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  • For examination in 2019

    Year 10/11 Subject Selection

  • Foreword

    At the core of YCIS’s beliefs lies the ideal that we wish to produce global citizens who will lead the world with a mixture of intelligence, compassion and cultural understanding. To support our students to develop into these leaders, students in the Year 10-11 programme at YCIS engage in a two-year course of study in a range of different subject areas. Students who complete our programme of study are able to access a range of qualifications designed by the University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) as part of their internationally renowned secondary programme, the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). The qualifications are created ‘with an international audience in mind, making them interesting, valuable and relevant for students around the world.’1

    The IGCSE qualification is widely recognised in schools, universities and other educational institutions the world over as strong evidence of academic ability. With its combination of courses available and assessment methods, the IGCSE is seen as an ideal preparation for many university entry programmes, such as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), A Levels and the Advanced Placement (AP) courses.

    Students at YCIS are guided and challenged throughout to ensure that each and every student is capable of achieving to their highest possible standard in each subject. With a well thought out course design and a solid commitment to their studies, students enter the Year 12-13 programme with a sufficient breadth of knowledge and skills to enable them to successfully engage in our IBDP programme.

    YCIS students also receive a comprehensive education in morals, beliefs and skills. It is our belief

    that academics alone does not a successful global citizen make; solid character education is an integral part of this process.

    We wish students all the very best in their studies. If you have any questions about this process, please do not hesitate to contact the IGCSE coordinator.

    Jonathan EvansIGCSE [email protected] 7666

    CIE website: www.cie.org.uk

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    mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]://www.cie.org.ukhttp://www.cie.org.uk

  • Introduction1

  • The Programme & Designing your Course

    The Year 10 -11 programme at YCIS is a two-year programme of study. There are five compulsory subjects alongside three optional subjects. All subjects are taught through the medium of English, with the exception of Chinese, and at the end of the two-year programme, students will sit for externally assessed examinations. To be considered for entry into the Year 10/11 programme, students must have:

    completed Year 9 or the equivalent;a sufficiently high level of English ability as indicated by:

    Year 9 English assessments;the English entrance test at our School; ORthe IELTS (check with your local British Council) in your country (Level 4 or higher).

    Year 10/11 subjects are grouped into five different categories: Languages, Humanities & Social Sciences, Science, Mathematics and Creative, Technical & Vocational. When choosing your subjects, at least one subject from each group should be included in your final selections. The relevant departments will place students into their English and Chinese classes to account for their individual language learning needs.

    Your education and future relies on you making informed, responsible and sensible decisions. The main factors in making

    decisions about selection of subjects for parents and students are:

    interest in the subject;enjoyment of the subject;willingness to apply oneself to the study of the subject; and ability in the subject.

    Parents, teachers and older siblings are a great resource for advice on making subject choices, but the final choice should lie with the student. Students should not choose a subject because their friends are doing it. Course changes cannot be made after the first two cycles of Year 10, so if a student does not enjoy a subject, chances are they will not be as successful. They are the ones who have to attend the classes, complete the assignments and sit the exams.

    Students and their families should also take into account their future plans. Looking at how the IGCSE qualification is structured and how this follows on to other programmes is another factor to consider when making your choices. One element which could have an effect on your choices is the International Certificate of Education (ICE) Group Award from CIE. This award, outlined below, is structured in a similar way to IBDP courses and may be of use to students when thinking about their subject groupings.

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  • Overview of IGCSE Subjects

    Compulsory SubjectsStudents study five compulsory subjects: Periods per cycle• English: First Language English or English as a Second Language......................................... 6 • Chinese: First Language Chinese or Foreign Language Chinese (Mandarin)...................... 6• Mathematics ................................................................................................................................................6• Science: Coordinated Sciences ............................................................................................................6• Global Perspectives....................................................................................................................................4

    In English, students will be placed in First Language English or in English as a Second Language, according to their English language experience and ability. The First Language English option includes the World Literature examination and therefore counts as two IGCSE qualifications. Students taking English as a Second Language may also be selected to study World Literature.

    Students may be invited to take Additional Mathematics. This option begins in Year 9 and will result in students sitting for the Cambridge International Mathematics (Extension) as well as the Additional Mathematics examinations.

    Optional SubjectsThree optional subjects, taken five periods per cycle, are chosen by each student to complete their course. To ensure that students are getting as broad an education as possible and to keep their options at IB level open, students are advised to choose up to 2 subjects from both group II and V (see next section).

    For students whose mother tongue is neither English nor Chinese, we are able to assist families to enter into the examination for some languages. This language will need to be studied in the student’s own time, with a qualified language tutor. Students will not be allowed to receive a reduced school timetable by entering in this syllabus, however we will provide the student with all the necessary syllabus information from CIE to ensure that you are able to adequately prepare for the examination.

    Students are reminded that all courses are subject to timetabling, class sizes and teacher constraints.

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  • International Certificate of Education (ICE) Group AwardStudents who take a certain combination of subjects, will be eligible for an extra award: the International Certificate of Education (ICE) Group Award of the IGCSE. This award requires the study of subjects drawn from the five different IGCSE groups, including two languages. There are three levels of achievement in this award:

    Distinction: Grade A(a) in five subjects and Grade C(c) or above in two subjectsMerit: Grade C(c) or above in five subjects and Grade F(f ) or above in two subjects.Pass: Grade G(g) or above in seven subjects.

    This award shows that students have a broad and balanced curriculum, and flows neatly into the requirements for IBDP course selection.

    Group I: Languages

    English – First Language

    Group I: Languages Chinese – First Language

    Group I: Languages English as a Second LanguageGroup I: Languages Chinese (Mandarin) – Foreign Language

    Group II: Humanities and Social Sciences

    Economics

    Group II: Humanities and Social Sciences

    GeographyGroup II: Humanities and Social Sciences Global Perspectives

    Group II: Humanities and Social Sciences

    History

    Group II: Humanities and Social Sciences

    World Literature

    Group III: Sciences Coordinated SciencesGroup III: SciencesCombined Science

    Group IV: Mathematics Additional MathematicsGroup IV: Mathematics Cambridge International Mathematics

    Group V: Creative Technical and Vocational

    Art and Design

    Group V: Creative Technical and Vocational

    Business Studies

    Group V: Creative Technical and Vocational

    Design and Technology - Graphics

    Group V: Creative Technical and Vocational

    Design and Technology – Resistant MaterialsGroup V: Creative Technical and

    Vocational

    DramaGroup V: Creative Technical and Vocational Enterprise

    Group V: Creative Technical and Vocational

    Computer Science

    Group V: Creative Technical and Vocational

    Music

    Group V: Creative Technical and Vocational

    Physical Education (PE)

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  • The Components of the IB Diploma Programme

    At YCIS, students follow the Year 10/11 programme with the IB Programme. The basic structure of the IB Programme and subjects offered at YCIS is included below and can be used as extra supporting details when making Year 10/11 subject choices.

    Students are required to study SIX subjects covering the following major fields of learning:

    Group 1: Studies in Language and LiteratureChinese / English A Literature (HL/SL), Chinese / English A Language & Literature (HL/SL)

    Group 2: Language AcquisitionChinese B (HL/SL), Ab InitioEnglish B (HL/SL)

    Group 3: Individual and Society (Humanities)Business Studies, Economics, Geography, History (HL/SL)Environmental Systems & Societies (SL only), Psychology (HL/SL)

    Group 4: SciencesBiology, Chemistry, Physics, Design Technology, Computer Science (HL/SL)Environmental Systems and Societies, Sports, Health and Exercise Science (SL only)

    Group 5: Mathematics

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  • Mathematical Studies (SL only)Mathematics (HL/SL)

    Group 6: The ArtsVisual Arts, Music, Theatre (HL/SL)

    To be eligible for a HL subject, students must take that subject at IGCSE and receive a B grade or better in their final IGCSE examination. For your reference, the progression from IGCSE subjects to their IB counterparts is on the following page. The pathways presented are to be used as an initial guide to course progression. Other options may be available to students upon completion of the IGCSE depending on achievement and individual needs.

    More information regarding our IB Programme can be obtained from the IB Coordinator, Ms Maria Sieve, in A206.

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    IGCSE Subjects

    • First Language Chinese

    • First Language English & World Literature

    IB Subjects

    • Chinese/Eng A Literature

    • Chinese/Eng A Language & Literature

    • Mandarin Chinese• ESL & Literature• ESL

    • Chinese B / Ab Initio• Eng B / Eng A (SL courses only)

    • Eng B

    • Int Maths - Core• Int Maths - Ext• Additional Maths

    • Maths Studies• Maths - SL• Maths - HL

    • Combined Science• Coordinated Sciences

    • Bio/Chem/Physics SL Only, ESS

    • Bio/Chem/Physics, ESS

    • Economics• Geography• Global Perspectives• History

    • Economics• Geography• History

    • Art & Design• Business Studies• DT - G/RM• Drama• Enterprise• Computer Science• Music• Physical Education

    • Art & Design• Business & Management

    • DT• Theatre• Computer Science• Music• Sports, Health & Exercise Science

  • Section A: Complusory Subjcts

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  • First Language Chinese

    Subject Title and Code: First Language Chinese 0509

    Periods Per Cycle: 6

    Course Aims:The aims are to:• enable students to communicate accurately,

    appropriately and effectively in writing;• enable students to understand and respond

    appropriately to what they read;• encourage students to enjoy and appreciate

    the variety of language;• complement the students’ other areas of

    study by developing skills of a more general

    application (e.g. analysis, synthesis, drawing of inferences);

    • p r o m o t e t h e s t u d e n t s ’ p e r s o n a l development and an understanding of themselves and others.

    Skills: A. Reading: Students should be able to understand and collate explicit meanings;understand, explain and collate implicit meanings and attitudes;select, analyse and evaluate what is relevant to specific purposes;understand how writers achieve effects.

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  • B. Writing: Students should be able to:articulate experience and express what is thought, felt and imagined;order and present facts, ideas and opinions;understand and use a range of appropriate vocabulary;use language and register appropriate to audience and context;make accurate and effective use of paragraphs, grammatical structures, sentences, punctuation and spelling.

    Assessment

    PaperPaperPaper Weighting: ExtendedAssessment 1 (Reading -2 hours)

    2 (Writing-1.25 hours: A Composition of 600 characters)

    1 (Reading -2 hours)2 (Writing-1.25 hours: A

    Composition of 600 characters)

    1 (Reading -2 hours)2 (Writing-1.25 hours: A

    Composition of 600 characters)

    60%40%

    Resources and Texts《中国语⽂文》⼗十年年级、⼗十⼀一年年级 (上海海耀中中学⾃自编教材)

    《倾城之恋》 张爱玲

    《呐喊》鲁迅

    《读者⼈人⽂文读本》 彭⻓长城(主编)⽢甘肃⼈人⺠民出版社

    《赵丽宏散⽂文》

    《杏林林⼦子作品精选》 杏林林⼦子 宣道

    《城南旧事》 林林海海⾳音

    《孩⼦子,你慢慢来》 ⻰龙应台

    《妞妞——⼀一个⽗父亲的札记》周国平

    《雅舍⼩小品》梁梁实秋

    《外国散⽂文百年年精华》 陶良华(主编) ⼈人⺠民⽂文学

    《散⽂文随笔》 ⻰龙应台(主编)上海海科学院

    《星新⼀一短篇⼩小说》

    Additional CommentsStudents in Y10 who have completed the Year 9 Chinese Language and Literature course are all required to attend this course.All candidates take Papers 1 and 2 and are eligible for the award of grade A* to G.

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  • Mandarin Chinese

    Subject Title and Code:Mandarin Chinese 0547

    Periods Per Cycle: 6

    Subject ContentTopics:• Everyday Activities• Personal and Social Life• The World Around Us• The World of Work• The International WorldSkills: Listening and Speaking

    • to report, express opinions and respond to questions on a topic

    • to play a part in discussion; to choose and organise ideas and present them clearly

    • to adapt to the needs of the audience and situation

    Reading• to show comprehensive of a wider range

    of texts, including magazines and newspaper likely to be read by young people

    • to demonstrate the ability to identify the important point or themes within an extended piece of writing

    • to draw conclusion from and see relations within an extended text

    Writing

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  • • to express thoughts, feelings and opinions in order to interest, inform or convince• to demonstrate adequate control of vocabulary, syntax and grammar, punctuation• to be able to produce an article or a story with no less than 150 Chinese characters

    Assessment

    PaperPaper Weighting: Core

    Weighting: Extended

    Assessment

    1 (Listening: 35 minutes)2 (Reading and Directed Writing:1.5 hours)

    3 (Speaking: 15 minutes)4 (Continuous Writing: 1.25 hours)

    1 (Listening: 35 minutes)2 (Reading and Directed Writing:1.5 hours)

    3 (Speaking: 15 minutes)4 (Continuous Writing: 1.25 hours)

    33%33%33%N/A

    25%25%25%25%

    Texts and Resources 1. Liberate The Joy of Learning Chinese Book 3, Book 4 & Book 52. Chinese Made Easy Book 5, Yamin Ma & Xinying Li3. Zhong Wen Book 104. A+ Chinese I & II, Carol Chen5. New Practical Chinese Reader Text Book 1-4, Liu Xun6. New Practical Chinese Reader Workbook 1-4, Liu Xun7. Standard Chinese Course, Zhengcheng Huang8. Advanced Spoken Chinese, Chen Ru9. The Learned Chinese, Xiaoqi Li & Yanfeng Zhao 10. Zhongguotong Stage 3 & 4 Senior Secondary 11. A New Chinese Course Book, Zhengcheng Huang12. An Extensive Reading Course of Intermediate Chinese, Xiaobing Zhou & Shi-yuan Zhang13. HanYu For Intermediate Students, Peter Chang, Alyce Mackerras & Yu Hsiu-Ching

    Additional CommentsStudents in Y10 who have completed at least CAL-2 (Chinese as an Additional Language Level 2) course are all required to attend this course.Candidates who have followed the Core curriculum and take the relevant papers 1, 2 and 3 are eligible for the award of grades C to G only. Candidates who have followed the Core and Extended curriculum and take all the relevant papers 1, 2, 3 and 4 are eligible for the award of Grade A* to G.

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  • Chinese as a Second Langauge

    Subject Title and Code:

    Chinese as a Second Language 0523

    Periods per cycle: 5

    Subject content:

    Reading

    All candidates should be able to:

    - demonstrate the ability to recognise public notices and signs (including timetables and advertisements)

    - demonstrate the ability to extract relevant specific information from forms, letters, brochures and examples of imaginative writing considered likely to be within the experience of and reflecting the interests of young people from varied cultural backgrounds

    - scan for particular information, organise the relevant information and present it in a logical manner/given format.

    In addition, candidates aiming for Grades A* to C should be able to:

    - demonstrate the ability to extract relevant information from a wider range of texts, including magazines and newspapers likely to be read by young people

    - demonstrate the ability to identify the important points or themes within an extended piece of writing

    - draw conclusions from and see relations within an extended text.

    Writing

    All candidates should be able to:

    - carry out simple writing tasks, such as completing forms, writing postcards or short letters in an appropriate and accurate form of Chinese in response to a written stimulus

    - demonstrate the ability to describe, report, give personal information identify, organise and present given material in a particular form.

    In addition, candidates aiming for Grades A* to C should be able to:

    - carry out longer writing tasks on a wider range of topics in response to a written stimulus.

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  • Speaking

    All candidates should be able to:

    - demonstrate competence in a range of spoken activities, e.g. respond to questions on topics within a defined range such as past and present schooling, future plans, current affairs conduct a sustained conversation.

    In addition, candidates aiming for Grades A* to C should be able to:

    - demonstrate greater flexibility in dealing with new, topical ideas show a sense of audience.

    Texts and Resources

    Easy Step to Chinese Book 6, Yamin Ma & Xinying Li

    Easy Step to Chinese Book 7, Yamin Ma & Xinying Li

    Easy Step to Chinese Book 8, Yamin Ma & Xinying Li

    Zhongwenduben Book 2

    YCIS Chinese Language and Literature Text Books (Year 7 to Year 9)

    Additional Comments

    Students in Y10 who have completed at least CAL6 (Chinese as an Additional Language Level 6) course are recommended to attend this course.


    Students who wish to take IB Chinese B HL course in Year 12 need to attend this course.

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    Paper Weighting

    1. Reading and Writing (2 hours - 70 marks)

    Reading 30% Writing 40%

    2. Speaking (10 - 12 minutes - 60 marks)

    Speaking 30%

  • First Language English and World Literature

    Subject Title and Code:First Language English and World Literature 0500 and 0408

    Periods Per Cycle: 6

    Subject Content

    ! Reading Passages:S t u d e n t s w i l l d e v e l o p s k i l l s i n understanding, presenting, evaluating and analysing information, opinions and experience and in communicating perceptions accurately, appropriately and effectively.

    ! Directed Writing and Composition:

    Students will learn to accurately and effectively present and order facts, ideas, opinions and articulate experiences.

    ! Usage:Students will learn to use grammatical s t r u c t u r e s a c c u r a t e l y , i n c l u d i n g paragraphing, sentence struc ture, punctuation and spelling. They will use formal and/or informal language and other features of register appropriate to their audience.

    ! Oral and Aural Communication:Students will develop skills in orally expressing information, opinions, ideas and perceptions accurately and in

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  • evaluating others’ use of language. Students will learn to recognise implicit and explicit meaning and to respond effectively.

    Assessment

    Student achievement and progress will be assessed in a variety of ways during the programme, including debates and other oral presentations, essays and written commentaries. The entire course will be assessed externally at the end of Year 11 through a series of examination papers. Exactly which papers each student will write depends on individual progress. Students may sit Core or Extension papers for the language component and will receive ongoing advice about their options in this regard.

    The assessment for World Literature will have 2 components. The first is a course work component worth 50% of the grade. This will be in the form of a portfolio that each student will complete over the 2 years. The second component is 2 examination papers. In the first paper students will be required to answer a passage-based question on an unseen passage. The second paper will be questions based on the literature texts studied over the course of the 2 years. These types of questions will be extensively practiced throughout the programme.

    Resources and Texts

    Students’ main texts will be Hodder English 4 (ed. S. Hackman) and English as a First Language for IGCSE (by Lucantoni), which they will use to explore language in a variety of genres. These texts will be supplemented by a range of other texts, such as novels, plays and poems, which will be chosen according to the needs and interests of the students and the prescribed texts, set by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate.

    Possible Drama Texts:Jean Tay – BoomShakespeare – Romeo and JulietHansberry - A Raisin in the Sun

    Possible Poetry Texts:Collection of poetry from around the worldAssorted - Songs of Ourselves

    Possible Prose Texts:Merle Hodge – Crick Crack Monkey (Trinidad)Dai Sijie - Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress (France)Kamala Markandaya - Nectar in a SieveShort stories from Stories of Ourselves

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  • Additional Comments

    The IGCSE English First Language and World Literature programme provides the opportunity for students to develop a broad range of language skills. Students will analyse and evaluate texts in a wide range of genres, including literary works of prose, poetry and drama. They will develop their understanding of effective and accurate language usage and be perceptive of audience, intention, point of view and opinion. In addition to appreciating the skills of others in articulating their ideas effectively, students will develop their own skills in expressing their ideas and communicating their experience correctly and with precision. This will require the expanding of their range of vocabulary and increasing their skills in structuring their written work accurately.Furthermore, students will explore a range of literary texts from a variety of cultures and regions in the world identifying the skills and methods the writers use to construct meaning. These texts will be analysed and interpreted according to a range of criteria and students will express their insights and opinions in accurate, effective writing and speech. Students will explore themes, discuss the social and other implications of the works studied and be able to compare the different criteria of various genres investigated. Students will analyse plot and characterisation and be able to explain how writers achieve their effects. The texts studied will include novels, short stories, poetry and drama.

    The programme is designed for students who wish to be considered for the IB English A1 Programme, which is an intensive literature/language-based course of study. Many schools and universities require successful achievement in First Language English as a prerequisite for studying English, and sometimes other subjects, at more advanced levels. It is important students realise the significance of these requirements and set their goals accordingly from the start of their IGCSE studies. The achievement of high grades will require consistent and determined effort from the start of students’ IGCSE programmes.

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  • English as a Second Language and World Literature

    Subject Title and Code:English as a Second Language and World Literature 0510 and 0408

    Periods Per Cycle: 6

    Subject Content

    Students will study a range of text types, inc luding newspaper repor ts , t ravel brochures, information pamphlets and magazine articles. They will develop skills in comprehension, sentence construction and extended writing. Extensive practice in the four skill areas of reading, writing, speaking

    and listening will form the basis of the students’ studies.

    Assessment

    Student achievement and progress will be assessed in a variety of ways during the programme, including debates and other oral p r e s e n t a t i o n s , e s s a y s a n d w r i t t e n commentaries. The entire course will be assessed externally at the end of Year 11 through a series of examination papers.

    The assessment for World Literature will have 2 components. The first is a course work component worth 50% of the grade. This will

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  • be in the form of a portfolio that each student will complete over the 2 years. The second component is 2 examination papers. In the first paper students will be required to answer a passage-based question on an unseen passage. The second paper will be questions based on the literature texts studied over the course of the 2 years. These types of questions will be extensively practiced throughout the programme.

    Resources and Texts

    Students’ main text will be English as a Second Language for IGCSE by Lucantoni. A variety of supplementary texts will be used to expand students’ exposure to English language usage in many situations. These texts will be supplemented by a range of other texts, such as novels, plays and poems, which will be chosen according to the needs and interests of the students and the prescribed texts, set by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate.

    Possible Drama Texts:Jean Tay – BoomShakespeare – Romeo and JulietHansberry - A Raisin in the Sun

    Possible Poetry Texts:Collection of poetry from around the worldAssorted - Songs of Ourselves

    Possible Prose Texts:Merle Hodge – Crick Crack Monkey (Trinidad)Dai Sijie - Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress (France)Kamala Markandaya - Nectar in a SieveShort stories from Stories of Ourselves

    Additional Comments

    The IGCSE English Second Language and World Literature programme aims to enable students to develop the ability to use English to communicate effectively in a variety of situations. The subject matter will reflect an international perspective. Topics selected will support the interests and needs of the candidates in using English as a Second Language, such as education, the world of work, current affairs and travel. However, students will be expected to read widely. Furthermore, students will be expected to participate in a variety of oral activities and to contribute to classroom activities. Students will develop an awareness of the structure of language and extend skills required for further study or employment using English as the medium.

    Furthermore, students will explore a range of literary texts, identifying the skills and methods the writers use to construct meaning. These texts will be analysed and interpreted according to a

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  • range of criteria and students will express their insights and opinions in accurate, effective writing and speech. Students will explore themes, discuss the social and other implications of the works studied and be able to compare the different criteria of various genres investigated. Students will analyse plot and characterisation and be able to explain how writers achieve their effects. The texts studied will include novels, short stories, poetry and drama.

    The programme is designed for students who wish to be considered for the IB English A: Literature SL Programme, which is an intensive literature-based course of study. Many schools and universities require successful achievement in English as a prerequisite for many programmes at advanced levels. It is important students realise the significance of these requirements and set their goals accordingly from the start of their IGCSE studies. The achievement of high grades will require consistent and determined effort from the start of students’ IGCSE programmes.

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  • English as a Second Language

    Subject Title and Code:English as a Second Language 0510

    Periods Per Cycle: 6

    Subject Content

    Students will study a range of text types, including opinionated newspaper and magazine ar t ic les , t ravel brochures, information pamphlets and reports, research posters and presentations and letters. They will develop skills in comprehension, sentence construction and extended writing. Extensive practice in the four skill areas of reading,

    writing, speaking and listening will form the basis of the students’ studies.
Assessment

    Student achievement and progress will be assessed in a variety of ways during the course. The final exam at the end of Year 11 will be in the form of two examination papers and an additional oral exam. Students will be able to enter for Core or Extended assessment. Teachers will discuss students’ options and progress with them on an ongoing basis.

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  • Resources and Texts

    The main text will be English as a Second Language for IGCSE by Peter Lucantoni. A variety of supplementary texts, websites and other resources will be used to expand students’ exposure to English language usage in many situations.

    Additional Comments

    The IGCSE English Second Language programme aims to enable students to develop the ability to use English to communicate effectively in a variety of situations. The subject matter will reflect an international perspective. Topics selected will support the interests and needs of the candidates in using English as a Second Language, such as education, the world of work, current affairs and travel. Students will be expected to read widely.  Furthermore, students will be expected to participate actively in a variety of oral activities and to contribute to classroom discussion. Students will develop an awareness of the structure of language and extend skills required for further study or employment using English as the medium.

    The programme is designed for students of English as a Second Language who wish to be considered for the IB English B Programme and will give students the opportunity to use English in education and employment in the international sphere in the future.

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  • Cambridge International Mathematics

    Subject Title and Code:Cambridge International Mathematics 0607

    Periods Per Cycle: 6

    Assessment

    InternalThe students will be assessed regularly at the end of each topic, with a formal or objective examination. There will be on-going evaluation of their ability and application of the concepts being taught.

    ExternalCandidates who take the Core exam:Paper 1 (45 minutes): Short answer questionsPaper 3 (1 ½ hours): Structured questionsPaper 5 (1 hour): One investigation question

    Candidates who take the Extended exam will take:Paper 2 (45 minutes): Short answer questionsPaper 4 (2 ¼ hours): Structured questionsPaper 6 (1 ½ hours): One investigation question and one modelling question

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  • Subject ContentYear Semester 1Semester 1 Semester 210 Number, Sets

    Squares, roots. CubesFractions, percentage %OrderingStandard FormFour RulesEstimationDirected numbersLimits of accuracyRatio/ProportionPercentagesGraphing Display Calculator UseAlgebraic formulaAlgebraic manipulationIndices

    Number, SetsSquares, roots. CubesFractions, percentage %OrderingStandard FormFour RulesEstimationDirected numbersLimits of accuracyRatio/ProportionPercentagesGraphing Display Calculator UseAlgebraic formulaAlgebraic manipulationIndices

    MeasuresTimeConstructions IndicesEquations/InequalitiesGeometric termsCircle geometryMeasurementPersonal financeFunctions (Ext)Graphs and Inequalities

    11 Graphs/practicalGraphs of functionsStatisticsProbabilityLogarithms(Ext)LocusAngle propertiesTriangle Trigonometry (Ext)Circle Trigonometry (Ext)

    Graphs/practicalGraphs of functionsStatisticsProbabilityLogarithms(Ext)LocusAngle propertiesTriangle Trigonometry (Ext)Circle Trigonometry (Ext)

    VectorsTransformationsExam Revision

    Resources and TextsText: IGCSE International Mathematics, Haese and HarrisTI-84+ Graphing Calculator required: Student purchase

    Additional Comments

    All students will commence study towards completing the IGCSE Cambridge International Mathematics extended tier curriculum. In the event that a student demonstrates significant struggles with the extended tier components, the Mathematics department reserve the right to modify a students learning program and make a recommendation that the student take the core tier external examination.

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  • Additional Mathematics

    Subject Title and Code:Additional Mathematics 0606

    Periods Per Cycle: 6

    Assessment

    Internal

    The students will be assessed regularly – end of topic – with a formal/ objective examination. There will be on-going evaluation of their ability and application of the concepts being taught.

    External

    Paper 1 (2 hours): Short answer questions Weighting of 50%.Paper 2 (2 hours): Structured questions Weighting of 50%.

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  • Subject Content

    Year 1 Semester 1 Semester 2Sets, Venn diagrams, logicSurds & IndicesFunctionsFactors of polynomialsLogarithmic and exponential FunctionsPermutations and combinationsBinomial expansionsMatrices

    Circular measureTriangle trigonometry Circle trigonometry1st, 2nd,third degree graphsSimultaneous equationsInverse and Direct Proportion

    Year 2 Semester 3 Semester 4Calculus, differentiation and integrationRates of change, distance-rate-time graphs

    Vectors

    Resources and Texts

    Text: Additional Mathematics, Pearson Education South Asia Pte Ltd (2006)Various resources are used for this course, including Pure Mathematics 1 and 2, Heinneman and New Additional Mathematics, Pan Pacific Publications (S) Pte Ltd, 2001

    Additional Comments

    This is a two year course. Students that enter this course will have already completed the IGCSE Extended syllabus in Year 9 through teacher recommendation previously. Only those students in Advanced Year 9 Mathematics will be considered for direct entry to this course.

    Students in Year 10 Extended Mathematics, should they wish to be considered for entry to the Additional Mathematics program, must conference with the Head of Mathematics to determine eligibility.

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  • Coordinated Sciences

    Subject Title and Code:Coordinated Sciences 0654

    Periods Per Cycle: 7

    Subject Content

    Biology Characteristics of living organisms, Cells, E n z y m e s , N u t r i t i o n , Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n , Respiration, Coordination and response, Reproduction, Inheritance, Energy flow in ecosystems, Human influences on the ecosystem.

    ChemistryThe particulate nature of matter, Experimental techniques, Atoms, elements and compounds, Stoichiometry, Electricity and chemistry, Energy changes in chemical reactions, Chemical reactions, Acids, bases and salts, The Periodic Table, Metals, Air and water, Sulfur, Carbonates, Organic chemistry.

    Physics Motion, Matter and Forces, Energy, Work and Power, Simple kinetic molecular model of matter, Matter and Thermal Properties, Transfer of thermal energy, Waves, Light,

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  • Electromagnetic spectrum, Sound, Magnetism, Electricity, Electric circuits, Electromagnetic effects, Radioactivity.

    Assessment

    Resources and TextsThe textbooks used are published by Oxford University Press. They are:

    • Complete Biology for IGCSE (ISBN 9780199151363) • Complete Physics for IGCSE (ISBN 9780199151332) • Complete Chemistry for IGCSE (ISBN 9780199151356)

    Other texts are used to support the standard text books.

    Additional Comments

    This course is a ‘double award’ subject, which means that if students are successful with the external examinations, they will receive an award equivalent to two subjects. The course leads onto the International Baccalaureate (IB) Standard and Higher Level courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Design Technology and the Standard level courses offered in Environmental Systems in Years 12 and 13.

    The approach taken is integrated between the three sciences. Concepts in one science are connected to concepts and situations in the other two sciences. There is an emphasis on practical work and safety in the laboratory. Students are taught how to problem solve using logical thinking based in scientific principles.

    Many schools and universities require high achievement in Science as a prerequisite for studying at more advanced levels. It is important students realise the significance of these requirements and set their goals accordingly from the start of their Year 10/11 studies. The achievement of high grades will require consistent and determined effort throughout the two year course.

    For students who demonstrate significant struggles in Science, the Science department reserve the right to modify the learning program and/or make a recommendation that the student complete the IGCSE Combined Science qualification

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    Paper Weighting Content

    1 30% Multiple Choice

    2 or 3 50% Short Answer

    6 20% Experimental Questions

  • IGCSE Global Perspectives

    Subject Title and Code:Global Perspectives 0457

    Periods Per Cycle: 4

    Subject AimsGlobal Perspectives provides opportunities for enquiry into, and reflection on, key global issues from a personal, local/national and global perspective and aims to develop learners who:

    • Are independent and empowered to take their place in an

    ever-changing, information-heavy, interconnected world.

    • Have an analytical, evaluative grasp of global issues and their causes, effects and solutions.

    • Enquire into and reflect on issues independently and in collaboration with others from a variety of different cultures, communities and countries.

    • Can communicate sensitively with people from a variety of backgrounds.

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  • • Work independently as well as part of a team, directing much of their own learning with the teacher as facilitator.

    • Consider important issues from personal, local/national and global perspectives and understand the links between them.

    • Critically assess the information available to them and make judgements.

    • Can support judgements with lines of reasoning.

    • Have a sense of their own, active place in the world.

    • Can empathise with the needs and rights of others.

    Subject ContentThe course is built around a series of topics, containing issues of global importance that are considered from a variety of scales. The issues provide a stimulating context through which the necessary skills are developed for candidates to participate as active, global citizen in the future.

    Some examples of the topics available for study are:

    • Humans and Other Species• Technology and the Economic

    Divide• Law and Criminality• Disease and Health• Language and Communication

    Assessment:Candidates take three compulsory components: Individual Research, Group Project & Written Paper.

    1. Written Paper (35%) - The 1 hour and 15 minute paper consists of compulsory questions based on a range of resources provided with the paper. This is an external exam.

    2. Individual Research (35%) - Students carry out research based on one topic area and submit one 1500 - 2000 word research report which is internally assessed.

    3. Group Project (30%) - The Group project comprises of two elements - the group element (10 marks) and the individual element (60 marks). In the group element, students collaborate to produce a plan and carry out a group project based on research into one topic area. In the individual element, students evaluate and report on the plan, process and outcome of the group project as well as their individual contributions to the project.

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  • Resources and Texts

    Cambridge IGCSE Global Perspectives – Jo Lally (core text) Variety of information sources including DVDs, websites and other sources relating to

    the key issues.

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  • Section B: Optional Subjects

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  • Art and Design

    Subject Title and Code:Art and Design 0400

    Time Allocated: 5 periods per cycle

    Subject Content

    The aim of the Art and Design course is to stimulate, encourage and develop:

    • An ability to record from direct observation and personal experience;

    • An ability to identify and solve problems in visual and tactile form;

    • Creativity, visual awareness, critical and cultural understanding;

    • An imaginative, creative and intuitive response;

    • Confidence, enthusiasm and a sense of achievement in the practice of Art and Design;

    • Growing independence in the refinement and development of ideas and personal outcomes;

    • Engagement and experimentation with a range of media, materials and techniques including new media where appropriate;

    • Experience of working in relevant frameworks and exploration of manipulative skills necessary to form,

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  • compose and communicate in two and/or three dimensions;• Knowledge of a working vocabulary relevant to the subject and an interest in, and a critical

    awareness of other practitioners, environments and cultures;• Investigative, analytical, experimental, interpretative, practical, technical and expressive

    skills which aid effective and independent learning.

    Students will explore the world of visual art through studio practice and investigation of contemporary and historical art and artists. The course is broken down into four units each running for approximately 8 weeks. Each unit will be explored with a series of preparatory exercises that will lead to the creation of one or more final works.

    Any combination of following areas of study are undertaken: Observational & Interpretative Studio Work, Painting & Drawing, Design Studies, (Fashion, Graphics, or Photography,) 3D Studies, and Historical and Critical Studies.

    Students will also refine their drawing and painting skills and add new techniques to their repertoire. They will extend their ability to recognise and render form and structure. Students will learn to assess a design problem and arrive at an appropriate solution. They will be encouraged to express ideas visually and respond in an individual and personal way.

    Assessment

    Students complete 2 parts for their final grade.

    Part Title DurationWeighti

    ngRequirement

    1*Observational/Interpretative Assignment

    8 hours 50%Examination piece

    plus up to two sheets of supporting studies

    2 Design Assignment 8 hours 50%Examination piece

    plus up to two sheets of supporting studies

    3Critical and Historical

    Assignmentn/a 50%

    Folder of 1500–2000 words with

    illustrative material (maximum size A2)

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  • *Please note this section of the course is compulsory

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  • Business Studies

    Subject Title and Code:Business Studies 0450

    Time Allocated: 5 periods per cycle

    Subject Content

    Business Organisations and ActivityMarketingHuman ResourcesAccountingProductionExternal Influences on Business

    Assessment

    There are 2 written papers both lasting 1 hour 30 minutes and worth 50% of the total final grade:

    Paper 1 consists of short answer questions.

    Paper 2 is a case study. The questions will focus on a business problem or situation outlined in the case study and will consist of short and long answer questions.

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  • Resources and Texts

    • Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies by Karen Borrington and Peter Stimpson• Current magazine articles from The Economist and other publications;• DVD’s• Computers and the Internet for research projects.

    Additional Comments

    Business Studies is a practical subject which students enjoy. It will draw on many of the student’s own business experiences, decisions and thoughts in a way which will develop critical thinking. Fieldwork, visiting speakers, group work and presentations will help bring this dynamic subject to life.

    Students will develop an understanding of the role and purpose of business activity in the public and private sectors, and the importance of innovation and change. They will learn how the major types of business organisation are set up, financed and operated and how their actions are regulated. The factors which influence business decisions, activities and outputs will also be considered. It is hoped that the Business Studies course will prepare students to meet the world of work with confidence and awareness.

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  • Design & Technology Graphics/Resistant Materials

    Subject Title and Code:Graphic Products: Design and Technology 0455Resistant Materials: Design and Technology 0445

    Time allocated: 5 periods per cycle

    Subject Content:There are 2 options to choose from Within Design Technology. Both options cover the same core content. This includes:

    • developing creative thinking in areas relevant to design and technology

    • applying problem solving skills to practical and technological problems

    • developing the communication skills central to design, making and evaluation

    • applying knowledge and understanding to the design and making of products, taking into consideration sustainability and the wider impact on society

    • encouraging students to apply learning to areas of personal interest

    • developing a range of transferable skills and the attributes of the Cambridge learner

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  • • developing the ability to make aesthetic, economic, moral and technical value judgements.

    Graphic Products:

    This area of study aims to develop the skills that designers use within the context of their design activities in the design studio. It aims to develop an awareness of the importance of communication and modelling techniques concerned with promotion and illustration of ideas and their interrelationship with all stages in commercial manufacture and promotion. Typical graphic products would include packaging, architectural modelling, any product design, manuals, interior design and any graphic design. Modelling is a large part of the course in which you will be expected to choose appropriate materials such as card, plastic or wood to model various 3D items.

    Resistant Materials:

    This area of study aims to develop the skills which designers use within the context of the materials and their processing. Students will gain practical workshop experience so that they get a broad understanding of materials and their processing. The course will involve the general physical and working properties of common construction materials (plastics, woods and metals) in relation to specific designing and making tasks. They will also study testing materials which will lead to reasoned selection of materials and processes for design and make tasks

    All students will do a final project.

    AssessmentAssessment will be carried through out the two year course with internal tests and smaller focussed projects to help assess your strengths and weaknesses. This will be backed up with end of year and mock exams which follow the same structure and format of the actual IGCSE exams. This will help give a clear indicator of your final grade. The final examination in Year 11 will consist of two written papers (core and option), a design portfolio and a fully constructed artefact that meets an identified need.

    The four main areas for assessment are: a. Knowledge with understandingb. Problem solvingc. Communicationd. Realisation

    Additional Comments:Both courses are interesting and exciting courses that build upon the work that you have covered in Lower Secondary in years 7, 8 and 9. The course leads to IB if that is your desire in Year 12. It covers many different areas in design and technology that when combined, produce a well rounded designer, a thinker, a solver of problems.

    This is a very useful course for those wishing to follow a design career in all aspects of engineering, designing and architecture.

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  • Drama

    Subject Title and Code: Drama 0411

    Time allocated: 5 periods per cycle

    Subject Content

    The course is designed to meet the aims and assessment objectives of the IGCSE Drama syllabus and covers the following areas of study which involves students in both practical and theoretical work:

    • developing drama skills, • defining the drama space,

    • performance techniques both group and personal,

    • style, • genre, • technical skills, • individual and group devised scripts, • text based performance, • responding to given stimulus.

    Assessment

    60% coursework. These are videoed dramatic pieces. Each student must submit three pieces of practical work. The performance work is subject to external moderation.

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  • 40% external examination. Students must demonstrate an understanding of characterisation, role, pacing, contrast, dynamics, spatial awareness, physicality, tension and other features where appropriate.

    Resources and Texts

    The Complete IGCSE Drama Course, Mike Gould, and other supplementary texts.

    Additional CommentsDrama studies aims to increase confidence and communication skills through the development of practical skills and abilities, ranging from voice production, body control to critical analysis. This course is best suited to students who are fluent speakers and readers, and who have a confident approach to the performance process.

    Students learn to experiment, to respond to situations and to take on roles. They are involved in: improvising, play building, writing, designing, directing, interpreting and performing.

    Drama students are expected to participate actively and enthusiastically in all class activities.

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  • Economics

    Subject Title and Code:Economics 0455

    Time allocated: 5 periods per cycle

    Subject Content

    Year 10:• Basic Economic Problem – scarcity and

    exercise of choice• Nature and functions of organisations

    and institutions in an economy• The private firm as producer and

    employer

    • The individual as producer, consumer and borrower

    • How the market works

    Year 11:• Role of government in an economy• Main economic indicators• Developed and Developing economies• International aspects of

    interdependence and possible conflicts between the aims of individuals, firms and governments.

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  • Assessment

    Students will be required to take 2 external exam papers at the conclusion of the 2 year program.

    Paper 1 is Multiple Choice which is worth 30% of the total marks and takes 45 minutes.

    Paper 2 is comprised of Structured Questions and is worth 70% of the total marks.

    Resources and Texts

    Dransfield, King and Cook. Economics for IGCSE

    Additional Comments

    Economics is a challenging course that gives students new tools with which to understand the world around them. It combines elements of all social sciences, such as geography, psychology and history to create an interesting discipline in its own right. It is a subject that will develop strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

    Students will be encouraged to develop an awareness of current events and apply their knowledge of economic theory to them. In doing so, students will learn to broaden their scope of thought to provide multifaceted answers to complicated issues.

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  • Enterprise

    Subject Title and Code:IGCSE Enterprise 0454

    Time allocated: 5 periods per cycle

    Subject Content

    Setting up and running a new EnterpriseIdentify Business opportunities and riskNegotiation and Communication skills for businessUnderstanding FinanceUnderstanding MarketingPortfolio of work

    Assessment

    Paper 1There is one written exam Paper of (1 hour 30mins) based upon a pre-seen case study. The questions will focus on applying their knowledge and experience gained from their enterprise project in the context of the case study. (50% marks)

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  • Paper 2 (Coursework)Students will set up and run their own enterprise activity or project, and produce a portfolio of evidence using a variety of communication methods. (50% marks)

    Resources and Texts

    • Complete Enterprise for Cambridge IGCSE• Current magazine/newspaper articles from various sources• DVD’s• Computers and the Internet for research projects.• Guest speakers

    Additional Comments

    The Enterprise course encourages students to develop their understanding and the practical skills associated with running a small enterprise in an engaging way. Students will study enterprise in both a local and global context, while enhancing their skills of investigation, analysis, interpretation, evaluation and practical problem solving.

    Why choose IGCSE Enterprise?Enterprise is a unique new syllabus that attempts to bring the world of business into the classroom, and give learners a clear insight into what it means to think like an entrepreneur. By allowing students the opportunity to run their own enterprise they will gain vital life skills for use in planning, organisation, communication and financial management.

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  • Geography

    Subject Title and Code:Geography 0460

    Time allocated: 5 periods per cycle

    Subject ContentThe aims of the Geography syllabus are: • To appreciate a sense of place with an

    understanding of scale • To acquire an awareness of contrasting

    human and physical environments • To analyse and interpret the spatial effects

    of the ways people interact• To form an understanding of different

    communities and cultures throughout the world

    Curriculum ContentThe Geography curriculum is divided into three main themes which are designed to develop an understanding of human, physical and environmental geography. Population and Settlement Population structure, migration, urbanisation The Natural Environment Earthquakes and volcanoes, rivers and coasts, weather, climate and inter-relationships of the human and natural environment.Economic Development and the use of Resources Development, food production, industry, tourism, water, environmental risk

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  • SkillsThe Geography course is an invaluable option choice at the end of Year 9 as it covers a number of key transferable skills that include:

    • ICT skills – Word Processing, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Virtual Field Trips• Role play, debating and discussion• Research – local fieldwork and coursework, investigation, problem solving and decision

    making• Analysis of graphs, maps with written reports, photos, video and DVD footage• Individual and team work skills• Data collection, interpretation and analysis

    Assessment 1. Knowledge with understanding; 2. Analysis; 3. Judgement and decision making; 4. Investigation – enquiry skills, practical skills and presentation skills

    External Examinations Paper 1 - Geographical Themes (1h 45m) (75 marks, weighted to 100 marks) Candidates answer three questions, each worth 25 marks. The paper has three sections and each section will be based on Themes 1, 2 or 3. Candidates must answer one question from each section:

    Theme 1: Population and Settlement

    Theme 2: The Natural Environment

    Theme 3: Economic Development

    Paper 2 - Geographical Skills (1h 30m) (60 marks) Candidates answer all the questions. The paper is based on testing the interpretation and analysis of resources provided in the paper and the application of graphical and other techniques.

    Paper 4 - Alternative to Coursework (written version) (1h 30m) (60 marks). Candidates answer two compulsory questions, completing a series of written tasks. The field work scenarios for the two questions will be taken from different aspects of the course.

    Resources and Texts

    Cambridge IGCSE Geography Cambers and Sibley

    Collins IGCSE Geography Belfield, Gillet, Gillet and RutterAdditional Comments: Local fieldwork is conducted to reinforce the theoretical concepts discussed in class.

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  • History

    Subject Title and Code: IGCSE History 0470

    Time allocated: 5 periods per cycle

    Subject Content20th Century international relations. The End of the Great War, The Treaty of Versailles, The League of Nations, The Causes of World War 2, The Causes of the Cold War, 1920s – 1930s USA, American Containment of Communism, Soviet Expansionism and Collapse, Events in the Gulf: 1970 - 2000

    Depth studies:As a major part of their IGCSE study students are required to complete two ‘Depth Studies’; one on the USA between the World Wars, and the other on Weimar and Nazi Germany.

    Subject Aims•To stimulate interest in and enthusiasm

    about the past; •To promote the acquisition of knowledge

    and understanding of the nature and use of historical evidence;

    •To promote an understanding of the nature of cause and consequence, continuity and change, similarity and difference;

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  • •To provide a sound basis for further study and the pursuit of personal interest; •To encourage international understanding; • To encourage the development of linguistic and communication skills; • To recall, select, organise and deploy knowledge of the topic content;• To demonstrate an understanding of the motives, emotions, intentions and beliefs of the

    people involved;• To comprehend, interpret, evaluate, and use a range of sources as evidence in their historical

    context.

    Assessment:Students will undertake a variety of assessment tasks each semester for their school assessment. These will include:

    Essay tests, practice past IGCSE papers, pop quizzes, case studies, document study and/or comprehension tasks written research assignments, historical debate, objective/short answer tests, visual representations/multimedia poster, full mock exams.

    In May of Year 11 students sit Paper 1 (2 hours), Paper 2 (2 hours) and Paper 4 (1 hour) for their external IGCSE exam.

    Resources and Texts • GCSE Modern History (core text)• Revision for IGCSE History• Modern History – A Foundation Course (Support text)• Depth study texts (various)

    FieldworkBoth Year Ten and Year Eleven History students may undertake day trips and fieldwork in support of their studies.

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  • Computer Science

    Subject Title and Code:Computer Science (0478)

    Time allocation: 5 periods per cycle

    Subject Content

    Data RepresentationCommunication and Internet TechnologiesHardware and SoftwareSecurityEthicsAlgorithm Design and Problem SolvingProgramming Databases

    Assessment

    At the end of Year 11, external student assessment in IGCSE Computer Science is based on a Cambridge external examination & consists of two papers:

    1: Theory (1 hour and 45 minutes) (60%)2: Problem solving and programming (1 hour and 45 minutes) (40%)

    Resources and Texts

    There is a fully prepared Moodle course built for Computer Science. It outlines the entire course.

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  • Additional Comments

    A working knowledge of computers and their capabilities is an essential skill in an ever- changing world in which technology is affecting every facet of daily life.

    This course prepares students to cope with the increased demands that technology is likely to place upon them in their future educational & career pursuits.

    Important Quotes“Most jobs now require some degree of proficiency in computer skills.” http://computercore.org/home.aspx

    “Information and communication technology skills will be critical for the next generation of workers in Europe in the next five years, according to Microsoft.

    By 2015, over 90% of jobs in the European Union will require workers to be increasingly familiarised with technology.

    Research from 13 European countries indicates ICT skills requirements is driven by technology trends – not the recession. Brussels- December 1, 2009http://news.softpedia.com/news/ICT-Skills-Critical-for-European-Workers-128608.shtml

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  • Music

    Subject Title and Code:Music 0410

    Time allocation: 5 periods per cycle

    Subject Content

    A. Listening (40%)Students will be encouraged to explore and acquire a wide knowledge of different music, both classical and popular, from the West and from around the world. The study of musical literacy (theory) will be a course feature, in order to enhance students’ technical

    understanding of music and to provide a solid basis for composition.

    B Performing (30%)Upon commencement of the Music course, students should ideally have already acquired basic competence on an instrument or in formal singing (i.e. approximately ABRSM grade 3 standard). It is, however, possible to begin an instrument at the beginning of the course and reach a passable level by the time of the final examination.

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  • C Composing (30%)Students will explore the area of organising sound – i.e. creative composition, in any classical or popular style, refining and notating their ideas to produce a portfolio of work by the end of the course.

    Resources and Texts

    Fortissimo BennetMusic Worldwide Elizabeth SharmaSound Matters Bowman and ColeHeinemann Advance Music Hurry and PhillipsAural Matters Bowman and TerryWorld Sound Matters Stock

    Additional Comments

    The Music programme provides the opportunity for candidates to acquire and consolidate a range of basic musical skills, knowledge and understanding, through the activities of listening, performing and composing.

    The programme also assists candidates to develop a perceptive, sensitive and critical response to the main historical periods and style of Western music and helps candidates to recognise and understand the music of various non-Western traditions, and thus to form an appreciation of cultural similarities and differences.

    The programme provides the basis for an informed and lasting love and appreciation of music, a foundation for further study in music for those candidates who wish to pursue their studies at a higher level.

    It is considered an essential part of the course requirements that students receive weekly lessons on their chosen instruments with a specialist teacher. The music staff at the school are able to assist recommending and organising suitable teachers.

    Students undertaking IGCSE music are required to take part in the performance programme at the school.

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  • Physical Education Studies (PE)

    Subject Title and Code:Physical Education 0413

    Time allocation: 5 periods per cycle

    Subject Content

    Component 1 - Paper 1 (40% of total marks)

    Section A:Short answer questions on Factors Affecting Performance; Health, Safety and Training, and Reasons and Opportunities for Participation in physical Activity

    Section B:Three structured questions, one from each of the three units above:

    Component 2 - Coursework (60% of total marks)

    Students choose to undertake four practical activities from at least two of the seven categories (50% of total marks).Students must show the ability to analyse and improve practical performance in one of their four chosen practical activities (10% of marks).

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  • Categories Practical activities  Practical activities  

    Games Association Football (Soccer)

    Rounders

      Badminton Rugby  Basketball Softball  Cricket Squash  Golf Table Tennis  Hockey Tennis  Netball VolleyballGymnastic Activities

    Artistic Gymnastics (floor and vaulting)

    Rhythmic Gymnastics

      Figure Skating TrampoliningDance Folk Dance Social Dance  Historical Dance Theatrical

    DanceAthletic Activities Cross Country

    RunningTrack & Field

      Cycling Weight Training

    Outdoor and Adventurous Activities

    Canoeing Rowing

      Hosteling Sailing  Horse Riding Skiing  Orienteering Snowboardin

    g  Rock Climbing Wind SurfingSwimming Competitive

    SwimmingPersonal Survival

      Life Saving  Combat Activities Judo Karate

    Note: Students that take PE are strongly recommended to participate in an after school sport. 60% of this course is practically based and therefore the candidate must be interested

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  • in, and play at least one sport outside of the class programme.

    Resources and Texts

    PE to 16, 3rd Edition Sally Fountain and Linda Goodwin

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