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Page 1: Oldbury Academy 2015 Prospectus

SIXTH FORM PROSPECTUS 2015

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The Oldbury Academy Sixth Form experience will prepare you for the challenges you cannot yet see or define in a changing world

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A brand new stateof the art

building

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WelcomeAt Oldbury Academy we aim to become a centre of excellence at the heart of our community that provides outstanding learning opportunities for all.

We are determined that every student who attends Oldbury Academy is nurtured to reach their full potential in a culture of ambition and respect, where no one gets left behind.

The Oldbury Academy Sixth Form experience will prepare you for the challenges you cannot yet see or define in a changing world. We believe that our Sixth Form students will be among the leaders of tomorrow and therefore we will provide thinking, creativity skills, teamwork and leadership skills. We want you to think for yourself and about others, to be able to challenge yourself and make good judgements, to believe in yourself and your capacity to realise your dreams.

As Sixth Form students; you will be supported by a dedicated team who are committed to helping you and providing the very best learning opportunities.

At Oldbury Academy you will learn how to overcome challenges, you will understand the values of integrity and hard work and recognise your part in our global community.

Facilities• Excellent teaching environments with state of the art

ICT equipment.• Outstanding sporting facilities for both teaching and

recreational use.• These include a dance studio, fitness gym, muga and

sports hall.• Specialised hair and beauty facilities.• Brand new state of the art building.

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Qualifications And PathwaysWhat are AS/A levels?

An A level is made up of two sections to be completed over two years. During the first year you will study an AS level which is worth half an A level. If you choose not to continue with the course after the first year you will have gained a qualification in the subject provided you receive a pass grade. Should you gain the relevant qualification which allows you to continue with the course into the second year, you will study for an A2 level. This accompanied with your AS level gains you the full A level qualification. A grade E to A is considered a pass at AS level and a grade E to A* can be achieved at A level. Each A level course you study will consist of five hours a week of teacher led study and at least a further three hours a week of Independent Study per subject.

Linear A levels The following subjects will be introducing a linear qualification for the A level. English Language & Literature, History, Psychology, Sociology, Art & Design.These courses will not be modular based, but will have exams at the end of the 2 year course.

What are Vocational courses?

BTEC and Diplomas are vocational courses which are work-related qualifications. If you are interested in learning more about one of these particular sectors or industries then it is a good qualification to follow. These courses offer a mix of theory and practice, and can also include an element of work experience. They can not only equip you with the skills and knowledge that employers are looking for but also give you points towards your UCAS applications. Please check with the subject leader for each course as points vary for each BTEC. You can take whichever route you choose all AS/A levels, all Vocational courses or a combination of the two!

ValuesOldbury Academy is a vibrant, exciting place to be and a centre of academic achievement. We set high expectations for all our students. We are aware of the importance of the curriculum, pathways, courses, attendance, punctuality and relevant work experience and these are key foundations for success. The facilities on offer allow for a flexible curriculum to provide plenty of time for sustained discussion, group work and applied learning. Independent Study time is key for any success at post 16 and this will be carefully planned within the timetable to suit each individual student. There is a professional, mature and business-like working atmosphere in Sixth Form.

Men: Smart trousers, shirt and tie, smart shoes, smart round or V-neck jumper (if desired), jacket or suit.

Women: Trousers or smart suitable skirt, shirt or smart top, smart shoes, smart jumper or top or if preferred, jacket or suit.

We encourage our students to demonstrate a positive approach towards the following:

• Commitment to learning• Partnership• Respect• Standards• Trust

OpportunitiesThe academy offers a broad range of provision in both Academic and Vocational subjects and also the opportunity to participate in a relevant WEX programme. Visits are also arranged to University Open Days. Cultural visits are encouraged and we participate in student exchange programmes with other Colleges.

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B TE C QUALIF IC ATIONS (QC F) (S UITE OF QUALIF IC ATIONS K NOWN AS NATIONALS )

E XTE NDE DDIP LOMA DIP LOMA 90 C R E DIT

DIP LOMAS UB S IDIAR Y

DIP LOMA C E R TIFIC ATE TAR IFFP OINTS

D*D*D* 420

D*D*D 400

D*DD 380

DDD 360

DDM 320

DMM D*D* 280

D*D 260

MMM DD 240

D*D* 210

MMP DM D*D 200

DD 180

MP P MM DM 160

D* 140

P P P MP MM D 120

MP 100

P P M 80

D* 70

P P D 60

P M 40

P 20

E XTE NDE D P R OJ E C T(S TAND ALONE )

G R ADE TAR IFF P OINTS

A* 70

A 60

B 50

C 40

D 30

E 20

Points for the E xtended P rojectcannot be counted if taken as partof P rogress ion/Advanced Diploma

G C E AND VC E

G R ADE TAR IFFP OINT

G C E A level & AVC E

A* 140

A 120

B 100

C 80

D 60

E 40

G R ADE TAR IFFP OINTS

G C E AS & AS VC E

A 60

B 50

C 40

D 30

E 20

LE VE L 3 C E R TIFIC ATE / DIP LOMA FOR iME DIA US E R S (iME DIA)

G R ADE TAR IFF P OINTS

DIP LOMA 66

C E R TIFIC ATE 40

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G R ADE TAR IFF P OINTS

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D 120

M 80

P 40

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Choosing your coursesStudy 3 or 4 subjects from a range of A Level and/or vocational courses.

Whether you have ambitions of progressing on to Higher Education or employment, please ensure you do your research before you choose your Level 3 courses.

You need to make sure that your options will enable you to meet the entry requirements for University courses or help you gain future employment.

1) Think about your future career or University courses.2) Check the entry requirements for Higher Education courses or employment. Please take a look at entry requirements for courses on www.ucas.com. 3) Choose your options that you want to study with us. What levels of qualifications are they?4) Will your chosen courses enable you to progress on to the next level of study? Please check the tariff tables below or on www.ucas.com.

Please note: The CACHE Diploma is a vocational qualification; therefore, you do not gain UCAS points with this, however, it gives students a licence to practice in schools.

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A level Courses

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What will I learn?In the first year of the course you will learn how to develop your observational skills and experiment with a wide range of media. You will also learn how different artists have approached portraiture, abstract art etc and use this knowledge to help develop ideas of your own culminating in large scale self portraits on canvas and final pieces showing experimentation with collage, printmaking, photography and three dimensional media.

In the second year, the course will become more open for you to develop work that explores your own interests and you will be encouraged to work in an individual style. This year will also require you to undertake an extended critical analysis of an artists’ work or movement that most inspires you.

At AS Level (Year 12)

• Unit one is a coursework portfolio based on themes such as self portrait/natural forms/topic of your choice.

• Unit two is an externally set exam. (5hrs)

At A2 Level (Year 13)

• Unit three is a personal investigation into an artist of your choice and a theme that interests you. It will include a written essay of between 1500 and 3000 words.

• Unit four is an externally set exam. (15 hrs)

How will I be assessed?Unit one – 25% of A2 grade and 50% of AS gradeUnit two – 25% of A2 grade and 50% of AS gradeUnit three – 25% of A2 grade and 50% of AS gradeUnit four– 25% of A2 grade and 50% of AS grade

What are the entry qualifications?At AS Level – A grade ‘C’ or above in Art or Textiles.

At A2 Level – A Pass grade at AS Level is required.

What next?Students who have studied A level Art usually go on to undertake a foundation course in Art and Design and from then on choose a specialism to study at degree level. Local universities offer a wide variety of courses including : Theatre Design, Industrial Design, Jewellery and Silversmithing, Fine Art, 3D design, Fashion Design, Photography, Furniture Design, Ceramics, Illustration, Graphic Design to name but a few.

Art and Design

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What will I learn?A-level Communication and Culture is a challenging and thought-provoking course for students who want to explore the sophistication of human relationships. Students look closely at cultural practices, cultural products and the ways in which cultural meanings are communicated. They start with an investigation of their own cultural environment and move on to consider different forms of communication and interpretation both within and between cultures.

How will I be assessed?Unit 1 – Understanding Communication and CultureExam 50% of AS, 25% of A Level

Unit 2 – COMM2The Individual and Contemporary Culture: Portfolio50% of AS, 25% of A Level. Externally set topics to create a Web-Folio/Portfolio of work

What are the entry qualifications?GCSE English Language grade ‘C’ or above.

What next?A-level Communication and Culture is a fascinating choice for students considering higher education in any arts or humanities subjects including English Language and Literature, History, Anthropology, Psychology, Sociology, Politics, Marketing, Business, Journalism, Dance, Music, Art and Design and Media Studies. Career opportunities for students who study A-level Communication and Culture include: government and politics, public relations, advertising, marketing, business, journalism, broadcasting, social services, law, international relations, healthcare communication, and the performing arts.

Communications and Culture

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Dance

What will I learn?Over two years students will take part in many classes exploring a range of contemporary techniques, performance and choreographic skills. Practically students will choreograph solo and group dances and prepare other performances taught by teachers. Students will also study theoretical units covering the development of dance, the healthy body and gain an in depth understanding of professional dance works. The course is delivered by teaching staff from a variety of dance backgrounds and students will also have the opportunity to work with professional dance artists. In addition students will be able to attend trips to London and Disneyland Paris to gain hands on experience of how the professionals work in the industry.

At AS Level (Year 12)• Understanding Dance • Solo Choreography and Performance

At A2 Level (Year 13)• Dance Appreciation• Group Choreography and Solo Performance

How will I be assessed?55% Practical Exams45% Written Exams

What are the entry qualifications?At AS Level - Grade C or above in English GCSE and 4 other GCSE’s at Grade C or above

At A2 Level - A Pass grade at AS Level is required.

What next?As the course has a strong emphasis on contemporary technique and choreography, students will develop the skills necessary for application at top Universities such as Laban, Northern Contemporary Dance and Middlesex. Career progressions from the course could lead to further studies in: Performance, Teaching, Choreography, Dance Therapy, Fundraising/Marketing, Dance Costume/Lighting, Notation and Dance Journalism. If students decide not to go down the dance career route they can transfer their qualifications into points for other university courses.

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What will I learn?English Language & Literature is aimed at encouraging and developing an interest in, and enjoyment of, all aspects of written and spoken English. You will learn to use integrated linguistic and literary approaches in your reading and interpretation of material whilst engaging creatively and independently with a wide range of spoken and written texts drawn from a variety of literary genres, prose, poetry and drama.

Additionally, you will undertake independent and sustained studies to develop your skills as producers and interpreters of language, consider the significance of grammar, phonology, lexis and semantics which underlie the production of the written and spoken word, and how language is influenced by historical and cultural context – for example, slang and colloquialisms. Most importantly, it will change the way you read and hear language forever.

How will I be assessed?At AS, assessment takes the form of two external examinations while at A2 it is a combination of both coursework and external examination.

What are the entry qualifications?The entry requirements for English Language and Literature are a grade B for English Language and a grade C for English Literature.

What next?The study of Language & Literature can lead to a wide range of careers, notably journalism, literary publishing and editing, business, advertising and Public Relations.

English Language and Literature

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What will I learn?Extended Project is a challenging ‘Scholarly’ course that will develop and extend from one or more of the learner’s study areas and or from an area of personal interest or activity outside their main programme of study. Students will learn how to identify, design, plan and complete an individual project, applying a range of organisational skills and strategies to meet agreed objectives. They will obtain, critically select and use selected information from a range of sources; analyse data, apply it relevantly and demonstrate understanding of any appropriate linkages, connections and complexities of the topic. Including the use of new technologies where appropriate, solve problems, take decisions critically, creatively and flexibly, to achieve planned outcomes, whilst evaluating outcomes both in relation to agreed objectives and own learning and performance.

How will I be assessed?Unit 1 – Dissertation and Unit 2 Field Study• 100% coursework• You keep an Activity log book• Essay (up to 5000 words)• Presentation of research to an invited audience

What are the entry qualifications?GCSE English Language grade ‘C’ or above

Course StructureThe course will be made up of:• 120 directed hours (taught sessions)• seminar time (focus groups)• individual tutorials • private study

The Student View “It enables you to learn independently and be part of a community of learners, whilst studying a topic you find interesting. It will be helpful for university applications and develops life skills.”

What next?AS-level Extended Project supports students’ entry in to further education across almost all Universities. The course offers an excellent choice for students considering higher education in any subject, especially Humanities and Social Science.

Extended Project

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What will I learn?Exploring film form. This unit focuses on the micro features of film and the construction of meaning and emotion.

• Mise En Scene• Performance• Cinematography• Editing • Sound

You will identify how these construct meaning and add to the sensory impact of film. Reflected on individual response to micro features in films to show meaning and to explore the relationship between film and spectator.

Creating a sequence to demonstrate how micro features produce meanings and responses of film studies.

British and American Film:

• This will focus on two aspects of film studies: producers, audience and the relationship between them and the use of narrative and genre in constructing meanings.

• These will be studied in the context of two national cinemas - those of the UK and the USA.

Critical understanding will be fostered through:

• The interrelationship between producers and audiences with focus on aspects of the film industry and the audience behaviour.• Narrative and genre characteristics of Uk and US films.• The personal response to films mediated by the study of films and their context.

How will I be assessed?Year 1. Internal assessment = 40%. consisting of an analysis of micro aspects of a chosen extract. 1 creative project based on a film sequence/short film of your choice. External assessment = 2 1/2 hour exam on British and American film.

Year 2: internal assessment = film research and creative projects. External Assessment = 2 3/4 exam on varities of film experience, issues and debates.

What are the entry qualifications?5 GCSE at grade C or above, including English Language.A keen interest in film is a must.

What next?Study BA Hons degree in film or media studies.

Film Studies

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What will I learn?This course is designed to give you a wide variety of skills and knowledge in Geography. You will gain a broad knowledge base of relevant contemporary issues affecting the UK and the wider world. We will also help you develop key skills that will set you up for whatever choices you make in the future whether in employment or at university.

At AS Level (Year 12)Unit 1: Physical and Human Geography - Rivers, Floods and Management, Coastal Environments, Energy Issues and Population Change. 35% of final grade.Unit 2: Geographical Skills where you will develop your investigative, cartographic (maps), graphical, ICT and statistical skills. 15% of final grade.

At A2 Level (Year 13)Unit 3: Contemporary Geographical Issues: A choice of units from Plate Tectonics and associated hazards, Ecosystems: change and challenge, Development and Globalisation, Contemporary conflicts and challenges. 30% of final grade.Unit 4: Either a Geographical Fieldwork Investigation assessed in an exam OR a Geographical Issue Evaluation based on pre released material. 20% of final grade.

How will I be assessed?AS and A2 are equally weighted.AS - 2 exams (35% and 15%)A2 – 2 exams (30% and 20%)

What are the entry qualifications?At AS Level you will need 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above (including English, Maths and Geography)

What next?This course is ideal preparation for a variety of careers including the armed forces, surveying, architecture, land use planning and resource development. It complements exceedingly well the study of the sciences through the physical Geography units as well as the social sciences of Sociology and History. It is a well respected course and is accepted by Russell Group universities.

Geography

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What will I learn?This course is designed to give you a broad range of knowledge and skills in History. You will cover a range of diverse topics and develop a range of skills, which will equip you for further education or a range of employment opportunities. The diverse nature of our course is designed to provide a broad base of knowledge, which will be ideal preparation for studying History at university.

At AS Level (Year 12)

• Church and State 1529-1589. This is a knowledge based study of Tudor government, politics and religious change during the reigns of Henry VIII, Edward VI, Mary I and Elizabeth I.

• Dictatorship and Democracy 1933-1963. This is a source based study of Germany under the Nazis, and then of the two Germanys after the Second World War; Communist East Germany and Democratic West Germany

At A2 Level (Year 13)

• Coursework module. This is a study of Oliver Cromwell that is based on independent research of key historical questions, and the writing of coursework to present your findings.

• Civil Rights in the USA 1865-1992. This study covers a long time period from the abolition of Slavery through to more recent events, including a study of the Civil Rights Movements, the position of women, Native Americans and Trades Unions.

How will I be assessed?AS and A2 are equally weighted. AS: 2 exams(25% each of overall A Level, 50% of AS)A2: 1 coursework unit (20% of overall A Level, 40% of A2) and 1 exam (30% of overall A Level, 60% of A2)

From 2015 there are government plans to change History from a modular qualification, where exams are taken at the end of both AS and A2, to a linear qualification where all exams will be sat at the end of the second year of study. The topics covered will be very similar, but the way that the course will be assessed will therefore change. We will continue to update this page as we receive new information from the exam board for this qualification.

What are the entry qualifications?At AS Level – You will need 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above (including English).

At A2 Level – A Pass grade at AS Level is required.

What next?This course is ideal preparation for higher or further education, or a career in teaching, journalism, public services, business or commerce. The range of skills taught will equip you for a variety of opportunities. The course will complement a range of other subjects such as A Level Government and Politics, Sociology, Psychology and Law.

The course will complement a range of other subjects such as Government and Politics, Sociology and Psychology and Law.

History

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What will I learn?Law combines well with most subjects; nonetheless, during the course, you will not only develop subject specific skills, but also transferable core skills such as: problem solving; research; analytical and writing skills; confident oral communication, and the ability to pay attention to detail. You will be assessed via examinations in the following areas:

At AS Level (Year 12)

• Unit 1 - Law making & Dispute Solving: Delegated Legislation; Judicial Precedent, Statutory Interpretation & the Court Structure

• Unit 2 - Liability: An introduction to Crime and Tort

At A2 Level (Year 13)

• Unit 3 - Criminal Law: Offences Against the Person (Murder, Manslaughter, Non-Fatal Offences & Defences)

• Unit 4 - Criminal Law: Offences Against Property (Theft, Burglary, Robbery, Criminal Damage, Blackmail, Fraud & Defences) Concepts of Law: Law & Morality, Law & Justice & Judicial Creativity

How will I be assessed?100% exam Each unit listed is worth 25%

What are the entry qualifications?At AS Level

• No previous knowledge of law is needed• AS Level - 5 GCSEs grade C or above (including English

Language)• A2 Level - Pass at AS Level is needed

At A2 Level

• A pass at AS Level is required

What next?This course provides a great foundation for further study of Law or related subjects in Higher Education and various vocational courses. Furthermore, it is a worthwhile and interesting course for people of various ages and from diverse backgrounds, in terms of general education and lifelong learning. Similarly, material studied is useful for people intending to pursue business careers. As well as the legal profession it may provide career opportunities in Accountancy, Commerce, Business, Local Government and the Police.

Law

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What will I learn?At AS Level:

• The award comprises of three assessment units all carrying a third of the course marks:

• Pure Mathematics Module C1 (non-calculator)

• Pure Mathematics Module C2• Statistics Module S1/Mechanics

Module M1

At A2 Level:

• The A Level award comprises of the assessment units from the AS Scheme of Assessment and three units from the A2 Scheme of Assessment.

• Pure Mathematics Module C3• Pure Mathematics Module C4• Statistics Module S1/Mechanics

Module M1

How will I be assessed?

• You will sit an exam for each module taken• All modules are examined by one and a

half hour test – there is no coursework.• Each module has equal weighting in the

final assessment.

What are the entry qualifications?A minimum of grade B in Higher Tier GCSE Maths. During the first two weeks of the term you will be assessed on some of the basics required for the course. Failure to show competence in these areas will result in you being removed from the course immediately.

What next?An AS in Mathematics is a valuable supporting subject to many courses at A Level and degree Level, especially in the sciences, geography, psychology, sociology and medicine. However it also has a value in its own right because of the special skills required to handle it. A Level Mathematics is a much sought after qualification for entry to a wide variety of courses in Higher Education. There are also many areas of employment that see a Mathematics A Level as an important qualification and it is often a requirement for the vocational qualifications related to these areas. Higher Education courses or careers that either require A Level Mathematics or are closely related to it include: Economics, Medicine, Architecture, Engineering, Accountancy, Teaching, Psychology, Environmental Studies, Computing and Information Technology.

Maths

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What will I learn?At AS Level (Year 12)

• Social Psychology - The nature of human behaviour. Why people follow orders and obey others. Why prejudice and discrimination occur.

• Cognitive Psychology - How the brain works. How and why we remember and forget information.

• Psychodynamic - Follows the work of Sigmund Freud. • Biological - The only scientific part of psychology which

links genetics and hormones with psychological theories.• Learning - Types of learning and the theory behind

learnt behaviour.

At A2 Level (Year 13)

• Criminal Psychology – look at the reasons behind criminal behaviour.

• Child Psychology – look at the consequences of having a troubled childhood, types of attachment.

• Clinical Psychology – look at two types of mental disorder in detail, from schizophrenia, anorexia, phobias or depression.

• Issues and Debates

What are the entry qualifications?GCSE English language: C (B preferable) GCSE Science: CGCSE Maths C

How will I be assessed?AS: Informal assessment will take place every 2 weeks minimum though the course. Formal assessment will take the form of 2 exams in the Summer after you start the course.

A2:Informal assessment will take place every 2 weeks minimum though the course. Formal assessment will take the form of 2 exams in the Summer after you start the course.

What next?Students who have studied Psychology AS and A2 have gone on to study Psychology, Sociology, and Social Science at university. Other students have found employment in the areas of Social Work, Probation Service, Police and Psychology (educational, child, forensic and occupational). Psychology is an excellent qualification to take and it sits well with Sociology, History, Law and Biology.

Psychology

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What will I learn?This course is designed to enable students to develop insights into areas of knowledge, belief and thought central to an understanding of the modern world. Through a study of philosophy and ethics, students will be equipped with a range of knowledge and skills which will help them to make sense of contemporary events.

In the first year of the course you will study and evaluate philosophical theories and debates about the existence of God and the meaning of life. You will also study arguments surrounding ethical issues such as Utilitarianism and Sexual Ethics. This will be followed by the investigation of a medical ethics issue, such as abortion, genetic engineering, euthanasia or a combination of issues.

The second year of the course you will study more complex philosophical arguments about the existence of God and selected problems in the philosophy of religion. This will include the study of religious language and verification and falsification of debate. You will also study selected problems in ethics such as objectivity and relativism surrounding justice, law and punishment. This will be accompanied by the study of key ethical concepts, their strengths, weaknesses and critiques. This will be followed by examining the consequences of particular standpoints.

What are the entry qualifications?At AS Level - It is not necessary to have followed a GCSE course in Religious Studies to be accepted onto this course, although it may be advantageous. However, 5 GCSE’s including English is required.

At A2 Level - A Pass grade at AS Level is required.

How will I be assessed?Assessment is through examination in each of the two units in each year.

AS: Foundations 1hour 45 minutes Investigation 1hour 15 minutesA2: Developments 1hour 45 minutes Implications 1hour 15 minutes

What next?Students who study this course develop the essential skills to progress in education as it highlights a depth of understanding and breadth of knowledge concerning contemporary issues. The understanding of beliefs and values of others makes this an excellent base for anyone considering a career in a social based environment such as nursing, social services, police and even law. The ability to be objective and subjective when required enhances negotiation skills which are recognised by a much wider range of career paths.

ReligousStudies

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Sociology

What are the entry qualifications?You need at least 5 GCSE’s at A*-C and at least a C grade in English language in order to do the course.

How will I be assessed?At AS Level –One exam for each unit studiedAt A2 Level – One exam for each unit studied

From 2015 there are government plans to change Sociology from a modular qualification, where exams are taken at the end of both AS and A2, to a linear qualification where all exams will be sat at the end of the second year of study. The topics covered will be very similar, but the way that the course will be assessed will therefore change. We will continue to update this page as we receive new information from the exam board for this qualification.

What next?University to study: Law, History, Journalism, Government and Politics, Communication Studies and Teaching.

Employment: Health, Journalism, Social Services, Data Analysis, Probation Services, Marketing, Teaching/Lecturing, Politics or Researcher.

What will I learn?Sociology is the ‘study of society’ and the people within it. The term ‘society’ refers to the world around you, your community, your country, and all the different people and groups that exist, with their different cultures, beliefs, values, languages, religions etc.

Sociology will give you the chance to study and understand why things are the way they are, and why people behave in certain ways. Examples of issues that you will look at include: Why do some people commit crime? Why do girls do much better at school than boys? Why are we seeing an increase in divorce and a decrease in people getting married? Why is there so much inequality and poverty in the country?

At AS Level (Year 12)

UNIT ONE: Families and Households. • The role of the family and family diversity• Childhood and how it has changed over time• How have family roles changed

UNIT TWO: Education with research methods. • Theories of education• What are the reasons for some groups of pupils

outperforming others• Research methods

At A2 Level (Year 13)

UNIT THREE: Beliefs in society. • Different theories of religion• Influence of religion over time

UNIT FOUR: Crime and deviance with research methods.• Theories of society• Explanations for crime• Research into crime and deviance

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VocationalCourses

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What will I learn?This course is designed for those wishing to begin their career within the ever-growing beauty industry. This course allows the individual to develop their practical skills to industry standards, allowing them to: begin their own business, undertake an apprenticeship, work within a beauty salon or continue to a level 3 course. This exciting course offers both practical “hands on” experiences within a fully equipped salon, working on fee paying clients, as well as expanding your knowledge of how treatments work. All the tutors are fully qualified and experienced Beauty Therapists and teachers. Learners will have opportunities to take part in external visits to the industry, work experience and additional short courses and talks from industry specialist.

You will be required to complete all of the following areas to gain your full qualification:

• Ensure responsibility for actions to reduce risks to health and safety

• Promote additional services or products to clients• Develop and maintain your effectiveness at work• Provide facial skin care treatment• Enhance the appearance of eyebrows and lashes• Carry out waxing services• Provide Manicure Services• Provide Pedicure Services• Fulfil Reception Duties• Provide Makeup Services.

What level?Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy ServicesNVQ Diploma in Beauty (Massage)

How will I be assessed?• For each of the units the learner will be expected to

show practical competency to industry standards on a minimum of 3 occasions.

• The learner will also be required to complete written examinations, assignments, oral questions and present a portfolio of evidence on completion of the course.

• All examinations are multi-choice test papers, which are taken throughout the course, re-sit opportunities are available.

What are the entry qualifications?In Year 12 - In order to study for this qualification, learners must have a genuine interest in working within the health and beauty environment. A GCSE grade C or above in English Language. NVQ Level 1 is an advantage but not essential.

In Year 13 – A Pass grade in Year 12 is required.

What next?People who have gained this type of qualification can go on to start their own mobile business, work in beauty or nail salons, salons on board cruise liners, health and beauty spas. Learners may also continue onto higher education and study for a Foundation or Honours Degree in Beauty and Spa Management.

Beauty TherapyGeneral

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Beauty TherapyHairdressing

What will I learn? This course is designed for those wishing to begin their career in the hairdressing industry. This course allows the individual to develop their practical skills to industry standards allowing them to begin their own business, undertake an apprenticeship, work within a hairdressing salon or continue on to the level 3 qualifications. This exciting course offers both practical ‘hands on’ experiences within a fully equipped hairdressing salon; working on paying clients; as well as developing the understanding and knowledge of how treatments work. All tutors are fully qualified and experienced in hairdressing and teaching. Learners will have the opportunity to take part in external visits to the industry, work experience and additional short courses and talks from industry specialist.

How I will be assessed?• For each of the units the learner will be expected to show practical competency to the industry standards on a range of assessments

on paying clients.• These assessments will take place in our Hairdressing Salon based on site, and students will be expected to stay one evening a week

3.30pm-6.30pm as part of their course.• The learner will also be required to complete to written examinations, assignments, oral questions and present a portfolio of evi-

dence on completion of the course. • All examinations are multi-choice test paper, which are taken throughout the course, re-sit opportunities are available.

What are the entry qualifications?In year 12 – in order to study for this qualification learners must have a genuine interest in working within the hairdressing environment. A GSCE grade C or above in English Language. NVQ Level 1 in hairdressing and level 2 in beauty studies is an advantage but not essential.

What Next?In year 13 the opportunity will be available to continue to Hairdressing Level 3 to become salon ready.People who have gained this type of qualification can go on to start their own mobile or salon business in hairdressing salons or aboard cruise ships. Learners may also continue onto higher education and study for a foundation or honours degree in Beauty and Spa Manage-ment. This course can be either full time or part time. If a full time course is chosen, you will be expected to undertake a work experience placement one day per week in a working salon. The remainder of your timetable will be dedicated to the qualification itself and other qualifications that support your course.

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What will I learn?This course is designed for those wishing to begin their career within the ever-growing beauty industry. This course allows the individual to develop their practical skills to industry standards, allowing them to: begin their own business, undertake an apprenticeship, work within a beauty salon or continue to a level 3 course. This exciting course offers both practical “hands on” experiences within a fully equipped salon, working on fee paying clients, as well as expanding your knowledge of how treatments work. All the tutors are fully qualified and experienced Beauty Therapists and teachers. Learners will have opportunities to take part in external visits to the industry, work experience and additional short courses and talks from industry specialist.

You will be required to complete all of the following areas to gain your full qualification:

• Monitor procedures to safely control work operations• Contribute to the planning and implementation of• promotional activities• Provide Body Massage Treatments• Provide Indian Head Massage• Carry out massage using Pre-Blended Aromatherapy Oils• Provide Hot Stone Therapy• Contribute to the Financial Effectiveness of the Business• Provide Self-Tanning services

What level?NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy (Massage)

How will I be assessed?• For each of the units the learner will be expected to

show practical competency to industry standards on a minimum of 3 occasions.

• The learner will also be required to complete written examinations, assignments, oral questions and present a portfolio of evidence on completion of the course.

• All examinations are multi-choice test papers, which are taken throughout the course, re-sit opportunities are available.

What are the entry qualifications?In Year 12 - In order to study for this qualification, learners must have a genuine interest in working within the health and beauty environment. A GCSE grade C or above in English Language. NVQ Level 1 is an advantage but not essential.

In Year 13 - A Pass grade in Year 12 is required.

What next?People who have gained this type of qualification can go on to start their own mobile business, work in beauty or nail salons, salons on board cruise liners, health and beauty spas. Learners may also continue onto higher education and study for a Foundation or Honours Degree in Beauty and Spa Management.

Beauty TherapyMassage

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Beauty TherapyNail Therapy

What will I learn? This course is designed for those wishing to begin their career in the beauty industry. This course allows the individual to develop their practical skills to industry standards allowing them to begin their own business, undertake an apprenticeship, work within a salon or continue on to the level 3 qualifications. This exciting course offers both practical ‘hands on’ experiences within a fully equipped salon; working on paying clients; as well as developing the understanding and knowledge of how treatments work. All tutors are fully qualified and experienced in treatments and teaching. Learners will have the opportunity to take part in external visits to the industry, work experience and additional short courses and talks from industry specialist.

The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Nail Services (QCF) is a job ready qualification based on National Occupational Standards for Nail Services. This qualification will develop the basic knowledge, skills and competencies that learners need to work at a junior level in a beauty salon and is the minimum standard required to work effectively. Learners will complete 8 mandatory units which include skills required for working in a salon or providing a service to the public via self-employment and carrying out manicure, pedicure, nail art and nail enhancement services. This qualification is most suited to learners who wish to embark on a career as a Nail Technician.

You will be required to complete all the following areas to gain your qualification:

• Ensure responsibility for actions to reduce risks to health and safety• Provide pedicure services• Fulfil salon reception duties• Develop and maintain effectiveness at work• Promote additional services or products to customers• Provide manicure services• Carry out nail art services• Apply and maintain Nail Enhancements to create a natural finish

Level 3NVQ L2 nail services can provide a progression route onto a level 3 qualification. This can be combined with other hair and beauty and health and beauty qualifications to create a bespoke full time course. A full time course will include a one day per week work experience placement in a working salon. It will also include other qualifications such as customer services, business, pre apprenticeship functional English and maths. This will allow a pathway onto an apprenticeship or full time/part time employment.

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What will I learn?This will depend on the unit being taught, the stage of delivery and the type of assessment required for that unit.

• Learning through a skills focus• Learning by doing.• Student investigation

In Year 12 the units you will cover are:

• The Business Environment• Introduction to marketing• Business Communication

In Year 13 the units you will cover are:

• Business Accounting• Business resources• Starting a small business

What are the entry qualifications?In order to study BTEC Business Level 3 you don’t need any prior business knowledge, although this would be a advantage. You will need an A*-C in both Maths and English GCSE.

How will I be assessed?You will have to produce a portfolio of evidence. For each unit of work you will be given a series of tasks to complete and an assessment grid that will identify what you have to do to achieve a particular grade.

Staff will check your work against the grid and make comments about the effort you have made and the quality of your work. They will also make suggestions to help you to achieve firstly the minimum pass standard and then the merit and distinction grades. Points will be awarded and added to your overall score with every unit that you complete.

Grading through Point ScoresThe point scores for each unit are weighted and correspond to the three levels: award, pass, merit and distinction.

What next?A business qualification can lead to literally hundreds of career options and our Level 3 Business course offers a unique opportunity to give you the edge when applying for jobs, apprenticeships or university.

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What will I learn?The BTEC National Award in Children’s Play, Learning and Development will give an understanding of the underpinning knowledge and practical skills to provide learners with the common core principles of children’s care for progression to employment or higher level education. Work experience and links to the workplace form a central part of the programmes. This is a two year course.

In Year 12 - Core Units include Child Development, play in the early years.

In Year 13 - Meeting Children’s Physical Development, Health and Safety and Working with Parents.

How will I be assessed?• 1 External Exam• 4 Internal assessments

What level?CACHE DiplomaNational Award in Childrens Care, Learning & Development.

What are the entry qualifications?In Year 12 - 5 GCSEs A* - C including a grade C or above in English, Maths and Child Development or a PASS Level 2 Health and Social Care. As you will be working with Children you’ll need a cleared DBS check before you can start working with children.

In Year 13 - A Pass grade in Year 12 is required and completion of three units.

What next?Employment opportunities: With the international recognition of BTEC courses such as this, you can progress straight into employment. If successful there are a variety of potential careers that you can explore, all of which will benefit from your studies, for example: children’s nurse or play therapist.

Further vocational and academic qualifications: The BTEC National Award in Children’s Play, Learning and Development has the equivalence of one GCE A Level, and it is possible for you to progress further into higher education, as successful BTEC National qualifications give points on UCAS for university applications.

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What will I learn?The aim of this qualification is to recognise the knowledge, skills and competence demonstrated by an individual in the workplace. This Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plastering - Solid provides the opportunity for individuals who specialise in solid plastering to demonstrate their competence. The units in this qualification are derived from National Occupational Standards

How will I be assessed?This will be a series of practical assessments by an asessor and verified by an internal verifier and subject to external examination procedures.

What are the entry qualifications?There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. However, you must ensure that you have the potential and opportunity to successfully gain the qualification. A BTEC in construction at Level 2 is desirable. Maths GCSE grade C and above is desirable.

What next?Achievement of this qualification provides opportunities to progress to further qualifications and training such as: NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision Technical, supervisory and management qualifications or positions within their own organisation. As part of lifelong learning Cskills Awards encourages learner progression. This qualification offers employment opportunities as individuals are demonstrating occupational competence by qualification achievement. Also can lead to apprenticeships in the construction industry.

Construction

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What will I learn?The qualification will give an understanding of the underpinning knowledge and practical skills to provide you with the common core principles of health and social care, enabling progression to employment or higher level education. This qualification is designed to be flexible so that it reflects individual career aspirations therefore making it possible to enter a specific vocation or to explore more specialist aspects of job roles within the sector. There are three compulsory core units plus three specialist units. The course is ideal for people who are unsure of specific potential career pathways, as it provides a broader understanding of the sector, with the possibility to specialise in areas such as caring for children or the elderly.

In Year 12 and Year 13 you will study the following units:

• Developing Effective Communication in Health and Social Care

• Equality, Diversity and Rights in Health and Social Care• Health, Safety and Security in Health and Social Care• Development Through the Life Stages• Sociolgical perspectives for HSC• Psychological perspectives• Safeguarding adults

How will I be assessed?• Through a series of internally assessed assignments.• Assignments for each unit.

What are the entry qualifications?In Year 12 – 5 GCSEs A* - C including a grade C or above in English and Maths a PASS Level 2 Health and Social Care is desirable but not essential. As you will be working with Children and vulnerable adults you’ll need a cleared CRB (police) check before you can start working with children/ adults.

In Year 13 – A Pass grade in Year 12 is required and completion of three units

What next?With the international recognition of BTEC courses such as this, you can progress straight into employment. If you are successful there are a variety of potential careers that you can explore, all of which will benefit from your studies. This is equivalent to one GCE A Level, and it is possible for you to progress further into higher education, as successful BTEC National qualifications give points on UCAS for university applications.

What level?Diploma in Health and Social CareSubsidary Diploma in Health and Social Care

Health and Social Care

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What will I learn?Information Technology is vital in just about every industry you can think of, from retail to banking and from music to sport - that’s why understanding technology is an important part of today’s education. This exciting modular course can be a flexible qualification that combines theory and applied learning. It will encourage you to explore the role of technology in various organisations, together with the ways in which creative and successful IT skills can help you thrive in the e-economy. Designed in conjunction with employers the course covers the technical, business and interpersonal skills that are required in the modern workplace.

This is a Level 3 course, and will require 2 years to complete. There are 6 Units of work in total, 3 will be completed in year 1 and 3 will be completed in year 2.

In Year 12

• Communication and Employability Skills• Computer Systems• Computer Animation

In Year 13

• Digital Graphics• Computer Game Design• Spreadsheet Modelling

What level?Subsidary Diploma in IT.

How will I be assessed?• 100% coursework• You can achieve a Pass, Merit or Distinction for each Unit• Units can consist of up to 4 assignments made up of

Grading Criteria

What are the entry qualifications?In Year 12 - 4 or 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above to include English Language, Maths and ICT.

In Year 13 – A Pass grade in Year 12 is required.

What next?Studying - a wide range of higher level ICT related courses.

Careers - computer programmer, game developer, networking administrator, web developer, IT support technician, database developer or business systems analyst.

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What will I learn?The qualification aims to:

• develop candidates’ knowledge of a range of different software application types

• develop the ability to use different applications effectively to meet a customer’s specified requirements

• develop candidates’ ability to manage information• develop candidates’ ability to plan, prioritise and evaluate

work tasks effectively• develop candidates’ skills, knowledge and testing in

contexts that are directly relevant to employment situations.

• prepare students with a wide range of media tasks ready for a Multimedia degree course

How will I be assessed?To achieve this qualification, candidates must complete a total of 45 credits, of which a minimum of 27 credits must be achieved at Level 3; the remaining credits can be at Level 2 or 3. Unit 301 and Unit 302 are mandatory units. The course is assessed per unit on Pass/Fail basisStudents can resubmit work if failedAll work is assessed in school and moderated by OCR

What level?Diploma in Creative iMedia.

What are the entry qualifications?In Year 12 – A genuine interest in ICT/Art/Graphics and passion for the creative media sector, Merit or higher at level 2 ICT, grade C or higher in English

In Year 13 – A Pass grade in Year 12 is required.

What next?iMedia will enable you to specialise or enter into a wide range of interactive media jobs including:

• web designers• graphic artists• multimedia producers• animators• sound designers• story boarders

Students studying the course have gained access to degree level multimedia courses at Worcester and Birmingham Universities.

iMedia

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What will I learn?In Year 12

• Principles of Acting• Applying Acting Styles• Devising Plays• Developing Physical Theatre• Performing With Masks• Theatre For Children

In Year 13

• Auditions For Actors• Theatre-in-Education• Drama Improvisation• Performing Arts Business• Performing To An Audience

What are the entry qualifications?In Year 12 – No previous GCSE Drama or BTEC Performing Arts experience is required, but students should have an interest in the subject and in working as part of an acting company.

In Year 13 – A Pass grade in Year 12 is required.

How will I be assessed?• 100% coursework – practical coursework supported by

written and recorded evidence.• No external examination.

What next?On successful completion of a BTEC National qualification, a learner can progress to or within employment and/or continue their study in the same, or related vocational area.It could also be your route to the following:

• A degree in Performing Arts (excluding Russell Group universities).

• Specialist qualification from an accredited theatre school.• Careers in acting, directing, production company work.• Previous Drama/ Performing Arts students have also

since gone onto a variety of careers including teaching, management and any career which requires confidence and working within a team.

What level?Subsidary Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting)

Performing Arts Acting

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What will I learn?Over two years students will have many exciting opportunities to develop their practical skills in a variety of dance styles. They will be able to perform within the Sixth Form as well as events off site such as Sandwell Dance Festival. You will also study theoretical units which will broaden subject knowledge and provide an understanding about the professional industry. The course is delivered by teaching staff from a variety of dance backgrounds and students will also have the opportunity to work with professional dance artists. In addition, you will be able to attend trips to London and Disneyland Paris to gain hands on experience of how the professionals work in the industry.

In Year 12• Jazz Dance• International Dance• Performing to an Audience• Performance Workshop• Applying Contemporary Dance Technique• Healthy Performer

In Year 13• Dance performance• Urban Dance• Choreographing Principles • Choreographing Dance• Performing Arts Business• Developing Contemporary Dance Technique

How will I be assessed?• 70% Practical exams • 30% Written coursework

What next?As the course prepares students to be versatile in many areas of dance, students will develop the skills necessary for degree level courses. Previous students have pursued their studies at top Universities which include Preston, Manchester and Chester. Students could also apply for performance based diplomas at centres such as Lanie Theatre Arts and Itali Conti Academy of the Arts. As the course covers a wide range of dance modules, students will be able to make decisions about a career route for the future such as: Performance, Teaching, Choreography, Dance Therapy, Fundraising/Marketing, Dance Costume / Lighting, Notation and Dance Journalism.

What level?Certificate in Performing Arts (Dance)Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance)Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance)Subsidary Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance)

Performing Arts Dance

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What will I learn?The Musical Theatre Course covers all three elements of the Performing Arts: Drama, Dance and Music. Although your may major in one particular area, you will be expected to learn and become competent in all three disciplines. The course work and examinations are built towards a production. During this course you will study a variety of units, which will develop your talents and introduce new ones. You will not only improve your practical skills but understand how to put on a practical production including the administration side, designing costumes, directing, lighting and sound.

Year 12

Acting AuditionsPerforming to an AudienceMusical Theatre PerformanceSinging Skills

Year 13

Singing SkillsVariety PerformanceDance Performance

How will I be assessed?• You will be assessed through written coursework, practical

tasks/observations.

What are the entry qualifications?At A Level - A Pass grade at AS Level is required.

At AS Level - Grade C or above in English GCSE and 4 other GCSE’s at Grade C or above.

What next?This course will prepare you for university as it teaches a range of skills in Musical Theatre which are transferable to any higher education course. This course prepares students for the following careers: Performer, Teacher in Education, Teacher in the Community, Teacher in the Private Sector, Chorographer, Director, Administration, Dance Notation, Arts Journalist, Technician, Lighting Designer, Costume Designer and many more.

What level?Certificate in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre)Diploma in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre)Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre)Subsidary Diploma in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre)

Performing Arts Musical Theatre

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What will I learn?Here at Oldbury Academy we offer a varied selection of Level 3 BTEC Sport courses to suit all abilities, as well as giving young people the opportunity where possible to gain qualifications in sports coaching and leadership.

In Year 12 students doing 5 hours a week will study the Level 3 Certificate in Sport;

• Unit 1: Principles Of Anatomy & Physiology in Sport• Unit 2: The Physiology of Fitness• Unit 3: Assessing Risk in Sport• Unit 7: Fitness Testing for Sports Exercise

In Year 13 students that continue to do 5 hours a week will study the Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma;

• Unit 5: Sports Coaching• Unit 8; Practical Team Sport• Unit 14: Exercise, Health and Lifestyle

In Year 12 students doing 10 hours a week will study the Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Sport (see units above).

In Year 13 students that continue to do 10 hours a week will study the Level 3 Diploma in Sport;

• Unit 4: Fitness Training and Programming• Unit 6: Sports Development• Unit 9: Practical Individual Sport or Unit 22: Rules and

Regulations in Sport• Unit 12: Current Issues in Sport• Unit 23; Organising an Event• Unit 26; Work Experience in Sport or Unit 13: Leadership in

Sport

How will I be assessed?• Assessment is completely coursework based. • Attendance, effort and behaviour will be monitored continuously.

What are the entry qualifications?In Year 12 - Students are required to achieve 4 A – C grades at GCSE including English and Science. Excellent ICT skills are paramount. Students should be actively involved in sport both in and out of school. Having studied a BTEC previously may be advantageous.

In Year 13 - A minimum Pass grade in Year 12 across all units studied is required.

What next?BTEC Nationals QCF Level 3 qualifications are designed to provide highly specialist work-related qualifications in a range of vocational sectors. They give students the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare for employment. The qualifications also provide career development opportunities for those wanting to move onto higher education, degree and professional development programmes. This course can be taken as a double award by completing further units.

What level?Certificate in SportDiploma in Sport (Development, Coaching & Fitness)Extended Diploma in Sport (Development, Coaching & Fitness)Level 3 90 - Credit Diploma in SportSubsidary Diploma in Sport

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What will I learn?

This course aims to help you improve your written and oral language skills and involves a considerable amount of literary study.

How will I be assessed?This course is offered primarily to students already undertaking another full-time course at the academy. If you are retaking GCSE English, you should previously have achieved grade D or E.

What next?This qualification will enhance your prospects in any chosen area.

English GCSE

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What will I learn?This course will help you to achieve a good grade in Maths in order to progress to an A Level course or gain appropriate employment.

How will I be assessed?The scheme of assessment consists of two tiers: Higher and Foundation Tier.

Those following the Foundation tier can achieve grades G-C and those following the Higher tier can achieve grades E-A*.The specification consists of two examinations: Paper 1 – non-calculator (worth 50%) and Paper 2 – calculator (worth 50%).

What next?Full time students on other courses can join this course with an existing GCSE grade D-E. They must be hardworking and willing to put in the time outside of the Academy day to achieve the grade that they strive for.

Maths GCSE

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