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1 TUPTON HALL SCHOOL GUIDED CHOICES FOR YEARS 10 AND Name.. Form.

2 This booklet is yours. Don t lose it. It is important, and if used properly will help you in the next few months to make some difficult but very important decisions. Inside you will find: Information about what you have to do. Guidance about how to do it. Information about the courses in Years 10 and 11. Activities sheets. The Activities sheets are designed to help you. If you complete all of the tasks, making these important decisions about subject choices will be much easier, because you will have thought very carefully about why you want to study certain subjects. This is your chance to obtain advice and information and to make wise choices for Years 10 and 11. Do your very best to prepare yourself before you are interviewed about your choices. Life will be so much more straightforward if you think before the event rather than after it. Changing subjects once you have started them is very difficult.

3 GUIDED CHOICES FOR KS4 STUDY Making decisions about the subjects you will study in Years 10 and 11 is the first step in moving from the Lower School to the Upper School. Making the right decisions is really important if you are to be successful at Key Stage 4. To make the right choices you need to be as informed as possible about what the different subjects involve, how they are examined and what level of qualification you can gain. READ THE SUBJECT INFORMATION YOU ARE GIVEN, TALK TO YOUR SUBJECT TEACHERS ABOUT THIS AND TALK TO OLDER STUDENTS WHO STUDY THOSE SUBJECTS. The right choices will be subjects that you think you can do well in. LOOK AT YOUR YEAR 9 REPORT, YOUR LEVELS OF ATTAINMENT AND YOUR TEST RESULTS. The right choices will be subjects that you will enjoy liking something makes it easier to work hard at it. THINK ABOUT WHAT YOU HAVE ENJOYED THIS YEAR BECAUSE OF THE SUBJECT NOT THE TEACHER! THINK ABOUT THE SKILLS YOU WILL NEED IN EACH SUBJECT. The right choices will give you as many options as possible for future study or job opportunities. TRY TO CHOOSE A BROAD BALANCED RANGE OF SUBJECTS DON T GO FOR SUBJECTS THAT ARE TOO SIMILAR OR RULE OUT A WHOLE AREA OF THE CURRICULUM. The right choices are personal to you. DON T CHOOSE A SUBJECT JUST BECAUSE YOUR FRIEND IS DOING IT OR YOUR PARENTS HAVE TOLD YOU TO OR YOUR OLDER BROTHER OR SISTER DID WELL IN IT. The right choices are the subjects that you will want to study for the next two years changing courses once you get in to Year 10 is very difficult. THINK ABOUT THE COMMITMENT YOU ARE MAKING YOU WILL HAVE TO LIVE WITH THESE CHOICES FOR A LONG TIME.

4 Advice for ALL students: IMPORTANT ADVICE FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS Choose a wide range of different courses from different faculties e.g. DT Food, Art and Business or History, Spanish and Drama. Choosing three courses that are very like each other may put too many demands on you unless you are particularly talented in that area. You cannot choose two Design and Technology courses. Advice for students considering FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION The entry criteria for our Sixth Form (and most others) is 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C including English and Maths. Only one GCSE equivalent subject (e.g. BTEC) will be accepted in the total of five. Some departments expect students to have achieved a grade B or above, or to have been entered at the higher level at GCSE, to be able to cope with the demands of A level study in particular subjects. You should check this with teaching staff in that department. If you are thinking of going to university, keep your option choices open. If you have a specific career pathway or degree in mind you need to check whether there are specific GCSE requirements for that course on the UCAS website Students are able to, but do not have to, fulfil the requirements of the English Baccalaureate (EBacc) certificate through our option system. The EBacc is not a qualification in itself but recognises where pupils have secured a C grade or better across a core of academic subjects English, mathematics, history or geography, the sciences and a foreign language. Advice for students considering VOCATIONAL COURSES These courses are closely related to the world of work. If you are interested in a career in one of these areas, they will lead on to higher level training when you are 16. You will find these courses in the Chesterfield and Bolsover Learning Community Booklet. Examples are Motor Vehicle, Hair and Beauty, Childcare and Health and Social Care. If you are interested in one of these courses you should indicate this on the options form but should also choose a first and second in-school choice.

5 You will also need to complete a separate application form for the Learning Community and if successful will be invited to interview. The school will make the final decision about a student s entry to a Learning Community Course. You should not assume that because you apply you will automatically get a place. If you are successful in your application to a Learning Community course you must remember that this will mean travelling to another place for your learning, being taught by new staff you have not met before and working alongside students from a range of different schools. Some courses offered in school are also quite closely related to the world of work. For example, a Leisure and Tourism qualification can lead to work in the leisure and tourism industries and to the A Level Travel and Tourism course. Advice for students supported by ENHANCED LEARNING Some students will be invited by the Enhanced Learning faculty to choose as one of their options a course which is more suited to their needs and should help them to cope with the demands of their other GCSE subjects more effectively. Advice on this is available from Miss Gooch and other staff in the Enhanced Learning faculty, one of whom will also try to be present at your appointment on the Progress Review Days where this can be discussed. DISCUSSIONS WITH YOUR ADVISER During one of the progress review days on 13 or 14 February, you will have a discussion with your adviser (a senior member of staff) about your choice of courses. You will need to bring this booklet and a copy of your report to that meeting, because your adviser will be checking whether you ve worked hard in the courses that you are considering, and that your behaviour and attendance are good!

6 COURSE INFORMATION SHEETS THESE SHEETS ARE FULL OF INFORMATION TO HELP YOU DECIDE ON WHETHER A COURSE IS RIGHT FOR YOU. TAKE TIME TO READ THESE SHEETS CAREFULLY

7 CORE COURSES ENGLISH AND ENGLISH LITERATURE I.C.T LEARNING 4 LIFE (INCLUDING CITIZENSHIP, SEX EDUCATION AND CAREERS EDUCATION) MATHEMATICS CORE PE R.S. SCIENCE

8 1. COURSE TITLE GCSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LITERATURE 2. COURSE CONTENT The course leads to two GCSEs; you will achieve a GCSE in English Language and a GCSE in English Literature. The course tests reading, writing, speaking and listening. You will complete a folder of controlled assessment tasks and a range of speaking and listening assessments at different times during Years 10 and 11. At the end of the course, you will also take three examinations. Most students will take this English course. 3. SKILLS INVOLVED You will learn to read accurately and analytically, studying non-fiction, Shakespeare and a range of other literary texts. You will learn to write for a range of purposes and in a variety of styles. At the same time, you will be learning how to express yourself clearly and effectively using spoken English. You will also study how people speak in different situations, completing a spoken language study. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK You will be expected to complete a certain amount of work at home. Homework might involve close or wider reading, technical exercises or preparatory work for your controlled assessment tasks. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED GCSE English Language Controlled Assessment: This will consist of a folder containing four pieces of written work which will account for 40% of your total grade. Examination: There is one examination based on a study of previously unseen non-fiction texts, followed by the completion of two written tasks. The total percentage allocated to examination is 60%. You will also complete three speaking and listening tasks for which you will receive a grading of between 1 and 5 on your GCSE certificate. GCSE English Literature Controlled Assessment: This will consist of one piece of written work (25% of your grade), based on a play by Shakespeare and a text from the English literary heritage. Examination: There are two examinations for English Literature. The first examination asks you to respond to two texts which you have studied in class which, this year, have been Steinbeck s Of Mice and Men and J. B. Priestley s An Inspector Calls. The second examination focuses on poetry, requiring you to compare poems you have studied, as well as responding to a previously unseen poem. The total percentage allocated to examination is 75%. 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS Journalism, Local Government, Banking, Advertising, Public Administration, Teaching, Librarianship, Theatre Work, Television, Business Management, Solicitor, Marketing, Civil Service etc.

9 1. COURSE TITLE GCSE ENGLISH 2. COURSE CONTENT The course leads to one GCSE qualification. The course tests reading, writing, speaking and listening. You will complete a folder of controlled assessment tasks and a range of speaking and listening assessments at different times during Years 10 and 11. At the end of the course, you will also take one examination. 3. SKILLS INVOLVED You will learn to read accurately and analytically, studying non-fiction, Shakespeare and a wide range of literary texts. You will learn to write for a range of purposes and in a variety of styles. At the same time, you will be learning how to express yourself clearly and effectively using spoken English. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK You will be expected to complete a certain amount of work at home. Homework might involve close or wider reading, technical exercises or work preparing for your controlled assessment tasks. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Controlled Assessment: This will consist of a folder containing five pieces of written work which will account for 40% of your total grade. Examination: There is one examination based on a study of previously unseen non-fiction texts, followed by the completion of two written tasks. The total percentage allocated to examination is 60%. You will also complete three speaking and listening tasks for which you will receive a grading of between 1 and 5 on your GCSE certificate. 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS Journalism, Local Government, Banking, Advertising, Public Administration, Teaching, Librarianship, Theatre Work, Television, Business Management, Solicitor, Marketing, Civil Service, etc.

10 1. COURSE TITLE ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) 2. COURSE CONTENT The course contains 4 units of study over the two years. Units are: Word Processing Spreadsheets Presentations Improving Productivity 3. SKILLS INVOLVED In ECDL the effective IT user skills will help you unlock the potential of your computer and the programmes you use. You ll discover new, faster ways to communicate, solve tasks and access information. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK The nature of the course means that there will be coursework at regular interval times and support work for this will be the homework for the course. All preparation work can be taken home and completed by students using their own computers, or via lunchtime clubs and the library facilities 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED All the above units are assessed via on-line tests. These tests can be re-sat in order to gain target grades. There is no final terminal exam or major piece of project work At level 2 all of the units are graded as Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction *, equating to grades C, B, A and A* 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS It s the world s number one IT user qualification recognised and valued in workplaces around the globe as proof of competence in IT. It s tried, tested and trusted. ECDL programmes have been delivered to over 13 million people, in 41 languages across 148 countries. Over 2.5 million people have taken ECDL in the UK alone.

11 1. COURSE TITLE LEARNING FOR LIFE As one of the core curriculum areas, all students follow a Learning 4 Life (L4L) course in Years 10 and 11. The L4L programme includes elements of Citizenship, Health and Relationships; Study Skills; Enterprise; Careers Education and Guidance; and Work Related Learning. Students also take part in a Work experience programme in Year DELIVERY L4L is delivered through a weekly one-hour lesson that is at a different time every week. Students also have a L4L tutorial in form time every week. 3. CAREERS EDUCATION AND GUIDANCE This programme continues from Year 9 with close liaison with the Derbyshire L.E.A. Careers Service. There is a particular focus in Year 11 when students are making decisions about their career choices after completing G.C.S.E.s. All students have the opportunity of a one-to-one interview with an independent adviser. All students register with a comprehensive careers website, U-Explore, which provides students to research careers options, to prepare an action plan, a CV and application forms, and to update these whenever they need to in their own personal web space. Year 11 students also take part in a Careers Day in the autumn term. They are given mock interviews by local employers, and have the opportunity to speak to a range of training providers. They also work on other interview techniques and how to write a letter of application. 4. WORK RELATED LEARNING All students learn about work, through work, for work. In Year 10 students are expected to complete a work experience placement at the end of the summer term. (Some Learning Community courses have an essential work experience requirement.)

12 1. COURSE TITLE GCSE MATHEMATICS 2. COURSE CONTENT All Mathematics courses will build upon work already started in previous years. The mathematics courses at Higher and Foundation level will be based around text books specific to the course. Using and Applying Mathematics will be covered by problem solving questions, rich tasks and are linked to specific topics being covered. 3. SKILLS INVOLVED The courses will help you to develop oral, written and practical skills; develop a feel for number; apply mathematics in everyday situations; solve problems and interpret results; appreciate patterns and relationships in mathematics; acquire knowledge to apply mathematics in other subjects; understand systems of measurement in everyday use; and use mathematical instruments including a calculator (all students will need to continue to provide a set of simple drawing instruments and an appropriate calculator). 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Students following the Higher or Foundation courses should expect thirty to fortyfive minutes of homework twice a week. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Assessment Internal assessments will take place at regular intervals throughout the course. External assessment will be by a linear exam primarily at the end of year 11, though some students may be early entered in November of Year 11. Level of Entry Higher Foundation GCSE Grades Targeted A* A B C D C D E F G 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS Almost all careers and courses demand an appropriate level of competence in Mathematics.

13 1. COURSE TITLE CORE PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2. COURSE CONTENT a. Students select a strand of activities throughout Year 10 and 11. Each activity will last approximately 7 weeks. b. Several strands have a particular focus that will enable students to gain additional qualifications in some of the activities below: Outdoor Activities Indoor Activities PE Qualification Movement Football Basketball Leadership Award Dance Leaders Netball Volleyball Sport Education Aerobics Hockey Badminton Fitness Gymnastics Badminton Trampolining Games activities Fitness Suite Tennis Table Tennis Coaching Trampolining Softball Spinning Umpiring Gymnastics Rounders Fitness Indoor Athletics Fitness Vaulting Fitness c. By the end of Year 11, students will have completed a range of activities remaining in the same group for the whole year. d. During Year 10, students have the opportunity to follow the Junior Sports Leaders Award. This involves leading primary school students through different sporting activities. This course acts as another option block. 3. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Those who opt for the PE qualification will have homework and grades awarded will be based on the results of controlled assessments. 4. COURSE REQUIREMENTS a. To work hard to improve standards of performance in all activities. b. To promote and develop a healthy lifestyle. c. To develop positive attitudes towards good sporting behaviour. d. To develop knowledge and understanding of the activities chosen.

14 1. COURSE TITLE GCSE RELIGIOUS STUDIES Religious Studies is a core subject studied in one lesson per week. So that this time is used as productively as possible, all students are given the opportunity to gain an extra exam board qualification by following one of two courses at Key Stage 4. Option 1: Work towards a Full Course GCSE in Religious Studies. Option 2: Work towards a Short GCSE in Religious Studies. Towards the end of Year 9 your R.E. teacher will select which course is right for you. This decision will be based on a number of factors such as your attitude to learning and your level of achievement in Year COURSE CONTENT Whichever course you move onto, much of the work you have done in Year 9 will be of use to you. All students continue to study OCR Religious Studies Syllabus B Philosophy and Applied Ethics. 3. SKILLS INVOLVED Acquiring knowledge Developing understanding Evaluating different viewpoints Special skills developed by RS include the development of a person s sensitivity in trying to understand the views of other people. The ability to reflect upon and develop your own values, opinions and attitudes. RS deals with people and ideas and this helps very much with relationships at home, school and at work. 4. HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? Both Short and Long course GCSE Religious Studies are assessed through final exams at the end of Year 11. If you are selected for Long Course Religious Studies you will sit four, one hour exams at the end of Year 11. If you are selected for Short Course Religious Studies you will sit two, one hour exams at the end of Year 11. There is no controlled assessment or coursework to complete. You will be set regular homework to consolidate and extend your progress in class.

15 5. HOW CAN THE SUBJECT HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS RS has much to offer in terms of personal development. This is recognised by many employers and they often consider RS students to be honest, thoughtful, young people. RS is a valuable qualification for many careers, including: Nursing Medicine Teaching Travel Agent Social Work Here are some examples of organisations/employers who actively seek RS as a valid and useful qualification: Boots PLC; Marks and Spencer PLC; major banks; The Royal Mail; Gas and Electricity Companies; The Association of Certified Accountants; Police; The Civil Service; Balfour Beatty; The Armed Forces The information and skills acquired in this area will be of use to you no matter which career direction you take.

16 1. COURSE TITLE CORE SCIENCE In Year 10 and 11, students have 5 Science lessons per week, and will normally have two teachers. Students will follow the Edexcel Science course leading to two Science GCSE qualifications (unit 1 & 2) 2. COURSE CONTENT GCSE Biology Course Unit 1 Influences on life. Topic 1 Classification, variation and inheritance Topic 2 Responses to a changing environment Topic 3 Problems of, and solutions to, a changing environment Unit 2 The components of life Topic 1 The building blocks of cells Topic 2 Organisms and energy Topic 3 Common systems Unit BCA Biology Controlled Assessment GCSE Chemistry Course Unit 1 Chemistry in our world. Topic 1 The Earth s sea and atmosphere Topic 2 Materials from the Earth Topic 3 Acids Topic 4 Obtaining and using metals Topic 5 Fuels Unit 2 Discovering chemistry Topic 1 Atomic structure and the periodic table Topic 2 Ionic compounds and analysis Topic 3 Covalent compounds and separation techniques Topic 4 Groups in the periodic table Topic 5 Chemical reactions Topic 6 Quantitative chemistry Unit CCA Chemistry controlled assessment GCSE Physics course Unit 1 Universal physics Topic 1 Visible light and the solar system Topic 2 The electromagnetic spectrum

17 Topic 3 Waves and the Universe Topic 4 Waves and the Earth Topic 5 Generation and transmission of electricity Topic 6 Energy and the future Unit 2 Physics for your future Topic 1 Static and current electricity Topic 2 Controlling and using electric current Topic 3 Motion and forces Topic 4 Momentum, energy, work and power Topic 5 Nuclear fission and nuclear fusion Topic 6 Advantages and disadvantages of using radioactive materials Unit PCA Physics controlled assessment 3. HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? These are two year courses and will be examined through externally marked examinations and a piece of controlled assessment work which is externally moderate. Each subject will have three written examinations; Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 and a controlled assessment piece of work per year. Each section of the Assessment has equal weighting of 25% of the final marks. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Students will be set homework regularly, and will be a range of independent activities, looking at pupils research skills, learning and recall skills, literacy and numeracy. BTEC First Level 2 in Applied Science Some students who find the usual academic route of external examinations difficult may find that it is recommended that they follow the Edexcel BTEC route (which is equivalent to one or two GCSE qualifications). The course studies Biology, Chemistry and Physics, but has less emphasis on external examinations and relates the use of science to everyday scenarios. This route will only be recommended if a student is finding the GCSE route particularly difficult. The course is split into a number of units, mainly assessed by course work, with one external examination per year. Careers Using Science Medicine Veterinary Science Dentistry Nursing Midwifery Biomedical Science Engineering Pharmacist Astrophysics Paramedic Meteorologist Teacher Electrician Forensic Science Pilot Zoologist Physiotherapist

18 GUIDED CHOICE COURSES TAUGHT OUTSIDE SCHOOL See the Chesterfield and Bolsover Learning Community Course guide for more information about these courses which include: Animal Care and Horse Care Childcare Construction Engineering Hair and Beauty Health and Social Care Hospitality and Catering Motor Vehicles Music Technology Uniformed Public Services Retail Representatives of the Learning Community will be at the school Options Evening and will be able to give details on the level of study available in each of these areas. Level 1 courses are equivalent to a GCSE grade D to G. Level 2 are equivalent to a GCSE grade A* to C. These courses will take place for the whole of one day each week and students may have to make their own way to a different place of study and study with students from other Chesterfield schools as well as Tupton Hall students. If you choose one of these courses: You must be ready to be interviewed for it both at school and at the place where it will be taught. You must be prepared to travel to a college or another school the Learning Community does not provide transport for most courses. You may not get onto the course, because you might not get through the selection process.

19 GUIDED CHOICE COURSES TAUGHT IN SCHOOL Art Biology, Chemistry, Physics (Triple Science) Business Computer Science Dance Design & Technology Engineering (BTEC) Home Economics Food & Nutrition Design & Technology Product Design Design & Technology Resistant Materials Design & Technology Textiles Technology Drama Geography History Leisure and Tourism Modern Languages French/German/Spanish Music P.E. Sociology

20 1. COURSE TITLE ART AND DESIGN GCSE 2. COURSE CONTENT You will be assessed on a Coursework Portfolio and a Practical exam. Coursework is ongoing throughout the course and you will produce two units of coursework during the course. The first project at the start of Year 10 is a skills-based project. In this project you will improve and develop your technical art skills and have the opportunity to explore and experiment with a wide range of materials. You will also learn how to develop a unit of coursework. The second project will form your Coursework Portfolio. It forms 60% of the overall GCSE mark. You will choose your theme through discussion with your Art teacher for this assessed unit and you will be given some suggested activities or tasks. You will need to respond to your chosen theme, brief or starting point by producing a personal response. You will produce preparatory work and developmental studies showing your ideas and research. The preparation work you produce is very important. This includes all classwork and homework. It must be handed in with the final piece and is worth 75% of your coursework mark. Once you have done your preparation and development work you will make your final piece(s). You will have approximately 45 hours of supervised time to complete all of your work for this unit. Practical Exam You will be given an exam paper in January in Year 11 with a range of starting points. You are then given preparatory time (approximately 10 weeks) in which to research, plan and develop ideas on your chosen theme. This preparatory work is assessed with your final exam piece. You will then have ten hours supervised time to complete a final exam piece. 3. SKILLS INVOLVED Working from direct observation and experience Exploring the qualities of materials, processes and techniques Developing a theme in a personal and/or imaginative way Relating to the work of artists, designers or craftspeople The Art course enables students to work with a wide range of materials and media including: drawing and painting, printmaking, mixed media work, textiles, sculpture using a variety of materials, ceramics, 3D card construction, wire, plaster and papier mâché.

21 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Homework is set on a regular basis and is varied. We expect you to spend a minimum of 2 hours outside of lesson time each week on your artwork. It includes: research, sketchbook work, developing ideas and work on final pieces. Individual homework is often set for students depending on the nature and direction of their work. There are art classes available at lunchtime and after school where students can receive extra help with homework and coursework or gain access to art materials they may not have at home. The majority of your coursework must be produced in school under informal supervision from your teacher to conform to the examination board s guidelines. This is to ensure that the work you submit is your own unaided work. We therefore recommend that all students attend the available sessions held at lunchtime and afterschool within the Art Department to continue with their artwork. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED 60% Coursework portfolio 40% 10-hour practical exam and preparatory work The coursework portfolio and exam are assessed internally and then moderated by an external examiner. 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS Art and Design provides many varied and different career opportunities. Some of our students go on to take A-Level Art and then apply to do Art and Design Degrees at University. Possible careers include: Architecture Art Historian Ceramicist Graphic Designer Product Designer Gallery or Museum work Interior Designer Illustrator Photographer Teacher Costume Designer Fashion Designer Practising Artist Theatre Set Designer Web Design You will also learn lots of other skills, which can help you in all kinds of careers: Creative thinking Independence Flexibility Planning Organisation Team work

22 1. COURSE TITLE BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS (TRIPLE SCIENCE) 2. COURSE CONTENT In Year 10 and 11, students have 8 Science lessons per week, and will normally have three teachers. Students will follow the Edexcel Science course leading to three Separate Science GCSE qualifications in Core Science, Additional Science and Further Additional Science (Units 1,2 & 3) GCSE Biology Course Unit 1 Influences on life. Topic 1 Classification, variation and inheritance Topic 2 Responses to a changing environment Topic 3 Problems of, and solutions to a changing environment Unit 2 The components of life Topic 1 The building blocks of cells Topic 2 Organisms and energy Topic 3 Common systems Unit 3 Using Biology Topic 1 Control systems Topic 2 Behaviour Topic 3 Biotechnology Unit BCA Biology Controlled Assessment GCSE Chemistry Course Unit 1 Chemistry in our world. Topic 1 The Earth s sea and atmosphere Topic 2 Materials from the Earth Topic 3 Acids Topic 4 Obtaining and using metals Topic 5 Fuels

23 Unit 2 Discovering chemistry Topic 1 Atomic structure and the periodic table Topic 2 Ionic compounds and analysis Topic 3 Covalent compounds and separation techniques Topic 4 Groups in the periodic table Topic 5 Chemical reactions Topic 6 Quantitative chemistry Unit 3 Chemistry in action Topic 1 Qualitative analysis Topic 2 Quantitative analysis Topic 3 Electrolytic processes Topic 4 Gases, equalibria and ammonia TOPIC 5 Organic chemistry Unit CCA Chemistry controlled assessment GCSE Physics course Unit 1 Universal physics Topic 1 Visible light and the solar system Topic 2 The electromagnetic spectrum Topic 3 Waves and the Universe Topic 4 Waves and the Earth Topic 5 Generation and transmission of electricity Topic 6 Energy and the future Unit 2 Physics for your future Topic 1 Static and current electricity Topic 2 Controlling and using electric current Topic 3 Motion and forces Topic 4 Momentum, energy, work and power Topic 5 Nuclear fission and nuclear fusion Topic 6 Advantages and disadvantages of using radioactive materials Unit 3 Applications of physics

24 Topic 1 Radiation in the treatment of medicine Topic 2 X-ray and ECGs Topic 3 Production, uses and risks of ionising radiation from radioactive sources Topic 4 Motion of particles Topic 5 Kinetic theory and gases. Unit PCA Physics controlled assessment 1. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Students will be set homework regularly, and will be a range of independent activities, looking at pupils research skills, learning and recall skills, literacy and numeracy. 2. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED These are two year courses and will be examined through externally marked examinations and a piece of controlled assessment work which is externally moderate. Each subject will have three written examinations; Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 and a controlled assessment piece of work. Each section of the Assessment has equal weighting of 25% of the final marks. 3. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS Medicine Veterinary Science Dentistry Nursing Midwifery Biomedical Science Engineering Pharmacist Astrophysics Paramedic Meteorologist Teacher Electrician Forensic Science Pilot Zoologist Physiotherapist

25 1. COURSE TITLE EDEXCEL GCSE BUSINESS 2. COURSE CONTENT This course is made up of 3 units, 2 of which will be assessed through exams and the third through a controlled assessment, which is like coursework but it is all completed during lesson time over a 3 week period. You will investigate real businesses! The course covers all the key aspects of business including: Enterprise How to start a business effectively Marketing Finance 3. SKILLS INVOLVED The wider world affecting a business The economic aspect To be able to succeed on this course you will need to be committed and well motivated as well as be able to communicate your ideas, write reports, think creatively, work with numbers to solve problems and complete research effectively. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK You will receive homework on a regular basis which will build on your learning in lessons and help you to develop important skills and knowledge. A lot of it will be research. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Exam 1: 45 minutes (25% of your grade) Exam 2: 1h30 minutes (50% of your grade) Controlled Assessment: 2 weeks worth of work (25% of your grade) You will be awarded a grade ranging from A*- G according to the results of your assessments. 6. FURTHER STUDY OR POSSIBLE CAREERS You can study Business or Economics in the Sixth Form, at College and later at University. Alternatively, you may wish to pursue a career after your GCSE s. Whatever you choose to do it is certainly a subject that will help you achieve success as it will help you develop a range of personal skills such as organisation, communication, numeracy, literacy, teamwork, risk-taking and decision making. These skills, in addition to the knowledge and understanding of business you will have gained through your studies, make this an excellent choice whatever your future plans

26 1. COURSE TITLE OCR GCSE COMPUTING 2. COURSE CONTENT The course contains three units of study over two years. There is a mixture of controlled assessments and externally set exams. Topics covered are: 1. Unit A451: Computer systems and programming 2. Unit A452: Practical investigation 3. Unit A453: Programming Project This qualification will suit technical students who want to know HOW computer systems work, want to explore future trends in technology and apply creative and technical skills to program computers. 3. SKILLS INVOLVED You will explore: Computers systems and networks Data storage and representation Computer software and programming The Internet and communications 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK For this qualification homework will be set each week via: The completion of class based tasks Online tasks on SAM learning and other platforms Research and extension tasks. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Unit A451: Computer systems and programming 1 ½ hour written exam Unit A452: Practical investigation 20 hour controlled assessment Unit A453: Programming Project 20 hour controlled assessment This award will attract the full range of grades associated with a GCSE, including A*. 5. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS The world is becoming increasingly dominated by the use of computer systems, which influence every aspect of our everyday lives. Modern citizens need to be equipped with knowledge and skills to enable them to participate in a technical society. This qualification will be useful towards a career in Computing, Engineering, ICT and Business Support.

27 1. COURSE TITLE DANCE GCSE 2. COURSE CONTENT Performance - a set study (set by the exam board) and a selection from professional dance works Choreography - solo and group tasks based on different stimuli Appreciation - written exam based on the syllabus content and two different professional dance works. 3. SKILLS INVOLVED An interest in dance from KS3. Knowledge and appreciation of a variety of dance forms/styles. The ability to perform in front of an audience in a solo or a group. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK 1 hour per week - planning, rehearsal, research, background reading, video analysis, etc 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Unit 1: Critical appreciation of dance 20%. Unit 2: Set Dance 20%. Unit 3: Performance in a group piece which is related to a set professional work 20%. Unit 4: Choreography 40%. 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS Teaching and coaching in Dance Primary/Secondary Education Post 16 A Level PE/Sports Studies

28 1. COURSE TITLE Design and Technology: BTEC- ENGINEERING 2. COURSE CONTENT This course is linked to the other areas of Design and Technology but the materials you will be working in are of an Engineering bias such as Metals and Plastics. This course aims to promote the careful and thoughtful use of engineering techniques with steels, aluminium, perspex and pre-manufactured components to encourage the development of a wide range of practical skills and knowledge. The course can potentially provide students the opportunity to gain the equivalent of two GCSE grades. It involves studying 4 or 5 units over the two years. Each unit has a credit value; 15 credits = 1 GCSE 30 credits = 2 GCSE s Units Units from the following areas may be studied; Working Safely and Effectively in Engineering 5 credits Interpreting and Using Engineering Information 5 credits Selecting and Using Secondary Machining Techniques to Remove Materials - 10 credits Using Computer Aided Drawing Techniques in Engineering - 10 credits 3. SKILLS INVOLVED There are many styles that will be used during the two years to help you develop your skills as an independent learner such as: Individual and group research, focused practical tasks to develop your practical skills, developing communication and ICT skills. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Homework will consist of collecting information from outside, books, using the internet, planning and evaluating practical work, written tasks.

29 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Assessment of the units is gained from evidence, this could be practical project based, photographic, video, written or a mixture of all. Working Safely and Effectively in Engineering has to be completed by all and involves the basic ground rules for working in all Engineering areas i.e. personal protective equipment, correct use of tools and machinery, risk assessments. You would produce a portfolio of work over a given time scale. Interpreting and Using Engineering Information has to be completed by all if you want to gain the two GCSE equivalents. All work is based around assignments for the units. The depth and quality of these assignments are graded against a criteria set by the exam board at either pass, merit or distinction. There are no written exams. 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS This BTEC course forms a very good foundation for students wishing to continue with Further education in an Engineering subject. All Manufacturing industries Engineering; mechanical, electrical, civil etc Apprenticeships If you need more information please see: Mr Fullwood or Mr Gee.

30 1. COURSE TITLE GCSE Home Economics: FOOD AND NUTRITION 2. COURSE CONTENT This course aims to promote the careful and thoughtful use of ingredients and components to encourage the development of a wide range of skills and knowledge. All assessment tasks will use the information learnt in B003. Unit B001 Food and Nutrition short task Made up of three short assessment tasks which will show practical skills and research. Unit B002 Food Study task A single longer task where you will undertake research into a task. Unit B003 Principles of Food and Nutrition In this unit you will learn about: Food commodities Meal planning Food preparation and cooking Food safety and preservation Consumer education 3. SKILLS INVOLVED There are many styles that will be used during the two years to help you develop your skills as an independent learner such as: Individual and group research, focused practical tasks to develop your skills handling food, developing communication and ICT skills, using outside speakers and videos. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Homework will consist of collecting information from shops, books, using the internet, planning and evaluating practical work, written tasks. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Unit B001: Food and Nutrition Short Tasks You will submit three short tasks, two of the short tasks will assess the following skills: planning, practical work and evaluation. The third task will assess investigation skill. Together they are worth 30% of the total GCSE marks. This unit is internally assessed and externally moderated.

31 Unit B002: Food Study Task You will submit one food study task which will assess the following skills: research, selecting and justifying choices, planning, practical work and evaluation. It is worth 30% of the total GCSE marks. This unit is internally assessed and externally moderated. Unit B003: Principles of Food and Nutrition You are required to answer five compulsory questions, which include short answers and freeresponse formats. Questions will cover all aspects of the specification content and is worth 40% of the total GCSE marks This unit is externally assessed. 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS How can this qualification help with future careers? Food technician Advertising Marketing Environmental health Product development Education Catering/chef If you need more information please see Mrs Pratt or Miss Pearson.

32 1. COURSE TITLE GCSE Design and Technology: PRODUCT DESIGN 2. COURSE CONTENT Can you think of anything that has not been designed? The chairs we sit on, much of the food that we eat and the clothes we wear have all been carefully designed. A Product Designer wants to design things that people will want and enjoy, and most of all that will improve people s lives. We come into contact with thousands of designed products every day. Very often, we take design so much for granted that we don t even notice it! It is only when things don t work or are uncomfortable that that we begin to notice them! The door handle that is stiff, the shirt that itches, the chair that is uncomfortable all these make us question their design. In fact, things that don t work properly are often the start of good product design. Product Design is all about looking at the manufactured world around you and being able to understand how/why things have been designed. Tasks in Product Design might include looking at Products which already exist and producing a redesign of that product. You might also look at how products work by disassembling them and studying individual parts of a design to gain a better understanding of the designed world. Product Design is a very creative subject and as such many links will exist between Product Design and Art and Design. Students will study materials as part of Product Design including the creative use of Woods, Metals, Plastics and Smart Materials as this part of the course will be

33 materials based, students will also look at associated practical skills including the use of hand and machine tools where appropriate. 3. SKILLS INVOLVED There are many styles that will be used during the two years to help you develop your skills as an independent learner such as: Individual and group research, focused practical tasks to develop your drawing, communication and ICT skills along with practical work to develop your making skills. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Homework will consist of things like, collecting information from outside, books, using the internet, planning and evaluating practical work along with some written tasks. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Product Design is taught from the AQA Examination Board Specification and as with all GCSE Subjects in Design and Technology from AQA the assessment takes the form of two distinct parts: A Controlled Assessment Project which is worth 60% of the overall mark. A written examination which contains the remaining 40% of the overall mark. 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS This GCSE course forms a very good foundation for students wishing to continue with DT Product Design at A/S and A2 level. It also features in a range of career areas such as; Marketing Printing Product development Town Planning Education. Architecture Apprenticeships Engineering Design If you need more information please see: Mr Fullwood or Mr Trigg

34 1. COURSE TITLE GCSE Design and Technology: RESISTANT MATERIALS 2. COURSE CONTENT It is closely linked to the other areas of Design and Technology (as they all share the same assessment criteria) but the materials you will be working in are Timber, Metal, Plastics and Smart Materials. This course aims to promote the careful and thoughtful use of design and construction techniques with a range of solid materials and premanufactured components to encourage the development of a wide range of practical skills and knowledge. It involves studying 2 units over the two years. Unit 1 Written Paper 2 hours (40% of the GCSE) This unit focuses on the skills, knowledge and understanding of products using resistant materials. You would look at: The principles of Designing and Product Planning. A range of skills, tools and equipment used in practical work drawing techniques, scale drawing for plans, manufacturing processes, use of CAD / CAM packages and the making of one off quality products. Health and safety with basic risk assessment. Product analysis, evaluation of existing products, look at the life cycle analysis of a variety of products. This is assessed through an externally set and marked examination. Unit 2 Design and Making Practice (60% of the GCSE) This unit involves a design task along a chosen theme set by the examination board. You will research and design a product to show your skills in designing, making and evaluating. A chosen theme could be: My environment, Entertainment, Home garden or Family. This is a controlled assessment unit meaning you would produce a portfolio of work over a given time scale of around 45 hours of school time. 3. SKILLS INVOLVED There are many styles that will be used during the two years to help you develop your skills as an independent learner such as: Individual and group research, focused practical tasks to develop your practical skills, developing communication and ICT skills.

35 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Homework will consist of collecting information from outside, books, using the internet, planning and evaluating practical work, written tasks. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Unit 1 is an externally set examination worth 40% of the overall grade. Unit 2 is a portfolio task that is worth 60% of the overall grade. 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS This GCSE course forms a very good foundation for students wishing to continue with Design Technology Product Design at A/S and A2 level. Manufacturing industries DIY Apprentice Construction industries Pattern Making If you need more information please see: Mr Fullwood or Mr Trigg

36 1. COURSE TITLE GCSE Design and Technology: TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY 2. COURSE CONTENT It is closely linked to the other areas of Design and Technology but the material you will be working in is TEXTILES. This course aims to promote the careful and thoughtful use of fibres and fabrics, premanufactured items such as fastenings, threads, beads, etc It involves studying 4 units over the two years. Unit 1 Introduction to designing and making through textiles In this unit you will develop: Designing skills related to a chosen textiles theme such as recycling, surface design or eco wear. Practical skills through working with textiles and new equipment Demonstrate critical evaluation skills. This is a controlled assessment unit meaning you would produce a portfolio of work over a given time scale. Unit 2 Sustainable design through textiles In this unit you will develop: An understanding of the 6R recycle, reuse, reduce, refuse, rethink and repair. Through product analysis and design of products look at the moral, social, and cultural environmental and design issues that affect our choice of materials, their life cycle and eventual disposal of products e.g. organic, Fairtrade. This is assessed through an externally set and marked exam. Unit 3 Making quality products through textiles This unit involves a design task along a chosen theme. You will research and design a textile product to show your skills in designing, making and evaluating. A chosen theme could be: a blast from the past, textile and fibre artists or traditional techniques. This is a controlled assessment unit meaning you would produce a portfolio of work over a given time scale. Unit 4 Technical aspects of designing and making This unit focuses on the skills, knowledge and understanding of products using textiles. You would learn about: Planning production to manufacture a product, characteristics of materials including smart materials, tools and equipment, processes and techniques, the impact of textiles technology on the environment, health and safety issues.

37 3. SKILLS INVOLVED There are many styles that will be used during the two years to help you develop your skills as an independent learner such as: Individual and group research, focused practical tasks to develop your skills handling fabrics and equipment, developing communication and ICT skills, using outside speakers, visits and videos. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Homework will consist of collecting information from shops, books, using the internet, planning and evaluating practical work, written tasks. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Units 2 and 4 are externally set exams and are worth 40% of the overall grade. Units 1 and 3 are through portfolio tasks that are worth 60% of the overall grade. 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS Creative textiles Fashion designer Fashion buying Textiles design Fashion stylist Illustrator Manufacture Retail If you need more information please see Mrs Pratt, Mrs Huckle or Mrs Slater

38 1. COURSE TITLE DRAMA 2. SKILLS Performing Boosting confidence and speaking and listening skills. Communication Teamwork is essential in any career. In Drama you will develop your communication skills in a variety of ways. Analysis Learning how to empathise and developing evaluation and analysis skills Improvisation Role-play, exploration and development of characters and situation, acting and use of explorative strategies. Design Skills If you are not the world s best actor, there is a chance to do design skills, set, lighting, props, costume and make-up. Interpersonal and Group Working skills Essential in the modern workplace. Creative Skills It has been proved that if students have the opportunity to be creative, their achievement is improved across the curriculum. Text Practical exploration of play-scripts including Blood Brothers and other stimulus material. 3. COURSE CONTENT You will explore a variety of genres issues and practitioners such as Frantic Assembly. Units 1 and 2 (see over) require students to complete 2 pieces of written coursework, based on practical sessions they have taken part in. Each of these units is worth 30%

39 of the final GCSE. Essentially Drama is a practical subject but homework will need to be completed regularly. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Homework will consist of written evaluations, lesson diaries, research and line learning. In Year 11 practical group rehearsals are also required at lunch or after school this forms part of your revision for Year 11 as there is no written exam. For the written coursework see course content. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Units 1 and 2 60% of final mark Unit 1: Drama Exploration 30% - Practical exploration of ideas, themes and issues in response to a range of stimulus material. Exploration of explorative strategies, Drama medium and elements of Drama. Unit 2: 30% - Exploration of a complete play. Through both units, candidates are assessed on their ability to respond to ideas and issues and develop these through appropriate dramatic forms the students will also have to respond to a piece of theatre. Unit 3: Final Group Performance 40% of final mark. Performing a devised or scripted play to an audience, including a visiting examiner. 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS Acting Stage Management Journalism Broadcasting and Television Stage Design, Costume Design, Set Construction and Design Directing Choreography Teaching Management Personnel Therapist A Level Theatre Studies Degree in Dramatic Arts

40 1. COURSE TITLE GEOGRAPHY 2. COURSE CONTENT There are four key themes covered in this specification. Theme 1: Rivers and Coasts (fieldtrip to Burbage Brook to study the course of a river) Theme 2: Population and Settlement (studying how population has changed and how settlements can be made sustainable) Theme 3: Natural Hazards (optional fieldtrip to Iceland to study the impacts of tectonic hazards) Theme 4: Economic Development (studying TNCs like Nike, and the rise of NICs like China) 3. SKILLS INVOLVED Map reading Drawing maps, sketches, graphs Field work - collecting information Extended writing ICT and Communication skills 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Once every three weeks Controlled assessment An exercise following on from a lesson Research of a case study Collecting news articles Exam questions 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED 25% Controlled assessment which is completed in Year 10 25% Sustainable Decision Making Exercise which is completed in Year 11 50% Terminal (final) Exam which is completed at the end of Year 11 This involves carrying out a number of fieldwork techniques in the local area of Chesterfield then completing a piece of written work about your findings. Students are provided with a resource booklet about a given issue. They are then given a range of options and must make a decision about how to manage environments sustainably in the future. Students complete an exam which assesses their knowledge and understanding of the main four themes.

41 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS GCSE Geography is a gateway to being a Surveyor, Planning Officer, Architect, Teacher, Civil Servant, Volcanologist Where can geography take you? Geography is described as a facilitating subject. This means that it is one of a number of subjects most commonly required for entry to degree courses at leading universities. Geography makes you think globally, but act locally

42 1. COURSE TITLE: GCSE HISTORY: SCHOOLS HISTORY PROJECT SYLLABUS A Some people make headlines while others make history Philip Elmer-DeWitt 2. COURSE CONTENT a) Study in Depth: Students will study one of the following topics in Year 11: The American West Germany This unit will appear on the Paper 1 exam only. b) Study in Development: Medicine through Time This is a study of why, when and how health and medicine has developed from the Prehistoric period to the present day. It is studied by all students in Year 10 We will discover: Why Prehistoric people drilled holes in each other s heads. Why Egyptian people mummified bodies and how this helped surgery develop. Why Medieval people thought that potions made of sweet smelling herbs and even human excrement could cure or prevent people catching the Black Death. How an accident with some chloroform at a party led to open heart surgery. The impact of war, chance communication, government, religions and science and technology on the development of medicine and surgery. This unit will appear on Paper 1 and Paper 2 exams. c) Controlled Assessment Coursework 1 assignment is set on the problems in Northern Ireland. This will take place during the final 6 weeks of Year 10 and until mid-december of Year SKILLS INVOLVED The course gives students the ability to: Investigate historical events, changes, people and issues. Understand how the past has been represented and interpreted. Use historical sources critically. Draw conclusions and reassess other historical conclusions. Analyse interpretation of people and events. Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it George Santayana

43 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Students will be set a number of past exam questions over the 2 years of the course to ensure they are fully prepared for the terminal exams. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Two written exam papers testing the study in depth and study in development 75%. One piece of coursework based on the historical background to the current situation in Northern Ireland. 25% 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS A qualification in History shows an employer that a student has developed certain skills which can be used in a variety of jobs and tasks. These skills include the ability to: Observe - Pick out the important elements of information from a variety of formats. Describe - Communicate observations both orally and in writing. Question - Clarify and provide more detailed observations. Analyse - Carefully consider observations. Evaluate - Make a judgement based on investigations. Many careers demand these skills. A very small selection is: accountancy, administration, armed forces, business management, journalism, law, local government, the media, police, tourism, teaching and many others. History A Level is also one of the facilitating subjects for the esteemed Russell Group of universities.

44 1. COURSE TITLE GCSE LEISURE AND TOURISM GCSE Leisure and Tourism gives you the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and understanding of the ways in which the Leisure and Tourism industries work to meet the ever increasing demand of people using their leisure time. Leisure and Tourism is one of the fastest growing industries in the world and provider of a wealth of career opportunities. Students will gain an insight into related sectors such as business, retail and distribution and hospitality and catering. They will be prepared to make informed decisions about further learning opportunity and career choices. 2. COURSE CONTENT The course is split into 2 units which give a broad insight into both the Leisure and Tourism industries:- THE NATURE OF THE LEISURE AND TOURISM INDUSTRY Different types of Leisure and Tourism organisations The reason why people use Leisure and Tourism facilities Where people go in their leisure time and why they select their chosen destination How people travel and why they select their chosen method of transport The impact of tourism on communities and environments, including eco-tourism Visitor attractions and activities, both in the UK and internationally The use of up-to-date business systems, using I.T. Employment opportunities in the Leisure and Tourism industry SALES, PROMOTION AND BUSINESS OPERATIONS IN LESIURE AND TOURISM Sales and selling situations in leisure and tourism contexts Promotional techniques and materials in leisure and tourism contexts Designing your own promotional material for a leisure and tourism organisation The impact of new technology and business systems on the operations of leisure and tourism organisations Students will plan and carry out tasks in which they: Analyse issues and problems Identify, gather and record relevant information and evidence Analyse and evaluate evidence Make reasoned judgements and present conclusions Investigations may include: Visiting industry and talking to people who work there Research using the internet and printed material Conducting surveys Gathering information and studying company brochures, leaflets and published reports

45 3. SKILLS INVOLVED During your course you will also develop the skills you need in order to apply your knowledge and understanding in a work environment. These are called key skills. They will enable you to: Use information technology Communicate effectively Work with others Solve problems Improve your own learning and performance. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Homework will usually include: Collecting data, researching topics and writing up investigations Exam practise questions How much homework is completed and how long it takes will depend on you. The more you put into it, the more you will get out of it and the more successful you will be. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED A range of methods is used to add variety to your work and assess your potential. Assessment includes: Exam 40% Controlled Assignment (60%) 6. WHO IS IT FOR? Students who have enjoyed studying Tourism in Geography at Y9 Students who have a particular career interest in Leisure and Tourism or in related industries. Students who prefer coursework to final exams Students who enjoy carrying out research. Students who want to progress to higher level qualifications such as A Levels. 7. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS This GCSE can be the basis for further education, including A-levels, or for entering a job in the field of leisure and tourism or related industries. These may include a variety of jobs from the following components: Sports centres, health and fitness complexes e.g. Fitness First Holiday centres e.g. Centre Parcs Travel Agencies e.g. Co-op Travel Tour Operators e.g. Thomas Cook Transport providers e.g. airlines, rail, coach, ferry and cruise companies Accommodation and catering e.g. hotels, restaurants Visitor Attractions, Historical properties, Museums and Galleries e.g. Alton Towers, Chatsworth House Government run agencies and departments e.g. National Parks, Tourist Information Centres, Local Government Leisure, Recreation and Tourism department

46 1. COURSE TITLE Modern Languages AQA GCSE FRENCH/ GERMAN / SPANISH 2. COURSE CONTENT There are 4 topic areas: Work and Education School / College and future plans Current and future jobs Leisure Free time and the media Holidays Home and Environment Home and Local area Environment Lifestyle Health Relationships and choices 3. SKILLS INVOLVED The course gives students the chance to develop the following skills: Listening Reading Speaking in small groups, with a partner and with the French Assistant. Writing guided and independent. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Students will be set a learning or writing homework every week. Much of the homework will focus on preparation for the Controlled Assessment. The more time a student spends on homework, the better prepared they will be.

47 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED Controlled Assessments (60%) over a two year period Two Speaking assessments (30%) Two Writing assessments (30%) Exams June of Year 11 Reading exam (20%) Listening exam (20%) 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS A GCSE in a language shows an employer that a student has developed certain transferrable skills that would be useful in a variety of jobs. These skills enable students to: Communicate effectively and with greater confidence Express and justify opinions Listen for gist and detail Develop a greater understanding of grammar and how a language works Structure their written work logically, using a wide range of vocabulary and expressions. Careers with Languages The Tourism Industry Teaching Journalism Civil Service Armed Forces Engineering Law Sciences An independent study has shown that British firms lose an average of 20% of their profits due to a lack of language skills - studying a language at GCSE and A level increases your job prospects considerably!

48 1. COURSE TITLE OCR GCSE MUSIC 2. COURSE CONTENT AND ASSESSMENT Performing, Composing and Evaluation Coursework (60%) Students will play or sing two pieces during the course - one must be a solo, the other must be part of an ensemble. Students can perform on an instrument, voice, or create a performance using a computer. Students will compose and perform 2 pieces in a style related to their performance, evaluating and explaining their work. Creative Task (20%) Students will have 40 minutes in which to compose a short piece based on a given musical idea, or set of words. Listening Test (20%) Students will sit a 1½ hour exam, listening to extracts of music and answering questions about them. The 4 Areas of Study will include music from the Renaissance to Classical periods, from Pop music to world music. The focus will be upon; Salsa, Tango, Bhangra, 70 s and 80 s Disco, the Romantic Waltz and club dance music, as well descriptive music including film scores. 3. SKILLS INVOLVED Demonstrate the skills required for performance. Develop a basic understanding of music theory, including reading musical notation. Develop ideas musically to produce composition work. Recognise and describe accurately different elements and details heard in extracts of music, and use key words appropriately

49 Develop key skills in Communication, IT and working with others. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK This will be set on a regular basis and will be centred around composition assignments but may involve research or theory work, or a combination of composition or performance tasks. 5. HOW MUSIC CAN HELP WITH CAREERS GCSE music is a good preparation for further musical study, whether A/S or A level Music or Music Technology or a BTEC National Diploma in Music or the Performing Arts. It can help lead to a career in: - Music Industry - publishing, recording. - Entertainment Industry - Teaching - in school, as a peripatetic or privately - Arts Administration in orchestral, operatic or ballet companies - Sales in music shop or company - Journalism reviewing concerts CDs etc - Music therapy - Developing music websites

50 1. COURSE TITLE GCSE PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2. COURSE CONTENT Theoretical aspects of PE: Healthy and Active Lifestyles Anatomy and physiology Fitness Training Practical Assessment: Through assessment as a Performer / Leader / Official Examples of Activity Areas: Outwitting opponents i.e. football/netball Accurate replication of movement, i.e. gymnastics/swimming Exploring and communicating ideas i.e. dance 3. SKILLS INVOLVED Select 4 activities from 2 areas of study, e.g. football, netball, badminton, fitness. Develop detailed knowledge of one sport e.g. coaching points, analysis of skills, rules, officiating. Plan and undertake a personal exercise programme. 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK 1 hour per week - short answer questions, background reading and research. 1. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED 60% Coursework which is made up of: - 4 practical activities externally moderated (48%) A personal exercise programme. Detailed analysis of one chosen activity (12%) 40% Theoretical Work - 1hr 30mins examination 2. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS An exciting and enjoyable course for the sports orientated student. Ideal starter course for: coaching, teaching, leisure, tourism, etc. Post 16 - A Level Sport and PE.

51 1. COURSE TITLE GCSE SOCIOLOGY - The study of human society. 2. COURSE CONTENT Year 10 Studying Society understand the ways in which sociology differs from psychology, biology and journalism and learn about the different methods sociologists use to study society e.g. questionnaires, observations and interviews. Education investigate the role of education in society and explore how factors such as class, gender and ethnicity influence educational achievements. Families challenge the definition of family, describe patterns related to divorce, marriage and the nature of the family, and explore how gender roles have changed. Year 11 Crime and Deviance be able to provide different explanations for why some groups commit more crimes than others and investigate the ways in which crimes are measured and recorded. Mass Media look at the increasing importance of different types of media in everyday life, investigate the ways in which the media portrays stereotypes of different groups and discover the influence it has on the way people live their lives. Social Inequality be able to describe different explanations of poverty and which groups in society are more likely to be poor. Look at the ways in which a person s employment can influence their entire existence.

52 3. SKILLS INVOLVED Strong communication skills (verbal and written) Collection of information for different purposes Interpreting and analysing data Applying knowledge to society Evaluating research. (In order to study Sociology you should ensure that you have good written skills as your assessments will require you to write some long mini essay style answers. It would also be useful if you are someone who is able to express an opinion about the world we live in). 4. NATURE OF HOMEWORK Homework is set, usually once a week and may include written tasks, reading or doing research. 5. HOW THE COURSE IS ASSESSED The course is assessed via two separate exam papers, which are examined at the end of year 11. Both papers are 1 hour 30 mins in length and are worth 50% each. 6. HOW THE SUBJECT CAN HELP WITH POSSIBLE CAREERS Sociology is useful for any career or further studies involving people and how society works. The subject gives you a general appreciation of the society we live in so is beneficial to a whole range of future options. Sociology is available to study at A Level in our Sixth Form.

53 Year 10 Options - September 2014 Core Block 1 3 periods Block 2 3 periods Block 3 3 periods English (4) Mathematics (3) Science (5) ICT (1) Core PE (2) RE (1) Learning 4 Life Art Biology, Chemistry, Physics Business Computer Science Drama DT: Resistant Materials HE: Food and Nutrition French Geography German History PE Spanish Art Dance DT: BTEC Engineering DT: Product Design DT: Resistant Materials DT: Textiles German History Leisure and Tourism Literacy (by arrangement) Music PE ASDAN (by arrangement) Business Computer Science Drama HE: Food and Nutrition French Geography History PE Sociology Spanish Chesterfield and Bolsover Learning Community Courses One full day ( 5 periods)