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Contents Page NoIntroduction 5Entry Requirements and Dates 6Application Procedure 7Sixth Form Curriculum 8Support and Guidance 9Subjects Availability 10Choosing your subjects 11Details of A Level courses 12Destinations of Recent Leavers 37Summary of Examination Results 38

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Sixth Form Information

04 | Welcome

Welcome to the Sixth Form at Cranbrook School

An “Outstanding” Sixth Form – Ofsted 2011

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Cranbrook enjoys a reputation as one of the leading Grammar Schools in the country with a

broad focus on Scholarship, Fellowship and Leadership. We believe that all

our students have gifts and talent, and we will work together to develop these to the full.

Academic study is central to life in the Cranbrook Sixth Form. Scholarship, determination and

hard work are promoted in all subjects. We have the highest expectations of our Sixth Formers

as we look to prepare them for success in the professional world. But learning here is also

relaxed, enjoyable and fun. Teachers will always look to promote knowledge and understanding

that takes the students beyond the confines of the examination specification. There is a brisk

pace of learning where our students take on increasing responsibility for their work. They have

to be ambitious, self-motivated and organised. When they leave, they will be prepared for the

independent study required at university.

We have a large Sixth Form of about 360 students. Our pastoral system ensures that students

always have someone, whom they know well, to turn to for both academic and personal support.

Students receive advice about UCAS and Oxbridge entry and together with careers guidance,

allows students to make an educated choice about their future before they leave Cranbrook.

Cranbrookians are interesting people who enjoy a variety of cultural experiences alongside their

academic pursuits. Sport, Music, Drama, charity, Amnesty International, Duke of Edinburgh, CCF,

Classics, Debating Society and overseas travel are just a few of the wide ranging extra-curricular

opportunities available at Cranbrook. Sixth Formers are also trusted with numerous leadership

roles in many areas of school life, from running clubs and societies to being an academic mentor

to younger students. We hope that, in becoming well-cultured scholars and potential leaders of

the future, all our students will, at the same time, grow into caring, independent young adults

with a strong sense of moral and social responsibility.

Sixth Form should be one of the most exciting times of your life; you will certainly not be

disappointed if you join us at Cranbrook!

If you want advice or further information not provided in this booklet, please contact our Heads

of Departments or the Sixth Form Office – we will be happy to help.

From Robbie Ferguson, Assistant Headteacher, Sixth Form

06 | Entry Requirements

Please see the school website for the full entry criteria, including the catchment area for day students.

Applications for entry to the Cranbrook Sixth Form are invited from both internal and external candidates. The minimum entry requirements are set out below; Students should be aware that in practice, most students entering the Sixth Form have far higher grades at GCSE and the character of the Sixth Form reflects this.

Important DateS For appLIcantS:• Year 11 Parents Evening: Thursday 9th January 2014• Application Deadline: Wednesday 11th December 2013 • Conditional Offers: January 2014• Contact us with your GCSE results to secure placeFriday 21st August 2014

*Applications to join Cranbrook Sixth Form should be made via the website www.kentchoices4u.com and using the application form enclose

EntrY rEquirEmEntS• Students must be 16 years of age by 31st August of year of entry into Year 12.• Students must have a minimum of 7 B grades to qualify or• A minimum of 11 points, where A*=4 points, A=3 points, B= 1 point and a minimum of 5 passes at B or above.• Other qualifications will be considered appropriately. For example, we recognise that iGCSE is at a slightly higher level than GCSE and this will be taken into account.• Unless specified in the subject descriptions, to study an A-level subject a student must have a minimum of a B grade at GCSE in that subject. However, there is a large jump from GCSE level study to AS level. As such, students who achieve a B grade at GCSE often find the AS level difficult. We encourage students to aim for at least an A grade in the GCSE. The second set of entry criteria above is there to encourage students to aim high at GCSE, preparing them in the best way possible for their A-level studies. Although vocational qualifications are recognised, they are not considered to be good preparation for academic A-levels.• All students will study 4 AS levels unless they have 7 A* or more at GCSE in which case they might wish to study 5 AS levels. The only exception is Further Maths which can be studied with 4 other AS levels.• Those who achieve high grades in their AS examinations may continue with 4 A2 subjects in Year 13.• If you are intending to study a subject at AS Level that you have not studied at GCSE Level, you will be expected to demonstrate your ability in other relevant subjects.

Entry Requirements

For InternaL appLIcantS• Following your mock examinations and completion of subject reports, you will have the opportunity to discuss your AS subjects with your tutor during the autumn term of Year 11 and with the Sixth Form Team as necessary thereafter. Further discussion can take place at Year 11 parents evening.• You should complete an online application via www.kentchoices4u.com. Deadline for applications is Wednesday 11th December 2013. If you have any problems with the process then please call the school on 01580 711804. We also suggest that you send in the shortened paper version supplied with this pack.• The subject blocks will be constructed by the end of February 2014 and students will be told which of their choices they are able to study (pending GCSE results)• Students have a right to Governors Review and Statutory Appeal if they fail to gain a place in 6th Form

For externaL appLIcantS • We welcome all new students into the Sixth Form. Our new students play an important role both within the Sixth Form and the school as a whole.• You should complete an online application via www.kentchoices4u.com. Deadline for applications is Wednesday 11th December 2013. If you have any problems with the process then please call the school on 01580 711804. We also suggest that you send in the shortened paper version supplied with this pack. If your child is not already a student at any other school in the Kent area, please contact KCC for an unlock code in which to access the website on 01622 696377. • A reference will be requested from your current school and you will then be offered an interview with a senior member of staff. YEAr 13 StuDEntS• For entry into Year 13, students need to achieve a minimum of 3 E passes in their AS studies. As with GCSE to AS, there is another jump of difficulty when moving from AS to A2. Students will therefore struggle to pass an A-level if they only achieve an E grade at AS.

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Application Procedure

08 | Sixth Form Curriculum

One of the key aims in the Sixth Form is to develop students as independent and lifelong learners, carefully managing the transition from the highly structured nature of Year 11 in preparation for higher education and beyond. They will be heavily supported by Sarah Roller, Senior Year 12 Tutor. In the Sixth Form, students will have non-contact study periods alongside taught lessons. Students are expected to use study periods constructively and wisely to support their academic studies. Much of this work will be self-directed and involve wider-reading and additional note-taking that are essential at this level of study. The Sixth Form Centre, Library and IT rooms are all available for private study. Students will be expected to devote around five hours of self-directed study to each of their AS subjects outside of the classroom each week. ACADEmiC PrOGrAmmEYEAr 12 - All students will study 4 AS levels, unless they have 7 A* or more at GCSE, in which case they might wish to study 5. The only exception is Further Maths which can be studied with 4 other AS levels.Nearly all A Level courses are made up of 4 modules: the first two taken in Year 12 lead to the AS qualification. The next two (known as A2 modules) are taken in Year 13 and combine with the AS Level to produce the full A Level.YEAr 13 - Three A2 subjects which are selected from the AS Levels taken in Year 12. tutOriAl PrOGrAmmEStudents will join a tutor group of approximately 25 students. Academic progress is monitored carefully and student tutors will also be closely involved in the preparation of UCAS application or employment.

SIxth Form DIrecteD tImeStudents have the opportunity to receive some more individual academic tutorials. This can be used by those who need a bit of extra help or by those needing to be stretched and challenged. SPOrt AnD fitnESS PrOGrAmmEThe School has an excellent record in sport, boasting a major fixtures programme, and many students excel at school level and beyond. As well as the major team games of Rugby, Netball, Hockey and Cricket, many other sports are popular. These include Athletics, Basketball, Swimming, Tennis and Rounders. Students can opt in or out. EnriChmEnt PrOGrAmmEThe Enrichment Programme is designed to broaden a student’s mind and give them opportunities to develop their interests outside of the core curriculum. This includes options such as Astronomy GCSE and Sports Leadership, and Psychology. We also run a series of lectures whereby students hear guest speakers talk on a wide range of subjects which in the past have included cults, creationism and leadership skills. This programme runs alongside the Extended Project Qualification, which is taken in Year 13 and helps facilitate the maturity of our students into reflective and independent learners through creativity, initiative and enterprise.

OPPOrtunitiES fOr lEADErShiPAt Cranbrook, the Sixth Form is very much part of the School and not a separate body within it. As such, the Sixth Form play a highly significant role in the day-to-day running of the School. Many take up House leadership roles or head Cranbrook’s numerous clubs, societies and sports teams in their final years. Some also sit on the internal school council which helps determine present-day and future policies.

Sixth Form Curriculum

PAStOrAl SuPPOrtIt is the responsibility of the form tutor to monitor academic progress and the general welfare of the student. The form tutor provides the regular daily contact with the students and is the first port of call for parents/carers.. It is usually the form tutor that will draft the reference for a university application. ExtrA-CurriCulAr ACtivitiESThe School has a long tradition of providing an impressive and varied extra-curricular programme and all members of the Sixth Form are encouraged to participate.There are regular school concerts and drama productions as well as a wide range of orchestras, ensembles, bands and choirs. For many years, groups have been involved in an exchange to India and an expedition to Tanzania to carry our charity projects in local schools. The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme and the CCF give students the challenge of assuming responsibility and working as part of a team.There are numerous other activities including Young Enterprise, Debating society and the prestigious Bank of England/Times Target 2.0 Interest Rate Challenge.

CArEErS GuiDAnCE AnD uCAS appLIcatIonSInformation on careers education, advice and guidance including apprenticeships and work related learning comes under the umbrella of Futures at Cranbrook School. We have great success in helping students make the right choices and securing places at top universities.Each student receives advice about university visits, websites and the intricacies of admissions from a number of teachers and our Careers Office. Careers’ evenings are held throughout the year..On a one to one basis and across the whole year group we work hard to prepare every student for university interviews and writing the personal statement.The application process begins in the summer term of Year 12 and there is a strong emphasis on students making early applications; the majority of students will submit their forms by the end of October of Year 13. OxbriDGECambridge and Oxford are aspirational targets for many and Cranbrook supports these aspirations. In 2012, 14 students successfully gained an Oxbridge place. • AS grades – 3 or 4 grades averaging 95% or more in each module• GCSE grades – at least 6A*• Interview – ability to engage in interesting dialogue or work in subject area of choice• Personal statement – demonstration of independence of thought, motivation, passion, self-instigated personal development• School Reference

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Support and Guidance

10 | Subject Availability

The following table shows the subjects available at Cranbrook. We have a partnership with the High Weald Academy, which allows you to take one subject at that school, subject to availability. The general entry criterion for most subjects is a B grade in that subject at GCSE. Please look on the subject pages for other requirements or variations from this. Art and Design - fine Art history of Art - Critical and contextual biologybusiness Studies* Chemistry Classical Civilisation Economics* English language English literature French Geography Government and Politics history - Early modern*history - later modern* latinmathematicsmathematics - further mathsmusic Performing ArtsPhilosophy and EthicsPhysical EducationPhysicsSpanishtechnology (food or Product Design)

*It is not possible to do the following combinations: History (Early Modern) with history (Later Modern)Economics with Business Studies

Subject availability

the general rule of thumb is: Do the subjects that you enjoy most and that you are good at. Too many students (or their parents!) choose the career first and then the subjects. It is true that you should be looking at careers and what is required to move into them, but if you hate Biology you will not enjoy being a medic! Doing the subjects you love will mean that you will work hard at them and this should lead towards a career you enjoy. Once again, ask yourself some questions:

What are my strengths?The standards at A Level are a significant jump up from GCSE, and so it is important to identify the subjects you are good at. What are your current strengths? Are you better at more practical subjects, or those that involve more theory? Is coursework one of your strengths? Are you good at subjects that are more essay based? Think about your strengths, and look carefully at the subject details.

What subjects do i most enjoy?If you enjoy a subject now, then that is usually a good guide to whether you will enjoy it at A Level, even though GCSE and A Level may be rather different. You will have to study your subjects for at least one year and in most cases for two years, and so it is vital that you choose subjects you will enjoy or can at least live with. A word of warning: ignore the teacher factor - is it the subject you enjoy, or is it just that you get on well with your current teacher?

Do the subjects i have chosen go well together?There are some subjects that support each other well. If you are doing a science, particularly physics, then mathematics supports this well and vice-versa. Similarly, many of the humanities support each other and both Mathematics and English support Economics. Don’t be afraid of doing a mixture. The addition of a creative subject or a language adds breadth to the programme, which is to be encouraged. Talk to the subject specialists to find out more about A-level combinations.

how can i keep my options open?The school constructs the option blocks after Subject choices are made. This allows for more flexibility and for the majority of students to be allocated their desired combination. However, it may not be possible to timetable the desired combination in which case a reserve choice will be used. Details of A level coursesThe following subject information overviews have been compiled by staff responsible for the A Level courses being offered in our Sixth Form. Very occasionally we cannot run a course if there are not enough students to make it viable.

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Choosing your subjects

12 | Art and Design - Fine Art AS/A2

Art and Design - Fine Art AS/A2title of Specification: GCE:Fine ArtExam board: EdexcelCourse number: 8FA01 & 9FA01head of Department: Mrs B Downing downingb@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnThe main purpose in any Art course is to develop your ability to analyse the visual world. The Sixth From Art and Design course at Cranbrook is a broad visual education leading to an academic qualification. It could be that an Art A Level will be just part of your wider sixth form education, or it might lead you to an Art based career.Art is a way of investigating the culture that surrounds us so at A Level, as contemporary art becomes increasingly important, students’ own work gets bigger, more personal and more ambitious.Students keep a work journal, a combination of sketchbook and record of knowledge and ideas, i.e. coursework. Like GCSE, A Level Coursework combines Visual Research (first drawings), Contextual Studies (Critical/ Historical or artist studies), Development (what you do with the first two) and a Response.The major difference from GCSE is the range of materials and techniques students use for drawing (at A Level grandly called visual research), and the use of life drawings. These are intensive periods of work always taught by someone else. Students have someone new to learn from, new techniques and ideas to feed into coursework and the material that many will need for art school applications.Studying other artists, what they were doing and how they solved the same problems as us, underpins all art at

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOn GCSE Art grade B Course units AS Art Unit 1: Thematic Study Unit 2: Externally Set Assignment A2 Art Unit 3: Personal Portfolio Unit 4: Externally Set Assignment

Cranbrook. Unit 4 demands some ‘sustained writing’ but students make an ‘art study’ with visual research and analysis for each unit. They must also have first-hand knowledge and undertake primary research, spending time visiting galleries and museums.Students are expected to think widely when they develop their ideas. Consequently the final pieces will be more personal, taking them into unexpected ways of making and having a greater relevance to the world outside the art room.

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShYou could take this course with other advanced level courses such as Critical and Contextual Art to prepare for higher education in areas of Art and Design, Photography, Architecture or more general higher education courses.The normal progression for career art students is to follow a one year Foundation course within their home county before applying for a three year degree course at the college of their choice anywhere in the UK. The list of possible careers is endless, according to recent government statistics Art graduates make up the second largest identifiable industry in the country.

title of Specification: GCE:Critical and Contextual Studies (History of Art )Exam board: EdexcelCourse number: 8CC01 & 9CC01head of Department: Mrs B Downingdowningb@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnThe History of Art examines changing values in all fields of visual culture, including painting, sculpture, graphics, photography, architecture, film, the mass media, and forms of popular expression. It emphasises visual as well as verbal and written literacy. We study Art from the Renaissance to Impressionism, Pop Art through to current, contemporary practise. Students produce a series of sketch book, essays and personal studies. They also take part in presentations of their work They must present a ‘personal portfolio’ and take an externally set assignment of 8 hours to produce their final presentation.Students develop their ideas through sustained and focused investigations informed by contextual and other sources, demonstrating analytical and critical understanding. They experiment with appropriate resources, media, materials, techniques and processes, reviewing and refining their ideas as their work develops. Students need to present a personal, informed and meaningful response demonstrating critical understanding, realising intentions and, where appropriate, making connections between visual, oral or other Elements. Gallery visits are an integral part of the course. Current AS students have recently been to London and Paris. It is not expected that you will have any prior experience but an enjoyment of looking at Art and Artefacts.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGCSE Art grade BCourse unitsAt ASPainting: French Painting 1860-1900 Impressionism, Post-Impressionism and Symbolism. Painting 1945-1970Fauvism, Cubism, Futurism, Northern Expressionism. Early Renaissance Painting 1400-1500.Architecture: Renaissance Architecture 1400-1500.Unit 1: Unit 1Unit 2: Unit 2 - externally set assignmentsin A2 (year 13)Painting: Painting 1945-1970Abstract Expressionism, Pop ArtNeo Dada, The Independent Group, Painting at the Royal College Late American Pop Graphics 1945-1970Architecture: 1945-1970.Unit 3: Unit 1Unit 4: Unit 2 - externally set assignments WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShA number of students continue with History of Art and read History of Art at University. Students also use it as one of their A Levels to study for qualifications as wide ranging as Law, Anthropology and Astronomy!

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History of Art - Critical and Contextual AS/A2

14 | Biology AS/A22

Biology AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: BiologyExam board: OCRCourse number: H021 & H421head of Department: Mr T Gunn gunnt@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk

COurSE DESCriPtiOnThe aims of these specifications are to encourage candidates to:• Develop their interest in and enthusiasm for biology, including developing an interest in further study and careers in biology.• Appreciate how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society.• Develop and demonstrate a deeper appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of How Science Works.• Develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of biology and how they relate to each other.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnAt least a B in GCSE Biology or AA in double award science.Course unitsAS biology Unit 1: Cells, Exchange and TransportUnit 2: Molecules, Biodiversity, Food and HealthUnit 3: Practical Skills In Biology 1A2 biologyUnit 4: Communication, Homeostasis and EnergyUnit 5: Control, Genomes and EnvironmentUnit 6: Practical Skills in Biology 2

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShMany students go on to study biology at higher education institutions. The range of biological subjects is vast but includes; medicine and its related fields, vet science, agriculture, the environment, applied genetics, biochemistry and ecology. It also sits well alongside other science subjects and has, perhaps, a more human face so can dovetail with arts subjects as well.

Business Studies AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: Business StudiesExam board: EdexcelCourse number: 9BS01head of Department: Mr S Howard howards@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnThe qualification is built around a core unit with an enterprise theme, to enable students to think of a new business idea and how they might research and develop it. Students will think about how their learning applies to their own business idea.The qualification will introduce students to international business, equipping them either to work in or to manage a business in an international context.Unit 1: Developing New Business IdeasThe first unit covers the characteristics students would need to develop to be successful in business and how new or existing businesses generate their product or service ideas and test them through market research. Students should also consider the competition in the market; the economic climate; how the business might be financed and how much revenue the idea might generate.Unit 2a: Managing the BusinessThis unit covers key activities which students may be involved in if they were to set up and/or manage a business whether small, medium-sized or large. It also introduces students to some basic management tools and models which will be developed in the A2 qualifications.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnNone, but a good level of IT skills is required.Course unitsAS business studiesUnit 1: Developing new business ideas.Unit 2: Managing the businessA2 business studiesUnit 3: International BusinessUnit 4a: Making Business Decisions

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShYou could take this course to complement other advanced level courses or to prepare for higher education in areas of Business Studies, Marketing, Accounting or more general higher education courses. With further training, you could go into a job related to Business Studies, Marketing, Finance and Accounting, Human Resources and Public Relations.You could also go straight into a job as the A Level GCE is a recognised qualification that would support a trainee management course within a company and help you develop the skills, understanding and experience to work towards management level.

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16 | Chemistry AS/A2

Chemistry AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: ChemistryExam board: OCR (B) Course number: H035head of Department: Mrs R TonkinTonkinR@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnAt Cranbrook we teach the Salters’ Chemistry course. This is a “context-led” approach to learning rather than the traditional “topic-led” approach. Chemical concepts are introduced within a relevant Chemical Storyline, the course being written as a series of teaching modules based on contemporary issues in chemistry. This method allows the topics to be continually reinforced throughout all teaching modules. We believe that this style of teaching produces capable chemists that are logical and are able to apply their understanding better to unfamiliar situations. Practical work is at the heart of the A’ level course and candidates should expect to spend a significant amount of their time completing experiments.

the storylines are:AS: Elements of Life (EL), Developing Fuels (DF), Elements from the Sea (ES), The Atmosphere(A) and Polymer Revolution (PR).A2: What’s in a Medicine (WM), Materials Revolution (MR), The Thread of Life (TL), The Steel Story (SS), Agriculture and Industry (AI), Colour by Design (CD), The Oceans (O) and Medicines by Design (MD).

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnAt least a B in GCSE Chemistry or AA in double award science.Course unitsAS Chemistry (studied in year 12)Unit 1: Chemistry for Life (EL, DF)Unit 2: Chemistry of Natural Resources (ES, A, PR)Unit 3: Chemistry in Practice (Practical skills assessment)A2 Chemistry (studied in year 13)Unit 4: Chemistry of Materials (WM, MR, TL, SS)Unit 5: Chemistry by Design (AI, CD, O, MD)Unit 6: Coursework (Individual Investigation) WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShThe course will also help you to develop the basic skills, understanding and knowledge that many employers across lots of industries are looking for. A good chemist is analytical, organised, methodical and good at problem-solving. These skills are desired across a broad range of disciplines and chemists are sought after in the world of finance, law and in management consultancy firms.Chemistry is often essential for a number of degree courses including medicine and dentistry, or for courses related to chemistry like physiotherapy, pharmacology and geology.Chemistry complements a number of other subjects including biology, physics, mathematics and geography.

Classical Civilisation AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: Classical CivilisationExam board: OCRCourse number: H441head of Department: Mrs D Fairey faireyd@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk

COurSE DESCriPtiOnStudents learn about the ancient world through its literature. The Greek Tragedy in its Context module explores society and its values as well as religion through the study of four plays written by the great 5th century BC tragedians Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides. The child murderer Medea, the husband murderer Clytemnestra and the suicidal Ajax are some of the characters students study for this module. Homer’s Odyssey and Society takes us back to the 7th century BC and earlier, examining society and values through the study of Homer’s great epic poem The Odyssey that describes events following the Trojan war as Odysseus tries to get home to his wife and son and the problem he has to deal with on his return. The texts for both modules are read through, explained and discussed in the classroom. Characters and plot are explored as well as relevant cultural or historical information. This is a popular AS choice usually studied by 30 or more students. There is a very high retention level to A2, during which students study two further modules: Comic Drama in the Ancient World and Virgil and the World of the Hero.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnB in GCSE English LiteratureCourse unitsAS Classical Civilisation (studied in year 12)Unit 1: The Greek Tragedy in its ContextUnit 2: Homer’s Odyssey and SocietyA2 Classical CivilisationUnit 3: Comic Drama in the Ancient WorldUnit 4: Virgil and the World of the Hero. WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShStudents regularly continue their Classical studies at University. This can be a literature based degree or ancient history or archaeology. Classical subjects are recognised for the breadth of skills they develop. A quote from Reading University’s website states that: Classics graduates are trained in clear thinking, research skills, diligence, independence, adaptability and the ability to understand people and situations in the world at large. As such, they are eagerly sought after by employers.

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18 | Economics AS/A2

Economics AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: EconomicsExam board: EdexcelCourse number: 9EC01head of Department: Mr S. Howard howards@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnUNIT 1: Competitive Market - this module provides an introduction to the nature of economics and examines how the price mechanism allocates resources in markets. It analyses the nature of market failure, its causes and possible policy remedies. At the end of this unit, students should be able to apply supply and demand analysis to real world situations; to understand why markets might not allocate resources efficiently and the methods of dealing with market failure, together with an evaluation of effectiveness.UNIT 2: Managing the Economy - provides an introduction to the key measures of economic performance and the main objectives and instruments of economic policy. Students should be able to use a basic Aggregate Demand/Aggregate Supply model to understand why demand and/or supply side policies may be seen as appropriate ways of managing an economy; predict the possible impact of such policies and to recognise the assumptions involved; argue for different approaches and identify criteria for success.UNIT 3: Business Economics and Economic Efficiency - develops the content of Unit 1 and examines how the pricing and nature of competition between firms is affected by the number and size of market participants. At the end of this unit, you should be able to analyse the pricing and output decisions of firms in difference contexts. You should also be capable of making an appraisal of government intervention aimed at promoting competitive markets. Where appropriate, you should be

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnB grades in GCSE Maths and EnglishCourse unitsAS EconomicsUnit 1: Competitive MarketUnit 2: Managing the EconomyA2 EconomicsUnit 3: Business Economics and Economic EfficiencyUnit 4: The Global Economy

able to relate the theoretical framework to real work examples.UNIT 4: The Global Economy - develops the knowledge and skills gained in Unit 2 so that it can be applied in a Global context. The application, analysis and evaluation of economic models is required as well as an ability to assess policies which might be used to deal with economic problems. An awareness of trends and developments in the global economy over the last ten years is required.

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShThis course could lead onto higher education in areas of Economics, Business Studies, Accounting, Marketing or more general higher education courses. With further training, you could go into a job related to Economics, Business, Marketing, Finance and Accounting, Human Resources and Public Relations. You could also go straight into a job as the GCE is a recognised qualification that could help you do a trainee management course within a company to gain the skills, understanding and experience that they require so you can progress to working at management level.

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English Language AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: English LanguageExam board: EdexcelCourse number: 2647head of Department: Mrs T. Dickens dickens@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnThe course teaches you about how language is used, looking at how we build up units of language from words to sentences to texts. It also helps you to develop your own language skills, both spoken and written.UNIT 1 Examination - Language TodayUNIT 1 involves studying different types of language which we use today. You will learn to analyse how the way people use language reflects their identity and how we use different types of language in different situations. We study the three modes of modern English, spoken, written and electronic.UNIT 2 Coursework - Exploring the Writing ProcessYou will learn how to use different types of writing for different purposes. This will develop your ability to write effectively. The coursework folder of 3,500 words involves you writing a text for a reading audience and a text for a listening audience. You then have to write a commentary of 500 words for each piece of coursework explaining in language terms what you have written and why. So you learn useful skills about writing and speaking which can be used in other subjects and in life generally. Students get really involved in this aspect of the course, and most of them get A grades on the coursework.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGrade B English Language GCSECourse unitsAS English languageUnit 1: Language todayUnit 2: Coursework - Exploring the Writing ProcessA2 English languageUnit 3: Language Diversity and Children’s Language DevelopmentUnit 4: Coursework project

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShAn A Level in English Language can lead to a Higher Education course in this or many other related subjects, or to any career which demands good, precise communication skills and an analytical understanding of English and language in general. Examples of such careers might include Speech Therapy, Management, Teaching, Law, Journalism, Media work or Accountancy.All employers will appreciate the ability to understand complex texts, to organise material and structure documents and thoughts, and will value employees who can express themselves fluently and with confidence, as well as write effectively.

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English Literature AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: English LiteratureExam board: OCRCourse number: H071head of Department: Mrs T. Dickens dickens@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnCandidates will be required to show knowledge and understanding of a minimum of six literary texts across at least two of the genres of poetry, prose and drama. They will study the work of one author published between 1800 - 1945 and at least one work first published or performed after 1990.unit 1 Poetry and Prose 1800 – 1945. Frankenstein Mary Shelley, or Mrs Dalloway Virginia WoolfPoetry of W B Yeats or Edward Thomasunit 2 literature post-1900 courseworktASK 1Close reading of a poem by Philip Larkin, Ted Hughes or Sylvia Plath. TASK 2An essay on linked texts.Either: Capt Corelli’s Mandolin and Translations or Revolutionary Road and Catcher in the Rye

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGrade B at GCSE Literature and LanguageCourse unitsAS English literatureUnit 1: Poetry and Prose 1800–1945Unit 2: Coursework - Literature post 1900A2 English literatureUnit 3: Drama and Poetry pre 1800 Unit 4: Texts in Time

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShGaining an A Level in English Literature will enhance not only your knowledge of the literary heritage but also provide you with excellent communication skills-both written and oral. You will be able to express your own ideas and opinions and to analyse and construct a persuasive argument. The study of English Literature will complement any future studies in the Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences and Law faculties at University. Those who study English at university can go on to careers in Media and Film, the Arts, Teaching, Journalism, Publishing, Information Technology and Business.

French AS/A2

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title of Specification: GCE: FrenchExam board: WJECCourse number: 2491head of Department: Miss I. Parey pareyi@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnThis course is suitable for candidates who have acquired the knowledge, understanding and skills specified for GCSE at Higher tier but can also be undertaken by candidates who have followed an alternative route to language study at this level. Candidates take two units for the Advanced Subsidiary GCE and then take a further two units to achieve the full Advanced GCE award.The AS/A level specification enables candidates to:Develop an understanding of spoken and written French beyond GCSE;Communicate effectively in French in a variety of registers;Develop knowledge of and critical insights into the culture, heritage and contemporary society of France or a French-speaking country.At AS, you will cover the following topics:(a) Leisure and Lifestyles, including travel and tourism, sport, hobbies, entertainment, customs, traditions, healthy living – health and nutrition, diet and exercise; unhealthy living - drugs, aids, smoking, alcohol, etc.(b) The Individual and Society, including relationships and responsibilities, gender issues, youth culture (values, peer groups, fashions and trends etc.), education, vocational training and future careers.At A2, you will cover the following topics:(c) Environmental Issues(d) Social and Political Issues(e) A book, film and region.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGCSE French grade BYear 12 Course unitsaS French Unit 1: Oral Unit 2: Listening, reading and writinga2 FrenchUnit 3: OralUnit 4: Listening, reading and writing

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShYou could take this course with other advanced level course or equivalent to prepare for higher education in French, Languages or more general higher education courses.With further training, you could go into a job related to French or Languages such as a Teacher, Translator, or you may wish to use your French to study or work over in France.

22 | Geography AS/A2

Geography AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: GeographyExam board: OCRCourse number: H083head of Department: Mr S. Penny pennys@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnThere has never been a better or more important time to study geography. With growing interest in issues such as climate change, migration, environmental degradation and social cohesion, geography is one of the most relevant courses you could choose to study.Whatever your passion for the world - fascination with landscapes or concerns about inequality - geography will provide you with knowledge and transferable skills that will reward you personally and advance you professionally.Geographers study the interaction between people and the places they inhabit. As such it is a relevant and flexible subject which integrates well with a variety of other subject areas and can usefully be combined with science, e.g. Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Biology; or arts, e.g. English, History and Modern Languages; and social sciences, eg. Economics. It allows the science specialist to develop important literacy skills and the arts specialist to develop important numeric and graphical skills. Top universities classify geography as an “effective preparation subject” for degree courses.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnSMinimum of a B at GCSE GeographyCourse UnitsAS GeographyUnit 1: Managing Physical EnvironmentsUnit 2: Managing Change in Human EnvironmentsA2 GeographyUnit 3: Global IssuesUnit 4: Geographical Skills

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShTop universities classify geography as an “effective preparation subject” for degree courses. Whether you want to study geography to degree level at University then be secure in the knowledge that Geography is a useful subject; it acts as both a Science and Art, and is accepted by Universities. It also recently scored very highly on a survey of British businesses, as a subject, which prepares students for the ‘World of Work!’Statistics show that compared with other subjects, Geographers are among the most employable. Many of those leaving university with a Geography degree enter three fields of employment: administration and management; marketing or financial work. This is presumably because Geographers possess the abilities and skills that employers look for. Michael Palin in 2011 commented that “A Level Geography students hold the key to the world’s problems.”The skills you use in your geographical studies make you of potential interest to a wide range of employers, not just teaching!

Government and Politics AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: Government & PoliticsExam board: EdexcelCourse number: 9GP01head of Department: Mr S. Youngmin youngmins@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnThe Government and Politics A Level has produced some outstanding results in recent years and the new AS/A2 courses provide a challenging programme for students who enjoy discussion and ideas.Politics is a challenging course, of intrinsic interest to anyone who reads the papers and follows current affairs. The Ideologies units are an eye-opening challenge to most students, forcing them to re-consider how they view society, the role of the state and the freedom of the individual. Politics fits very well with History; a knowledge of 19th and 20th century British and European history will clarify political issues and vice-versa. Candidates should be good essay writers, willing readers of the serious papers and political magazines and ready to discuss topics freely.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGCSE English grade BCourse unitsAS Government and Politics Unit 1: People and Politics Unit 2: Governing the UK A2 Government and Politics Unit 3: Introducing Political Ideologies Unit 4: Other Ideological Traditions

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShWith a GCE in Government and Politics, you can progress to higher education courses such as degrees in politics, international politics/relations and political science as well as to degrees in related subjects such as history, geography, economics and social policy. The study of politics can lead to a variety of careers within areas such as journalism and broadcasting, management, publishing, local government, public policy and policy research, interest groups, local government and the voluntary sector, as well as within politics itself.

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24 | History – Early Modern AS/A2

History – Early Modern AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: HistoryExam board: EdexcelCourse number: 9HI01head of Department: Mr S. Youngminyoungmins@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnIn the narrowest sense, History is not a vocational subject. Unless you wish to teach, to write history, to work as an archivist, journalist or museum curator, it is unlikely that your knowledge of the subject will ever provide your bread and butter. However, this is not to say that History is not a valuable, sometimes indispensable qualification for a far broader range of careers. It is difficult to imagine a successful lawyer, diplomat, civil servant or politician, who lacks a considerable understanding of the subject. Moreover, the logical thinking and ability to communicate ideas that a study of history develops are obviously relevant in all management or employment situations. And the critical, informed decision making required by the modern citizen is practised in virtually every history lesson.History is seen by many as the broadest subject on the humanities side, providing a natural combination with Economics, Politics, Languages, English, Geography and Art History. Yet combinations with Science and Mathematics A/AS Levels could be equally stimulating, providing a wonderful opportunity to apply the thinking skills of the former to historical enquiry into the feelings and situations of people in the past.If you’re curious about the past, enjoy reading, discussing ideas and coming to your own personal opinions, the study of History at a higher level may be for you.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnHistory GCSE grade BCourse unitsAS historyUnit 1: Henry VIIIUnit 2: Belief in Early Modern EuropeA2 historyUnit 3: Civil War EnglandUnit 4: Tudor Rebellions

EARLY MODERN HISTORYAt AS level the Early Modern course contains both English and European history elements centring on the period of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. In common with the Later Modern course there are two examined papers in the first year, followed by one examination and one coursework paper.

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShThe course will also help you develop the skills, understanding and knowledge that many employers across lots of industries are looking for.You could take this course to complement other advanced level courses or to prepare for higher education in History or related subjects such as English, American Studies, Politics, Archaeology or more general courses.With further training, you could go into a job related to history by seeking employment in areas of heritage such as working for a museum or within education such as a teacher.

History – Later Modern AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: HistoryExam board: EdexcelCourse number: 9HI01head of Department: Mr S. Youngmin COurSE DESCriPtiOnIn the narrowest sense, History is not a vocational subject. Unless you wish to teach, to write history, to work as an archivist, journalist or museum curator, it is unlikely that your knowledge of the subject will ever provide your bread and butter. However, this is not to say that History is not a valuable, sometimes indispensable qualification for a far broader range of careers. It is difficult to imagine a successful lawyer, diplomat, civil servant or politician, who lacks a considerable understanding of the subject. Moreover, the logical thinking and ability to communicate ideas that a study of history develops are obviously relevant in all management or employment situations. And the critical, informed decision making required by the modern citizen is practised in virtually every history lesson.History is seen by many as the broadest subject on the humanities side, providing a natural combination with Economics, Politics, Languages, English, Geography and Art History. Yet combinations with Science and Mathematics A/AS Levels could be equally stimulating, providing a wonderful opportunity to apply the thinking skills of the former to historical enquiry into the feelings and situations of people in the past.If you’re curious about the past, enjoy reading, discussing ideas and coming to your own personal opinions, the study of History at a higher level may be for you.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnHistory GCSE grade BCourse unitsAS historyUnit 1: Russia under Tsarism and CommunismUnit 2: Britain in an Age of WarA2 historyUnit 3: The Cold WarUnit 4: Civil Rights America

LATER MODERN HISTORYThe focus of the Later Modern course will examine the trials and tribulations of Britain and Europe as they moved forward into the twentieth century. In common with the Early Modern course there are two examined papers in the first year, followed by one examination and one coursework paper.

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShThe course will also help you develop the skills, understanding and knowledge that many employers across lots of industries are looking for.You could take this course to complement other advanced level courses or to prepare for higher education in History or related subjects such as English, American Studies, Politics, Archaeology or more general courses.With further training, you could go into a job related to history by seeking employment in areas of heritage such as working for a museum or within education such as a teacher.

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26 | Latin

Latintitle of Specification: GCE: LatinExam board: OCRCourse number: H039head of Department: Mrs D. Fairey faireyd@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnStudents study two modules in Year 12. The modules are split between language and set text, each carrying 50% of the marks. Language lessons involve practice of translating prose passages of unseen Latin and other work written by the prose set author. There is a vocabulary list for this module.To prepare for the set text paper, students study a prose text and a verse text. Lessons revolve around gaining an understanding of the content of the texts and responding to the content and the style and language of the author. The current verse text author is Ovid Amores Book 3 poems 2,4,5,14. Ovid was a very popular writer of Latin Love Elegy. The prose author and text is Cicero Verrine 2, selected sections. Cicero delivers a condemnation of the corrupt Governor of Sicily, Verres. Full of rhetorical flourishes as Cicero portrays Verres in a very bad light. Great for students who are thinking about Law. At A2 students study two modules: Latin Verse and Latin Prose. Each paper contains a mix of set text and language. The Latin Verse paper author and text is Virgil Aeneid Book 4 which tells the tragic story of Dido. The Latin Prose paper author is Tacitus and we read selections from Annals 15 which concerns the great fire of Rome during the reign of the Emperor Nero. Students working on set texts learn to write longer responses to literary style questions. Some lessons are dedicated each week to preparation for the language sections of the papers. Students learn how to translate

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGCSE Latin Grade A for full A level. Grade B for AS only.Course unitsAS latin (studied in year 12)Unit 1: LanguageUnit 2: Set TextA2 latinUnit 3: Latin VerseUnit 4: Latin Prose

a piece of unseen verse text as well as prose. The authors of the unseen passages are known beforehand so students can get used to their style of writing.

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShStudents regularly continue their Classical studies at University. This can be a literature based degree or ancient history or archaeology. Classical subjects are recognised for the breadth of skills they develop. A quote from Reading University’s website states that: Classics graduates are trained in clear thinking, research skills, diligence, independence, adaptability and the ability to understand people and situations in the world at large. As such, they are eagerly sought after by employers.

Mathematics - AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: MathematicsExam board: OCRCourse number: 7890head of Department: Mr A. R. Fairey faireya@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnMathematics is a popular subject for A level students at Cranbrook, but students also realise that Mathematics at this level is a demanding discipline. We study the OCR Mathematics A linear assessment course, which enables our students to take a broad combination of modules from the strands of Pure Mathematics, Mechanics, Statistics and Decision Mathematics. During the AS course students will study:Indices and surds; Polynomials; Coordinate geometry and graphs; Differentiation; Trigonometry; Sequences and series; Algebra; Integration; Representation of data; Probability; Discrete random variables and Bivariate data. Typically, between 70 and 80 students complete the AS course (3 modules) in Year 12 and a significant number then generally continue onto the A2 course (a further 3 modules) in Year 13. The additional modules studied for A2 Mathematics include topics on:Algebra and functions; Trigonometry; Differentiation and integration; Numerical methods; Algebra and graphs; Differentiation and integration; Differential equations; Vectors; Force as a vector; Equilibrium of a particle; Kinematics of motion in a straight line; Newton’s laws of motion and Linear momentum.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnA B grade from the higher tier GCSE Mathematics, although an A or A* grade is a much surer starting requirement. Students with only a B grade at GCSE Mathematics should consider very carefully before embarking on the AS Mathematics course as it would be a very difficult undertaking. To help with the transition from GCSE to AS the Mathematics department require that all potential AS Mathematics students study the bridging unit “Preparation for AS/A Mathematics Workbook” from Alpha Workbooks. The ISBN number for the workbook is 978 1 903406 43 4. This workbook must be completed before the AS course starts in September.Course unitsAS mathematics (studied in year 12)Module 1: Core Mathematics 1 (C1)Module 2: Core Mathematics 2 (C2)Module 3: Probability and Statistics 1 (S1)A2 mathematicsModule 4: Core Mathematics 3 (C3)Module 5: Core Mathematics 4 (C4)Module 6: Mechanics 1 (M1)

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShYou could use this course to support entry to higher education in areas of Mathematics, and related fields of study such as Electronics, Economics, Physics or other more general higher education courses.The course also helps you develop the skills, understanding and knowledge that many employers across lots of industries are looking for, especially in the economic and engineering sectors.

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28 | Further Mathematics - AS/A2

Further Mathematics - AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: Further MathematicsExam board: OCRCourse number: 7892head of Department: Mr A. R. Fairey faireya@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnNote that this course can only be taken in conjunction with the AS and A2 Mathematics courses.

The ablest of our student mathematicians work in accelerated classes on the AS and A2 Further Mathematics courses (9 or 12 modules).We follow the OCR Further Mathematics linear assessment course. In the AS Further Mathematics course we study:Algorithms; Graph theory; Networks; Linear programming; Game theory; Flows in a network; Matching and allocation problems; Critical path analysis; Dynamic programming; Summation of series; Mathematical induction; Roots of polynomial equations; Complex numbers and Matrices. In the second year of the Further Mathematics course the strands of Mechanics and Pure Mathematics are developed with additional modules in Mechanics 2 (M2), Mechanics 3 (M3) and Further Pure Mathematics 2 (FP2). The additional modules of Further Mathematics 3 (FP3) and Probability and Statistics 2 (S2) may also be studied to supplement the course if they of interest or they are a requirement for certain undergraduate courses. The A2 Further Mathematics course includes the following topics:Centre of mass; Equilibrium of a rigid body;

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnAn A or A* grade from the higher tier GCSE Mathematics. It would also be advantageous to have been in set 1 for Year 11 and to have studied the AQA IGCSE Further Mathematics course.Course unitsAS further mathematics (studied in year 12)Module 1: Decision Mathematics 1 (D1)Module 2: Decision Mathematics 2 (D2)Module 3: Further Pure Mathematics 1 (FP1) A2 further mathematicsModule 4: Mechanics 2 (M2)Module 5: Mechanics 3 (M3)Module 6: Further Pure Mathematics 2 (FP2) Motion of a projectile; Uniform motion in a circle; Coefficient of restitution and impulse; Energy, work and power; Equilibrium of rigid bodies in contact; Elastic strings and springs; Impulse and momentum in two dimensions; Motion in a vertical circle; Linear motion under a variable force; Simple harmonic motion; Rational functions and graphs; Polar coordinates; Hyperbolic functions; Differentiation and integration and Numerical methods. WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShYou could take this course with the Advanced GCE in Mathematics to support entry to higher education in areas of Mathematics, and related areas such as Electronics, Economics, Physics or more general higher education courses. This course is especially useful for undergraduate Mathematics or joint Mathematics courses.The course also helps you develop the skills, understanding and knowledge that many employers across lots of industries are looking for, especially in the economic and engineering sectors.

Music - AStitle of Specification: GCE: MusicExam board: AQACourse number: 2271head of Department: Mr S. Allan allanas@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnMusic plays a role in all our lives. All the world’s great thinkers throughout history have spoken of the intrinsic importance and value of music. The A Level Music Course provides for the study of Western Music in its widest sense, from the Baroque period to the present day. There are also opportunities for candidates to demonstrate imagination in their composition work and a wide range of musical styles (including the use of music technology) can be offered for the performance aspect of the course.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGrade 5 in an instrument plusGCSE Music Grade B or Grade 5 theoryCourse unitsAS musicUnit 1: MUSC1 Influences on MusicUnit 2: MUSC2 Composing: Creating Musical IdeasUnit 3: MUSC3 Performing: Interpreting Musical IdeasA2 musicUnit 4: MUSC4 Music in ContextUnit 5: MUSC5 Composing: Developing Musical IdeasUnit 6: MUSC6 Performing: A Musical Performance

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShStudying music at A level gives you the power to engage with music more deeply as a performer, composer and listener. There are many courses available at universities and conservatoires, from which music graduates enter a hugely diverse range of professions both in and out of the world of music and the creative arts. Possible careers in music include performing, composing and arranging, education and music therapy, music administration and management, music production and the wider creative industries.

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30 | Performing Arts - AS/A2

Performing Arts - AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: Performing ArtsExam board: OCRCourse number: H146head of Department: Stephen Allen allens@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnThe students study three units and each unit is equally weighted. Examination is made by coursework essay, portfolio, or by external Examiner. There is no written exam.UNIT 1: Investigating Performing Arts IndustriesThis has two parts; a 2000 word essay examining the operation of two distinct venues or companies. A presentation of a Job Role associated with one of the companies or venues covered.UNIT 2: Skills Development. A record of progress over the course of the year in Drama, Dance or Singing or a combination of disciplines. A Technical Skill may also be undertaken. A Baseline Assessment is made followed by three further assessments over two terms.UNIT 3: Professional Practice. The group assembles, and presents, a performance for an audience. A particular skill is offered which may be acting, dance, or singing or a combination if Musical Theatre is offered. Students can also offer a technical skill. A Working Notebook recording the process each student goes through, in order to achieve success in their particular role and contribution, is also submitted.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGCSE Drama or Music though not essential. A good grade in GCSE English would be an advantageCourse unitsAS Performing ArtsUnit 1: Investigating Performing Arts IndustriesUnit 2: Skills Development. Unit 3: Professional Practice. A2 Performing ArtsUnit 4: “Getting Work.”Unit 5: Exploring RepertoireUnit 6: Producing Your Showcase

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShStudents regularly continue their Performing Arts at University in Drama, Music, and Dance. Some candidates might select a course in combined Honours with another subject. Students with a background in Performing Arts are recognised for their skill and abilities in working as part of a team and for their creativity in developing projects.

Philosophy and Ethics - AStitle of Specification: GCE: Religious StudiesExam board: OCRCourse number: H172head of Department: Ms Toni J Pittpittt@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk

COurSE DESCriPtiOnAS GCE Philosophy and Ethics comprises of two units, one on Philosophy and one on Ethics. Each of these units is made up of a variety of smaller topics. There is no coursework for this subject; rather there is an examination paper for each unit. All units are equally weighted. In philosophy, we begin by looking at the Ancient Greek origins of the subject, paying particular attention to the works of Plato and Aristotle. We then go on to consider the various arguments for and against the existence of a deity, including the psychological and sociological works of Freud and Marx. At A2, this analyse focuses in more on religious experience, the problems of linguistics and the nature of the soul. Ethics allows us to focus on the some of the most pressing controversial issues of today’s society. After learning the main ethical theories of the likes of Kant, Bentham and Aquinas, we consider the morality of a wider variety of issues. At AS, the focus is largely on medical ethics (such as abortion, euthanasia, fertility treatments and genetic engineering), although a consideration of the use of violence and warfare is also included. At A2, the notion of meta-ethics, virtue, freewill and the conscience are introduced as influences on our principles. These are then used, in conjunction with the theories of AS Ethics, to evaluate whether

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGCSE Religious Studies grade B. A grade B or above in English would also be an advantage, although not a necessity. Course unitsAS Philosophy and EthicsUnit 1: Philosophy of Religion (Unit G571)Unit 2: Religious Ethics (Unit G572) A2 Philosophy and EthicsUnit 3: Philosophy of Religion (Unit G581) Unit 4: Religious Ethics (Unit G582)

or not we have a duty of care towards the environment, the ethical way to run a business, and finishing up by considering sexual ethics.

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShThis course has strong links with other subjects, such as History, English and Psychology. It also contains elements of Economics at A2. As such, by studying Philosophy and Ethics you are opening up a wide variety of subject options in further education. In fact, the Russell Group universities count this course as one of the most valuable GCE qualifications to have.In terms of the subject’s use for future careers, according to a recent Times article ‘Philosophy is, in commercial jargon, the ultimate “transferable work skill”’. Whilst this qualification is extremely useful in a wide range of careers, it is particularly well suited to professions such as medicine, law and education, as the skills it teaches you is the ability to critically analyse and evaluate sources, and argue to a logical conclusion, yet at the same time being tolerant and respectful towards the views of others.

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32 | Physical Education - AS

Physical Education - AS/A2title of Specification: A-level in Physical EducationExam board: Edexcelhead of Department: Mr T. Green greent@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnIn the first unit you will look at what constitutes a healthy and active lifestyle. You will also develop an understanding of how competitive sport developed over time and a lifelong involvement in sport can be encouraged. The unit is split between: “Healthy & Active Lifestyles” and “Opportunities & Pathways”. The AS also contains a coursework unit worth 50% of the AS. In this unit, you will develop your performance in two sports and can choose from three roles: performer, leader, official. There are 4 Coursework tasks:Task 2.1 - Personal Performance – Two sports as either: a performer, leader or official.Task 2.2 - Local Study - 1000 word research project.Task 2.3 - National Study - 1000 word research project.Task 2.4 - Performance Analysis of one sport The A2 is again split evenly between a theoretical unit and a coursework unit.In Unit 3, you will develop an undertaking of the short and long term physiological and psychological preparation made by elite athletes. For Unit 4, there are four coursework tasks as follows: Task 4.1- Development PlanTask 4.2- International Study- 1000 word research project.Task 4.3- Personal Performance- one sport as either: performer, leader or officialTask 4.4- Life Plan

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGCSE PE grade BCourse unitsAS Physical Education (studied in year 12)Unit 1: Participation in Sport & RecreationUnit 2: The Critical Sports Performer A2 Physical EducationUnit 3: Preparation for Optimum Sports PerformanceUnit 4: The Developing Sports Performer

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShThe results in these external examinations have been very good over the last few years, with PE students going on to study subjects such as Sports Science or Physiotherapy at university. Typically, Individuals who go on to study such a degree would do so with the intention to become a Physiotherapist, Physical Education Teacher or work with a professional sports team as a Sports Conditioning Coach, Sports Nutritionist or similar. As the world of professional sport is growing, the use of Sports Scientists is rapidly growing.

Physics - AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: Physics AExam board: AQACourse number: 2451head of Department: Mr A. Hills hillsa@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnA level physics is an exploration into the world about us at a fundamental level. The A Level builds on the interest and skills developed during the GCSE. There is quite an intellectual jump from GCSE to A-level, but one which is quite exciting and satisfying to make. In Unit 1 students venture into the field of Particle Physics and we start to provide a new dimension to their knowledge of the subject. Unit 2 provides a progression from GCSE and to develop topics already familiar to their students.

At A2, the two A2 theory units present a generally context-free approach to GCE level Physics, as at AS Level. We select the contexts and applications which bring the subject alive. The first unit of the A2 course, Unit 4, develops further the knowledge, understanding and applications of Mechanics and Fields. Unit 5 covers Nuclear and Thermal Physics in Section A and provides a choice of optional topics in Section B, from: Astrophysics, Medical Physics, Applied Physics, Turning Points in Physics.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnAt least a B in GCSE Physics or AA in double award science.Course unitsAS Physics (studied in year 12)Unit 1: Particles, Quantum Phenomena and ElectricityUnit 2: Mechanics, Materials and WavesUnit 3: Investigative and Practical SkillsA2 PhysicsUnit 4: Fields and Further MechanicsUnit 5: Nuclear and Thermal Physics plus an optional topicUnit 6: Investigative and Practical Skills

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShA Level Physics students are equipped with skills and knowledge that can transfer to a range of varied careers. You could choose to seek employment in engineering, medicine, forensics, sports science, geophysics, aeronautics, nanotechnology or research. If you intend to continue studying at university level, the Physics A Level can lead to a host of degree courses such as photonics, engineering, architecture, mathematics, actuarial science, computing, medicine and a large variety of science related courses. Physicists are also widely sought after in the financial world.

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34 | Spanish - AS/A2

Spanish - AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: SpanishExam board: WJECCourse number: 2779head of Department: Miss I. Parey pareyi@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk

COurSE DESCriPtiOnThis course is suitable for candidates who have acquired the knowledge, understanding and skills specified for GCSE at Higher tier but can also be undertaken by candidates who have followed an alternative route to language study at this level. Candidates take two units for the AS GCE and then take a further two units to achieve the full Advanced GCE Award.The AS specification enables candidates to:Develop an understanding of spoken and written Spanish beyond GCSE; communicate effectively in Spanish in a variety of registers; develop knowledge of and critical insights into the culture, heritage and contemporary society of Spain or a Spanish-speaking country.At AS, you will cover the following topics:(a) Leisure and Lifestyles, including travel and tourism, sport, hobbies, entertainment, customs, traditions, healthy living – health and nutrition, diet and exercise; unhealthy living - drugs, aids, smoking, alcohol, etc.(b) The Individual and Society, including relationships and responsibilities, gender issues, youth culture (values, peer groups, fashions and trends etc.), education, vocational training and future careers.At A2, you will cover the following topics:(c) Environmental Issues(d) Social and Political Issues(e) A book, film and region.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGCSE Spanish grade BCourse unitsaS SpanishUnit 1: OralUnit 2: Listening, Reading, Writinga2 SpanishUnit 3: OralUnit 4: Listening, Reading, Writing

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShYou could take this course with other advanced level course or equivalent to prepare for higher education in Spanish, Languages or more general higher education courses.With further training, you could go into a job requiring a knowledge of Spanish or Languages such as a Teacher, Translator, or you may wish to use your Spanish to study or work over in Spain.The course will also help you develop the skills, understanding and knowledge that many employers across lots of industries are looking for, especially in the travel and tourism sector.

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Technology (Food) - AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: Food technologyExam board: AQACourse number: 2218head of Department: Mrs P. Payne paynep@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk COurSE DESCriPtiOnAS Food Technology covers a wide area of study and encourages candidates to take a broad view of design technology, and food science and nutrition. The subject aims to develop a capacity to design and make products and to appreciate the complex relations between design, materials, manufacture and marketing.The AS involves 2 x assessments: a two hour examination and a design-and-make project. The work should be based upon practical work and will demonstrate a range of practical skills. The assessments are worth 50% each of total final grade.A2 Food Technology covers a wide area of study in greater detail and develops a more scientific approach to Food studies and a greater investigation into special diets and socio economic food planning and environmental issues. Again there are two assessments: a 2 hour examination and a design and make project with heavy emphasis on practical work. As before, assessments are worth 50% each of the final grade.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGrade B in FT GCSE is preferredCourse unitsAS food technologyUnit 1: Materials and ComponentsUnit 2: Learning through Designing and Making - courseworkA2 food technologyUnit 3: Design and ManufactureUnit 4: Designing and Making Practice

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShA Level Food Technology links comfortably with other subjects such as sport, science and humanities. Beyond A Level Food Technology there are a variety of excellent degree courses in Food Science, Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Food Technology, Food Marketing, Hotel and Catering Management, Food Economics and Food and Consumer Studies, Food related journalism, TV and Radio, Event Planning and Environmental Health

36 | Technology (Product Design) - AS/A2

Technology (Product Design) - AS/A2title of Specification: GCE: Product DesignExam board: EdexcelCourse number: 9GP01 for Graphic Products 9RM01 for Resistant Materialshead of Department: Mr C. Leach leachc@cranbrook.kent.sch.uk

COurSE DESCriPtiOnThe Product Design GCE offers two pathways, Resistant Materials Technology and Graphic Products, each with its own specific content. The structure of the specification allows students to develop a range of skills and outcomes at Advanced Subsidiary (AS), demonstrating their creativity, and apply these to a design and make project at Advanced level (A2). The specification seeks to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of, and skills and application in, designing products. They will also develop their research, analysis, product development, project planning and evaluation skills.The two pathways are identical in all but the materials the student wishes to specialise with and are taught side by side. The A2 course is mainly concerned with the design and manufacture of their ‘major’ project. Skills and knowledge developed throughout the AS course will be further applied and developed during this year. Students will be concerned about demonstrating their creativity, and apply these to a design and make project at Advanced level (A2). The specification seeks to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of, and skills and application in, designing products. They will also develop their research, analysis, product development, project planning and evaluation skills.

EntrY quAlifiCAtiOnGrade B in DT GCSE is preferred.Course unitsAS Product DesignUnit 1: Portfolio of Creative Skills (60% of AS)Unit 2: Design and Technology in Practice (40% of AS)A2 Produce DesignUnit 3: Designing for the Future (40% of A2)Unit 4: Commercial Design (60% of A2)

WhAt hAPPEnS WhEn YOu finiShCollege? Apprenticeship? University?The British Design Innovation Organisation declared in 2010 that turnover for the UK design Industry was £4.4bn, an increase of 11% . Design and Design-related companies are the fastest growing Industry in Europe and especially in the UK. We export our design expertise globally.With an A level in Product Design you have a wide range of options, including Engineering or any of the hundreds of Design-related courses at university. (Architecture, Interior Design, Product Design, Engineering Design, Sports Design, Graphic Design and Advertising, Structural Design, Furniture Design, Specialist Vehicle Design, Fashion and so on….)

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Subject A b C D E u total A*/b % Entries

English Literature 13 9 9 6 1 0 38 57.89

English Language 1 11 10 2 1 0 25 48.00

History 13 26 15 7 4 2 67 58.21

Geography 11 4 2 2 3 0 22 68.18

Economics 12 12 6 2 8 2 42 57.14

Politics 10 5 5 1 3 1 25 60.00

Latin 4 3 0 0 0 0 7 100.00

Classical Civilisations 15 16 11 0 0 0 42 73.81

Spanish 2 4 2 1 1 0 10 60.00

Maths 29 17 15 9 4 9 83 55.42

Further Maths 4 8 1 0 2 2 17 70.59

Physics 24 15 17 10 2 3 71 54.93

Chemistry 17 9 7 3 5 0 41 63.41

Biology 8 10 6 9 9 4 46 39.13

Art 11 10 1 1 0 0 23 91.30

Art History 7 6 0 0 0 0 13 100.00

Music 0 1 1 3 2 0 7 14.29

Music Tech 1 2 2 2 0 0 7 42.86

Food Technology 4 1 1 0 1 0 7 71.43

Performing Arts 1 3 0 1 0 0 5 80.00

PE 0 1 1 3 1 0 6 16.67

Design Technology 1 4 4 4 4 0 17 29.41

Business Studies 1 3 4 6 9 2 25 16.00

All AS lEvElS 189 180 120 72 60 25 646 57.77

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GCE A2 Level Examination Results 2013 Subject A* A b C D E u total A*/b% Entries

English Literature 1 4 6 1 1 0 0 13 84.62

English Language 0 8 10 3 0 0 0 21 85.71

History 3 15 15 8 2 0 0 43 76.74

Geography 4 5 5 4 1 0 0 19 73.68

Economics 1 11 10 2 0 0 0 24 91.67

Politics 0 10 7 4 1 0 0 22 77.27

Latin 1 3 0 0 0 0 0 4 100.00

Classical Civilisations 3 11 2 3 1 0 0 20 80.00

Spanish 0 6 2 2 0 0 0 10 80.00

Maths 12 24 12 3 1 1 0 53 90.57

Further Maths 2 4 2 0 0 0 0 8 100.00

Physics 3 13 14 7 2 2 0 41 73.17

Chemistry 3 16 9 5 4 2 0 39 71.79

Biology 2 10 16 7 3 3 1 42 66.67

Art 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 6 100.00

Art History 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 6 100.00

Music 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 100.00

Food Technology 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 3 100.00

PE 1 0 2 2 2 0 0 7 42.86

Design Technology 2 0 1 3 1 0 1 8 37.50

Business Studies 0 2 1 3 3 1 0 10 30.00

All A2 lEvElS 44 152 114 57 22 9 2 400 79.15

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