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Lytham Sixth Form CollegeWelcome

WelcomeTo Lytham Sixth Form College

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A n exciting partnership between Blackpool

and The Fylde College (B&FC) and Lytham

St Annes Technology and Performing Arts College

(LSA), means that South Fylde now has its very

own sixth form college.

The new facility, which opened in September 2015,

provides high achieving school leavers with a

genuine college experience and a choice of either

A levels or level 3 Extended Diplomas, as a route

through to university and graduate careers.

Lytham Sixth Form College offers the best of

both worlds: all the experience of a traditional A

level provider (LSA) together with the vocational

expertise of an Ofsted Grade 1 Outstanding

provider (B&FC).

That’s great news for students, since they will

benefit from a unique learning experience designed

to equip them equally for the academic rigours of

university and multi-dimensional graduate careers.

Welcome

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Our Courses for September 2016

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Forewordfrom the Head

Lytham Sixth Form CollegeForeword

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A t this superb new facility, we offer an exciting,

challenging and high quality curriculum for

those students aspiring to university and graduate

careers.

Our ethos is rooted in delivering a broad curriculum

experience, underpinned by the highest academic

standards for our A level and level 3 Extended

Diploma provision.

At Lytham Sixth Form College, academic excellence

is both complemented and enhanced by a lively

programme of enrichment that features work

placements, visits, trips, and guest speakers.

In this way, we aim to prepare our students to

confidently continue their educational journey,

equipped with the wider transferable skills needed

to compete for their chosen career.

We look forward to you joining us.

Mandy Pritchard

Head of Lytham Sixth Form College

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Our Courses for September 2016

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Lytham Sixth Form CollegeFind your Extended Diploma or A Level Course

FIND YOUREXTENDED DIPLOMA OR A LEVEL COURSE

L ytham Sixth Form College offers high-achieving

school leavers the opportunity to study ‘three

A level equivalent’ Extended Diplomas or the

facilitating A levels that gain entrance to the highest

achieving universities and graduate careers.

Just like A levels, level 3 Extended Diplomas carry

the maximum possible 420 UCAS points to gain

you entry to university. They are generally more

vocational and assignment based than A levels but

equally valued by universities and employers alike.

The broad academic and technical and professional

provision available at Lytham Sixth Form College

means we are able to accommodate the full range

of needs, aspirations and abilities of school leavers

within the local community.

A broad curriculum portfolio will align to priorities

such as Science, Technology, Engineering and

Maths (STEM) and the fiercely competitive entry

requirements of the top UK universities. In

addition, students will work together on

undergraduate themes in preparation for

the challenges of university.

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Find your Extended Diploma or A Level CourseOur Courses for September 2016

A LEVELSAt Lytham Sixth Form College you can choose from a variety of A levels,

encompassing traditional as well as more contemporary subjects, which are

assessed by a mixture of coursework and exams.

DiplomasExtended

Our Extended Diplomas - just like A levels – carry the maximum 420 UCAS

points to gain you entry to university. These qualifications are increasingly

popular since the qualifying work is predominantly assignment-based and

spread throughout the course. Also, universities value the career-related

work experience that is naturally built into your course.

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Lytham Sixth Form CollegeEvents

EventsOur open days provide the ideal

opportunity to tour our facility, speak with

expert tutors about your course options

and get information and advice about

careers from our iKnow team. We will also

be processing applications at these events

so you can secure your place.

Join us on one of the following dates:

• Saturday 10 October 2015, 10.30am-2pm

• Wednesday 25 November 2015, 5-7pm

• Wednesday 9 March 2016, 5-7pm

Once your place is confirmed, we will

invite you to our pre-college taster days.

Our welcome event in June is designed to

help you settle in, meet others on your

programme of study and find your way

around ahead of starting in September.

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Our CoursesOur Courses for September 2016

Our CoursesA Levels and Extended Diplomas

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Lytham Sixth Form CollegeExtended Diplomas

DiplomasExtended

Our Extended Diplomas - just like A levels – carry the maximum 420 UCAS

points to gain you entry to university. These qualifications are increasingly

popular since the qualifying work is predominantly assignment based and

spread throughout the course. Also, universities value the career-related

work experience that is naturally built into your course.

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APPLIED SCIENCEFeaturing both Forensic and Medical

Pathways, this course provides the

knowledge, understanding and skills

needed to succeed in employment

within science-based industries.

Students will develop a range of

analytical and scientific skills as well

as practical techniques of enquiry to

enable them to make an immediate

impact in the workplace.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C or above including

Maths and Science. (Students with a

grade D in English will be accepted,

but must study a GCSE in English

alongside this programme.)

ART AND DESIGNThis exciting, varied and practical

course is aimed at those who want

a career in art, art teaching, theatre

set design, graphic design, illustration,

animation, architecture, interior

design, fine art or sculpture.

Covering a wide range of art and

design disciplines, students will

learn how to approach the creative

process to work through design

briefs, while developing the skills

and portfolio needed to achieve their

professional goals.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C or above including

English and one of the following: Art,

Design, Graphics or Photography OR

a relevant Level 2 at merit plus GCSE

English at grade C. (Students with a

grade D in Maths will be accepted, but

must study a GCSE in Maths alongside

this programme.)

BUSINESSThis practical course provides both

a broad foundation of business

education and a firm basis for

specialism in a selected avenue.

There is an emphasis on developing

employability and entrepreneurial

skills, with ICT heavily embedded

in the course to develop students’

knowledge of MS Office and other

business software.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C or above including

English or Maths OR a First Diploma

at Merit OR the relevant Level 2

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qualification plus GCSE English or

Maths. (Students with a grade D in

English or Maths will be accepted,

but must study this GCSE alongside

this programme.)

CPLD IN EARLY YEARS TEACHING (NATIONAL DIPLOMA)This Children’s Play, Learning and

Development (CPLD) programme

features a variety of core and

specialist modules, including Child

Development, Supporting Children’s

Language and Literacy, Safeguarding,

and Reflective Practice, which provide

the relevant occupational competence

required to be early years educators

or to become an early years teacher.

This programme has a requirement

of 750 hours in placement to develop

practice in the sector.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C or above including

English or Maths. (Students with a

grade D in English or Maths will be

accepted, but must study this GCSE

alongside this programme.) Applicants

will also need to pass a DBS check.

ENGINEERINGThis course provides an opportunity

to specialise in one of three

distinct branches of engineering:

Aeronautical; Electrical and Electronic;

and Manufacturing. Developed with

industry to align content to both

student and employer requirements,

students will develop subject-specific

knowledge alongside practical and

problem-solving skills, with support

for Maths and English

where appropriate.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C or above

including Maths OR a relevant Level

2 Diploma at merit OR an equivalent

qualification, plus GCSE Maths.

(Students with a grade D in

English will be accepted, but must

study a GCSE in English alongside

this programme.)

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (NURSING)This industry-focused programme

features a variety of core and

specialist modules, including Anatomy

and Physiology, Physiology of Fluid

Balance, Communication, Counselling,

and Equality and Diversity, to provide

the knowledge and skills needed

Extended Diplomas

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to progress to a nursing career.

Time spent in the classroom will be

supplemented by a 1-2 day work

placement to help with students’

professional development.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C or above,

including English and Maths.

(Students with a grade D in English

or Maths will be accepted, but must

study this GCSE alongside this

programme.) Applicants will also

need to pass a DBS check.

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (SOCIAL WORK)This industry-focused programme

features both core and specialist

modules, including Sociological

Perspectives and Psychological

Perspectives, Communication,

Counselling and Equality and

Diversity, to provide the knowledge

and skills needed for students to

progress to a career in social work.

Time spent in the classroom will be

supplemented by a 1-2 day work

placement to help with students’

professional development.

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Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C or above,

including English and Maths.

(Students with a grade D in English

or Maths will be accepted, but must

study this GCSE alongside this

programme.) Applicants will also need

to pass a DBS check.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYThis forward-thinking course reflects

the wide-ranging talents of individual

students by offering three distinct

study pathways: Hardware and

System Security; Software and Game

Development; and Interactive Media

Design and Development. All students

will develop fundamental skills in

areas such as systems, networking

and web design before going on

to specialise in their chosen area.

There is also an emphasis on the

development of employability skills.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C or above including

English or Maths OR a full Level 2

in IT, plus GCSE English or Maths.

(Students with a grade D in English

or Maths will be accepted, but

must study this GCSE alongside this

programme.)

PERFORMING ARTSDesigned to produce fully rounded

and confident performers, this

comprehensive course encourages

individual creativity across a wide

range of performance genres.

Students will learn the fundamental

techniques of acting, singing and

dance through a series of assignments

which start with scene and character

studies and eventually lead to full-

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scale productions at our dedicated

theatre and external venues such

as The Grand Theatre and the

Tower Ballroom.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C or above including

English and one of the following:

Drama, Dance or Music OR a relevant

Level 2 at merit plus GCSE English at

grade C. (Students with a grade D in

Maths will be accepted, but must

study a GCSE in Maths alongside

this programme.)

SPORTThis practical course equips you

with the skills and knowledge to

pursue a career in coaching, sports

development and fitness. Discover

how to analyse health and fitness,

design exercise programmes,

analyse human movement, treat and

prevent sports injuries and organise

sports events. You will also develop

your knowledge of individual and

team sports.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at Grade C or above,

including English or Maths or a First

Diploma at merit plus GCSE English

or Maths. (Students with a grade D in

English or Maths will be accepted, but

must study this GCSE alongside this

programme.)

UNIFORMED PUBLIC SERVICESThis exciting and active course

provides the requisite skills and

knowledge for a rewarding career with

the Police, Fire Service, Armed Forces,

Paramedics or Prison Service. Through

realistic workplace scenarios students

will develop vital leadership and

social skills while volunteering

opportunities via our excellent

employer links will dramatically

enhance career prospects. There is

an emphasis on improving physical

fitness through a range of timetabled

and enrichment activities.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at Grade C or above,

including English or Maths OR a First

Diploma at merit plus GCSE English

or Maths. (Students with a grade D

in English or Maths will be accepted,

but must study this GCSE alongside

this programme.)

Extended Diplomas

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Lytham Sixth Form CollegeA Levels

A LEVELSAt Lytham Sixth Form College you can choose from a variety of A levels,

encompassing traditional as well as more contemporary subjects, which are

assessed by a mixture of coursework and exams.

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ARTThis A level provides the ideal

springboard to a wide variety

of related courses and careers,

including: scientific illustration;

fashion; sculpture/3D design; general

illustration; fine art; and other visual

related studies in film, animation and

design. At the start of the course

students take part in teacher-led

practical creative tasks based around

a generic starting point or theme.

All students then develop their own

personalised responses leading to a

finished piece of artwork. The initial

introduction of new formal practical

skills provides the basis for creative

exploration and development in a

diversity of media and genres to

establish a unique signature style.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification,

including English Language or Maths

and a grade B or Merit in an Art subject.

BIOLOGYA Biology A level can lead to a variety

of careers, among them medicine,

veterinary medicine, dentistry,

physiotherapy, nursing, forensic

science, biochemistry, genetics, marine

biology, horticulture and zoology.

Through a variety of learning styles

(group discussions, presentations, role

plays, research and practical laboratory

work) you will develop knowledge and

skills across this fascinating branch

of science. Our two-year programme

features the following units: Biology

and Disease; The Variety of Living

Organisms; Investigative and Practical

Skills; Populations and Environment;

Control on Cells and in Organisms.

Degree-level study is a popular

progression route for students,

leading to one of the career areas

highlighted above.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification. This

must include Maths and Biology or Dual

Science at grade B or Merit and English

Language at minimum grade C.

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CHEMISTRYThis two-year A level programme is

ideal for those students wanting to

pursue a career in chemistry-related

areas such as medicine, veterinary

medicine, dentistry, forensic science,

biochemistry, chemical engineering and

industrial chemistry. Through a variety

of teaching methods that include

group discussions, presentations,

role plays, research and practical

laboratory work, you will focus on the

following units of study: Chemistry

in Action; Investigative and Practical

Skills; Kinetics, Equilibria and Organic

Chemistry; Energetics, Redox and

Inorganic Chemistry; Investigative and

Practical Skills. Successful students

will be eligible to progress to a related

undergraduate course at one of several

universities across the UK.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification.

This must include Maths and Chemistry

or Dual Science at grade B or Merit and

English Language at minimum grade C.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATUREThis course encourages students to

develop their understanding of English

Language and English Literature as

a combined discipline and become

independent, confident and reflective

readers and writers. Throughout the

course, critical analysis of the three

major literary genres – prose, poetry

and drama – along with a range of

non-literary texts will hone students’

ability to write for different audiences

and purposes. Those planning to

continue their study of English to

degree level will be developing a skill

set that is highly desirable to employers

everywhere, the more obvious ones

being found in journalism, publishing,

PR, marketing, administration and the

Civil Service.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C,

including English Language at

grade B and Maths.

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FRENCHLanguage graduates are suited to

a variety of communication-based

careers, with the prospect of overseas

travel adding an exciting dimension

to this area of study. On this course,

conducted almost entirely in French,

students will have regular opportunities

to develop and practise their listening,

speaking, reading and writing skills,

while studying the following modules:

Media; Popular Culture; Healthy

Living/Lifestyle; Family/Relationships;

Environment; The Multi-Cultural

Society; and Contemporary Social

Issues. Successful students can

progress to a pure language(s) or

linguistics undergraduate course, or

they could widen their career scope

with a combined honours degree

that incorporates a discipline such as

business, marketing or law.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification,

including English Language or Maths

and a grade B or Merit in French.

GeographyA Geography A level allows students to

develop a whole range of employability

skills and a culturally sensitive view

of the world that makes them truly

stand out. Obvious career choices

cover the areas of sustainability, urban

regeneration, energy supply, retail

location, managing the effects of

hazards and climate change geography;

however careers in business, law,

human rights, and international

relations or welfare are common

choices too. Our challenging curriculum

is delivered through a host of exciting

and innovative ways and covers the

following areas: Physical and Human

Geography; Geographical skills;

Contemporary Geographical Issues;

Plate Tectonics; World Cities; and

Contemporary Conflict and Challenges.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification,

including English Language and

Geography at grade B.

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Lytham Sixth Form CollegeA Levels

HISTORYA History A level develops the skills of

analysis and judgement, which allows

students to gain confidence in writing

and speaking persuasively. It also

develops key research skills, along with

an understanding of the media and

its influential role in society. All these

skills are highly relevant to university

study and to the contemporary work

environment. On this course, a varied

curriculum brought to life through

fascinating trips and visits, focuses

predominantly on Early Modern History,

specifically Britain and Europe in the

seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.

There is also the opportunity to

independently investigate a period of

change in Modern History.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification,

including English Language and

History at grade B.

LAWThe study of law develops students’

ability to structure arguments

effectively and to interpret theoretical

evidence so as to apply it to practical

situations. In this programme,

students will focus on the following

areas of study: Understanding Legal

Values, Structures and Processes;

Understanding Legal Reasoning,

Personnel and Methods; Criminal

Law; Understanding Substantive Law;

Understanding Law in Context. A law

qualification is directly relevant to the

legal profession and especially for those

looking to become Legal Executives,

Criminologists, Solicitors or Barristers;

however, it can also prove beneficial

for careers in media and journalism,

the Civil Service, business and

administration, management

and politics.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification,

including English Language at grade

B and a grade B or Merit in Law.

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MATHEMATICSWith highly developed analytical and

problem-solving skills, mathematicians

are ideally suited to careers in

areas such as finance, insurance,

manufacturing, teaching, design,

quality control, social sciences,

engineering, management and

business. This programme focuses

on Core Mathematics, with applied

subjects also being studied: Statistics

in Year 1 and Mechanics in Year 2.

Upon successful completion, students

would be eligible to apply for a place

at university where they could either

continue their study of Mathematics or

channel their aptitude for the abstract

towards one of the following disciplines:

the sciences, engineering, economics,

medicine, business and accountancy,

computing or management.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain 5

GCSEs at grades A* - C, including

Maths at grade B.

FURTHER MATHEMATICSWith highly developed analytical and

problem-solving skills, mathematicians

are ideally suited to careers in

areas such as finance, insurance,

manufacturing, teaching, design,

quality control, the social sciences,

engineering, management and

business. This one-year AS programme

features the following main areas of

study: Complex Numbers; Matrices;

Numerical Solutions; Series and

Decision Mathematics. Successful

students have the option of progressing

through to A2 level and then on to

university, where they could continue

their study of Mathematics or channel

their aptitude for the abstract towards

one of the following disciplines: the

sciences, engineering, economics,

medicine, business and accountancy,

computing or management.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain 5

GCSEs at grades A* - C, including

Maths at grade A.

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MEDIA STUDIESMedia graduates have highly developed

communication skills, particularly

beneficial for careers based in PR

consultancies, communications

agencies, marketing organisations and

media companies, but also in local and

central government and within colleges

and universities. Our Media Studies A

level is excellent preparation for a host

of related undergraduate programmes,

allowing students to develop a thorough

understanding of the contemporary

media landscape. The course begins

with an exploration of the various

aspects of television, advertising and

lifestyle texts but as it progresses,

students are encouraged to research

particular enthusiasms, for example

the video-games industry or issues

connected to social networking.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification,

including English Language at grade B.

MUSICMusic is a highly regarded academic

subject, developing a variety of skills

not just prized within music careers,

but valuable to all types of employers.

On this course, students will develop

performance skills, compose music

and learn about harmony while honing

their aural and analytical skills by

studying selections from the ‘New

Anthology of Music’ and wider listening.

Obvious career routes (via university)

include: Music Therapist; Musician;

Private Music Teacher; and Secondary

School Teacher however the following

roles would also suit graduates of

Music: Arts Administrator; Community

Arts Worker; Customer Service

Manager; Editorial Assistant; Event

Organiser; Retail Merchandiser; Sound

Technician; Broadcasting.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification,

including English Language or Maths

and a grade B or Merit in Music.

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PERFORMING ARTS DIPLOMA WITH A LEVELSOur Performing Arts Diploma is

equivalent to two A levels and must

be studied alongside other A levels.

A total of 12 units are based around

the following areas: Devised Drama;

Scripted Performance; Movement; and

The Performing Arts Business. Teaching

comprises a series of workshops

and vocational sessions designed

to help students hone their skills as

professional performers as well as

develop links in the performing arts

community. This Diploma, coupled with

your choice of accompanying A levels

will be excellent preparation for related

study at university along with a variety

of stage, TV and film work.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level programme

students must gain 5 GCSEs at grades

A* - C or an equivalent full Level 2

qualification, including English Language

at grade B and Maths at grade C. In

addition, students should have gained

a grade C or Pass in Drama or

Performing Arts.

PHILOSOPHY AND ETHICS (RELIGIOUS STUDIES)This fascinating course is an excellent

preparation for a wide range of arts

and social science degrees and is fully

recognised as an academic qualification

by all universities. With a natural

emphasis on the development of

critical thinking, debating, researching

and presenting skills, the study of

Philosophy can lead to rewarding

careers in areas such as law, teaching,

management, business administration,

medicine and journalism. Our lively and

challenging curriculum allows students

to explore such topics as ‘religious

influences on philosophy’ and ‘the

arguments for the existence of God’.

Ethical theories and topics such as ‘free

will’ are also covered.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification,

including English Language at grade B.

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Lytham Sixth Form CollegeA Levels

PHOTOGRAPHYThis A level provides the ideal

springboard to a wide variety of

related courses and careers, including:

medical/forensic photography; scientific

illustration; fashion; sculpture/3D

design; general illustration; fine art;

and other visual-related studies in

film, animation and design. At the

start of the course students take part

in teacher-led practical creative tasks

based around a generic starting point or

theme. All students then develop their

own personalised responses leading

to a finished piece of photography.

The initial introduction of new formal

practical skills provides the basis for

creative exploration and development

in a diversity of genres to establish a

unique signature style.

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Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification,

including English Language or Maths

and a grade B or Merit in an Art subject.

PHYSICSA physics qualification opens the doors

to all sorts of jobs and courses. All

technology is based on the principles

of physics, so for anyone considering

working in a technology-related

area, studying physics is an essential

first step. This course features both

theoretical and practical study of

the following key areas: Particles,

Quantum Phenomena and Electricity;

Mechanics, Materials and Waves; Fields

and Further Mechanics; Nuclear and

Thermal Physics; and Turning Points

in Physics. There is an emphasis on

solving mathematical problems, leading

to highly developed analytical skills.

Popular degree choices include Physics,

Engineering, Electronics, Astronomy

and Medicine.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification. This

must include Maths and Physics or Dual

Science at grade B or Merit and English

Language at minimum grade C.

PSYCHOLOGYPsychology is the fascinating scientific

study of behaviour. Students will

explore how people interact, how we

change and develop, how we think,

how the nervous system works, how we

differ from animals and how we decide

what is normal. In doing so, they will

develop their ability to think critically

and analytically, further develop both

their oral and communication skills,

and their ability to plan statistically

viable experiments. A level Psychology

can open up a range of careers and

undergraduate courses in psychology,

the social sciences, neuroscience

and media studies. Popular career

choices include social work, clinical

or educational psychology, research,

teaching and the media.

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A Levels

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level

programme students must gain

5 GCSEs at grades A* - C or an

equivalent full Level 2 qualification,

including English Language at grade B.

THEATRE STUDIESThis highly practical course has

enabled past students to progress to

undergraduate courses in acting, stage

management, media, English and

drama therapy, with other students

having progressed to actor training at

leading drama schools. There is also the

option of progressing to specialist arts

therapist, teacher or theatre technician

training. The course combines practical

workshops (with the teacher as

director) with research and discussion

style seminars. Learning mostly

comprises a live theatre production,

prescribed plays and excerpt

performances in front of an external

examiner. Potential students need

to be aware that this course involves

a demanding extra-curricular

rehearsal schedule.

Entry Requirements

In order to study this A level programme

students must gain 5 GCSEs at grades

A* - C or an equivalent full Level 2

qualification, including English

Language or Maths and a grade B

or Merit in an Art subject.

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EnrichmentAt sixth form, your studies are

important, but equally important is

the need to develop the all-round

transferable skills that are sought after

by universities and employers. These

include skills such as responsibility,

teamworking and community spirit.

Through exciting activities such as

work experience, volunteering,

fundraising and being a student rep

you will develop on a personal level

as well as have the chance to try

new things and meet new people.

Our enrichment opportunities include: · Our Football Academy

· The Community Sports Leaders Award

· The Extended Project Qualification (to develop research skills)

· ‘Girls Sports’

· Critical Thinking (to learn how to think smarter)

· The Charity and Community Group

· Membership of the Student Forum

· Work Experience (directly related to your course)

· The Lytham Sixth Form Theatre Company

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