LYNG HALL Sixth Form Prospectus 2015 2016 Supporting you to achieve your dreams
Lyng Hall Sixth Form The decision to join Lyng Hall Sixth Form means an opportunity to be part of a fast growing and rapidly improving centre with an increasing number of opportunities for its students. These opportunities taken to the full will give our students a firm academic foundation along with the satisfaction of personal progress and achievements. We offer our students an extensive range of choices in the sixth form and pride ourselves on our flexibility and our commitment to ensuring all students receive a personal education plan. We not only offer a large range of subjects and qualifications, but are also able to offer these at different levels for those students who may require longer to complete them. In addition to this, our federating partnership with other schools in the city means that if we are not able to offer you a subject at Lyng Hall we can arrange for you to study this at another school. Lyng Hall Sixth Form also offers an extensive range of enrichment opportunities such as Duke of Edinburgh, Student College and Careers Academy. We also have strong links with both Coventry and Warwick Universities; both of these institutions have provided extra support to students and offer schemes to encourage local students to go to university. In addition to this we provide a comprehensive package to support students when they leave the sixth form, offering advice & guidance regarding employment, further education and apprenticeships. We hope to give you the best possible experience of sixth form and hope that you will find it an enjoyable and stimulating experience. We expect you to make a commitment to the courses that you have chosen to study and in return we will guarantee you the support you require to achieve your full potential. Miss S Faulconbridge Head of Sixth Form
@lynghall6thform 024 7672 4960 ext 161 sixthform@lynghallschool.co.uk Large and fully equipped sixth form study area including new computer equipment and a suite of i- Pads; Fully equipped theatre, excellent ICT provision, science laboratories, art/photography studios; Outstanding teaching with excellent outcomes for students; Strong links with Warwick and Coventry Universities; Personalised intervention programmes for students to enable them to achieve excellent grades; Facilities to support students with additional learning needs; Personalised careers advice; Member of School Federation providing a wide range of subjects; Continually improving results at AS & A2; Enrichment prospects and wonderful opportunities.
Biology Course Structure Exam Board: AQA Units: 1. Biological Molecules 2. Cells 3. Organisms Exchange Substances with Their Environment 4. Genetic Information, Variation & Relationships Between Organisms 5. Energy Transfers In and Between Organisms 6. Organisms Respond to Changes in Their Internal & External Environments 7. Genetics, Populations, Evolution & Ecosystems 8. The Control of Gene Expression Why study Biology? Biology A Level provides a solid foundation for all those who intend to continue to University to study Biology or a related subject. Where could Biology take me? Biology gives students a strong foundation if you wish to study subjects such as midwifery, dentistry, medicine or veterinary science. 3 exams at A Level: Exam 1 35% Exam 2 35% Exam 3 30% What are the entry requirements? Grade A/B at GCSE Science. Additional and Core. Miss C Hyde, Lead Biology Teacher chyde@lynghallschool.co.uk
Business A Level Course Structure Exam Board: Edexcel AS Units: Marketing and People Managing Business Activities A2 Units: Business Decisions and Strategy Global Business 3 written exams (100%) What are the entry requirements? 5 GCSE s A*-C including a C in English. Why study Business A Level? A level Business Studies focuses on enterprise, entrepreneurial skills and global perspectives. It promotes a holistic understanding of business, encouraging analytical skills, critical approaches and introduces students to international business, Where could Business A Level take me? The skills gained equips student either to work in or to manage a business in an international context. Miss R Himatlal, Lead Business A Level Teacher rhimatlal@lynghallschool.co.uk
Biology is one of the most challenging subjects at A Level. I chose the subject because I want to further my knowledge from GCSE and I am glad I did because it is enjoyable, whilst difficult at times. It will help me to achieve my goal of studying Biomedical Sciences at University. Asha Farah
Chemistry Course Structure Exam Board: AQA AS Units: Inorganic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry Organic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry A2 Units: Physical Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry 2 written exams and 6 practical's required each year. What are the entry requirements? Grade B in Double Science 5 GCSE s A* C. Why study Chemistry Students will develop leadership and team participation whilst taking responsibility for individual work. Where could Chemistry take me? Universities offer over 200 courses in Chemistry, with over 500 additional courses which contain elements of chemistry. With many courses asking for this, chemistry is a desirable subject. Mrs A Ruddell, Lead Chemistry Teacher aruddell@lynghallschool.co.uk
Chemistry is the foundation for life. Chemistry is like Lego, it s the building blocks that the universe is made from. Physics is what happens when the Lego bricks fall over and Biology is what you make from those Lego bricks Rachel Gascoigne Chemistry is exciting, interesting and very hands on. You get to use new, high-tech equipment. You learn how, why and when things happen. There are even trips to Warwick University. But most of all, Chemistry is fun! Stacey Kelly
Computer Science Course Structure Exam Board: OCR AS Units: Unit 1 Computer Systems (40%) Unit 2 Algorithms and Programming (40%) Unit 3 Programming Project (20%) Why study Computer Science? This course will give students the opportunity to delve into computers and how they work. Students will create programs to solve complex problems, look at the hardware and how it communicates. Issues such as networking and protocols used will also be explored. Where could Computer Science take me? Computer Science can lead students to a wide range of opportunities in degrees such as: Computer Science Games Design Ethical Hacking Engineering Plus a wide range of work opportunities straight from school. Units 1 and 2 will be assessed through an external examination, each 2 hours and 30 minutes. Unit 3 is assessed through creating software to solve a programming issue. What are the entry requirements? Entry requirements for this course will be: GCSE Maths B or above GCSE English C or above GCSE Comp Science C or above Mr J Insley, Lead ICT teacher jinsley@lynghallschool.co.uk
English Language and Literature Course Structure Exam Board: AQA AS Units: ELLB1: Exam - Introduction to Language and Literature ELLB2: Coursework - Catcher in the Rye and Huckleberry Finn A2 Units: ELLB3: Exam - The Crucible ELLB4: Coursework - Text Transformations Why study English? The course is designed to encourage students to develop enjoyment and appreciation of fiction and non-fiction texts. It will appeal to students who enjoy reading, discussing ideas and leaning about the structure of the English Language. Each year, there is one piece of coursework and one exam. What are the entry requirements? A strong C or above at GCSE You must be an enthusiastic reader and be able to express your ideas clearly and fluently. Miss L Hagan, Lead English Teacher lhagan@lynghallschool.co.uk
ICT Course Structure Exam Board: Edexcel AS Units: Unit 1 Problem Solving in the Digital World Unit 2 Living in the Digital World A2 Units: Unit 3 Use of ICT in the Digital World Unit 4 Practical Issues of ICT Why study Applied ICT? ICT will give students the opportunity to use ICT practical and functional skills used in the real work of ICT. Where could Applied ICT take me? ICT had unlimited potential but specifically would aim toward computing or information systems. However ICT is used across all careers. Both AS units are assessed through an examination of 1 hour 30 minutes each. Unit 3 is assessed through an external examination of 2 hours and Unit 4 is assessed through coursework. What are the entry requirements? 5 A* - C at GCSE. Knowledge in ICT at GCSE is an advantage but is not essential. Mr J Insley, Lead ICT Teacher jinsley@lynghallschool.co.uk
Maths Course Structure Exam Board: Edexcel AS Units: Core 1 Core 2 Statistics 1 A2 Units: Core 3 Core 4 Decision Making 1 Why study Maths? This is a challenging, rigorous course which develops analytical and problem solving skills through learning and applying mathematical techniques. Where could Maths take me? Many A Level students progress to Maths degrees & Maths related degrees. However, this is a very good foundation for many other subjects. The course is taught with 3 equally weighted units per year. All examination based. What are the entry requirements? 5A* - C at GCSE with a B in GCSE Maths. Mrs J Clarke, Lead Maths Teacher jclarke@lynghallschool.co.uk
Maths is a challenging subject that you can really get stuck into. It is difficult and it does challenge me, but you get a lot of support and it is taught in such a way that you always know what is going on. Maths is the back bone of every career, it will give me such a boost. I adore sums and challenging myself, so if you do too then this is the subject for you. Zahrah Khan
Photography Course Structure Exam Board: OCR AS Units: Coursework portfolio - Students will produce a portfolio of work from starting points Controlled Assignment Students select a starting point from a pre-release and produce a response in 5 hours A2 Units: Personal investigation of their own choice, with personal significance Why study Photography? By studying Photography, students will be able to develop skills with operating a camera, improving observation skills, composition and contextual thinking, creating visual responses to pieces. Where could Photography take me? Photography students could progress to a photography, graphic communications degree. All coursework is internally assessed at the end of the course, and externally moderated. What are the entry requirements? There are no formal entry requirements, however, students who have studied GCSE Art/ Design will be more familiar with the assessment style. Mr N James, Lead Photography Teacher njames@lynghallschool.co.uk
I chose to study Psychology because I love learning about people and how the human mind works. Psychology has proved to be my favourite A level. It is incredibly interesting and enjoyable and I feel like it is the area I can be most successful in. I often use Psychology in everyday life. Bradley Cockrell
Psychology Examination only What are the entry requirements? B Grade at GCSE English C Grade at GCSE Maths Why study Psychology? Studying Psychology is appealing to students who are keen to develop an understanding of human behaviour through research and theory. Where could Psychology take me? Psychology is considered a scientific A Level due to the high level of scientific content. Therefore it can also be used for a career in science. Additionally there are many specialisms in Psychology from forensic to health, clinical to educational. Miss S Faulconbridge, Lead Psychology Teacher sfaulconbridge@lynghallschool.co.uk
I chose Sociology as it complimented my other subjects. Equally, it was a subject I had never studied before and it seemed intriguing. My time in sociology so far has indicated how applicable the subject itself is to real life. Sociology is one subject I look forward to and time in sociology flies by so fast you don t realise when the lesson is over. If you love learning about the world around you then this is the subject for you. Jaspreet Samra
Sociology Why study Sociology? Sociology is the study of human behaviour in society and focuses on the prominent issues which affect its members. Where could Sociology take me? Sociology can be studied at degree level and is often combined with Psychology and Criminology. Sociologists often collect research on behalf of the government. Examination What are the entry requirements? B Grade at GCSE English C Grade at GCSE Maths Miss S Faulconbridge, Lead Sociology Teacher sfaulconbridge@lynghallschool.co.uk
Health and Social Care BTEC Course Structure Exam Board: Edexcel Year 1: Developing Effective Communication Health, Safety and Security Caring for Children and Young People There are 3 units per year with all being internally moderated. Year 2: Equality, Diversity and Rights Development through the Life Stages Nutrition for Health and Social Care What are the entry requirements? 5 A* - C at GCSE, including English. Prior study at GCSE is desirable. Why study Health and Social Care BTEC? Health and Social Care accesses aspects of Biology, Nutrition Social Policy, Psychology and Sociology. Where could Health and Social Care BTEC take me? After successful completion of Health and Social Care, students can progress to a course of study like nursing or counselling. Ms J Burton, Lead Health and Social Care Teacher jburton@lynghallschool.co.uk
Business BTEC Course Structure Exam Board: Edexcel Year 1: The Business Environment Business Resources Introduction to Marketing Year 2: Business Communication Business Accounting Developing teams in Business All 6 units are coursework based and internally moderated. What are the entry requirements? 5 A* - C at GCSE including English at C Why study Business BTEC? BTEC Business provides a general education in all aspects of business. Students will develop problem solving and analytical skills and will improve their communication with people. Where could Business BTEC take me? There are many topic specific university courses related to Business with good employment aspects. Mr R Hill, Lead Business Teacher rhill@lynghallschool.co.uk
Media BTEC Course Structure Exam Board: Edexcel Year 1: Understanding Multi Camera Techniques Communication Skills Production Skills Film Studies Year 2: Research Techniques Social Action Community Media Music Video Production Why study Media BTEC? Media at Lyng Hall is not just an education it is an experience. This course allows you to interact with the latest technology, become a pro at presenting your work to others and working as part of a team to produce music videos, TV programmes and documentaries. These skills could help you in future occupations and courses! The course is broken down into: 60% practical assessment 40% coursework. What are the entry requirements? 5 A* - C at GCSE including C s in English and ICT. Miss L Adamson, Lead Media Teacher ladamson@lynghallschool.co.uk
I like singing, dancing and acting so it was a natural choice for me to do performing arts. It gives you the chance to be more creative without having to do too much paperwork. It is really hands on and Mr Harrison is really good at letting us express ourselves. There are also a lot of extra curricular opportunities to get involved with like shows and performances which always look good on your CV Katy Williams
Doing Sport combines written and practical aspects. You can play the sport and learn everything behind it like what it s doing to your body, it is really interesting. Lyng Hall is a sports college, so the equipment and members of staff are brilliant! Coral Sidwell
Sport BTEC Course Structure Exam Board: Edexcel Year 1: Year 2: Principles of Anatomy and Physiology in Sport The Physiology of Sport Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise Assessing risk in sport Rules, Regulations and officiating in sport Sports development Sports injuries Practical team sports Exercise, health and lifestyle Sports nutrition Practical individual sports Fitness training and programming Sports Coaching Why study Sport BTEC? It provides an exciting engaging programme of study and gives students the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills, techniques, personal traits and attitudes that are attractive to employers in all areas. BTEC students have the experience of real-life practical tasks and work placements. This will set you aside from students studying A-levels. The course is generally assessed by students completing assignments (coursework). This course is also available at Subsidiary Diploma level. What are the entry requirements? Students will need to have 5 A-C GCSE s and at least a C grade in BTEC Sport Level 2. Mrs E McMahon, Lead Sports Teacher emcmahon@lynghallschool.co.uk
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