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Insworld Academic Guidebook March 2016

ACADEMIC GUIDE Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level (IAL)

Insworld Academic Guidebook March 2016

Table of Contents

Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 1

IAL Subjects and Course Code ....................................................................................................... 3

IAL Accounting ............................................................................................................................ 4

IAL Business Studies .................................................................................................................. 6

IAL Biology .................................................................................................................................. 9

IAL Chemistry ........................................................................................................................... 12

IAL Economics ........................................................................................................................... 15

IAL English Language ............................................................................................................... 19

IAL Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Pure Mathematics ......................................... 23

IAL History ................................................................................................................................ 27

IAL Physics ............................................................................................................................... 30

IAL Psychology .......................................................................................................................... 34

Award and Reporting ............................................................................................................... 36

IAL Qualification Grades .......................................................................................................... 37

Pearson Edexcel GCE A Level: Arts & Design .............................................................................. 38

Pearson Edexcel GCE A Level: Chinese ....................................................................................... 44

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International Advanced Level

The international version of A levels, Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Levels have been written to the highest standard, with the global learner in mind, and are recognised by universities across the world.

What are International Advanced Levels?

Edexcel International AS and Advanced Level qualifications are Pearson-regulated qualifications designed with the global learner in mind. They were introduced in 2013 as international alternatives to the Ofqual-regulated AS and A levels offered in the UK.

They differ from A levels in that they have a flexible, modular structure, but they maintain the rigorous standards of all Edexcel qualifications. All subjects (except Law) offer January and June examination windows, giving students more options when applying to local and international universities.

Other key features of Edexcel International Advanced Levels:

Specifications can be delivered in an international context to fully equip the international learner

100% external assessment with no coursework Provide progression from Level 2 qualifications, including Edexcel GCSE,

International GCSE and BTEC Level 2 qualifications Provide progression to universities, further education and employment.

The Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level (IAL) Programme at Insworld is an intensive programme that is usually taught over 18-24 months and divided into six terms. However, the duration can vary depending on the student's entry qualifications.

What are International AS qualifications?

Edexcel International AS (Advanced Subsidiary) qualifications are offered in the same subjects but contain half the content of an Edexcel International Advanced Level. Learners can either study AS as a stand-alone qualification or as a stage towards completing an International Advanced Level, allowing them to study a broader range of subjects before deciding which ones to take forward.

What are International Advanced Levels worth?

According to independent benchmarking by UK NARIC, the UK’s national agency for providing information, advice and expert opinion on qualifications worldwide, Edexcel International Advanced Levels ‘can be considered comparable to the overall GCE A level standard’ offered in the UK.


Who Is It For? The IAL programme is for students who have completed their International GCSE programme at Insworld, or elsewhere, or have completed High School in their home country. Students should preferably be 16 years old and seriously interested in preparing for entry into university. It is open to expatriate families residing in, or planning to move to Singapore, Singapore nationals and Permanent residents and to overseas students who meet the criteria for obtaining a Student’s Pass. What Will You Study? Depending on your future plans and the subject you wish to study at university you will take either three or four subjects. Any combination of subjects is possible but you will be carefully advised which subjects are necessary if you want to study for a professional degree at university such as Law, Medicine or Engineering. Academic Progression The Pearson Edexcel IAL is a recognized pathway to top universities worldwide. Pearson Edexcel IAL are not just accepted by universities in the UK but by many universities worldwide. Entry Requirements In addition to having completed either, the IAL Programme or High School in your own country you must fulfill our English Language entry requirement. Insworld recognizes two English Language tests, TOEFL and IELTS. To enter the IAL programme you must have a minimum of 185 in TOEFL or 5.0 in IELTS. As an alternative you can take the Insworld English Language Entry test. Students who does not meet the English Proficiency may consider taking the English for Academic Study at Insworld. Average Teacher Student Ratio: 1:12 Enrolment Period There are 4 intakes per year in January, March, July and September.


IAL Subjects

Course Code

Examination Course Code AS Level A Level

Accounting XAC01 YAC01 Unit 1 Unit 2

WACO1 WACO2

Biology XB101 YB101 Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4 Unit 5 Unit 6

WB101 WB102 WB103 WB104 WB105 WB106

Business Studies XBS01 YBS01 Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4

WBSO1 WBSO2 WBSO3 WBSO4

Chemistry XCH01 YCH01 Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4 Unit 5 Unit 6

WCH01 WCH02 WCH03 WCH04 WCH05 WCH06

Economics XEC01 YEC01 Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4

WEC01 WEC02 WEC03 WEC04

English Language XEN01 YEN01 Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4

WEN01 WEN02 WEN03 WEN04

History XH101 YH101 Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4

WH101 WH102 WH103 WH104

Physics XPH01 YPH01 Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4 Unit 5 Unit 6

WPH01 WPH02 WPH03 WPH04 WPH05 WPH06

Psychology XPS01 YPS501 Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4

WPS01 WPS02 WPS03 WPS04

Mathematics Further Mathematics Pure Mathematics

XMA01 XFM01 XPM01

YMA01 YFM01 YPM01

Please refer to course description



ACCOUNTING To develop an understanding of basic accounting techniques and the application of those techniques, as well as the ability to compile accounting reports for use in decision making. Unit 1: WAC01 The Accounting System and Costing Students will be assessed on their knowledge, understanding and skills of accounting systems and costing. The unit is divided into six topics:

1. Principles of accounting and double entry book-keeping 2. Control procedures 3. Financial statements of organisations 4. Introduction to costing 5. Analysis of accounting statements 6. Social and ethical accounting.

Unit 2: WAC02 Corporate and Management Accounting Students will be assessed on their knowledge and understanding of and skills in corporate and management accounting. The unit is divided into nine topics:

1. Limited companies 2. Investment ratios 3. Statement of cash flows 4. Budgeting 5. Standard costing 6. Project appraisal 7. Break-even analysis 8. Marginal costing and absorption costing 9. Information and communication technology (ICT) in accounting.


Learning Outcome: The aims of the International Advanced Level qualifications in Accounting enables students to:

Demonstrate knowledge of accounting procedures and techniques and an understanding of the principles and concepts upon which they are based

Select and apply knowledge and understanding of accounting procedures, techniques, concepts and principles to a variety of accounting situations.

Present accounting information in an appropriate Format

Analyse financial information, interpret financial data and information and communicate reasoning, showing understanding

Evaluate financial and non-financial evidence and make informed recommendations and decisions

Students may develop:

An understanding of the importance of effective accounting information systems and an awareness of their limitations through a critical consideration of current financial issues and modern business practices

An understanding of the purposes, principles, concepts and techniques of accounting

The transferable skills of numeracy, communication, ICT, application, presentation, interpretation, analysis and evaluation in an accounting context

An appreciation of the effects of economic, legal, ethical, social, environmental and technological influences on accounting decisions

A capacity for methodical and critical thought which would serve as an end in itself, as well as a basis for further study of accounting and other subjects.

What could students go on to? The course develops problem-solving skills and helps develop an appreciation of core business functions. As such, it serves as a useful foundation for any management or business course at higher education as well an invaluable basis from which to further one’s study of accounting. Pearson Edexcel IAL Examinations Code for Accounting: Advanced Subsidiary Level: XAC01 Advanced Level: YAC01 Unit 1 WAC01 – The Accounting System and Costing Unit 2 WAC02 – Corporate and Management Accounting



BUSINESS STUDIES An IAL in Business Studies will give students enhanced career choice and progression opportunities. The specification may be co-taught by two or more teachers. Guidance will be given within the specification on possible ways of teaching topic areas. A variety of assessment techniques will be used – supported multiple-choice questions, data-response questions, case studies and a decision-making report. The qualification is built around a core unit with an enterprise theme, to enable students to think of a new business idea and how they might research and develop it. Students will think about how their learning applies to their own business idea. The qualification will introduce students to international business, equipping them either to work in or to manage a business in an international context. Unit 1: WBS01 Business Enterprise This unit provides an introduction to business practice, the importance of the market and

how businesses interact with customers and competitors. Students will learn about the

role of the entrepreneur, market research techniques, the importance and use of

finance, break-even analysis and how to measure and analyse business performance.

They will also consider how the wider economic environment and stakeholders may

affect businesses, large and small.

Entrepreneurship

Researching a Business Opportunity

Supply and Demand

Finance

Measuring Business Performance

The wider Business Environment

Unit 2: WBS02 Business Structures and Processes This unit covers the key functional areas of a business. Students will develop their

understanding of how businesses relate to their customers and analyse change in their

markets. The unit introduces students to business operations and develops their

understanding of finance and why businesses may fail. Students will also consider how

businesses manage their people effectively.


Marketing

Managing Operatings

Managing Finance

Managing People

Unit 3: WBS03 Strategic Business Decisions This unit develops the content of Unit 2 and examines the competitiveness of businesses

through performance and non-performance indicators. Students will analyse corporate

objectives and strategy on the basis of these indicators and on external influences to

businesses. Students will assess the causes and effects of change on businesses and

examine how companies can manage risk and grow effectively.

Corporate Objectives and Strategy

Making Strategic and Tactical Decisions

Assessing Competitiveness

Company Growth

Unit 4: WBS04 Business in a Global Context This synoptic unit focuses on the world of international business, and considers change

and growth in global economies. Students will examine the different factors businesses

have to consider when operating in a global market. Students will also assess the impact

of multinational corporations on the global economy.

International Markets

Changing Global Economy

Business Location

Other Considerations before Trading Internationally

Global Marketing

Multinational Corporations (MNCs)


Learning Outcome:

The aims of the International Advanced Level qualifications in Business Studies are to enable students to:

develop an interest in and enthusiasm for the study of business

gain a holistic understanding of business

develop a critical understanding of organisations and their ability to meet society’s needs and wants

understand that business behaviour can be studied from a range of perspectives

generate relevant solutions to business problems and issues

be aware of the ethical dilemmas and responsibilities faced by organisations and individuals

acquire a range of relevant business and generic skills, including decision making, problem solving, the challenging of assumptions and the quantification and management of information.

These IAL qualifications in Business Studies require students to:

investigate different types of businesses that develop and sell products and/or services in a local, national or international marketplace. At IA2 level, students will study the ways in which companies make decisions, and grow and operate in the global market place

be able to analyse numerical information and understand how it assists the decision-making process of a business

understand how a business is managed, how its performance is analysed and

how it could trade internationally

use both qualitative and quantitative methods to make justifiable decisions.

Pearson Edexcel IAL Examinations Code for Business Studies: Advanced Subsidiary Level: XBS01 Advanced Level: YBS01

Unit 1 WBS01 – Business Enterprise Unit 2 WBS02 – Business Structures and Processes Unit 3 WBS03 – Strategic Business Decisions Unit 4 WBS04 – Business in a Global Context



BIOLOGY Develop understanding of biological facts, expertise in practical work, study living organisms and appreciate the importance of biology in the new millennium. Unit 1: WB101 Lifestyle, Transport, Genes and Health

structure and function of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins; enzyme action Plant

structure and properties of cell membranes; passive and active transport

structure and role of DNA and RNA

replication; protein synthesis

monohybrid inheritance

gene mutations

principles of gene therapy; social and ethical issues

Assessment:

This unit is assessed by means of a written examination paper, which lasts 1 hour 15

minutes

Unit 2: WB102 Development, Plants and the Environment

cell structure and ultrastructure of eukaryote and prokaryote cells: cell specialisation

the role of meiosis

genotype and environmental influence

stem cell research and its implications

biodiversity, adaptations and natural selection

principles of taxonomy

plant cell structure

transport of water in plants

uses of plant products

Assessment:

This unit is assessed by means of a written examination paper, which lasts 1 hour

Unit 3B: WB103 Practical Biology and Research Skills Students are expected to develop experimental skills, and a knowledge and

understanding and experimental techniques, by carrying out a range of practical

experiments and investigations covered in Units 1 and 2.


This unit will assess students’ knowledge and understanding of experimental procedures

and techniques that were developed when they did those experiments.

Students should do a variety of practical work during the AS course to develop their

practical skills. This should help them to gain an understanding and knowledge of the

practical techniques that are used in experimental work.

Unit 4: WB104

The Natural Environment and Species Survival

photosynthesis; energy transfer within ecosystems

evidence for global warming

evolution through natural selection and speciation

nutrient recycling

DNA profiling and PCR

structure of bacteria and viruses

infectious diseases (e.g. AIDs and TB) and immunology Unit 5: WB105 Energy, Exercise and Coordination

ATP, glycolysis, anaerobic/aerobic respiration

Control and functioning of heart; ventilation and cardiac output

Homeostasis

The nervous system

Impact of exercise on body, and improving performance

Hormonal coordination

Brain structure and development

Imbalances in brain chemicals

Human genome project Unit 6: WB106 Practical Biology and Investigative Skills Students are expected to develop a wide knowledge and understanding of experimental procedures and techniques throughout the whole of their Advanced Level course. They are expected to become aware of how these techniques might be used to investigate interesting biological questions. This unit will assess students’ knowledge and understanding of experimental procedures and techniques and their ability to plan whole investigations, analyse data and to evaluate their results and experimental methodology.


Students should undertake a variety of practical work and investigations during the AS and A2 course to develop their practical skills and extend their knowledge of useful procedures and techniques. Learning Outcome:

The aims of the IAL in Biology enable students to:

develop their interest in, and enthusiasm for, biology including developing an interest in further study and careers in the subject

appreciate how society makes decisions about biology-related issues and how biology contributes to the success of the economy and society

develop and demonstrate a deeper appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of How Science Works

develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of biology and how they relate to each other.

The IAL qualifications in Biology require students to:

recognise, recall and show understanding of scientific knowledge

select, organise and communicate relevant information in a variety of forms

analyse and evaluate scientific knowledge and processes

apply scientific knowledge and processes to unfamiliar situations

assess the validity, reliability and credibility of scientific information. What could I go on to? The course provides an excellent foundation for study of a wide range of sciences including biology, environmental science, life sciences, medicine, nursing, dentistry, psychology and pharmacy. Pearson Edexcel IAL Examinations Code for Biology: Advanced Subsidiary Level: XB101 Advanced Level: YB101

Unit 1 WB101 – Lifestyle, Transport, Genes & Health Unit 2 WB102 – Development, Plants and the Environment Unit 3 WB103 – Practical Biology and Research Skills (Written Alternative Paper) Unit 4 WB104 – The Natural Environment and Species Survival Unit 5 WB105 – Energy, Exercise and Co-ordination Unit6 WB106 – Practical Biology and Investigative Skills (Written Alternative Paper)



CHEMISTRY Unit 1: WCH01 The Core Principles of Chemistry This unit provides opportunities for students to develop the basic chemical skills of formulae writing, equation writing and calculating chemical quantities. The study of energetic in chemistry is of theoretical and practical importance. In this unit students learn to define measure and calculate enthalpy changes. They will see how a study of enthalpy changes can help chemists to understand chemical bonding. The study of atomic structure introduces s, p, and d orbitals and shows how a more detailed understanding of electron configurations can account for the arrangement of elements in the periodic table. The unit introduces the three types of strong chemical bonding (ionic, covalent and metallic). Organic chemistry is also introduced with students studying alkanes and alkenes.

Fundamental Concepts

Formulae, equation, mole

Energetics

Atomic structure and the periodic table

Bonding

Introductory organic chemistry Unit 2: WCH02 Application of Core Principles of Chemistry This unit develops the treatment of chemical bonding by introducing intermediate types of bonding and by exploring the nature and effects of intermolecular forces. Study of the periodic table is extended to cover the chemistry of groups 2 and 7. Ideas about redox reactions are applied, in particular, to the reactions of halogens and their compounds. The unit develops a largely qualitative understanding of the ways in which chemists can control the rate, direction and extent of chemical change. Organic chemistry in this unit covers alcohols and halogen alkanes. The treatment is extended to explore the mechanisms of selected examples. Students have to use formulae and balance equations and have an understanding of chemical quantities. Aspects of green chemistry and climate change are also studied.

Shapes of molecules and ions, Intermediate bonding and bond polarity

Redox

The periodic table- group 2 and 7

Introduction to kinetics

Introduction to chemical equilibria

Further organic chemistry

Mass spectra, infrared spectra

Green chemistry


Unit 3: WCH03 Chemistry Laboratory I (Written Alternative Paper)

Assessment of experimental skills

Laboratory chemistry Unit 4: WCH04 General Principles of Chemistry I

Rates

Entropy

Equilibria

Applications of rates and equilibrium

Acid-based equilibria

Further organic chemistry

Spectroscopy and chromatography Unit 5: WCH05 General Principles of Chemistry II

Electrochemistry and redox equilibria

Transition metals

Organic chemistry-Arenes and nitrogen compounds

Organic analysis and synthesis Unit 6: WCH06 Chemistry Laboratory II (Written Alternative Paper)

Assessment of experimental skills II

Synoptic assessment Learning Outcome: The aims of the IAL in Chemistry enable students to develop:

an interest in, and enthusiasm, for chemistry including developing an interest in further study and careers in chemistry

an appreciation of how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society

a deeper understanding of the skills, knowledge and understanding of How Science Works

essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other.


The IAL qualifications in Chemistry require students to:

recognise, recall and show understanding of scientific knowledge

select, organise and communicate relevant information in a variety of forms

analyse and evaluate scientific knowledge and processes


assess the validity, reliability and credibility of scientific information. What could I go on to? The course provides an essential foundation for study of chemistry, chemical engineering medicine, nursing, pharmacy, life sciences and environmental sciences. As a pure science it is valued by employers and universities alike and particularly demonstrates a high level of practical skill. Pearson Edexcel IAL Examinations Code for Chemistry: Advanced Subsidiary Level: XCH01 Advanced Level: YCH01

Unit 1 WCH01 – The Core Principles of Chemistry Unit 2 WCH02 – Application of Core Principles of Chemistry Unit 3 WCH03 – Chemistry Laboratory Skills 1 (Written Alternative Paper) Unit 4 WCH04 – General Principles of Chemistry I: Rates Equilibrium and Further Organic Chemistry Unit 5 WCH05 – General Principles of Chemistry II: Transition Metals and Organic Nitrogen Chemistry Unit 6 WCH06 – Chemistry Laboratory Skills II (Written Alternative Paper)



ECONOMICS Economics Advanced Level covers the managing of economies, the study of markets, development and the global economy. Unit 1: WEC01 Markets in Action This unit gives an introduction to the nature of economics and examines how the price mechanism allocates resources in local, national and global markets. Students will learn to apply supply and demand analysis to real-world situations, and will be able to suggest reasons for consumer behaviour. They will analyse the nature and causes of market failure and also understand the strengths and weaknesses of possible policy remedies

Resources and scarcity

Economy of production

The abandonment of central planning in economies

The benefits of international trade

Failure of free markets to operate efficiently

The implications of having only one supplier of a product or service

Economics and questions of environmental pollution

Governments and their competition policies. Unit 2: WEC02 Macro Economics Performance and Policy This unit introduces the key measures of economic performance and the main objectives and instruments of economic policy in an international context. Students will learn how to use a basic AD/AS model to analyse changes in real output and the price level. Students will look at when demand and/or supply side policies may be appropriate ways of improving an economy’s performance; consider these policies in an historical context; predict the possible impact of such policies and recognise the assumptions involved. Students should understand different approaches that may be used by policy makers to address macroeconomic problems and to identify criteria for success.

The rate of inflation; growth rate differences between rich and poor countries

Governments and their policy objectives

Measures of unemployment


Unit 3: WEC03 Business Behaviour This unit develops the content of Unit 1 and examines how pricing and the nature of competition between firms is affected by the number and size of market participants. At the end of this unit, students should be able to analyse and evaluate the pricing and output decisions of firms in different contexts and understand the role of competition in business decision making. They should also be capable of making an appraisal of government intervention aimed at promoting competitive markets.

The importance of multi-national corporations

Pricing policies

Issues between governments and very large companies

Regulation of activities of suppliers of some goods and services

Unit 4: WEC04 Developments in the Global Economy This unit develops the knowledge and skills gained in Unit 2. The application, analysis and evaluation of economic models is required as well as an ability to assess policies that might be used to deal with economic problems. An awareness of trends and developments in the global economy over the last 40 years, including contemporary issues, is required. Wider reading and research will enable students to use up-to-date and relevant examples in their analysis and evaluation of issues and developments in the global economy.

Globalisation

The role of the WTO

Changing international competitiveness

Exchange rate systems

The European Union

Unemployment, inflation, fiscal and monetary policies Learning Outcome: The aims of the IAL in Economics are to enable students to:

develop an interest in and enthusiasm for the study of economics

appreciate the contribution of economics to the understanding of the wider

economic and social environment

develop an understanding of a range of concepts and an ability to use these

concepts in a variety of national and international contexts

use an enquiring, critical and thoughtful approach to the study of economics and to think as economists

develop the skills, qualities and attitudes that will prepare them for the challenges, opportunities and responsibilities of adult and working life.


These IAL qualifications in Economics require students to:

develop an understanding of economic concepts and theories through critical

consideration of current economic issues, problems and instructions that affect

everyday life

analyse, explain and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the market

economy and the role of government within it

develop a critical approach to economic models and methods of enquiry. Learning Outcome: The IAL in Economics enable students to:

understand and use simple microeconomic and macroeconomic models.

Microeconomic models are covered in Unit 1 where students will look at the working of the market mechanism in relation to particular markets. These could include goods and services, labour and capital markets.

understand and use macroeconomic models. These models are covered in Unit 2 where students will study the main macroeconomic policy objectives and instruments in an international context. They should be able to predict the possible impact of policies and to recognise the assumptions involved.

understand the basic assumptions of the supply and demand model in Unit 1, and understand the impact of macroeconomic supply-side and/or demand side policies on an economy in Unit 2.

develop an understanding of the range of ways in which markets may fail and implications of market failure for individuals, firms and governments in Unit 1.

use and evaluate more complex models involving more variables, ie: pricing and output decisions under different market structures in Unit 3

apply models to a wider range of contexts, ie: to consider the causes and consequences of inequality in developed and developing countries in Unit 4

apply and evaluate economic models as represented in written, numerical and graphical form. Ie: in Unit 3 students will need to draw a cost curve and explain its shape in terms of diminishing marginal returns and economies of scale

propose possible solutions to problems, ie: in Unit 4, students have to apply concepts and theories which may be appropriate to promote growth and development in a particular economy

understand the relationships and linkages that underpin macroeconomic models. Ie: in Unit 4 students need to understand global factors that influence a country’s exchange rate predict the possible impact of policy changes on local, national and international economies. Ie: in Unit 4 students will need to look at the AD/AS model in analysing and evaluating the use of policies to achieve economic objectives

evaluate the effectiveness of government policies across a range of contexts. Ie: in Unit 3 students have to examine government policy to increase international competitiveness and how this may affect particular national industries.

select, interpret and evaluate different types of data from multiple sources. Ie: in Unit 4 students have to identify constraints on growth and development in different economies and reasons for their different growth rates over time.


What could I go on to? The skills of collecting and analysing economic information, enhanced written communication, problem-solving and evaluation are in great demand. Economics combines well with a range of social science and humanities subjects, leading to university courses in such areas as law, business, accounting, politics and, of course, economics. Pearson Edexcel IAL Examinations Code for Economics: Advanced Subsidiary Level: XEC01 Advanced Level: YEC01

Unit 1 WEC01 – Markets in Action Unit 2 WEC02 – Macro Economics Performance and Policy Unit 3 WEC03 – Business Behaviour Unit 4 WEC04 – Developments in the Global Economy


International Advanced Level ENGLISH LANGUAGE Unit 1: WEN01 Language, Context and Identity This unit introduces students to how language is used in data from a range of sources. Students will explore how the contexts of production and reception affect language choices in spoken and written language. Students will also explore how writers and speakers present themselves to their audiences, constructing identities through their language choices. They will also demonstrate their understanding by creating a new text. By concentrating on what language does and how it varies to perform different functions, teaching can build on students’ prior knowledge from GCSE and International GCSE English Language, and on their experience as language users. Students will study:

- the range of contexts in which language is produced and received - how the contexts of production and reception affect language choices - how writers/speakers present themselves to their audience in a variety of

modes - how writers/speakers choose language to reflect and construct their identity or

identities - how writers create texts for different forms, purposes, audiences, and contexts.

Unit 2: WEN02 Language in Transition This unit introduces students to the ways in which languages change, with a focus on English in a global context. They will also explore and critically evaluate how language varies over time. Students will study:

- the influence of other languages on the development of English - pidgins and creoles - the development of English outside the British Isles.

Students will explore the ways in which languages change, with a focus on English in a global context. Students will need to know about the mechanisms of language change but they will not need to study the historical development of English.


Unit 3: WEN03 Crafting Language (Writing) In this unit students will demonstrate their skills as writers, crafting texts for different genre, audience, purpose and context. They will also reflect on their work in an accompanying commentary, making connections with their study of a range of specified writing genres and styles. Students will explore a range of specified writing genres and appropriate style models. They will demonstrate their skills as writers in re-creating texts for different genres, contexts, purposes and audiences. They will reflect on the writing process in an analytical commentary. The genres selected for study are:

- feature articles - journalist interviews - speeches - travel writing - biography - reviews

The source texts will be taken from a wide range of genres, and not only from those listed above. Students will explore:

- distinctive features of the selected genres - texts that exemplify key features of the genres and the effect of language

choices - discourse strategies for different contexts

Students will:

- study a range of specified writing genres and appropriate style models - demonstrate their skills as writers in re-creating texts for different context,

purpose and audience. Unit 4: WEN04 Investigating Language In this unit, students will have the opportunity to develop their research skills. They will consolidate their knowledge of language frameworks and key language concepts gained from Units 1, 2 and 3.


Students will apply these skills to one topic area from a choice of: - Global English - Child Language Development - Language and Power - Language and Technology.

A subtopic for each of the specified topics will be pre-released to provide a focus for students’ research and prepare them for external assessment. Global English This topic will explore aspects of varieties of global English, including those from outside the UK, such as Ireland, the Americas and the Caribbean, the Pacific and Australasia, Africa, South and South East Asia. Child Language Development This topic will explore the development of spoken and written English as a first language between the ages of 0 and 8. The unit will cover the ways in which speech develops across the language levels and theories relevant to the acquisition of English as a first language. It will also include the relationship between spoken language acquisition and the literacy skills children are taught, including the beginnings of learning to write and theories relevant to the development of literacy. Language and Power This topic will explore the way language use in society can create and enforce power relationships. Students will explore aspects such as instrumental and influential power, political discourse, discourses in unequal power relationships, persuasion, prestige and politeness. Language and Technology This topic will explore the ways in which technological developments have influenced the English language over time. The topic will cover the introduction of the printing press, the influences of scientific discovery, the development of electronic forms of communication, visual English and English in cyberspace. Students will select one research focus from four topic areas:

- Contemporary Global English - Children’s Language Development - Language and Power - Language and Technology


Students will: - develop their research and investigation skills - undertake a focused investigation of their selected topic - apply their knowledge of language levels and key language concepts developed

through the whole course - develop a personal language specialism.

Learning Outcome: The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to:

develop and apply their understanding of the concepts and methods appropriate

for the analysis and study of language

explore data and examples of language in use

engage creatively and critically with a varied programme for the study of English

develop their skills as producers and interpreters of language

independently investigate language in use. Pearson Edexcel IAL Examinations Code for English Language: Advanced Subsidiary Level: XEN01 Advanced Level: YEN01 Unit 1 WEN01 – Language Today Unit 2 WEN02 – Exploring the Writing Process -- Coursework Unit 3 WEN03 – English Language Diversity and Children’s Language Development Unit 4 WEN04 – English Language Investigation and Presentation -- Coursework


International Advanced Level MATHEMATICS, FURTHER MATHEMATICS AND PURE MATHEMATICS Advanced Level Mathematics is a much sought-after qualification for entry to a wide variety of full-time courses in higher education. There are also many areas of employment that see it as an important qualification and it is often a requirement fort the vocational qualifications related to these areas. Students may study a variety of units, following pathways to their desired qualification. The following table shows the combinations of units required to achieve the desired Advanced level qualification in Mathematics:

Qualification Compulsory Units Optional Units

IAL Mathematics C12, C34 M1 and S1 or M1 and D1 or S1 and D1 or S1 and S2 or M1 and M2

GCE Further Mathematics F1 and either F2 or F3 Any *

GCE Pure Mathematics WMA01, WMA02and F1 F2 or F3

For GCE Further Mathematics, excluded units are C1/2, C3/4 Note: Please check with the school on the units offered at the time of your enrolment. Core Mathematics

Unit Summary of unit content

C12

Algebra and functions; coordinate geometry in the (x, y) plane;

sequences and series; exponentials and logarithms; trigonometry;

differentiation; integration

C34

Algebra and functions; coordinate geometry in the (x, y) plane; sequences and series; exponentials and logarithms; trigonometry; differentiation; integration


Further Pure Mathematics


F1 Complex numbers; roots of quadratic equations; numerical solution of equations; coordinate systems; matrix algebra; transformations using matrices; series; proof

F2 Inequalities; series; further complex numbers; first order differential equations; second order differential equations; Maclaurin and Taylor series; Polar coordinates.

F3 Hyperbolic functions; further coordinate systems; differentiation; integration; vectors; further matrix algebra

Mechanics


M1 Mathematical models in mechanics; vectors in mechanics; kinematics of a particle moving in a straight line; dynamics of a particle moving in a straight line or plane; statics of a particle; moments.

M2 Kinematics of a particle moving in a straight line or plane; centres of mass; work, energy and power; collisions; statics of rigid bodies.

M3 Further kinematics; elastic strings and springs; further dynamics; motion in a circle; statics of rigid bodies.

Statistics


S1 Mathematical models in probability and statistics; representation and summary of data; probability; correlation and regression; discrete random variables; discrete distributions; the Normal distribution.

S2 The Binomial and Poisson distributions; continuous random variables; continuous distributions; samples; hypothesis tests.

S3 Combinations of random variables; sampling; estimation, confidence intervals and tests; goodness of fit and contingency tables; regression and correlation.

Decision Mathematics


D1 Algorithms; algorithms on graphs; the route inspection problem; critical path analysis; linear programming; matchings.


Learning Outcome The 12 units have been designed for schools and colleges to produce courses which will encourage students to:

develop their understanding of mathematics and mathematical processes in a way that promotes confidence and fosters enjoyment

develop abilities to reason logically and recognise incorrect reasoning, to generalise and to construct mathematical proofs „ extend their range of mathematical skills and techniques and use them in more difficult, unstructured problems

develop an understanding of coherence and progression in mathematics and of how different areas of mathematics can be connected

recognise how a situation may be represented mathematically and understand the relationship between ‘real-world’ problems and mathematical models and how these can be refined and improved „ use mathematics as an effective means of communication

read and comprehend mathematical arguments and articles concerning applications of mathematics

acquire the skills needed to use technology such as calculators and computers effectively, recognise when such use may be inappropriate and be aware of limitations

develop an awareness of the relevance of mathematics to other fields of study, to the world of work and to society in general

take increasing responsibility for their own learning and the evaluation of their own mathematical development

Pearson Edexcel IAL Examinations Code for Mathematics: Advanced Subsidiary Level: XMA01 Advanced Level: YMA01

Further Mathematics: Advanced Subsidiary Level: XFM01 Advanced Level: YFM01 Pure Mathematics: Advanced Subsidiary Level: XPM01 Advanced Level: YPM01


Unit Title Unit Code Unit Title Unit Code

Core Mathematics 12 WMA01 Mechanics 1 WME01

Core Mathematics 34 WMA02 Mechanics 2 WME02

Further Pure Mathematics 1 WFM01 Mechanics 3 WME03

Further Pure Mathematics 2 WFM02 Statistics 1 WST01

Further Pure Mathematics 3 WFM03 Statistics 2 WST02

Decision Mathematics 1 WDM01 Statistics 3 WST03



HISTORY Evaluate and analyze historical evidence. Study elements of history of various countries. Develop research and writing skills. Unit 1: WHI01 Depth Study and Interpretations Option 1C: Germany, 1918–45 IAL compulsory unit Externally assessed This option comprises a study in depth of the momentous years in Germany between the end of the First World War and the end of the Second World War. These events had a devastating effect on twentieth-century Europe and throughout the modern world. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of revolutionary change in Germany in 1918–19, the emergence of a functioning democracy and its transformation into a repressive tyranny, which was to threaten the peace of the world and cause misery to millions. This option is forbidden in combination with Unit 3C: Germany, 1870–1990: United, Divided and Reunited.

The Democratic Experiment (1918-1929)

The Rise of the Nazis (1919-1933)

Nazi Germany (1933-1939)

Germany Way (1939-1945) Unit 2: Breadth Study with Source Evaluation Option 2A: India, 1857–1948: The Raj to Partition IAL compulsory unit Externally assessed This option comprises a study in breadth of the transition of the Indian sub-continent from a colony to independence. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of the changing relationship between Britain and India from the outbreak of the Indian mutiny to the achievement of independence for the Indian subcontinent, and of the reasons for this, with particular reference to Indian nationalism.

The British Raj: The Government of India (1857-1948)

The Economics of Empire (1957-1948)

Resistance to British Rule (1957-1948)

Military Power and Its limits (1857-1948)


Unit 3: WHI03 Thematic Study with Source Evaluation Option 3D : Civil Rights and Race Relations in the USA, 1865–2009 IA2 compulsory unit Externally assessed This option explores developments that have shaped contemporary America and remain a fundamental issue in US society: the changing pattern of race relations between black and white Americans over a period that began with millions of black Americans in slavery and ended with Barack Obama as President. The five key topics are linked by certain key themes, namely:

1. The role of Congress, the presidency and the Supreme Court, in changing race relations

2. The pressure groups and individuals campaigning for enhanced civil rights 3. The forces resisting enhanced civil rights 4. The changing economic and educational opportunities for black Americans 5. The changing pattern of settlement and housing for black Americans.

Free at Last (1865-1877)

The Triumph of Jim Crow (1883-1900)

Roosevelt and race relations (1933-1945)

I have a dream (1954-1968)

Race Relations and Obama’s Campaign for the Presidency (2000-2009) Unit 4: WHI04 International Study with Historical Interpretation Option 4D: The Cold War and Hot War in Asia, 1945–90 IA2 compulsory unit Externally assessed This option contains a study in depth of historical interpretations on a broad question, namely the origins, conduct and impact of the Korean War. This is contextualized by, and runs alongside, a study of rivalries and conflict in South East Asia between 1945 and 1990. The two main themes are ideological rivalry and the significance of intervention in South East Asia.

Historical Interpretations: what explains the outbreak, course and impact of the Korean War in the period 1950 to 1953.

The Emergence of Cold War in South East Asia, 1945-1960

War in Indo-China, 1961-1973

South East Asia Without the West: the fading of the Cold War, 1973-1990


Learning outcome: The aims and objectives of the Pearson Edexcel IAL Subsidiary Level in History and IAL Advanced Level in History are to enable students to:

develop their interest in and enthusiasm for history and an understanding of its intrinsic value and significance

acquire an understanding of different identities within society and an appreciation of aspects such as social, cultural, religious and ethnic diversity, as appropriate

build on their understanding of the past through experiencing a broad and balanced course of study

improve as effective and independent learners, and as critical and reflective thinkers with curious and enquiring minds

develop the ability to ask relevant and significant questions about the past and to research them

acquire an understanding of the nature of historical study, for example that history is concerned with judgements based on available evidence and that historical judgements are provisional

develop their use and understanding of historical terms, concepts and skills

make links and draw comparisons within and/or across different periods and aspects of the past

organise and communicate their historical knowledge and understanding in different ways, arguing a case and reaching substantiated judgements.

Demonstrate, organise and communicate knowledge and understanding to analyse and evaluate the key features related to the periods studied, making substantiated judgements and exploring concepts, as relevant, of cause, consequence, change, continuity, similarity, difference and significance

Analyse and evaluate appropriate source material, primary and/or contemporary to the period, within its historical context

Analyse and evaluate, in relation to the historical context, different ways in which aspects of the past have been interpreted

Pearson Edexcel IAL Examinations Code for History: Advanced Subsidiary Level: XHI01 Advanced Level: YHI01 Unit 1 WHI01 – Depth Study and Interpretations Unit 2 WHI02 – Breadth Study with Source Evaluation Unit 3 WHI03 – Thematic Study with Source Evaluation Unit 4 WH104 – International Study with Historical Interpretations


International Advanced Level PHYSICS Develop an essential knowledge and understanding in Physics, how it has developed and is used in modern society, expertise in practical work, and appreciate its relationship with mathematics. Unit 1: WPH01 Physics on the Go This unit involves the study of mechanics (rectilinear motion, forces, energy and power) and materials (flow of liquids, viscosity, Stokes’ Law, properties of materials, Young’s modulus and elastic strain energy). Part of this topic may be taught using applications that relate to, for example, sports. The other part of this topic may be taught using, for example, a case study of the production of sweets and biscuits. It may also be taught using the physics associated with spare part surgery for joint replacements and lens implants.

Mechanics

Materials

Unit 2: WPH02 Physics at Work This unit involves the study of waves (including refraction, polarisation, diffraction and standing (stationary) waves), electricity (current and resistance, Ohm’s law and non-ohmic materials, potential dividers, emf and internal resistance of cells, and negative temperature coefficient thermistors) and the wave/particle nature of light. Several different contexts may be used to teach parts of this unit including music, medical physics, technology in space, solar cells and an historical study of the nature of light

Waves

Electricity

Nature of Light

Unit 3: WPH03 Exploring Physics Students are expected to develop experimental skills, and a knowledge and understanding of experimental techniques, by carrying out a range of practical experiments and investigations while they study Units 1 and 2. This unit will assess students’ knowledge and understanding of experimental procedures and techniques that were developed in Units 1 and 2.


Develop experimental skills and a knowledge and understanding of experimental techniques by carrying out a range of practical experiments and investigations while they study Unit 1 and 2.

Unit 4: WPH04 Physics on the Move This unit involves the study of further mechanics (momentum and circular motion), electric and magnetic fields, and particle physics. Several different contexts may be used to teach parts of this unit including a modern rail transport system, communications and display techniques. Particle physics is the subject of current research, involving the acceleration and detection of high-energy particles. This area of the specification may be taught by exploring a range of contemporary experiments.

Further Mechanics

Electric and Magnetic Fields

Particle Physics

Unit 5: WPH05 Physics form Creation to Collapse This unit involves the study of thermal energy, nuclear decay, oscillations, astrophysics and cosmology. Several different contexts may be used to teach parts of this unit including space technology, medical physics and the construction of buildings in earthquake zones. The astrophysics and cosmology section of this specification may be taught using the physical interpretation of astronomical observations, the formation and evolution of stars, and the history and future of the universe.

Thermal Energy

Nuclear Decay

Oscillations

Astrophysics and Cosmology

Unit 6: WPH06 Experimental Physics Students are expected to further develop the experimental skills and the knowledge and understanding of experimental techniques that they acquired in Units 1 and 2 by carrying out a range of practical experiments and investigations while they study Units 4 and 5. This unit will assess students’ knowledge and understanding of the experimental procedures and techniques that were developed in Units 4 and 5.


Planning, carrying out and recording an experiment

Analysing results and drawing conclusions

Further developing the experimental skills and the knowledge and understanding of experimental techniques that they acquired in units 1 and 2 by carrying out a range of practical experiments and investigation while they study units 4 and 5.

Learning Outcome: The aims of the IAL in Physics are to enable students to:

progress from the Key Stage 4 programme of study and enable students to sustain and develop an enjoyment of, and interest in, physics and its applications

develop an understanding of the link between theory and experiment and foster the development of skills in the design and execution of experiments

develop essential knowledge and understanding in physics and, where appropriate, the applications of physics with an appreciation of their significance and the skills needed for the use of these in new and changing situations including How Science Works

demonstrate the importance of physics as a human endeavour that interacts with social, philosophical, economic and industrial matters

prepare for higher educational courses in physics and related courses.

recognise, recall and show understanding of scientific knowledge s

select, organise and communicate relevant information in a variety of forms „ analyse and evaluate scientific knowledge and processes


assess the validity, reliability and credibility of scientific information

demonstrate and describe ethical, safe and skillful practical techniques and processes, selecting appropriate qualitative and quantitative methods

make, record and communicate reliable and valid observations and measurements with appropriate precision and accuracy

analyse, interpret, explain and evaluate the methodology, results and impact of their own and others’ experimental and investigative activities in a variety of ways

What could I go on to? The course provides an excellent foundation for study of a wide range of sciences including biology, environmental science, life sciences, medicine, nursing, dentistry, psychology and pharmacy.


Pearson Edexcel IAL Examinations Code for Physics: Advanced Subsidiary Level: XPH01 Advanced Level: YPH01 Unit 1 WPH01 – Physics on the Go Unit 2 WPH02 – Physics at Work Unit 3 WPH03 – Exploring Physics (Written Alternative Paper) Unit 4 WPH04 – Physics on the Move Unit 5 WPH05 – Physics from Creation to Collapse Unit 6 WPH06 – Written Alternative Paper (Experimental Physics)



PSYCHOLOGY The IAL in Psychology is aim to help students to develop awareness and understanding of psychological theories, research, case studies and methods used to collect data. In addition, students learns to:

- explore topics which reflect current contemporary issues, as well as earlier case studies

- explore the different areas of psychology, in particular cognitive, social and physiological psychology

- participate in and conduct psychological investigations, collecting appropriate data

- analyse and interpret your own or second-hand data and evaluate the findings

- develop awareness of the ethical issues in psychology, particularly in the field of research.

Unit 1: WPS01 Social and Cognitive Psychology Shows an understanding of cognitive processes and aspects of human behavior that involves the individuals’ relationship to other persons, groups and society, including cultural influences on behavior

Social Psychology – Obedience and Prejudice

Cognitive Psychology – Memory and Forgetting Unit 2: WPS02 Biological Psychology, Learning Theories and Development Explains about the mechanisms within our body and how they affect our behavior. Leads to an understanding of different learning theories, concepts and ideas focusing on individual differences

Biological Psychology

Learning Theories and Development

Unit 3: WPS03 Applications to Psychology Expose the students to understand the concept of development from before birth to adolescence and beyond. They will be able to understand the causes of crime and anti-social behavior

Development Psychology

Criminal logy Psychology

Health Psychology


Unit 4: WPS04 Clinical Psychology and Psychological Skills Leads to understanding about mental health issues, features and symptoms, explanation, treatments and therapies

Clinical Psychology

Psychological Skills Learning Outcome: The aims and objectives of the Pearson Edexcel IAL Subsidiary and the Advanced Level in Psychology are to enable students to:

develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of psychology and how they relate to each other

develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills in using scientific methods, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods

develop competence and confidence in using a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills

develop their interest in and enthusiasm for psychology, including developing an interest in further international study and careers associated with psychology

appreciate how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how psychology contributes to the success of the economy and society.

What could I go on to? Follow a degree course in psychology, social science, nursing, advertising or housing. Seek employment in the area of human resources, the care sector, hotel management or advertising. Pearson Edexcel IAL Examinations Code for Psychology: Advanced Subsidiary Level: XPS01 Advanced Level: YPS01 Unit 1 WP501 – Social and Cognitive Psychology Unit 2 WP502 – Biological Psychology, Learning Theories and Development Unit 3 WP503 – Applications of Psychology Unit 4 WP504 – Clinical Psychology and Psychological Skills


Awarding and Reporting The IAS qualification will be graded on a five-grade scale from A to E. The full international Advanced Level will be graded on a six-point scale A* to E. A pass in an International Advanced Subsidiary subject is indicated by one of the five grades A, B, C, D, E of which grade A is the highest and grade E the lowest. A pass in an International Advanced Level subject is indicated by one of the six grades A*, A, B, C, D, E of which grade A* is the highest and grade E the lowest. To be awarded an A* students will need to achieve an A on the full International Advanced Level qualification and an A* aggregate of the IA2 units. Students whose level of achievement is below the minimum judged by Pearson to be of sufficient standard to be recorded on a certificate will receive an unclassified U result. In International Advanced Level specifications, students generally take units at Advanced Subsidiary level (IAS) for an IAS qualification, which is a free standing qualification and may be awarded separately. Students may choose to take further IA2 units to complete the full IAL qualification.

- Accounting – consists of a one unit at IAS, and an additional unit at IA2 for the full IAL qualification.

- Business Studies, English Language, History, Psychology and Economics – each consist of two IAS units and two IA2 units.

- Biology, Chemistry Mathematics and Physics - each consist of three IAS units and three IA2 units.

- Mathematics - There are 12 units available in the IAL specification, including the combined Core Mathematics units. Combinations of these 12 units can lead to IAL qualification awards in Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Pure Mathematics. There is a separate Entry, Aggregation and Certification document that is specific to Mathematics, which explains in more detail the ways in which the 12 units can be combined to achieve the three qualification award options. Resitting of units There is one resit opportunity allowed for each unit prior to claiming certification for the qualification. The best available result for each contributing unit will count towards the final grade. After certification, all unit results may be reused to count towards a new award. Students may re-enter for certification only if they have retaken at least one unit. Results of units are held in the Pearson unit bank and have a shelf life limited only by the shelf life of this specification. Please see the following page for further information:qualifications.pearson.com/IAL-entry-certification-procedures.


IAL QUALIFICATION GRADES The maximum uniform mark for the qualification and the minimum uniform mark required for each grade:

Qualification grade A B C D E

Advanced Subsidiary (AS) where maximum uniform mark is 100

80

70

60

50

40

Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Where maximum uniform mark is 200

160

140

120

100

80

Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Where maximum uniform mark is 300

240

210

180

150

120

Qualification grade A* A B C D E

Advanced (A-Level) Where maximum uniform mark is 200

See Note

160

140

120

100

80


See Note

320

280

240

200

160


See Note

480

420

360

300

240

Note

The general rule for the award of A* is:

- a grade A overall at A-level and - 90% of the maximum uniform mark on the aggregate of the A2 units

The rule in Mathematics is:

- a grade A overall at A-level and - 90% of the maximum uniform mark on Unit Core Mathematics 34

The rule in Further Mathematics is:

- a grade A overall at A-level and - 90% of the maximum uniform mark on the aggregate of the three best A2 units


Pearson Edexcel General Certificate of Education Advanced Level Insworld offers the following two subjects at Pearson Edexcel GCE Advanced Level:

GCE A Subjects

Course Code

Examination Course Code AS Level A Level

Arts & Design 8FA01 9FA01 Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4

6FA01 6FA02 6FA03 6FA04

Chinese 8CN01 9CN01 Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3

6CN01 6CN02 6CN03

GCE Advanced Level Art & Design

Fine art may be defined as work which is produced as an outcome of the students’ personal experience, rather than that which is created exclusively for a practical function or that which is the outcome of a tightly prescribed brief.

Work produced for this specification will demonstrate the use of formal elements and creative skills, and give visual form to individual thoughts, feelings, observations and ideas. Students will show evidence of trying to extend their own and others’ ways of seeing the world. They will use the visual language of the subject sensitively and thoughtfully to support their intentions.

In the context of this specification, disciplines will include painting and drawing, printmaking, and alternative media. Students will be required to work in one or more of the disciplines. Any combination of disciplines is permitted.

For all disciplines, students may: record observations, experiences, ideas, information and insights appropriate to intentions analyse and critically evaluate art and design practice demonstrating an understanding of purposes, meanings and contexts use art and design practice to develop ideas through sustained investigations and exploration, selecting and using materials, processes and resources, identifying and interpreting relationships and analysing methods and outcomes use art and design practice to present a personal, coherent and informed response, realising intentions, and showing connections with the work of others demonstrate an understanding of continuity and change in fine art in different genres, styles and traditions identify issues relevant to fine art research and collect relevant information visualise possible solutions and evaluate their effectiveness synthesise and develop appropriate ideas use materials and techniques appropriately.


Painting and drawing Students will be expected to develop knowledge and understanding of: some of the following paint qualities — plasticity, opacity, translucence, malleability and transparency of the media the relationships between hues, tints and tones the use of a range of tools with which to apply paint, such as brushes, knives, sponges, fingers and rags some of the following materials for drawing — graphite, wax crayon, oil pastel, soft pastel, aquarelle, charcoal, ink, chalk, conté crayon, paint and dyes. Printmaking Students will be expected to develop knowledge and understanding of: surface qualities and the transmission of the qualities of block, plate or screen to a printing surface such as paper or fabric the appropriateness of the medium to images and the ability to realise the full potential of their ideas through the techniques of printmaking some of the following printing processes: screen printing — in which stencils are used to control the distribution of ink; intaglio printing — in which lines are incised into blocks or plates; relief printing — in which the image is transferred via the raised surface of the block. Hand-drawing Design Although digital arts is much appreciated and renowned in the World Wide Web, it’s undeniable that hand drawn sketches are equally impressive and delightful. Using hand drawn designs as webpage backgrounds, designer portfolios and illustrator portfolios, is getting popular these days. It has that artistic and personal touch that awes people, and not to mention it surprises the viewers too. It attracts artsy people from digital, animation/cartoon, sketch, and other art fields unmentioned. Student will be expected to develop knowledge and understanding of: the production processes of design in a range of traditional materials such as pens, pencils, copic makers, markers, ball pens and colour (watercolour, acrylic or poster colour). Student will be encouraged to choose their own way and create the design on the paper. Alternative Media Students will be expected to develop knowledge and understanding of: the production processes of artworks in a range of non-traditional media, such as mixed media, installation, site-specific work, assemblage, digital, film and video the appropriateness of the chosen media and the ability to realise the full potential of their ideas through the techniques employed.

Graphic Communication

Graphic communication conveys information and ideas by visual means. Often work is

realised in two-dimensional form but carries the illusion of three dimensions through the

manipulation of images and the formal elements. The critical elements for a graphic

designer are the successful communication of a message through the organisation of

images and words. The use of information technology within Graphic communication has

taken on an ever- increasing importance in recent years, changing working practices and

leading to new forms of communication and presentation.


Students must be alert to the possibilities offered by a huge range of materials and

processes within Graphic communication and of the important role of signs and symbols.

In producing graphic solutions to defined problems, students must be able to keep in

balance aesthetic and commercial considerations.

Students must investigate specific areas of a design problem, determine relevant sources

of information and use them to research and define possible solutions. Ideas should be

developed using appropriate design methodology, recognising the constraints of moral,

social, cultural, environmental and legal issues.

In the context of this specification, disciplines will include advertising, illustration,

packaging, typography and interactive media. Students will be required to work in one

or more of these disciplines.

For all disciplines, students may:

- use graphic communication techniques to record observations, experiences, ideas, information and insights appropriate to intentions

- analyse and critically evaluate graphic images demonstrating an understanding of purposes, meanings and contexts - use graphic communication to develop ideas through sustained investigations and exploration, selecting and using materials, processes and resources, identifying and interpreting relationships and analysing methods and outcomes

- use graphic communication to present a personal, coherent and informed response, realising intentions, and showing connections with the work of others

- demonstrate an understanding of continuity and change in graphic communication in different genres, styles and traditions

- -identify issues relevant to graphic communication - -research and collect relevant information - -analyse and develop a design specification - -visualise possible solutions and their subsequent evaluation - -synthesise and develop appropriate ideas.

Advertising

Students will be expected to develop knowledge and understanding of:

- how graphic communication is used to convey information, make familiar a brand image, sell a product or service

- promotional campaigns, corporate identity design - advertising design briefs, the advertising client, the advertising audience - the use of images and typography in advertising, which may include computer-

generated ideas and developments - the advertising message and the links to visual images.


Illustration


- the relationships which are established between illustration and narrative- - illustration briefs, the illustration client, the illustration audience - thumbnails, sketches, dissections, plans and elevations - illustration for a variety of purposes, including book illustration, magazine

illustration, advertising illustration, DVD- or CD-cover illustration, using a variety of media.

Packaging


- how packaging is determined by its contents - packaging briefs, the packaging client, the packaging audience - making suitable production drawings, which may include computer-generated

ideas and developments - surface decoration, illustration or pattern for packaging - development and construction of three-dimensional prototypes - plan and develop procedures for manufacture and making.

Typography


- the relationship between letter forms, their disposition and text - the development of font types, serif and sans serif fonts, both traditional and

computer-generated - leading, paragraph indents, hanging indents, justification, alignment, headings,

kerning and sub-headings - the specific typographical requirements for digital and print-based products, for

example magazine design, newspaper design, web page design, leaflet and poster design.

Interactive media


- 2D digital graphic design techniques, including page layout, style sheets, layering, image manipulation, compression, resizing, sketching

- 3D digital graphic techniques, including modelling objects, rotation, milling, lathing, extruding, linking, creating and applying textures and lighting effects

- time based digital graphic techniques, including interaction, navigation, storyboarding, sound, moving image, animation

- a variety of presentation formats for different audiences, including the following: web-based, projection, television, touch- screen, consoles, mobile phones, CD ROM and DVD.


Website Design Strategy

Aim and purpose

Now that almost all organisations have a web presence and the use of online transactions

is rapidly growing, people in business need to understand how to contribute effectively

to the design and content of websites. This unit aims to equip learners with sufficient

understanding of the requirements of a business website to enable them to procure a

website or work with technical specialists.

Introduction

Initially the unit will provide learners with an understanding of the different purposes of

websites and the various models of use. It emphasises the need to base design on the

clearly understood needs of the target group of users. Research has shown that usability

is of key importance in retaining users and encouraging repeated visits to a website.

The unit therefore explores the different elements of usability in detail. The elements

include navigation, language, efficiency, speed, privacy and visual appeal. Learners will

also consider the importance of building trust in the minds of users and the methods for

doing this. The requirements for accessibility under the Disability Discrimination Act are

also considered. The unit goes on to explore the main issues that have to be considered

when developing or updating a website. The unit explores the importance of basing web

design on two particular cornerstones: strategic and marketing objectives, and an

understanding of the attributes and technical environment of users.

The unit considers a range of functions commonly found on websites including the

functions required to personalise users’ online experiences. Learners are taken through

the range of decisions that need to be made relating to software, web hosting, page

design, pre-launch evaluation and testing. Finally, planning for a range of important

ongoing issues such as maintenance and updates, managing user or customer feedback,

promotion of the website, for business continuity are considered.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this unit a learner should:

1. Know the purposes of a range of websites 2. Understand the main elements in web design for usability and visual appeal 3. Be able to plan the development of a website for an organisation.


Pearson Edexcel Examinations Code for Arts and Design: Unit 1 (6FA01) – AS Art and Design Coursework

Unit 2 (6FA02) – AS Art and Design Externally Set Assignment

Unit 3 (6FA03) – A2 Art and Design Coursework

Unit 4 (6FA04) – A2 Art and Design Externally Set Assignment


GCE Advanced Level Chinese (9CN01)

Unit 1: Spoken Expression and Response in Chinese This unit requires students to demonstrate an ability to speak Chinese for 5–6 minutes in response to a short English-language stimulus. Students will be expected to refer to a series of questions printed on the stimulus so that they can communicate effectively in Chinese about the stimulus topic. Students will need to express opinions as well as provide relevant and appropriate information. Each stimulus will link to one of the following general topic areas:

Food, diet and health

Transport, travel and tourism

Education and employment

Leisure, youth interests and Chinese festivals*.

Unit 2: Understanding and Written Response in Chinese This unit rewards students for their understanding of spoken and written Chinese, their ability to transfer meaning from Chinese into English and to produce continuous writing in Chinese. The latter would be an essay linked to a short Chinese-language stimulus. The unit draws on the following general topic areas:





Unit 3: Understanding, Written Response and Research in Chinese This unit rewards students for their ability to understand and respond in writing to written Chinese. It also enables them to demonstrate their ability to write in Chinese and promotes knowledge and understanding of Chinese culture and/or society through focused research. The assessments link to the following general topic areas:





*New year, mid-autumn festival, dragon boat festival, Ching Ming (Qing Ming) The Edexcel Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced GCE specification in Chinese aims to encourage students to:


develop an interest in, and enthusiasm for, language learning

develop understanding of the language in a variety of contexts and genres

communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in the language for a range of purposes

develop awareness and understanding of the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of countries or communities where the language is spoken

consider their study of the language in a broader context. The Edexcel Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced GCE specification in Chinese enables students to:

derive enjoyment and benefit from language learning

acquire knowledge, skills and understanding for practical use, further study and/or employment

communicate with speakers of the language

take their place in a multilingual global society.

The Edexcel Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced GCE specification in Chinese also:

provides a coherent, satisfying and worthwhile course of study for students who do not progress to further study in the subject.

In addition, the Advanced GCE specification in Chinese:

provides a sufficient basis for the further study of languages at degree level or equivalent.

The Advanced Subsidiary specification requires students to:

listen and respond to a variety of spoken* Chinese-language sources, including authentic sources

read and respond to a variety of Chinese-language written texts, including authentic sources, covering different contexts, registers, styles and genres

adapt their spoken and written Chinese language appropriately for different situations and purposes

use the Chinese language accurately to express facts and ideas, and to present explanations, opinions and information in both speech and writing

understand and apply the grammatical system and a range of structures of the Chinese language as detailed in Appendix 4.

In addition, the Advanced GCE specification requires students to:

use the Chinese language to present viewpoints, develop arguments, analyse and evaluate in writing

understand and apply the grammatical system and a range of structures in Chinese as detailed in Appendix 4

study aspects of the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of one or more of the Chinese-language countries or communities


transfer meaning from English, Welsh or Irish into Chinese, and/or vice versa. If one skill is not assessed at Advanced Subsidiary level it must be assessed at A2 level.

Pearson Edexcel Examinations Code for Chinese: Advanced Subsidiary Level: 8CN01 Advanced Level: 9CN01

Unit 1 6CN01 – Spoken Expression and Response in Chinese Unit 2 6CN02 – Understanding and Written Response in Chinese Unit 3 6CN03 – Understanding, Written Response and Research in Chinese


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