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P9. GCSE MEDIA STUDIESP10. GCSE MUSICP11. GCSE DRAMA

P12. GCSE HISTORYP13. GCSE GEOGRAPHYP14. GCSE RELIGIOUS STUDIESP15. GCSE CITIZENSHIP

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YEAR 9 OPTION CHOICES

Over the next few weeks we are going through the process of securing your Option Choices for Years 10 & 11. These will ultimately lead to your GCSE /BTEC qualifications and form the basis of further study and progression into the Sixth Form or onto an Apprenticeship in Years 12, 13 and beyond. It is VITAL that you pick courses which YOU want to study. It is always very difficult to make these choices and we hope we have made the process as simple as possible. Essentially, we would like you to tell us your TOP 5 choices. Once we have your TOP 5 we will then be able to design your timetable based on 3, if not 4 out of these TOP 5. It is important that you read each subject description VERY CAREFULLY, talk to your teachers, talk to your friends, listen to your teachers at Parents Evening, get careers advice and encourage your parents to attend the Information Evening and ultimately come up with your TOP 5 list. There are a few rules about what can go in your TOP 5 and these are explained on the Options Form at the back of this booklet. The main rule being that your TOP 5 list can only have a MAXIMUM of 2 non-GCSEs in it. You can choose to study a BTEC qualification, but you CANNOT put down more than 2 BTECs on your TOP 5 list. Good luck with in making your choices. Talk to your form tutor, family and friends and if you have any questions around the technicalities of your choices please e-mail me at dwaugh@rbhs.co.uk and I will help guide you through the process.

D. WaughMr. D. WaughDeputy Head Teacher

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APPROPRIATE COMBINATION OF CHOICES & THE ENGLISH BACCALAUREATEYou are making your choices at a time in education where things are changing. You will be doing all of your exams at the end of Year 11 whereas previous students may have studied modular courses and completed exams as they went along, you will be doing all of your exams at the end of Year 11, with no opportunity for resitting. The courses you will study have changed so that all GCSEs are all examined fully at the end of the course and your BTEC courses are now much bigger in their content and involve at least 25% external assessment. Not only have the courses changed in their design, but a lot of things have changed in terms of the emphasis on the choices you make. For example, the top Universities would want you to pick mainly GCSEs and also from a select list of subjects. I would encourage you to do some research on university courses and see what sort of GCSEs they are looking for. In the main, if you pick a combination of courses that fulfil the English Baccalaureate then you will be heading in the right direction. The English Baccalaureate is a combination of subjects that recognises the achievements of students who complete a broad range of academic courses. This suite of qualifications does not replace GCSEs but will be awarded to students who achieve A*-C in English, Maths, two Sciences, one modern foreign language and one humanity. The English Baccalaureate suite of courses is popular by government, employers and universities. We would encourage you to consider this as an option if you are thinking of progressing on to graduate level jobs and courses. Students who wish to work towards this qualification must study either French or German AND History or Geography. The English, Maths and Science GCSEs are all part of core and are compulsory for all students. Core GCSEsAll students are given a core curriculum throughout years 10 and 11. This involves the following courses:GCSE English LanguageGCSE English LiteratureGCSE MathematicsGCSE Science (Triple/Double/BTEC)GCSE ICTPSHCE (Personal, Social, Health, Citizenship Education)Physical Education (PE) Over the following pages of this booklet you will be able to read about these courses and also the option subjects. Remember, we need you to put down your TOP 5 from the Option subjects, AND if you are choosing a BTEC, no more than 2 are allowed.

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GCSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE

APPROPRIATE COMBINATION OF CHOICES & THE ENGLISH BACCALAUREATE

COURSE CONTACTMrs K. McGuire kmcguire@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEThis course involves reading, writing and speaking and listening. You will read poetry texts and novels and will analyse how we use spoken language in different contexts.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? A novel (currently Of Mice and Men); spoken language and how it is used; writing in different styles for different purposes and how to analyse written material such as media texts.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? 60% controlled assessment and 40% examination (2 papers).

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?‘A’ Levels in English Language and Literature combined or Literature by itself. There is also the option to take Media Studies at ‘A’ Level. GCSE English is required by lots of college courses and employers and could lead to many careers such as journalism, advertising, social work, speech therapy or teaching.

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GCSE ENGLISHLITERATURECOURSE CONTACTMrs K. McGuire kmcguire@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEEnglish Literature involves lots of reading. During the two year course you will read a Shakespeare text, two novels and a play and learn how to approach and understand poetry that you have not seen before.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? For the controlled assessment you will study a play by Shakespeare and compare it to a selection of poetry that discusses a similar theme. You will also read a novel from a different culture and a further novel and play that your teacher will chose in Year 11.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? There is one substantial controlled assessment that is worth 25% of the overall marks. The rest of the course is assessed by two examinations taken at the end of the course.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?‘A’ Levels in English Language and Literature combined or Literature by itself. There is also the option to take Media Studies at ‘A’ Level. GCSE English is required by lots of college courses and employers and could lead to many careers such as journalism, advertising, social work, speech therapy or teaching.

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GCSEMATHEMATICSCOURSE CONTACTMrs S. Guyton sguyton@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEThis qualification encourages students to develop confidence in, and a positive attitude towards, maths and to recognise the importance of maths in their own lives and to society. This qualification prepares students to make informed decisions about the use of technology, the management of money, further learning opportunities and career choices.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Throughout the course learners will study topics involving number, algebra, geometry, measures, statistics and probability. Learners will also be required to use maths techniques to help them to solve everyday problems and real-life situations.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Two written papers (externally marked):Paper 1 (non-calculator, 1hr 45mins): 50% of the final gradePaper 2 (calculator, 1hr 45mins): 50% of the final grade

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?Upon gaining a GCSE grade B (or better) learners can continue to study maths by taking an A Level in maths or further maths.

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GCSE SCIENCECOURSE CONTACTMrs N. Robertson nrobertson@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEThere are 3 science routes available for students to study science:Core (Yr 10) & Additional Science(Yr11).OrSeparate Sciences (Biology, Chemistry & Physics) by invitation only.OrBTEC Science:

Principles of Applied Science Award (Yr10) Covers the KS4 • programme of study. It develops and exemplifies these principles in applied and vocational contexts.Application of Science Award (Yr11) It develops students’ • understanding of key applications of science, and builds the skills required both for the scientific workplace and for further study.

All of these routes will provide the students with the opportunity to acquire the scientific skills, knowledge and understanding necessary for life as a citizen.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Core (yr 10) & Additional Science(Yr11) – Modules 1-4 for Biology, Chemistry & PhysicsSeparate Sciences (Biology, Chemistry & Physics) As above plus modules 5 & 6BTEC Science:

Principles of Applied Science Award (Yr10)- the KS4 • programme of study.Application of Science Award (Yr11 – extends scientific • skills.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Core Science (Yr10) / Additional Science (Yr 11)-2 exams (75% in total) + Controlled Assessment (25%) 1 GCSE each.Separate Sciences (Biology, Chemistry & Physics) 2 exams (75% per subject) for each Controlled assessment (25%) for each subject.(3 pieces in total) 3 GCSEs in total. BTEC Science: Internally moderated assignments and external assessment.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?Core, additional and separate sciences lead onto A’ level: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Applied Science.BTEC Science leads onto A’level Applied science.7.

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PSHCE

COURSE CONTACTMrs P. Hare phare@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEA structured programme of Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education is compulsory for all students within the 14 – 19 phase. Pupils will learn how to develop confidence and responsibility, explore the importance of a healthy, saferlifestyle and prepare for change in relation to progression into higher education, training or the workplace. Pupils will also learn how to become informed citizens by exploring the legal system, examining their rights and responsibilities within society, developing an awareness of how the democratic system works and the importance of voting. They will look at issues of citizenship on a wider scale examining global issues and looking at the UK’s relationship with other countries. Pupils will also complete the British Red Cross Life Live it Award in First Aid.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Year 10: Preparation for Work Experience, Personal Safety, Drugs Education, First Aid, The Global Community and Finance and the world of work. Year 11: Human Rights and Ethics, Focusing on the Future, Sex and Relationships Education, Life in the UK, First Aid and Dealing with stress and coping with Pressure

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? This course is designed to support your social and emotional development which runs alongside your academic studies. You will not receive a formal qualification in this subject thus there is no formal assessment. You will be assessed through in- class assessment activities based on your interaction within the group and your skills of communication which will be reported back through the school reporting system.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?The course is vital in preparing you for the world you will experience outside and beyond school. It will develop your confidence, the ability to work within a team, and your skills of communication – all strong qualities employers look for in anemployee.

GCSE MEDIASTUDIESCOURSE CONTACTMrs S. Cooke/Mrs A. Holbrook scooke@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINECandidates will explore at least three topics for GCSE Media Studies. These topics must involve study of a minimum of three different media, including at least one print–based and one audiovisual–based form. All forms of media will be investigated and we will look at how we are all affected by this extremely powerful industry. Examples of different media will include film, television, animated film, radio, magazines, music videos, websites and computer games. Each topic will be explored through the three study areas of the GCSE Media Studies framework and reflect the convergent nature of contemporary media. (i.e. how industries will be extra persuasive by using their adverts at the cinema, on the Internet, on Facebook, on your mobile etc.) The topics will be assessed through external examination and controlled assessment tasks.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Topics studied, some of which may be based on particular forms, may include:

Music • Television drama • Advertising •

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? External assessment: written examination paper (40% of the final mark). Controlled assessment (60% of the final mark).

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?Come and talk to the media staff. Ensure you have a passion for all forms of media, including T.V; radio; magazines; newspapers; the Internet; social networking sites etc.

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GCSE MUSIC

COURSE CONTACTMrs L. Mulholland lmulholland@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEThis course is split into three areas, composing, performance and listening skills. Although it is not necessary to be able to play an instrument or voice, it is preferable. Students study a variety of detailed topics from a wide range of musical styles and cultures including classical, 20th Century and world music. Students will have the opportunity to perform different instruments and will be required to take part in one of the extra-curricular activities available in the music dept, to enhance their listening skills.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? You will study 12 set works focusing on music from the classical era, musical theatre, popular music and world music. In music we also focus on different approaches to composing and developing your compositional skills as well as your performance techniques.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Coursework comprises of 60% of the final assessment with 40% by written examination.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?You could go on to study AS/A2 music or progress onto Music Technology or Performing Arts courses.

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GCSE DRAMA

COURSE CONTACTMrs J. Stephens jstephens@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEThe drama course is made up of 3 units studied over two years.

UNIT 1 focuses on the Hillsborough disaster. Students will practically explore the topic in lessons through creating characters and scenes whilst being taught new drama skills.UNIT 2 focuses on a script. Students will practically explore the script in lessons through playing roles, performing sections and experimenting with the themes and plotUNIT 3 takes place over a 3 month period and takes the form of a piece of theatre. Students will take a role in a devised of scripted play and will perform this in front of a visiting examiner. Unit 1 and 2 both require written coursework. Throughout the two year course a piece of live theatre must be viewed and reviewed.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? The course is divided into two components – Exploration and Devised Performance. You will follow a practical scheme of work exploring ideas and issues from different times and cultures. You will explore a play in detail from the points of view of a director, designer and performer. You will work in groups to research, prepare and perform a piece of drama.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Preparation and performance skills through continuous assessment.Written portfolios (2000 words) and a theatre review (1000 words).

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?This course provides a good foundation for either further performance related careers or studies at college or university as a general qualification. Some students have used this area of study to gain confidence and develop oral and key skills.

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GCSE DRAMA GCSE HISTORY

COURSE CONTACTMrs R. Grantham rgrantham@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEGCSE History is made up of 4 units. In year 10 you will investigate the Vietnam War and consider its causes, the methods of warfare and its impact on both Vietnamese and American society. This is the controlled assessment unit. You will then investigate the history of medicine from Roman times through medieval plague and the Renaissance all the way up to modern technology with transplants and DNA. The surgery unit investigates the changes in surgery (1880-1920). The focus will be on developments in managing pain, controlling bleeding and infection. This will be assessed through sources and so this is a skills based unit. Finally the Germany 1919-45 unit considers the changes in German society and politics from the end of the first world war until the end of world war two .

WHAT WILL I STUDY? The course equips learners with the skills needed for the 21st Century workplace in an exciting and enjoyable way. We will investigate the different people and events which have shaped today’s world, covering a diverse range of topics from life in Germany 1919-45 to the Vietnam war, from Roman medicine to modern surgery.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? The course is made up of 4 units each worth 25% of the final grade. One unit, Vietnam is a controlled assessment which takes place at the start of year ten. The remaining three units: medicine, surgery and Germany are all examined in year 11 at the end of the course. Each exam lasts 1hr 15 minutes.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?History is a valuable asset for a career in Law, broadcasting, journalism, advertising and the media which are based on the skills historians use. The medical content of the course would be useful for someone considering a career in medicine or nursing. History is seen as a good stepping stone to study at A Level

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GCSE GEOGRAPHYCOURSE CONTACTMrs A. Hardman ahardman@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEIn KS4 there are three humanities subjects: geography, history and RS. We strongly recommend that students choose at least one humanities subject to provide a broad and balanced curriculum.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Geography is about the here and now; it is in the news daily – whether it’s hurricanes, floods, migration or the economy. Geography gives you the opportunity to understand how our everyday choices have a consequence for the world around us including our society, politics and environment. Topics we cover on the Edexcel course include climate change, coastal and river management, industrial changes, regeneration of urban areas, migration and population issues. A fieldtrip to Liverpool is used to collect data for the controlled assessment project..

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Controlled assessment project (during lessons): 25%Exam: 75% (3 units)

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?Geography is highly regarded for its broad range of skills and as such it keeps career doors open e.g. management, law, leisure & tourism, architecture, town planning, marketing, teaching, banking, surveying, coastal and river engineering, the civil service and the armed forces.

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GCSE RELIGIOUSSTUDIESCOURSE CONTACTMr D. Barnes dbarnes@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEThe Edexcel GCSE in religious studies (2RS01) comprises two units.

In Year 10 students will study unit 5RS02 – religion and life based on a study of Christianity. This unit contains four modules of work and students will explore a number of philosophical and moral issues from a Christian perspective.

In Year 11 students will study unit 5RS11 – Islam. This unit contains four modules of work and students will explore the religion of Islam in detail.

There is no coursework and no controlled assessment for this GCSE.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Unit 5RS02 – Religion and life based on a study of Christianity:

Believing in God.• Matters of life and death.• Marriage and the family.• Religion and community cohesion.•

Unit 5RS11 – Islam:Beliefs and values.• Community and tradition.• Worship and celebration.• Living the Muslim life.•

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Each unit is assessed through a one-and-a-half hour examination paper which is divided into four sections. Students will sit both examination papers at the end of Year 11.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?GCSE religious studies can help you in any area where you are working with other people: medicine; nursing; law; human resources; journalism; teaching; the police; television and radio; acting etc…

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GCSE CITIZENSHIPCOURSE CONTACTMrs P. Hare phare@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINECitizenship is a study of society and an exploration of our role within society. If you are interested in the world and people around you this is the subject for you. Thecourse will help you to understand the power you have as an individual to create change. The subject will allow you to learn about issues concerning law, politics and the media. You will also learn about communities and society covering topics such as human rights, multiculturalism and the environment. There will also be opportunities to learn about the global community and how Britain is connected to the rest of the world The aim of the subject is to help you understand and play a part in the world locally, nationally and internationally.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? YEAR 10: Citizenship TodayControlled Assessment: Participating in Society.YEAR 11: Citizenship in context: Influencing and changing decisions in society and government.Controlled Assessment: Citizenship Campaign.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? There will be 2 formal exams at the end of year 11. Each exam is worth 20% of your final grade.

There are 2 pieces of controlled assessment where you will enquire into a citizenship issue, and evaluate different ideas and viewpoints on this issue in order to present an informed argument. You will also participate in action to address the issue and be able to evaluate your impact. Each piece of controlled assessment is worth 30%.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?The range of activities will help you work with others, see the benefits of being part of a team and also leading a team. You will learn to debate issues and structure arguments to help put forward your viewpoints. You will investigate issues relevant to future careers in law, media and politics.

GCSE ART ANDDESIGNCOURSE CONTACTMiss G Warner gwarner@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEGCSE Art is an exciting programme which aims to introduce you to many aspects of art. During the course you learn how to develop your artistic and design skills and use various art materials, processes and media. This includes drawing and painting, textiles, graphic design and illustration. You will also touch on some other experimental techniques including print. The course will also aim to introduce you to a range of artists’ work and art movements which will give you many ideas for your practical work and inspiration. The most important qualities you need to study at GCSE level are a genuine enthusiasm for art and a commitment and eagerness to explore materials & techniques across a range of exciting projects. This course can be started on its own or as part of a full time programme.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? A wide range of art processes and techniques. Students work through a minimum of two of the following disciplines: drawing, painting, graphics, illustration, printing, textiles and 3D Design.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Students GCSE work will be marked against the examination boards four assessment objectives, 60% is coursework and 40% is an externally assessed examination.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?This qualification can lead into a BTEC Level 3 or a job in the Art and Design industry.

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BTEC ART ANDDESIGNCOURSE CONTACTMrs G. Warner gwarner@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEThe BTEC level 2 is aimed at learners who are interested in entering employment within the art and design industry. Over two years you are provided with a grounding in the essential skills and broad fundamentals crucial to this area of study. This course covers drawing and painting, textiles, illustration, graphics, printmaking and 3D design.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Art and design at BTEC comprises a wide range of different specialties and the course is structured to allow you to develop your interests, at the same time as gaining a broad foundation within the fundamentals.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? The BTEC Level 2 portfolio is assessed over four units, each with equal weighting and has the equivalence of 2 GCSEs graded A*-C.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?This qualification can lead into a BTEC Level 3 or a job in the art and design industry.

BTECENGINEERINGCOURSE CONTACTMrs V. Walmsley vwalmsley@rbhs.co.ukMr M. Wilding mwilding@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEYou will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and understanding of engineering by applying your learning and skills in a work-related context. You will engage in taking responsibility for your own learning, and develop essential work-related skills, such as working to deadlines and presenting information effectively.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? The BTEC qualification provides further opportunity to enhance and reinforce skills in english and mathematics in naturally occurring, relevant, work-related contexts. You will, through the various unit activities, also have the opportunity to develop personal learning and thinking skills (PLTS).

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? The BTEC comprises mandatory core units and optional units that underpin the knowledge and skills that are valued in the engineering sector. One core unit focuses on essential knowledge, and the other core unit focuses on applying essential vocational skills.Assessment

One externally set and assessed core unit worth 25% of • the overall of overall grade.One mandatory core unit internally set and assessed • (portfolio)Optional units internally set and assessed (portfolio).•

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?The BTEC will support progression into a more specialised level 3 vocational or academic course or into an apprenticeship.

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CREATIVE DESIGN:MATERIALS

COURSE CONTACTMrs V. Walmsley vwalmsley@rbhs.co.ukMr M. Wilding mwilding@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEProduct Design with Materials is a course that allows you to develop your ability to identify and solve existing problems, apply relevant research, generate and develop creative design ideas, prototype design outcomes, manufacture quality products and test evaluate and market final design solutions.The course encourages flair, imagination and innovation and allows you to develop your own creative ability, whilst gaining an understanding of design culture.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? You will work with themes and materials that are relevant to your chosen resistant materials area of specialism. You will also experience a practical innovation challenge exam where you will be expected to design and make a model of an innovative solution to a given challenge.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? 2 controlled assessment projects (% of final GCSE):Developing and applying design skills: 30%Making, testing, marketing, products: 30%

2 examinations:Designing and making innovation challenge: 20%Designing influences: 20%

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?The courses provide a good foundation for further study at A/AS level in product design.

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CREATIVE DESIGN:MATERIALS

CREATIVE DESIGN:GRAPHICS

COURSE CONTACTMrs V. Walmsley vwalmsley@rbhs.co.ukMr M. Wilding mwilding@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEProduct design with graphics is a course that allows you to develop your ability to identify and solve existing problems, apply relevant research, generate and develop creative design ideas, prototype design outcomes, manufacture quality products and test evaluate and market final design solutions.The course encourages flair, imagination and innovation and allows you to develop your own creative ability, whilst gaining an understanding of design culture.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? You will work with themes and materials that are relevant to your chosen graphics area of specialism. You will also experience a practical innovation challenge exam where you will be expected to design and make a model of an innovative solution to a given challenge.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? 2 controlled assessment projects (% of final GCSE):Developing and applying design skills: 30%Making, testing, marketing, products: 30%2 examinations:Designing and making innovation challenge: 20%Designing influences: 20%

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?The product design course provides a good foundation for further study at A/AS level in product design. The art and design graphic communication course provides a good foundation for further study at A level in art.

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CREATIVE DESIGN:FOOD

COURSE CONTACTMrs V. Walmsley vwalmsley@rbhs.co.ukMrs A. Ferson aferson@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEYou will work with your teacher to choose one of the following options:

Product design with food and graphics is a course that allows you to develop your ability to identify and solve existing problems, apply relevant research, generate and develop creative design ideas, prototype design outcomes, manufacture quality products and test evaluate and market final design solutions.Food technology is a course that is designed for students who are interested in ‘Food Science’ and ‘Nutrition’. You will have the opportunity to research, design, develop, make, test and evaluate a range of food products that meet the needs of specific target market groups.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? In Product design the course encourages flair, imagination and innovation and allows you to develop your own creative ability, whilst gaining an understanding of design culture. Within this course you will develop your skills for designing within the subject area of graphics and you will develop your making skills within food. In Food Technology you will have the opportunity to develop your practical making skills and learn how to use a wide range of equipment to manufacture successful high quality food products.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Product Design with Food and Graphics2 controlled assessment projects: 60% of final GCSEDeveloping and applying design skills: 30%Making, testing, marketing, products: 30%2 examinations:Designing and making innovation challenge: 20%Designing influences: 20%Food TechnologyMajor design and make coursework project: 60%Written exam: 40%

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?The product design course provides a good foundation for further study at A/AS level in product design. The AQA food would be a good foundation for, food and nutrition, diet and health.21.

CREATIVE DESIGN:FOOD

CREATIVE DESIGN:FASHION

COURSE CONTACTMrs V. Walmsley vwalmsley@rbhs.co.ukMrs A. Ferson aferson@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEProduct design with fashion is a course that allows you to develop your ability to identify and solve existing problems, apply relevant research, generate and develop creative design ideas, prototype design outcomes, manufacture quality products and test evaluate and market final design solutions.The course encourages flair, imagination and innovation and allows you to develop your own creative ability, whilst gaining an understanding of design culture.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? You will work with themes and materials that are relevant to your chosen fashion area of specialism. You will also experience a practical innovation challenge exam where you will be expected to design and make a model of an innovative solution to a given textiles base.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? 2 controlled assessment projects(% of final GCSE):Developing and applying design skills: 30%Making, testing, marketing, products: 30%2 examinations:Designing and making innovation challenge: 20%Designing influences: 20%

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?The courses provide a good foundation for further study at A/AS level in product design.

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GCSE GERMANCOURSE CONTACTMiss L. Foulkes lfoulkes@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEA language is essential in making yourself stand out from the rest when applying for a job! A GCSE in German will give you more options and opportunities in the world of work.

GCSE German focuses on the 4 main skill areas – listening (20%), reading (20%), writing (30%) and speaking (30%).

The speaking and writing assessments are completed throughout year 10 and year 11.

There is a listening and reading exam at the end of year 11.

In lessons, you will do group and pair work and practice for all of the assessed pieces. Your teacher will guide you through the assessments and give you everything you need.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? The GCSE course builds on the work which you have covered in Key Stage 3. You will study a variety of topics including lifestyle, leisure, home and environment as well as work and education.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? You will do controlled assessments for writing and speaking. We send the best two written pieces and two speaking exams to the exam board.

The listening and reading skill areas are assessed through a final exam in year 11.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?When you have a language the possibilities are endless! All companies and businesses value the ability to communicate with other countries. You could also use languages within the context of journalism, law, teaching or hospitality.

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GCSE GERMAN GCSE FRENCHCOURSE CONTACTMiss L. Foulkes lfoulkes@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEA language is essential in making yourself stand out from the rest when applying for a job! A GCSE in French will give you more options and opportunities in the world of work.

GCSE French focuses on the 4 main skill areas – listening (20%), reading (20%), writing (30%) and speaking (30%).

The speaking and writing assessments are completed throughout year 10 and year 11.

There is a listening and reading exam at the end of year 11.

In lessons, you will do group and pair work and practice for all of the assessed pieces. Your teacher will guide you through the assessments and give you everything you need.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? The GCSE course builds on the work which you have covered in Key Stage 3. You will study a variety of topics including lifestyle, leisure, home and environment as well as work and education.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? You will do controlled assessments for writing and speaking. We send the best two written pieces and two speaking exams to the exam board.

The listening and reading skill areas are assessed through a final exam in year 11.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?When you have a language the possibilities are endless! All companies and businesses value the ability to communicate with other countries. You could also use languages within the context of journalism, law, teaching or hospitality.

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GCSE PHYSICAL EDUCATION

COURSE CONTACTMiss L. Tait ltait@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEThis course is designed to build up and develop the learner’s interest in Physical Education. Students will have a combination of practical and classroom lessons - usually two practical and one classroom per week – where they will be given the opportunity to acquire the necessary skills, knowledge and understanding to maximize their potential grade.Whilst much of the course is practical, learners will need to appreciate that there is also a need for academic study. A big part of the assessment for the course comes via the final examination, so a lot of emphasis is placed upon this aspect of the course.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? There are 10 topic areas – such as “a healthy active lifestyle and your muscular system” – which are all related to how to develop and maintain a healthy active lifestyle. Practically, you will be given the opportunity to develop skills in a range of activities but is also possible to offer other sports that you perform outside school.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Theory Exam: 40% of final grade.Practical elements (best four activities) contribute 50% of the final grade.Analysis of Performance element: 10% of the final grade.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?Look at the Edexcel website.

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GCSE PHYSICAL EDUCATION

BTEC SPORTCOURSE CONTACTMr G. Green ggreen@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEBtec Sport is designed to enable students to study sport at a deeper level in preparation for future qualification or a career in the leisure and sport industry.

Students will have both classroom and practical sessions – some units are best taught through the practical, whilst other tasks will be best achieved through classroom based activities.

Most of the course is assessed using continual assessment which will mean that it is important that students are well organised and keep up-to-date with all assignments. 25% of the marks are externally assessed via 2 on-line tests.

Students following the course will have 3 extra lessons of PE/Sport per week on top of the normal core PE lessons.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Fitness for sport; practical sports performance; anatomy & physiology for sport; the sports performer in action; training for personal fitness; leading sports activities; lifestyle and well-being; injury and the sports performer.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Two units are assessed externally – one hour on-line tests, set and marked by the exam board.

The other units are assessed internally – there will be a variety of different tasks which are set and marked by RBHS staff.

All units are marked either pass, merit, distinction or distinction*.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?Check out www.edexcel.com/quals/firsts2012/sportGet/keep involved in sport.Talk to your PE teacher for more information.

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GCSE DANCECOURSE CONTACTMrs. R. Parkinson rparkinson@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEIndividual choreography.• Group choreography.• Individual performance of set dance.• Group performance of set dance.• Appreciation of chosen dance works.• Set design, lighting, props, costume and music.• Historical and social contexts of dance.•

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Professional dance works.• Choreography techniques.• Performance skills and techniques in a variety of styles.•

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? 80% practical (20% set study, 20% group performance, 15% individual choreography task, 25% choreography).20% theory exam based upon professional dance works studied.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?Look at the AQA GCSE dance website.Speak to Mrs R.Parkinson.

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GCSE DANCE BTEC PERFORMING ARTS (DANCE)COURSE CONTACTMrs R. Parkinson rparkinson@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEIndividual showcase• Preparation, performance and production.• Dance skills.• The performing arts industry.• Movement skills• Jazz dance techniques.• Devising performance work.•

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Performance skills and techniques in a variety of dance • styles including jazz dance, contemporary dance, salsa and jive.Choreography skills e.g. creating your own dance pieces • using different themes and stimuli.Production skills e.g. sound, lighting, music.• The performing arts industry e.g. applying for roles, CVs.•

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? One of the units is assessed by completing an online • test.The majority of the assessments will be practically based • with some written coursework to accompany it.Two of the seven units are externally marked and the • other five units are internally assessed.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?Look at the edexcel website: Btec First Certificate Performing Arts (Dance) Specification to be taught from 2012.

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GCSE BUSINESSSTUDIESCOURSE CONTACTMiss J. Lyons jlyons@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEStudents will cover a range of business topics including marketing and finance. The units of study will give students a grounding in the subject which will enable them to explore the world as an entrepreneur or as a business manager later in life. The course develops problem solving skills and encourages an independent and creative approach to the world of business.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Students will learn about different types of business and how they function throughout the world. Students will learn about how many different elements of the business function with a focus on Marketing and the role this plays within the business.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? The course is assessed through 2 examinations and a controlled assessment. The exams are worth 30% each and the controlled assessment 40%.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?The world of business is only limited by your imagination but for further study there are A levels in business and economics as well as range of degrees at university.

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GCSE BUSINESSSTUDIES

GCSE HEALTH &SOCIAL CARECOURSE CONTACTMrs K. Cross kcross@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEThe GCSE Health and social care course is a single award worth one GCSE which is taught over two years. During this course you can expect to develop a range of skills that will be a benefit to pursuing a career in the caring profession. You will also develop knowledge of health, well-being and development of people throughout each life stage. You will also have the opportunity to speak to practitioners to investigate careers within Health, Social and Early year’s sectors.

The single award GCSE in Health and Social Care is an inspiring course covering all aspects of Health and Social care which will help you make an informed decision about your future career choices.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Unit 1: Understanding Personal Development and RelationshipsIn this unit you will learn about Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, Social development throughout each life stage. You will also learn about how different life events and relationships can affect our development.

Unit 2: Health, social and early year’s provisionA range of care needs for major client groups, the types of services that exist within health and social care in order to meet these needs and finally you will learn about the skills, qualities & job roles.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Unit 1: Understanding Personal Development and Relationships - Examined worth 40% of your overall grade.

Unit 2: Health, social and early year’s provision - Controlled assessment worth 60% of your overall grade. 20 hours to complete controlled assessment.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?Once you have completed the course you will be able to go onto college or an apprenticeship to pursue a career in the following;Nursing, Midwifery, Occupational therapy, Physiotherapy, Ambulance services, caring for young children or the elderly and many more. 30.

GCSE CHILDDEVELOPMENTCOURSE CONTACTMrs K. Cross kcross@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEThis is a single award GCSE worth one GCSE over two years. To succeed on this course you must complete a study based on the development of a child between the ages of 0 and 5 years old for your controlled assessment.

For your exam unit you will look at the learning and understanding of family planning, pregnancy, birth, and development of a child up to the age of 5 years.

You will cover a broad range of topics relating to family, child development and caring for children. Choose this GCSE if you want to a career in midwifery, paediatric nursing or early year’s education.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? Unit 1: Exam: Within this unit you will learn about the key issues relating to pregnancy, for example; family, family planning, reproduction, pregnancy, new born and child care provision.Unit 2: Research task: You will have a choice of topics issued by the exam board to choose from in order to present finding to parents or expecting parentsUnit 3: Child study: You will produce a project on a child aged between 0-5 years. You have to write about the development of this child over a period of 6 months and visit the child 4 times.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Unit 1: Examination unit worth 40% of the overall grade. Completed at the end of year 11.Unit 2 and unit 3: Controlled assessment units which together are worth 60% of your overall grade. Completed in both year 10 and year 11.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS? This course is seen as a direct entry onto the BTEC National Diploma in Health & Social Care (worth 3 A’ levels) or similar courses such as the DCE- Diploma in Childcare and Education. This may lead into careers in early year’s education (nursery nursing, teaching etc), Child minding, emergency services, social work, sociology and psychology and many more.31.

GCSE CHILDDEVELOPMENT

COURSE CONTACTMr D. Parsonage dparsonage@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEThis course is designed to meet the growing need for digital media, from broadcasts, film, online to mobile devices. The ever expanding IT economy has developed into media and this course is the first step in developing the specialist skills needed to start a career in this industry. With media companies such as the BBC and ITV now basing themselves in the nearby Salford’s Media City development this course is a great starting point for those students looking to work in new media and digital arts.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? The course is designed for creative arts students; the course will teach you how to use ICT Software to build creative digitally interactive media from Photoshop to interactive multimedia applications. The course will cover a range of aspects from image editing, sound engineering, through to animation.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? The course is assessed through 2 units:

A web design unit which is completed in a 2hr 30 minute 1. examination on the computers and assessed by the exam board.A coursework unit on multimedia design set by the exam 2. board each year.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?This course will lead to a level 3 creative media and other IT qualifications as well as apprenticeships with media companies.

CIDA(CERTIFICATE IN DIGITALAPPLICATIONS)

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GCSE COMPUTING

COURSE CONTACTMr C. Cheetham ccheetham@rbhs.co.uk

COURSE OUTLINEThis course is designed for students who want to develop in computer science or as programmers. The course will teach you the basic levels of programming languages and logic thinking. Then build you through a series of increasingly complex and creative problems to solve using these techniques and progressing on to creating programs and small applications.

WHAT WILL I STUDY? You will learn how to use Google’s App inventor to develop your own APP. You will learn how to create programs using a package called Python which will introduce you to the world or programming.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED? Computer programming examination, covering the theory, 1. logical thinking and problem solving.A coursework unit set by the exam board where you will 2. develop your programming theory and knowledge in a scenario.A coursework unit set by your teacher to build a 3. program.

WHAT COULD I DO AFTERWARDS?The future for computing students is a career in software and game design. This can be continued at A-level, through apprenticeships, university and of course in employment.

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GCSE COMPUTING Rivington and Blackrod High School - Year 9 GCSE Option Choices Form

Students must express a preference for 5 subjects and list them in order of your most preferred choice, i.e. put the subject you most want to study at preference 1, the next favourite at preference 2, and so on UP TO 5 preferences.

There are some rules that you must follow:

You can only put down a MAXIMUM of 2 BTEC courses (Note: You do not have to put down any, you can list 3, 4 or 5 subjects •from the GCSE list)There are certain combination of subjects that you cannot study:•

NOT ALLOWED: GCSE Music and BTEC Music Performance•NOT ALLOWED: GCSE Drama and BTEC Performing Arts•NOT ALLOWED: GCSE Dance and BTEC Dance•NOT ALLOWED: GCSE Art and BTEC Art & Design•NOT ALLOWED: GCSE PE and BTEC Sport•NOTALLOWED:GCSEComputingandBTECCertificateinDigitalApplications(CIDA)•

If you want to qualify for the English Baccalaureate course you must study:•

GCSE History or GCSE Geography, and GCSE French or GCSE German•

GCSE Choices* BTEC Choices**GCSE Business Studies BTEC Art & DesignGCSE Computing BTEC SportGCSE Citizenship BTEC Dance (Performing Arts)GCSE Music BTECCertificateinDigitalApplications(CIDA)GCSE Drama BTEC EngineeringGCSE PEGCSE DanceGCSE Media StudiesGCSE GeographyGCSE HistoryGCSE Religious StudiesGCSE FrenchGCSE GermanGCSE Creative Design: FoodGCSE Creative Design: FashionGCSE Creative Design: GraphicsGCSE Creative Design: MaterialsGCSE ArtGCSE Child DevelopmentGCSE Health and Social Care*You can choose up to 5 from this list **You can only choose a MAXIMUM of 2 from this list

Subject ChoicePreference 1Preference 2Preference 3Preference 4Preference 5

Name of Student: _______________________________________ Form: ________________

Please return your Form to your Form Tutor by Tuesday 19th March 2013; Period 1 Form Period

Parental Name: _________________________ Signature: _____________________________

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