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3Course Information & Entry Requirements

10A Pathway into Engineering

12News, Trips & Events

16Student Success Stories

4A Specialist Programme for Medics, Dentists & Vets

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ENGINEERING / MATHS

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BiologyBiology is the study of living organisms but the subject has moved on by a long way from the days of dissecting rats and classifying half-eaten dead leaves!

Course duration: 2 years Course type: Linear A Level Assessment methods: 3 final exams Exam board: AQACourse specific entry requirements: Grade 6, 6, 5 from 2 Sciences & Maths* Related subjects: Chemistry, Physics & Maths.

ChemistryWe live in a chemical world – the air we breathe, the ground we walk on, the food we eat, the clothes we wear, the buildings we live and work in – and our bodies, are all made of chemicals. Chemistry is therefore a subject of global impact.

Course duration: 2 years Course type: Linear A Level Assessment methods: 3 final exams Exam board: AQACourse specific entry requirements: Grade 6, 6, 5 from 2 Sciences & Maths* Related subjects: Biology, Physics & Maths.

PhysicsPhysics is the study of matter, energy, and the interaction between them, but what that really means is that physics is about asking fundamental questions and trying to answer them by observing and experimenting.

Course duration: 2 years Course type: Linear A Level Assessment methods: Exams and a practical endorsementExam board: OCR Course specific entry requirements: 3 x 6s from 2 Sciences and Maths Related subjects: Chemistry, Physics & Maths.

MathsMathematics is the lifeblood of civilisation. It is how we evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of ideas to help make better decisions. It is how we measure and analyse the world around us and also how we can speculate and predict things beyond our present knowledge.

Course duration: 2 years Course type: Linear A Level Assessment methods: 3 final 2 hour exams Exam board: EdexcelCourse specific entry requirements: Grade 7 required in Maths (6 will be considered) Related subjects: Further Maths, Sciences.

YourPathway

Contents4 A specialist programme for Medics, Dentists & Vets

6 Progress into Medicine, Dentistry & Veterinary Medicine

8 Xaverian in Partnership with The University of Manchester

10 A pathway into Engineering

12 News, trips & events

16 Student success

Course InformationFurther MathsFurther Maths is a challenging and rewarding course; you get to delve into new and more sophisticated areas of maths, broaden your knowledge of all of the applied areas (statistics, mechanics and decision), and extend and develop your understanding beyond the standard A Level in maths.

Course duration: 1 year/2 years Course type: AS level/Linear A Level Assessment methods: AS two 1 hour 40 exams/ A Level four 1 hour 30 exams Exam board: Edexcel Course specific entry requirements: Grade 7 from Maths Related subjects: Maths, Statistics, Sciences.

StatisticsStatistics is an ever increasingly important part of modern life, especially with the rise of computing power and ‘big data’. A Level statistics seeks to equip students with the understanding and tools to begin to take apart and make informed evaluations of data sets.

Course duration: 2 years Course type: Linear A Level Assessment methods: 3 final 2 hour exams Exam board: Edexcel

Course specific entry requirements: Grade 6 from Maths (5s will be considered) Related subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Psychology, Sociology, Business & Economics.

Computer ScienceComputer Science is a technical subject suitable for students who are interested in learning how computers work, how they store and process data and how they communicate.

Course duration: 2 years Course type: Linear A Level Assessment methods: 2 final exams and a coursework project

Exam board: AQA Course specific entry requirements: Grade 6 from Maths plus 5 from Science Related subjects: Maths, Science & Engineering.

Xaverian’s STEM faculty is highly successful within the college, evidenced by great progression onto the country’s top university courses in areas such as Medicine, Veterinary Science and Engineering.

Our students make the most of the college’s links with The University of Manchester and are the North West hub for the Oxford Science Network. The Faculty consists of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths. Computer Science is delivered within the Business and Professional Studies Faculty. Our STEM provision draws strengths from experienced teachers and experts who deliver on both advanced level courses and university courses as part of our delivery of Pharmacy, Medicine and Dentistry foundation courses for The University of Manchester. The STEM faculty is extremely popular because of its supportive approach for students in securing them outstanding progression as well as making use of the college-wide mentoring programme with industry professionals and additional tuition for high achievers.

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*Grades 666 from 2 Sciences and Maths required when taking two or more sciences

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A specialist programme for

Medics, Dentists & Vets

At Xaverian we recognise the importance of how competitive a career in the field of Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary science is. As such you are going to want a college which can support you in becoming a successful candidate for progression into this area.

What does it take to get into medicine? Outstanding GCSEs - Most universities look for 7s, 8s

and 9s in English, Maths and at least 2 Sciences.

A’s & A*s at A level in at least two STEM subjects with an A in the third subject.

Completion of entrance exams including UKCAT, BMAT & GAMSAT

Successful UCAS application & Interview.

What is included in our Medics, Dentists & Vets Programme?

Specialist Induction DayXaverian students have high expectations on them and this starts with your very first induction day. As well as being invited to the New Students’ Day, students interested in our Medical Professionals Programme will be invited to an additional day. This day will feature additional practical lessons as well as guest speakers from university admissions departments and industry professionals such as GPs and surgeons. Additionally we will explain what is required in the next two years of study in order for you to be prepared for your journey ahead.

Entrance Exam tuitionStudents have to complete exams in order to make a successful application to the most competitive courses in the UK. A successful application for medicine for example, may include taking the UKCAT, BMAT or GAMSAT examinations. Students on our programme will have guidance and support in preparing for these exams from our team of specialist at the college.

Work Experience Our careers team are more than just a team of advisors to guide you through your progression at Xaverian. The team work tirelessly to ensure all students have what they need to progress into their chosen field and specialism. For STEM students this means work experience in Hospitals, Vet Surgeries or Dentists.

Mentor Programme Xaverian has a long tradition of going above and beyond for its students and for many years has run a successful mentor programme. This pairs up students with an industry professional who advise and guide students and work with them, on routes into the industry they desire as well as support with applications, interviews and often work experience.

Guest lectures Xaverian is proud to work closely with The University of Manchester to deliver part of their foundation programme. This includes courses in Biosciences, Medicine, Dentistry & Pharmacy. This unique relationship allows us to provide students with extracurricular lectures that will help students and broaden their insight into their academic courses in order to be better prepared for progression to university.

Tutorials & Application support Xaverian High Achievers are all included in a specialist tutorial programme which runs from December in the first year to December in the final year of study. The purpose of these tutorials is to provide students with the application support their needs as well as develop their higher level thinking and problem solving skills. All of which will come in use when applying for and completing a course at one of the best universities in the UK.

How do you apply? We enrol students during their course consultations between January and April. You will be invited to a consultation after submitting your application to the college. Be sure to write, Medicine, Density or Veterinary science on the application form where it asks what career are you considering. Remember universities are looking for top grades at GCSE so this will be taken into consideration.

“ Great, enthusiastic

teacher. Always gives

us extra resources.” Chemistry

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Rose Grace Linihan - Priestnall High School - Veterinary Medicine

Rose Grace Linihan is a student from Priestnall High School. She studied Chemistry, Biology, Art and completed an Extended Project Qualification. She celebrated this summer with A*AAA. This amazing success will leave her with a significant amount of opportunities. Rose, who has a massive passion for animal care and welfare, has secured a place at The Royal Veterinary College of London to study Veterinary medicine. Good luck Rose. We wish you well in your future study and career.

Helen May O’Loughlin - Cardinal Langley RC High School - Medicine

Helen May O’Loughlin from Cardinal Langley RC High School studied Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics with Mechanics. She secured grades of A*AA and is now going to study Medicine at Liverpool.

Samuel Myrtle - Trinity CE High School -Medicine

Samuel Myrtle was a Trinity CE High School student when he came to Xaverian in 2016. After two years successful study in our STEM faculty Sam has achieved an incredible 2 A*’s in Biology and Chemistry and an A in Mathematics with Mechanics. Sam will now put his academic capabilities to good use by studying Medicine at Cambridge University. This is an incredible achievement and we wish Sam luck in his future study.

Maya Nelson - Priestnall High School - Medicine

Maya Nelson came to Xaverian from Priestnall High School and achieved A*AAB from Biology, Chemistry, History and an Extended Project Qualification. Maya has chosen the University of Liverpool to study Medicine. The course is based on the three main outcomes of Tomorrow’s Doctors: the Doctor as Scholar and Scientist, the Doctor as Practitioner and the Doctor as Professional. Maya has a lot of hard work ahead of her but we are confident it will pay off. Well done Maya.

Mohammed Najrul Islam - Hyde Community College - Dentistry

Mohammed Najrul Islam came to Xaverian from Hyde Community College and studied Biology securing an A* and achieved 2 As from Chemistry and Physics. After celebrating this summer Mohammed Najrul will go to The University of Manchester to study Dentistry. We wish Mohammed all the best of luck.

“ I can honestly say

he’s one of the

best teachers I have ever had.” Biology

Progress onto Medicine,

Dentistry and Veterinary

Medicine

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Xaverian in partnership with

The University of Manchester

A number of the students on the courses are from local schools and colleges including Xaverian. The Foundation Programmes also attract students from all parts of the world including Australia, China and the USA. This provides a stimulating and varied cultural experience for all the students and helps prepare students for their future careers as well as encouraging life-long friendships to develop. Due to the success of the existing programmes, an International Foundation Programme in Medicine and Dentistry was introduced this year, attracting even more overseas students.

Students apply for the Foundation Year Programmes through UCAS and register at the University as full time students, benefiting from all the University facilities as well as those offered at Xaverian. The vast majority of lectures are delivered at Xaverian by teachers in the STEM Faculty. Currently, Xaverian is delivering four Foundation Year Programmes in partnership with The University of Manchester.

Biosciences with a Foundation Year.

This programme is delivered in collaboration with the School of Biological Sciences in the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health. Students are effectively full-time at Xaverian although students do attend a Practical Seminar Series at the University and each student has a personal tutor at the University.

Medicine with a Foundation Year and Dentistry with a Foundation Year.

This programme is delivered in collaboration with the School of Medical Sciences in the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health. Approximately, 50% of the course is taught at Xaverian.

Medicine with a Foundation Year and Dentistry with a Foundation Year (International Programme).

This programme is delivered in collaboration with the School of Medical Sciences in the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health. Approximately, 50% of the course is taught at Xaverian.

Pharmacy with a Foundation Year.

This programme is delivered in collaboration with the School of Health Sciences in the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health. Students are effectively full-time at Xaverian although students do attend a Practical Seminar Series at the University.

The success of the Foundation Year Programmes has been well above expectations compared to similar courses at other colleges. This year there are over 200 students on the Foundation Year Programmes compared to 159 last year and 145 in 2017. Only one student failed to complete their programme of study last year and progression rates to degree courses have remained outstanding e.g. 100% in Medicine and Dentistry in 2018.

Xaverian’s partnership with The University of Manchester in delivering Foundation Year Programmes began in 2001. The Foundation Year Programmes were initially developed to improve widening participation enabling students from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds to progress to degree courses and careers in Science, Pharmacy Medicine and Dentistry.

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A Pathway into engineering

Xaverian offers an academic route into Engineering. It is important to select what field of engineering you are interested in and choose an appropriate course to ensure university progression.

Progression Routes Aeronautical Engineering ESSENTIAL ADVANCED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS Mathematics and usually Physics.

USEFUL ADVANCED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS Further Mathematics, Computer Science.

Engineering (General) ESSENTIAL ADVANCED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS Mathematics and Physics.

USEFUL ADVANCED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS Further Mathematics, Computer Science.

Civil Engineering ESSENTIAL ADVANCED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS Mathematics, in many cases Physics. Sometimes one of Physics or Chemistry

USEFUL ADVANCED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS Further Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Geography.

Chemical Engineering ESSENTIAL ADVANCED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS Mathematics, usually Chemistry and sometimes Physics as well.

USEFUL ADVANCED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS Physics, Biology, Further Mathematics, Computer Science.

Electrical/Electronic EngineeringESSENTIAL ADVANCED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS Mathematics, usually Physics.

USEFUL ADVANCED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS Further Mathematics, ICT, Computer Science.

Mechanical EngineeringESSENTIAL ADVANCED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS Mathematics, usually Physics.

USEFUL ADVANCED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS Further Mathematics, Computer Science. Mechanical Engineering departments may have a preference for Mathematics A-levels with a strong mechanics component.

Name Has come from To Study Samuel Adefioye Trinity CE High School Mechanical Engineering @ Lancaster University

Tobi Adegoroye St Matthew’s RC High School Software Engineering @ The Manchester Metropolitan University

Ammar Afzal Stretford High School Mechanical Engineering @ The University of Huddersfield

Yahya Alam Home Educated Computer Science (Software Engineering) @ University of Newcastle upon Tyne

Mohammed Umar Ameen Kassim Darwish Grammar Software Engineering @ The Manchester Metropolitan University School for Boys

Edgar Ang Manchester Grammar School Mechanical Engineering @ University of Dundee for Boys

Luke Michael George Crook Chorlton High School Engineering with Foundation Year @ Cardiff University

Muhammad Daud Manchester Communication Mechanical Engineering @ The Manchester Metropolitan University Academy

Jean Bed Essounda Bekono Wright Robinson Sports College Mechanical Engineering @ The Manchester Metropolitan University

Kieran Farrell St Matthew’s RC High School Civil Engineering @ Coventry University

Hafsa Farrukh Fairfield High School Engineering @ The University of Manchester

Patrick Gormley St James RC High School Chemical Engineering @ University of Bath

Olivia Hirst St Matthew’s RC High School Engineering @ The University of Huddersfield

Emily Jane Hoy Priestnall High School Electrical and Electronic Engineering @ The University of Sheffield

William James King All Saints Catholic College Mechanical Engineering @ University of Lincoln

Jacob Leeming St Antony’s Catholic College Mechanical Engineering @ University of Brighton

Thomas Lim Chorlton High School Software Engineering @ University of Brighton

Sarosh Akbar Malik Abraham Moss High School Mechanical Engineering @ The Manchester Metropolitan University

Afaq Munawar Burnage Academy for Boys Engineering @ De Montfort University

Nawa Nawa Chorlton High School Software Engineering @ The Manchester Metropolitan University

Howard Olaye-Felix Wright Robinson Sports College Mechanical Engineering @ The Manchester Metropolitan University

Ciara May Pedley Bury Grammar School for Girls Systems and Control Engineering with a Year in Industry @ The University of Sheffield

George Roberts Longdendale High School Civil Engineering @ The University of Nottingham

Samuel Ellis Rongong Priestnall High School Mechatronic Engineering @ The University of Manchester

Anthony Sarsfield Kingsway High School Software Engineering @ The Manchester Metropolitan University

Luke Stansfield Trinity CE High School Aerospace Engineering @ The University of Nottingham

Isaac Sylvan Stree Trinity CE High School Electronic Engineering @ Bangor University

Christopher Tu East Manchester Academy Mechanical Engineering @ University of Bolton

Andreas Varnava The Barlow RC High School and Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies Specialist Science College @ The University of Liverpool

Yoanne Ruben Youmbi Manchester Communication Software Engineering with Foundation @ University of Bolton Academy

Xaverian Progression into Engineering…

“ My teacher is very

helpful and approachable

and I really enjoy

my lessons.” Maths

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News, Trips & Events

BIOLOGY TRIP TO VALENCIAValencia may not seem an obvious choice for a Biology trip, however there is plenty in and around the city with strong biological links. Being on the coast, we were able to visit and enjoy the gorgeous beach but also experience the wide range of activities the city has to offer to enhance our biological knowledge.

We familiarised ourselves with the city by doing a bike ride along the Turia Riverbed towards the City of Art and Sciences, then on to the port and finally to the beach. At the other end of the riverbed is the Bioparc, which displays a range of African flora and fauna and the different habitats in which they live together. We had a guide who took us around and educated us on each animal and the adaptations they have.

The City of Arts and Sciences includes various attractions such as the Oceanographic centre. This oceanarium is the biggest of its type in Europe and many different marine habitats are represented here. Our visit here allowed us to see lots of different species of animals that live in habitats such as the Antarctic and the Red Sea.

Other attractions that we visited in the City of Art and Sciences was the Science Museum and the Hemisferic. The Science Museum had various exhibitions including a chromosome forest where 23 pairs of gigantic chromosomes represent the human species’ genome on a large scale. At the Hemisferic we watched a 3D film ‘Walking with dinosaurs’ where we travelled to the Alaska of the Cretaceous and experienced the incredible adventures of two great herbivore dinosaurs.

About 11km south of the city is the Albufera Natural Park, a fresh water lagoon which has great natural biodiversity. We were able to have a boat trip around the lagoon and look at the different species of birds, fish and plants that live there. There are also rice fields which surround the lagoon and provide the traditional rice for paella. We were taught how the rice grows and the ways in which it is farmed. We were then lucky enough to sample this rice for our lunch, which was delicious.

The trip was a real success and despite being exhausted everyone had a great time!

Chemistry at Xaverian - a North West hub for ScienceThe North West Science Network

Xaverian College is now the Greater Manchester hub for Pembroke College (Cambridge University) and Corpus Christi’s (Oxford University) North West Science Network.

Throughout the next two years we will be running a programme of lectures, lab visits, teacher and student days and maths and science summer schools, in Manchester and down at Oxford.

Xaverian students will work collaboratively with Greater Manchester based institutions to promote science as a discipline and career, enrich students knowledge of STEM subjects and to support the decision making process when it comes to progression choices. The NWSN is led by Oxford but is delivered in conjunction with a range of competitive universities such as Manchester, Liverpool, Cambridge and Edinburgh.

www.ccc.ox.ac.uk/nwsciencenetwork/

“Mrs Gunn is a

wonderful teacher

who has inspired my love

for biology.”

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PHYSICS A numbers of students in Physics have secured summer work placements. The Nuffield Research placements enable students to sample working life within a science based industry or university department. Students have been successful in their applications for competitive work placements such as at Thales, a large multinational engineering company, Jodrell Bank Radio-telescope and at Daresbury Research Laboratory.

In addition to enhancing their university applications, these students learn more about the application of their A level courses to industry and academia as well as the multitude of career paths that are open to them.

Students have enjoyed a wide variety of lectures in Physics in 2017-2018 from external speakers.

The diverse topics included space exploration, Hadron therapy and the engineering challenges faced by electricity providers. The content of the talks mirrors the A level content and students particularly enjoy finding out about the latest research being pursued and the challenges faced in making progress. Lectures attended at The University of Manchester also gave our students an insight into university Physics with topics such as non-linear Physics and the Higgs Boson being discussed.

Physics students have also had the opportunity to attend workshops in Particle Physics and Nanoscience, run by research scientists specialising in these areas. The students were able to use and analyse real research data to enhance their understanding of A level topics. Working with research scientists allowed our students to realise that universities are truly international workplaces, attracting the best researchers in a particular field to work together.

News, Trips & Events Maths, Further Maths and Stats

The maths department took six students to the “Women in Maths” day at the University of Manchester.

The event was held to encourage more women to apply to study Mathematics at University. It started off with a talk by Professor Victoria Gould who gave us her personal journey from childhood to her current role as Head lecturer at University of York. This was followed by a history of female mathematicians who are less well known.

Students were then allowed to pick workshops to attend. These included “How to use Mathematics to keep secrets” and “Mathematical Epidemiology”. Students in this latter workshop created models of how infectious diseases spread and used an app created by the mathematician leading the workshop to investigate how different diseases behaved. The students were told about how these models were used to help the NHS prepare resources and staff when there are outbreaks.

A key part of the day was how each workshop started with the mathematician leading the workshop talking about how she became a mathematician and what opportunities there may be in the future. The main advice students were given was as long as you are willing to work hard you will be successful!

“ Amazing teacher

has helped me a lot in

areas I struggled with.

Has made A2 physics one

of the most interesting

A-levels I’ve picked.”

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Student Success

Mia Nesbeth - St Matthew's RC High School

Mia Nesbeth is going to The University of Manchester to Study Chemistry. The course will equip her with an armoury of skills to take into the world of work, including the ability to analyse problems, to work collaboratively as part of a team, and to develop laboratory, numeracy and communication skills. Mia will also gain an appreciation for a subject which links so many scientific disciplines through applications and examples as well as practical work and learning through research. In lectures the topics and examples she will discuss will be taken from the latest research, much of which is carried out by the Schools academics.

Patrick Gormley - St James RC High School

Secured a place to study Chemical Engineering at the University of Bath. The course is designed to give students the specialist knowledge and transferable skills to pursue a challenging career in chemical engineering. With a chemical engineering degree, students can make an impact by tackling important social challenges and improving quality of life. Graduates could have a part in providing clean water and sanitation, recovering valuable materials and energy from waste, developing and delivering food, or improving healthcare and chemical products. Graduates will also be joining one of the highest-paid professions in the UK.

Kieran Fishwick - Poynton High School

Kieran is choosing to study locally at The University of Manchester in the best Physics department in Europe. Although securing a place on a Physics degree course at The University of Manchester is demanding, Kieran can look forward to the intellectual challenge of studying alongside other undergraduates who have also secured A* grades in Physics and Mathematics at A level. Many of the projects offered to undergraduates at The University of Manchester are managed by a multinational team of researchers, many of whom have relocated to be able to work in this prestigious department.

Chemistry

Physics

“ An excellent chemistry teacher

who is clearly passionate

about what he teaches.”

Chloe Brown - Reddish Vale High School

Chloe has secured a place at The University of Manchester to study Neuroscience with Industrial or Professional Experience. The course examines how the brain and nervous system work to generate behaviour, perception, movement, thought, memory and other key functions, and covers a range of topics, including biology, pharmacology, motor systems and more. Students gain experience of the workplace on a year-long placement during their degrees, making them more attractive to potential employers after graduation. Around one-third of graduates work in scientific research and development. The rest go into a diverse range of careers, including teaching or communicating science, as well as careers unrelated to biological sciences including management, finance, marketing and the civil service.

Natalie Murray - Priestnall High School

Natalie has secured a place to study Marine Biology at Newcastle University. This degree course aims to provide students with a holistic understanding of human interaction with the marine environment. Students study marine organisms and the chemical and physical properties of the oceans and their impact on marine life. Particular emphasis is paid to sustainable management of this precious ecosystem, and challenging issues such as biodiversity loss and climate change. Students undertake an overseas residential field course during their final year with recent locations including the Bahamas, Bermuda and Portugal. Graduates have gone into careers as aquarists and marine biologists, in marine research, wildlife management and conservation work.

Joe Wilson - St Matthew's RC High School

Joe has secured a place at Sheffield University to study a four-year MSc in Biological Sciences. This option is excellent preparation for careers in research, consulting and government. The course focuses on whole-organism biology. Specialist modules cover animal behaviour, evolutionary biology, ecology, genetics, climate change and molecular biology. Field courses are run in the Peak District National Park, Anglesey, Ireland, Arctic Sweden, the Mediterranean and the tropical rainforest in Borneo. Students have the opportunities for work experience, including the option of adding a year’s work placement to their degree. Graduates work with water companies, conservation agencies, environmental consultancies, wildlife trusts, museums, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, agricultural institutes, development agencies and in local, national and international government.

Biology

Eleanor Bambroffe - Longdendale High School

Eleanor has secured an unconditional offer to study Physiotherapy at Sheffield Hallam University. This course covers core areas of physiotherapy including neurology, musculoskeletal and cardiovascular respiratory systems. Students study key concepts of professional practice, building therapeutic relationships and models of health, illness and disability in physiotherapy. They also undertake 16 weeks of clinical placements within a range of different settings. Graduates typically work in the NHS, industry, professional sport or private practice.

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Lucy Howarth - St Matthew's RC High School

Lucy studied Mathematics and Further Mathematics A-levels at Xaverian and has secured a place to study Mathematics with Finance at The University of Manchester. Finance is just one of the sectors where mathematical skills are highly sought after. Being able to analyse data, have a good knowledge of statistics and being able to interpret results are essential skills for many careers.

Huajian Yan - Manchester Communication Academy

Huajian studied Mathematics and Further Mathematics A-levels at Xaverian and has secured a place to study Computer Science and Mathematics at The University of Bath. Computer Science and Maths are closely linked, many of the leading applications of computing are mathematical. The course at Bath allows students to develop skills in mathematics and software development, preparing them for roles that involve computational analysis, modelling and simulation. Computer Scientists with good mathematical skills are in great demand worldwide and there are many careers opportunities available.

Andrew Sefa-Sarpong - Cardinal Langley RC High School

Andrew studied the Core Maths qualification Mathematical Studies, worth half an A level, alongside Business BTEC. Mathematical Studies focusses on the maths needed for study, careers, and life and is highly regarded by university and employers. It involves problem solving, analysing data, and maths for personal finance. Andrew enjoyed studying Mathematical Studies and felt that it supported his other studies. He was also one of our most hard-working students, progressing from a C at GCSE level to a B at AS.

Yasmin Khandakar-Uddin - Manchester High School for Girls

Yasmin studied Mathematics and Further Mathematics A-levels at Xaverian and has secured a place to study Mathematics at Nottingham University. The course will cover broad mathematical knowledge, alongside analytical and problem-solving skills that are highly valued by employers.

Student Success

Maths, Further Maths and Core Maths

Jo Fagan - Manchester Grammar School for Boys

Jo is a local student from Manchester Grammar School for Boys who had not studied Computer Science before. At Xaverian he studied A Levels in Maths, Further Maths and Computer Science. For his Computer Science project Jo chose to computerise his favourite game “King of Tokyo” in Delphi, producing an excellent and robust system. He successfully gained the grades to study Computer Science at Nottingham University.

Samuel Johnson - Trinity CE High School

Samuel joined Xavs from Trinity High School, Manchester in 2016. He continued with 4 A Levels whilst at Xaverian: Maths, Further Maths, Physics and Computer Science. Right from the start he stood out with his passion for the subject, volunteering to help out on Open days and Taster days, happy to pass on his natural enthusiasm to others. In his search for answers he often used additional resources to gain a fuller understanding of the subject. For Sam’s Computer Science project he chose to implement a board game called “Settlers of Catan”. He produced an excellent graphical board game using Delphi, achieving the highest possible grade. In addition he has been awarded a special prize given to students who nationally perform in the top 50 students. Well done Sam! From the start his ambition was to study Computer Science at Cambridge University, which is where he will begin studying in October 2018.

Amna Irfan - Matthew Moss High School

Amna came here from Matthew Moss High School, Rochdale. Amna commuted from Rochdale to Xavs for two years through snow and transport issues to study 5 A Levels: Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Computer Science & Chemistry, dropping Chemistry and continuing with four subjects at A Level. She was selected from thousands of students to go on a World Wide study trip to Australia in Summer 2017. For her project Amna taught herself C++ over the Christmas holidays as she realised that it would be a more suitable language for her project and produced a Windows based Graphical Calculator in just 2 weeks, gaining the maximum grade. She successfully applied to study Physics at Oxford university and will start her studies in October.

Yahya Alam - Home Educated

Yahya who joined us after being home educated, studied A Levels in Biology, Business and Computer Science, gained a B grade and is now going on to study Computer Science at Newcastle University.

Joshua Hilditch - Priestnall High School

Joshua was also successful in gaining a B Grade in computer science as well as an A in Maths and a B in Physics. He also completed

in EPQ. His hard work and achievement has secured him a place to study

Computer Science at York.

Computer Science “ Computer science is my

favourite subject.

I thoroughly enjoy each

lesson, especially the

lessons that involve

programming.”

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