Course Directory Final Version Website Document No 2

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WELCOME This directory will to give you a brief overview of each of the subjects we are currently looking too er at Christ's. Each subject description outlines what you will study, how you will be assessedand how this quali cation could be of bene t to you in further education and employment.

Our sixth form curriculum will be broad, balanced and comprehensive. It o ers traditional subjectsalongside new subjects which can be combined in a number of ways to suit your interests andfuture career path.

Please use this directory to get more information on any subject that interests you and use ouropen evenings to discuss the course in more depth. You can speak to the careers adviser and wealso recommend researching exam board websites and looking at university websites forrequirements if you have a particular degree course in mind.

You should also look at the entry requirements on page 4 for Christs School and in particular whatyou need for individual subjects. Essential information on applications, enrolment and induction ison page 5.

It should be noted that courses may not run if there are too few students for a viable group.

If you have any further questions regarding the sixth form or this course directory please do nothesitate to contact the school at [email protected]


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CONTENTS (Subjects described are A levels unless

otherwise speci ed)

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Entry Requirements 5 Further Mathematics 18

Enrolment and Applications 6 Music 19

Art and Design 7 Music Technology 20

Biology 8 Physical Education 21

Chemistry 9 Physics 22

Drama 10 Psychology 23

Economics 11 Philosophy of Religion and Religious Ethics 24

English Literature 12 Sociology 25

French 13 Spanish 26

Geography 14 BTEC Level 3 Art and Design 27

Government and Politics 15 BTEC Level 3 Creative and Digital Media 28

History 16 BTEC Level 3 Sport 29 Mathematics 17 Key Dates 30

The new sixth form at Christs will o er fantastic new facilities for completing what is often viewed asthe most di cult stage in a students career, in a friendly, nurturing environment.

Christ's School Current Student


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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Entry Requirements for Christ's Sixth Form

In order to be admi ed to Christs Sixth Form, students must meet the entry requirements for their cho-

sen course. Please see details below. In January 2014, students will be sent an o er le er which willdepend on the results of their GCSEs.

Entry requirements for Advanced level study (AS and A2 courses equivalent tolevel 3)

Students are required to have at least ve A* -C passes at GCSE; students must also have a ained agrade B at GCSE in the subjects they wish to study. Where students have not taken a GCSE in the subject they wish to study at A level, for example psychology, sociology or philosophy, they should referto the speci c entry requirements for that subject which are given in the subject description.

Entry requirements for BTEC level 3

Students are required to have ve A* -C passes at GCSE for studying subjects at BTEC level 3.

Additional information on entry requirements for further maths and for music

If you wish to study Further Maths A level in addition to Maths A level you will need to have achievedan A* at GCSE (students who achieve an A grade and want to do Further Maths will be interviewed).

If you would like to study Music A level you will need to have studied an instrument to grade 5 andachieved a grade 5 theory.

Richmond Sixth Form Partnerships

In order to o er a wider choice of subjects at A level, Christs School will be working in partnershipwith Grey Court and Richmond Park Academy, on a supplementary o er which will involve studentstravelling to another site for one subject only. These subjects will be taught in a morning and afternoonsession to allow travel time. The subjects on o er will be open to review by the schools in the partner-ship. Decisions on this process will be made in November after the application process closes.

Outstanding teaching, enthusiastic students and a desire to be the best sixth form in the borough andbeyond, Christs sixth form will be the place to be.

Christ's School Sta Member


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Enrolment

Enrolment for Christs Sixth Form will take place in August 2014 after the publication ofGCSE results. More details about this process will follow.

Induction days In July 2014, a two day induction will be open for all students who have applied for our sixthform. The days will involve a number of activities focusing on team building and independ-ent thinking. A formal induction day will take place in September 2014.

Applications

The application process for Christ's Sixth Form is now open and will be open until 22nd No-vember 2013. You can apply online through the Richmond Borough website, there is also adirect link on our school website under sixth form/admissions or at

www.richmond.gov.uk/post16partnership

I am delighted that my son will continue into sixth form education at Christ's and believe he will bewell prepared for university as a result.

Christ's School Parent
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ART AND DESIGN

Exam board: OCR

This will suit students who are enthusiastic, organised and passionate about all aspects of art anddesign. You should be willing to build on your GCSE experiences.

You should be able to communicate your ideas in a variety of media, enjoy creative independenceand relish the freedom to explore your ideas. You will be encouraged to interpret set projects in apersonal way and use visual language sensitively and thoughtfully to support your work.

What will Istudy?

Through independent research you will explore traditional and contemporaryart.

Your choice of media will be discussed in consultation with your teacher andwill allow you to investigate, explore and experiment.

The course has a wide variety of specialisms including ne art, textiles, graphics,photography, 3D design and theatre design. The course is wide but detailed toallow you to experience the full breadth of the art and design suite.

How will I beassessed?

Work will continually be assessed using OCR assessment objectives. Examina-tions will take place at the end of both year 12 (AS level) and Year 13 (A level).

You will also be required to produce a personal investigation and courseworkportfolio.

Opportunities

beyond theclassroom

Regular visits to local and London galleries/places of interest, workshops led by

practising artists, discussion and community art projects.

What couldthis courselead to?

This quali cation will allow you to apply for art foundation courses and art anddesign degree courses.

A wide variety of linked courses such as architecture and computer game de-sign require an Art and Design A level. The portfolio you will produce couldalso give you opportunities in advertising, television and web design.
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BIOLOGY

Exam board: AQA

What is a sh without a river? What is a bird without a tree to nest in? What is an Endangered Species Actwithout any enforcement mechanism to ensure their habitat is protected? It is nothing.

Jay Inslee, USA Congressional Record

Biology is a challenging and fascinating subject that is relevant in our daily lives.

What will I

study?

During the AS course you will study cellular processes and structures, important

molecules in living cells, enzyme function, transport systems in plants and animals,gaseous exchange, lifestyle and disease, classi cation and diversity of organism.

At A2, these units are further developed to include many physiological processesincluding respiration, photosynthesis, homeostasis and responses in plants, and thestructure and function of the nervous system. Additionally, work is done on pro-tein synthesis, biotechnology, genetic engineering, ecosystems and animal behav-iour.


AS: two wri en examinations plus coursework (research report) A2: two wri en examinations plus practical based coursework

Opportunitiesbeyond theclassroom

Both courses have practical components that are assessed in years 12 and 13. Thisincludes eld work and the study of organisms in their natural environment.

What couldthis course leadto?

The possibilities range from medicine to agriculture, forensics to zoology. Almostany degree will accept A level Biology.
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CHEMISTRY

Exam board: OCR

I enjoy talking to my football men and my chemistry classes and I feel sure that they are quite interested in what I have to say. Knute Rockne

To retain my fascination with chemistry, I have had to change my research elds about every 10 years.Donald Cram

What will Istudy?

Chemistry is about everything. It is the central science that explains how the worldaround us works. It enables us to see pa erns in the myriads of chemical reactionsthat occur in nature. In this course you will see how the laws of chemistry and theskills of todays chemists have been used to achieve our present high standards of liv-ing. AS Chemistry is an exciting course that places emphasis on the application ofknowledge and the usefulness of laboratory research.

You will study the basic laws and principles of chemistry and learn how to predict theproperties and the atomic structure of elements from their positions in the periodictable. Topics will also include organic chemistry, carbon compounds including fossilfuels, plastics and recycling. You will learn how to control chemical reactions and theimportance of chemistry in manufacturing processes. You will be introduced to mod-ern analytical techniques such as mass spectroscopy and nuclear magnetic resonance.


AS: two wri en examinations plus one practical examination

A2: two wri en examinations plus practical based coursework


Your practical skills will be developed and you will solve real problems in chemistry.


A level Chemistry is essential for medicine, dentistry, chemical engineering and awhole host of health and environmental courses. Chemistry degrees can lead to em-ployment in a variety of manufacturing industries, pharmaceuticals, food processing,

cosmetics and metal works.
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DRAMA AND THEATRESTUDIES

Exam board: Edexcel

If you have an interest in all aspects of drama and the theatre then this is the course for you. Dramaand Theatre Studies combine exploring and performing plays, creating theatre, analysis of theatre andcritical evaluation of all of these elements.

What will Istudy?

You will develop an interest in and enjoyment of drama and theatre both as partici-pants and as informed members of an audience, fostering an enthusiasm for andcritical appreciation of the subject.

You will need an understanding and appreciation of the signi cance of social, cul-tural and historical in uences on the development of drama/theatre. You will experience a range of opportunities to develop a variety of dramatic andtheatrical skills, enabling you to grow creatively and imaginatively in both devisedand scripted work.

You will integrate theory and practice through your understanding of critical con-cepts and the discriminating use of specialist terminology.

How will I be

assessed?

Over two years:

Unit 1: Exploration of Drama and Theatre

Unit 2: Theatre Text in Performance

Unit 3: Exploration of Dramatic Performance

Unit 4: Theatre Text in Context

All Units are a mixture of either internally or externally based assessments

Opportunities

beyond theclassroom

Students will have opportunities to view a wide range of performances and work

with drama professionals through workshops. Links with local theatres will enablestudents to participate in workshops as well as taking part in Q&A sessions after liveperformances.


This quali cation will enable students to go onto higher education to study a varietyof aspects of the theatre.

This quali cation will be bene cial to the following careers: acting, costume design,directing, playwriting and all jobs that are involved with the theatre and other per-formance media.


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ECONOMICS

Exam board: Edexcel

Economics is the study of local, national and international markets. Studying economics will help youto develop a range of skills, including analytical and problem solving skills, numerical and computingskills, communication skills, political awareness and team working skills.

Entry Requirements: Grade B or above in Mathematics and English

What will Istudy?

Unit 1: Competitive Markets: how they work and why they fail

The nature of demand, supply, price elasticity, the labour market, economic e cien-

cy, market failure, indirect taxes, subsidies and government failure.

Unit 2: The National Economy

Economic growth and welfare, employment and unemployment, in ation, invest-ment, aggregate demand and supply, scal and monetary policy. Unit 3: Business Economics and Economic E ciency.

Costs, revenues, pro t, market structure, monopoly, monopsony, oligopoly, welfareeconomics, public versus private sector provision. Unit 4: The Global Economy

Macroeconomics and government policy, spending, monetary policy, globalisation,world trade, monetary union, balance of payments, third world trade, population,migration and the environment.


2 units in year 12 and 13 Examination Unit 1: Competitive Markets June 25% of A level course

Unit 2: The National Economy June 25% of A level course Unit 3: Business economics and economic e ciency June 20% of A level course

Unit 4: The Global economy June 30% of A level course


Access to newspapers, media reports, and economic websites will be of immense val-ue to deepen understanding and sharpen awareness of the current national & globaleconomic environment, and the measures various governments employ to addresseconomic needs.


Preparation for a degree and/or career speci cally in economics.

Highly bene cial for any related eld of work in nance, business, politics and gov-ernment.
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ENGLISH LITERATURE

Exam board: AQA

If you are an avid reader and enjoy talking about and analysing texts, then A level English Literature isfor you. You will need to be prepared to read independently and to discuss during lessons your respons-es to what you have read.

You will explore reading processes and examine the ways in which texts relate to the cultures in whichthey were wri en as well as considering the ways in which literary critics have approached the study ofliterature.

What will Istudy?

You will study a variety of literary texts over the two years. These will include: A novel wri en post 1990 A range of classic and contemporary novels A range of poetry Gothic literature Dramatic tragedies Critical anthologies

You will also have the opportunity to complete a piece of re -creative writing.


You will complete two coursework portfolios, one at AS and the other at A2. Each ofthese is worth 20% of the total A level. The remaining 60% is assessed by means of twoexaminations, one open book, the other closed book.


Students will have opportunities to work alongside A level students in other sixthforms in the boroughs of Richmond and Kingston. We will a end theatre performancesand take part in literary workshops.


A level English Literature is a key facilitating subject for Russell Group universities. Itis an excellent quali cation to support degrees in history, languages, social science ormathematics. Careers such as law, journalism, public relations, marketing, teaching, media and manyothers seek students with the combination of analytical and creative skills that are de-veloped on an A level English Literature course.
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FRENCH

Exam board: Edexcel

If you have enjoyed the GCSE French course and are interested in the way of life of French speakers, ifyou enjoy speaking French and want to be able to express yourself in sophisticated, accurate French,then more advanced language study is for you.

Through listening, reading, speaking and writing the language, you will gain awareness and under-standing of the cultural and social background of the countries where French is spoken.

In lessons you will use French to understand and to communicate your reactions and views. You willlearn about people and society in French speaking countries from a variety of French language sources,fact and ction, using print, audio and video media.

What will Istudy?

You will study the French language and culture including the following topics:

Youth culture and concerns

Lifestyle: health and tness The world around us: travel, tourism, environmental issues and the French -speaking world

Education and employment

Customs, traditions, beliefs and religions National and international events: past, present and future Literature and the arts


At AS, an oral examination (that involves a discussion based on a stimulus card anda further broad discussion); and a listening, reading and writing paper. At A2, anoral examination (in which you defend a point of view based on a stimulus card anda central discussion about two topics); and a listening, reading and writing examina-

tion.


You will have the opportunity to do a work experience placement in France. Therewill be opportunities to enjoy French lms, theatre visits and other cultural events.

What couldthis course

lead to?

With an extra language, you will have greatly enhanced employment possibilitiesthroughout the increasingly global economy.

There will be a range of study and career opportunities in elds such as travel andtourism, education, politics, law, journalism, retail, marketing and publishing.
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GEOGRAPHY

Exam board: OCR

If you have an interest in the world around you and understanding how the physical world in u-ences human geography, then geography is the choice for you. If you have an inquisitive mindabout global issues and the way the world is changing you should study A level Geography.

What will Istudy?

Managing Physical Environments

River environments, coastal environments, cold environments.

Managing Change in Human Environments

Managing urban change, managing rural change, the energy issue, the growth of tourism.

Global Issues

Environmental issues: a choice of earth hazards; ecosystems and environmentsunder threat and climatic hazards; economic issues: a choice of population andresources; globalisation and development and inequalities.

Geographical Skills

Identifying a suitable geographical question or hypothesis for investigation.

Developing a plan and strategy for conducting the investigation. Collecting, recording, presenting and analysing appropriate data.


All units will be assessed with exam papers. In year 12, units 1 and 2 are worth50% each. At AS you will have a 2 hour examination and an additional 1 hourpaper testing you on geographical skills. At A2, you study units 3 and 4. there isa 2.5 hour examination, involving short and long answers and also an essayquestion.


Students will have opportunities for local eldwork throughout the course aswell as a residential trip.


This quali cation could prepare you for higher education to study a wide rangeof courses including geography, geology, world development, town planning,urban planning and environmental science. A degree in geography will help develop a whole range of employability skillsincluding numeracy, teamwork through regular eld trips, analytical skills and acertain technical know -how using various specialist computing applications.
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GOVERNMENT ANDPOLITICS

Exam board: Edexcel

This course is particularly suitable if you enjoy citizenship, history, human geography, and have aninterest in political events in the UK and USA and current a airs in the UK and abroad.

Entry requirements: Students need a B grade or above in a humanities subjects + English.

What will Istudy?

The Edexcel A level course provides you with an understanding of UK politics inthe rst year and global politics in the second.

During the AS year, you are introduced to the political system in Britain. This in-cludes theories of democracy, types of political participation and understandingof elections and di erent voting systems.

The course includes evaluation of the working of political institutions such as par-liament, the Prime Minister, the cabinet and the judiciary and analyses the state ofhuman rights and civil liberties in the UK.

In the A2 year, you will be introduced to theories of international relations/globalpolitics and explore themes such as globalisation, poverty, human rights, the envi-ronment, con icts, war, nuclear arms and terrorism. The roles and importance of

international organisations such as the UN, the EU, G-8/20, NATO, the IMF,World Bank and the WTO will be critically analysed.


Assessment is through examination only over 4 units, ( 2 units in Year 12 and 2units in year 13). There is one 80 -90 minute exam per unit and students will be ex-pected to answer short answer, stimulus, structured, and essay based questions.

Opportunities

beyond theclassroom

Guest speakers, meeting with your MP, trips to Parliament and (depending on

units selected) Brussels.


This is a good facilitating course that would suit students considering higher edu-cation courses in a wide range of humanities and social sciences, including:

Government and Politics Politics/Political Science or American Politics International Relations History

Economics

Geography


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HISTORY

Exam board: AQA

Choose A level History if you have a passion for history and want to study British and world histo-ry in much more depth than GCSE.

The course builds on, but does not depend on, the knowledge, understanding and skills speci edfor GCSE History.

What will Istudy?

First Year:

You will study 2 units:

Unit 1: Totalitarian Ideology in practice, 1848 -1941 Unit 2: Maos China / Sixties Social Revolution (one of these)

Second Year:

Unit 3: The Making of Modern Britain

Unit 4: Historical Enquiry


AS Units 1 and 2 are worth 50%. Each is assessed in an examination at the end of the

course. A2

Units 1 and 2 equal 50% Unit 3 is worth 30%. This is assessed in an examination at the end of the secondyear.

Unit 4 is worth 20%. This is coursework.

Opportunitiesbeyond the

classroom

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What could thiscourse lead to?

This quali cation will prepare you for higher education. It will enable you tostudy a wide range of courses including history, sociology, politics and law.

As a result of the academic rigour needed to be successful in A level History, thesubject is highly regarded by all universities. This quali cation will be bene cialto many careers including; politics, law, journalism, education, publishing, ar-chive conservation and curating.
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MATHEMATICS

Exam board: Edexcel

Mathematics is a very popular subject wherein highly respected and widely used skills are learnt. Ifyou enjoy maths, problem solving, logic and analysing situations, this A level will suit you. On com-pletion, this course provides very good career prospect.

What will Istudy?

AS Level Core Maths /Mechanics , A2 Course Mechanics or Statistics

The course covers the manipulation of algebra and the solving of harder equations.Students will begin to use di erentiation for rates of changes and integration for are-as under curves. They will be extending their knowledge of trigonometry and series. In the second year students will extend all their previous skills and be introduced tovectors and proof.

Mechanics is the study of motion and equilibrium of bodies, including forces andmotion.

Statistics is the study of analysing and presenting data and probability.


Examination/Assessment: Year 12 AS Level

Core 1 & 2 Mathematics with either M1 Mechanics or S1 Statistics Year 13 A level Core 3 & 4 Mathematics with either M2 Mechanics or S2 Statistics


The UKMT senior maths challenge, the IFS student investment competition, univer-sity maths taster sessions and master classes, leadership opportunities for KS3/4,school based maths clubs, project based learning.


The skills taught in A level Mathematics are essential for further study in areas suchas engineering, economics, business, electronics, computing and design.

Please be aware that some degree course such as mathematics or medicine may alsorequire further mathematics at A level. Please discuss this with sta or the careersadviser. In addition, we recommend looking at university web sites to check require-ments.
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FURTHERMATHEMATICS

Exam board: Edexcel

Further Mathematics requires the study of a further 6 units of work beyond the standard A Level. It isparticularly appropriate if you wish to study a mathematics related course at university; in many cas-es it may even be a pre -requisite.

Entry Requirements: GCSE Mathematics Grade A*

Or either of GCSE Mathematics Grade A with a grade D or above in the OCR Additional Mathematics course, orsimilar

Or GCSE Mathematics Grade A along with reference/interview to assure aptitude and suitability forthe course.

What will Istudy?

As for A level Mathematics the course covers topics from core maths, mechanics,and statistics. The course covers the manipulation of algebra and the solving ofharder equations. Students will begin to use di erentiation for rates of changes andintegration for areas under curves. They will be extending their knowledge of trigo-nometry and series. In the second year students will extend all their previous skillsand be introduced to vectors and proof.

Mechanics is the study of motion and equilibrium of bodies, including forces andmotion. Statistics is the study of analysing and presenting data and probability.

Additionally, you will be introduced to new elds of study involving topics such ascomplex numbers, matrices and the polar co -ordinate system.


Examination /Assessment Core and Optional units


The UKMT senior maths challenge, the IFS student investment competition, univer-sity maths taster sessions and master classes, leadership opportunities for KS3/4,school based maths clubs, project based learning.

What could thiscourse lead to ?

A level Further Mathematics is particularly appropriate if you wish to study a math-ematics related course at university; in many cases it may even be a pre -requisite. Degree courses that frequently require further mathematics include: engineering,economics, business, electronics, computing and design, mathematics and medicine.
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MUSIC

Exam board: Edexcel

This subject would suit students who have a passion for performing, writing and listening to music.Students will need to have a theoretical knowledge of music, and be able to read music, to the equiva-lent of Grade 5 Theory/Practical Musicianship. Students should be playing their main instrument (orsinging) to about Grade 5/6 standard by the start of the course. The ability to read music uently isnecessary for AS and A level music.

What will Istudy?

You will develop performance skills (solo and/or ensemble) throughout the course.You will compose your own music and learn about harmony (the basics at AS andstylistic studies at A2).

You will build up your aural and analytical skills by studying selections from theNew Anthology of Music (edited by J. Winterson, Peters, 2000) and have a pro-gramme of wider listening in a range of styles. Unit 1: Performing Music

Unit 2: Composing

Unit 3: Developing Musical Understanding Unit 4: Extended Performance

Unit 5: Composition and Technical Study

Unit 6: Further Musical Understanding


Performance - based work as solo and ensemble, producing a balanced programme ofmusic; students own compositions and compositional tasks, such as writing in aspeci c style; listening tests showing knowledge of the stylistic features of a widevariety of music; the testing of aural ability.


School and community performances and support at local events. Trips, visits andopportunities to learn from or work with guest musicians.


A level Music is useful for those planning to continue in higher education with anacademic or practical music course. The academic rigour of A level Music ensures itis highly respected and thus it can also form a useful part of an A level package lead-ing to a degree with an arts or mathematical component.

A level Music is also a suitable course for a wide variety of career outcomes beyondthe world of music, for example: journalism, broadcasting, education, publishing.
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MUSIC TECHNOLOGY

Exam board: Edexcel

This new Music Technology speci cation involves much practical work and encourages the culti-

vation of a wide range of skills. Students will have opportunities to: sequence MIDI, sequence au-dio, record live instruments, produce CDs and compose using music technology. Students willtypically be able to play an instrument and have done the equivalent of GCSE music before takingon this course.

What will Istudy?

Unit 1 Music Technology Portfolio (AS)

Students will produce a sequenced performance based on a commercially availa- ble piece of music. Students must produce an accurate musical realisation of thetrack through sequencing of the prescribed piece, shaping, editing and mixing

MIDI and audio data accordingly, with the help of appropriate software. Unit 2 Listening and Analysing (AS)

Students will undertake a listening and analysis examination which

consists of a series of musical extracts provided on an audio CD. Unit 3 Music Technology Portfolio (A2)

Students must complete three tasks which together make the Music Technology Portfolio: Sequenced Integrated Performance; Multi -track Recording;Composing using Music Technology. Unit 4 Analysing and Producing (A2)

Students will be expected to demonstrate their knowledge of music and the

principles of music technology through a series of wri en commentaries, manipulations and production tasks.


Through the presentation of music technology portfolios, and through listeningassignments.


Visits to professional studios and assignments to record concerts outside theschool environment.


There are many opportunities in higher education, and a variety of career possibilities for those pro cient in handling music technology. A level Music Technol-ogy is widely accepted by higher education providers and this course o ers val-uable experience and preparation for further study. Music technology careerscould include work as a sound engineer, record producer or teacher.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Exam board: OCR

This course will suit you if you have an interest in understanding how the body works before, duringand after physical activity and if you are interested in analysing the e ect of sport in society and itsdevelopment throughout the modern world. Students thinking of taking A level Physical Educationshould also be regularly participating in physical activity and be interested in analysing, evaluatingand optimizing their own and others performances.

What will Istudy?

You will study a variety of modules over the two years which include:

Healthy and active lifestyles

Fitness and training

Body systems and the e ects of exercise

Opportunities and pathways within the sports industry

Sports provision within the local and international arena

Preparation required to achieve elite performance

Personal development


For both As and A2, the course is 70% theory content and 30% practical perfor-mance which involves analysis and critical evaluation of physical activity. Studentswill be assessed in two practical activities as part of their practical assessment.


Students will have the opportunity to link with various local universities to accesscurrent research projects and use speci c performance based laboratories.

Students will be visiting professional sports clubs and have presentations Q&Awith sports professionals.


This quali cation could prepare you for a wide range of courses including sportsscience, sports physiology, sports biomechanics and sports management at highereducation

This quali cation will be bene cial to the following careers: sport and leisure ser-

vices, sports management, the education sector, physiotherapy, sports psychology,sports journalism and sports medicine.
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PHYSICS

Exam board: OCR

I like physics. I think it is the best science out of all three of them, because generally it's more useful. You learnabout speed and velocity and time, and that's all clever stu .

Tom Felton

What will Istudy?

Physics is about how things work, from the nano -scale to the cosmic - super massive black holes and galaxies within the universe. You will learn about forces in mechan-ics, waves, electrons and protons, gravitational, electrical and magnetic elds. Youwill investigate nuclear energy and apply the fundamental principles you have learntto solve real problems. Practical investigations will be conducted in the physics laboratory in addition to learning theoretical physics.

You will be expected to bring together the principles and concepts from di erent ar-eas of physics and apply them in a particular context which may be unfamiliar toyou. High standards of work are essential and expressing your ideas clearly and logi-cally using specialist vocabulary.


AS: two wri en examinations plus one practical examination A2: two wri en examinations plus practical based coursework


This course may provide opportunities for day trips and visit from externalproviders.


Physics is essential for any engineering course or degree and is highly sought afterfor other scienti c or technical careers. Physics is an advantageous subject for coursesranging from medicine to careers involving business and nance.
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PSYCHOLOGY

Exam board: OCR

This course will suit individuals who question why humans behave in the way that they do and enjoyresearch and investigation. A psychology student will always be focused on the why question andwill be intrigued by the mind, emotions and the ego. Entry requirements: Students need a B grade in a humanities subject + B grade in English.

What will Istudy?

Studying psychology will give you a unique academic experience. You will initiallycover modules which focus on practical elements such as experiments, observations

and identifying correlations. You will move on to learning about a selection ofground breaking studies over the last century. The topics of these studies include:

Memory Autism Aggression

Obedience

Eyewitness testimony Multiple personality disorder Dreaming

You will also consider the wider perspective of debates related to psychology such

as nature verses nurture. You will look into health and clinic psychology, includingtopics on stress, phobias and forensic psychology. You will also gain an insight intosocial, moral and spiritual issues associated with psychology.


You will sit two examinations for each year of the course. You memory will be testedas well as your ability to construct critical evaluations.


You will get the opportunity to design and carry out experiments outside of theclassroom.


Completing an A level in psychology is a potential stepping stone to gaining a medi-cal quali cation. If you choose to study psychology at university you could pursue acareer in the following:

Clinical psychology Counselling psychology Educational psychology

Forensic psychology Health psychology Occupational psychology
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PHILOSOPHY OFRELIGION AND

RELIGIOUS ETHICS

Exam board: OCR

If you are interested in philosophy and ethics and you can adopt an enquiring critical and re ectiveapproach to the study of religion, then you should consider this A level. Questions you might discussinclude:

Can we know that God exists?

Can we explain the presence of evil and su ering in the world?

How do we make ethical decisions?

Does life have intrinsic value and do we have the right to end it?

Entry requirements: Students need a B grade in a humanities subject + B grade in English.

What will Istudy?

The study of the subject is divided between philosophy of religion and ethics. In thephilosophy of religion course, you will study Ancient Greek and Judaeo -Christianmetaphysical views, and become acquainted with works of Plato and Aristotle, aswell as key biblical passages.

You will study the philosophical arguments for the existence of God devised by the-ologians throughout history, and also look at challenges to religious belief, such asthe so -called 'problem of evil'.

The study of ethics equips you with knowledge and understanding of various formsof ethical theories. The main focus will be on natural moral law and other forms ofChristian ethics, Kantian ethics and Utilitarianism. You will also practise applyingthese theories to topical issues such as abortion, fertility treatment, genetic engineer-ing, euthanasia and war.


Two examination papers on philosophy and religion, ethics and religion. Two unitswill be studied at AS and a further 2 at A2.


Guest speakers, trips and visits to conferences and debating groups.


This A level is compatible with any subject within the humanities and sciences can-on and, as well as being viewed with favour by university admission tutors, is goodpreparation for studying at degree level subjects such as philosophy, law or medi-cine.With this A level, students acquire a great range of skills required in a range of HEcourses and/or employment such as analysis, interpretation, critical thinking andthe ability to produce evaluative extended pieces of writing.
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SOCIOLOGY

Exam board: AQA

Sociology is the study of the individual and society. We study the way people are a ected by society,and how society is a ected by people. A -level Sociology aims to provide you with evaluative andanalytical skills, as well as encouraging you to tackle some of the challenging questions you mightface from early development through to adulthood.

Entry requirements: Students need a B grade in a humanities subject + B grade in English.

What will Istudy? On this course you will learn about our social structure and how it operates. You

will start with a focus on family and cultural identity, and then study issues suchas wealth, poverty and welfare. You will also investigate the health and educationneeds of society, as well as belief systems, crime and the media.

There will be an opportunity to study global development and politics and youwill develop your analytical skills to assess the impact these factors have on socialstructure and change.

AS: Unit 1 Culture, Identity and Socialisation

Unit 2 The Family

A2: Unit 3 Crime and Deviance

Unit 4 Inequality and Di erence

How will I be

assessed?

There is one exam for each unit and each exam is a mixture of short answers and

essays.


An opportunity to join the debating society, meet guest speakers and trips to rele-vant conferences such as the London Criminology Conference.

What could

this courselead to?

Sociology is an academic subject which also equips students with a range of skills

useful in higher education such as: critical thinking, ability to question, solve prob-lems and structure essays.Further study in sociology can lead to work in the media, law and other institu-tions of criminal justice, public relations, market research, social work, foreign aidand development and education.
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SPANISH

Exam board: Edexcel

If you have enjoyed the GCSE Spanish course and are interested in the way of life of Spanish speak-ers, if you enjoy speaking Spanish and want to be able to express yourself in sophisticated, accurateSpanish, then more advanced language study is for you.

Through listening, reading, speaking and writing the language ,you will gain awareness and under-standing of the cultural and social background of the countries where Spanish is spoken. In lessonsyou will use Spanish to explain and to communicate your reactions and views.

You will learn about people and society in Spanish speaking countries from a variety of Spanish lan-guage sources, fact and ction, using print, audio and video media.

What will Istudy?

You will study the Spanish language and culture including the following topics

Youth culture and concerns

Lifestyle: health and tness The world around us: travel, tourism, environmental issues and the Spanish -speaking world

Education and employment Customs, traditions, beliefs and religions National and international events: past, present and future Literature and the arts


At AS, an oral examination (that involves a discussion based on a stimulus cardand a further broad discussion); and a listening, reading and writing paper. At A2,an oral examination (in which you defend a point of view based on a stimulus cardand a central discussion about two topics); and a listening, reading and writing

examination.


You will have the opportunity to do a work experience placement in Spain. Therewill be opportunities to enjoy Spanish lms, theatre visits and other culturalevents.

What couldthis course

lead to?

With an extra language, you will have greatly enhanced employment possibilitiesthroughout the increasingly global economy.

There will be a range of study and career opportunities in elds such as travel andtourism, education, politics, law, journalism, retail, marketing and publishing.
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BTEC LEVEL 3

ART AND DESIGN

Exam board: Edexcel

This is a 2 year art and design course that will allow you to experience a whole range of di erent artand design skills and techniques.

You should already be a keen artist or designer and be interested in learning new skills and tryingdi erent ideas and ways of doing things.

There will be an interview for this course and we will ask to see your art and design work to makesure this course is suitable for you.

What will Istudy?

You will study a whole range of art and design techniques. Some you will have ex-perienced; others will be new to you.

The aim of this course is to give you a wide overall art and design experience fromwhich you can chose a specialism in which to complete your final project.

How will I be

assessed?

The extended diploma cab be the equivalent to 3 AS/A2 levels.

This means you will have to work hard not only with your art and design skills butassessing and evaluating your work and that of other artists and designers.

The work is all project based and will be continually assessed and you will get fre-quent feed back from your tutors.

Opportunitiesbeyond the

classroom

Because this course is full time you will be expected to spend some time away fromthe department at art galleries and exhibitions.

We would hope to have a major trip to a European city such as Paris or Amster-dam.


The aim of this course is to provide you with a portfolio of work to apply for an artand design course at a major art school or university.

You will of course also be able to use the portfolio for job and apprenticeship inter-views.
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BTEC LEVEL 3

SPORT

Exam board: Edexcel

This is ideal for those who want to go on to higher education and/or a career in sport science, coachingor professional sports.

This two -year course is equivalent of up to 3 A levels and will enable you to enter a degree programmeat university or employment in the sports and leisure industry. It covers training and tness, sportscoaching and sports development, tness testing, practical team sports, individual exercise and out-door activities.

What will Istudy?

The course combines practical and academic study. You will complete up to 18sports related vocational units depending type of course you choose. Over the twoyears units will include:

Training and tness in sport

Sports coaching Sports development Sport as a business

Fitness testing for sport and exercise

Practical team sports/individual exercise

Outdoor activities. Students can opt to follow a subsidiary diploma (6 units), a diploma (12 units) or ex-tended diploma (18 units) over the two years. The diploma is equivalent to 2 A levelsand the extended diploma to 3 A levels.


All units are assessed via assignments. An overall grade for the quali cation isawarded which has UCAS equivalency and is recognised by universities in the UKwhen establishing their entry requirements for higher education.


There will be visits to sporting venues and centres of sporting excellence. Guest speakers and presentations by professional athletes.


A degree programme at university in a sports -related subject or employment in thesports and leisure industry.

This quali cation will be bene cial to the following careers: sport and leisure ser-vices, sports management, the education sector, physiotherapy, sports psychology,sports journalism and sports medicine.
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Search: Christs Sixth Form @Christs_Sixth

For all info on Christs Sixth Form , photos and important dates, follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

SIXTH FORM KEY DATES

2013

June 27th Applications open through Richmond Borough website

July 8-19th Year 10 work experience

October 8th -

November Interview with Head of Sixth Form and careers advisor for Christsstudents and external candidates to confirm subject choices

October 8th Full A level taster day

Open Evening on Sixth Form life and enrichment opportunities.

November 22nd Borough applications close

2014

January 10th Offer letters sent out to all students

March (dateTBA)

Year 11 Sixth Form information evening (open to Year 10 parents/students)

May (date TBA) Year 10 Sixth Form information evening

June 19 th Year 10 A level taster day

July 7 th-9th Sixth Form induction days for all students

August 21st GCSE results day and enrolment interviews at Christs Sixth Form

August 22nd Enrolment interviews at Christs Sixth Form

September 3rd Opening of Christs Sixth Form.

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Documents

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