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St Colman’s College
GCSE Subject Options
Booklet 2017
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Table of Contents
English Literature....................................................................................................................... 5
English Language....................................................................................................................... 6
Mathematics ............................................................................................................................... 7
Further Mathematics .................................................................................................................. 8
History........................................................................................................................................ 9
French ...................................................................................................................................... 10
Art & Design ............................................................................................................................ 11
Religious Studies ..................................................................................................................... 12
Business Studies....................................................................................................................... 13
MV&RUS ................................................................................................................................ 14
Spanish ..................................................................................................................................... 15
Biology ..................................................................................................................................... 16
Chemistry ................................................................................................................................. 17
Double Award Science ............................................................................................................ 18
Irish .......................................................................................................................................... 19
Physics ..................................................................................................................................... 20
Design and Technology ........................................................................................................... 21
Geography ................................................................................................................................ 22
Home Economics – Food & Nutrition ..................................................................................... 23
Digital Technology (CCEA) formerly ICT.............................................................................. 25
Physical Education ................................................................................................................... 26
Music........................................................................................................................................ 27
Drama and Theatre Studies ...................................................................................................... 28
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St Colman’s College – GCSE SUBJECT CHOICES 2017 This booklet is designed to help you choose your GCSE subjects. It contains information
about each subject and what is expected of you.
You may find the following "Questions and Answers" useful.
Question: What subjects are available?
Answer: Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Art & Design, Biology, Double Award
Science, Business Studies, Chemistry, English Language and Literature, French, Geography,
History, Home Economics, Irish, Music, PE, Physics, Religious Studies, Spanish,
Technology & Design, ICT, MV&RUS, Drama & Theatre Studies, Digital Technology and
Computer Science.
Question: Am I obliged to study particular subjects?
Answer: Yes. Religious Studies and English
You must also study Mathematics or Additional Mathematics.
You are required to study some form of Science and at least one language for GCSE.
Question: How do I decide on my subjects?
Answer: Apart from your compulsory subjects consider:-
(a) Which are my best subjects?
(b) What is involved in each subject?
- is it time consuming and am I prepared to put in the extra time?
(c) What subjects am I proposing to study at A Level?
(d) Do I need a subject for a particular career?
Question: Where can I get advice?
Answer: You should discuss your options with your careers teacher (review the work
you covered in your careers class). Your subject teacher will give you an assessment of your
suitability for the subject.
Your teacher may arrange for you to have a chat with a student who is currently studying the
subject.
Question: Is there anything else I should consider?
Answer: Yes. Do not be influenced by the choices made by your friends. The subjects
you choose will influence your A Level choices and future career therefore it is important
that you investigate all aspects of the subjects and make informed decisions. Whatever your
choices you will be expected to work very hard, to attend all classes, to do your homework
and to produce all work including controlled assessments to the best of your ability.
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Question: When must I decide?
Answer: Following your Parent Teacher Meeting on Thursday 2nd
Feb, you will have
time to reflect and think about your choices.
Completed forms must be returned to your form teacher by Fri 3
rd Feb 2017.
Take all the advice you can get but ultimately the decision is yours.
Mr. C. O’Hare – Head of Careers/CEIAG
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English Literature Examination Board - CCEA This course encourages students to:
become critical readers of prose, drama and poetry;
develop the ability to analyse the impact of language, structure and form in a range of texts;
connect ideas, themes and issues in a range of texts;
explore contexts and experience different times, cultures, viewpoints and situations in texts;
read for enjoyment and nurture a lifelong love of literature.
Year 11 – Modules
Units studied:
Unit 1: The Study of Prose
Unit 2: Section A – The Study of Drama
Assessment
Unit 1: End of Year Examination (30%)
Year 12 – Modules
Unit 2: Section B – The Study of Poetry
Unit 3: The Study of Shakespeare (Controlled Assessment)
Assessment
Unit 2: End of Year Examination (50%)
Unit 3: Controlled Assessment (20%)
At least 40% of the assessment must be taken at the end of the course as terminal assessment
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English Language Examination Board - CCEA The course aims to encourage students to:
-demonstrate skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing necessary to communicate with
others confidently, effectively, precisely and appropriately;
-express themselves creatively and imaginatively;
-become critical readers of a range of texts, including multi-modal texts;
-use reading to develop their own skills as writers
-understand the patterns, structures and conventions of written and spoken English
-understand the impact of variations in spoken and written language and how they can relate
to identify and cultural diversity; and
-select and adapt speech and writing to different situations and audiences.
Year 11 – Modules
Unit 3: Studying Spoken and Written Language- Controlled Assessment- 2 tasks
Unit 1: Writing for Purpose and Audience and Reading to Access Non- Fiction and Media
Texts
Unit 2: Speaking and Listening
Assessment
Unit 3: Controlled Assessment
Unit 1: End of Year Examination
Unit 2: Internal Assessment
Year 12 – Modules
Unit 4: Personal or Creative Writing and Reading Literary and Non-Fiction Texts
Unit 2: Speaking and Listening
Assessment
Unit 4: End of Year Examination
Unit 2: Internal Assessment with External Moderation
At least 40% of the assessment must be taken at the end of the course as terminal assessment.
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Mathematics Examination Board - CCEA This GCSE Maths course is for students not wishing to study GCSE Further Maths.
This course is assessed during (Jan of Year 12) and at the end of Year 12 & provides a basis
for further study of mathematics. It may be viewed as an extension of current third year work
detailing mathematics in greater depth.
Subject content
1 Number
2 Algebra
3 Ratio, proportion and rates of change
4 Geometry and measures
5 Probability
6 Statistics Assessments
Content Assessment Weight Availability
Unit T1:
(Foundation)
External written examination with calculator
(1 hr 30 mins)
45% January and
Summer
Unit T2:
(Foundation)
External written examination with calculator
(1 hr 30 mins)
45% January and
Summer
Unit T5:
Foundation
Completion Test
(Compulsory)
2 external written examinations:
Paper 1 without calculator (1 hr)
Paper 2 with calculator (1 hr)
55% January and
Summer
Unit T3:
(Higher)
External written examination with calculator
(2 hrs)
45% January and
Summer
Unit T4:
(Higher)
External written examination with calculator
(2 hrs)
45% January and
Summer
Unit T6:
Higher
Completion Test
(Compulsory)
2 external written examinations:
Paper 1 without calculator (1 hr 15 mins)
Paper 2 with calculator (1 hr 15 mins)
55% January and
Summer
Typically most students sit an exam in unit T3 in January of Year 12 and then have the option
of, in the summer of Year 12,
Sitting unit T4 (for A* opportunity) or
Re-sitting unit T3 or accepting unit T3 result along with sitting a compulsory completion test
(usually unit T6).
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Further Mathematics Examination Board - CCEA Note. In choosing GCSE Further Mathematics students must first complete the GCSE
Mathematics course in Year 11.
Students who follow GCSE Further Mathematics will usually have performed consistently
well in mathematics up to this point with entry dependent upon obtaining a grade A or grade
A* in the final exam at the end of Year 10 along with a teacher recommendation
Further Mathematics GCSE covers two broad areas of Mathematics:
Pure Mathematics covering topics such as calculus, trigonometry, logs and matrices
Applied Mathematics involving Mechanics such as Newton’s laws, kinematics & forces and
also Statistics such as standard deviation, probability & bivariate analysis.
Assessment:
External Examination – two written papers
Paper 1 Pure Mathematics 50% of total assessment
Paper 2 Mechanics and Statistics 25% for Mechanics and 25% for Statistics
Each paper is 2hrs long.
GCSE Further Mathematics exam scheduled for May/June series of Year 12.
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History Examination Board - CCEA The aim of the study of History at GCSE is to further and augment the study already undertaken by
students in the junior school. The overall aim of the subject is to give the student the opportunity to
understand the world around them through an analysis and interrogation of specific historical periods
and events which have shaped their modern world. The skills which will be developed through the
course will be essential for the development of the students as learners but also in the wider world.
They will learn analysis and synthesis through the interrogation of sources and material and the
rebuilding of that material in their own way. The skills of evaluation and application will also be
further developed in GCSE study. All of these skills, so central to the successful study of History, are
transferable into other fields of study and out into the wider world.
Year 11 (S1) Modules – Unit One is a study in depth of a period of:
(1) German History between 1918 and 1941 and (2) Changing Relationships: Northern Ireland 1965-
85. Each period is broken into three separate Key Issues. Assessment – Both sections are externally examined with candidates answering two questions from
three in each section. This component is worth 50% of the total marks allocated.
Year 12 (S2) Modules – Unit Two is studied in year 12, the outline study component which is a study
of The Cold War 1945-91. This again is assessed by written examination where all candidates answer
Section A and there is a choice of one from three questions in Section B. Section B is worth 25% of
the marks allocated
Controlled Assessment – The controlled assessment component of the GCSE is completed as Unit
Three. However, it is begun and completed between Units One and Two at the end of Year 11 (S1)
and the first month of Year 12 (S2). This component of the Revised Specification is worth 25% of the
marks available.
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French
Examination Board - CCEA Two tiers of entry (F / H ). In Listening and Reading Comprehension only.
In the Speaking and Writing Units differentiation is by outcome.
Year 12 – Modules / Units
Assessment
Listening and Reading are externally assessed and are both weighted at 20%.
Speaking is assessed by the teacher and weighted at 30%. In St Colman’s pupils sit 2
Speaking exams in S1.
Writing is assessed by controlled assessment (like coursework, but under controlled
conditions in class) and weighted at 30%. Set tasks are provided by CCEA, but these can be
adapted by teachers in some circumstances. In St Colman’s pupils sit 2 Writing exams in S2.
Module availability.
SPEAKING – June
WRITING – June
LISTENING and READING are assessed TERMINALLY at the end of the student’s GCSE
course.
Assessment
Listening - (Foundation) 35 mins. ( Higher) 45 mins.
Reading - ( foundation) 40 mins. ( Higher) 50 mins
Speaking – 2 exams ( 4 – 6 mins each)
Writing - 2 exams (1 hour to write up task - this excludes time spent on preparation)
Coursework or Practical Requirements.
TWO Writing tasks must be submitted.
Candidates aiming for grades A* - C must write 200 – 300 words per task.
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Art & Design
Examination Board - CCEA GCSE Art & Design builds on work of Key Stage 3 and enables students to pursue their
individual interests in their coursework e.g. Music, architecture, animation and graphic
design. Students have the opportunity to work in a wide range of areas including drawing, painting
graphic design, ICT, 3D Design and sculpture. This course presents students with broad
creative experiences. It opens many exciting career possibilities in areas such as architecture, web design, graphic
design, interior design, product design, multimedia and computer graphics. It is also a good
choice for those who wish to pursue their interest/talent in Art & Design and obtain a good
grade in GCSE. Year 11 & Year 12 Unit 1 - The Core Portfolio – 60% This consists of maximum of 20 A2 pages Or Equivalent. The work is undertaken in Year 11 and during 1st term of 5th year. Assessment – Internal assessment by teacher. External Moderation by CCEA May of S2 year. Year 12 – Completion of Unit 1 The Core Portfolio (coursework) – 1st term only. Assessment Internal Assessment by teacher External moderation by CCEA May S2 Unit 2 Working to a stimulus – 40% Externally Set Examination Minimum 15 hours preparation time in class during 2nd term 10 hour Final outcome completed by end of April S2 Assessment Internal assessment by teacher External moderation by CCEA May S2 This popular course involves visits to galleries & exhibitions, Artists/designers also visit the
school to enhance the student’s experiences.
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Religious Studies Examination Board - CCEA GCSE Religious Studies aims to encourage students to acquire knowledge and develop
understanding of beliefs, values and traditions of one or more religion, to consider the
influence of beliefs, values and responses to moral issues. To identify, investigate and
respond to fundamental questions of life raised by religion and human experience.
Students will study two units over the course, one in the first year and one in the second year.
Unit 1C The Christian Life and St. Mark’s Gospel – 50% of total marks
This unit provides an opportunity for the study of aspects of Christian belief and practice with
specific reference to the Person and Ministry of Jesus, as presented in St. Mark’s Gospel.
Students will study the origins of the Gospel, specified themes and the ways in which modern
beliefs and practices have been drawn from the Gospel account.
Assessment:
External Examination – Written Paper 1 hour 45mins. Students will answer all questions
from sections A, B and C.
Unit 2B Roman Catholic Ethics – 50% of total marks
This unit examines the effect of Roman Catholic Ethics and Tradition upon aspects of
Christian Lifestyle and behaviour. Students will specifically study the Roman Catholic
tradition. Students will be expected to make full use of their knowledge and understanding of
biblical passages outlined in the specification.
Assessment:
External Examination – Written Paper 1 hour 45mins. Students will answer all questions
from sections A, B and C.
Coursework
There is no coursework for this subject- Unit 1C and 2B equate to 100% of total marks.
Extra -Curricular/ Competitions
Retreats, Liturgies, Visits to Benedictine Monastery and Guest Speakers.
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Business Studies Examination Board - CCEA Business Studies encourages to, develop a lifelong interest in and enjoyment of business
subjects, to develop and apply their knowledge, understanding and skills to understand
today’s issues in local, national and global contexts, for example: international business and
the implications of the global economy for the local economy.
Year 11 Units
Unit 1C Business Start Up-35% of total marks
This unit focuses on business startup and the importance of the entrepreneur. Business
enterprise exists because entrepreneurs take risks in the hope of making a profit. It also looks
at sources of finance for business startups.
Business Start Up
Production
Marketing
Assessment:
External Examination- Written Paper 1 hour 20mins
Year 12 Units
Unit 2 Business Development- 40% of total marks
This unit focuses on the use of ratio analysis to interpret final accounts. Students also use
management accounting techniques to help make decisions.
Finance
Managing People
Business Growth
Business Plan
Assessment:
External Examination - Written Paper 1 hour 40 mins – Comprising of 3 structured questions.
Synoptic Assessment*
Coursework
Coursework for this subject takes the form of a controlled assessment worth 25% of the total
marks. Students complete one task from a range of tasks released in September of each year.
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MV&RUS Examination Board - CCEA This GCSE course was introduced to the school curriculum to realise the aim of equipping
young people with the skills necessary to cope with everyday life after school. The
importance of road safety is clearly recognized by the listing of the subject within the
Education Reform Order (1989) and continued within the 1996 order.
Motor Vehicle and Road User Studies leads, after two years, to an examination in three parts:
One of the theory papers carrying 40% of the overall marks.
The Higher Tier Paper lasting 2 hours will carry grades ranging from A* - D.
The Foundation Tier Lasting 1 ½ hours will carry a range of grades from C-G.
Topics Covered include:
The Highway Code
Drugs/Alcohol and the road user
Legal Requirements such as appropriate documentation and the different types of insurance
available
Motoring Mathematics including the buying and selling of vehicles
Post-Accident Procedure
Motor Vehicle Technology
Controlled Assessment – carried out during the two year course with a marks allocation of
30%. The study is normally carried out in the second term of Fourth Year.
A Practical Course carried out on a 49cc moped within the school grounds carrying 30% of
the Marks. This practical test is normally taken at the end of the second term in Fifth Year or
the beginning of the third term.
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Spanish Examination Board - CCEA This specification aims to encourage students to: derive enjoyment and benefit from language learning and be inspired by following a broad,
coherent and worthwhile course of study;
recognise that their linguistic knowledge, understanding and skills provide them with a
suitable basis for further learning opportunities and opportunities for career progression;
develop knowledge of and an enthusiasm for language learning skills by providing
opportunities for the practical use of Spanish;
develop the confidence to communicate effectively in Spanish;
develop the ability to work independently and with others;
develop an understanding of Spanish in a variety of contexts;
develop awareness and understanding of Spanish‐speaking countries and communities;
take their place as a citizen in a multilingual, global society.
Contexts for Learning
Students develop their knowledge and understanding by studying three Contexts for
Learning:
Context for Learning 1: Identity, Lifestyle and Culture;
Context for Learning 2: Local, National, International and Global Areas of Interest;
Context for Learning 3: School Life, Studies and the World of Work.
Assessment
Listening (25%) - There are two tiers of entry in this external exam: Foundation (35 mins);
and Higher (45 mins).
Speaking (25%) - One teacher‐facilitated and externally marked speaking examination.
There is one tier of entry. The test lasts 7-12 minutes, plus 10 minutes of supervised
preparation time.
Reading (25%) - There are two tiers of entry in this external exam: Foundation (50 mins); and
Higher (60 mins).
Writing (25%) - There are two tiers of entry in this external written exam: Foundation (1
hour); and Higher (1 hour 15 mins).
Module availability
Every summer from 2018 - Students must take at least 40 percent of the assessment (based on
unit weightings) at the end of the course as terminal assessment. Candidates may choose to
enter individual units at different tiers.
Extra Curricular
Trips to Spain, Visiting Speakers and Visits to Language Schools in Spain.
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Biology Examination Board - CCEA GCSE Biology provides a broad, coherent and practical course that develops confidence in
and a positive view of science. It encourages learners to appreciate the value of Science in
their lives and in the wider world around them.
It encourages students to: • develop their knowledge and understanding of biology;
• develop their understanding of the effects of biology on society;
• develop an understanding of the importance of scale in biology;
• develop and apply their knowledge and understanding of the nature of science and of the
scientific process;
• develop their understanding of the relationships between hypotheses, evidence, theories and
explanations
The following are important features of this specification.
The GCSE Biology specification is divided into three units.
Units 1 and 2 each contain six prescribed Practicals in the specification; students carry out a
total of 12 Practicals over the two years of this course.
Students carry out these investigations to develop their skills and knowledge of practical
science.
Units 1 and 2 are each assessed by a written examination either at Foundation Tier (grades C–
G) or Higher Tier (grades A*–D/E).
Unit 3 is an externally assessed Practical Skills unit in two parts: Booklet A and Booklet B.
Booklet A has two Practicals from the prescribed practical list. We send a Materials and
Apparatus list in December. We send a copy of Booklet A for each student to schools in
January. All students must carry these out by May. These are marked externally.
Extra-Curricular/Competitions
In March of Year 11, a number of Biology students have an opportunity to compete in ‘The
Biology Challenge.’ This is an online competition organized by The Institute of Biology.
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Chemistry Examination Board - CCEA Chemistry is the study of elements and the compounds they form. The specification aims to
enable students to: develop their knowledge and understanding of chemistry;
develop their understanding of the effects of chemistry on society;
develop an understanding of the importance of scale in chemistry;
Year 11
Unit 1: Structures, Trends, Chemical Reactions/Quantitative Chemistry and Analysis
The topics taken in S1 are listed below:
Elements, compounds and mixtures
Atomic Structure Solids, Liquids and Gases
Bonding
Structures
Equations
Periodic Table
Acids, Bases and Salts
Solubility
Quantitative Chemistry
Tests for Ions
Year 12
Unit 2: Further Chemical Reactions, Rates and Equilibrium, Calculations and Organic
Chemistry. The topics taken in S2 are listed below:
Reactivity Series of Metals
Water
Different types of Chemical Reactions
Rates of Reaction
Non-Metals and their Compounds
Organic Chemistry
Quantitative Chemistry
Materials
Assessment
There are two papers. One is taken at the end of S1 and the other is taken at the end of
S2.Pupils are also tested on Practical Skills at the end of S2.
CAREERS IN CHEMISTRY
Modern Chemistry is a core subject of growing international importance. It offers exciting
and very well paid employment opportunities in many different careers. These include
Forensic Science, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Biomedical sciences,
Agricultural sciences, Pharmaceutical Chemistry Chemical Engineering and Teaching. As
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well as careers in Science many of our students have gone into courses, which require a high
degree of numeracy, such as actuarial sciences and accountancy. Some have pursued careers
in Law and Politics.
Double Award Science Examination Board - CCEA The specification involves a new approach to Double Award Science at GCSE by incorporating
the skills, knowledge and understanding of how science works.
We set the controlled assessment tasks for the Practical Skills unit. Students must complete two
tasks.
Students can re-sit each unit once. It is also possible to progress to the study of science and
related courses at GCE Advanced Level and Advanced Subsidiary Level.
Assessment Weighting
Biology Unit 1:
Living Processes
and Biodiversity
An externally assessed written
examination.
11%
Chemistry Unit 1:
Structures, Trends
and Chemical
Reactions
An externally assessed written
examination.
11%
Physics Unit 1:
Force & Motion,
Energy, &
R/activity
An externally assessed written
examination.
11%
Biology Unit 2:
Body Systems,
Genetics.
An externally assessed written
examination.
14%
Chemistry Unit 2:
Further Chemical
Reactions &
Organic Chem
An externally assessed written
examination.
14%
Physics Unit 2:
Waves, Sound and
Light, Electricity,
and the Earth
An externally assessed written
examination.
14%
Practical Skills Unit Controlled assessment
Students complete two controlled
assessment tasks from a choice of
six.
25%
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Irish Examination Board - CCEA Aidhmeanna Cúrsa suimiúil sultmhar é a spreagann daltaí chun an teanga fhoghlaim, a úsáíd agus
teagmháil a dhéanamh trí mheán na Gaeilge.
Scileanna teanga agus tuigse ar an teanga a fhorbairt.
Eolas a chothú agus a chur ar phobal na Gaeilge fud fad na hÉireann.
Dúshraith a leagadh do staidéar AS/A2.
Aims
Encourage students to learn, use and communicate in Irish.
To develop language skills and understanding.
To developan awareness and an understanding of the Irish speaking communities throughout
the country.
To provide a suitable basis for further study.
An Cúrsa
Scrúdú Béil. Dhá thoipic le hullmhú. Is féidir á dhéanamh in ardrang a hAon agus a Dó agus
beidh ar an mhúinteoir á mharcáil. 30%
Aiste. Dhá thoipic faoi stiúr an mhúinteoira. Is féidir an scrúdú a dhéanamh in ardrang a
hAon nó a Dó. 30%
Scrúdú Éisteachta. 20%
Scrúdú scríofa – Triail tuisceána le freagraí i nGaeilge agus i mBéarla. 20%
The Course
Oral. Two topics to be prepared(instead of four in previous years). It is possible to do this in
S1 or S2 and is teacher assessed. 30%
Essay. Two tasks prepared and completed by the student in class. It is possible to do this in
S1 or S2. 30%
Listening test. 20%
Written paper – Comprehension with responses in Irish and English. 20%
Obair Chúrsa/ Coursework
Níl obair chúrsa ann ach beidh ar an dalta Aonad 1 & 2 a ullmhú roimh ré.
There is no coursework but candidates will need to prepare material for Unit 1 & 2 in
advance.
Imeachtaí Breise/Comórtais
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An Ghaeltacht, Feiseanna, Abair, tráth na gceist, aoichainteoirí agus Sciath Mhic Giolla
Bhríde (Buaiteoirí 2008 don 14ú uair) Extra-Curricular / Competitions / The Gaeltacht,
Feiseanna, Public Speaking, quizzes, Guest Speakers.
Physics Examination Board - CCEA What will you learn about?
At GCSE, those opting to study physics will build upon the topics studied at Key Stage 3 and
learn about Forces and Motion, Energy, Pressure, Sound, Light, Electricity and the Earth in
Space as well as introducing the new topic of Radioactivity. As physics is an experimental
subject, there will be a strong emphasis on practical work and students will learn and develop
the skills necessary to carry out this aspect.
Why should you choose to study GCSE Physics?
Physicists remain at the forefront of technology and innovation across the world,
investigating an array of current issues such to climate change, global energy solutions and
cancer therapies. The aim of the GCSE course is to build a solid foundation for those who
seek such a career. In addition, those pursuing professions in engineering, medicine or in the
financial sector will need to demonstrate an understanding of many of the concepts explored
within the subject. Moreover, those choosing physics are afforded opportunities for
developing their numerical skill set, allowing for an enhanced understanding of GCSE
Mathematics. Hence, the student who would most benefit from studying Physics as a separate
science at GCSE is one who intends to study the subject to a higher level such as AS/A Level
and/or who wishes to have a wide range of options for study or career choice after AS/A
Level.
Over the 2 year course, students will become progressively more informed about the rapidly
changing technology around them and develop further their interest and understanding of
scientific matters, as well as preparing the demands of AS and A2 study. This is achieved
through the use of highly structured ‘Study Guide Books’ that have been developed in the
department. The books are based on the CCEA syllabus and subsequently break this down
into intended learning objectives for all the topics allowing the student to be fully informed as
to the expectations of the course. The study guides point out all the experiments which are
required, guide the student through their textbook, outline what notes should be made after
reading through the relevant sections and clearly identify the appropriate questions which
should be attempted meaning pupils have a reliable plan for success. Students who
concentrate in class, draw accurate diagrams, make relevant notes, show all their calculations
clearly and engage in regular revision during the two year course will ensure that they
achieve their highest level of attainment and develops the skills above and enhances his
understanding of Physics.
Physics is an interesting, stimulating and rewarding subject and study at GCSE will ensure a
firm foundation for the study of AS/A Level Physics and open up a world of opportunities.
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Design and Technology Examination Board - CCEA Design and Technology for GCSE and Advanced level appeals to those students who are
interested in designing, making products and learning how things work.
GCSE D&T builds upon the experiences and skills gained at Key stage 3 and develops the
student’s ability to problem solve through independent learning.
The department building is modern and very well equipped consequently Design and
Technology is a popular choice at GCSE.
CCEA GCSE DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY (PRODUCT DESIGN)
Year 11 (S1)
Core Theory (1hr Paper in June) 20%
Design Assignment (Submitted in May) 20%
Year 12
Further Technology Theory (1hr Paper in June) 20%
Design and Manufacture of a Resistant materials product. (Moderated in May) 40%
Year 11 - Modules/Units
The first year of the course focuses on knowledge and understanding of resistant materials
such as woods, metals and plastics including related tools, equipment and processes. Also
studied is electronics, computer control, graphics with CAD and CNC manufacturing. Theory
of mechanisms and pneumatics is incorporated.
Year 12 – Modules/Units
The second year of the course involves further study of Technical theory relating to
designing, materials and manufacturing processes. It also sees the completion of the practical
coursework product (40%) and supporting design portfolio.
Coursework :
Pupils must design and manufacture a working product in answer to an identified need or
brief. The product must incorporate a range of materials and processes. The product must also
be supported by a 10 page A3 design portfolio.
Theory examinations
The examination comprises quick answer questions and a number of in depth questions
chosen from electronics, mechanisms, computer control , pneumatics, designing, materials,
tools / machines and processes.
The examination papers are only available in June each year.
(6) Extra Curricular/Competitions
After school provision is made for GCSE and A level students to use the Department
facilities after school Monday to Thursday under supervision.
There may be opportunities for students to enter competitions such as Young engineers for
Britain, Sentinus Young Innovators, The National Science and Engineering Competition ‘The
Big Bang’.
Year 12 DT students are also given the opportunity to apply for a prestigious Arkwright
Engineering Scholarship. There are a number of College students who have been awarded
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these scholarships and have benefitted greatly from them both financially and in respect of
their Curriculum Vitae as potential young engineers of the future.
Geography Examination Board - CCEA Overview of Subject
The study of Geography helps students to understand and apply the following concepts:
Sustainable development;
Interrelationships between people and the environment;
The need to manage both physical and human resources;
Interdependence between countries;
International cooperation.
Year 11 Modules/Units
The first assessment for the following units.
Unit 1: Understanding Our Natural World.
Unit 2: Living in Our World.
Unit 1:
Understanding Our Natural World
This unit cover the following themes:
Theme A: The Dynamic Landscape
Theme B: Our Changing Weather & Climate
Theme C: The Restless Earth
External written exam 1 hour 30mins
Three multi-part questions are set with one on each theme.
Candidates answer all three questions.
Each question includes: resource material which may take a variety of forms, for example
statistical, pictorial and written text and some parts that require extended writing – 37.5%
Assessment
There are two tiers of entry: Foundation & Higher
This is now a unitised specification. Students will have the opportunity to sit Unit 1 or Unit 2
in the first year of teaching.
There are six geographical themes, set out as key geographical terms, content and learning
outcomes.
Unit 1 - 37.5% Unit 2 – 37.5% Unit 3 – 25% = 100%
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Home Economics – Food & Nutrition
Examination Board - CCEA The new specification will be made up of the components:
Component 1: Food and Nutrition – External written exam (2 hours) 120 marks 50%
Component 2: Practical Food and Nutrition – Controlled assessment (120 marks) 50%
Component 1: Food and Nutrition
Subject content:
Food provenance
Food processing and production
Food and nutrition for good health
Energy and Nutrients
Macronutrients
Micronutrients
Fibre
Water
Nutritional and Dietary needs
Priority health needs
Effective consumers – food shopping
Factors affecting choice
Food safety
Resource management
Food preparation, cooking and presentation skills
Component 2: Practical Food and Nutrition
Part A Research and viewpoints
(800 words)
Part B Justification of choice
(1500 words)
Part C Planning
Part D Practical Activity
Part E Evaluation
Presentation
Home Economics is a field of study that encompasses an array of skills related to the
management of households. They include budgeting, food preservation, nutrition, child
development and fashion merchandising. Now often referred to as family and consumer
sciences, graduates of these programs can have careers in education, business, government,
law and human rights.
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*Draft
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DRAFT Subject to qualification approval
Digital Technology (CCEA) formerly ICT The course is divided into three units. Students must study Unit 1.
They also study either Unit 2 & 3 (Multimedia) OR Unit 4 & 5 (Programming) .
The table below summarises the structure of this GCSE course.
Content Assessment Weighting Availability
Unit 1: (Compulsory core) Digital Technology
In this unit, students explore a range of digital
technologies available for data storage, manipulation,
presentation and transfer. They also evaluate the
importance of data security and data legislation.
External
written
examination
1 hour
30% Summer from 2018
Choice: Multimedia Route GCSE Digital Technology (Multimedia)
Unit 2 Digital Authoring Concepts
In this unit, students gain an understanding of the
concepts in the development of digital systems. They
enhance the knowledge and skills developed in Unit 1.
AND
Unit 3 Digital Authoring
In this unit, students design, develop and test digital
multimedia systems.
External
written
examination
1 hour 30
mins
Controlled
assessment
40%
30%
Summer from 2018
Summer from 2018
OR
Choice: Programming Route **
GCSE Digital Technology (Programming)
Unit Unit 4 Digital Development Concepts In this unit, students analyse trends in software
development and the concepts involved in designing
and building digital systems using coded solutions.
AND
Unit 5 Digital Development Practice
In this unit, students design, develop and test coded
solutions when creating digital systems. Students must
use one of the following languages in their completed
solution: Python, Java or C#.
External
written
examination
1 hour 30
mins
Controlled
assessment
40%
30%
Summer from 2018
Summer from 2018
** GCSE Digital Technology (Programming)
This is a more challenging option and suited to students who will be studying GCSE Further Maths
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Students must take at least 40% of the assessment (based on unit weightings) at the end of the
course as terminal assessment.
Physical Education Examination Board - CCEA People are passionate about sport and physical recreation. They value playing, participating,
competing, spectating and volunteering - all of which provide lifelong enjoyment and fulfillment.
Sport and physical recreation provide heroes and heroines as well as moments of inspiration that we
all celebrate. Physical Education gives you the opportunity to develop your knowledge, understanding
and skills for a balanced, healthy lifestyle as well as participating in a range of practical activities. In studying this course you will:
• develop your knowledge and understanding of the key points of health, exercise, physical
performance and skilled performance;
• focus on how to develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle;
• study different types of exercise, methods of training and the effects of physical exercise and
training on the body;
• consider the importance of risk assessment for health and safety and how to take steps to reduce
these risks; and
• develop useful life skills through participating in a range of physical activities as a participant or a
leader and official.
Content Assessment Weighting
Component 1:
Developing Knowledge,
Understanding and Skills for
Balanced, Healthy Lifestyles
and Participation in Physical
Activities
External Assessment
Students complete one written question paper lasting 1 hour 30 minutes.
The paper covers factors that affect the development of health and peak
physical fitness. It contains short answer and multi-part questions.
Students are required to recall, explain and apply concepts, facts, terminology,
methods and principles to demonstrate understanding of the subject content.
40%
Component 2:
Developing and Maintaining a
Balanced, Healthy Lifestyle
Controlled Assessment
Students are assessed on their evidence of developing and maintaining
balanced, healthy lifestyles. This includes their ability to analyse, evaluate,
plan, implement, and monitor actions to maintain a balanced, healthy lifestyle.
20%
Component 3:
Individual Performance in
Physical Activities
(a) Analysing, evaluating,
planning, implementing and
monitoring actions to improve
skilled performance in selected
physical activities (10%)
and
(b) Improving the quality,
efficiency and effectiveness of
individual performances in
physical activities (30%)
Controlled Assessment
Students are assessed on their evidence of improving skilled performance.
Students must complete three individual performances in three different
physical activities from at least two of the categories below:
athletics activities;
dance activities;
games activities;
gymnastics activities;
outdoor adventure activities;
and
specialist activities.
40%
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Students are assessed on the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of their
performances.
Music Examination Board - CCEA Overview of Subject This specification aims to provide a valuable, rewarding and comprehensive course of study
that broadens experience; develops knowledge, understanding and skills; promotes creativity;
encourages personal and social development and extends imagination.
Component 1: Composing and appraising (Controlled Assessment) 35%
Candidates must create two contrasting compositions and keep a composition log for each.
One of these must be related to the core or an optional area of study.
The composition portfolio length should be 3-6 minutes in total. This controlled assessment
task is internally and externally moderated.
Component 2: Performing and appraising (Controlled Assessment)
Candidates must present one solo and one ensemble performance. These must include at least
one piece related to the core or optional areas of study.
Candidiates’ solo and ensemble performance programme should each last up to 5 minutes.
Candidates’ discussion of their performance is worth 5% of the total marks. A visiting
assessor carries out external assessment.
AREAS OF STUDY
Component 3: Listening and appraising (external assessment)
Core: Repeated Patterns in Music
Optional Components: Incidental Music and Vocal Music
There is one examination of aural perception, which compromises two parts.
Part 1 is based on the core area of study. One of the questions in this part relates to the impact
of music on work and leisure.
Part 2 is based on the optional areas of study.
Both Parts1 and 2 include questions on familiar and unfamiliar music.
The total listening time for each part of the assessment unit is approximately 45 minutes.
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Drama and Theatre Studies Examination Board - CCEA GCSE Drama is aims to develop a personal interest in drama and be motivated and inspired
by studying a broad range of theatre and plays. It will actively engage in the process of
dramatic study to develop as effective and independent learners and as critical and reflective
thinkers with enquiring minds. Pupils will work imaginatively and creatively in collaborative
contexts, generating, developing and communicating ideas. Pupils reflect on and evaluate
their own work and the work of others. Over the two year course pupils will be able to
develop and demonstrate competence in a range of practical, creative and performance skills.
The study of Drama at GCSE will enable them to develop as active citizens for their future, in
employment and society, as well as for the possible further study of drama Unit 1: Understanding Drama (40%)
This unit is assessed by an external written examination, which lasts 1 hour 30 minutes.
In the paper, each student must answer three questions. They must answer two
questions on one of the eight set texts and one question relating to the text studied in the
compulsory element: Scripted Performance.
The eight set texts are listed below in chronological order:
• Romeo and Juliet (Shakespeare)
• Juno and the Paycock (O’Casey)
• The Crucible (Miller)
• Philadelphia Here I Come (Friel)
• Tea in a China Cup (Reid)
• Blood Brothers (Russell) –• Across the Barricades (Lingard)
Unit 2: Drama Performance (60%)Unit 2 is a practical unit. Students must complete two
controlled assessment tasks. One of these is a compulsory element: Scripted Performance.
(External Assessment)
Students also choose one element from the following five options:
Devised Performance; Improvisation; Dance Drama; Mime; or Design Support
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A Quick Guide - GCSE Requirements QUB = Queen’s University, Belfast -
UU = University of Ulster
Please note – the GCSE requirements outlined represent the minimum requirements which
are subject to change and may be adjusted by the universities to meet their criteria.
Career/course Necessary GCSE
subject
A level Requirement Additional information
Accounting QUB- Maths
grade B
UU - Maths
grade B
QUB - AAB +A AS
level
UU AAA or AAB +
A/B at AS in 4th
subject
No specific A levels
although
Maths and Business
Studies would be useful
Work experience
essential
www.accaglobal.com
Actuarial Science and
Risk Management
Mainly A*
Grades at GCSE
QUB - AAA+A AS
level
To include Maths
www.actuaries.org.uk
Aerospace
Engineering(BEng)
GCSE Physics
or DA science
Acceptable if
Physics not
offered at a level
QUB - BB including
Maths at least one
from Physics,
Chemistry, Biology,
Technology
A level Physics
preferred.
Agriculture
Technology
GCSE Maths QUB- BBB including
a science Subject
(preferably Biology or
Chemistry)
Stage 1 & 2 delivered at
CAFRE (Greenmount
Campus ),stage 3 at
QUB. Applicants not
offering Biology or
Chemistry at A level
should have a minimum
grade C in GCSE
Chemistry or Double
Award Science
Architecture Applicants
without GCSE
Art will be
invited to a
portfolio
interview
UU -Maths, Art
,English
Language and
Physics or
Double Award
Science (CC)
QUB - ABB
UU 300 points to
include BB
QUB mathematical
subject and art are
desirable but not
essential.
UU scientific
Subjects Art and
construction
www.architecture.com
Art and Design UU - grade C
English language
UU - Foundation year
for specialist degrees-
160 points to include
grades CC
Applicants must provide
a portfolio of work
which demonstrates
breadth of interest and
abilities selection to this
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course will be based on
this portfolio
Biology UU English,
Maths and
double award
science
UU - 260 points to
include BC including
one from Chemistry,
Biology, Physics,
Maths, Home
Economics, PE,
Geography
UU A level Chemistry
or Biology preferred
Biomedical Science QUB - Maths
and double
award science
QUB - BBB two
science subjects
required Biology and
Chemistry
Biomedical
Engineering
UU - Maths
grade B
UU - 280 points, BC
.to include one from
one from Chemistry,
Biology, Physics,
Maths, Technology or
Engineering
Business Economics QUB - Maths
grade B
QUB - AAB
UU 280 points to
include BB
NO specific A levels
Biomedical Science UU - Maths,
English &
Double Award
Science
UU - 300 points to
include BB from
either: Group a
2 from Chem, Bio,
Physics HE,
Or
Group B (1 from
group and 1 from
group b)
P.E., Geography , I.T
.
A level Chemistry
preferred
Building Engineering
and Materials
Maths, English
and one from
Chemistry,
Technology or
Computing
UU - 260 points BC
to include one from
Maths, Physics,
Chemistry,
Technology,
Computing or BTEC
Construction
Building Surveying UU - 300 Points -
BBB
All subject areas are
considered
www.rics.org/uk
Business Studies UU - 300-340 points
to include grades
ABB-BBB
UU No specific subjects,
business studies and a
language are useful
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Business Information
Technology
QUB - Maths
Grade B
QUB - AAB UU 240-
280 points CCC-BBC
No specific subjects
required business studies
useful
Chemical
Engineering
Double award
Science if not
offering
Chemistry or
Physics A level
QUB – ABB -
including Maths and a
science subject.
Chemistry GCSE Maths
grade C
QUB - BBB including
Chemistry and a
second science
subject.
www.rics.org/uk
Civil Engineering QUB if A level
physics is not
offered Double
Award Science
is required UU
Maths grade B
If A level
Physics is not
offered double
award science
GCSE Grade BB
required.
QUB - BBB including
Maths and Science
subject (physics
(preferred),Biology,
Chemistry , Design
Technology,
Geography or ICT
UU min 270 points
based on 3 A level
with grades BC to
include Maths and
one from Physics,
Technology
Chemistry ,Biology
Geography,
Engineering at grade c
or above
BTEC National
Diploma in
Construction
completion with
overall MM profile
plus A level Maths at
grade c.
BTEC national award
construction
completion with
overall M profile plus
A level Maths at
grade C
Computer Games
Development
GCSE Maths
grade C
QUB - AAB
including Maths or
Physics UU 280-300
pints to include BB In
one from Maths,
Physics , Biology ,
Chemistry, ICT
,Technology
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Computer Science GCSE Maths
grade C
QUB - BBB including
A level Chemistry or
ICT or Maths or
Physics or
Technology or
Double Award
applied ICT
Construction
Engineering and
Management
UU - 300 points to
include BB, two from
Maths, Physics
Technology,
Chemistry Business
Studies, Geography
ICT, Construction
Criminology QUB - ABB No specific subject
required at A level.
Dietetics Maths and
Chemistry or
Double Award
Science
UU - BBB to include
2 sciences from
Chemistry, Physics
,Maths, Biology or
Home Economics
Very competitive
Chemistry preferred
HPAT test
www.hpat.org.uk
& Access NI
Dentistry Maths and
Physics or
Double Award
Science
QUB - AAA +A at
AS including
Chemistry plus one
from Biology, Maths,
Physics
If not offered at A level
Biology must be to
grade B at AS level
UKCAT
Interview &
Work experience are
essential
www.bda.org
Drama QUB - BBB
UU - 280 points
,grades BBC
Interview required
Drama useful, students
should have an interest
in issues of performance
and be prepared to
participate in practical
theatre classes.
Electronics/Electrical
Engineering
GCSE physics or
DA Science
acceptable if
Physics not
offered at A
level
UU GCSE
Maths grade A
required if
offering
Technology at A
level
QUB - BBB including
Maths and at least one
science, Physics
preferred
UU 280 points to
include BC including
Maths or one from
Chemistry , Physics,
Technology
Technology considered
science for this course
English QUB - ABB or AS level English grade
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BBB+B AS including
A level English
A would be acceptable
in lieu of a level English.
Environmental health UU - 280 points to
include BC. Grade B
in Maths ,Physics
Chemistry, Biology or
Home Economics
European
Planning(QUB)
Environmental
Science
GCSE Maths
grade C
QUB - BBB
UU - 220 points
including CC two
subjects from
Geography
Economics, Biology
Physics, Chemistry
Maths, P.E, ICT
Psychology , Home
Economics
www.ies-uk.org.uk
Food Quality, Safety
and Nutrition
Biology and
Chemistry or
Double Award
science and
Maths
QUB - BBB including
Biology or Chemistry
preferably both
Food and Nutrition UU - 240 points
including CCC
including one from
Biology ,Physics
chemistry, Maths, PE
and Home Economics
Will accept PE if
accompanied with AS
grade C in one of
Biology, Physics
,Chemistry, Maths
Finance GCSE Maths
grade B
QUB - ABB including
Maths or AAB if
Maths not offered
Finance and
investment analysis
UU - 300 points BBB
French QUB- BBB including
French
UU (modular) 260
points BCC
C in language
Geography Geography and
Maths
QUB - ABB including
Geography
UU (modular) 220
points grade C or
above in Geography
www.rgs.org
Health and Social
Care Policy
UU 280 points to
include BB
Access N.I
History QUB - ABB or
UU - 280 points to
include BBC
No specific subject
requirements
International Politics
and Conflict Studies
QUB - ABB No specific subject
requirements
Interactive UU - 300-340 points All subject areas
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Multimedia Design to include BBC considered
Interior design UU - 240 points to
include CC
Art A level useful
Irish QUB - BBB Including
Irish
UU - 260 points to
include grades BCC
grade B in Irish
Law QUB – look
closely as GCSE
profile.
QUB- AAB
UU - ABB to AAB
No specific A level
English, R.E, History
useful
Work experience
www.barcouncil.org.uk
Mathematical Studies QUB - ABB including
Maths grade A
Medicine Maths and
Physics or
Double Award
Science required
if not offered at
AS level
QUB - AAA+A at AS
including chemistry
+1 from Biology
Maths, Physics. If not
offered at A level
Biology must be at
least grade B at AS
*UKCAT
*Interview
*Work Experience
Very competitive
www.ukat .ac.uk
Midwifery Maths and
Science grade B
Preferred
QUB – BBC
including A level
Biology or Chemistry
or BB/CCC if not
offering Biology or
Chemistry
Very competitive
Work experience
Interview
Access N.I.
www.nmc_uk.org
www.stepintothenhs.uk
Music QUB - BBB
A level music
minimum grade B
required. Grade VIII
Theory Music
acceptable in lieu of a
level Music
UU 280-300 points
BBB-BBC
To include grade B in
music minimum or
music grade VIII
instrument/voice or
theory.
Interview/audition
Music Technology &
Sonic Arts
GCSE Maths
and normally
Music
QUB - BBB
A level grade B in at
least one from ICT
Maths Music, Physics
Preferred that applicants
will have GCSE music
or grade VI theory of
music.
Nursing Maths and
Science grade B
preferred
QUB – BBC
including a level
Biology or Chemistry
or BB/CCC if not
offering biology or
Very competitive
interview
access N.I.
work experience and
voluntary
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chemistry
UU - 280 points
including BB
work essential
www.nmc-uk .org
www.stepintothenhs.uk
Occupational
Therapy
UU - BBB HPAT Test
www.hpat.org.uk
www.cot.co.uk
Optometry UU - AAB grades A
in two Sciences
Access N.I.
Pharmacy Double award
science Maths
QUB - AAB grade A
in Chemistry plus one
from Biology ,Maths
or physics
Or AAB to A level
plus AS level A in
Chemistry and at least
one other from
Biology, Maths or
Physics
UU - 340 points to
include AAB
including Chemistry
and another science
subject preferably
Biology
Access N.I.
Medical check
Biology to AS level.
Work experience
essential
www.rpharms.com
Physics QUB - BBB including
Maths and Physics
MSci AAB including
Maths and Physics
Physiotherapy UU - BBB including
one subject from
Biology, Chemistry
Maths, Physics
HPAT test
www.hpat.org.uk
Access N.I.
www.csp.org.uk
Podiatry UU - BBB including
one subject from at
grade B from
Biology, Chemistry
Maths or Physics
HPAT test
www.hpat.org.uk
Access N.I.
Medical examination
Politics QUB ABB
UU 260-280 points
BC-BB
UU 260-280 to
include BC-BB
A level history, politics
and government useful
subjects
Product Design and
Engineering.
GCSE Maths
and double
award science
Grade b in
Maths if not
offering physics
A level
QUB - BBB
including Maths and
at least one from
Physics (preferred),
Biology, Chemistry,
Design and
Technology.
Psychology GCSE Maths QUB - ABB No specific subject
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grade C UU - 280-300 points
to include grade BB
requirements
Quantity Surveying GCSE Maths
grade B
UU - 320 points
minimum to include
grade AB
All subject considered
Construction useful
www.rics.org
Radiography Double Award
Science BB &
Maths
UU - BBB including
one from Biology,
Chemistry, Maths,
Physics
HPAT test
www.hpat.org.uk
Access N.I.
Social Policy QUB - ABB No specific subject
requirements
Social Work GCSE Maths QUB - ABB
UU 300 points
Very competitive
Work experience and
voluntary work essential
interview
access N.I.
www.basw.co.uk
www.gscc.org.uk
Sociology QUB - BBB Sociology useful A level
subject
Spanish UU- (modular)260
points to include BCC
C in Spanish
QUB - BBB Including
Spanish
Evidence of linguistic
ability
Speech and Language
Therapy
UU - BBB including
BBB including one
subject from Biology
Chemistry, Maths
Physics, English
Psychology,
Geography
HPAT Ulster – Aptitude
Test
www.Hpat.org.uk
www.rcslt.org
access N.I.
Sport UU - AAB to include
grade A from the
following Biology,
Chemistry, Maths PE,
Geography,
Psychology
BTEC Sport
Very competitive
High demand courses
Experience important
Teaching English, Maths
and Science for
Primary
Education.
English and
Maths for
Secondary
Education(Grade
B or above)
St Mary’s University
collage Belfast
A grade in the main
subject to be studied
Entry grade vary
between AAA-BBB
Depending on subject.
*Interview and
experience very
important.
*Work
experience/voluntary
work essential.
www.stmary-
belfast.ac.uk
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Theology QUB - BBB Religious studies useful
Veterinary Medicine Physics or
Double award
science if not
offered at A
level
A*AA including
Biology, Chemistry
and one from Physics,
Maths
Not available in N.I.
Work experience
essential
www.rcvs.org.uk
www.ucd.ie
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St Colman’s College
Leavers’
Destinations 2016
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Queen’s University, Belfast Thomas Carlin B.Sc. (Hons.) Finance
Thomas Carroll B.Sc. (Hons.) Economics with French
Niall Clarke B.Sc. (Hons.) Finance
Emmett Connolly B.Sc. (Hons.) Actuarial Science & Risk Management
Morgan Cumiskey B.Sc. (Hons.) Actuarial Science & Risk Management
Paul Cunningham B.Sc. (Hons.) Business Information Technology
Odhrán Downey B.Sc. (Hons.) Health, Physical Activity & Sport
Michael Doyle B.Sc. (Hons.) International Business & Spanish
Colm Fearon B.Sc. (Hons.) Physics with Computer Science
Conall Gordan B.Sc. (Hons.) Planning, Environment & Development
Matthew Harty B.Sc. (Hons.) International Business & French
Seán Lenaghan B.Sc. (Hons.) Business Information Technology
Karl Linden B.Sc. (Hons.) Physics
Stephen Love L.L.B.(Hons.) Law
Finbarr Malumphy B.A. (Hons.) Irish & French
Jamie McAteer B.A. (Hons.) Politics, Philosophy & Economics
Jordan McCambridge B.Sc. (Hons.) Computing & Information Technology
Seamus McDermott B.Sc. (Hons.) Environmental Planning
Cormac McGrath B.Sc. (Hons.) Software Engineering
Ryan McGreevy B.Sc. (Hons.) Finance
Declan McKavanagh B.Sc. (Hons.) Psychology
Patrick McKey B.Sc. (Hons.) Actuarial Science & Risk Management
Stephen McKey B.Sc. (Hons.) Economics & Finance
Francis McNamee M.Eng. (Hons.) Computer Science
Reece Mulvanney B.Sc. (Hons.) Business Information Technology
Kevin Murphy B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics with Extended Studies
William Oliver B.Sc. (Hons.) Biological Sciences
Antionios Peroulakis B.Sc. (Hons.) Computer Science
Jack Rice B.Sc. (Hons.) Accounting
Anwin Robin B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry
Niall Scullion B.Sc. (Hons.) Actuarial Science & Risk Management
Conor Torley B.Sc. (Hons.) International Business & Spanish
Blaine Tumilty B.Sc. (Hons.) Accounting
Adam Woods-Enright B.Sc. (Hons.) Psychology
University of Ulster Shea Byrne B.Sc. (Hons.) Business Economic with Marketing
Shane Cahill B.Sc. (Hons.) Finance & Investment Management
Michael Clarke B.Sc. (Hons.) Psychology
Joseph Cunningham B.Sc. (Hons.) Construction Management
Niall Daly B.Sc. (Hons.) Construction, Engineering & Management
Daniel Devlin B.Sc. (Hons.) Accounting & Management
Tiarnán Hatchell B.Sc. (Hons.) Cinematic Arts
Shane Keenan B.Sc. (Hons.) Optometry
Aidan Magee B.Sc. (Hons.) Engineering Management
Conor Magorrian B.Sc. (Hons.) Construction, Engineering & Management
Micheal McAnulty B.Sc. (Hons.) Accounting & Management
Declan McAteer B.Sc. (Hons.) Communication, Advertising & Marketing
Connor McConville B.Sc. (Hons.) Mechatronic Engineering
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Breandain McCorry B.Sc. (Hons.) Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management
Bernard McElroy B.Sc. (Hons.) Clean Technology
Rónán McEvoy B.Sc. (Hons.) Business Technology (Deloite BrightStart)
Conor McGivern B.Sc. (Hons.) Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management
Henry McLaughlin B.Sc. (Hons.) Social Work
Aryan Mehrtash B.Sc. (Hons.) Leadership & Management
Declan Morgan B.Sc. (Hons.) Human Resource Management
Pierce Murnin B.Sc. (Hons.) Energy
David Murphy B.Sc. (Hons.) Business Studies
Nicholas Murray B.Sc. (Hons.) Human Resource Management
Louis Murray B.Sc. (Hons.) Optometry
Shane O’Hagan B.Sc. (Hons.) Business Economics & Accounting
Christopher Sheridan F D in Art & Design
St Mary’s University College, Belfast Owen Donnelly B.A. (Hons.) Liberal Arts – Business Studies
ROI Universities University College, Dublin Ciarán Curran B.Sc. (Hons.) Computer Science
Patrick Gorman M.D. (Hons.) Medicine
Neill Jones B.Sc. (Hons.) Actuarial & Finance Studies
Conor McNamee M.D. (Hons.) Medicine
National University of Ireland – Galway Rónán Dawe B.A. (Hons.) Gaelic Studies
Royal Irish Academy of Music, Dublin Seamus Brady B.A. (Hons.) Music Performance
UK Universities University of Cheltenham Oran McGlennon B.Sc. (Hons.) Cyber Security
University of Durham Stephen Corr B.A. (Hons.) Politics
Maedoc Ellis B.A. (Hons.) Politics
University of Essex Conor O’Flaherty B.Sc. (Hons.) Marine Biology
Harper Adams University Declan McNally B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture
Heriot Watt University Malachy McElroy B.Sc. (Hons.) International Business & Management
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University of Glasgow Jack Walsh B.A. (Hons.) German with Spanish
University of Lancaster Searbhan Patton M.Sci. (Hons.) Physics
Kings College, London Liam Quinn B.A. (Hons.) Philosophy
University of Liverpool Brian Fegan B.Sc. (Hons.) Actuarial Mathematics
Liverpool John Moores University Aaron Bradley B.Sc. (Hons.) Criminology
Cormac Clarke B.Sc. (Hons.) Accounting & Finance
Peter McAleavey B.Sc. (Hons.) Business Management
Stephen O’Hanlon B.Sc. (Hons.) Business Management
Martin O’Sullivan B.Sc. (Hons.) Construction & Property
University of Manchester Kealan Fennell B.Sc. (Hons.) Economics & Politics
Manchester Metropolitan University Enda Kelly McCann B.Sc. (Hons.) Film- Making
Southern Regional College (SRC) Oisin Dolaghan Foundation Degree – Art & Design
Seán Fallon Foundation Degree – Sports & Exercise Fitness
Fergal Kerr Foundation Degree – Sports & Exercise Fitness
Willie-John McCartan Higher Level Apprenticeship – Mechatronic Engineering
Michael O’Hare Foundation Degree – Construction & Built Environment
Conor Woods Foundation Degree – Sports & Exercise Fitness
