To help students to get prepared to career...To help students to get prepared to choose the right options for their future career. ... To help you with the important career decisions

To help students to get prepared to choose the right options for their future

career

Year 10 Options 2016‐ 2017

Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4 Option 5PHYSICS

ECONOMICS BUSINESS STUDIES TRAVEL AND TOURISM BUSINESS STUDIES

ACCOUNTINGBIOLOGY CHEMISTRY PHYSICS ENVIRONMENTAL

MANAGEMENTP.E

ART COMPUTER SCIENCE FRENCH ARABIC

GLOBALPERSPECTIVE GEOGRAPHY CHILD

DEVELOPMENT SOCIOLOGY CHEMISTRY

ICTHISTORY ICT ICT

IMPORTANT RULES TO FOLLOW

1. All students must take IGCSE English and IGCSE Mathematics.2. All students must take at least one Science subject (from Physics, Chemistry,Biology and Environment Management).3. All Arab students must take Arabic in Option 5.4. All Muslim students must take Islamic Education (non IGCSE) and all studentswill get general P.E. once a week.5. Select 5 subjects from the list ( one from each option) which you would wantin your option.6. Please note that you need to get minimum 60% in your Year 9 subjects totake the extended version of that subject in IGCSE.7. Please note that a subject will continue only if there are minimum 15students in that subject option.

• Options awareness assembly for the students

• Taster lessons for new subjects in Year 9• Options survey • Career Assemblies• Career Guidance based on CAT 4• Work experience opportunity- internship

Career Guidance Opportunities


Career Assemblies

To give the students information on Career Pathways


Career Fair

A Career Fair within which students and parents can find more information regarding the courses available, criteria for the entry, duration of the course, cost associated etc.

Career Action PlannerPurpose

To help you with the important career decisions you will need to make with your child for their future after School.

Points to ponder:1.What skills and qualities do I have? 2.What am I passionate about?3.How might this affect my careers ideas?4.When I think about careers, these are the things that

matter to me.5.Where do I want to be? Probable universities?

Countries? 6. How can my extra-curricular achievements that impact my career?7. What do I already know about my career ideas? What more do I want to know? Who can help me?

Points to ponder:Where am I at this point in Year 9

What does my CAT4 result suggest?

What further action do I need to take before Year 10?

PERSONAL STATEMENT /STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

About yourself Co Curricular activitiesCommunity Service Internships Leadership RolesSports

Wide range of community services and work experience opportunities

Internship opportunitiesSCIFEST, TEDX, WINMUN, Debate Dubai, GEMS

Honour.Dubai CaresEnrichment and Innovation opportunities

COURSE ESSENTIAL SUBJECT USEFUL SUBJECT

ACCOUNTANCY MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS BUSINESS STUDIESECONOMICS

AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING

MATHEMATICS PHYSICS

DESIGN & TECHNOLOGYICT

ARCHITECTURE ART / PORTFOLIOEVM

MATHEMATICS DESIGN & TECHNOLOGYPHYSICS

ART AND DESIGN ART, DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

What are the subjects needed for a particular course: These are in general. May vary as per university and country.


BANKING MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS BUSINESS STUDIESECONOMICS

BIOMEDICALSCIENCES

BIOLOGYCHEMISTRY

PHYSICSMATHEMATICS

BIOTECHNOLOGY

BIOLOGYCHEMISTRY

PHYSICSMATHEMATICS

BUSINESS STUDIES BUSINESS STUDIESECONOMICS

MATHEMATICS


ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY MATHEMATICSPHYSICS

BIOLOGYECONOMICS

MASS COMMUNICATION

ENGLISH SOCIOLOGYPSYCOLOGY

COMPUTING MATHEMATICS ICT

PHYSICS

DENTISTRY AND MEDICINE

BIOLOGYCHEMISTRY

MATHEMATICS


ECONOMICS MATHEMATICSBUSINESS STUDIES

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

BIOLOGYCHEMISTRYPHYSICS

EVM

FINANCE MATHEMATICS ACCOUNTANCY

BUSINESS STUDIESECONOMICS

GEOLOGY BIOLOGY CHEMISTRYPHYSICSMATHEMATICS

GEOGRAPHY


LAW HISTORY REPORT WRITING

ENGLISH

MANAGEMENTSTUDIES

BUSINESS STUDIESECONOMICSACCOUNTANCY

MATHEMATICS

PHARMACY/NURSINGPHYSIOTHERAPY

BIOLOGY CHEMISTRYPHYSICSMATHEMATICS

PSYCHOLOGY

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PEANY ONE SCIENCE

PSYCHOLOGYBIOLOGY


PSYCHOLOGY PSYCHOLOGYANY ONE SCIENCE

MATHEMATICS

POLITICS HISTORYSOCIOLOGY

SCHOOL COUNSELOR OR SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

PSYCHOLOGYBIOLOGYSOCIOLOGY

BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE ANALYSTS

MATHEMATICS COMPUTERS

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APPROXIMATE TUITION FEES FOR UK/EU APPLICANTS(THIS IS PER YEAR IN STERLING AND MAINLY FOR PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES)

• $0: Austria, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, Sweden

• $250 -700: France• $ 600 -$4000: Switzerland• $700-$1850: Portugal, Spain• $ 500-£3500: Belgium• $750-£2900: Italy• $800+: Czech Republic• $ 525: The Netherlands • $ 3000- 4000: Ireland ,China ,Malaysia• & South Korea• All the above are very rough figures but they

give some idea of the huge variation around the world

• $ 6000: USA (average, 2-yr college)• $ 7000: Japan• $ 8000+: S Africa• $ 8000 - $ 21000: Canada• $ 8000 +: Hong Kong• $ 8000 - 12000: England, NI, Scotland,

Wales• $ 10000 +: Singapore • $ 12000: N Zealand• $15000- 22000: Australia• $ 22000: USA (average, public uni)• $ 20000: UK (o’seas fees)• $ 32000: USA (average, private uni)

BUSINESS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

0452 ACCOUNTING• Candidates focus on the skills of recording, reporting, presenting and

interpreting financial information; these form an ideal foundation for further study, and for a future career within the profession.

Assessment

Paper 1 (Time : 1 hour 45 minutes)This is a structured question paper with 8–12

multiple choice questions and short-answer questions. 120 marks (Weightage:50% )

Paper 2 (Time : 1 hour 45 minutes )This is a structured question paper. There are usually 4 to 6 questions based on topics from the entire syllabus. 120 marks (Weightage : 50% )

CAREER PERSPECTIVES OF ACCOUNTINGFinance Controller/ ManagerChartered management accountantChartered public finance accountantCompany secretaryActuary Cost Accountant/Tax AccountantCredit Analysis Manager BookKeeper

0450 BUSINESS STUDIESCAMBRIDGE IGCSE BUSINESS STUDIESlearners will be able to: • Understand different forms of business organisations, the environments in which businesses operate • Understand business functions such as marketing,

operations and finance• Appreciate the role of people in business success. • Develop the ability to calculate and interpret business data

ASSESSMENT

Paper 1 - Time: 1 hour 30 minutesWritten examination consisting of four questions comprising of short answers and structured data responses.80 marks (Weightage :50%)

Paper 2 Time:1 hour 30 minutesWritten examination consisting of four questions based on a case study.80 marks (Weightage :50%)

CAREER PERSPECTIVE FOR BUSINESS STUDIESEntrepreneurs Trading Business – Import/ ExportCorporate investment bankerHuman resources officerInsurance underwriterManagement consultantOperational researcherRisk managerHuman resources officerMarketing executiveRetail managerSales executiveAdvertising Executives

0455 EconomicsCAMBRIDGE IGCSE ECONOMICS Candidates gain lifelong skills, including:• An understanding of economic theory, terminology and principles• The ability to apply the tools of economic analysis• The ability to distinguish between facts and value judgements in economic issues• An understanding of, and an ability to use, basic economic numeracy and literacy• The ability to take a greater part in decision-making processes in everyday life• An understanding of the economies of developed and developing nations• An excellent foundation for advanced study in economics. economics.

AssessmentPaper 1 Time : 45 minutes30 multiple choice questions.

Marks :30 Weightage : 30%

Paper 2 Time 2 hours 15 minutesCandidates answer one compulsory question,which requires them to interpret and analysepreviously unseen data relevant to a realeconomic situation, and three optionalquestions from a choice of six.Marks :90 Weightage : 70%

CAREER PERSPECTIVES OF ECONOMICS

Economist at various government planning agencies, international organisations like the IMF & World Bank

Economic Consultant at investment banks , commercial companies, think tanks and local authorities

Lecturer /Academician Journalist Retail Banker Tax Adviser Investment Analyst & Statistician Labour Relations Specialist Research Analyst Entrepreneur Purchasing Agent Agricultural Economist Demographer International Trade Specialist

0471 – Travel and Tourism

Cambridge IGCSE Travel and Tourism isdesigned to help meet the need for skilled individuals inthis rapidly diversifying industry. The objective of thesyllabus is to provide a broad introduction to the traveland tourism industry and related ancillary serviceindustries.

The syllabus develops practical skills across a range ofworking roles, as well as providing a global and localperspective on travel and tourism. Students gain anoverview of the industry, and learn about populardestinations, customer care, working procedures, traveland tourism products and services, and marketing andpromotion.

Assessment

Paper 1 Time :2 hours Core Paper- Short answer question paper 100 marks (Weightage :60% )

Paper 2 Time : 2 ½ hours Alternative to Coursework- Short answer question paper, based primarily on Unit 5 of the syllabus100 marks (Weightage :40% )

CAREER PERSPECTIVES OF TRAVEL AND TOURISM Holiday representative Tour manager Tourism officer Tourist information centre manager Travel agency manager Customer service manager Event organiser Hotel manager Marketing executive Outdoor activities/education manager

IGCSE English

Paper 2 Reading Passages2 hours 50 marks

Candidates answer three questions on twopassages.

This component is eligible for grades A–E and isworth 50% of the total marks.*

50%

Paper 3 Directed Writing and Composition

2 hours 50 marks

Candidates answer one question on a passage orpassages.

This component is eligible for grades A*–G and isworth 50% of the total marks.*

50%

ENGLISH AS A FIRST LANGUAGE – ENTRY REQUIREMENT – B+

Component 2 Reading and writing(Extended)Written paper2 hoursThere are seven tasks in the paper, testing a range of reading and writing skills.Candidates who take this component are eligible for grades A*–E.90 marks

Externally marked

70%

Component 4 Listening (Extended)Written paperApproximately 45 minutesCandidates listen to several short extracts and longer texts, and complete a range of task types, including short-answer questions, gap filling, matching, multiple choice and note taking.Candidates who take this component are eligible for grades A*–E.40 marks

Externally marked

30%

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

Component 1 Reading and writing(Core)Written paper1 hour 30 minutesThere are seven tasks in the paper, testing a range of reading and writing skills.Candidates who take this component are eligible for grades C–G.70 marks

Externally marked

70%

Component 3 Listening (Core)Written paperApproximately 30–40 minutesCandidates listen to several short extractsand longer texts, and complete a rangeof task types, including short-answer questions, gap filling, matching and multiple choice.Candidates who take this component are eligible for grades C–G.30 marks

Externally marked

30%

STRUCTURE VOCABULARY FLUENCY

10 10 10

TOTAL MARKS ‐ 30

IGCSE SPEAKING

Maths in Year 9

Extended and Core Curriculum

Both qualifications involve an exam at the end of year 11.

Some pupils may be selected to sit IGCSE Mathematics one year early taking the examinations in May/June of Year 10. In Year 11, these pupils will have the opportunity to study some AS Mathematics modules.

SCIENCE The course enable learners to appreciate that: Science is subject to social, economic, technological, ethical and cultural

influences and limitations The applications of science may be both beneficial and detrimental to the

individual, the community and the environment. PHYSICS CHEMISTRY BIOLOGY

CORE EXTENDED Weightage

Paper 1 (MCQ) Paper 2 (MCQ) 30%

Paper 3 ( StructuralQuestions)


50%

Paper 6 ( Alternative to Practical )


20%

IGCSE PHYSICS 0625

CAREER PERSPECTIVES OF PHYSICS Aerospace Engineer Astronomer Chemical Engineer College Professor Computer Engineering/Programmer Electrical Engineer Hydrologist Mechanical Engineer Physicist Pilot System developer Chemical Engineering Air traffic controller Industrial Engineering

IGCSE CHEMISTRY 0620

Pilot CORE EXTENDED Weightage

Paper 1 (MCQ)

Paper 2 (MCQ)

30%



50%



20%

CAREER PERSPECTIVES OF CHEMISTRYAnalytical ChemistChemical EngineerHealthcare Scientist, Clinical biochemistryForensic ScientistPharmacologistResearch Scientist (Physical sciences)ToxicologistIndustrial Engineering

IGCSE BIOLOGY 0610

CORE EXTENDED Weightage

Paper 1 (MCQ) Paper 2 (MCQ) 30%



50%



20%

CAREER PERSPECTIVES OF BIOLOGY 1.General Practice Doctor

2. Dentist

3.Genetic engineer

4.Biotechnology

Higher education lecturer Microbiologist Nature conservation officer Pharmacologist Research scientist (life sciences) Research scientist (medical) Secondary school teacher Soil scientist

ARABICFor Arab students :Arabic is compulsory for all Arabs Students.Students will study the ministry syllabus with lot of writing exercise to prepare them for Arabic IGCSE examination in year 11Exam for Year 10 will be set internally by Arabic Department.For Non Arab students :

Arabic is optional for all Non Arabs studentSome universities in UAE need Arabic grades of year 11 & 12 so you

need to check with your universities if you will need it in the future or not. Islamic (Arabs and Non Arabs):Islamic is compulsory for all Muslim students. For Arabs in Arabic and for Non Arabs Students in English till year 12.

CAREER PERSPECTIVES FOR ARABIC LANGUAGECivil Service Fast StreamerGovernment Social Research OfficerPolitician's AssistantPublic Affairs ConsultantPublic Affairs MangerPublic Relations Account ExecutiveSocial Researcher

Computer Science - 0417

Syllabus content At a Glance:Section 1Theory of Computer Science:1.1 Data representation1.1.1 Binary systems1.1.2 Hexadecimal1.1.3 Data storage1.2 Communication and Internet technologies1.2.1 Data transmission1.2.2 Security aspects1.2.3 Internet principles of operation1.3 Hardware and software

Syllabus Content At a Glance:Section 1Theory of Computer Science:1.3.1 Logic gates1.3.2 Computer architecture and the fetch execute cycle1.3.3 Input devices1.3.4 Output devices1.3.5 Memory, storage devices and media1.3.6 Operating systems1.3.7 High- and low-level languages and theirtranslators1.4 Security1.5 Ethics

Syllabus Content at a Glance:Section 2Practical Problem-solving and Programming2.1 Algorithm design and problem-solving2.1.1 Problem-solving and design2.1.2 Pseudocode and flowcharts2.2 Programming2.2.1 Programming concepts2.2.2 Data structures; arrays2.3 Databases

Assessment at a GlanceFor Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science, candidates take two components: Paper 1 and Paper 2.

Components • Paper 1 : Theory• Time :1 hour 45 minutes• Marks : 75 marks• Weighting : 60%• This written paper contains short-answer and structured questions. • All questions are compulsory.• No calculators are permitted in this paper.• Externally assessed.

Assessment at a glanceFor Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science, candidates take two components: Paper 1 and Paper 2.

Components • Paper 2 : Problem-solving and Programming• Time :1 hour 45 minutes• Marks : 50 marks• Weighting : 40%• This written paper contains short-answer and structured questions. • All questions are compulsory.• 20 of the marks for this paper are from questions set on the pre-

release material.• No calculators are permitted in this paper.• Externally assessed.

Cambridge IGCSEInformation and Communication Technology 0417

Paper 1

o Duration:2½ hourso Written paper testing sections 1–8 of the syllabus and

assessing the skills in Assessment objectiveo All questions compulsory: mostly multiple choice or

short answer questions, but also some requiring longer responses.

o 100 marks weighted at 40% of total

Paper 2o Duration:2½ hourso Practical test assessing knowledge, skills and

understanding o It may also assess some core knowledge and

understanding from sections 1–8 of the syllabus.o 80 marks weighted at 30% of total

PAPER 3o Duration:2½ hourso Practical test assessing knowledge, skills and

understanding.o 80 marks weighted at 30% of total

Curriculum Content(Theory)

The curriculum content is set out in eight interrelated sections. The sections are:1. Types and components of computer systems2. Input and output devices3. Storage devices and media4. Computer networks5. Data types6. The effects of using ICT7. The ways in which ICT is used8. Systems analysis and design

Assessment criteria for practical tests

Communication Document production Data manipulation IntegrationOutput data Data analysisWebsite authoring Presentation authoring

CAREER PERSPECTIVES OF ICT AND COMPUTER SCIENCE Website Developer Database Analyst Privacy Coordinator UX Designer Online Community Coordinator Web Marketing Manager Information Security Analyst Digital Strategist Staff Technologist IT Developer Application Support Specialist Information Analyst

• CLIENT SUPPORT

• GAMES DEVELOPMENT

• HELPDESK OPERATION

• MULTIMEDIA DEVELOPMENT (E.G. DVD, CD-ROM, FILM, TV)

• NETWORK ADMINISTRATION

• NETWORK ENGINEERING

• SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT/ENGINEERING

• SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN

• TECHNICAL SUPPORT

• TROUBLESHOOTING

WEB DEVELOPMENT.

HUMANITIES SUBJECTS

Cambridge IGCSE global perspectives is a multi-discipline subject that brings together topics from geography, history, economics, sociology etc.

The main objective of GP is to develop independent thinkers who can analyse situations and proposing

solutions to issues affecting us today.

Students will have opportunities to acquire and apply a range of skills, including:

Gathering, synthesising and communicating information

Collaborating with others to achieve a common outcome

Analysing and evaluating planning, processes and outcomes

Developing and justifying a line of reasoning

IGCSE Global Perspectives

Cambridge IGCSE global perspectives provides opportunities for enquiry into, and reflection on key global issues from a personal, local/national and global perspective.

Topics include:Poverty and inequality, Educational for all, Climate change, Conflict and peace, Belief systems, Fuels and energy,Climate change, etc.

What will you learn in GP?

AssessmentThree components:Paper 1- Individual research -40%Paper 2- Group research - 30%Paper 3 -Written paper - 1Hour 15 minutes - 30%

IGCSE Global Perspectives

Global perspectives equips students with research skills that are essential for their university. it helps to prepare

individuals for careers in:Researcher Non Government OrganisationsAnalyst Government Agencies/Civil ServiceJournalist etc EducationistPolitician Foreign Service/Diplomacy Lawyer Government contracting

Where will global perspectives take you?`

Aims• To develop a sense of place and

understanding – local, regional and global scale.

• To develop an awareness of the characteristics of human and physical environments.

• Develop key skills - Knowledge and

understanding; Analysis, Judgement and

decision making; Investigation -enquiry skills,

practical skills and presentation skills.

IGCSE Geography

• Topics include:• Population change • Settlements• plate tectonics• Weather and climate• Map skills• Field work• Landforms• Human impact on natural environment

etc.

What will you learn in IGCSE Geography?

Assessment:

Candidates will be entered for

three papers.

• Paper 1 worth 45%

• Paper 2 worth 27.5%

• Paper 4 worth 27.5%

IGCSE Geography Urban planner

DiplomatOperations managerFashion designerPark RangerPilotEcologistWeather forecasterAgriculturalistCartographerCommercial/residential surveyorEnvironmental consultantGeographical information systems officerPlanning and development surveyorSecondary school teacherTown planner

Where will Geography take you?

IGCSE - HISTORY

Learners studying Cambridge IGCSE history are given the opportunity to: develop an interest in and enthusiasm for learning about and

understanding the past

explore historical concepts such as cause and consequence, change and continuity, and similarity and

appreciate historical evidence and how to use it

gain a greater understanding of international issues and inter-relationships

learn how to present clear, logical arguments.

Assessment PAPER I 2 hours 40%

PAPER II 2 hours 33%

PAPER IV 1 hour 27% (alternative coursework)

CAREER PERSPECTIVES FOR HISTORYArchivistBiographer

District AttorneyEditor/JournalistForeign Service OfficerGenealogistHistorian.

Historian, dramatic artsHistoric Site SpecialistHistorical Society DirectorHistory ProfessorInvestment AnalystJudge/LawyerLibrarianMarket ResearcherParalegalPreservation/RestorationResearch Assistant, LegislatureResearch Worker, EncyclopediaTeacher, Secondary School History or Social StudiesTitle ExaminerUrban Planner

IGCSE SOCIOLOGY

Promote candidates’ awareness, knowledge and understanding of human societies

Develop candidates’ understanding of sociological methods, including the collection, analysis and

Stimulate awareness of the range and limitations of sociological theory and research

Promote candidates’ understanding of continuity and change in social life

Encourage a critical awareness of social, economic and political processes, and their effects

Aims:

What will you learn in sociology?Topics include:Research methodsCulture and socializationSocial stratification and inequalityPower and authority FamilyEducationCrime, deviance and social

controlMedia

ASSESSMENT:

Candidates sit for two papers:

PAPER 1: 2 hours 30 minutes 60% PAPER 2: 1 hour 45 minutes 40%

Where will Sociology take you?

Social research

Social welfare

Business

Public service

social work

Public administration

Criminal justice

Law

Human resource

Youth service

Counselling etc.

IGCSE – Environmental Management

Acquire knowledge of the functioning of the natural system which makes life possible on earth

An appreciation of the diverse influences of human activity on the natural system

Awareness of the need for management and human responsibility to keep the natural system healthy

Understanding of sustainable development and management.

Aims:

What will you learn in Environmental Management?

The four spheres of the earth’s environment -lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere.

Resources: how does the natural system work?

Development: how do people use natural resources?

Impact: how does development change the environment?

Management: how can the environment be developed sustainably?

IGCSE – Environmental Management

Paper 1: 1 hour 30 minutes - 30%



Assessment:

Where will Environmental Management take you?

IGCSE – Child Development

Develop an understanding of the relationships between currently accepted norms of development and

Develop an understanding of scientific method, including the collection, analysis and interpretation

Enhance their ability to apply their knowledge and understanding of child development to their own

Enables interaction with babies, parents and children; Develop an awareness of the cultures and constitutions of families

in a variety of communities; Develop an appreciation of the complexity of influences on the

developing child

Aims:

What you will learn in Child Development?

Growth and developmentPhysical development and health maintenanceSocial relationships and social developmentEmotional developmentCognitive development and learning through

playCommunity provisions

IGCSE Child Development

Paper 1 : Written- 2 Hours – 50%

Paper 2 : Coursework-Child development Study-

25%

Paper 3 : Coursework - Practical Investigation –

25%

Assessment:

Where will child development take you?

Pre-school/child careCommunity servicesSocial servicesMedical services/ Paediatrician GovernmentCommunicationsBusiness e.g. manufacture and sales of

baby stuff.Educational FieldPsychologist

IGCSE Art & Design

Art is the desire of a man to express himself, to record the reactions of his personality to the world he lives in.

Amy Lowell

Why choose Cambridge IGCSE ART and DESIGN?

• To experience and practice skills in developing and producing a range of art works and designs showing visual

• knowledge and understanding along with critical and cultural awareness.

• It encourages a range of skills, stimulates aesthetic awareness, knowledge and critical understanding of art, and provides opportunities for learners to develop a range of

• skills.

• Crucially, a personal and independent perspective is encouraged at all times.

Cambridge IGCSE Art and Design encourages learners to develop:

• An ability to record from direct observation and personal experience

• An ability to identify and solve problems in visual and/or other forms

•Confidence, enthusiasm and a sense of achievement in the practice of art and design

• Engagement and experimentation with a range of media, materials and techniques, including new media and technologies, where appropriate

• Experience of working in relevant frameworks and exploration of manipulative skills necessary to form, compose and communicate in two and/or three dimensions

• Knowledge of a working vocabulary relevant to the subject and an interest in, and a critical awareness of, other practitioners, environments and cultures

• Investigative, analytical, experimental, interpretative, practical, technical and expressive skills which aid effective and independent learning.

Assessment at a glanceAvailable options: Option C – Component 1 and Component 4

Component 1Broad-based assignment 100 marks Externally assessedSupporting studiesUnlimited preparatory period during which time candidates produce their supporting studies and theControlled testCandidates take an eight-hour test. 50%

Component 4Coursework assignment 100 marks Internally marked by teachers and externally moderatedSupporting portfolioCandidates produce a portfolio of up to four sheets (eight sides) of A2. and theFinal outcomeCandidates produce a final outcome in a chosen medium. 50%

Assessment objectives.AO1 Gathering, recording, research and investigation• investigate and research a variety of appropriate sources• record and analyse information from direct observation and/or other sources and personal experience.AO2 Exploration and development of ideas• explore a range of visual and/or other ideas by manipulating images• show a development of ideas through appropriate processes.AO3 Organisation and relationships of visual and/or other forms• organise and use visual and/or other forms effectively to express ideas• make informed aesthetic judgements by recognising the effect of relationships between visual and/or other forms.AO4 Selection and control of materials, media and processes• show exploration and experimentation with appropriate materials• select and control appropriate media and processes, demonstrating practical, technical and expressive skills and intentions.AO5 Personal vision and presentation• show personal vision and commitment through an interpretative and creative response• present an informed response through personal evaluation, reflection and critical thinking.

Careers in the ART World

Animator, Art Consultant, Art Director, Art Historian, Art Therapist, Artist, Arts Advocacy, Billboard Designer, Caricaturist, Children's Book Illustrator, Costume Designer, Creative Director, Digital Animator, Digital Artist, Fashion Designer, Fashion Illustrator, Film Director, Furniture Designer, Gallery Owner, Interior Design Consultant, Jewellery Designer, Magazine Designer, Multimedia Designer, Muralist, Photographer, Stylist, Television Director, Theatre Director, Theatre Manager, Visual Effects Artist, Web Designer.

WHY FRENCH ?• DO YOU FEEL LIKE TRAVELLING

DISCOVERING DIFFERENT CULTURES

• DO YOU THINK OF STUDYING IN A FRENCH SPEAKING COUNTRY?

• WOULD YOU LIKE TO APPLY FOR A CITIZENSHIP IN A FRENCH SPEAKING COUNTRY?

• DO YOU WANT TO HAVE AN ADVANTAGE OVER THE OTHER PROFESSIONALS OF YOUR SPECIALITY ?

IGCSE FRENCH

PAPER 1: LISTENING COMPREHENSIONPAPER 2 : READINGPAPER 3: SPEAKINGPAPER 4: WRITING

BONNE CHANCE !

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR FRENCH LANGUAGELive and Work in FranceTourismPublic Relations ManagerTravel Desk ManagerGuide to Doing Business in FranceThe Franco-British Chamber of Commerce and Industry YearbookProfessor in French LanguageEuropean Industrial ManagersWork in United States United States Direct Investment In FranceMultinationals: Bank Corporate Relationships

IGCSE PHYSICAL EDUCATION

IGCSE PE – COURSE DESCRIPTIONComponent 1 Component 2

Paper 1 1 hour 45 min Coursework Centre-based Assessment

Section A:Candidates answer short answer questions on each of the three units: Factors affecting performance, Health, safety and training, Reasons and opportunities for participation in physical activity.Section B:Candidates answer three structured questions, one from each of the three units they have studied.

Candidates choose to undertake four practical activities from at least two of the seven categories listed (50% of total marks). (For your practical marks, you have to be assessed in 3 different sports + Athletics). Candidates must show the ability to analyse and improve practical performance in one of their four chosen practical activities (10% of marks).

40% of total marks 60% of total marks

Career Opportunities for Physical Education ChiropractorPhysical TherapistOccupational TherapistAthletic TrainerPhysical Education TeacherFitness Specialist–Personal Trainer, Fitness DirectorRecreation WorkerDance Medicine and ScienceGeriatric Fitness SpecialistGerontologyCareers in GerontologyAthletic CoachDance EducatorExercise Science / Sports MedicineSports ManagementSports MedicineHealth Educator

THINGS TO FOCUS All upcoming tests , assignments to be taken very seriously Work hard to choose science subjects, extended Math

and first language You will have ongoing tests which will impact the

selection of core or extended in English , Math and science There should be minimum of 15 students in an option for

it to be viable

THANK YOU The Option booklet is now available on My Learning and the school

website. http://www.thewinchesterschool.com/contents.php?pageid=5448

&submenuid=6527&parentid=151 Please fill in the below mentioned forms and submit to the

respective form tutors by 22nd of March, 2016 Year 10 Options Form 2016-2017 - Mandatory for all students Academic and Behaviour Contract – Mandatory for all students Policy on Plagiarism and Cheating - Mandatory for all students Arabic Consent Form – Mandatory for all Arabs Please note that the Option Evening Presentation will be uploaded

on the school website Kindly fill the feedback form – THANK YOU

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