Patron HM The Queen L V S Ascot · LVS ASCOT YEAR 10 In Years 7 to 9 pupils have been following a broad curriculum to enable them to gain experience in a range of subjects. The emphasis

Patron HM The Queen

AscotL V S

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In Years 7 to 9 pupils have been following a broad curriculum to enablethem to gain experience in a range of subjects. The emphasis nowchanges to preparing pupils for Years 10 to 11 and the GCSEexaminations. Our aim is still to encourage breadth of study but giventhe open choice system which we operate, students can, to a degree,personalise their curricula and begin to follow more specialiseddirections. Certain subjects are compulsory, whilst others are chosenfrom a list of option subjects. We organise these subjects into blocks fortimetabling purposes in such a way as to give a real choice to thepupils within a broad and balanced programme of study. It is importantfor students and parents to understand the grouping of subjects fortimetabling means there may be necessary compromises for someindividuals whatever the outcome of our market research, though wewill strive to accommodate all choices.

GCSE Options Process

When deciding which subjects totake, it is important to consider asmuch information as possible.Students should look at recentreports to inform decisions whenchoosing options and shoulddiscuss option choices with tutorsas well as teachers since they seethe overall pattern of eachindividual’s strengths.

The options selected may carrycareer implications, but peopleassume often wrongly that certainsubjects are necessary for certainjobs or courses. Entrancerequirements can change fromyear to year so please check beforedeciding. The school careersadviser from Adviza can help withup to date information. Above all itis important to choose subjectsthat are going to be enjoyable andstimulating through the two yearcourse, since a high level ofmotivation is essential for success.

The GCSE examinations assessrecall, understanding, practicalskills, self-motivation and theability to apply knowledge. Theyare normally built upon thefoundations laid in previous years.New skills and working practicesmust quickly be developed by allYear 10 students. Takingresponsibility, completing tasksconscientiously and submittingthem by the deadline play animportant part in eventual successat GCSE.

Please read the subject notes inthe booklet so that you are awareof the content and examinationstructure of each course. We willask for option choices using the‘GCSE Options Choice’ form at theback of this booklet before theend of term. We use theinformation to take decisions onstaffing levels for the coming year.

The Options ProcessTimetable for 2019

• Consider the range of options

• Think about your strengths and how the subjectson offer match these

Read thebooklet

• Make use of the Parents Consultation Morningon Saturday 16th November

• Be prepared to change your mind based on theadvice of parents and staff

Discussyour plans

• Select your Science combination

• Select 6 option subject choices in order ofpreference (1 to 6)

• Return the Options Choice form byMonday 29 November

Fill in theform

• The school will consider your preferences andmay wish to discuss these with you

• Your choices will be circulated to subject staff toconfirm that you have the right package

• The school will send you a letter showing yourfinalised options w/c 13th JanuaryChoices

confirmed

Optionsprocess

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 05

ENGLISH LITERATURE 06

MATHEMATICS 07

COMBINED SCIENCE: TRILOGY 08

TRIPLE SCIENCE: BIOLOGY 09

TRIPLE SCIENCE: CHEMISTRY 10

TRIPLE SCIENCE: PHYSICS 11

FRENCH 12

GERMAN 13

SPANISH 14

BUSINESS STUDIES 15

ECONOMICS 16

COMPUTER SCIENCE 17

INFORMATION &COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY 18

MEDIA STUDIES 19

GEOGRAPHY 20

HISTORY 21

PHILOSOPHY 22

PSYCHOLOGY 23

CRIMINOLOGY 24

ART 25

DANCE 26

DRAMA 27

MUSIC 28

PHOTOGRAPHY 29

TEXTILES 30

FOOD PREPARATION &NUTRITION 31

DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY 32

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 33

SPORT 34

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CurriculumoverviewCompulsory CoreCurriculum

English and Maths

A majority of students will study IGCSEs inEnglish and English Literature and Maths.

Science

All students study the three sciences, but uponthe advice of the Science Department theymay choose to do either Combined Science:Trilogy (in which all three sciences are studiedfor an award of two GCSEs) or Triple Science (inwhich all three sciences are studied for anaward of three GCSEs). A student who choosesTriple Science must select ‘Triple Science’ asone of their four options subjects.

Physical Education

Students will follow a broad programme ofstudy where they are expected to study a widevariety of activities. The focus in Year 10 and 11is lifelong participation in physical exercise.

PSHE

All students will have a weekly lesson where awide range of topics and current issues will bestudied. The curriculum will prepare studentsfor adult life as British citizens, in a 21st century,global community.

Optional subjects

Students are requested to select four subjectsto study alongside the compulsory corecurriculum.

Careers guidanceand post-16educationDuring Key Stage 4 the role of theCareers Adviser becomes moreprominent as pupils’ thoughts turn moretowards their adult lives. Our aim is toprovide support on three fronts:

Careers Education – Giving pupils the skills andknowledge they need to make appropriateeducational and/or occupational choices. This isdelivered through the PSHE programme.

Post-16 Education – The vibrant and increasinglypopular Sixth Form at LVS Ascot offers a widerange of A levels and BTEC qualifications that linkclosely to the GCSE options available. Advice onpost-16 opportunities will be discussed early inYear 11 by the Head of Sixth Form and the Directorof Studies.

Careers Guidance – Offering individual, impartialadvice and support as pupils make personaldecisions about their future. Formal Careerseducation began in Year 9 and this continuesthrough to Year 11 when pupils study applicationroutes for Higher Education in addition to learninghow to make appropriate career choices at post-16 and beyond.

The school careers adviser is available regularlythroughout the spring and summer terms. Careers surgeries are held offering individualguidance and there is an extensive collection ofresources in the Careers section of the LearningResource Centre. There is also the opportunity for pupils toundertake the Morrisby Psychometric test whichuses their abilities and personality measures, aswell as their interests.

The careers office is located in the Sixth Form area.Appointments for careers advice can be made bycontacting Careers advice via email:[email protected]

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Curriculum SupportWhilst at LVS Ascot, some students are recognised as having additional learningneeds. Such pupils may find studying the normal range of nine GCSEs challengingand it may be more sensible for them to study one subject less in order tomaximise the grades they can achieve.

We are able to offer a “Curriculum Support” option to those students whom we believe may benefit. Thissupport will be offered to selected pupils and will be included in one of the GCSE option boxes. To takethe place of the five hours per fortnight of subject time each week, the support provided will consist ofan additional hour of English and Maths and a rotating programme of additional study skills orsupervised study time.

Students following this course of support have the potential to gain eight GCSEs which is appropriate forall forms of higher education. It is hoped that this provision will mean pupils will no longer begin coursesof study and later ask to withdraw when they encounter problems with subject content.

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IGCSE course outline

The majority of LVS pupils will follow two IGCSE courses inEnglish Language and English Literature. A small numberof pupils will study English Language only. EAL pupilsarriving in Year 10 may take the Cambridge IGCSE EnglishLanguage as a second language.

Assessment Method

Assessment is by examination and coursework (markedby LVS teachers and moderated by Edexcel).

English Language

There is a 60% written examination paper (Paper 1) and40% coursework (Paper 3).

Paper 1 – 60% : Non-fiction texts and Transactional Writing

(2 hours 15 minutes examination).

Section A: Reading

• A mixture of short and long answer questions related toa non-fiction text from Part 1 of the Edexcel InternationalGCSE English Anthology and one previously unseenextract – 45 marks.

Section B: Transactional Writing

• One 45-mark writing task, from a choice of two involvinga given audience, form or purpose.

Paper 3 – 40%: Poetry and Prose Texts and ImaginativeWriting (coursework).

Assignment A:

• One 30-mark essay question based on any two poetryor prose texts from Part 2 of the Edexcel InternationalGCSE English Anthology, including a 6-markcommentary on why these texts were selected.

Assignment B:

• Imaginative writing – one 30-mark imaginative writingtask.

Post 16 opportunities and careers

English language is an essential qualification forprogression onto A Level and many other Level 3 courses.It is also frequently required for university entry in the UK.

“This helped me understand themeaning of spoken English anddeveloped my reading skills. Italso helped me with all my othersubjects as I learned how tointerpret and respond to questions.”

Sophia

STUDENT EXPERIENCE

For more information contact the Head of Department:

Name: Mrs Nicola RowleyEmail: [email protected]

Level: IGCSEExamination Board:Edexcel

Specification:4EA1

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SUBJECT: INTERNATIONAL GCSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE

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Specification:4ET1



The Edexcel International GCSE in English Literatureenables students to:

• engage with and develop the ability to read, understandand espond to a wide range of literary texts from aroundthe world

• develop an appreciation of the ways in which authors achieve their literary effects and to develop the skillsneeded for literary study

• explore, through literature, the cultures of their own andother societies

• find enjoyment in reading literature and understand its influence on individuals and societies

Not all pupils will take English Literature. Pupils whorequire an extra focus on English Language skills will beplaced in smaller sets and will not follow the EnglishLiterature course.

Assessment Method

Assessment is by examination and coursework (markedby LVS teachers and moderated by Edexcel).

Paper 1: Poetry and Modern Prose – 60%(Examination - 2 hours).

Section A – Unseen Poetry: one 20-mark essay exploringthe meaning and effects created in an unseen poem. Thepoem will be reproduced in the question paper.

Section B – Anthology Poetry: one 30-mark essay questionfrom a choice of two, comparing two poems from Part 3of the Edexcel International GCSE English Anthology.

Section C – Modern Prose: one 40-mark essay questionfrom a choice of two on each of the set texts.

This is a closed text examination. This means that pupilsmay not have copies of the prose text in the examination.However, pupils will be provided with the anthologypoems in the examination.

Paper 3: Modern Drama and Literary Heritage Texts – 40%(Coursework)

Assignment A – Modern Drama: one essay response to ateacher-devised assignment on the studied text (30marks).

Assignment B – Literary Heritage Texts: one essayresponse to a teacher-devised assignment on the studiedtext (30 marks).


English Literature can be studied at A level in the SixthForm at LVS Ascot. Most careers would benefit from aqualification in English Literature. English Literature is awell-respected A level, and it would be useful for pupilsconsidering Journalism, Law, Medicine, Politics, Marketing,Acting and Teaching.


Name: Mrs Nicola RowleyEmail: [email protected]

“I enjoyed the selection of prose,drama and poetry from aroundthe world. I feel that I havedeveloped an appreciation of theways in which authors achievetheir literary effects.”

Zoe

STUDENT EXPERIENCE

SUBJECT: INTERNATIONAL GCSE ENGLISH LITERATURE

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SUBJECT:MATHEMATICS Specification: 4MA2

C O M P U L S O R Y C O R E S U B J E C T


This qualification in Mathematics encourages students todevelop confidence in, and a positive attitude towards,mathematics and to recognise the importance ofmathematics in their own lives and to society. Thisqualification prepares students to make informeddecisions about the use of technology, the managementof money, further learning opportunities and careerchoices.

The following elements are covered on the course:

1. Number

2. Algebra

3. Geometry

4. Measures

5. Statistics

6. Probability

Assessment Method

Examinations:

Two equally weighted written papers are sat at the end of Year 11.

• Paper 1 – Calculator allowed (100 marks)

• Paper 2 – Calculator allowed (100 marks)

The papers are tiered in the following way:

Foundation Tier grades 1-5 available – 2hrs

Higher Tier grades 4-9 available – 2hrs


IGCSE Mathematics at a good standard is a requirementfor most Sixth Forms and many employmentopportunities.

• The skills learnt during the IGCSE course provideessential knowledge for everyday life, logistics andpersonal finance.

• A level Mathematics at LVS Ascot Sixth Form is anextremely well recognised progression supporting ahuge number of degree courses and careers such asEconomics, Accountancy, Design, Architecture, Law andMedicine. Grades 7 to 9 in IGCSE Maths are highlyrecommended prior to commencing AS level Maths

• For high achieving IGCSE students, AS/A2 Further Mathematics is an increasingly popular subject at LVSAscot which greatly assists degree courses with a high mathematical content such as Engineering.

“No doubt - maths can beconfusing! However with thegreat support given by my teacherit eventually all clicked into placein my head.”

Charlie

STUDENT EXPERIENCE


Name: Mr Robert BignellEmail: [email protected]

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Level:GCSEExamination Board: AQA

SUBJECT: COMBINED SCIENCE: TRILOGY Specification:8464


GCSE course outline

GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy is a broad course whichprovides students with the core skills required to progressto further studies in Science.

During the course students will study the followingcomponents:

Biology

1. Cell biology2. Organisation3. Infection and response4. Bioenergetics5. Homeostasis and response6. Inheritance, variation and evolution7. Ecology

Chemistry

8. Atomic structure and the periodic table9. Bonding, structure, and the properties of matter10. Quantitative chemistry11. Chemical changes12. Energy changes13. The rate and extent of chemical change14. Organic chemistry15. Chemical analysis16. Chemistry of the atmosphere17. Using resources

Physics

18. Energy19. Electricity20. Particle model of matter21. Atomic structure22. Forces23. Waves24. Magnetism and electromagnetism

Skills required

Scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding;understanding of the nature, processes and methods ofscience; observational, practical, modelling, enquiry andproblem-solving skills; ability to evaluate claims based oncritical analysis of the methodology, evidence andconclusions, both qualitatively and quantitatively.

Assessment Method

Practical Skills:

Students complete a set of specific practical investigationsthroughout the course that demonstrate anunderstanding of laboratory safety and techniques whichwill be examined via 15% of the written exam questionsaddressing their practical knowledge and understanding.

Examinations:

Six examinations are sat at the end of Year 11.

There are two examinations per subject.

Each examination is 1 hour 15 minutes in duration. Students can sit Foundation or Higher Tier forboth examinations.


All AQA Science qualifications provide opportunities forprogression.

Combined Science: Trilogy gives students the option toprogress to A-levels in Science or other subjects.

Wide range of degrees and careers within theareas of biological sciences, psychology, clinical research,engineering, food science, healthcare, computer science,journalism, meteorology, marine science, science writer,sport.

“I have no special talents, I amonly passionately curious.”

Albert Einstein

“Somewhere, somethingincredible is waiting to beknown.”

Carl Sagan

FAMOUS SCIENCE

QUOTES


Name: Mrs Sarah CatlinEmail: [email protected]

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GCSE course outline

GCSE Biology is a broad course which provides studentswith the core skills required to progress to further studiesin Biology.

During the course students will study 8 components:

1. Cell biology

2. Organisation

3. Infection and response

4. Bioenergetics

5. Homeostasis and response

6. Inheritance, variation and evolution

7. Ecology

8. Key ideas

Skills required

Scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding;methods of biology; observational, practical, modelling,enquiry and problem-solving skills; ability to evaluateclaims through critical analysis of the methodology,evidence and conclusions, both qualitatively andquantitatively.

Assessment Method

Practical Skills:

Students complete a set of specific practicalinvestigations throughout the course that demonstratean understanding of laboratory safety and techniqueswhich will be examined via 15% of the written examquestions addressing their practical knowledge andunderstanding.

Examinations:

Two examinations are sat at the end of Year 11. Each examination is 1 hour 45 minutes in duration.Students can sit Foundation or Higher Tier for bothexaminations.

Paper 1: Chapter 1-4, 1hr 45mins, 100 marks, 50% GCSE

Paper 2: Chapter 5-7, 1hr 45mins, 100 marks, 50% GCSE

Both papers include multiple choice, structured, closedshort answer and open response questions.


This GCSE links well to the science courses offered in the Sixth Form at LVS Ascot.

Wide range of degrees and careers within theareas of Biological Science; Medicine; Pharmacology;Dentistry; Environmental Science; Natural Sciences;Biochemistry;Ocean Science; Zoology.

Level:GCSEExamination Board:AQA

SUBJECT:TRIPLE SCIENCE: BIOLOGY Specification: 8461

“Biology is a really interesting,practical subject. It’s hard but alsoworth it!”

Matthew

“A true scientist is bored byknowledge; it is the assault onignorance that motivates him - the mysteries that previousdiscoveries have revealed.”

Matt Ridley, Genome: the Autobiography of a Species in 23 Chapters

STUDENT EXPERIENCE


Name:Mrs Sarah CatlinEmail: [email protected]


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GCSE course outline

Chemistry has something to offer every student to realisetheir potential. There’s no better way to learn science thanthrough purposeful activities that aid understanding inthe following areas:

1. Atomic structure and the periodic table

2. Bonding, structure, and the properties of matter

3. Quantitative chemistry

4. Chemical changes

5. Energy changes

6. The rate and extent of chemical change

7. Organic chemistry

8. Chemical analysis

9. Chemistry of the atmosphere

10. Using resources

Skills required

Interest in science, basic mathematical skills, ability to planand investigate, sense of curiosity, ability to workindependently and with others, desire to research topicareas at home to extend classroom learning.

Assessment Method:

Practical Skills:

Students complete a set of specific practical investigationsthroughout the course that demonstrate anunderstanding of laboratory safety and techniques whichwill be examined via 15% of the written exam questionsaddressing their practical knowledge and understanding.

Examinations:

Two examinations are sat at the end of Year 11. Each examination is 1 hour 45 minutes in duration.Students can sit Foundation or Higher Tier for bothexaminations.

Paper 1: Chapter 1-5, 100 marks, 50% GCSE Atomicstructure and the periodic table; Bonding, structure, andthe properties of matter; Quantitative chemistry, Chemicalchanges and Energy changes.

Paper 2: Chapter 6-10, 100 marks, 50% GCSE The rate andextent of chemical change; Organic chemistry; Chemicalanalysis, Chemistry of the atmosphere and Usingresources.



This option links well to the A level science subjectsoffered in the Sixth Form at LVS Ascot. These subjectsprovide a basic grounding for students hoping to studyspecific courses at University or those interested in goingstraight into industry.

Examples of careers related to studying chemistry are:Medicine, Biomedical and Biochemical Sciences, Forensicsand Criminology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Research,Medical and Cancer Research, Healthcare, Zoology, MarineScience, Geological and Meteorological Sciences,Agriculture, Horticulture, Chemical Engineering.


SUBJECT:TRIPLE SCIENCE: CHEMISTRY Specification:8462

For more information contact the Head of Chemistry:

Name: Mrs Wendy Sales-MintEmail:[email protected]

“Chemistry is a hard subject andthere is a lot to learn at the startbut the more I learnt the moreinterested I was in the topics.There are so many everydaythings that involve chemistry, Iwill definitely think about doing A level!”

Andrew

STUDENT EXPERIENCE


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GCSE course outline

GCSE Physics is a broad course which provides studentswith the core skills required to progress to further studiesin Physics.

During the course students will study 8 components:

1. Energy

2. Electricity

3. Particle model of matter

4. Atomic structure

5. Forces

6. Waves

7. Magnetism and electromagnetism

8. Space physics (physics only)

Skills required

Scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding;understanding of the nature, processes and methods ofphysics; observational, practical, modelling, enquiry andproblem-solving skills; ability to evaluate claims based on critical analysis of the methodology, evidence andconclusions, both qualitatively and quantitatively.

Assessment Method

Practical Skills:

Students complete a set of specific practicalinvestigations throughout the course that demonstratean understanding of laboratory safety and techniqueswhich will be examined via 15% of the written examquestions addressing their practical knowledge andunderstanding.

Examinations:

Two examinations are sat at the end of Year 11. Each examination is 1 hour 45 minutes in duration. Students can sit Foundation or Higher Tier for bothexaminations.

Paper 1: Chapter 1-4, 100 marks, 50% GCSE

Energy; electricity; particle model of matter; atomicstructure

Paper 2: Chapter 5-8, 100 marks, 50% GCSE

Forces; waves; magnetism and electromagnetism; spacephysics



A level Physics is a very popular course in the Sixth Format LVS Ascot that links well to this GCSE.

Wide range of degrees and careers within theareas of Aeronautical Engineering; Agricultural Science;Astronomy; Engineering; Medicine; Computing; Environmental Science; Forensic Science; Ocean Science;Radiography.

Level: GCSEExamination Board: AQA

SUBJECT:TRIPLE SCIENCE: PHYSICS Specification:8463

“Physics is a really challengingsubject with high demands onintellect and mathematical skills.It’s practical and fun as well though!”

Clare

STUDENT EXPERIENCE


For more information contact the Head of Physics:

Name:Mr Andy ClarkEmail: [email protected]

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GCSE course outline

The course is based around three key themes:

(1) Identity and culture (covering relationships, technology,free-time activities, customs and festivals in French-speaking countries/communities);

(2) Local, national, international and global areas of interest(covering home, town neighbourhood and region; socialissues; global issues; and travel and tourism);

(3) Current and future study and employment (coveringpersonal studies; life at school/college; post-16 education;and jobs, careers and ambitions)

Skills required

Listening: being able to understand and respond tospoken French:

Speaking: being able to communicate and interact inspoken French;

Reading: being able to understand and respond towritten French;

and Writing: being able to communicate in written French.

Assessment Method

Coursework:

The course is linear (examined at the end of the course)and does not have a coursework element

Examinations:

“F” refers to Foundation Tier; “H” refers to Higher Tier

Listening: (F) 35mins or (H) 45mins; questions andresponses in both English and French;

Reading: (F) 45mins or (H) 60mins; questions andresponses in both English and French, plus a translationfrom French to English;

Speaking: (F) 7-9 mins or (H) 10-12 mins including a: (1)Role Play; (2) Stimulus Card; and (3) General Conversation.

Writing: (F) 60 mins or (H) 75 mins; (F) simple responses, ashort written passage, a translation from English to Frenchand structured writing. (H) Structured writing, open-endedwriting and translation from English to French.


The A-Level course MFL in French is offered at LVS Ascot.

Careers linked to the subject:

Careers areas with specific MFL skills: translating,interpreting, teaching foreign language(s).

Careers areas with combined MFL and other skills: Law,Engineering, Science (including Social Science, History,Sociology, Psychology and Philosophy), Politics, Finance,Business (Sales and Marketing), it and Computing, Leisure,Tourism, Catering, Transport, Civil Service, Media and Journalism.


SUBJECT: FRENCH Specification: 8658


Name: Mrs Frederique AminEmail: [email protected]

“I have always enjoyed languagesand how they allowed me to talk toand understand a range of peopleand discover entirely new anddifferent cultures.”

Jamie

STUDENT EXPERIENCE


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GCSE course outline


(1) Identity and culture (covering relationships, technology,free-time activities, customs and festivals in German-speaking countries/communities);

(2) Local, national, international and global areas of interest(covering home, town neighbourhood and region; socialissues; global issues; and travel and tourism);


Skills required

Listening: being able to understand and respond tospoken German:

Speaking: being able to communicate and interact inspoken German;

Reading: being able to understand and respond towritten German;

and Writing: being able to communicate in written German.

Assessment Method

Coursework:


Examinations:


Listening: (F) 35mins or (H) 45mins; questions andresponses in both English and German;

Reading: (F) 45mins or (H) 60mins; questions andresponses in both English and German, plus a translationfrom German to English;


Writing: (F) 60 mins or (H) 75 mins; (F) simple responses, ashort written passage, a translation from English toGerman and structured writing. (H) Structured writing,open-ended writing and translation from English to German.


The A-Level course MFL in German is available in the SixthForm at LVS Ascot.



Careers areas with combined MFL and other skills: Law,Engineering, Science (including Social Science, History,Sociology, Psychology and Philosophy), Politics, Finance,Business (Sales and Marketing), it and Computing, Leisure,Tourism, Catering, Transport, Civil Service, Media and Journalism.

Level:GCSEExamination Board: AQA

SUBJECT:GERMAN Specification:8668


Name: Miss Katharina AuerEmail: [email protected]

“I realised that languages couldmultiply my employmentopportunities in addition toallowing me to work abroad in the future.”

Georgia

STUDENT EXPERIENCE

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GCSE course outline


(1) Identity and culture (covering relationships,technology, free-time activities, customs and festivals inSpanish-speaking countries/communities);

(2) Local, national, international and global areas ofinterest (covering home, town neighbourhood andregion; social issues; global issues; and travel and tourism);


Skills required

Listening: being able to understand and respond tospoken Spanish:

Speaking: being able to communicate and interact inspoken Spanish;

Reading: being able to understand and respond towritten Spanish;

and Writing: being able to communicate in written Spanish.

Assessment Method

Coursework:


Examinations:


Listening: (F) 35mins or (H) 45mins; questions andresponses in both English and Spanish;

Reading: (F) 45mins or (H) 60mins; questions andresponses in both English and Spanish, plus a translationfrom Spanish to English;


Writing: (F) 60 mins or (H) 75 mins; (F) simple responses, ashort written passage, a translation from English toSpanish and structured writing. (H) Structured writing,open-ended writing and translation from English to Spanish.


The A-Level course MFL in Spanish is offered in the LVSAscot Sixth Form.



Careers areas with combined MFL and other skills: Law,Engineering, Science (including Social Science, History,Sociology, Psychology and Philosophy), Politics, Finance,Business (Sales and Marketing), it and Computing, Leisure,Tourism, Catering, Transport, Civil Service, Media andJournalism.


SUBJECT: SPANISH Specification:8698


Name:Ms Rosie HeathEmail: [email protected]

“As with every GCSE, the course ischallenging, however for MFLthere is so much more than justlearning from a book; it’s fun andentertaining too.”

Adam

TEACHIN

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GCSE course outline

In Year 10 you will concentrate on Theme 1: InvestigatingSmall Business. In this unit you will learn business theoryusing small local business and larger UK wide businessexamples. You will learn about business operations,finance, marketing and human resources. You will alsolearn about the impact of the businesses environment onits decisions.

In Year 11 you focus on Theme 2: Building a business. Hereyou learn how businesses grow and develop beyond thestart-up phase. You will learn how this growth impacts onoperations, finance, marketing and human resources. Youwill now focus on national and global business examplesincluding multinational corporations. Once again you willneed to understand how a business must continuallyadapt to its changing environment.

Skills required

To excel in this subject, you will need to demonstrate thefollowing skills:

• Communicating and explaining your ideas in bothverbally and in writing

• Problem solving and critical thinking skills

• Numerical skills including calculations and theinterpretation of data

Assessment Method:

Theme 1: Written Examination 1 hour and 30 minutes. This paper will consist of multiple choice, short-answerand extended writing questions. Written answers will bebased on short case studies. This paper is worth 50% ofyour qualification.

Theme 2: Written Examination 1 hour and 30 minutes. This paper will consist of multiple choice, short-answerand extended writing questions. Written answers will bebased on short case studies. This paper is worth 50% ofyour qualification.


Successful completion of GCSE Business Studies willenable you to progress into LVS Sixth Form to study Alevel Business Studies, A level Economics or the City andGuilds Business Finance. You will become skilled inmaking decisions, being creative, solving problems,understanding finance, dealing with data, communicatingand working as part of team. Business qualifications canlead to careers in Human Resources, Insurance,Recruitment, Accountancy, Law, Marketing or the Leisureand Tourism industry.

Level: GCSEExamination Board:Edexcel

SUBJECT: BUSINESS STUDIES Specification:1BS0


Name: Mr Richard FurseEmail: [email protected]

“I really enjoy the diversity ofGCSE Business Studies as it helpedme understand how to set up abusiness. I now realise all the hardwork my dad puts into runningthe family business.”

Josh


STUDENT EXPERIENCE

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GCSE course outline

The course consists of two key themes which will betaught concurrently throughout years 10 and 11. The firsttheme, ‘microeconomics’, will focus on how markets workand build up students’ knowledge of the demand andsupply framework. Students will also investigate thereasons why market may fail and investigate issues suchas poverty, smoking and environmental damage. They willalso learn about the Government policies to tackle theseissues. In year 11 pupils will build on this knowledge tomodel business behaviour and labour markets.

The second theme, ‘macroeconomics’, encouragesstudents to think about the forces which determine thesuccess or failure of economies as a whole. This willrequire investigation into national and global issues in thereal world as well as an up to date understanding ofpolitical issues and government policies. This theme willalso look at the inter-connectedness of economies andthe process of globalisation both in terms of its impactson developing and developed economies. Pupils willdevelop the base frameworks in year 10 and will beencouraged to expand their knowledge of real worldissues such as the 2008 financial crisis in year 11.

Skills required

To excel in this subject, you will need to demonstrate thefollowing skills:

• Communicating and explaining your ideas both verbally,and in writing

• Problem solving and critical thinking skills

• Numerical skills including data analysis, graphical interpretation and calculations

• Research and presentation skills

Assessment Method:

Paper 1: Microeconomics and Business Economics

Written exam of 1 hour and 30 minutes. The exam is amixture of multiple choice, short data response andextended essay questions. This exam will be worth 50% ofyour final grade.

Paper 2: Macroeconomics and the Global Economy

Written exam of 1 hour and 30 minutes. The exam is amixture of multiple choice, short data response andextended essay questions. This exam will be worth 50% ofyour final grade.


Successful completion of GCSE economics provides apath into A Level Economics or Business in the LVS sixthform. There are also a number of A Level Accounting andBTEC National courses that would link well with studyingeconomics. You will become skilled in making decisions,being creative, solving problems, understanding financialmarkets and dealing with data. Economics is one thehighest value degrees in higher education and links to avariety of careers in Human resources, Accountancy,Politics, Law, Marketing, Banking and Financial Trading.


Name: Mr Richard FurseEmail: [email protected]

O P T I O N A L S U B J E C TLevel: IGCSE

Examination Board:EdexcelSUBJECT: ECONOMICS Specification:4EC1

“I think being able to economicallyunderstand the society we live isone of the most fundamental skillsyou can have. Taking the new GCSEeconomics course is not only a greatway to grasp a solid foundation ofunderstanding pre-a level, but isessential in giving students a well-rounded perspective bothpolitically and socially within theirstudies and everyday life ”

Sophia

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GCSE course outline

Computing is of enormous importance to the economy;the role of Computer Science as a discipline and as an'underpinning' subject across Science and Engineering isgrowing rapidly. It is a challenging topical subjectdesigned for students with a logical approach who wishto gain deeper insight into technology and to gainprogramming skills or to continue with ComputerScience at A level. The course looks inside computingsystems to explore the fundamental concepts, and tounderstand how technology makes a difference to ourlives. The course includes programming, networks, security,data representation, applications and architecture. Criticalthinking, logical reasoning and algorithmic thinking skillsare developed together with design and structuredproblem-solving. Students will develop understanding bysolving interesting and challenging problems: this set ofskills is known as computational thinking.

Skills required

This is a challenging topical subject designed for studentswith a logical approach and strong mathematical abilitywho wish to gain deeper insight into computing technology,to learn to code or to gain an understanding of howtechnology can be used. It is a science subject with specificfacts to learn and apply and students must be preparedto engage with Design and Implementation in practicalwork. An ability to work independently and tenaciously,for example in debugging your programs, is essential.

Assessment Method: 20% coursework, 80%

Examination (2 x 1½ hour long and short answer questions)

Coursework:

Controlled Assessment of 20 hours. Students will design,develop and test a solution to solve a challenge set by theExam Board, creating suitable algorithms using standardprogramming techniques (Python3). New options areissued each year to be completed under high controlwith no access to the internet. Students develop attentionto detail and time management skills during the creationof the coursework project.

Examinations:

1. Computer Systems; long and short answer questions

2. Computational thinking and algorithms and programming - questions and coding.


This GCSE provides a firm grounding for further study inComputer Science or IT. The vast majority of 21st centurycareers require an understanding of Computing to somedegree; areas such as e-commerce, technical support,business, and expanding areas such as computer gaming,networking and other well-paid opportunities withComputer Science. ‘Computational thinking’, developed inthis subject is an attribute increasingly valued and soughtby employers. Students may also apply for relevantapprenticeships in this sector. There are opportunities tojoin LVHackers to enter a variety of competitions whichinvolve more advanced programming, teamwork andlogical problem solving.


Name: Mr Stavros PanayiEmail: [email protected]

“The competitions linked to thissubject such as First Lego leagueand CyberCenturion are great.”

Harry

“It’s hard because you really have tothink, but it is my favourite subject.”

Tom

“You get to do different types ofcoding and learn to explaintechnical things.”

Bryn

Level: GCSEExamination Board: OCR

SUBJECT: COMPUTER SCIENCE Specification:OCR J276

O P T I O N A L S U B J E C TSTUDENT EXPERIENCE

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GCSE course outline

Digital literacy is needed for every aspect of our ever-changing digital society; not just surfing the web, but theability to handle different types of information and tomake the technology productive. The syllabus covers ITsystems, hardware, software and security, networks andtheir impact on everyday life and security. ICT exploreshow technology is used and how we interact with it; hownew applications are changing the way we live and work(including the Internet and associated communicationstechnologies) as well as the impact that IT has on peopleand organisations in terms of doing new things in newways or just being more efficient.

Students work in teams and individually to build research,analysis and independent learning skills. Practical skills,doing hands-on projects, build proficiency in a range ofsoftware applications to create websites, learning aboutstyles and design using HTML and CSS, creating andediting images, animation, sound and movies as well asspreadsheets and databases, as fundamental businesstools. This is the opportunity to gain confidence with ICT,or to extend your skills. The CIE IGCSE is internationallyrecognised and counts in the EBac.

Skills required

Assessment objectives include the ability to recall, selectand communicate a thorough knowledge across a broadrange of topics. Critical analysis of problems, mastery of arange of software applications and communication ofreasoned judgements, together with the focus to createeffective ICT-based solutions for a specified audience. Aninterest in the digital world, desire to explore and a logicalapproach, will contribute to success.

Assessment Method: 100% Examination.

Theory 40% Practical 60%

Examinations:

Paper 1 Theory 2 hours (long and short answer questions).

The two practical examinations:

Paper 2 Document Production and Data manipulationand presentations.

Paper 3Data Analysis and Website Authoring (includingspreadsheets and database) are taken at a time set by theschool within a 2-week window during April/May andrequire students to complete a series of tasks within a giventime. Marks are given for each element completed correctly.


Over 90% of all current jobs require the use of ICT in someform and employers expect employees to be proficient incore applications such as spreadsheets and to have theaptitude to learn specialist applications. Computer literacyis essential preparation for living in the digital world. ICTalso equips students with the confidence to takeadvantage of the lifelong independent learningopportunities offered by the development of Informationand Communication Technologies. This IGCSE provides afirm grounding for further study in ICT or potentiallyComputer Science, leading to a wide range of careers inareas such as IT management, business analysis, e-commerce, technical support and expanding areas suchas computer gaming and other well-paid opportunities.


Name:Mr Stavros PanayiEmail: [email protected]

“We get to do practical work, andfind out about lots of cool things,like the SMART home” and“Employers expect you to knowhow to use applications properly. ”

Sam


SUBJECT: INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONTECHNOLOGY (ICT)

Level: IGCSEExamination Board:Cambridge International

Specification:0417

STUDENT EXPERIENCE

GCSE course outline

GCSE Media Studies is designed to enable students to:

• demonstrate skills of enquiry, critical thinking, decision-making and analysis

• acquire knowledge and understanding of a range of important media issues

• develop appreciation and critical understanding of themedia and their role both historically and currently insociety, culture and politics

• develop practical skills by providing opportunities forcreative media production.

The Media Studies course is based on 3 main topics:

• Exploring media language and representation

• Understanding media forms and products

• Creating media products

Skills required

No previous skills are required for this course.

Assessment MethodCreating Media Products30% of qualification

In this component, learners create an individual mediaproduction in one form for an intended audience,applying their knowledge and understanding of medialanguage and representation.The forms that learners canwork in include television, magazine, film marketing,music marketing and online options.

Written Examinations

Paper 1:Exploring Media Language andRepresentation Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes 30% of qualification

This component assesses media language andrepresentation. It covers all of the following media forms:newspapers, radio news/current affairs programmes,advertising, video games, magazines and music videos.Learners will be assessed on three of these forms.

Paper 2:Understanding Media Forms and Products Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes 40% of qualification

This component explores TV genres and film marketingassessing the following areas of the theoreticalframework: media language, representation, mediaindustries, audiences.


As a general qualification, Media Studies is a goodgrounding for a number of courses and career paths.More specifically Media Studies is good preparation forthe post 16 course in the Sixth Form at LVS Ascot.

Career paths include: Journalism, Marketing andPromotion, Advertising, Editing, Sound Technician, FilmProduction, Broadcasting.

Level:GCSEExamination Board:WJEC

SUBJECT:MEDIA STUDIES Specification:For teaching from 2017

“Media has been one of myfavourite subjects for GCSE. There is a perfect balance betweencoursework and theory lessonsthat make Media lessons enjoyableand different from other subjects.Studying a range of texts frommagazines, films and reality TVhighlights how media affectseveryone in today’s society andhow ever growing the Mediaindustry is.”

Amy

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Name: Mrs Jenny WestwoodEmail: [email protected]


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GCSE course outline

The International Cambridge GCSE course has twoexaminations and one piece of coursework.

The data for the coursework is collected on a three-day field trip in Dorset in the summer term of Year 10.

It is written up during the summer holidays.

Skills required

Practical skills such as sketching, as part of a love offieldwork and travel are useful.

An interest in current affairs always helps as doesenjoyment of maps and graphs.

Assessment Method

Coursework:

One piece of 2000 words based on field work.

Examinations:

There are a variety of question types, such as multi–choicequestions, short and extended answer questions,graphical and data questions and practical enquiryquestions. The International GCSE has three components:

Paper 1: Population and Settlement, The NaturalEnvironment and Economic Development, 1 hour 45minutes, 45%

Paper 2: Skills, 1 hour 30 minutes, 27.5%

Coursework: non – exam conditions, 27.5%


Geography can be taken satisfactorily with any subject inthe Sixth Form at LVS Ascot. Favourite combinations havebeen with Psychology, Business Studies, InformationTechnology, Biology, Mathematics, English, French, Spanish,History, Art, and Product Design. Geography is a popularsubject and leads to a whole variety of career opportunitiesespecially in Environment Management, the Armed Forces,Scientific Services and Leisure, Travel and Tourism. These areoffered at degree and other levels by the University ofManchester, Anglia and Cambridge for example. Some ofthe most recent degrees offered include geo-management and geographic Information systems (UCL).

Level: IGCSESUBJECT:GEOGRAPHY Examination Board:Edexcel

Specification: International GCSE Geography (0460 Cambridge)

For more information contact the Head ofDepartment:

Name: Margaret McAuleyEmail: [email protected]

“I find it a very interesting and anall-round enjoyable subject. InGeography we had the excellentresidential Dorset trip in Year 10.One of my favourite things aboutGeography is the course work.”

Ojas


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GCSE course outline

This qualification will enable students to:

• knowledge and understanding of selected periods and/or aspects of history, exploring the significance of historical events, people, changes and issues

• use historical sources critically, in context, recordingsignificant information and reaching conclusions

• organise and communicate their knowledge and understanding of history

• draw conclusions and make historical judgements.

The following areas are studied:

Paper I

• DEPTH STUDY ONE – Germany 1918 – 1945

• DEPTH STUDY TWO – Civil Rights 1945 – 1974

Paper 2

• INVESTIGATION (SOURCES) – The USA 1918-1941

• BREADTH (CHANGE) – Medicine in the C19 and C20world.

Skills required

Students interested in GCSE History need solid literacyskills. Above all however, they should have an intellectualcuriosity. This means that they want to understand whatshaped the world they are growing up in.

Assessment Method

Examinations:

This course is examined by two examinations at the endof Year 11. Each examination is one hour 30 minutes induration.


Historians are trained to look for bias and prejudice. Thereis no other subject that deals so well with sorting outwhat is useful and reliable evidence and what must besifted out than History. As such, it is a very highly regardedqualification. In LVS Ascot Sixth Form we offer a range oflinked A level courses including History, Law, andGovernment and Politics.

The largest employer of History graduates is the financesector. However Journalism, Education, Politics, Business,Culture and Human Resources all have a large number oftrained historians.

Level: IGCSEExamination Board: Edexcel

SUBJECT:HISTORY Specification:4HI1

“History is my thinking subject.The lessons are challenging butthat is great. What we learn aboutreally matters. There is plenty of support.”

Tom

STUDENT EXPERIENCE


Name: Mr Alan KyddEmail: [email protected]


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GCSE course outline

By studying both Christianity and another major worldfaith, students will be able to approach religious, moral,philosophical and social questions from the perspectivesof two very different systems of thought.

Area of Study 1

Beliefs and values (60%)

1. The Universe, Creation and the Place of HumanBeings

2. Life and Death

3. Peace and Conflict

4. Rights, Equality and Social Justice

Area of Study 2

The Religious Community (40%)

1. Origins and the impact of the Community

2. Celebration and Pilgrimage

3. Worship and Practice

Skills required

To be successful in Philosophy you do not need to bereligious. All that is required is enthusiasm and curiosity –and a willingness to approach the issues with an openmind and respect for others’ views whether they aretheistic, atheistic or agnostic.

Assessment Method

Examinations:

Assessment is by examination only. Area of Study 1 isassessed by a 1 hour and 45 minutes long paper at theend of Year 11.

Area of Study 2 is assessed by a 1 hour and 30 minutelong paper at the end of Year 11.


Philosophy is an excellent step towards a wide range offuture opportunities, supporting progress to furtherstudies at A level. At LVS Ascot Sixth Form we offer a verypopular A level Philosophy course that links well to thisGCSE. Philosophy is excellent preparation for studentswho wish to confront, evaluate and form consideredopinions on some of life’s biggest issues and questions.Employers and universities want students with enquiringminds who can appreciate different viewpoints and makebalanced, informed decisions.


Name: Mr Simon MartinEmail: [email protected]

“Philosophy was my favouritesubject at GCSE. The knowledge Igained was not only useful in mywider academic life, but also inmy personal life. I gained adeeper understanding of culturethan I would have in any other subject.”

OliverSTUDENT EXPERIENCE


Specification:4RS1


SUBJECT: PHILOSOPHY

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GCSE course outline

Through the study of a wide range of engaging andcontemporary topics, students will gain knowledge andunderstanding of key features in the following core areasof psychology:

Biological: Biological concepts including neuroscienceand genetics.

Cognitive: An understanding of thought, information andmental processing as contributors to behaviour.

Social: An understanding of the social areas of psychologyincluding the influence of groups.

Developmental: Including the nature/nurture debate andhow childhood experiences can affect individuals.

Individual Differences: An understanding of the complexnature of human behaviour and why people are different.

Skills required

Psychology is a broad discipline which calls upon essaywriting skills, an appreciation of mathematics and aboveall an ability to think like a scientist. Students are requiredto evaluate evidence and weigh up the strengths andweaknesses of a range of psychological research and alsohave an ability to apply acquired knowledge to a range ofnovel situations. Essay writing is a key skill in psychology asis the ability to carry out a range of mathematicalcalculations as part of a wider appreciation of scientificresearch methods.

Assessment Method

Examinations:

Both units are assessed by examinations at the end of Year 11:

Paper 1: The Brain & Childhood, Memory, Disorders,Neuropsychology, Social Influence (55%, 105 minutes).

Paper 2: Criminal Psychology, Sleep & Dreaming, ResearchMethods (45%, 80 minutes).

There are no assessed coursework requirements.


GCSE Psychology offers students a rigorous introductionto both A-Level Psychology and the Level 3 Qualificationin Criminology both of which are post 16 options at LVSAscot.

As Psychology is the scientific study of human behaviour,it can be argued that Psychology will help with any careerinvolving human interaction.

The most common career paths are: Clinical Psychology,Health Psychology, Forensic Psychology, EducationalPsychology, Occupational Psychology, Neuropsychology,Sport and Exercise Psychology, Counselling, Academia,Research and Teaching.

Level:GCSEExamination Board: Edexcel

SUBJECT: PSYCHOLOGY Specification:1PS0

“When I joined LVS Ascot at thebeginning of year 12, I had no ideaof what I wanted to do and chose'A' levels on the basis of what Ienjoyed, and psychology afterreading the syllabus, which caughtmy interest. I soon fell in love withthe subject and now hope to take itfurther and study atSouthampton.”

Alan

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Name: Mr James PatersonEmail: [email protected]

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Course outline

Unit 1 - Changing Awareness of Crime – Internallyassessed at the end of Year 10

Students develop an understanding of:

• Different types of crime

• Influences on perceptions of crime

• Why some crimes are unreported – and theimpact of this

• How the media is used in campaigns designed toraise awareness

Students will also design a campaign of their own using amixture of technical skills and criminological understanding.

Unit 2 - Criminological Theories – Assessed by exam at theend of Year 11

Students will gain an understanding of:

• Biological, social and psychological reasons forcriminality

• Policy development due to social changes

• The difference between criminal behaviour anddeviance

Both units will involve in-depth analysis of many criminalcase studies.

Opportunities beyond the classroom

Educational visits from speakers who are experts invarious areas of criminology as well as a potential visit to areal life courtroom.

Assessment Method

Coursework:

Year 10 – Unit 1: Changing Awareness of Crime (50% oftotal mark)

Year 11 – Unit 2: Criminological Theories (50% of total mark)

Higher education courses linked to thesubject:

The main purpose of the qualification is to support accessto the Level 3 Diploma in Criminology, which would becompleted by the end of Year 12 and is worth as manyUCAS points as an A-Level. Following this, students wouldhave a good foundation of knowledge for progression onto higher education degree courses, such as: Criminology,Criminology and Psychology, Law with Criminology,Criminology and Sociology.


An understanding of criminology is relevant to many jobroles within the criminal justice sector, including policeofficers, probation and prison officers, and social workers.Criminology graduates are also attractive to employersoutside the criminal justice sector in areas such as socialresearch and politics.

Level:Level 3 CertificateExamination Board: WJEC/Eduqas

SUBJECT: CRIMINOLOGY Specification:2015



Name: Mr James PatersonEmail: [email protected]

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GCSE course outline

This course will allow students to develop an appreciationof the creative process through a variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional media, materials andtechniques. This course will allow those who wish tofollow a creative process the knowledge of the subjectand developing your personal ideas into excitingoutcomes in a fully supported environment.

Skills required

You must have an interest in the visual world and have anopen minded approach about what Art can be. Youshould already have a good command of drawing skillsand enjoy working in a wide range of media, whileworking in a creative atmosphere where you are able toexplore a wide range of communication techniques.

Assessment Method

Coursework: 60%

Personal Portfolio - Component 1

Internally set projects – including sketchbooks, researchand development of ideas in a range of 2 dimensional & 3dimensional outcomes, by building on technical skills andexperimenting with different types of media, processesand techniques. All work is supported by contextualresearch. Coursework is completed over Year 10 and term1 of Year 11.

Examinations: 40%

ESA (Externally set assignment) – Component 2

The ESA represents the culmination of the course as itdraws together all the knowledge, understanding andskills which have been developed in Component 1.

10 hour controlled assessment – practical exam – date setin the spring of Year 11.

Post 16 opportunities and careers:

LVS Ascot Sixth Form offers a range of courses linked toGCSE Art. Many students take further creative A Levels onthe basis of GCSE Art. If you are considering a creativedegree, GCSE Art will be looked at very closely byuniversities.


Animator, Architect, Arts therapist, Ceramic designer,Fashion Designer, Fine Artist, Furniture Designer, GamesDeveloper, Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Product Designer,Interior Designer, Jewellery Designer, Make-up Artist,Medical Illustrator, Museum/Gallery Conservator,Photographer, Press Photographer, Printmaker, ProductionDesigner – Film/Television/Theatre, Textile Designer orWeb Designer, Prosthetic Make-up, Special & Visual Effects.


SUBJECT: ART Specification:Art, Craft & Design (1AD0)

“My enjoyable experience in GCSEArt has supported me personallyand academically. It was theprime foundation needed beforestepping up to A level, and onewhich cemented the skills neededto achieve the things I have donetoday in my A level Art. Thecreative nature found in art hastransformed the way I now think.”

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Name: Mrs Rebecca SandfordEmail: [email protected]

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GCSE course outline

GCSE Dance helps students develop technical andexpressive skills as well as knowledge and understandingof dance through performance, choreography and criticalappreciation of dance.

The GCSE Dance specification requires students tocomplete assessment in the following areas; performance,choreography and dance appreciation.

In the 40% written exam students will write about andanalyse set dances they have studied as well as evaluatingtheir own choreography. The other 60% of the course ismade up of three practical tasks. Students willchoreograph their own dances as well as being taught setphases. They will perform choreography as a solo and in agroup.

GCSE Dance is a comprehensive study of Dance in itsphysical, artistic, aesthetic and cultural context.

In addition to helping students acquire subjectknowledge, this specification promotes:

• fitness

• a healthy lifestyle

• team working

• creativity

“GCSE Dance is a fresh and vibrant specification which includespopular performance and choreography, alongside a newcollection of shorter, more diverse and accessible professionalworks. To engage and inspire students, we’ve taken a creativenew approach to the written paper.”

Liz Dale, Principal Examiner and Moderator

Skills required

An understanding of dance (at least a year’s danceexperience)

A basic level of fitness

Commitment and passion towards dance.

Assessment Method

Examinations:

60% practical exam – 3 units (internally and externallyassessed)

40% written exam


There are many opportunities available after taking GCSEDance, these include:

Further study of dance or performing arts at A level orBTEC.

Study of dance or performing arts at a performing artsschool (degree level).

“I have really enjoyed GCSE Danceso far. I have learnt many skillsand improved my confidencethrough creating choreographyfor group work and as solo pieces.I have also enjoyed the trips,including workshops and shows,as they have given me additionaldance experiences, I otherwisewould not have had.”

Harriet

STUDENT EXPERIENCE

For more information contact:

Name: Miss Jessica ClarkEmail: [email protected]

Level: GCSEExamination Board: AQA

SUBJECT:DANCE Specification: GCSE Dance (8236)


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GCSE course outline

• Two practical performances, students choose to beassessed on Acting or Technical skills.

• Students will devise a piece of theatre (40% of GCSE)in the style of a practitioner or genre. Students willstudy different practitioners and genres in preparationfor their devised performance. Students can beassessed on acting or design.

• Students will perform and extract from a text (20% ofGCSE), students can be assessed on acting or design.

• Written examination - open book exam wherestudents study a set text and evaluate a productionthey have seen. Student notes are allowed in theexam.

• Students will have the opportunity to view livetheatre in order to evaluate them in their finalexamination.

Skills required

Acting or Technical Theatre skills are desirable and will bedeveloped over the 2 years. Analytical skills, for bothtextual study and live performance review. Collaborativeattitude, team working skills are necessary.

Assessment Method

Coursework:

40% devised performance including written supportingevidence (10%). Students can choose the acting or designoption.

20% performance from a text. Students can choose theacting or design option.

Examinations:

40% written examination at the end of Year 11.


Students can take further study in Drama and TheatreStudies at A Level at LVS Ascot. Career opportunitiesinclude everything from a range of stage and screenprofessions including Directing, Acting, Theatre Design,Stage Management. Drama also prepares students forprofessions in Law, Marketing; and roles where problemsolving, creative solutions and team working are vital.

“I’ve enjoyed digging deeper,exploring Drama in much greaterdepth. It’s been excitingdeveloping my understanding ofhow to bring ideas, characters andplays to the stage.”

Ellana

STUDENT EXPERIENCE


Name: Ms Georgina RingEmail: [email protected]

Level:GCSEExamination Board: WJEC

SUBJECT:DRAMA Specification: GCSE Drama


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GCSE course outline

Whilst studying GCSE Music you will explore a range ofmusical traditions including Music for Stage and Screenand Instrumental and Vocal Music. You will also beexposed to music from other world traditions. You willlearn how to listen to Music and explain what you arehearing using correct musical terminology and criticalanalysis.

You will develop your composition skills and musicianshipthrough composition and performance opportunities.

Skills required

The syllabus for GCSE Music aims to consolidate anddevelop the skills a candidate has in Performing,Composing, Listening, and Musical Analysis.

Assessment Method

Coursework:

You are required to complete two compositions whichform 30% of the assessment. One of these is a free choicecomposition and the other has to be composed within anarea of study stipulated by the exam board. You will alsocomplete a solo and ensemble performance worth 30%of the course in total.

Examinations:

The remaining 40% of the course is assessed in the formof a listening examination at the end of Year 11. This willcontain questions relating to set study works within fourareas of study and one unfamiliar piece.


This is the ideal course for those wishing to pursue acareer in the Music Industry and is the perfect platform forfurther study at A level in Music or Music Technology atLVS Ascot.

Candidates with music qualifications have entered careersin Performing, Theatre (on stage and technical), Recordingand Television, Media, Information Technology, Education,Teaching and even Banking, Law and Computing.

“The music course has been thebest experience out of all myselected courses. I am glad andrelieved that I selected to studyit, it has exceeded myexpectations. I have enjoyeddeveloping my musicianshipand discovering new musicaltraditions.”

Alan

STUDENT EXPERIENCE

For more information contact the Course Leaders:

Name: Mr James BryantEmail: [email protected]

Level:GCSEExamination Board:Edexcel

SUBJECT:MUSIC Specification: 1MU0


GCSE course outline

For students who have an interest in and an enthusiasmfor and enjoyment of Art, Design and Photography. Thiscourse will allow students to develop an appreciation ofthe creative process through the medium ofPhotography.

The course will help to develop students’ creative,imaginative and practical skills for communicating andexpressing ideas, feelings and meanings in photography.A strong interest in Art, along with a good work ethic isessential. Students will also develop investigative,analytical, experimental and critical skills.

Skills required

You must have an interest in the visual world, be openminded about what Photography and lens based mediacan be. You must have an appreciation of visual elementsand enjoy working in a wide range of media, whileworking in a creative atmosphere where you are able toexplore a wide range of communication techniques. Theability to work independently and in a sustained manneris essential in order to be successful in Photography.

Assessment Method

Coursework: 60%


Internally set projects – including sketchbooks, researchand development of ideas in a range of 2 dimensional & 3dimensional outcomes, by building on technical skills andexperimenting with different types of lens based media,processes and techniques. All work is supported bycontextual research.

Coursework is completed over Year 10 and term 1 of Year 11.

Examinations: 40%


The ESA represents the culmination of the course as itdraws together all the knowledge, understanding andskills which have been developed in Component 1.

10 hour controlled assessment – practical exam – date setin the spring of Year 11.


If you are considering a creative degree, GCSEPhotography will be looked at very closely by universities.


Animator, Architect, Arts Therapist, Ceramic Designer,Fashion Designer, Fine Artist, Furniture Designer, GamesDeveloper, Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Product Designer,Interior Designer, Jewellery Designer, Make-up Artist,Medical Illustrator, Museum/Gallery Conservator,Photographer, Press Photographer, Printmaker, ProductionDesigner – Film/Television/Theatre, Textile Designer orWeb Designer, Prosthetic Make-up, Special & Visual Effects.

Level: GCSEExamination Board:Edexcel

SUBJECT: PHOTOGRAPHY Specification:Art, Craft & Design Photography (1PY0)



“I had a great time doing GCSEPhotography. I learnt newtechniques using the dark room tomake analogue prints, which wassomething I really enjoyed andknow it’s another process I canuse in the future. The ArtDepartment were really helpfuland supportive, giving me newideas which enabled me to stretchmy skills. It was a challengingcourse, but at the same time greatfun and it has given me anotherGCSE course in something I enjoy doing. ”

Jake

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GCSE course outline

This course is an exciting practical programme of study. Itinvolves the creation, selection and manipulation of arange of materials across a number of processes. Theseinclude weaving, knitting, felting, embroidery, constructiontechniques, applique, printing and batik. Students willhave the opportunity to lead their work in a direction thatbest suits their interests and strengths.

Skills required

You must be enthusiastic and already have a keen interestin the creative arts. You should be open to new processesand techniques, and be willing to experiment with these.Drawing is an essential skill in the design anddevelopment process, from initial ideas right through tothe finished product. However, photography andcomputer based design can be used to aid this process.

Assessment Method

Coursework: 60%


Internally set projects- including sketchbooks, research,development of ideas through sampling both 2dimensionally and 3 dimensionally, experimentation usinga range of media, processes and techniques. All work issupported by contextual research.

Coursework is completed over Year 10 and term 1 of Year 11.

Examination: 40%


The ESA represents the culmination of the course as itdraws together all the knowledge, understanding andskills that have been developed in component 1.

10 hour controlled assessment- practical exam- date set inthe spring of Year 11.


LVS Ascot sixth form offers many Art based A levels,including Art Textiles.


Fashion designer, Textiles designer, Film/Television/TheatreCostume designer, Fashion buyer, Teacher andmerchandising as well as supporting many other careersin the creative industries.


SUBJECT:TEXTILES Specification:Edexcel/1TE0

“Textiles has opened my eyes to adifferent world within Art.”

Crystal

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GCSE course outline

The GCSE in Food Preparation and Nutrition is an excitingand creative course which focuses on practical cookingskills. Students develop a thorough understanding ofnutrition, food safety, food provenance and the workingcharacteristics of food materials through practical cookery,research and scientific investigation. Basic practical skillsare developed to enable students to become competentand confident cooks.

Food preparation skills are explored through five coretopics:

• Food, Nutrition and Health

• Food Science

• Food Safety

• Food Choice

• Food provenance.

Skills required

Knowledge of basic cooking skills would beadvantageous, with an enquiring mind and the ability towork independently on practical tasks.

Assessment Method

Coursework:

Worth a total of 50% of the total GCSE grade. Thecoursework is divided into two tasks:

Task One: Investigation Task

Students complete scientific testing, experimenting with arange of functional, chemical and working properties ofingredients.

Task Two: Food Preparation Assessment. Students willprepare, cook and present a final menu of three dishes inthree hours.

Examinations:

Worth a total of 50% of the total GCSE. The examinationwill comprise of multiple choice questions and fivequestions based on the topics studied in class. The exam is1 hour 45 minutes.


At LVS Ascot, students will have the opportunity toprogress their studies in Years 12 and 13 with WJECDiploma in Nutrition and Food Science which is a level 3(A level) qualification. Further study at a graduate level canbe pursued in Sports Nutrition, Food Science and RetailLeisure Management.

Students could use this GCSE to develop careers in: Hoteland Catering Management, Food Retail, Consumer,Customer Services, Design and Technology Teaching,Nursing, Food Science, Nutrition, Dietician, Sports Nutritionand many others.


Name:Mrs Melanie HollowayEmail:[email protected]

“I really enjoyed the GCSE in Food;we had many opportunities toexperiment with creating our ownrecipes and were able try out arange of cooking techniques.”

Felicity

STUDENT EXPERIENCE


SUBJECT: FOOD PREPARATIONAND NUTRITION

Level: GCSEExamination Board:AQA

Specification: 8585

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GCSE course outline

This is a great GCSE for students who enjoy practical workand are interested in finding out about the materials usedto manufacture products. In addition to developingdexterity with a range of tools, students will have theopportunity to work in our state of the art workshopwhich has a 3D printer, laser cutter and CNC router.

This new course in Design and Technology has beenchosen as it is engaging and inspiring. It reflects thedemands of a truly modern and evolving society – aqualification that enables students to apply themselvesand develop the practical skills needed to succeed in theirchosen pathway.

Students will acquire subject knowledge in design andtechnology that builds on Key Stage 3 lessons. The newspecification incorporates knowledge and understandingof different materials and manufacturing processes inorder to design and make product (prototypes). Studentslearn how to take design risks, helping them to becomeresourceful, innovative and enterprising citizens. They willbe given opportunities develop an awareness of practicesfrom the creative, engineering and manufacturingindustries. Students will develop an understanding of theimpact of Design and Technology on daily life and thewider world. High-quality Design and Technology isimportant to the creativity, culture, sustainability, wealthand wellbeing of the nation and the global community.

Skills required

Students should have experience of a Design andTechnology workshop and have an interest in developingpractical skills. They should be keen to develop specialistknowledge in one of the following areas; metals, papersand boards, polymers, timbers. Technical language andmathematical skills are included in this course which willbe taught to be accessible to all students.

Assessment Method

50% project work

Students will undertake a project based on a contextualchallenge released on 1st June by Edexcel. This task willbe internally assessed and externally moderated. Theproject will test students’ skills in investigating, designing,making and evaluating a prototype of a product.

1. Investigate (16 marks) - investigation of needs and research, and a product specification.

2. Design (42 marks) - producing different designideas, review of initial ideas, development of designideas into a chosen design, communication ofdesign ideas and review of the chosen design.

3. Make (36 marks) – manufacture of a qualityproduct with accuracy.

4. Evaluate (6 marks) - testing and evaluating yourproduct.

50% examination – 1 hour 45 minute writtenexamination

The paper consists of two sections. Section A is assessedon the core content and Section B is assessed on thematerial category students have chosen from; metals,papers and boards, polymers, timbers. The examinationcontains a mixture of different question styles, includingopen-response, graphical, calculation and extended-open-response questions.


The Design and Technology course links really well to theA Level Product Design course offered at LVS Ascot SixthForm. This in turn suits higher education courses inEngineering, Architecture, Graphic Design and ProductDesign amongst others. Employment areas includeArchitecture, Product Design, Building and Construction,Engineering, Manufacturing Industry, Design andTechnology Teaching, Stage Design and Graphic Design.


Name: Mr Martin SmithEmail:[email protected]

Level:GCSEExamination Board:Edexcel

SUBJECT:DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY Specification: 1DT0


“Design and Technology allowed meto gain a really useful qualificationin a practical environment. The course provided a greatopportunity to learn about thesubject as a whole and also aspecialist materials area.”STUDENT EXPERIENCE

Josh

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GCSE course outline

GCSE Physical Education provides students with theknowledge and understanding of how to live a healthyand active lifestyle, enabling them to make informedchoices about their own physical development. Studentscan choose from a variety of roles and activities in whichto participate in physical activity.

Students will learn how to analyse and evaluateperformance and suggest effective plans forimprovement.

Theory made up from:

1. Applied anatomy and physiology

2. Movement analysis

3. Physical training

4. Use of data

5. Sports psychology

6. Socio-cultural influences

7. Health, fitness and well-being

Practical

Practical performance in three different physical activitiesin the role of player/performer (one in a team activity, onein an individual activity and a third in either a team or inan individual activity). Analysis and evaluation ofperformance is undertaken to bring about improvementin one activity.

Coursework element is 40%: 30% practical and 10%written.

Skills required

You should be a practical performer in 3 sports; one in ateam activity, one in an individual activity and one ineither a team or in an individual activity. It is preferable tohave some knowledge and understanding of the humanbody and movement.

Assessment Method

Coursework: Performance analysis in one sport

Examinations:

There are two 1 hour 15 minute examinations.

1. The human body and movement in physical activity and sport.

2. Socio-cultural influences and well-being inphysical activity and sport.


There are a variety of courses offered in the Sixth Form atLVS Ascot that link to this qualification. These include Alevel PE, BTEC Sport, Sport and Fitness Services. Thefollowing careers can be pursued by someone with aninterest in this subject PE Teacher, Physiotherapist,Coach/Trainer, Sports Management, Sports Psychologistand Sports Massage.


Name:Mrs Emma PearceEmail: [email protected]

“The theory is extremelyinteresting and engaging and thepractical part makes itcompetitive and fun.”

Elliot

STUDENT EXPERIENCE

Level: GCSEExamination Board:AQA

SUBJECT: PHYSICAL EDUCATION Specification:8582


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Introduction to BTEC Firsts

BTECs are vocationally related qualifications, wherelearners develop knowledge and understanding byapplying their learning and skills in a work-related context.Additionally, they are popular and effective because theyengage learners to take responsibility for their ownlearning and to develop skills that are essential for themodern-day workplace. These skills include: teamworking;working from a prescribed brief; working to deadlines;presenting information effectively; and accuratelycompleting administrative tasks and processes. BTEC Firstsmotivate learners, and open doors to progression intofurther study and responsibility within the workplace.

Course Outline

BTEC Level 2 First Award in Sport has been developed to:

• encourage personal development through practical participation and performance in a range of sports and exercise activities

• give learners a wider understanding and appreciation of health-related fitness, sports and exercise through aselection of optional specialist units

• encourage learners to develop their people,communication, planning and team-working skills byhaving the opportunity to select from optional unitsavailable in the qualification structure

• provide education and training for sport, leisure and recreation employees

• give opportunities for sport, leisure and recreationemployees to achieve a nationally recognised level 1 orlevel 2 vocationally-specific qualification

• give full-time learners the opportunity to progress toother vocational qualifications, such as the Pearson BTECLevel 3 Nationals in Sport or Sport and Exercise Sciences,or on to GCE A level, and in due course, to enteremployment in the sport and active leisure sector

• give learners the opportunity to develop a range of skillsand techniques, personal skills and attributes essentialfor successful performance in working life.

Assessment Method

There are two compulsory units that studentswill study:

• Fitness for Sport and Exercise (external assessment– 1 hour online exam)

• Practical Sports Performance (internal assessment)

And two out of four optional units:

• The Mind and Sports Performance (internal assessment)

• The Sports Performer in Action (internal assessment)

• Training for Personal Fitness (internal assessment)

• Leading Sports Activities (internal assessment)


There are a variety of courses offered in the Sixth Form atLVS Ascot that link to this qualification. These include Alevel PE, and BTEC Diploma Sport.

The following careers can be pursued by someone withan interest in this subject PE Teacher, Physiotherapist,Coach/Trainer, Sports Management, Sports Psychologistand Sports Massage.

Level:BTEC Level 2 First Award Examination Board:Edexcel

SUBJECT: SPORT


Name:Mrs Emma PearceEmail: [email protected]

“I love the wide range of thecourse – and the way it makessport relevant to the wider world!”

Marcus

STUDENT EXPERIENCE


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