlete

Outdoor Adventure Leader School Principal

Physiotherapist

Recreation Officer

Sports Coach

Sports Scientist

Recreation Therapist.

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

The There is a programme of house competitions throughout the year: Autumn: Hockey (Girls) Rugby (Boys) Winter: Netball (Girls) Football (Boys) Summer: Rounders (Girls) Softball (Boys) Tug of war (All) Athletics (All)


http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/pe/



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Pm Year 10 or 11 1

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification None

Qualification None

This course is centred on the manufacture of high quality products. It is suitable for students who enjoy the practical side of Technology. Students will have the opportunity to make a wide range of products focusing only on making, modelling finishing skills and accuracy. The material choices include: wood, metal and plastic. Students can choose to study this course along with any of the Design and Technology GCSE option choices. Students studying Food, Textiles and Graphics will be able to develop new practical skills. This course enables students to manufacture products for enjoyment, they will be able to work at their own pace and be challenged in another practical area. Those students studying Product Design will be able to make products that would not normally be possible on their GCSE course due to the constraints of the curriculum. The additional time and new skills taught can only benefit and support their GCSE option. Projects During year 1 you must complete a minimum of two practical projects. Here are some exemplar projects:

1. Clocks - You will manufacture a clock using a range of materials. 2. Jewellery - You will design and make several pieces of jewellery. This can include necklaces,

bracelets and rings. 3. Lighting - You will design and make a task light. 4. Cabinet Making – You will make a small cabinet. This will enable you to learn fine woodworking

skills.

COURSE OUTLINE

Practical Manufacture is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

This course is not formally assessed; however students will gain the following skills:

The ability to work accurately and efficiently in terms of planning, materials and components

The ability to manufacture products applying quality control procedures

The ability to consider the solution to technical problems and apply this in the design and manufacture of products

Develop decision making skills through individual and collaborative working


PRACTICAL MANUFACTURE

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You will have made a minimum of two high quality manufactured products.


Students should try to gain as much practical and theory knowledge as possible as this helps all other Technology GCSE subjects.


A contribution to material costs is requested if students want to take their practical work home.

Jewellery costs £3 - £5

Clocks cost £3 - £5

Lighting costs £10 - £15

Cabinets cost £5

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Plumbers Joinery Fabrication Work Engineering

CAREERS SUBJECT

WOULD BE USEFUL FOR

Students will need an apron for all lessons. Students can choose to use practical manufacture lesson time to work on their GCSE

Technology coursework.



www.bitesize.com



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BSp Year 10 2

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification Edexcel BTEC Level1/Level 2 First Award in Sport QAN code 600/4779/3

Qualification Equivalent to 1 GCSE A*- C grades

BTEC Sport is a course that develops your knowledge, understanding and experience of sport. The course consists of both practical & theory lessons. You are assessed through the completion of teacher-set assignments in the topic areas listed below. Your portfolio of assignments can be made up of written reports, verbal presentations, video footage or ICT presentations. This is a very different qualification to the GCSE course as you are not assessed on your practical skills and there is no written exam. The theory contains no anatomy and physiology and the emphasis is placed on understanding of sports, fitness, training and leadership. 25% of the qualification is externally assessed via an online exam.

UNITS

BTEC UNITS





For successful award of the certificate students must complete the following units:





The course is internally assessed based on the production of a portfolio of teacher-set assignments. Your assignments are graded as pass, merit or distinction. 25% of the qualification if externally assessed via an online exam.

SPORT BTEC

ASSESSMENTS & DEADLINES


The BTEC Level 2 First Award in Sport is taught in mixed ability groups. Students are placed in these groups according to the other options they have chosen for GCSE.

TEACHING GROUP

ARRANGEMENTS

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In your Core PE lessons opt to take the Sports Leadership Award as it will develop your Skills and provide you with vital experience necessary to be successful in the “Leading Sports Activities” unit.

Get involved in an extra curricular club which will improve your understanding of skills, techniques and tactics, included in the “Practical Sports Performance” unit.


Core PE lessons have the option to take a leadership award which has a separate cost.

We encourage all students to take this.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

www.edexcel.com


www.brianmac.co.uk



www.ccpr.org.uk

The school library is also stocked with numerous sports books.

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RESOURCES

Leisure Assistants

Sports Development Officers

Health & Fitness Instructor

Sports Coach / Teacher


You will still have your additional statutory two hours of core PE each week in addition to your four hours of BTEC lessons.

This course is for students who have a keen interest in sport but, unlike the GCSE course, don’t want to be assessed on their practical ability and an end of year exam.

This is a vocational course in which students gain a more in-depth understanding of fitness and sport.


You will have:

developed an in depth understanding of the skills, techniques and tactics involved in various practical sports.

gained expertise and knowledge of Fitness Testing and Training Methods to develop fitness in sport.

developed your ability to plan and lead sporting activities.

improved your ability to produce written reports and developed your communication and presentation skills.








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Ye Year 10 or 11 1

Exam Board, Syllabus & Specification None

Qualification None

Young Enterprise Company Programme is about building a winning team with the right product or service. To take part in the scheme you will be part of a team of between 6 and 15 students with innovative ideas and commitment. See http://company.young-enterprise.org.uk/company/ for more information.

Business Idea Your idea can be either a product or a service It must be manageable given the resources and time available to you, and it must meet with Young Enterprise guidelines (not food or electrical).

Trading You set up the company and can trade from July through to June next year. There is no limit on how much money you can make.

Meetings Young Enterprise companies meet once a week, in lesson time. Your Link Teacher and Business Adviser will also attend these meetings.

Training You will have the opportunity to take part in a number of Young Enterprise training seminars during the year. Attendance is optional.

Trade Fairs There are opportunities to sell your products at a number of out-of-school trade fairs. Aim to sell your product at the Knaresborough Edwardian Christmas Fair at the start of December, and at the Knaresborough Gala & Fun Run in May.

The Competition Your YE teams can compete with other schools in a national competition. You submit a business report on your year’s trading (February), and then make presentations to a panel of business representatives (March). If you are successful, you will progress to the Regional finals (May). If you are very successful, and get to the national or international finals, sizeable prizes and foreign holidays are up for grabs.

COURSE OUTLINE

You will be taught in mixed ability groups.


YOUNG ENTERPRISE

There is no formal assessment or exam. However, employers and educational establishments recognise and value the business knowledge, skills and understanding that students develop through Young Enterprise, as well as the commitment and resilience required to run a YE company successfully.


http://company.young-enterprise.org.uk/company/

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in Business, Economics & & Social Sciences.

Young Enterprise is a practical course. It is an excellent, skills-based introduction to the world of business, with a focus on enterprise skills and how to set up your own business.

You can also choose to study GCSE Business Studies (full or short course), and Economics and/or Sociology from our suite of short GCSE courses in Business & Social Sciences.

In the Sixth Form you can continue to study Business, Economics, and Sociology through a range of Advanced level and BTEC courses.


Students are encouraged to take part in a number of Young Enterprise events that take place during the year. These may incur small charges for transport.

ADDITIONAL

CHARGES

Young Enterprise helps you develop key enterprise skills, such as creativity, team working, problem solving, planning, time management, numeracy, presentation & communication skills, which are transferable to virtually any career you choose to follow, including setting up your own business. It also provides excellent real world experience to support Post -16 studies in Business.


BE USEFUL FOR

Get your YE company up and trading quickly; aim to sell at The Knaresborough Edwardian Christmas Fair at the start of December.

Get ideas by watching the Apprentice and Dragon’s Den.

Be enterprising!


You can get more details on the scheme from the Company Programme section of the Young Enterprise website http://www.young-enterprise.org.uk/


The best single resource is the Young Enterprise website http://www.young-enterprise.org.uk/

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