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Prospectus 2018

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Contents

2-3 Share in our success

4-5 Welcome from The Principal

6-9 Hills Creates Independence

10-15 Enriching Your Experience

16-19 Developing Sports Excellence

20-21 Hills Takes You Places

22-25 Supporting You All The Way

26-27 Supporting Your Goals

28-29 Hills Realises Your Goals

30-31 Giving You Choice

COURSES

32 Art and Design

33 Biology

34 Business

35 Chemistry

36 Classical Civilisation

37 Computer Science

38 Dance

39 Drama & Theatre Studies

40 Economics

42-43 English Language, English Literature,

English Language & Literature

44 Film Studies

45 French

46 Geography

47 Geology

48 German

49 Government & Politics

50-51 History

52 History of Art

53 Latin

54 Mathematics

55 Double Mathematics

56 Media Studies

57 Music

58 Music Technology

59 Philosophy

60 Photography

61 Physical Education

62 Physics

63 Psychology

64 Religious Studies

65 Sociology

66 Spanish

68-69 How do I apply?

72 How to find us

HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | WHAT’S INSIDE

Highest %of top degree

classifications of any Sixth Form College

nationally(HESA data)

Highest points score

per A level entry of any

Sixth Form College

nationally

Share in our successWe think some things are worth celebrating!

Over 93%

of students

progress successfully

to Higher Education

Ofsted rated Outstanding

100%of our students

take the Extended Project

Highest number of

Oxbridge places

for a state school or college

nationally

(Sutton Trust 2012)

2

76% A*-B grades

Achieved in 2017

99.4% A*-E grades

Achieved in 2017

First ever winner of the Sunday Times

Sixth Form College of the

Year

Runner-up for

Sixth Form Colleges’

Independent Learning Award

2017

Shortlisted for

TES Sixth Form College of the

Year 2017

National Case Study

for the

Careers Quality Award

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HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | WELCOME TO HILLS ROAD

Welcome to Hills Road

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I am incredibly proud of the fantastic staff and students of Hills Road who together

make this an exceptional place to study, to learn and to grow. Combined with the first

class facilities and specialist post-16 campus environment, we are really confident that

you will enjoy your time here.

The sixth form years are transformative as you make the

transition from childhood to adulthood and, as a specialist

Sixth Form College, our total focus is on helping you

make that transition a successful one. As you’ll see from

the information in the following pages, Hills Road students

not only achieve the best Sixth Form College results

nationally, but also go on to out-perform students from

all other types of schools and colleges once at university.

This is a stunning achievement and comes about through

the careful emphasis we place on equipping our students

to be effective independent learners. We want our

students to be curious about the world and ready to take

their place in it.

Hills Road is a busy, vibrant, exciting community of young

people who want to make a difference: it’s very much a

half-way house between school and university or school

and the world of work. The College is rich in student

societies, clubs and activities from archery and DJ skills

to fashion photography and golf and is also a place for

animated debate and discussion amongst the range of

student interest groups. Whatever your passion, there will

be someone here who shares it!

This is a College of opportunity: we hold high

expectations for ourselves and for our students because

we want you to have every opportunity to be the best

version of yourself at the end of your time with us.

We look forward to starting that first step on your journey

at our Open Evenings on Wednesday 8th and Thursday

9th November and, wherever you choose to continue your

learning post-16, may I wish you every happiness and

success.

Jo Trump

Principal

HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | WELCOME TO HILLS ROAD

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HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | HILLS CREATES INDEPENDENCE

Hills Creates IndependenceSuccess in employment and higher education depends on the ability to be resourceful,

independent and adaptable. To help develop these qualities, students are given guidance

on study skills and independent access to resources and facilities, both physical and

digital, which support their development of skills towards successful progression into the

world of work and higher education.

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Becoming Effective Independent

Learners

Hills Road is a specialist, high achieving Sixth Form

College. Our teachers are highly experienced in teaching

A levels and are focused on supporting your smooth

transfer from GCSE and your successful onward progress

to university or the world of work. We want you to leave

the College capable of learning successfully throughout

your life. Teaching staff will be expecting you to take joint

responsibility with them for your own progress, setting

meaningful goals for how you can develop as a learner to

meet the demands of Advanced level study.

Learning is an exciting business and our teachers

want to ensure that it feels that way by offering you a

whole variety of learning experiences from one-to-one

formative feedback discussions to student-led debates;

from developing your own podcast to collaborating on a

shared workspace and from extended practical research

to contributing to presentations, shows and installations.

The incredibly wide range of lesson activities ensures

that, whatever kind of learner you are, you will find the

experience stimulating and possibly life-path changing.

The Extended Project Qualification

At the heart of our Study Programme is the requirement

for every student to develop and realise an advanced

level project entirely of your own devising. Delivered in

Year 12, the Extended Project offers the chance for you

to gain real independence, resilience and maturity as an

advanced level learner, while pursuing any topic of your

choosing. From staging a fashion show to designing a

carbon neutral house, from researching ground-breaking

cancer therapies to beginning the novel you’ve always

wanted to write, the Extended Project presents a fantastic

opportunity both to pursue your interests and to spread

your wings.

Taught in a university style through seminars and 1:1

tutorials, this is a qualification that prepares you well for

higher education as well as for employment, focusing

as it does on all those crucial skills that you develop

when you take a project through from drawing board to

delivery. Just as importantly, it allows you to carve out

entirely your own pathway and really follow your own

interests. Best of all, the Extended Project Qualification

is equivalent to half an A level and is well regarded by

universities as evidence that the transition from college

to university will be a smooth one for students who have

successfully demonstrated their aptitude for independent

learning. For more information about the Extended Project

Qualification, please visit:

www.hillsroad.ac.uk/extended-project


Independent study spaces,

resources and facilities

Success in employment and higher education depends

on the ability to be resourceful, independent and

adaptable. To help develop these qualities, students are

given guidance on study skills and independent access to

resources and facilities, both physical and digital, which

support their development of skills towards successful

progression into the world of work and higher education.

At Hills, we place a strong emphasis on the opportunities

offered through information learning technologies and you

will find that all your subjects expect you to extend your

learning through a digital resource bank of materials -

accessible at any time – to supplement and enhance your

classroom learning experience.

One of the significant differences between GCSE and

A level is the expectation all subjects will have for

independent learning to be completed in addition to class

and home work. A really important part of the Hills Road

experience is therefore our virtual learning resources,

which are held in the cloud version of Sharepoint 365,

accessible from wherever you are studying. Extension

and support materials are available online to challenge

and enhance your learning at every stage. Over 800

computers are available throughout the College, in

the Library and Resources Centre and in open access

departmental resource areas too. The College benefits

from site-wide high speed wi-fi access that allows our

students fast broadband speeds as standard.

Several areas of College are designated as wi-fi zones

where students can bring and use their own devices to

access the College’s available resources. Every student

is issued with their own Outlook email account and their

own 1Tb storage space through OneDrive and Office 365.

This allows seamless sharing and accessing of materials

from all devices whether at home or at College. Our

computer and wi-fi based services allow you to access a

full variety of resources and software packages that are

relevant to the subjects you are studying. You can also

access careers and tutorial support materials, some of

which are within ProPortal which is your own personalised

progress and guidance network space.

Social Spaces and Cafés

We even have our own cafés, including Costa, within our

campus environment, meaning that you learn to manage

your time, balancing study and socialising during your

time at Hills.

Our students tell us that this prepares them really well

for making good choices when it comes to university

in particular and, we know that life at Hills is a great

preparation for university, as our students go on to

out-perform students from all other kinds of school and

settings when they get there. We believe that’s directly

linked to the importance we place on developing the

independence of our students.

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Higher Education degree classifications in 2016 for students

from different types of sixth form institution (as compiled by the Sixth Form Colleges Association)

Cumulative percentages across all Higher Education institutions, with those for Russell Group institutions only in brackets.

Nb. The above figures are artificially depressed because some HE qualifications (e.g. medical degrees) are not classified according to the above categories and,

regrettably, end up being counted as part of the ‘non completions’ and ‘fails’.

First class honours

35% (34%)

24% (27%)

23% (27%)

23% (24%)

Hills Road Sixth Form College

All sixth form colleges

All state schools & colleges

Independent schools

Upper second class honours or better

89% (87%)

76% (82%)

74% (80%)

80% (81%)

Lower second class honours or better

94% (91%)

95% (93%)

92% (91%)

91% (90%)

Third class honours/pass or better

94% (92%)

97% (95%)

95% (93%)

93% (91%)

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HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | HILLS ENRICHES YOU

Enriching Your ExperienceYour A level subjects form the basis of your Study Programme - they make up your core

qualification - but, beyond that, all our students are enrolled in the Extended Curriculum

as part of your Study Programme too.

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Enrichment

A real strength of the Hills experience is the dazzling

variety of Enrichment opportunities on offer. You can get

involved with everything from archery to chamber choir

and from robotics to rowing. Activities include music,

sport, art, drama, languages, discussion groups, Duke

of Edinburgh and almost as many other things as you

can think of. We expect all students in Year 12 to

undertake Enrichment as part of their Study Programme

and we hope that there will genuinely be something

for everyone. It could even be that you find a new

talent or skill through Enrichment that you would like

to turn into your Extended Project. Perhaps you will

develop architectural skills and will consider your own

Grand Design, or maybe your debating Enrichment will

encourage you to start a political commentary blog.

Whatever you decide, Enrichment is your chance to try

something new and learn in different ways.

College community

As part of our community, you will be encouraged to

improve your skills of enquiry and communication,

to exercise your rights and responsibilities effectively,

and to develop your role as a well-informed and active

citizen. For those who seek more active involvement,

opportunities include membership of the Student Council,

membership of societies and participation in debates

with our dazzling line up of speakers. Opportunities exist

for you to volunteer your services for any of the College’s

major community events and to be an involved and

active member of our student body. Recent examples of

whole College community events include the annual July

HillsFest, the Hills Road 5km fun run, and the ever popular

Copa del Hills five-a-side football tournament

We encourage students to be part of our growing

voluntary work programme through which you can

volunteer to work with hospitals, schools and individuals

and enrich the lives of others as well as your own.

Clubs and Societies, Visiting

Speakers and Talks

On joining the College, you will be struck by the diverse

range of opportunities there are open to you. Most

departments and student members of some of the many

clubs and societies organise a diverse range of visiting

speakers to come and talk at lunchtime to challenge and

stimulate your imagination about what’s possible for you

and where your studies could lead you career-wise.

Languages, Recreation and Skills

If you don’t want to take a language at A level, a number

of other opportunities are available to enable you to try

a new one with the Enrichment programme. There are

numerous opportunities to play sport just for fun too, such

as ultimate frisbee, badminton or slacklining – get involved

and have a go!


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Drama and Dance

Drama and Dance in the College’s professional, high-tech

Robinson Theatre have always been one of our strengths,

and you can get involved both on stage and behind the

scenes. Through the Enrichment programme you will

be offered many opportunities to develop your skills by

choosing either to perform, direct or be a technician.

Dedicated technical training is offered under the guidance

of our staff theatre technicians.

In addition, many of our students and past students

have been involved with our own Fusion festival at Hills

Road and the Junction and with the Hotbed new writing

festival run by local company Menagerie. We also support

Temper Theatre and The Craft Ensemble.

Our in-house Dance Company of enrichment dancers

meets weekly to create choreography towards a

performance later in the year. Students are encouraged

to take advantage of the College facilities and often use

them for extra technique and choreography sessions, as

well as performances.

The Producers

Dance Performance in the Robinson Theatre

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Music

A large variety of musical activities are offered as part

of the Enrichment programme. These activities are

open to all students regardless of subjects studied.

Some of the ensembles are auditioned and some are

open to all. There are regular concerts, both formal and

informal, held at venues such as Ely Cathedral, King’s

College Chapel, West Road Concert Hall and also at the

College, with plenty of opportunities for ensemble and

solo performances. The Chamber Choir and a group of

instrumentalists tour overseas every two years, alternating

with the Jazz Orchestra and FolkRoots group.


Performing at the ‘Battle of the Bands’ at HillsFest in July Music Rehearsal

Taking part in the HR5 Colour Fun Run in April

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CERAMICSCHEERLEADING

CHAMBER CHOIRDJ SKILLS DRAMA PRODUCTION

FIRST AID

FOLK & ROOTS GROUP

FOLK & ROOTS GROUP

FORENSIC SCIENCEJAZZ CHOIR

LEARN TO ROW

LIFE DRAWING

LINGUISTICS

PROBLEM SOLVING & TEAM BUILDING

RACQUET SPORTSTENNIS

ZUMBA

ZUMBA

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CHAMBER CHOIRDRAMA PRODUCTION

FIRST AID

FOLK & ROOTS GROUP

JAZZ CHOIRLEARN TO ROW

LINGUISTICS

PROBLEM SOLVING & TEAM BUILDING

RACQUET SPORTS

SCULPTURE

TECHNICAL THEATRE

TENNISULTIMATE FRISBEE

ENTREPRENEURIAL DEVELOPMENT

ZUMBA CHINESE

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HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | DEVELOPING SPORT EXCELLENCE

Developing Sports ExcellenceThe College’s Sports and Tennis Centre offers all students the opportunity to use some

of the finest sports facilities in East Anglia whether you are a serious sports person or

you just aim to keep a good level of fitness. It includes a sports hall, fitness suite, squash

court, cricket hall, and indoor and outdoor competition level tennis courts.

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Hills Road students achieve sporting excellence in equal

measure to their academic success, supported by the

fantastic facilities available at the College. As well as the

9 acres of football, rugby and cricket pitches that the

College owns at Luard Road, we also recently opened

a million-pound purpose built pavilion to support our

students’ sporting success.

The College’s Sports and Tennis Centre offers all students

the opportunity to use some of the finest sports facilities

in East Anglia whether you are a serious sports person or

you just aim to keep a good level of fitness. It includes a

sports hall, fitness suite, squash court, cricket hall, and

indoor and outdoor competition level tennis courts.

All students have access to these facilities for training, for

Enrichment activities or for recreational use during free

time. The sports hall is a multi-purpose facility equipped

for activities such as badminton, basketball, volleyball,

netball, circuits, five-a-side football, aerobics and table

tennis. The fitness suite is very popular with students

working on their personalised training programmes.

It contains a range of cardiovascular machines and

resistance equipment in keeping with a modern fitness

centre, and three TVs to keep you entertained whilst

training. For cricketers, the Sir Jack Hobbs Cricket Hall

has a floor surface comparable with the cricket school at

Lords and two bowling machines will deliver the perfect

ball every time at up to 90mph. If you enjoy tennis, the

indoor and outdoor courts do not get much better,

including the only clay courts in Cambridgeshire. The

College provides an excellent opportunity to train to a high

standard within a supportive environment.

Competitive Sports

While we offer a huge range of social sports, the College

also has a regional and national reputation for its sporting

success. Sports trials in the Summer before joining

allow students to aim for selection to become part of the

thriving community of sport that exists at the College.

The College offers a wide range of sport and other

physical activities and many of our students choose to

participate in one or more of them. The above sports are

the main College team sports that involve committing to

weekly training and match play. However, some students

take part for exercise and enjoyment alone, whilst others

are members of one or more of our successful College

teams. Team sports at the College are actively supported

and successful, with many students representing

the East region. Many of the sports teams compete

in the Cambridgeshire leagues and national schools

competitions.

Many Hills students have represented Cambridgeshire

and the East, and in recent years we have had national

representatives in wheelchair basketball, hockey, athletics,

cricket and tennis. The sport department organises

sporting tours (both home and abroad) and trips to major

sporting events, e.g. Wimbledon and 20/20 cricket, and

we host numerous touring sides including schools from

Australia and South Africa.


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Hills Road Football team were runners-up in the

International Holland Cup U19s in April 2017.

The HillsBelles rowing crew came 12th and the

Women’s crew came 13th in the School’s Head

of the River Race (SHORR) on the River Thames

in March 2017.

The Rugby Team in action.

Hills Develops Sports Excellence

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The Cheerleading Team performing

at an ICE Extravaganza Dance and

Cheerleading Competition.

The Badminton Team won silver

medal at the AoC Sport National

Knock-out Cup in April 2017.

The Netball Team represented the

East Region at the AoC National

Championships to win Bronze in

April 2017.

The Women’s Hockey Team won

Bronze medal at the AoC Sport

National Championships in April

2017.

The Mixed Volleyball Team in action.

The Men’s 1st Rowing Crew came

12th and the 2nd Rowing Crew

came 14th in the School’s Head

of the River Race (SHORR) on the

River Thames in March 2017.

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HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | TAKING YOU PLACES

Hills TakesYou PlacesThere are a range of trips and activities which are offered by almost every subject. We

take great pride in the partnerships we have with partner schools and institutions, both in

this country and overseas. These enable students to enrich their classroom experience,

expand their cultural horizons and enjoy the benefits of working together as a group in

exciting new circumstances.

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HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | TAKING YOU PLACES

Hills Road - Taking You Places

As a College, we’re outward and forward looking, encouraging awareness of

our global community. Many interesting speakers visit us, and our dedicated

staff organise a wide range of trips and exchange visits to destinations in

the UK and abroad, including to Amsterdam, Berlin, Geneva, Hamburg,

Montpellier, Rome, Sweden, Venice and Washington DC!

There are numerous opportunities to extend and support your learning from

regular theatre visits with Performing Arts and English to North Norfolk study

days with Biology; from gallery trips with the Art department to a study trip to

Boston, Massachusetts with PE and a geographical study trip to Sicily with

the Geography department.

Come and see where Hills can take you!

Duke of Edinburgh Gold expedition

in the Yorkshire Dales

German work experience

in Hamburg

Annual ski course to the

Ziller valley, Austria

French exchange trip

to Montpellier

Geographical study trip

to Sicily

Art trip to Berlin

Politics trip to Westminster

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Supporting You All The Way

HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | SUPPORTING YOU

Support and guidance are offered in many different ways, not least in the contacts

and conversations which take place each day between staff and students both in and

outside lessons. As well as these informal contacts, tutorial guidance is designed to

enable you to make wise choices, discuss career plans, assess your own progress

and seek help if problems arise.

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Tutorial support and guidance

At the heart of support and guidance in the College is

the relationship between each student and their tutor.

You will have a specialist tutor assigned to you when you

join the College. Your tutor will be available to meet you

individually on a regular basis to review your progress,

support your individual needs and discuss issues which

either of you may wish to raise.

You will also meet with your tutor once a week, as part

of a tutor group, where you will be supported by a

weekly tutorial programme of activities that will enable

you to acquire information, develop skills and engage in

discussion. Within the tutorial programme, the focus is

on your mental and physical health and wellbeing and

also on supporting your progress and developing your

employability.

Student Services Team

At the centre of the College is the Student Services Team.

This team is there to support you with answers to any

questions that you might have about College life. Located

in the middle of the College, this friendly and supportive

team are there to help you if you’re feeling unwell, unsure,

or if you just need someone to speak to. This is also

the team that will be monitoring your attendance weekly

and contacting home to alert them to any concerns we

might have.

Our Wellbeing Co-ordinators are a key part of our

Student Services Team and have the time available to talk

through any worries or concerns you might have. They

could refer you on to our in-house counselling service, or

to external sources of support, should that

be appropriate.

Supported Independent

Learning Service

The Supported Independent Learning Service is another

key part of the network of support you’ll find right across

the College. We recognise that not all students can

adjust to A level demands as quickly as others; so, in

addition to the support provided by personal tutors, we

also have a dedicated Supported Independent Learning

Service. Its role is to provide timetabled supervision and

support for students who are finding the expectations

for completing independent study outside lesson time

challenging, working with them to prioritise their learning

more effectively.

Subject Support for Learning and

Extension

All departments and subjects offer opportunities to

support and extend your learning beyond the classroom.

Often, these opportunities are offered as lunchtime

‘surgery’ slots, used to diagnose, challenge and support

your understanding further. These are occasions when

you can work one-to-one with subject specialists to

flesh out your ideas, either going back over topics to

understand them better or pushing your knowledge

and extending your learning beyond the specification,

where appropriate. Many subjects take part in external

competitions to enable students to challenge themselves

further by competing against other students nationally and

sometimes even internationally.

Organisation, Time Management,

Exam Technique and Revision

Adjusting to life at a sixth form college can be a challenge.

Students are supported, through their subject areas, to

become independent learners and for subject specific

guidance, surgeries and support within departments are

likely to be the most effective type of support. However,

for more general support, the supported individual

learning service can offer guidance on organisation, time

management, exam technique and revision.


Study Skills Centre

The Study Skills Team offers a calm and warm welcome

to any student who would like to access additional

support for their studies. Study Skills has an open door

policy and is located next to the Library. It has a suite of

rooms available for supporting student needs from 1:1

diagnostic assessment rooms through student group

study space and also a comfortable rest space for

students needing rehabilitation following significant illness

or those managing ongoing chronic conditions. The team

is keen to address and support across the full spectrum

of student need. Please come and talk to them at one

of our Open Evenings in November to discuss your

needs and how we might best meet them.

“When I came to Hills Road I doubted my abilities and felt

I would never be able to produce the level of work required

for the A level standard but you all had faith in me which

helped me carry on. My confidence returned and whatever my

results may be you gave me the will to carry on.”

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Meeting Your Needs

Disability

We are committed to meeting the needs of people with

disabilities, recognising that a disability can affect people

in different ways. We encourage people with disabilities to

make relevant staff aware of their needs so that full and

appropriate support may be provided.

Learning Difficulties

The Study Skills Centre has a wide variety of resources

to help students with their learning needs. Qualified staff

are available to carry out assessments for exam access

arrangements and then to offer appropriate support.

Individual and small-group support is available for a

variety of needs.

Trained staff are able to support students with everyday

tasks where appropriate. For students who have particular

issues with dexterity, specialist software or scribe support

can be arranged through the Study Skills Centre.

At Hills Road we are always striving for excellence in

all we do; and that includes our support for students’

learning needs. If you have concerns about a learning

need please contact the Study Skills Centre by telephone

or email: [email protected].

“I found that Study Skills helped a lot with essays and my grades

have gone up over the time so I’m really pleased with that.”

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HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | SUPPORTING YOUR GOALS

Supporting Your Goals“The level of resourcing is exemplary. The professionalism of the programme and

enthusiasm of the delivery team, leaders and managers is wonderful. Hills Road

demonstrates outstanding careers education, information, advice and guidance.”

External assessor for the Cambridgehire IAG Award, re-accredited July 2017.

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One of the most important things we do as a Sixth

Form College is to support you in deciding on your

career goals and supporting you to realise them. As a

specialist sixth form college, all of our careers staff are

post-16 specialists, dedicated to providing you with the

very best advice about your next steps, whether that

be into traineeships, higher education, apprenticeships

or any other pathway. We can offer individual advice

and consultations and support you with a range of

information, including through our February Progression

Week when universities and employers come in to talk to

our students about a whole range of exciting futures. The

important thing is that we help and support you with your

goals, whatever they may be.

For most students the process of researching

opportunities and making choices takes place during Year

12, in readiness for applications to Higher Education early

in Year 13. Each year over 90% of our students enter

degree courses, with over 30% taking the opportunity for

a gap year between Hills Road and Higher Education to

broaden their experience. Information events for parents

are arranged concerning UCAS applications, gap year

activities and HE finance as well as a mock interview

programme for students.

Careers Advice

What am I going to do after Hills Road?

This important question has to be answered by you during

your time at the College, and the Careers department

helps you make this vital decision by:

• Encouraging you to assess your own skill

and personal qualities.

• Providing information and help in completing university

applications via UCAS and to other specialist colleges

e.g. art, music and drama, as well as to foreign

universities.

• Providing easy access to information via an extensive

careers library.

• Organising a structured programme

of careers education.

• Offering guidance through personal interviews

and group work.

• Arranging a wide programme of meetings

and work experience.

• Providing information and help with regard to permanent

employment or apprenticeships.

Student destinations & student

success in higher education

94% of Hills Road leavers in 2017 are expected to have

begun a course in higher education by October 2018.

Hills Road leavers 2017 (all courses)

3% - employment including apprenticeships

3% - other destinations (including HE preparation e.g.

Art Foundation)

94% - heading to HE

Proportion of students entering Higher Education

courses who take a gap year

65% - degree courses starting 2017

35% - gap year before degree courses in 2018

Our aim is to ensure our students are exceptionally well

prepared for the next stage of their lives so that they have

the best possible choice of Higher Education and other

career routes and can be successful in whatever they

decide to do. Let us know how we can support you to

reach your goal.

HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | SUPPORTING YOUR GOALS

Employer Fair 2017

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HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | REALISE YOUR GOALS

Our highly experienced and dedicated careers team are available to provide specialist

careers advice and consultation to students. On leaving the College, our students enter

a wide range of careers, many through an initial university route but there are many

other fantastic pathways too. Here is just a flavour of what some of our students have

gone on to do.

Hills Realises Your Goals

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HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | REALISE YOUR GOALS

Former students and their goalsJames Dack attended Ely College

before joining Hills Road to study A level

Economics, Geography and Maths.

“I wasn’t sure if university was right

for me. The Careers Advisor at Hills

Road showed me the wide range

of apprenticeships that were on

offer sending me regular emails

with apprenticeships information. She encouraged me to

apply for a degree programme, going through questions

and providing advice and guidance regarding my CV and

presentation. Although I didn’t end up getting the first place,

I reached the final 13 and I used my experience and further

guidance to gain three further assessment centre places for

apprenticeships at Tesco, Marks & Spencer and Morrisons.”

James is now looking forward to a career at Tesco’s head office

on a funded degree programme.

Jonny Littlewood attended Cottenham

Village College before joining Hills Road

to study A level Biology, Chemistry and

Maths.

Jonny said, “Initially I found it difficult

to settle in and get the hang of the

concepts in my lessons. After a lot of

hard work, support for my dyslexia and

some of the best teachers that I am still in contact with today

- I was able to drive myself forward and this really helped me

to achieve my degree.”

Jonny took a gap year before accepting a place at the University

of East Anglia to read Physiotherapy and is now working as a

Physiotherapist at the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital.

Elly Flores attended Bottisham Village

College before joining Hills Road to study

A level Economics, Geography and

Government & Politics.

“I had initially thought that I would study

law at university, but during my time at

Hills Road, learning about both the British

and American political systems and how

the economy works in Government and Politics and Economics

A Level, my interest in politics grew further and I decided that I

wanted to study International Relations at university instead.”

Elly went on to read International Relations at the London School

of Economics. During the third year she applied to, and was

subsequently offered a position on the Generalist Fast Stream

programme in the Civil Service.

Carmen Hodgkiss attended St Mary’s

School before joining Hills Road to

study A level Biology, Chemistry, English

Literature and Maths.

“I was sure that I didn’t want to do

Medicine but I had a big interest in

health and disease, and in healthy

eating and exercise. I booked a careers

interview and found out about Dietetics as an Allied Health

Career. The Careers Advisor at Hills Road suggested that I

should do some work experience at Addenbrookes and as

soon as I did that, I knew that it was the career for me.”

Carmen went on to do a four-year degree course in Nutrition

and Dietetics at the University of Surrey. She is now a

Registered Dietitian and working at Addenbrookes Hospital!

Aleksi Simons attended Comberton

Village College before joining Hills Road to

study A level Biology, Chemistry, Maths.

In addition, Aleksi’s Extended Project

Qualification was medical based.

“I had already chosen that I wanted

to aim to be a doctor - but it was the

transition through sixth form that allowed

me to educate and prepare myself for the experience that lay

ahead. Hills Road went the extra mile in providing facilities and

extra advice and support for moving to university.”

Aleksi is in his second year of studying medicine at the University

of Leeds and is thoroughly enjoying it!

Sophie Rutter came from an out-area

school to Hills Road to study A level

Economics, History and Maths.

“I decided in Year 12 that I wanted to

do an apprenticeship rather than go to

university. I went for a careers interview at

Hills Road and began to explore areas I

was interested in. I also attended several

one-on-one meetings with the Careers Advisor to discuss

my options and receive advice about how I would approach

the various stages of the application processes for the firms I

decided to apply to. There were lots of employer talks in the

College and many of them were with Accounting firms.”

Sophie has secured a position as a Junior Management

Consultant at PwC in London and after two years, if successful,

she will be joining their Graduate Programme.

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Giving You ChoiceHere at Hills Road, the Study Programme for all of our students is brimful of opportunity

as it includes not only A levels as your core qualifications, but, for every student, it also

includes a rich blend of enrichment, clubs and societies, tutorial guidance, career planning

and, for every student, we also deliver the Extended Project qualification.

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HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | GIVING YOU CHOICE

Choosing Your Subjects

One of the great things about choosing to study at a

specialist A level College is the huge array of choice that

you will find, not only in the A level subjects available, but

also in the amazing opportunities offered by all the extra-

curricular activities on offer. The Study Programme for all

students at Hills includes:

• 3 or 4 A level subjects (your core qualifications)

• The Extended Project Qualification

• Enrichment

• Clubs and Societies

• Support and Guidance

• Career and Employability development

At Hills, we offer 34 A level subjects in total giving you

a fantastic range to choose from. Choosing your A level

subjects can be daunting though, not least because there

are so many. Whatever your final decision, you need to

consider: what subjects you enjoy; what subjects you are

good at; the career implications of your choice and your

predicted grades: do they provide you with what you need

to access specific A level subjects?

Most of us enjoy things we are good at and are good at

things we enjoy. Try to keep this in mind when researching

which subjects to study. For a subject which is new to

you, do your research! Talk to people who are already

doing it or have done it; read the following subject pages

32 to 66 of this Prospectus and on the College’s website:

www.hillsroad.ac.uk; find out about what kind of topics

you will cover; find out what career options they could

open up to you. It is also very important to talk to your

teachers, careers staff, parents and friends who know you

well: their advice is important.

We hope you enjoy looking through the following pages to

find a combination of subjects that is just right for you.

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Why choose Art and Design?

This course presents you with exciting and challenging

opportunities to learn much more about what it means to be a

creative and imaginative visual artist, and to grow in this way

throughout the course. We find that students bring a great variety

of experiences and different backgrounds to their learning in this

area, and we welcome this.

Our course is designed to build on the skills and enthusiasm

you bring. We will help you acquire new skills, broaden your

knowledge, and help give you the confidence you need to achieve

your full potential in this rich and exciting subject area. Individual

ideas, experimentation and risk-taking are encouraged. All the

staff are practising artists and have a wide range of specialist

interests and expertise. You will have one main teacher. However,

there is flexibility for you to try a range of methods of working,

and the staff operate as a team to share knowledge and to

support you.

Discover what it means to be

a creative and imaginative visual artist.

Art and Design

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A level Art and Design:

GCSE grade 6 or B/Merit in Art/Design (or similar subject title).

“Studying Art and Design has allowed me to grow as an artist. The lessons are free and open and have pushed me to explore a wide range of new materials and processes”

Ella Newman

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Why choose Biology?

Apart from its value as a way of gaining entry to certain careers

and courses, we believe that Biology is a fascinating subject in its

own right and one that we hope students enjoy studying. Biology

has a higher profile today than perhaps at any other time and this is

reflected in the number of people studying a biology-based course

at college and university.

Many of the important and often contentious issues which society

must address relate to the biological sciences, particularly the

role that humankind plays with respect (or lack of it!) to the rest

of life. Ethical debates centre around animal experimentation,

cloning, stem cells, genetically modified organisms, embryo and

fertility research, and the human genome project and the use

of its findings. High on the political agenda are health, pollution,

environmental protection and food security. Infectious disease,

heart disease, cancer, drug use and misuse, antibiotic resistance

and malnutrition all continue to present us with challenges, for

which the study of Biology is the first step to understanding.

Love life, love biology:

it’s the study of all life’s forms.

Biology



A level Biology:

GCSE grade 7 or A in Biology (plus 6 or B in Mathematics and Chemistry).


“I’ve loved the course content and the support available is great. There is always workshops, catch-up sessions and exam help throughout the whole year. I’d definitely recommend Biology.”

Isabella Difranco

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Why choose Business?

The business world is constantly changing and evolving as economic,

technological, political and environmental developments alter the

commercial landscape. Studying Business will provide you with an

understanding of how businesses, large and small, can successfully

deal with these challenges. Amongst the issues you will consider are:

• What are the threats to profits of businesses and are they limited to

just rival companies?

• Is a recession always bad news for businesses?

• How will the UK leaving the EU affect UK businesses

• Should businesses take responsibility for being more ethical?

• How can financial statements be used to assess the strengths

and weaknesses of a company?

• Are emerging economies an opportunity or threat to businesses

based in developed economies?

• Is it always best for businesses to aim to grow? If so, how?

A willingness to use numerical techniques is important, as is the ability

to communicate effectively in writing. You will learn through case

studies, research assignments, class discussions and group activities.

Whatever your chosen career path, chances

are you’ll be working for and managing

within some sort of business in the future

Business



A level Business:

GCSE grade 6 or B in English Language or Literature (plus 4 or C in Mathematics).


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“Interactive class work makes it more enjoyable and helps better understanding. The teaching is also made more interesting with topic videos and worksheets to make progress easier”

Harry Clowes

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Why choose Chemistry?

Knowledge of Chemistry will give you a greater understanding of

the world we live in. Chemistry is the study of substances, what

they are made of, how they interact and what role they play in living

things and the environment. Everything you see around you involves

Chemistry in some way! Chemists provide many of the materials

used in everyday life, together with the knowledge to improve

healthcare and to appreciate and tackle the major environmental

problems that face us all.

If you enjoy finding out about how the world around you works,

and recognising and explaining different patterns of behaviour then

you are likely to enjoy Chemistry. Throughout the course, you will

carry out practical work to develop your skills and to enhance your

learning and enjoyment of the subject. You will be encouraged

to participate in competitions such as the RSC Schools’ Analyst

Competition and the International Chemistry Olympiad, and there

are opportunities to attend conferences and university taster

events.

Everything you see around you involves

chemistry in some way!

Chemistry



A level Chemistry:

GCSE grade 7 or A in Chemistry and Mathematics.


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“I’ve really enjoyed studying Chemistry because the course content is interesting. The concepts covered link together with each other and there is always help available if you need it”

Fiona McBride

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Why choose Classical Civilisation?

Classical Civilisation involves in-depth study of the classical

Greek and Roman worlds which have strongly influenced western

literature, theatre, art and philosophy. You will learn to develop an

independent, critical approach to literature, history and politics and

to form strong analytical skills. Many students find it a valuable

support for other arts subjects, while for others it is a pleasing

contrast to the sciences.

You will have the opportunity to go on trips, to plays, conferences,

museums and, in some years, to visit classical sites abroad such

as those in Rome, Sicily and Greece. There is also the opportunity

to take part in a student-led Classics society which offers

opportunities to hear outside speakers, presentations, debates,

discussions and experience games on classical themes. Many

students of Classical Civilisation go on to study classical subjects

at university; others find that the analytical thinking and writing

skills prove to be a great help in other higher education courses

and in any career.

Learn to develop an independent, critical

approach to literature, history and politics.

Classical Civilisation



A level Classical Civilisation:

GCSE grade 6 or B in English Language or Literature.


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“I love that within lessons we have the freedom to learn and express ourselves in a creative manner, making lessons not only fascinating but also really fun!”

Ilhaam Kahn Blunden

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Why choose Computer Science?

Have you ever wondered how the Web works? Or how anybody

can start to develop something as complex as a new computer

game? Computer Science is an exciting and challenging subject

in which you will develop valuable skills in problem solving as

well as learning how computers work. Many of our students go

on to higher education courses in computer science but you will

gain skills and knowledge which will prove useful in a wide range

of other courses and careers, particularly in maths, science and

engineering. The new A level course is even more strongly focussed

on problem solving and programming. You will learn how to analyse

problems, design algorithms and write programs.

Some students have no previous experience of programming and

we assume none. We provide excellent support in the form of online

resources and one-to-one help. However, we also provide adequate

challenges for the increasing number of students who have taken a

GCSE in Computing or Computer Science.

Ever wondered how the Web works or

how to develop a computer game?

Computer Science



A level Computer Science:

GCSE grade 6 or B in Computing/Computer Science (if studied) and Mathematics.


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“I enjoy studying Computer Science at Hills because it is very practical and hands on. Another thing that makes it fun is the sense of community inside the classroom with everyone helping when others have bugs in code.”

George Cook

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Why choose Dance?

The study of dance is active, physically demanding, intellectually

stimulating and fun. This course places huge emphasis on

practical dance work across a range of styles, as well as on the

analysis of professional choreography. Exploring the work of some

of the foremost names in dance will lead to an understanding

of their techniques and how to apply them to your own creative

work, developing your confidence as an inspiring choreographer.

You will learn how to train effectively and safely, and improve your

skills through many performances both in our theatre and in the

wider community. Additionally, you will develop your collaborative

and communication skills, and learn how to write analytically

about dance. Trips to the theatre to see live performances and

workshops from visiting practitioners are an exciting and enriching

part of the course.

The course is crucial in preparing you for degree or vocational

dance courses, but is also ideal if you have a love of dance and

wish to develop your own skills. This is a highly practical course,

with dance and creative work at the heart of the lessons.

“To touch, to move, to inspire – this is the

true gift of dance.”

Dance



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Sophie Grafton

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Why choose Drama & Theatre Studies?

Drama encompasses all of human experience and we consume

more of it per day than at any other time in human history. Our

need to understand ourselves through the mirror of stage or screen

becomes ever more urgent as the world becomes more complex.

The study of theatre will develop you intellectually, artistically and

socially, as you explore ethical issues in a way that is designed

not only to entertain, but to make your audience think, challenge

and question. You will explore everything that goes into making

great theatre, from text and performance to technical elements

and design. You will study superb plays by brilliant playwrights

and perform them alongside your own devised work. You will

explore the work of the most influential directors of the modern

age, supported by a dynamic programme of theatre trips and

professional workshops. Essential for those going on to specialist

drama or technical training and ideal for those with performance

flair wishing to broaden their curriculum.

“Drama is life with the dull bits cut out”

Drama & Theatre Studies


Alfred Hitchcock


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“Opportunity. Intrigue. Delight. Theatre Studies at Hills Road will offer you the opportunity to delve into beautifully crafted theatre and writing with guidance from dedicated and motivational teachers.”

Shiona Luke

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Why choose Economics?

It is an exciting time to study Economics. Many of the most important

issues facing society are economic in nature. Whether you are

concerned with global warming or global trade, whether you are

concerned about the potential impacts of Brexit, whether you are

looking at the collapse of world financial markets or the collapse of

your neighbour’s small business, you can’t get far without knowledge

of economics. This course aims to stimulate your interest in how

economies work – at personal, national and global levels. A sample of

the issues you will be encouraged to investigate are:

• What might be the impacts of Brexit upon the UK Economy?

• Why has the UK economy experienced both boom conditions

and slumps in the past?

• What determines the level of UK interest rates? Is a strong

pound desirable?

• Why are footballers paid more than nurses?

• What are the implications of a national minimum wage?

• Should the health service be provided by the state

or the private sector?

• Do the activities of multinationals assist or hinder

the development of poor countries?

• Why have African economies been slow to develop?

Should we provide aid?

Many of the most important issues facing

society are economic in nature.

Economics



A level Economics:

GCSE grade 6 or B in English Language or Literature and Mathematics.


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“I’ve really enjoyed Hills, Business and Economics especially, and learning something new every lesson.”

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Develop your independence,

creativity and maturity with one of our

English courses.

Why choose English Language?

Do you ever wonder why people use language in so many

different ways? Do you enjoy expressing your opinions on spoken

and written language? If so, you will find this course particularly

fascinating. You will also develop valuable tools for investigating

how language actually works. As part of the new A level you will

analyse a range of written texts, explore electronic communication

and study many different kinds of spoken texts. To underpin

all this, you will learn the terminology and grammar to enable

you to understand how language works. You will also discover

how children learn to speak during the initial years of life and

how language represents different social groups. You will learn

mostly by investigation, group work and discussion. Some of the

most interesting classes will be when students bring in their own

samples of language for analysis. Your work will be supported by

a rich set of intranet resources including a wonderful set of speech

recordings from across the country.

English



A level English Language:

GCSE grade 6 or B in English Language.


A* - B = 63%

A* - B = 38%


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“I’ve always loved English and English Language has provided the perfect platform for my curiosity to thrive. I find the course well balanced and intriguing; a definite no brainer.”

Esther Tun

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A level English Language & Literature:

GCSE grade 6 or B in English Language and GCSE grade 6 or B in English Literature.



A level English Literature:

GCSE grade 6 or B in English Language and GCSE grade 6 or B in English Literature.


Why choose English Language

and Literature?

English Language and Literature is a course which will give you

a chance to pursue your own creative interests within a clear

framework, while developing your analytical skills. Literary texts

such as Larkin’s poetry and The Great Gatsby will be studied under

the theme of The Individual and Society. You will also study Voices

in Speech and Writing, looking at podcasts, blogs, speeches,

screenplays, and travelogues. The stimulus material in the anthology

is fascinating!

Coursework is part of the course, and the topic will be ‘Identities’.

You will produce your own creative fiction and non-fiction work

and a critical commentary, stimulated by texts including 1984 by

George Orwell and the articles of journalists such as Caitlin Moran

and Charlie Brooker. So, if you are an independent thinker who

enjoys analysing how values and attitudes are created in texts and

you enjoy producing your own imaginative, creative work, this is the

course for you!

Why choose English Literature?

While you are avidly reading the latest book on your shelf, do you

ever ask yourself ‘What else has this author written?’ or wonder

‘What were the ideas of the period that made the writer think

this way?’ ‘What did reviewers think of this book when it was

first published?’ If so, English Literature is a course you will find

particularly attractive.

Examined Topics

During your study of English Literature, you will study eight texts,

while being encouraged to read independently, widely and in-depth.

This will include the study of all three genres: Poetry, Drama and

Prose across a range of periods. These will include a selection

of Contemporary Poetry written Post- 2000, the Romantic John

Keats, Shakespeare’s Hamlet, and the thematic exploration of

either ‘Science and Society’ or ‘Women and Society’ in the novel.

Coursework forms part of this A level course and the theme for the

coursework is Colonial and Postcolonial Literatures.

Creative Writing

The English Literature course does not include creative writing. If

you would like to be writing creatively, then take a look at our English

Language and Literature or Film Studies course.

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“The classroom dynamic is amazing - everyone is as passionate about the subject as you are, and I’ve never had a bored moment, be it studying Maya Angelou or The Great Gatsby.”

Oliver Hancock

“I love class debates where you can hear the ideas and interpretations of your classmates and compare and share them with your own thoughts.”

Ania Vinogradov

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Why choose Film Studies?

Film Studies is designed to enrich your existing appreciation and

enjoyment of film.

It is a well-established academic subject which offers you the

opportunity to engage with a wide range of different films and gain

confidence with a range of critical approaches to film.

You will be learning to ‘read’ a film; considering the nature of the

relationship between an audience and a film, and studying the

importance of social and institutional factors to film production.

The subject lends itself to a wide range of approaches: class

discussion, individual study and research, written analysis; essays,

writing screenplays, producing storyboards and film journalism.

There will also be opportunities for cinema visits. You will also

be supported to develop skills of critical analysis; to examine

the meanings and values contained in films; to understand and

‘read’ the language of films, and to understand cinema as an

industry. Films we may study include Vertigo, Do the Right Thing,

District 9 and Hurt Locker. You will develop your knowledge of

film history focusing on classic films from the silent era, European

experimental films and more recent films like Skyfall and Star

Wars: The Force Awakens.

Enrich your existing appreciation

and enjoyment of film.

Film Studies



A level Film Studies:



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“I really enjoy the variety of film genres we get to study on this course. We have the opportunity to watch films from different periods including Film Noir and the Swinging Sixties.”

Mariam Sesay

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Why choose French?

If you dream of speaking a foreign language fluently and

impressively and perhaps even working abroad, studying French

will bring this ambition within your grasp and it will equip you with

a variety of unique skills that will be invaluable in the future. You will

become a more knowledgeable and informed person and debates

and discussions in the classroom will give you a broad perspective

on a wide range of issues and topics. You will also gain in-depth

knowledge of France and French-speaking countries.

Topics will include social issues and trends, as well as the

opportunity to explore cultural themes through film or literature.

There are native Foreign Language Assistants working in the

Modern Languages department who are available to help and

support you with small group conversation work. There will be the

opportunity for you to take part in an exchange trip in Montpellier or

Paris and there is also a French Society which is run by students.

Gain an in-depth knowledge of the

culture and society of France and speak

a foreign language fluently.

French



A level French:

GCSE grade 6 or B in French.


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A* - B = 66%


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“I have loved every moment of each language lesson. They are very engaging and the teachers are great. I would recommend them to anyone.”

Rae Trowell

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Why choose Geography?

You will study current and interesting issues for our world

including: migration, power and borders and the changes to the

earth’s carbon and water cycles due to deforestation. The course

is a mixture of physical and human geography and provides an

opportunity do UK and overseas fieldwork as well as an individual

independent research project.

A rapidly changing world makes studying A level Geography a

useful, popular and fascinating subject to choose. Geographers

are involved with investigating and solving the environmental

concerns of climatic change, sea level change, pollution,

population growth and landscape degradation. Being able to

understand some of the processes behind the changes and being

able to predict possible outcomes means that you will be able to

gain important skills necessary to help manage these issues. As a

geographer you will develop the excellent skills in both numeracy

and literacy as well as learning how to create and design your own

maps using Geographical Information Systems (GIS).

A rapidly changing world makes geography

a vital, dynamic and lively subject.

Geography



A level Geography:

GCSE grade 6 or B in Geography (if Geography not studied, English Language or Literature plus Maths 4 (or C).


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“Geography at Hills offers various fieldwork opportunities which helped to broaden my understanding and strengthen my appreciation for the subject through first-hand and enjoyable experiences.”

Rhiannon Elliott

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Why choose Geology?

In your first year of study you get to investigate all about minerals, rocks

and fossils formed in different places and times as well as tectonics.

Rocks tell the history of the Earth and are a fascinating subject to study.

There is an opportunity to study in the field on the remote Scottish

island of Arran. In your second year you will build on the knowledge to

investigate the subject to a greater depth, including a fieldtrip to Dorset.

There are many career pathways which lead on from a Geology course.

For example volcanology, civil engineering, environmental engineering,

forensic science, mining and the study of ancient environments which

helps us to understand climate change.

Studying Geology at A level provides a unique opportunity to take a new

and dynamic science subject. This can be taken further at degree level

or as a supporting subject for other degrees in Earth and Environmental

sciences.

Students have the support and guidance of well qualified Geologists and

access to a specialist laboratory and a rich collection of rock and fossil

samples to analyse.

We welcome applications and if you have further questions please

contact: Dr Kevin Jones [email protected]

Discover the origin and evolution of our

dynamic Earth. Investigate the processes and

changes which have shaped our planet.

Geology



A level Geology:

GCSE grade 6 or B in Mathematics and at least one of Biology/Chemistry/Physics.


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“My favourite part of studying geology so far has been our trip to the Isle of Arran in Scotland where we completed our coursework as well as seeing some interesting geological features.”

Alex Mattin

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Why choose German?

If you dream of speaking a foreign language fluently and impressively

and perhaps even working abroad, studying German will bring this

ambition within your grasp and it will equip you with a variety of

unique skills that will be invaluable in the future. You will become

a more knowledgeable and informed person and debates and

discussions in the classroom will give you a broad perspective

on a wide range of issues and topics. You will gain an in-depth

knowledge of the culture and contemporary society of Germany.

Topics will include social issues and trends, as well as the

opportunity to explore cultural themes through film or literature.

There are native Foreign Language Assistants working in the Modern

Languages department who are available to help and support you

with small group conversation work. There will be the opportunity

for you to take part in a work experience exchange to Hamburg and

there is also a German Society which is run by students.

Gain an in-depth knowledge

of German culture and learn to

speak the language fluently.

German



A level German:

GCSE grade 6 or B in German.


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“The Hamburg exchange was a great opportunity to improve my German in a work environment, as well as learning more about German culture.”

Sam Fitzgerald

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Why choose Government & Politics?

Politics is the way in which a society or a group manages different

views, conflict and disagreement. Politics is about compromise;

it’s about power; it’s about government. We look at these aspects

through studies of UK and global politics, examining the political

structures and issues of debate both in the UK and around the

world. You will develop research and communication skills through

a balanced handling of political questions, an interest in citizenship

and an up-to-date knowledge of current affairs. You will develop your

analytical skills by evaluating political concepts and arguments from

competing and sometimes controversial perspectives. These are

skills highly valued by Higher Education institutions and employers.

There is an active student-led Politics Society, and a programme of

visiting speakers. The department organises annual study trips to

the Houses of Parliament in London, and an international residential

trip. Politics students go on to study a wide variety of subjects

at university, including PPE (Philosophy, Politics & Economics),

international relations, law, journalism and history.

Politics is about compromise; it’s about

power; it’s about government

Government & Politics


A level Government & Politics:



A* - B = 80%

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A* - E = 99%


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“Enthusiastic and passionate teachers are outstanding, turning the lessons into some of the most engaging; the flipped learning system, where we watch and make note of ‘pre-chewed politics’ videos at home and come to lesson for a ‘speed d(eb)ate’, is a great modern-day learning technique.”

Evren Uygun


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Why choose History?

“History lessons are great fun!” and Hills Road historians ensure that

the fun extends beyond the classroom, running debates and a mini-

conference with outside speakers. Given the analytical and evaluative

skills that historians develop, it’s no wonder that History is highly

regarded by top universities and employers alike.

We offer a choice of two History courses:

• Crisis, Conflict and Communism - This covers:

‘The Rise and Fall of Communism’: the Soviet Union, 1917-91;

‘Life behind the Berlin Wall’: East Germany, 1949-90;

and ‘From Trafalgar to the Trenches’: Britain at War, 1790-1918.

• Rights, Race and Revolutions - This covers:

‘The World Turned Upside Down?’: The Stuarts, Cromwell

and the Civil Wars, 1603-60;

‘The Era of the Iron Curtain’: The Cold War in Europe, 1941-95;

and ‘From Slaves to Citizens’: Civil Rights in the USA, 1865-1992.

Coursework in Year 13 on both courses offers the opportunity to study

a historical controversy via a Modern, Early Modern or Medieval route.

Topics include: The Crusades; Early Modern Witch Hunts; The French

Revolution; and Nazi Germany.

History is who we are and why

we are the way we are.

History



A level History:

GCSE grade 6 or B in History (if History not studied, English Language or Literature).


What’s next?...

A* - B = 75%

A* - B = 56%


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“Teachers’ passion for History is clear. My understanding and enjoyment have been developed way beyond GCSE by the lively classroom debate, collaborative work, near-limitless supply of supplementary reading possibilities and enthusiastic teaching.”

Inigo Hunnable

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Why choose History of Art?

History of Art provides you with an intimate environment for

focused and intense discussion revolving around the history and

development of Art. It provides you with the tools to analyse a

range of historical periods from the unique viewpoint of the visual

arts. Classes are highly interactive, and you are encouraged

to discuss and debate your ideas with both your teacher and

with each other. The course consists of studying works of art

and architecture from classical antiquity to the present day. This

takes place both in galleries and museums and in the classroom,

using digital slides and films. You will learn through discussion,

presentations and written essays how to understand these

works in the context of the time in which they were made. A key

component of the course seeks to develop your ability to write

analytically and to make substantiated judgements in relation to

key themes throughout art history. Learning to interpret images

and understand design are skills for life!

Learning to interpret images and

understand design are skills for life.

History of Art



A level History of Art:



A* - B = 78%

A* - B = 58%


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“Studying History of Art has not only improved how I see and appreciate art, but also all aspects of culture. It has opened my eyes to a variety of different features of society that I would not have previously considered.”

Esme Lucas

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Why choose Latin?

Latin gives students the key to a rich and influential literature and

to a range of modern languages. Historical context and Roman

ideas and values are studied as part of the background to literature

and language. You will learn to think logically and analytically about

language and literature and you will develop a critical approach

to ideas of Roman society and compare them with those current

today. There are also opportunities for developing research and

presentation skills as well as trips to conferences and plays and,

in some years, to Rome.

The work is challenging but rewarding and some students have

gone on to study classics at universities including Oxbridge.

Latin A level is now offered by few state schools and colleges; it is

a relatively rare qualification valued by universities and employers

alike.

The key to a rich and influential literature

and to a range of modern languages.

Latin



A level Latin:

GCSE grade 6 or B in Latin (short course GCSE acceptable).


A* - B = 90%

A* - B = 65%


NATIONAL



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“Studying Latin at Hills has been a great opportunity to get to know the Romans, their language and their authors. The teachers help get you up to speed with an A level standard of work really quickly.”

Finn Jarvis

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Why choose Mathematics?

The Maths A level course gives students the essential tools

required to study and understand abstract ideas in a wide range

of contexts. Students enjoy its challenge, its clarity, and the fact

that you know when you are right. The solution of a problem has

an excitement and a satisfaction. Alongside the pure mathematics

you will also study Mechanics, building on Newtonian ideas of

motion and forces and Statistics which allows us to make sense

of the world around us through data analysis.

Features• Maths is a facilitating subject for Maths and Science based

degree courses.

• Entirely assessed through examinations at the end of the two

years (no coursework).

• Maths is good training for the mind, helping to develop logical

thinking and problem solving skills – the kind of analytical

processes that have helped solve problems of all kinds for

thousands of years.

• A focus on the abstract, linking algebra with geometry, including

elements of problem solving and analysis of a large data set.

Mathematics



A level Mathematics:

GCSE grade 7 or A in Mathematics.


A* - B = 75%

A* - B = 64%


NATIONAL


A* - E = 99%


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Matt Butler-Finbow

“I enjoy Maths as it is individually challenging and you get a good sense of achievement when mastering a topic.”

Students enjoy its challenge, its clarity,

and the fact that you know when you

are right.

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Why choose Double Mathematics?

This means studying Maths A level and Further Maths A level

together. It is a course for those with a strong interest in pursuing

Maths beyond sixth form and demands a strong overall GCSE

profile. Students often take it because they want to study Maths,

Physics or Engineering at degree level and would find a stronger

mathematical background helpful.

It can be extremely rewarding for you if you enjoy Maths and are

stimulated by the faster pace and greater depth.

Features• Further Maths is essential for some university courses.

• Further Maths is useful for some university courses in Economics,

Computing, Physics and Engineering.

• Students will take exams for both Mathematics and Further

Mathematics at the end of two years

• No coursework.

• Includes both mechanics and statistics content.

• Is taken with two other subject choices.

• An additional two lessons per week to give six lessons per week.

For those with a strong interest in pursuing

Maths beyond sixth form.

Double Mathematics



A level Double Mathematics:

GCSE grade 8 or A* in Mathematics.


A* - B = 70%

A* - B = 78%


NATIONAL


A* - E = 98%


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Farbod Salamat-Zadeh

“The Maths teachers at Hills are fantastic and always teach with lots of enthusiasm, with extra support available outside of lessons if you need more guidance.”

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Why choose Media Studies?

Media Studies is a popular subject at both A level and degree

level. The A level Media Studies course gives you a broad

experience of many different aspects of the media, plus the

opportunity to carry out your own research and produce your

own print and video products. It equips you with the skills and

knowledge to engage critically with the wide range of media

you encounter in everyday life. This course will touch on most

of the main media at some point: film (including I, Daniel Blake

and Straight Outta Compton), television (including Life on Mars

and The Bridge) advertising and a range of new media, such as

websites and video games.

You will carry out studies of specific types of texts. A range

of concepts and issues will also be covered: how the media

represents particular social groups, who owns the media and

how this affects the type of media produced. You will learn to use

digital video cameras and digital editing equipment to produce

your own video work. There will also be opportunities for trips

and extra curricular activities.

Learn to engage critically with the wide range

of media you encounter in everyday life.

Media Studies



A level Media Studies:



A* - B = 90%

A* - B = 44%


NATIONAL



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Otis Kingsman

“I enjoyed the mix of practical lessons which expressed my creative side and theory lessons based on case studies. Considering this is a subject that almost everyone is exposed to, learning how it works is very interesting.”

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Why choose Music?

Music A level provides an excellent all-round education in the

varied aspects of music making. Skill areas cover performing

and composing as well as aural, harmony and historical analysis.

It is a creative subject which provides opportunities to work in

your own preferred styles, whilst retaining a focus on traditional

Western classical music. The course has a large coursework

element which enables you to work at length and in detail on your

coursework submissions. Practical music making is integral to

the course; solo and/or ensemble playing is required so you must

be having regular lessons with a suitably qualified professional

on your main instrument or voice. Within the department there

is an excellent and varied extracurricular programme including

the following groups: chamber choir, College choir, folk/roots

group, jazz choir, jazz orchestra, symphony orchestra and wind

orchestra. You are required to be part of at least two of these

groups. Instrumental award ensembles are given coaching by

professional musicians and there are regular extension events

including trips to concerts/ operas, workshops, careers talks,

university talks and concert tours.

Practical music-making is integral

to this course.

Music



A level Music:

GCSE grade 6 or B in Music (plus grade 5 instrument or voice and basic keyboard skills).


A* - B = 82%

A* - B = 45%


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Ross Williams

“I love music at Hills because every lesson is great fun, working with others on a variety of pieces. I’m always in the music block at lunch playing and singing in all sorts of groups.”

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Why choose Music Technology?

Music Technology is a creative and innovative subject which

arms you with skills needed to compose, produce and record

music. You will gain an understanding of a wide range of popular

musical styles, and will learn how to use technology successfully

in the field of popular music. The course is practical with much

of the work being carried out at computer work stations. There

are excellent opportunities to learn to operate a wide variety of

music hardware and software, all in superb facilities including

a teaching room with a fully equipped suite of computers (one

student per computer) and two recording studios, one including

an acoustically isolated booth. One studio comprises Logic Studio

X with M-Audio Profire 2626 audio interface, whilst the second

studio contains Logic Studio X, Audient iD22 interface / ASP 880

pre-amps, outboard effects, balanced tie-lines to an acoustic

booth, and a recital room. There is also access to the full range of

McDSP professional audio plug-ins.

Learn how to use technology successfully in

the field of contemporary popular music.

Music Technology



A level Music Technology:

GCSE grade 6 or B in Music (or grade 5 Theory of Music or grade 5 Instrument).


A* - B = 52%

A* - B = 45%


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“The lessons have a relaxed environment and through recording and composing projects, you’re given the confidence and freedom to explore different genres and sounds.”

Liberty Butterworth

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Why choose Philosophy?

Philosophy deals with the big questions in life and examines the rich

treasure trove of answers to questions such as: What is the nature

and limitation of our knowledge? How do we decide what is right?

Does God exist? What is human consciousness? Philosophy A

level will appeal to you if you enjoy thinking deeply, reading critically

and expressing your ideas clearly in essays and discussion. Your

opinions will be challenged in lively classroom discussion as you

are led through the maze of dilemmas. A level Philosophy is the

antidote to learning facts and figures: this subject encourages you

to think for yourself! The course is complementary to both arts and

science A levels and prepares you for allied academic subjects at

university including a Philosophy, Politics and Economics degree

or a straight philosophy degree. Thinking is a vocational skill and

philosophy graduates are extremely marketable in a wide variety of

fields such as law, journalism and public services.

What can we know? What is human

consciousness? Philosophy deals

with the big questions in life.

Philosophy



A level Philosophy:



A* - B = 66%

A* - B = 43%


NATIONAL



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“Philosophy is a very strange subject! Nothing makes sense for a long time; then it does – and that’s a fantastic feeling.”

Hannah Kirkham

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Why choose Photography?

Studying photography will give you a greater understanding of the

world we live in, and your place within it. You will be encouraged to

explore subject themes that you are personally interested in to ensure

that you are always on a creative journey that is meaningful to you. We

actively encourage individual ideas and experimentation with one to one

discussion and feedback taking place during lesson time. You will have

one main teacher. However, there is flexibility for you to try a range of

methods of working, and the staff operate as a team to share knowledge

and to support you. All the staff are practising artists and have a wide

range of specialist interests and expertise. There is also the opportunity

to take part in a number of local study visits and one abroad. Recent

destinations have included Naples, Venice and Paris.

We have a wide range of resources available including:

• Photographic studio and location lighting equipment

• Range of film and digital camera equipment

• Digital editing computer suite

• Photographic darkroom

The course is essential in preparing you for degree level study, but is also

ideal if you have a love of photography and wish to develop your own

skills further. No previous knowledge is required for this course, but a

keen interest in the subject is a must!

Gain an understanding of the photographic

art form and the world around you.

Photography



A level Photography:



A* - B = 44%

A* - B = 58%


NATIONAL



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“A level Photography has been a great opportunity for me to constantly experiment and push myself. I am always learning new things and improving each week. I am excited to see how my work progresses.”

Emily Rogers

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Why choose Physical Education?

The scientific study of exercise, health and sport is big business,

from the riches of professional sport to the equally important

personal fitness sector. The impact of sport on both our individual

lives and the global economy cannot be overstated. A level PE

covers an incredibly diverse range of topics. You learn about how

the body works: anatomy, physiology and biomechanics, how

performance can be enhanced, analysed and monitored and about

the multiple health benefits of physical activity. For example, did you

know that inactivity is costing the NHS around £7.4 billion a year?

You will also study psychology, nutrition, sports injury prevention

and management and sport business to understand the financial

side of the sport industry. You will also gain an understanding of

the role that sport played in the past and the role it will play in the

future. Essentially you will develop the skills of a scientist as well as

those of an arts student.

The scientific study of exercise,

health and sport.

Physical Education



A level Physical Education:

GCSE grade 6 or B in PE (if PE not studied, English Language or Literature and at least one of Maths/Biology/Chemistry/ Physics).


A* - B = 70%

A* - B = 40%


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“As a subject, PE is very engaging, diverse and topical, the challenge is just part of what makes it so enjoyable.”

Ollie Trent

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Why choose Physics?

In investigating the fundamental principles of how the universe

works, Physics is a rewarding study for those of you with an

inquiring mind. It is also the basis on which all forms of technology

are built. The course seeks to promote sound understanding and

application of physical concepts along with self-reliance in tackling

independent tasks, both theoretical and practical. Growth of

logical and numerical ability accompanies the development of the

subject material.

This goes hand-in-hand with your development, increasing your

responsibility for your own learning. Such skills are important in

all future forms of professional activity and particularly so in those

areas which require a predominantly logical or numerate approach.

Physics is a fascinating subject and, whilst it can be studied at

higher education in its own right, it is also commonly studied by

those wishing to go on to engineering courses, medical courses,

architecture or degrees in other science areas and it is a widely

accepted qualification for any area which requires numeracy or

logical thought.

Investigate the fundamental principles of how

the universe works.

Physics



A level Physics:

GCSE grade 7 or A in Physics and Mathematics.


A* - B = 73%

A* - B = 50%


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“You are exposed to many aspects of physics, and are taught how the content relates to real-life applications, in particular by the many experiments which are conducted periodically throughout the year.”

Charlotte Donoghue

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Why choose Psychology?

Psychology is the scientific study of human behaviour and

experience. This stimulating subject combines fascinating content

with a rigorous and scientific approach to investigation. It has

recently undergone a huge growth in popularity, both as a choice

for A level and undergraduate students. The course aims to develop

both an academic understanding of the subject and an appreciation

of its impact on people’s daily lives.

Psychology A level develops your ability to formulate an argument

by presenting and critically evaluating research evidence.

Accurate and concise writing is important in answering short

structured questions and longer essay style questions. There is no

coursework, but an important element of the course is practical:

designing and carrying out research, reporting findings and

analysing data. This provides good opportunities to develop IT and

number skills. Lunchtime workshops and a peer-mentoring scheme

provide further opportunities to further your understanding. There

is a student-run Psychology Society which organises lunchtime

talks by visiting speakers and shows videos of programmes of

psychological interest.

A fascinating subject with a rigorous

and scientific approach.

Psychology



A level Psychology:

GCSE grade 6 or B in English Language or Literature and at least one of Maths/Biology/Chemistry/Physics.


A* - B = 74%

A* - B = 45%


NATIONAL


A* - E = 99%


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“The wealth of topics in this course make it a wholly engaging subject. The interest is balanced by effective teaching and comprehensive learning aids which provide stellar revision tools and consolidation for work completed in class.”

Joe Lever

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Why choose Religious Studies?

Religious Studies is an attractive option if you are interested in

studying the fundamental questions which all human beings ask:

“What is the point of being alive?”, “What or who is God?”, “Why

is there suffering and evil in the world?”, “What is the right way to

live?” and “Is there anything beyond death?” The subject gets to

grips with people’s real lives, what they believe and what makes

them act as they do. It is also about societies and cultures often

very different from your own, and how these have evolved over

time. It also introduces you to some of the great debates and

thinkers in religion, ethics and philosophy. Religious Studies will

appeal to you if you are enthusiastic and thoughtful enough to want

to understand fascinating concepts and the deeply held convictions

of others, and to examine your own prejudices, assumptions and

beliefs. The approach taken to studying Religious Studies is an

objective, open-ended and exploratory one, encouraging debate

and enabling students both to step imaginatively into the shoes of

religious believers and to grapple with new ideas.

Does God exist? How should we live?

Get to grips with what people believe and

what makes them act as they do.

Religious Studies



A level Religious Studies:



A* - B = 84%

A* - B = 55%


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“I really enjoy RS because it gives you the opportunity to engage with a wide range of fascinating issues, from the problem of evil to social status in India.”

Nathan Choat

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Sociology



A level Sociology:



Why choose Sociology?

Because you’re curious about the world in which you live and

your place in it. Sociologists are interested in why society works

in the way that it does. They conduct research into, and also look

at, the extent to which behaviour – and opportunities – can be

shaped by social class, age, gender and race. This course will

help you understand the ways in which individual lives are shaped

by social institutions such as the education system, religion and

the mass media, and investigates key contemporary problems,

such as poverty, religious extremism and crime. Through research

and investigation, you will develop a range of transferable skills,

amongst them the ability to construct and deconstruct arguments

both orally and in writing, analyse information critically and present

information logically. Sociology is a subject within the Political

and Social Sciences department at Hills Road. The department

regularly invites outside speakers to come into the College to

speak to you.

Interested in why society works

the way it does?

A* - B = 74%

A* - B = 49%


NATIONAL


A* - E = 99%


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“Sociology is a great subject where you learn to analyse society. It’s a really warm environment where we all feel confident to share our views.”

Liam Cattermole

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Why choose Spanish?

If you dream of speaking a foreign language fluently and

impressively and perhaps even working abroad, studying a

language will bring this ambition within your grasp and it will

equip you with a variety of unique skills that will be invaluable in

the future. You will become a more knowledgeable and informed

person and debates and discussions in the classroom will give

you a broad perspective on a wide range of issues and topics.

You will also gain in-depth knowledge of Spain and Spanish

speaking countries. Topics will include social issues and trends, as

well as the opportunity to explore cultural themes through film or

literature. There are native Foreign Language Assistants working in

the Modern Languages department who are available to help and

support you with small group conversation work. We run a peer

mentoring scheme and there will be the opportunity for you to take

part in an exchange link to Spain.

Gain an in-depth knowledge of the

culture and society of Spain and speak a

foreign language fluently.


A level Spanish:

GCSE grade 6 or B in Spanish.


Spanish


A* - B = 82%

A* - B = 67%


NATIONAL


A* - E = 98%


Get the results!

“I like learning in depth about Spanish culture and a film in Spanish. The highlight of the course was definitely the Spanish exchange to Santander.”

Izzi Godley

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HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | HOW DO I APPLY

How do I apply?

Read this prospectus and look on our website

www.hillsroad.ac.uk. Speak to Hills Road staff at your

school’s post-16 evening.

Research

Attend one of our Open Evenings on Wednesday 8th or

Thursday 9th November between 5pm – 9pm.

Open Evening

Aim to complete your online application form during

December 2017.

For full details please go to the application page on our

website: http://www.hillsroad.ac.uk/sixthform/applications.

Complete Application

Your easy step-by-step guide

Your full application needs to be submitted to us by

Wednesday 10th January 2018, inclusive of reference

information from your school. So please keep to the

timescales indicated by your school for this process.

If not applying through UCAS Progress and using the

Hills Road application form instead, please submit by

Wednesday 3rd January to give your school time to

complete your reference, or earlier if requested by your

school.

Submit Application

Attend a Guidance Meeting (for qualified in-area applicants):

the majority will be held on Monday 5th February.

Also in February: complete online ‘course confirmation

form’ (for all qualified applicants).

Guidance Meeting

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Open Evening

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March 2018.

In-Area Offers

Out-area offers are published in

April 2018.

Out-Area Offers

Summer Examination period

during May and June 2018.

Exam Period

Summer Holiday period during

July and August 2018.

Summer Holiday

Information made available for

any students eligible to receive

financial assistance.

Financial Support

GCSE results day: Thursday 23rd

August 2018.

GCSE Results

Post-results advice will be available

at the enrolment days which are

likely to be on Friday 24th August

and Tuesday 28th August 2018.

Applicants are advised to ensure

they are available for these dates.

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HILLS ROAD PROSPECTUS 2018 | HOW TO FIND US

How to find us

• A 10-15 minute walk from Cambridge railway station

• Served by bus routes to and from the city centre and surrounding villages

• Within easy walking distance of the city centre

• Within easy access of junction 11 of the M11

We regret there is no parking on the College site other than for disabled persons. Disabled visitors are asked to contact the

College to arrange access. More transport information can be found on our website:

www.hillsroad.ac.uk/sixthform/applications.

For Open Evening, visitors travelling by car are advised to use the multi-storey car park in Clifton Road, (see map) a short

walk from the College. Alternatively, you may choose to use public transport. The College is a 10-15 minute walk from the

train station and it is on Stagecoach’s Citi 1 and Citi 7 bus routes, and also on the Babraham Road Park and Ride route.

Local bus information can be found at: www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/transport/around/buses/.

The information contained in this prospectus has been carefully compiled and is, to the best of our knowledge, correct at the time of going to press.

It is for the general guidance of all students wishing to enrol in September 2018. The provision of all courses and facilities is regularly reviewed and

may be subject to change without notice.

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Wednesday 8th or Thursday 9th November, 5.00-9.00pm.

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