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CHOOSE YOUR PATHWAY...

Monoux Sixth Form College Prospectus 2019/202

Creative Pathway

Acting 16

Art & Design Level 2 18

Art & Design Level 3 20

Art, Craft and Design 22

Dance 24

Design Engineer Construct

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Games Design and Animation

28

Graphic Design 30

Journalism 32

Media 33-36

Music 38

Performing Arts 40

Photography 42

Rock School 44

Trinity Drama 45

Digital Pathway

ICT Level 2 48

ICT Level 3 49

ICT Extended Diploma Level 3

50

Legal and Finance Pathway

Business Studies 66

Economics 68

Financial Studies 70

Applied Law 72

Law 73

Further Maths 74

Mathematics 75

Science and Health Pathway

Biology 78

Chemistry 80

Health & Social Care Level 2

82

Health & Social Care Level 3

84

Physics 86

Psychology 88

Science Level 2 90

Science Level 3 92

Society and Culture Pathway

English Language 96

English Literature 97

English Language & Literature

98

Film Studies 99

French 100

Geography 102

History 104

Politics 106

Religious Studies 108

Sociology 110

Spanish 112

Enterprise and Management Pathway

Business 54-55

Business and Enterprise 56

Business Level 3 58

Business and Law 59

Sports Level 2 60

Sports Level 3 61

Travel and Tourism Level 2

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Travel and Tourism Level 3

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A WELCOME FROM OUR PRINCIPALI AM DELIGHTED THAT YOU HAVE CHOSEN TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT SIR GEORGE MONOUX COLLEGE AND THE SIXTH FORM OPTIONS THAT WE HAVE AVAILABLE. We are a Sixth Form College for students who are ready to make the step up from school to college and want to progress towards Higher Education and high skill employment.

Students at the college are proud of how much they move forward in their first year at Monoux. They embrace new approaches to study and enjoy meeting new people. Students tell me that they are amazed at the excellent behaviours and relationship between staff and students at Monoux.

We have created a unique learning community, which enables our students to develop personal attributes and abilities alongside their academic or vocational qualifications.

Our college day starts later than you will be used to from school. Our entry period is at 9.35am so that we have time to welcome you each day and make sure that you are ready to learn when lessons start at 10.00am.

During the week you will take part in activities and opportunities outside of the classroom, including working with the wide range of employers who want to support Monoux students. We call this programme of activities FutureFest. We support students by focusing on speaking skills, leadership ability and resilience in a complex world.

We have high standards and expectations but enable you to become independent.

I hope that you will be inspired to make an application with us, and I look forward to meeting you soon. Meanwhile, I hope that you enjoy learning more about the fantastic opportunities that sixth form study will provide at Monoux.

Join us and proudly take the step to be a Monoux student!

David VassePrincipal

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GIFTED AND TALENTED ACADEMY If you have been identified as a high academic achiever you can apply to join our Gifted and Talented Academy, a collective of fifty highly academic minds. The aim is to share skills, develop leadership and strengthen thinking.

Academy students benefit from a dedicated study space, an account for purchasing books, a personal laptop to assist with research and opportunities for additional talks, overseas trips and online courses. Academy students also widen their study programme through an additional A Level, Further Maths or an extended project.

Bespoke support is provided to prepare students to apply to Oxford, Cambridge and other Russell Group Universities. This includes trips, summer schools, residential stays and talks from highly acclaimed academics.

STUDENT LIFE 1. MONOUX PASSPORT

All students complete the Monoux Passport, a space to reflect on both your personal development and learning. Termly Passport Days include time for reflection, professional conversations with staff and workshops on important topics such as your University application or finding a work experience placement.

2. FUTUREFEST

FutureFest is a key part of the Monoux Passport and will help you develop the valuable skills and competencies that universities and employers look for. As part of your study programme, you will sign up online for activities. Students are actively encouraged to form their own societies to add to the list. These include sports, events, workshops, visits to employers, fun trips, societies and masterclasses such as the ones below:

COLLEGE LIFE

3. STUDENT AMBASSADORS

Student Ambassadors are a fantastic group of students who represent the College at various public events, including Open Days, school visits and VIP events. They develop transferable skills such as organisation and leadership to help equip them for life after college.

SPORTENVIRONMENT

WEIGHTLIFTINGBADMINTON

CRICKET

VOLLEYBALLFIRSTAID

TENNISWORKSHOPS

LGBT

LEADERSHIP

ACTINGGYMTEDTALKS

ROCKSCHOOLUNIVERSITYDRAGONSDEN

UCAS

JUSTICE

HEALTHY DEBATINGECONOM

ICSBASKETBALL



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THE MONOUX STUDENT

WHAT CHALLENGES WILL YOU TAKE ON AT COLLEGE?

What challenges will you take on at Monoux? The Monoux Student is the framework we use to

help you develop personally, work well with others, study effectively and be ready for your next steps.

SO THAT YOU ARE READY TO TAKE ON A NEW SET OF CHALLENGES WHEN

YOU LEAVE!

AND HOW YOU ARE WITH OTHERS…

THIS MEANS YOU PERSONALLY...

AND, OF COURSE, WHEN YOU STUDY…

MAKE YOUR PERSONALITY YOUR GREATEST ASSET!

DEVELOP SUCCESSFUL HABITS EVERY DAY!

BE AN EXPERT

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STUDENT SUPPORT PERSONAL SUPPORT

At Monoux we get to know you and the support you need to help you to achieve. We have a range of staff to help you. Every student is allocated a Personal Mentor who will maintain an overview of your progress in college and can be approached at any point for advice. You can also arrange to see our College Counsellor.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

When you start college, you can apply for financial support through the bursary and free college meals based on your household income.

LEARNING SUPPORT

If you have medical conditions, physical disabilities or specific learning needs (e.g. Dyslexia, Dyspraxia) we will provide you with personalised support. Our Additional Learning Support Assistants work closely with students, supporting them in the classrooms or on a one-to-one basis. We also have access to specialist Dyslexia support and all our buildings have wheelchair access.

PROGRESS COACHES

Our team of Progress Coaches are based in the library. You can book sessions with them for help with assignments, study skills or to revise a certain topic.


“The support staff are open and

helpful. They made a massive contribution to

my achievement on my course.”

NABEEL BUTT TRIPLE DISTINCTION *

BTEC BUSINESS LEVEL 3


SPORTMONOUX SPORT

Sports and fitness activities are open to all students at Monoux College whether you want to play, participate, compete or keep fit.

We aim to provide high quality sport and physical activity opportunities for individuals and teams, from recreational level through to high level competitive opportunities.

We provide fully qualified sports coaches, activators and instructors for all of our sport and physical activities.

FOCUS SPORT PROGRAMMES

Monoux College offers talented 16-19 year olds the opportunity to be selected for one of our focus sports programmes, training and competing at a high level in your chosen sport alongside your studies.

Cricket ProgrammeBasketball ProgrammeFootball Programme

Students can apply to study ANY course in ANY subjectat BTEC Level 2, BTEC Level 3 or A Level and gain fullaccess to the Focus Sport Programmes.

COMPETITIONS & SPORTS FACILITIES

The college competes in a variety of Leagues, Cups, Tournaments and other Competitions in a wide range of sports. There is also an extensive programme of intra-college competitions.

Students at Monoux College are able to access excellent sporting and fitness facilities. These include: Sports hall, fully equipped gym, football pitch, cricket lanes & non-turf cricket pitch.

PARENTSWe consider the involvement of parents or carers of our students vitally important to their success with us at the College. We will talk to you about how you can support your daughter or son and our expectations of your involvement. We will inform you early on about what our expectations are for our students. For example, all our students are given a folder and stationery at the beginning of their course and we foster good note-taking and good organisation skills right from the beginning.

Through the parent portal (ProPortal), you will be kept up to date with your daughterʼs or sonʼs progress and will have access to data relating to their targets, attainment and attendance. Of course, you will also be invited to come in and talk to us at our Parents’ Evenings.

We are really proud of our College and our relationships with parents; we have a fantastic team of staff who work together to ensure you are kept informed and up to date.

“I wanted my son to be independent, but I was really glad when Monoux provided

me with the online parent portal. I can see how he is

doing, see his target grades and talk to him or his teachers

about his attendance and progress.”

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QUALIFICATIONS AND COURSE LEVELS EXPLAINED

BTEC

The Extended Diploma is coursework based and at the end of two years it is equivalent to 3 full A Levels. In the first year, this is called a BTEC 90 Credit.

The National Diploma is coursework based and at the end of the two years it is equivalent to 3 full A Levels. In the first year, this is called a BTEC National Foundation.

CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL (OCR)

The Extended Diploma is coursework based and at the end of the two years it is equivalent to 3 full A Levels. In the first year, this is called a Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma.

BTEC & A LEVEL MIX

BTEC Certificate Level 3 is equivalent to half an A Level and at the end of two years a subsidiary is equivalent to a full A Level. Students successfully combine this with 2 other A Level to make a full study programme.

A LEVEL

You will choose 3 A Levels and will study these for 2 years. A Levels are almost entirely exam based.

QUALIFICATIONS


GCSE AND FOUNDATION MATHS AND ENGLISHWorking towards and achieving GCSE and Foundation Maths and English is vital for many pathways into employment, apprenticeships and higher education. At Monoux we provide GCSE and Foundation Maths and English classes to ensure you achieve these qualifications alongside your chosen subjects. All GCSE and Foundation English and Maths courses are one year long and are assessed through exams.

If you have English and/or maths at grade 3 or below, you will continue to study this as part of your programme.


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The APS is an Average Point Score that we work out using your GCSE grades.

WHAT LEVEL IS RIGHT FOR ME?

You can start straight onto a Level 3 if you have 4 GCSEgrades 9 - 4 including English or maths at grade 4 or above or Merit in BTEC L2 Ext Cert.

You will first need to do this one year course if you have4 GCSE grades 9 - 3 including English or maths atgrade 3.

You will need a minimum APS score of 5 to study A Levels. This must include GCSE Maths at 4 or above and GCSE English at 5 or above.

Please note that you will need to obtain an average of 10 GCSEs to do A Levels.

However, entry requirements will vary for some subjects. These will be discussed with you at interview.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Progress to:

• Level 3 course

• Apprenticeships

WHAT’S NEXT?

Progress to:

• University

• Apprenticeships

• Skilled Employment

LEVEL

2

You will need a minimum APS score of 4.7 to study a mixed A Level and BTEC programme. This must include GCSE English and maths both at 4 or above.

However, entry requirements will vary for some subjects. These will be discussed with you at interview.

LEVEL

3A LEVELS

LEVEL

3VOCATIONAL

LEVEL

3BTEC & A LEVEL

MIX

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HOW TO APPLY

FIND YOUR COURSE

We encourage all prospective students to attend our open days, where you can meet our Principal, teachers and current students, as well as view our campus and facilities. It’s a great opportunity to explore our six Learning Pathways and have your questions answered on the subjects that you are interested in studying. Our first open day is Saturday 3rd November 2018. A full list of all our open days and advice evenings can be found on the back page.

You can also contact the Student Services and Admissions Team by calling 0208 523 3544 OR emailing [email protected].

COMPLETE AN APPLICATION FORM

The fastest way to apply for a course is through our online application form. You can apply to our college through our website, by visiting www.sgmc.ac.uk.

You can also request an application form directly from the college through your school or by emailing [email protected].

ATTEND AN INTERVIEW

Once we receive your application form, we will invite you in for an interview. At your interview, you can be expected to be given a conditional offer. This means that if you achieve the GCSE grades required for your course you will be offered a place to study with us.

RECEIVE AN OFFER

After your interview, you will receive a letter to confirm the details of the offer. The offer will be based upon the conversation you had during your interview centred around your career and university aspirations.



TASTER SESSIONS

Prior to enrolment, you will be invited to attend our keep warm activities including advice evenings and taster sessions. The taster sessions are a great way to explore your interests and the diverse topics from the different learning areas. This is a good opportunity to explore the learning areas and receive subject specific advice before you enrol.

ENROL After receiving your GCSE grades, you will be expected to attend your enrolment appointment, which we will schedule for the days following the publication of GCSE results. At this point, you make choices about your study programmes. We devote quality time to your enrolment, discussing your personal development goals, your employability aspirations, your support needs and achievement targets.

STUDENT INDUCTION

Once you have enrolled with us, we then provide you with all the details you need to start your first day with us as a Monoux Student. You will be given full details of your induction week. Your first few weeks are packed with exciting occasions, people to meet, societies to join, getting to grips with your new timetable, the Monoux App and traveling to college. It is a completely new life being a college student and we are sure that you will be glad you joined a college with a 10am lesson start time!

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Monoux College offers a wide and exciting range of Work Experience and Employability opportunities. These include work experience placements, work experience projects, industry placements, employer talks and workshops. These opportunities are a vital part of your time at college, and will give you an excellent opportunity to develop your employability skills, networking, and commercial awareness. Your course choice will determine the length of work placement, and all students will take part in at least one aspect of work related learning.

Some of our valued partners include:

• PWC

• Baker McKenzie

• MS Amlin

• Waltham Forest Council

• Radisson Hotel Group

• Wieden & Kennedy

• Joseph & Joseph

• Accenture

• HSBC

• Atkins

CAREERSThe careers programme at Monoux College is designed to provide all students with the education, information, advice and guidance to help them make the right career decisions. The programme aims to raise aspirations and support students to achieve their full potential whilst they are in college. Students benefit from a dedicated Careers & Employability team, with a breadth of experience.

There is a focus on making all students aware of the opportunities that apprenticeships, employment and higher education has to offer. Strong links and partnerships with employers and universities provide the chance for students to experience a range of insight days, mentoring, university visits and work experience opportunities.

WORK EXPERIENCE“Leading employers

rate work experience as the most valuable

asset in graduates, says Universum study.”

London School of Business and Finance

“32% of this year’s graduate jobs will go to

applicants who’ve already had work experience with

the organisation.”

High Fliers Research 2016

“More than a third of recruiters who took part in the research repeated their

warnings from previous years – that graduates who have had no previous work experience at all are unlikely to be successful during the selection process for their graduate programmes.”

High Fliers Research 2018



SIX DYNAMIC PATHWAYS In 2017, we made an innovative decision to organise our 100 courses into six distinctive pathways. Now, when you join our college, you donʼt just select a list of subjects, you enrol onto one of these six pathways.

The pathway you join depends on you, your career aims and ambition. We believe that successful education is fuelled by students having a clear sense of direction and purpose, an inquiring mind and an interest in learning.

Each pathway offers you a unique blend of activities, visits, speakers, workshops and trips to complement the classroom-based lessons.

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DIGITAL PATHWAY

SCIENCE AND HEALTH PATHWAY

CREATIVE PATHWAY

LEGAL AND FINANCE PATHWAY

ENTERPRISE AND MANAGEMENT PATHWAY

SOCIETY AND CULTURE PATHWAY

OUR SIX PATHWAYS ARE:

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CREATIVEPATHWAYCREATE THE FUTURE


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For students seeking to develop creative skills and work in creative industries. The creative industries contribute over £77 billion per year to the UK economy and employment in the sector has grown much faster than the UK economy as a whole. Creatives must learn to network well with others and talk confidently about their work and ideas.

COURSES• Acting

• Art and Design

• Dance

• Games Design

• Graphic Design

• Media

• Music

• Performing Arts

• Photography


ACTINGCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in Performing Arts

Level: 3 (equivalent to one A Level)

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) OR Merit in BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate or Diploma, including English or maths grade 4 or above. There will also be an audition as part of the enrolment process.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course has been designed to be taken alongside other vocational or A Level qualifications.

The Level 3 Certificate in Performing Arts (Acting) will give you all the basic essential skills (use of body, voice, physical expressions, communication with an audience) required for performing on stage. It will also develop your key skills such as working within a team, concentration and organisation.

You will develop your knowledge about the principles of acting and various acting styles by studying well esteemed theatre practitioners such as Stanislavski and Brecht which will then help you to create fabulous shows on stage. You will also learn about the various job roles in the industry. You will also have the opportunity to do extra workshops with industry professionals and see various outstanding theatre shows.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Performing on stage

• Acting styles

• Theatre

• Community and theatre in education projects

WHICH OTHER COURSE DOES THIS COMBINE WELL WITH?

You can study for the Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting) alongside two other A Level subjects.

HOW WILL THIS COURSE BE ASSESSED?

• This course will be assessed through practical coursework and performance.


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DepartmentPerforming Arts

PATHWAY PROGRESSIONACADEMIC PROGRESSION

After college, you can study acting in higher education or go into the industry through apprenticeships.

EMPLOYMENT PROGRESSION

Various job roles in the industry such as actors, directors, stage managers, set and costume designers and lighting designers.

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ART & DESIGNCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: Diploma in Art and Design

Level: 2

Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs grades 9 - 3 (A* - D) including English or maths grade 3 (D) or above

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course prepares students who wish to pursue a career in Art & Design.

This course has been developed to provide students with an interest in art and design with the opportunity to explore the materials, methods and processes that support art and design activities. You will develop technical skills and have an excellent opportunity to explore, develop and test your creativity and self-confidence.

You will learn how to work with 2D (drawing, painting, printmaking, digital), 3D (sculpture, model-making, ceramics) and time-based (photography, video, film, animation) media. The year ends with a final project where you will show off the skills you have gained during the course and exhibit your work in the college.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Short projects building slowly into longer projects so that you develop the skills you need to achieve high grades.

• Communication skills embedded into every project to prepare you for work and further study.

• Introduction to a broad range of creative activities to help you decide what you want to do.


GCSE Maths or GCSE English.


• This course will be assessed through coursework.

• All units are pass/referred except for the final project which is graded at Pass/Merit/Distinction.


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DepartmentArt


Successful completion of this course at Merit Level would enable you to move to a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art & Design.


Future careers including, but not limited to:

• Graphic Designer• Web Designer• Art Director• Illustrator• Photographer• Educator

• Set Designer• Artist• Art Technician• Curator• Trend Forecaster• Product Designer

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Qualification: Extended Diploma in Art and Design

Level: 3 (equivalent to three A Levels)

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A* - C) including English or maths grade 4 (C) or above

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Level 3 course prepares you to either progress to higher education, or seek work in the creative industries.

The course is characterised by experiential, experimental and integrated learning. The qualification focusses on the application of practical skills and the identification of common principles and distinctive characteristics of different art and design disciplines.

On this course you will learn how to work with 2D, 3D and time-based media through more complex tasks than those set at Level 2. The focus of the course is on creative problem solving supported by research and analysis so that you can define, understand and contribute to the area in which you wish to work.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• The first part of the course is designed to enable you to try new things and identify what you like doing.

• The second part of the course involves you working more independently to put your new skills into practice and to experience working within the area that you eventually wish to be employed in.

• Each year ends with an exhibition of your work to prepare you for professional practice within the creative industries.


This is a full time course which combines art and design and time based media.




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DepartmentArt

CASE STUDYJIRI GOLDMAN

Jiri has achieved extremely high grades on the extended diploma and has gained a place at Newcastle University to study landscape architecture. He has made the most of opportunities at Monoux, including being part of the William Morris Gallery Young Curators program.


Progress onto higher education, higher or degree level apprenticeship or work within the creative industries.

Depending on which specialist route you select you can chose from various university programmes including fine art, game arts, textile practices and graphic design.



• Graphic Designer• Web Designer• Art Director• Illustrator• Photographer• Educator

• Set Designer• Artist• Art Technician• Curator• Trend Forecaster• Product Designer

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course has been designed to provide engaging and innovative learning experiences, where art, craft and design practice is meaningfully integrated with theoretical knowledge and understanding. Students are encouraged to develop a broad foundation of critical, practical and theoretical skills with a holistic understanding of a range of practices and contexts relevant to the art, craft and design fields, culminating in greater specialisation and achievement.

There are four assessment objectives which can be broadly defined as research, experimentation, idea development and presentation.

Most of our resources are free to use within the department. The art department keeps a stock of additional art materials such as sketchbooks and 35mm film. Students are expected to purchase a basic materials kit for personal use for £20 at the start of the year.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

AS (Year 1)

• Term One: Foundation course covering: art theory; research skills; ideas generation; primary recording; materials and techniques workshops including drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture and photography.

• Term Two: Personal creative inquiry (internally assessed, externally moderated) 100%.

• Term Three: Completion of personal creative inquiry unit, installation of the end of year show, introduction to A Level.

A Level (Year 2)

• Term One: Component 1 - personal investigation (internally assessed, externally moderated. 60%)

• Term Two: Component 2 - externally set assignment (internally assessed, externally moderated. 40%)

• Term Three: Complete Component 2.1 - installation of end of year show.


• All subjects can provide useful and interesting stimuli for art projects.

• Analytical written and presentation skills are useful. History, English, Sociology and Politics.


• All coursework is internally assessed and externally moderated.

• Component Two includes an “exam” (15 hours of working in controlled conditions).


Qualification: A Level in Art, Craft and Design

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including Art GCSE (if taken) at grade 5 (B) or above and a portfolio of artwork

Please note that you will need to obtain an average of 10 GCSEs and a minimum APS of 5.0 to study A Levels.

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On successful completion of this course you will be able to progress onto higher education, foundation courses, university, apprenticeship or employment within the creative industries.

PathwayCreative

DepartmentArt

CASE STUDYMELLISSA MULLENGER

This course has helped me to be more aware of theworld around me. I have learnt how to revise betterand become more interested in these subjects beyondmy college work and assignments. My progress has been tracked and receiving help and support is very easy and useful. Their is a positive atmosphere at Monoux College and the teaching is really good. After college I’m planning to go into a Russell Group university to do politics and international relations.



• Animator

• Architect

• Art Therapist

• Costume Designer

• Design and Development Engineer

• Fine Artist

• Graphic Designer

• Illustrator

• Photographer

• Product Designer

• Visual Merchandiser

• Web Designer


DANCECOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance)



COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course has been designed to be taken alongside other vocational or A Level qualifications. By studying dance you will learn to develop your repertoire in a number of dance styles. It is a fun way to keep fit and to develop core personal skills such as team work, self-discipline and problem solving. You will participate in productions and practice the key physical and interpretive skills needed in performance.

On this course you will study a variety of techniques such as Jazz and Contemporary dance. You will develop your creative skills by devising and choreographing movement through workshops and the study of existing works. You will attend productions throughout the year including Matthew Bourne’s Christmas season at Sadlers Wells.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Annual Christmas Carousel event each December

• Variety show every June

• Opportunity to dance in the Walthamstow Garden Party in July

• Strong relationship with world renowned choreographer Matthew Bourne. Opportunities to observe rehearsals and attend workshops lead by company members.


English literature, drama, music, media and art.


• This course will be assessed through internal assessment of class work, practical coursework and productions.


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The Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance) will equip you for further study in Performing Arts. You can chose from various vocational programmes including BA Dance at university.


Future careers could include: community work, performance and choreography.

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DESIGN ENGINEER CONSTRUCT

COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: Diploma in Design, Engineer, Construct! The Digital Built Environment


Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including English grade 4 (C) and maths grade 6 (B) or above

COURSE DESCRIPTION


Are you interested in?

• How buildings and streets look

• Construction and new technologies

• Environmental issues

• Working with communities

• How structures are made

• Creating new things

• Using your imagination

The DEC course is an exciting and engaging blend of creativity and technical analysis. You will be challenged to design a multi-use building for your local area. You will learn about the variety of professions across the construction sector and how they interact with each other. You will engage with professionals in the sector, be trained in the most relevant industry standard software and develop the skills to evaluate and present a sustainable design projects.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

Coursework

Level 3 Designing, Engineering and Constructing a Sustainable Built Environment

Unit 1: Defining a Sustainable Construction Project

Unit 2: Developing a Sustainable Construction Project

Unit 3: Support Design, Structural and Services aspects of Sustainability

Unit 4: Lifecycle and Financial Planning for a Sustainable Construction Project

Unit 5: Evaluating and Documenting a Sustainable Construction Project


Maths, science, art, graphic design, photography and geography.


• Unit 1-5 will be evidenced as a project portfolio and will be worth 30% of the 2 year course.

• A written examination will conclude the 2 year course and will be worth 70%. Your knowledge gained through the 5 coursework units will be assessed here.

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DepartmentArt and Design


A pre public examination (PPE) will assess you at the end of the first year. A minimum D grade will be need to progress to the second year and complete the course.

Equivalent to one A Level, the DEC course will give you access to higher education, apprenticeships and the growing number of degree-apprenticeships in the built environment industries.


This course offers links to career progression in the built environment industries - in architecture, engineering and construction management, and introduces the growing career opportunities focusing on sustainable development.


GAMES DESIGN AND ANIMATION

COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 4 - 9 (A*- C) OR Merit in BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate or Diploma. Including English or maths grade 4 or above

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Are you passionate about Games Design? The Level 3 Games Design & Animation course will prepare you for a career in the games industry. This is one of the fastest growing media sectors in the UK and worth over £5bn.

You will learn a range of skills to equip you for the industry. These range from creating 2D and 3D games, 3D modelling and animation. You will also have the opportunity to pursue your own special interest in the form of a final major project at the end each year.

There will be a number of games related enrichment activities and trips throughout the year.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Games Development Fundamentals

• 3D Modelling

• 3D Games Design

• Final Major Project


English literature/language, film studies and BTEC Media.




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DepartmentMedia


Depending on which specialist direction you choose you can progress onto various university programmes including game design, 3D modelling, game arts or apprenticeships.


After successful completion of the Extended Diploma, you will have the skills to enter employment. You will also have the opportunity to become an independent games developer through the skills you learn on the course.

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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: A Level Graphic Design

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C), must include GCSE Art at grade C or above and portfolio evidence


COURSE DESCRIPTION

A Level Graphic Design is a practical subject where you will have the opportunity to develop your unique ideas into actual pieces of visual communication. The course is very hands-on and you are expected to engage with a wide variety of technical and creative disciplines ranging from hand-drawn sketches to computer generated designs.

Throughout both years of the course you will be immersed in a wide variety of approaches to visual communication. These include posters, adverts, logos, album covers, t-shirts and interior design. The significance of typography will also be explored with an emphasis on how the careful combination of words and images can completely alter the reading of a text.

Outside of class, you will carry out detailed research into branding and design by attending festivals such as the D&AD Awards, which celebrates creative design and advertising across the world. A Level Graphic Design lessons take place in a designated Art & Design studio space. The space includes access to both the traditional and digital tools necessary to fully experiment and create innovative visual work. Sketchbooks are used to collate research and to chart the development of your idea from a concept to an actual working piece of visual communication. Personal exploration is encouraged throughout the course.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

Throughout your two years of study you will develop skills in illustration, typography, editorial, advertising, branding, package design, design for print, computer graphics, multimedia design, animation and special effects, web and app design and game design.

Some modules are linked to live-client briefs. This means you will work with an employer and turn your coursework into a genuine piece of visual communication. For example, students designed posters promoting Waltham Forest’s ‘Back the Bid’ campaign to become the first ‘London Borough of Culture.’ The completed pieces of work were reviewed by representatives from the council and displayed locally around the borough (Waltham Forest subsequently won the bid too!).

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Design, Engineer, Construct! (DEC), art & design, photography and media studies.

NOTE: Graphics, Art and Photography is NOT a recommended three A-Level programme, those seeking to do this should do UAL VOC ART & DESIGN LV3.


• The course is a non-linear A Level so learners can choose to study the course for one year (to achieve an AS qualification) or they can complete the two year course (to achieve the full A-Level qualification).

• The course is assessed through a combination of sketchbook evidence, coursework and a practical exam.

PATHWAY PROGRESSION ACADEMIC PROGRESSION

As a non-linear A Level learners study the course for one or two years and then use the qualification to progress to higher education, university, foundation course or an apprenticeship in one of the following fields of study:

• Illustration and / or graphic design

• Advertising and marketing

• Product / package design

• Multimedia design

• Animation and VFX

• Web and App design

• Game design


Future job roles including, but not limited to:


• Illustrator

• Printmaker

• Interior and Spatial Designer

• Production Designer for Theatre / Television / Film

• Social Media Manager / Digital Media Marketing Officer

• Web Content Manager / Producer of Online Content

• Advertising or Marketing Executive

• Art Director for Advertising / Film / TV

• Animator / VFX Specialist

• Creative Director

• Multimedia Specialist

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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: Certi ficate in Creative Media Production – Print-based media

Level: 3 (equivalent to one A Levels)

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including English grade 4 (C) or above

JOURNALISM


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This Journalism course will equip you for further study in media production and journalism. You can progress onto higher education, apprenticeships or junior level employment in the sector.


• Journalism• Freelance writing• Copywriting• Proof reading• Social media content production• Author


• This course will be assessed through practical coursework and a final major project at the end of the year.

COURSE DESCRIPTION


In the age of fake news, the role of journalists is more vital than ever. This course will teach you some of the core skills of journalism, ranging from research skills, through to ideas development and producing strong copy.

You will develop your writing skills in a vocational setting, with an emphasis on real-world assignments. For example, you will respond to briefs and be asked to write in different styles for a variety of audiences such as readers of a sports magazine or a local newspaper. You will also be taught to research in depth, reference sources correctly, correct errors and shorten and lengthen copy as required.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

The producing print-based media unit will enable you to research, plan and produce print-based media for specific products, such as newspapers, magazines, publicity material, books, flyers or promotional material.

The Writing Copy unit will develop your writing skills for different audiences, with opportunities to write hard news and soft news as well as in-depth features and promotional work.


Humanities and social science subjects as well as business, law and other creative pathway courses.

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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: Certificate in Creative Media Production


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades at 9 – 4 (A*- C) including English and maths 4 (C) or above

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The course has been designed to be taken alongside other vocational or A Level qualifications.

The course will focus on moving image in the film & TV industries and is for students that enjoy engaging with current affairs and local culture to create films that impact on the lives of others.

You will develop technical skills in research, production planning, production and post production. You will experience a wide range of roles required to plan and produce film work and understand how the industry operates.

You will be set projects with our industry partners and work in production teams with the opportunity to submit your work to external competitions and be part of local festivals.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Social Action and Community Media Production – in this unit you will work on a local community issue with Waltham Forest Council and through extensive research produce a video that raises an important issue that can affect the lives of others

• Single Camera Production – in this unit you will learn the full process of production and produce a film for entry for the Walthamstow International Film Festival

• Communication Skills for Creative Media Production – in this unit you learn and practice a range of skills including writing a creative project proposal and ‘pitching’ to an audience.


• This qualification will be delivered on a mixed programme with A Levels

• Media will complement a wide range of A Levels and the production work around social and political themes will link with humanities and social science subjects as well as business, law and other creative arts.




Production skills developed will transfer to many future careers and provide useful case studies to add to your personal statement

You can progress onto higher education, apprenticeships or junior level employment in the sector.


This course will develop a range of skills that will be useful across many career pathways. Level 3 Media can lead to a range of degrees and careers including:

• Film production• Digital media • Journalism

• Content creator • Creative direction

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MEDIACOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology



COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology has been designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to access and progress to degree-level study and employment within the media sector. There is no exam so you are assessed entirely on practical coursework. This provides you with a substantial portfolio and show reel evidence (a requirement for most creative jobs, university courses and apprenticeships). Compared to exam based courses it more accurately reflects the demands and challenges of working in the creative industries. If you have an interest in media or you want to explore, develop and test your creativity then this is the ideal course for you.

The course has been intentionally designed to develop creative and technical skills across the disciplines of both moving image (e.g. video / audio production) and digital design (e.g. graphic design). Due to developments in technology employers are increasingly looking to appoint ‘Mixed Media Specialists’ and learners who study this course will therefore become adept across a range of hardware and software (e.g. Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects etc.).

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

Assignments are deliberately diverse to reflect the varied nature of the creative industries but some of the projects learners produce throughput the course include:

• Animation

• Music video

• Advertising and marketing material (both print and moving image texts)

• Short film, TV drama extract, documentary

• Campaign video and product design

Every project is linked to a live client brief to ensure that student work meets the needs of employers. For example, short films are submitted into an International Film Festival and digital design work is produced for a specific client. Quite often rewards and prizes are given to projects that are ‘commissioned.’


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PATHWAY PROGRESSION

ACADEMIC PROGRESSION

Upon achieving the Extended Diploma at the end of Year 2 many of our students progress onto either a foundation year, university course or apprenticeship placement in the following fields:

• Film and Television Studies

• Media and Communication Studies

• TV and Film Production

• Graphic Design or Illustration

• Product and Package Design

• Print, Digital or Broadcast Journalism

• Digital Media Production or Multimedia Design

• Public Relations and Events Management

• Advertising and Marketing

• Animation and VFX (Special Effects)

• Web and App Design

• Game Design



• Screen Writer / Market or Programme Researcher for Film, Radio or TV

• Camera Operator / Video Editor / Sound Mixer

• Director / Producer for TV or Film

• Media Planner / Events Manager / Public Relations Representative


• Web Content Manager / Producer of Online Content


• Graphic Designer or Illustrator

• Production designer for Theatre / Television / Film

• Animator / VFX Specialist



• All of the assessment is based on the completion of coursework, which comprises of research and planning evidence, practical outcomes and a reflective evaluation.

• You will achieve a Level 3 Diploma in Year 1 and the full Extended Diploma in Year 2.


This is a full-time course.

Should you want to stretch themselves further then we would help pair you with an industry mentor, currently working within the creative industries. Our mentors not only cascade vital skills to their mentees but they have also helped them to secure valuable work experience placements and even paid employment.

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MEDIACOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level Media Studies

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C), ideally to include GCSE English Language



COURSE DESCRIPTION

It is impossible to understand the world we live in today without an awareness of the role that the media plays in all aspects of our society. Roger Silverston (London School of Economics and Political Science) said it best: “Media is at the core of experience, at the heart of our capacity or incapacity to make sense of the world in which we live.”

In A Level Media Studies you will take ownership of the content by engaging in lively debate and thought provoking discussion, often covering a range of topics such as politics, economics, culture and social relations. A sophisticated understanding of media theory is developed throughout the course, which feeds directly into the production of creative media coursework. In addition, you will develop skills of enquiry, critical thinking, debate, decision-making and analysis. You will also apply theoretical knowledge, make informed arguments and reach substantiated conclusions.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

Component 1 - Media Products, Industries and Audiences

• Section A - Media language and representation is examined across a number of different case studies ranging from advertising to music videos. Students consider how certain texts can be used to shape perceptions (e.g. the extent to which regressive stereotypes of gender and ethnicity are promoted and / or challenged by the media).

• Section B - Media Industries and audiences are explored in detail across marketing, film, radio and video games. Learners are encouraged to consider and question the overwhelming power and wealth that the media holds.

Component 3 - Cross Media Production

• Although the course is predominantly theoretical there is also a practical coursework component that will allow you to develop sophisticated video and audio skills through the creation of a short video sequence. You will also have the opportunity to develop strong design skills by planning and then making promotional material.

• The coursework often contributes to learner’s showreels or portfolio evidence for university interviews. A-Level Media Studies coursework created by our students has gone on to win awards at International Film Festivals.


• English Language / Literature

• Sociology

• Film Studies

• History

• Graphic Design

• Photography

• BTEC Certificate Journalism

• BTEC Certificate TV & Film

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As a linear A-Level learners study the course for two years and then use the completed qualification to progress to higher education, university, foundation course or an apprenticeship in one of the following fields of study:

• Film and Television Studies

• Media and Communication Studies

• TV and Film Production

• Journalism

• Marketing and Advertising

• Digital Media Production and Design

• Public Relations



• Screen Writer / Programme Researcher Film, Radio or TV

• Camera Operator / Video Editor / Sound Mixer

• Director / Producer

• Studio Floor Manager / Location Manager

• Media Planner / Events Manager / Public Relations Representative


• Web Content Manager / Producer


• Editorial Assistant / Journalist (Broadcast, Print and Digital)

• Audio Video Specialist / Lighting Technician



• The course is a linear A-Level so all assessment takes place at the end of Year 2. There are two exams (Component 1 and Component 2) representing 70% of the final grade. The remaining 30% of the final grade comes from the internally assessed coursework unit (Component 3), which is completed individually.

CASE STUDYMANUEL FELIPE RODRIGUEZ SUAREZ

Manuel Rodriguez Suarez (A-Level Media Studies YR2) has been involved in every external opportunity promoted to him since the first year e.g. The Ghetto Film School, The EastSide Education Trust, The Creative Mentor Network, the Arts Emergency Fund, Wieden+Kennedy, The BFI, The Walthamstow International Film Festival (this year and last year), The Metropolitan Police Online Safety Promo, The S&C Extended Project (a 20mins film that he directed and shot using staff and students from across the college). He has even appeared in local news articles about rising creative talent in and will be flown out to L.A. courtesy of the NFTS over the summer so he can contribute to the filming of a feature film. He has also delivered technical camera tutorials to LV2 Media students after he was awarded the Silver Arts Award by the British Film Institute.

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MUSICCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in Performing Arts


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A* - C) including English or maths grade 4 (C)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course has been designed to be taken alongside other Level 3 vocational or A Level qualifications. It aims to extend and develop your performance and musical skills and prepare you for a career in music.

The course suits anybody with an interest in performing music - you do not need to have music GCSE, or be able to read musical notation. However, you do need to be passionate about music, be willing to learn, sing and perform, and develop your work to a professional level!

You will research and perform pieces from different artists and genres. You will develop and refine your musical skills as a soloist and within an ensemble. Throughout the year you will participate in a number of musical workshops and also have the opportunity to perform in concerts internally and externally.

You will study professional practice and learn about the music industry and the freelance world. At the end of the year you will be responsible for organizing and performing in a live event.

Music courses are recognized for consistent outstanding results, high grades, professional standard of performance and success. We have many past-students currently working professionally within the industry and can offer excellent performance opportunities and exposure for music students.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Skills development in music

• Professional practice in the music industry

• Community arts

• Working as a session musician


• Music and performing arts


• Coursework is assessed by your teacher and an external verifier and includes performances for assessment, presentations, practice journals and written assignments.


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This course enables students to study music courses at University and then apply for jobs within the music industry.



• Musician• Session Musician• Music Teacher• Music Manager

• Producer• Music Journalist• Event Organiser

CASE STUDYJERMAIN JACKMAN

In 2014, Jermain Jackman won the BBC talent show ‘The Voice’. Samson Jatto is drummer for James Arthur, Maverick Sabre and Neo, Karis Jack is lead in the West End Show ‘Les Miserables.

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PERFORMING ARTSCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma in Performing Arts


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including English or maths grade 4 (C) or above. There will also be an audition as part of the enrolment process.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Performing Arts is the perfect subject if you enjoy acting, dancing and singing. You will use your body language, vocal and physical expression to communicate meaning to an audience.

This course covers skills development, community arts, professional job roles in the industry as well as specialised units such as live music workshop, developing physical theatre, jazz dance, drama improvisation, theatre in education, music in the community and dance appreciation. There will be workshops held by professionals throughout the year and you will also have the opportunity to visit various shows of dance, music and theatres.

You will be taught by professionals from the industry as our teachers still work in the industry as actors, dancers and musicians. The specification provides you with opportunity to develop qualities of imagination, sensitivity, and artistic knowledge and understanding.

You are given the opportunity to explore the process of making performance, devise your own pieces and perform repertoire from professional work. You are also provided with work placements in some prestigious and well-known theatres and festivals such as the National Theatre and Waltham Forest Festival. We are privileged to have a close partnership with world renowned choreographer Matthew Bourne and his company New Adventures.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

In Performing Arts, you will study basic techniques and principles of acting, singing and dancing.

• Creating a character

• Improvisation

• Scripted text

• Choreography

• Jazz dance

• Musical ensemble

• Singing skills for actors


This is a full time course which combines drama, dance and music.


• This course will be assessed through coursework and performance.

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You can study it in higher education or go into the industry through apprenticeships.


A Subsidiary Diploma in Performing Arts can lead to a range of degrees and careers in Acting, Music, or Dance.


PHOTOGRAPHYCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level Photography

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including maths grade 4 and English grade 5 or above


COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course supports students to develop technical camera, studio and darkroom skills. You will also develop creativity, problem solving, critical thinking, team work, verbal and written communication and handling of numerical data.

The course is taught in a computer room equipped with Adobe CS6. In our darkroom and studio, students print and exhibit their work using a professional large format printer. The course involves trips to galleries, photography visits and talks from professionals.

The courses are student-centered and allow you to explore things that interest you while developing new skills. To complete your coursework you will need to work hard on an independent project. We will support you but self-motivation and commitment are very important and working on your project outside lesson times is essential.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

First Year - AS Level

Component 1: Personal creative enquiry

Term 1 Skills building - learning all the new skills required for the subject and how to approach the coursework

Term 2 Developing personal project

Term 3 Completing personal project

Second Year – A Level

Component 1: personal investigation

Component 2: externally set assignment

Preparatory coursework project


Media, journalism, graphics, art, film, english, history, most courses – NOTE graphics, art and photography IS NOT a recommended combination – those seeking to do this should do UAL Art Level 3. Combines well with science for a future in forensic or medical imaging.


• The portfolio of work and final piece is assessed by the teacher and an external examiner.


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You could continue onto a, HND, Foundation Degree or BA Degree in photography or in another related vocational field.

This course is useful for a range of other degrees such as architecture, teaching, and complimentary to any program of higher study or career as it builds key “soft” skills (creative thinking, problem solving and ICT skills).


Photography A Level can lead to a range of degrees and careers including:

• Photographer

• Medical or forensic imaging Photographer (if taken with science)


• Studio Assistant

• Lighting Assistant

• Director of Photography

• Art Director

• Teaching

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ROCK SCHOOLCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: Rock School

Level: 3

Entry requirements: Audition and portfolio at interview

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DepartmentMusic

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Rock School is an accredited vocal course for singers, designed to showcase and develop your voice across a range of popular styles. There is no written component, however students must be able to sing in tune and be prepared to sing as a soloist on a weekly basis. Students will be asked to perform 5 songs to an examiner from the music industry.

Music courses are recognised for outstanding results, high grades, professional standard of performance and consistent success.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Music and performing arts

• Vocal development

• Live performing


Music and performing arts.


• This course will be assessed through a vocal exam.


This course is a particularly good choice for students hoping to study performing arts or music at H.E Level.


On successful completion of the course you will be better equipped for a career in performing arts or music.

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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: Trinity Drama Certificate

TRINITY DRAMAPathwayCreative



If you choose to pursue theatre studies or acting in university, this course will help you prepare for the auditions and gain the basic acting skills looked for in higher education. You can either continue studying acting in a drama school or read Theatre Studies in university.


You can transfer the interpersonal skills it provides you with such as confidence, working well with others, communication and public speaking skills to another subject you study or to a work place.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Trinity Drama is an accredited course offering extra UCAS points for your examined practical work. It is two and a half hours per week and does not require written course work. It is not just for aspiring actors but also for students who aim to develop sound communication skills and boost their confidence. Choose this course and have the opportunity to study drama and create various interesting characters from prominent world playwrights.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Technical aspects of performance art

• Co-curricular opportunities

• Creating and performing

• Producing collaborative drama


You can study Trinity Drama with all three of your A Level subjects and still enjoy creating performance with others.


• This course will be assessed through examined practical work.

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DIGITALPATHWAYTHE FUTURE IS DIGITAL



For students wishing to develop the skills to work within the world of digital applications and information technology. Computer technology is evolving faster than ever before and demand for IT professionals with the right qualifications is at an all-time high. New industries and opportunities are appearing all the time giving rise to innovative technologies and IT solutions.

COURSES

• ICT

• Information and Creative Technology

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Qualification: BTEC First Certificate in Information and Creative Technology

Level: 2

Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs grades 9 - 3 (A*-D) including English or maths at grade 3 or above


COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course prepares students who wish to pursue a career in IT or Computing. Successful completion of this course at Merit Level would enable you to move to a Level 3 Extended Diploma, and then on to university or apprenticeships.

Students will learn advanced skills in programming, computer animation, web design, photo editing, computer hardware and computer software.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Unit 1 - The online world

• Unit 2 - Technology systems

These are both exam units.


English and Maths Functional Skills or GCSE re-sits.


• This course will be assessed through assignments and examinations (x2).


Students can expect to progress onto a Level 3 Extended Diploma.

• This subject can lead to a wide range of degree programmes in ICT and digital related sectors including:computer science, business, finance, marketing, web development and computer programing.

• You can also consider apprenticeships in the related sectors.


Future careers include:

• ICT / IT / Computer Science Teacher• Computer Engineer• Computer Programmer• Software Engineer • Data Analyst

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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma in IT


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including English or maths at grade 4 or above

COURSE DESCRIPTION


The BTEC Level 3 Certificate can extend a learner’s program of study. The course includes units such as communications, employability skills in IT and practical tasks involved in computer systems.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Unit 1 Communication and Employability skills in IT

• Unit 2 Computer Systems

• Unit 30 Digital Graphics


Games design, business studies and creative pathway courses.


• This course will be assessed through assignments and practical work.


This subject can lead to a wide range of degree programmes in ICT and digital related sectors including:computer science, business, finance, marketing, web development and economics.

You can also consider apprenticeships in the related sectors.



• ICT / IT / Computer Science Teacher• Computer Engineer• Computer Programmer• Software Engineer• Data Analyst

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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: Extended Diploma in IT


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A* - C) including English or maths at grade 4 or above

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course will prepare you for a range of careers in the IT industry. If you’re passionate about ICT, but are unsure which direction to take then this course will give you a variety of experiences in different aspects of IT to help you make your final decision.

You will learn a range of skills such as programming, team working, organisational skills and time management.

In year 1 you will complete 9 modules. These modules will cover elements such as computer hardware and software, digital graphics and computer animation.

In year 2 you will complete a further 9 modules. Students on the second year will be able to select if they wish to specialise in a career in computer science. The modules will differ slightly for those on the computer science stream as we have more

programming modules in order to prepare them for university.

You will also learn essential skills such as spreadsheet development and also database design.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Unit 1 – Communication and employability skills for IT professionals

• Unit 2 – Computer systems

• Unit 3 – Information systems



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After you complete the second year (Extended Diploma) you can apply for university or an apprenticeship.

This subject can lead to a wide range of degree programmes in ICT and digital related sectors including: computer science, business, finance, marketing, web development and software development.



• Computer science• Software development• IT Support• Database management

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For students interested in enterprise and management across a broad range of employment sectors

The business sector is broad and has plenty of variety in relation to employment opportunities.

There are many jobs to explore from management and consultancy to research. The leisure and travel industries offer up a world of high skills employment opportunities, from event management to hospitality and travel.

• Business

• Business & Enterprise

• Business Administration & Legal Studies

• Sport

• Travel and Tourism

COURSES


BUSINESSCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: BTEC First Certificate in Business

Level: 2

Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs grades 9 - 3 (A*- D) including English or maths at grade 3 or above

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course provides an opportunity to gain a broad knowledge and understanding of the business sector.

You will examine the different ways that businesses try to understand the needs of a market. This will include looking at how research data is gathered and how it can be analysed to produce useful business information.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Promoting a brand

• Principles of customer service

• Recruitment, selection and employment


English and Maths Functional Skills or GCSE


• This course will be assessed through external exams and coursework.


You can progress to a more specialised Level 3 vocational or academic business course or an apprenticeship.


Junior job roles include:

• Business Administrator

• Marketing Assistant

• Retail Sales and Finance Assistant

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DepartmentBusiness

COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Business


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including English and maths at grade 4 or above

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The course has been designed to be taken alongside a Level 3 vocational or A Level qualifications.

This is the course for you if you are hoping to broaden your knowledge with a comprehensive understanding of how businesses are run.

This course will equip you with excellent research skills and business report writing, and an ability to read, understand, analyse and evaluate business financial information.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Business environment

• Business resources

• Introduction to marketing

• Business communication

• Managing a business event

• Human resources

• Understanding health and safety


You can combine this course with two A Level subjects.


• This course will be assessed through a variety of assessment methods including: essays, reports, live assessment, individual and group presentations.


On successfully completion of the Subsidiary Diploma in Business you could progress onto a business related degree or Higher National Diploma.


Previous students have gone directly into employment in areas of finance, administration and management.

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BUSINESS AND ENTERPISE

COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: 90-credit Diploma in Business


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including English and maths

COURSE DESCRIPTION

If you are passionate about starting and running your own business, you can make that start now on this course. You will explore aspects of enterprise such as business planning and pitching, finance, leadership, teamwork and brand development. This will lead to you running your own business within the first year.

As a registered Peter Jones Enterprise Academy, our students receive pioneering support to start businesses and achieve globally a recognised qualification. In addition, students benefit from a £50 loan as part of the Tycoon Academy, an opportunity to pitch for £5,000 as National Entrepreneur of the year and a graduation ceremony with Peter Jones CBE.

The business department has excellent links with Sky Academy, AAT, National Maritime Museum, Coca Cola, KPMG, Wembley Stadium, Cadbury and the Bank of England.

Take part in enrichment activities including Aviard Inspires Live, St James Street Big Local, a ‘Dragon’s Den’ style business idea pitching competition and the ‘student investor challenge’.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• The innovative entrepreneur

• Business planning

• Social enterprise

• Launch and run an enterprise

• All students receive £50 to put towards their business ideas and support them to run a business activity that counts towards their qualification


This is a full time course.


• This course will be assessed through external coursework.

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You could progress onto university, an apprenticeship or start your own business directly after college.


This course can lead to employment in areas of finance, administration and management or into self-employment.

Entrepreneurs are not born

THEY'RE MADEMy Academy gives aspiring entrepreneurs the opportunity to realise their business dreams.

Within a year you will be running your own business or gaining experience at a company.

PETER JONES CBE

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BUSINESS

COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: BTEC Extended Diploma in Business


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grade 9 - 4 (A*- C) including English or maths at grade 4 or above OR Merit in BTEC L2 Extended Certificate


Students that successfully complete their programme of study could progress onto a business related degree or Higher National Diploma.


Previous students have gone directly into employment in areas of finance, administration and management. The course can also lead to careers in human resource management, marketing, real estate management and events management.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The BTEC Level 3 extended Diploma is equivalent to three A Levels.

The programme aims to provide you with an in depth understanding of the operations and structures of businesses and to equip you with the skills required to succeed in employment or at university. The course will explore businesses in the public, private and voluntary sectors.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Starting a small business and pitching

• Marketing

• Finance


• Recruitment and selection




• You will be assessed continually through practical project work, coursework, written assignments, time constrained assignments, and presentations.


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COURSE DESCRIPTION

The success of a business often relies on relationships with its employees, customers and suppliers. In addition to investigating general business issues, you will explore the legal factors surrounding businesses such as contract and employment legislation. You will study the various ways that procedures should be managed in order to avoid disputes.

The programme aims to provide you with an in depth understanding of the operations and structures of businesses and also legal issues that relate to businesses such as contract law. You will develop the skills required to succeed in employment or at university.

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• Starting a business

• English legal system

• Contract law

• Marketing

• Human resource management


• Recruitment and selection






Students that successfully complete their programme of study could progress onto a business or law related degree or Higher National Diploma. Previous Level three students have gone directly into employment in areas of growth in finance, administration and management.



Law, accounting & finance, banking, business management, human resource management, marketing, real estate management and events management.

COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: BTEC Extended Diploma in Business (Business and Legal Studies)


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grade 9 - 4 (A*- C) including English or maths at grade 4 or above


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SPORTSCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: BTEC First Extended Certificate in Sport

Level: 2

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 3 (A*- D) including English or Maths at grade 3 or above

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The course will help encourage personal development through practical participation and performance.

It includes a range of sports and exercise activities and gives learners a wider understanding and appreciation of health related fitness. There is also a selection of optional specialist units. Enrolling on the Level 2 in Sport gives you the opportunity to achieve a nationally-recognised Level 2 vocationally-specific qualification.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

The Sports Performer in Action: this unit will help you understand how the body responds to adaptations that occur in the body and prepare you for careers including fitness instructing and sports coaching

The Mind and Sports Performer: this unit will help you understand the different factors that can influence the mind in sporting situations and some of the ways you can improve your own preparation and performance.


English and maths Functional Skills or GCSE if required. This is a full time course.


• This course will be assessed through a series of exams and coursework.


Successful completion of the Level 2 course will lead you to progress onto Level 3 Year 1 90 credit diploma in sport.


Students can progress to careers as personal fitness instructors, sports coaches, roles in leisure centres and youth workers.

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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport


Entry requirements: You must have achieved an appropriate Level 2 vocational qualification and /or 4 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course provides an opportunity to gain a broad knowledge and understanding of the sports sector.

The course includes a range of sports and exercise activities and gives learners a wider understanding and appreciation of health related fitness. There is also a selection of optional specialist units.

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Sports Nutrition: Yr1 Credit Diploma

You will learn how to predict nutritional requirements and analyse intake. Research on different diets for different sports and devise nutritional strategies to be implemented before, during and after exercise to optimise performance.

Coaching for Performance: Yr2 Extended Diploma

You will investigate the work of successful coaches and examine the skills and techniques required to develop sports performance. You will plan and deliver a coaching session; after its completion, you will assess your performance and produce a development plan to support the improvement of your planning and delivery.


This is a full time programme.


• This course will be assessed internally through a variety of methods, consisting of written assignments, presentations, practical tasks, demonstrations, discussions, group work and voluntary work.


The Extended Diploma in Sport will equip you for further study at university, apprenticeships or employment in the sports and fitness sectors.


Student can progress to careers as personal fitness instructors, sports coaches, roles in leisure centres and youth workers.


TRAVEL AND TOURISM COURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: BTEC First Certificate in Travel and Tourism

Level: 2

Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs grades 9 - 3 (A* - D) including English or maths at grade 3 or above OR English and Maths at Level 1/2


COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course prepares students who wish to pursue a career in Travel and Tourism. Successful completion of this course at Merit Level would enable you to progress to a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism.

If you aspire to learn about the world and are considering a career in events, cabin crew, marketing, hospitality or airports then this is the course for you. This course provides an opportunity to gain a sound understanding of the value of tourism to the UK economy and the employment opportunities it provides.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Travel and tourism employment opportunities - you will visit Stansted Airport to gain an insight of the different jobs available.

• Organising a travel and tourism study visit.


English and Maths Functional Skills or GCSE.


• This course will be assessed through exams and coursework.


You can progress to a more specialised Level 3 vocational course, a Level 3 vocational tourism course or an apprenticeship.


This course can lead to a wide range of job roles across the tourism sector. These include events, hospitality and cabin crew.

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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including English or maths at grade 4 or above or Merit in BTEC L2 Extended Certificate

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Have you ever wondered what the tourism industry is about? Would you like to work in one of the fastest growing industries that employs over 237 million people worldwide? Would you like to use tourism as an entry onto higher education? Studying travel and tourism will provide you with both an academic and vocational route.

The programme aims to provide students with an in depth understanding of the tourism industry, the value of the tourism industry and the employment opportunities it creates. In year 2 the focus looks at the ethics of tourism and the need of the industry to enter the digital world in order keep up to date with competition and customers. The course will explore businesses in the public, private and voluntary sectors.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Investigating the travel and tourism industry

• The business of travel and tourism

• Marketing in travel and tourism

• Responsible tourism

• Specialist tourism

• Preparing for employment


This is a full time programme.


• You will be assessed continually through practical project work, coursework, written assignments, time constrained assignments and presentations.


Students that successfully complete their programme of study could progress onto a travel and tourism related degree, apprenticeships or Higher National Diploma.


There are a range of roles in many of the supporting industries including, hospitality, events, cabin crew and transport organisations, airports, local attractions and many others.


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For students seeking to develop the skills to work in law and finance related employment sectors.

The UK’s legal and financial sectors are the envy of the world. Job opportunities in these areas are increasing with a high demand for well-qualified professionals. The UK economy is worth £7 trillion!

• Business

• Economics

• Financial Studies

• Further Maths

• Law

• Maths

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BUSINESS STUDIESCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level Business

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (or A*- C) including English and one additional essay-based subject at grade 5 or above


COURSE DESCRIPTION

A Level Business is a broad subject that gives you solid grounding in the various areas involved in running a business. This course will also give you an understanding of how businesses make decisions with regards to their objectives and strategy.

This course has been designed to provide you with a critical understanding of organisational structures, external stakeholders, business environments and the effects this can have on decision-making.

This includes understanding major topical issues that can generate change for business organisations and the ways in which businesses respond to these issues.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• The impact of technology on strategic decision making

• The influences of Corporate Social Responsibility, ethical and environmental issues on strategic decisions

• The difficulties in forecasting future trends


Law, maths, economics and financial studies


• This course will be assessed through external examination.


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This subject can lead to a wide range of degree programmes in business related sectors including: business, accounting, management, marketing, law and economics.

You can also consider apprenticeships in the related sectors.


Employment in a range of areas including, management, human resources, marketing or accounting.

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ECONOMICSCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level Economics

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 ( A*- C) including grades 5 or above in English and maths. APS score between 5 and 6.3 depending on additional subjects selected.


COURSE DESCRIPTION

In the first year you will study two main components. Microeconomics involves studying how markets work, the types of structures, demand and supply, policies and government intervention. Macroeconomics involves studying the wider economy, unemployment, inflation, economic growth and trade. We also learn about the conditions of global development and financial markets.

In the second year you will study both Microeconomics and Macroeconomics in greater depth. In Microeconomics you will learn new concepts such as oligopoly, monopolistic competition and contestable market theory and apply them to industries in the UK and Europe. In Macroeconomics you will learn about economic development and globalisation as well as financial regulation.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Basic/advanced microeconomics

• Basic/advanced macroeconomics

• Labour markets

• Behavioural economics

• Development economics

• Financial markets and banking


Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry and History.


This course will be assessed through three mock exams in the first year and three exam papers in the second year.

• Component 1: Microeconomics (H460/01). Two hour paper externally examined.

• Component 2: Macroeconomics (H460/02). Two hour paper externally examined.

• Component 3: Themes in Economics (H460/03). Two hour paper externally examined.


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On successful completion of this course you can progress onto higher education. To be considered as an applicant to study economics at top Russel Group Universities you must have A Level maths and/or further maths, economics and another challenging A Level subject.

You may also consider a Sixth Form leaver programme for high achievers with PWC, CITI Bank, Goldman Sachs, KPMG and other firms offering employment in audit, assurance and tax advisory.


Apprentices and employment in areas such as:

Tax, consultancy, accountancy, advisory, auditing, research, think tanks, investment banking, mergers and acquisitions, management and finance.

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FINANCIAL STUDIESCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: Certificate in Financial Studies


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including a grade 4 or above in maths

COURSE DESCRIPTION


This Financial Studies course will encourage you to become a responsible borrower, a sensible saver and to appreciate the need for financial planning throughout your life.

It prepares you for further study by developing the core skills of critical analysis and evaluation, verbal communication (through classroom discussion) and written communication.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Importance of financial capability in the immediate, short, medium and long term.

• Financial services and products, including sources of help and advice

• Borrowing, budgeting, financial planning and cash flow forecasting.

• The impact of external influences at different stages in the personal life cycle

• Risk and reward in managing personal finance.


Business studies, economics, law


• This course will be assessed through external examination.


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You can further your education by progressing to higher education or consider financial apprenticeships.


Financial apprentices and employment in areas such as insurance, banking, office administration or the voluntary sector such as with Citizens Advice.

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APPLIED LAWCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Applied Law


Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) (one should include English Language or Literature)



DepartmentApplied Law

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The course has been designed to be taken alongside other Level 3 vocational or A Level qualifications.

You will develop a critical awareness of the changing nature of law in society, as well as being able to analyse and solve problems by applying legal rules. The subject involves you in the research and study of these and numerous other legal problems.

On completion of the course you may choose to go on the higher education, or an apprenticeship in law. You may choose to work in one of the many Government departments, or for local government.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

BTEC Certificate Three Units:

• Unit 1: Dispute solving in the legal system

• Unit 2: Understanding law making

• Unit 3: Aspects of legal liability

BTEC Subsidiary Diploma Three Units:

• Unit 4: Unlawful homicide and police powers

• Unit 5: Aspects of property law and police powers

• Unit 6: Contract law


The Level 3 Applied Law goes well with sociology, business studies, psychology, history and other humanities subjects.




You may choose to go on to university to study law or another social science. You may also consider junior level employment or apprenticeships within a law, business or social science related sectors.


Barrister, solicitor, legal executive/para-legal, legal secretary, barristers clerk, police officer, health and safety inspector, civil service, trading standards officer. This is just the short-list of options available to anyone wanting to study law.

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

See how real life cases have developed and shaped the law that we have today and apply your knowledge of the civil and criminal law to current affairs. You will gain an insight into how the different types of laws are created in this country and how this differs from European Union legislation.

You will study criminal law and the difference between murder and manslaughter, non-fatal offences and criminal damage. You will also assess how the Judiciary uses its powers to decide the severity of a sentence. The course includes mock trials, visits to Parliament and Courts and guest speakers.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• The English legal system

• Criminal law

• Tort law

• Human rights


English, sociology, history, business, government and politics.


• A Level Law is assessed through exams at the end of the second year.


On successful completion of this course you will be able to progress to a university degree or a work-based apprenticeship.

You can chose from various university programmes including law, history, geography and economics.


A Level Law can assist you in becoming a solicitor, barrister or legal executive.

Alternatively popular career routes also include employment or apprenticeships in business and accounting, the police, teaching, social work and community work.

COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: A Level Law

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 ( A*- C) including English and one additional essay-based subject at grade 5 or above


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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: A Level Further Maths

Level: A Level

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 5 (A*- C) including GCSE maths at grade 7 (A) or above



COURSE DESCRIPTION

Further Maths is a versatile qualification, highly respected by employers. It includes the study of statistics, mechanics and pure maths.

There is huge demand for qualified mathematicians, particularly from in the science, engineering and finance sectors. Maths careers are well paid, interesting and rewarding.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Higher level calculus

• Advanced mathematics

• Advanced statistics

• Complex matrices


This course combines well with, economics, financial studies, physics and law.


• This course will be assessed through internal and external examinations in the first and second year.


You can further your education by progressing to higher education or consider employment and apprenticeships in business, finance, banking or science and engineering fields.


This course can lead to careers in; legal executive work, teaching, stockbroking, chartered accountancy, finance, banking, science & engineering.

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DepartmentMaths

COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: A Level Mathematics

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 5 (A*- C) including GCSE maths grade 6 (B) or above


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COURSE DESCRIPTION

You will acquire the skills required to study and analyse data collected from events and create hypothetical situations. You will solve mathematical equations and find solutions. If you enjoy solving complex problems, studying mathematics is ideal for you. You will explore mathematical concepts, statistics and mechanics.

A Level mathematics is highly respected by employers and admissions tutors at universities and is an incredibly useful qualification.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Mechanics

• Algebra

• Trigonometry

• Statistics


This course combines well with economics, financial studies, physics & law.


• This course will be assessed through internal and external examinations in the first and second year.


You can further your education by progressing to higher education or consider employment and apprenticeships in business, finance, banking or science and engineering fields.


This course can lead to legal executive work, teaching, stockbroking, chartered accountancy, finance, banking, science & engineering.


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For those interested in the role that science and good health can play in the world.

Individuals with scientific minds have achieved ground-breaking discoveries leading to improvements in the environment and people’s lives. You can make a positive difference to society and the community by working in the health services and care industries.

• Applied Science

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Health and Social Care

• Physics

• Psychology

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BIOLOGYCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level Biology

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 5 (A*- C) including a grade 5 in English and grades 6 or above in science and maths


COURSE DESCRIPTION

Biology A Level will give you the knowledge, understanding and skills to make connections and associations with all living things around you.

Biology is the study of how living processes work to enable organisms to function and continue, and if that’s not important, what is? Being such a broad topic, you are bound to find a specific area of interest, plus it opens the door to a fantastic range of interesting careers in bioscience.

Biology is essentially an evidence-based subject that depends on experimental results to explain certain theories. This means that students have the opportunity to develop key transferrable practical skills to become great scientists; students will carry out twelve endorsed practical activities during their two year course to achieve this.

The endorsed practical activities will enable students to develop key transferrable skills that will be useful to any science-based course at university.

The college will support you throughout your studies, but self-motivation and commitment to learning are very important. You will be taught in well-equipped labs. The focus will be on your needs as a learner and you will gain valuable skills such as cooperative group work, using high-order thinking skills and independent learning.

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Topics studied in Year 1:

• Biological molecules• Cells• Organisms exchange substances with their

environment• Genetic information, variation and relationships

between organisms.

Topics studied in Year 2:

• Energy transfers in and between organisms• Organisms respond to changes in their internal and

external environments• Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems • The control of gene expression.


A Level chemistry, A Level geography and A Level psychology.


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External Written Assessments

• There will be no external written exams at the end of year one. Instead students will have internal mocks throughout the year, which will inform predicted grades for university applications and progression to year 2 of the course.

• There will be three written examinations at the end of the two-year course.

Assessment of Practical Skills

• The practical skills exemplified by students from the endorsed practical activities will be assessed by teachers and will be based on direct observation of students’ and/or assessment of written scientific reports for each activity.

• The practical assessment data from all activities will determine the overall outcome for practical skills (i.e. pass or fail), which will appear on the student’s A Level Biology qualification certificate as a separately reported result, alongside the overall grade for the qualification.


Many of our students apply to university to pursue healthcare degrees, including medicine and midwifery, and the excellent provision of A Level Biology at Monoux help students achieve this.



• Biology Teacher

• Biomedical Research Scientist (life sciences)

• Biotechnologist

• Dentist

• Doctor

• Higher Education Lecturer

• Marine Biologist

• Microbiologist

• Midwife

• Medical Research Scientist

• Medical Nurse

• Nature Conservation Officer

• Pharmacologist

• Science Writer

• Surgeon

• Veterinary Nurse

• Veterinary Physician

• Zookeeper

• Zoologist

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CHEMISTRYCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level Chemistry

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 5 (A*- C) including a double 6 (B,B) in science and a 6 (B) in maths


COURSE DESCRIPTION

Chemistry is a subject that helps you to understand the world around you. Why do leaves change colour in the Autumn? Chemistry can help you understand why and how different materials react with one another in the way that they do.

If you understand how chemistry works you’ll be able to separate reasonable expectations from pure fiction. Chemistry opens up career options. There are many careers in chemistry, but even if you’re looking for a job in another field, the analytical skills you gain will be helpful.

Chemistry is a two year linear course that will give you a deep understanding of chemical concepts along with practical, mathematical and data processing skills.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Physical chemistry

• Inorganic chemistry

• Organic chemistry


Biology, physics, mathematics, psychology, economics and sociology.


• This course will be assessed through internal mock exams in the first year and external exams in the second year.


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CASE STUDYZUHRA KHARADI

I love my course because I get to learn new and interesting topics on a daily basis. My course has helped me a lot, the teaching is amazing. My teachers, Gulshen and Ben are amazing. I am hoping to do medicine at university.

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On successful completion of Year 1 (mock exam results) you can progress onto Year 2.

At the end of two years you could progress onto a university degree in medicine, dentistry, biomedical science or related courses.


Popular careers include:

• Doctor

• Pharmacist

• Chemical Engineer

• Environmental Scientist

• Forensic Scientist

• Teacher

• Clinical Scientist


HEALTH & SOCIAL CARECOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: Cambridge Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care

Level: 2

Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs grades 9 - 3 (A*- D) including English and maths at grade 3 (D) or above

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course prepares students who wish to pursue a career in Health and Social Care. Successful completion of this course at Merit Level would enable you to move to a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care.

The Health and Social Care department has a full range of vocational equipment, including NHS standard hospital beds, mannequins, wheelchairs, Zimmer frames and other related apparatus. The teachers in the Health and Social Care department are passionate about helping every student to reach their full potential.

With a great mix of practical skills and academic work, the BTEC Level 2 course will give you an excellent introduction to the Health and Social Care profession.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Communication and individual rights

• Cultural diversity

• Human lifespan development

• The impact of diet on health and creative activities.






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The Diploma in Health and Social Care will equip you for further study through an Extended Diploma.

All programmes can lead to an apprenticeship.


Careers in the Health and Social Care sector such as nursing, midwifery, social work, teaching, and criminology amongst others.

I like my course because it’s fun, interesting and leads to many open opportunities in the future.

Health and Social Care has helped me to become more confident in my studies. This course also helps you to decide on what you want to do as a career in the future.

I plan to finish year 2 and go to University to study Social Work to become a social worker.

The teachers here are very helpful and make sure you will succeed within your course, they are nice and always there for you.

CASE STUDYANGELA OWARE-JOSEPH

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HEALTH & SOCIAL CARECOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above or a Merit in BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

If you are passionate about a career in the Health and Social Care sector such as nursing, midwifery, social work, teaching, or criminology, this is the perfect programme for you.

Whilst on the Health and Social Care Level 3 course, you will develop your literacy, numeracy, vocational and academic skills. Your course will include a range of subjects from communication, sociology, psychology to anatomy and physiology.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children

• Physiological disorders

• Personal and professional development

• Research methodology


This is a full time course. The Extended Diploma is equivalent to three A Levels.




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The Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care will equip you for further study at degree level or employment.

All programmes can lead to an apprenticeship.


Health and Social Care professionals enjoy some of the most rewarding careers, in roles such as nursing, midwifery, radiography, radiotherapy, teaching, chiropracting and public health.

CASE STUDYSADIA MAOLIN

I chose this course because I’ve always had interest in studying a course that would lead me to my career path. It has changed me as an individual in terms of how I act and link other as this course has taught me not to be judgemental and care for and think about others. The teachers are helpful, determined and encouraging, they make sure that you do not give up at all! I’m planning to study midwifery or nursing in university.

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PHYSICSCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level Physics

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 5 (A*- C) including a double 6 (B,B) in science and a 6 (B) in maths


COURSE DESCRIPTION

The fact that the universe is governed by simple equations is compelling – but to understand these equations is truly rewarding and amazing! Throughout the A Level Physics course you will come to learn these laws and apply them to everyday observations. Experimentation will be used to reinforce theory – where core practical skills will be embedded continuously in a variety of contexts.

In year one you begin your journey with fundamental principles of physics – particle and quantum physics. You will be exposed to a fascinating spectrum of particles which are key to understanding and explaining the existence of our universe. Other topics will include electricity and mechanics. In year two we begin to explore the world of ‘fields’, core concepts of magnetic, electric and gravitational fields will be studied in detail.

You will be given the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills to specialist topics including engineering physics and thermodynamics. You will engage with the physics of engines and apply your understanding to novel designs and technologies. Having covered key principles of thermodynamics you will be exposed to current topical issues for example, ‘alternative energies’. Along with a strong grounding in molecular physics you will be able to explain cutting edge research and novel products, this will put you in good stead to study many of the sciences and engineering courses at university level.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Particle and quantum physics

• Engineering physics

• Nuclear physics

• Field physics and their effects


Chemistry, mathematics, biology and economics.


• This course will be assessed through internal mock exams in the first year and external exams in the second year.


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At the end of two years you can progress onto a university degree in medicine, dentistry, biomedical science or related courses.


A Level Physics can lead to careers including:

• Pilot

• Engineer

• Medical Doctor

• Dentist

• Research Scientist

• Economist

• Banker

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and human behaviour. Psychologists try to understand what motivates, challenges or modifies our behavior and use this understanding to help us tackle personal and social problems. Psychologists can work in social care, mental health, education, business, research and sports.

Psychology is one of the most popular subject choices at A Level. It gives you experience of scientific theory, research skills, essay writing as well as maths. As such, it can complement a range of subjects.

If you study psychology you’ll be able to develop your analytical and organisational skills and learn about scientific research methods, including collecting and working with data. You will learn how to critically evaluate theories and explanations of behavior. You will find yourself applying, without even realizing, much of what you learn in lessons to life outside of the classroom!

Learning about human behavior and studying the mind can also help to build your communication skills and improve your teamwork and leadership skills.

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Topics in year 1 include

• Memory; how our memory works, why some eyewitness recall false memories, why do we forget?

• Attachments; why do babies form attachments? What happens if they are unable to form attachments?

• Social psychology; why do some people follow the group whilst other stand out? What makes someone obey?

• Biopsychology; the study of the mind and how this links to the biology of our bodies

• Abnormality; how can abnormal behavior be explained? What causes depression? OCD? How can we treat abnormal behaviour?

Topics in year 2 include

• Addiction; explanations of addiction, can families cause addiction?

• Relationships; how do they form? How do they end? Why do people form relationships with people they have never met?

• Schizophrenia; Types of schizophrenia, can schizophrenia be inherited? How can this disorder be treated?

• Issues & debates; are we born the way we are or do we become who we are through learning?

• Research methods; statistical analysis of data using a range of statistical tests, carrying out your own research

PSYCHOLOGYCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level Psychology

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 8 - 5 (A - C) including a 6 (or B) in Science and a 6 (or B) in a written subject such as History or English Literature



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On successful completion of Year 1 (mock exam results) you can progress onto Year 2.

On completion of a psychology A Level, you can go on to study psychology as a degree. Psychology is also useful for studying a range of social science, arts and healthcare related degrees including:


Jobs where your degree would be useful include:

• Careers Adviser• Counsellor• Detective• Human Resources Officer• Life Coach• Market Researcher• Play Therapist• Psychotherapist• Teacher• Occupational Psychologist• Sport and Exercise Psychologist

• Childhood studies• Media studies• Physiotherapy• Nursing• Occupational therapy

• Sports science• Psychology• Sociology• Speech therapy • Social work


Science subjects, sociology and law.


• Your final assessment involves three external exams at the end of the second year.


SCIENCECOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: Cambridge Technical Diploma in Science

Level: 2

Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs grades 8 - 4 (A - C) including science


COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course prepares students who wish to pursue a career in science. Successful completion of this course at Merit Level would enable you to move to a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Science.

This Level 2 course will combine some elements of biology, chemistry and psychology. This can help you decide which part of science you are most interested in.

There are 7 units in total that run over one year. This course also covers some units which are similar to BTEC Level 3 Science which means you will be prepared to progress onto a Level 3 Science course.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Unit 1 – Science of the Earth

In this unit students will look at the structure of the earth, atmosphere and hydrosphere. In addition, students will also look into natural resources, what they are and how they impact life on earth.

• Unit 5 – Communicating Science

Here students will learn about different ways in which science is communicated, how this relates to the target audiences and also consider bias that may exist in such presentations of science topics.

• Unit 6 – Careers in Science

In this unit students will look at different sectors within science and find out what skills and training are needed for certain job roles.

• Unit 8 – Science of Health

In this unit students will look at how lifestyle decisions affect a person’s health and well-being. Students will also consider genetic disorders and how these can be diagnosed and screened.

• Unit 9 – Human Behavior

Students get to learn about evolutionary explanations of human behavior which covers aggression and altruism; and analyse evidence for these explanations.

• Unit 10 – Chemistry of Production

In this unit students will learn about different types of chemical reactions, conditions required for a specific chemical process.

• Unit 12- Chemical Design

Here students will learn about main components of washing powder as well as the structure and properties of the molecules in crude oil.




• This course will be assessed through assignments.

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My course is interesting and is directly related to my career choice. Monoux College is full of friendly people and teachers. I have learnt about how to interact better with my peers and made new friends at college. I am planning to do an apprenticeship.

CASE STUDYYAHYA AHMED


OCR Level 2 Science is a one year course and successfully completing this course will allow you to progress onto BTEC Science Level 3.



• Biomedical Scientist

• Biotechnologist



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SCIENCECOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science


Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including English, maths and science at grade 4 (C)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Are you interested in studying a science related course at university or do you wish to explore a practical career in the Science industry? Then Applied Science is the course for you!

This course will equip you with the practical skills and the underpinning knowledge you require to further your career at an advanced level. You will cover the features of biology such as studying microorganisms and how they affect us and the environment.

In chemistry you will learn about the dynamics of chemical substances and its applications in life. You will also be covering physics which will allow you to interpret and formulate the physical interactions between matter with application to biological and chemical systems.

There are plenty of practical activities to boost your understanding of scientific techniques including formulation of your own hypothesis, measuring energy content in food and looking at a microorganism under a microscope.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Medical physics

• Biochemistry and biochemical techniques

• Physiology of human body systems




• This course will be assessed through coursework, observation of practical activities, report writing and assignments.


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At the end of two years you can progress onto a university degree in medicine, dentistry, biomedical science or related courses.


The Extended Diploma in Applied Science can lead to careers including:

• Biomedical Scientist

• Biotechnologist



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SOCIETY & CULTUREPATHWAYACADEMIC COMMUNITIES FOR THE 21ST CENTURY



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This pathway provides an understanding of our global society and leads to career focused on the work of communities and organisations.

Research suggests that 60% of the UK’s leaders have humanities, arts or social science degrees. For many employers, a good humanities degree is testament to your creativity and ability to process lots of information and many of the skills you pick up will be transferable into the workplace.

• English Language

• English Language & Literature

• English Literature

• Film Studies

• French

• Geography

• Government & Politics

• History

• Journalism

• Religious Studies

• Sociology

• Spanish

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

On this course you will gain a detailed insight into human behaviour through the use of language in society and across time. You will develop your ability to analyse evidence and draw conclusions about language. You will see a wide range of interactive resources including online lectures.

English Language is one of the last remaining A Level courses to include a creative writing component.

On this course you will have opportunities to take part in trips and participate in talks from speakers and visiting lecturers from Queen Mary University London. You will also be encouraged to use online tools to aid your knowledge and develop your interest in the English language.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Literary genres• Creative writing • Texts and genres• Theory and independence


English literature, law, sociology, politics and psychology.


• This course is assessed through 80% exams and 20% coursework.


At the end of two years you can progress into higher education. Many students progress onto university to study an arts or social science based subject.


A Level English Language can lead to careers in: social enterprise, marketing, public research, law, journalism, teaching, early years education and speech therapy.

ENGLISH LANGUAGEPathwaySociety & Culture

Department English


COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: A Level English Language

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A* - C) including English Language at grade 5 or above.


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COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course will suit students with a love of reading and writing and who enjoy a high level of analytical discussion about challenging, contemporary topics such as race, cultural difference and sexuality. It will prepare students for a career in academia, politics, journalism, advertising or law.

The first year of the course will focus on honing analytical skills, becoming more conversant with historical and biographical contexts and tackling proposition questions. The second year involves more autonomous wider reading and the writing of a lengthy coursework essay based on a text of the student’s choosing.

Students will spend their time looking at different texts from across the canon of English literature and beyond. Most lessons will involve debate, discussion, offering and challenging interpretations as well as close Level linguistic analysis of language and form and how they shape meaning. The AQA specification offers texts for study within the topics of love and war.

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There is strong potential for enrichment here through projects and tasks which focus on either literary or non-literary creative writing as well as trips to museum and art galleries to explore the nuances of the relevant contexts.


Politics, law, history, sociology, film studies and religious studies.


• The course is assessed through 80% exams and 20% coursework.




A Level English literature can lead to careers in: social enterprise, marketing, public research, teaching, law, journalism amongst many others.

ENGLISH LITERATUREPathwaySociety & Culture

Department English Literature

COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: A Level English Literature

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A* - C) including English Literature and English Language at grade 5 or above.


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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: A Level English Language and Literature

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A* - C) including English Literature and English Language at grade 5 or above.



PathwaySociety & Culture

DepartmentEnglish

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course will suit students with a love of reading and writing and who enjoy a high level of analytical discussion about challenging topics such as gender, dystopian writings, cultural identity and sexuality.

The first year of the course focuses on developing analytical skills and knowledge of key terms through the analysis of the use of language and literary features in non-fiction texts, Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale and the poetry of Seamus Heaney.

The second year involves more autonomous wider reading and the writing of a lengthy coursework essay based on two texts of the student’s choosing. We will also develop creative writing skills based on re-creating parts of Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer, as well as exploring conflict in the classic play A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams.

Most lessons will involve debate, discussion, offering and challenging interpretations as well as close level linguistic analysis of language and form and how they shape meaning.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

• Remembered Places: Study of non-fiction texts on Paris.

• Imagined Worlds: Study of fantasy genre, with focus on The Handmaid’s Tale.

• Poetic Voice: Study of the work of Seamus Heaney.

• Writing about Society: Re-creative writing and analytical commentary based on Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer.

• Dramatic Conflict: Analysis of A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams.

• Making Connections: Coursework module based on two texts of the student’s choosing.


Politics, law, history, sociology, film studies and religious studies.






A Level English language and literature can lead to careers in: social enterprise, marketing, public research, teaching, law, journalism amongst many others.

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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: A Level Film Studies

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A* - C) including English at grade 4 or above.


COURSE DESCRIPTION

The UK film industry is one of the biggest in the world, with £1.9bn being spent on feature film production in 2017. The UK is home to some of the world’s biggest movie franchises, including Star Wars, Harry Potter and James Bond as well as a thriving independent movie scene.

On this course you will uncover the secrets of the cinematic world; explore race relations in America; watch a western that breaks all the conventions of the genre and find out how to deal with a zombie invasion in north London! This is a course that celebrates the history of film, from the early days up to the 21st century.

You will get to work with professional cameras and editing equipment and benefit from an industry-trained media technician. Visits include the BFI London Film Festival, the BFI Library, the Into Film Festival and workshops and master classes will help sharpen your skills.

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• Hollywood 1930-1990

• Global cinema

• Experimental cinema

• American film

• British film


The course combines well with; media studies, English language, English literature, photography.




The vast majority of students will progress to the second year of the course and on to university, an apprenticeship or employment in the film industry.


• Film Journalist

• Film Industry Expert

• Social Media Content Writer

• Film Editor

• Film-maker


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FRENCHCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level French

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 grade in GCSE or Home language


COURSE DESCRIPTION

French is one of the core languages of world business and governments and is the official language of countries across several continents.

You will develop your oral skills [speaking and listening] through conversations and presentations and your ability to write and read French to a more sophisticated level.

You will study a novel and a film and consider the socio/cultural background to the stories and their impact as well as the construction and ideas in the texts themselves.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

Core content

1. Social issues and trends

2. Political and artistic culture

3. Grammar

Paper 1: Listening, reading, writing

Paper 2: Writing

Paper 3: Speaking


The course combines well with; English language, English literature, geography, government and politics, history, journalism, religious studies, sociology and spanish.


• This course will be assessed through exams.


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To progress onto Year 2 of the course students will be expected to reach a D grade at AS Level.

French can be studied at degree level on its own or part of a combination course e.g. Marketing and French, English and French, etc.


French is a highly sought after talent that can make all the difference in job applications to a wide range of careers.

I enjoy studying French, as I have a passion for languages. The study of languages is one that, more than most other subjects, requires a dynamic and positive classroom environment. This is certainly the case in my classroom. I feel supported and am progressing through the course.

I am now much further along in achieving my goal of learning to speak French. I’ve improved in many areas such as speaking, listening, and writing.

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GEOGRAPHYCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level Geography

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 5 (A* - B) including English and maths at grade 5 or above. If GCSE Geography has been taken this needs to be at a grade 5 or above or a science GCSE at grade 5.


COURSE DESCRIPTION

Geography matters! If you are interested in how our world has been created by the forces of nature and the human hand then studying geography will give you the skills to understand and analyse the key processes at work. For example: What are the real threats of climate change? How should aid be managed? What are the key issues relating to international migration? How are our coasts shaped and managed? These are just some of the highly topical issues you will explore in geography.

It’s well known that studying geography leads to a wealth of further study and career opportunities. This two year course combines both human and physical geography.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

In the first year, you will study;

• Tectonic processes and hazards

• Coastal landscapes and change

• Globalisation

• Regenerating places

• The water cycle and water insecurity

In your second year, you will take part in a field study trip and study modules in;

• The carbon cycle and energy security

• Superpowers

• Migration and identity


Geography combines well with courses from across our pathways, examples include: sociology, history, economics as well as maths and science-focused courses.


A Level Geography is assessed through a combination of external exams and coursework.


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In order to progress to the second year you will need to demonstrate good subject knowledge over the first year including passing a mock exam.

You can progress to higher education and study geography at degree level. Geography is classified as a ‘facilitating subject’ by the leading research universities group (Russell Group).

Geography also combines well with any social science and humanities subjects.


Geography graduates are highly employable since they have a wide range of knowledge, understanding and analytical skills that are vitally important to the modern workplace. They are particularly employable in fields including teaching, international relations, government, science and engineering.

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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: A Level History

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 5 (A*- B) or above including English at grade 5 and history (if taken) at grade 5.


HISTORY


COURSE DESCRIPTION

Success in A Level History involves extensive reading and the writing of many essays. Higher grades require demonstration of analytical and evaluative qualities combined with depth and detail of knowledge.

Students find the topics fascinating, especially as they give them an understanding of contemporary Britain and international politics.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

Over two years you will study:

Unit 1: Challenge & Transformation: Britain 1851-1964 which concerns the development of democracy in Britain, Irish Nationalism, the growth of political parties, the development of the welfare state, the effect of war on British society and the changing social and economic character of Britain.

Unit 2 Cold War 1945-1991 which concerns the origins of the Cold War in Europe and Asia, the nuclear arms race, changes to the Cold War and its eventual end.

Unit 3: Historical Investigation (coursework) which concerns the various controversies and issues surrounding the British Empire 1791-1914. Coursework involves independent research of historical interpretations and evaluation of sources and historians.


Whilst it works alongside a range of A levels, it is advisable to take A level Politics as the courses do complement each other.


• History A Level is a linear qualification. This means that a student will undertake two exams at the end of two years study on all of the material studied.

• A student will also undertake mock exams at appropriate times during the academic year.

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History is a fascinating subject and A Level History is recognised as a strong academic A Level by Russell Group universities, facilitating entry to all universities for a range of courses. It can lead to degree courses in all humanity and social science subjects as well as science (if complemented with A Level Science and Maths).


History is especially helpful in preparing students for careers in law, journalism, the civil service, teaching, management and business as it involves skills in organisation, evaluation, analysis, problem-solving and research.

I enjoy my courses very much as I feel they are tailored to suit my personality and interests. Each lesson is interesting and challenging but overcoming the challenge is very rewarding.

It is my intention to go to university and study history. After that I want to go into the world of politics so that I can improve people’s lives and standards of living. Monoux gives you the opportunity to meet people from all walks of life and all of which have a different and interesting story to tell. The quality of teaching and support is brilliant.

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COURSE INFORMATIONQualification: A Level Politics

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 5 (A* - B) including English at grade 5 and one additional essay based subject at grade 5


POLITICS

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Success in A Level Politics involves extensive reading and the writing of many essays. Higher grades require demonstration of analytical and evaluative qualities combined with depth and detail of knowledge.

Politics naturally involves awareness and understanding of current affairs so successful students need to engage with these topics by watching the news, reading newspapers and generally engaging with political, social and (to some extent) economic change in the UK and the world today.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

Politics A Level involves three units over two years.

Unit 1 concerns political participation in the UK (democracy and participation, electoral systems and general elections, voting behaviour and the media and, finally, political parties) and core ideologies (liberalism, conservatism and socialism).

Unit 2 concerns the structure and ideas of UK government (the constitution, the prime minister and the executive, parliament and, finally, the relationship between the branches of government with reference to the Supreme Court and the EU) and a non-core ideology (nationalism).

Unit 3 undertaken in the second year, concerns global politics (for example, the UN, humanitarian intervention, the EU and globalisation).


A Level Politics combines well with many other courses. History and sociology A Levels are particularly complementary.


• Politics A Level is now a linear qualification. This means that the student will undertake three exams at the end of two years study on all of the material studied. There is an exam of 2.5 hours for each of the units; there is no coursework.


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Politics is a fascinating subject and A Level Government and Politics is recognised as a strong academic A Level by Russell Group universities, facilitating entry to all universities for a range of courses. It can lead to degree courses in all humanity and social science subjects as well as science (if complemented with A Level Science and Maths).


Politics is especially helpful in preparing students for careers in law, journalism, the civil service, teaching, management and business as it involves skills in organisation, evaluation, analysis, problem-solving and research.

I chose Monoux College because the modules from my subject interested me. Also with how far away I live, the 10am start makes sure I have time to come in earlier to do work.

I enjoy learning about politics. It has helped me understand what’s politically happening in the UK. I like the flip-leaning strategy as it allows me to develop my own learning skills.

I plan to go to university to study history. Afterwards I will be working to get into the book publishing industry, where my current A Levels will help me gain wide knowledge for novels I’m interested.

The teachers are incredibly helpful and understanding.

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RELIGIOUS STUDIESCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level Religious Studies

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grades 9 - 5 (A* - B) including English at grade 5 and one additional essay based subject at grade 5


COURSE DESCRIPTION

Religious Studies explores both the philosophy behind religion and a comparison of different religious systems and ethics. It views how religions develop and what impact their ethical guidelines have on society.

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Component 1: Philosophy of religion and ethics

Component 2: Study of religion and dialogues choosing a specific specialism: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, or Judaism [the options are subject to uptake from students].


The course combines well with A Levels in particular humanities subjects such as sociology, politics, English literature, English language and literature, English language and film studies.


• A Level Religious Studies will be assessed through exams at the end of Year 2.


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To progress onto Year 2 of the course students will be expected to reach a D grade in the first year exams.

Religious Studies can be studied on its own but is often used as a compliment to other courses such as philosophy and anthropology.


Religious Studies is an adaptable course that develops analytical skills and historical knowledge that can be used in a huge range of careers in government and business organizations, as well as creative industries.

I picked Religious Studies because I love to debate about intricate and profound topics such as Euthanasia, God’s existence and Abortion. Religious Studies and philosophy has thought It enhanced my independent thinking skills as well as critical thinking because philosophy requires you to suspend your belief and disbelief while thinking. It asks you to avoid being too quick to jump to conclusions, especially the conclusions that you might think are intrinsically true. Personally it made me more open-minded. It also matured my relationships with different types of individuals by encouraging new ways of thinking other than my own.

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SOCIOLOGYCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level Sociology

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A*- C) including English at grade 5


COURSE DESCRIPTION

Sociology is a Social Science in which you will learn skills and subject knowledge relevant for a wide range of occupations linked to social and political issues.

There are unique enrichment opportunities at Monoux College with ‘Journey to Justice’. You will learn how to campaign for social justice and take part in an active social movement on issues that you care about.

Skills and content include:

• Exploring individual identities in a social context.

• Investigating the role of digital social media in a globalised context.

• Evaluation of contrasting theoretical views on key sociological debates, such as inequality (racism, sexism, poverty and ageism).

• Examining and comparing social policies, such as Government policies on education.

• Analysis of different sociological research methods used for gathering evidence.

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• Socialisation

• Culture and identity

• Media

• Research methods

• Inequalities

• Globalisation and digital social media

• Key debates

• Education


The course combines well with politics, economics, history and English.


• This is a two year linear A Level in which everything is assessed by exams at the end of the course.

• There are 3 exams.


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Students that successfully complete the programme could progress onto sociology related apprenticeships or higher education in the following disciplines:

Degrees (BSc and BA)

• Sociology

• Anthropology

• Sociology and Law

• Sociology and Politics

• Sociology and Criminology

• Sociology and Accounting

Masters

• Human Rights

• Energy and Environmental change

• International Diplomacy (and many more)



• Government funded agencies such as The Economic and Social Research Council or The Equality and Human Rights Commission

• Pressure groups such as the Runnymede Trust (Anti-Racism)

• International relations

• Business management

• Social policy and welfare

• Education (teaching and management)

• Journalism

• Social work

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Spanish is one of the core languages of world business and governments and is the official language of countries across several continents.

You will develop your oral skills [speaking and listening] through conversations and presentations, and develop your ability to write and read Spanish to a more sophisticated level. You will study a novel and a film and consider the socio/cultural background to the stories and their impact as well as the construction and ideas in the texts themselves.

DISTINCTIVE MODULES

Core content

1. Social issues and trends

2. Political and artistic culture

3. Grammar

Paper 1: Listening, reading, writing

Paper 2: Writing

Paper 3: Speaking


The course combines well with; English language, English literature, geography, government and politics, history, journalism, religious studies, sociology and French.


• This course will be assessed through exams in the first and second year.

SPANISHCOURSE INFORMATION

Qualification: A Level Spanish

Level: 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 (A* - C) including Spanish at grade 5 (unless a native speaker)



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To progress onto Year 2 of the course students will be expected to reach a D grade at AS Level.

Spanish can be studied at degree Level on its own or part of a combination course e.g. Marketing and Spanish, English and Spanish, etc.


Spanish is a highly sought after talent that can make all the difference in job applications to a wide range of jobs.

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• We are easy to reach via bus, tube or train. Over 50 buses pass the college each hour.

• Bus routes 34, 97, 215 and 357 stop directly outside the College and pass through Walthamstow Central Station. Walthamstow Central is the closest tube station, only 15 minutes away on foot.

• Our closest rail stations are Blackhorse Road, Highams Park, St Jamesʼ Street, Walthamstow Central, Walthamstow Queens Road and Wood Street.

• There are plenty of free bicycle parking stands on our campus.


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