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Studley High School Year 9 Options

Booklet 2015 - 2017

STUDLEY HIGH SCHOOL “This is an outstanding academy.” Ofsted November 2011

Options Booklet 2015-17

This booklet is designed to help inform the important decisions you and your child will be making in the next few weeks. It is important to us that every pupil in the school has the opportunity to choose a number of subjects they wish to study at GCSE. It is also very important to us that each pupil is supported in achieving their maths and English GCSEs to allow them the best chance of moving into employment, further training or Post 16 education. All of our pupils will sit either 8, 9 or 10 GCSEs (other than in exceptional circumstances) allowing all pupils the chance to sit a broad, balanced, academic curriculum. This year at Studley High School we will have 4 routes available to pupils with small but significant differences between each route. We do this to ensure that all pupils have opportunity to secure the best from their GCSEs. Even in a school of our size, where we are 10% above national averages for pupils achieving 5A*-C GCSEs including English and maths, it means that approximately 50 pupils leave school without securing both maths and English GCSEs at grade C. This is something we are always looking to improve. Our 4 routes consist of the following; Blue Route- 10 GCSE-Separate sciences and 3 options choices (Maths, 2 English, Religious Studies, 3 science and 3 options) Green Route - 10 GCSE- Additional science and 4 options choices (Maths, 2 English, Religious Studies, 2 science and 4 options) Yellow Route- 9 GCSE- Additional science and 3 options choices (Maths, 2 English, Religious Studies, 2 science and 3 options + (1 extra maths lesson, 1 extra English lesson and a skills lesson)) Orange Route - 8 GCSE- Core science and 3 options choices (Maths, 2 English, Religious Studies, 1 science and 3 options + ASDAN + (1 extra maths lesson, 1 extra English lesson and 1 extra science lesson) You will have received a letter suggesting the appropriate route for your child. I hope that you find the booklet useful and that, alongside the Options Evening, you feel supported in making the right choices. The deadline for completion of the Options Choices is Wednesday 11th February. The link can be found at www.surveymonkey.com/s/SHS_optionchoices . There is also a copy at the back of this booklet if you would prefer to complete on paper.

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CORE SUBJECT : ENGLISH

COURSE : WJEC

All pupils are required to take both English Language and English Literature. ENGLISH LANGUAGE WJEC 100% Examination English Language Examination Unit 1: 20th Century Literature Reading and Creative Writing Prose 1 hour 45 minutes 40% of qualification Unit 2: 19th and 21st Century Non-Fiction Reading and Transactional/Persuasive

Writing 2 hours

60% of qualification Unit 3: Spoken Language One presentation/speech, including responses to questions and feedback. Speaking and Listening assessments no longer count towards candidates’ final grades; instead, an overall grade will be reported separately on the GCSE certificate alongside the GCSE grade.

CURRICULUM AREA LEADER – MRS V DUNLOP ENGLISH LITERATURE WJEC 100% Examination English Literature Examinations Unit 1: Shakespeare and Poetry 2 hours 40% of qualification Unit 2: Post-1914 Poetry/Drama, 19th Century Prose and Unseen Poetry 2 hours and 30 minutes 60% of qualification

See website for more details



CORE SUBJECT : MATHEMATICS

COURSE : EDEXCEL All pupils will study Mathematics, and all will be entered for GCSE at the appropriate level. The aim is to provide a course which is relevant to everyday needs, further study and future employment. GCSE Mathematics can be studied at two levels – Foundation and Higher, depending upon the ability of the pupil concerned. Currently the course is a linear course consisting of:

Two examination papers Paper 1 is a calculator paper Paper 2 is a non-calculator paper

CURRICULUM AREA LEADER – MS M HATFIELD The content covered by the course will include opportunities to develop:-

Their knowledge of mathematical notation, terminology, convention and units.

Their knowledge in a functional way in real-life scenarios.

Their ability to understand and interpret information presented in verbal, graphical and tabular form.

Their ability to recognise and apply the most suitable mathematical methods to the solution of problems and investigations.

Their ability to manipulate mathematical expressions and make logical deductions.

Their ability to use both a calculator and a computer as aids to learning.

Their understanding of shape and space through drawing and practical work.

Their ability to analyse data and present a logical, well-reasoned solution.



CORE SUBJECT : CORE SCIENCE

COURSE : AQA Science A Core Science is taken by a select number of pupils who will achieve 1 GCSE in Science. During Years 10 and 11 pupils will study a combination of Biology, Chemistry and Physics which will be assessed as follows: B1 1 hour C1 1 hour P1 1 hour 1 Controlled Assessment All papers will be taken at the end of Year 11. Pupils will then be certified a CORE science GCSE grade by AQA.

CURRICULUM AREA LEADER - MS Z HAINES



TRIPLE SCIENCE

COURSE : AQA BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS During years 10 and 11 pupils will study science in three separate subjects Biology, Chemistry and Physics, thereby achieving 3 GCSE science grades at the end of Year 11. (i.e. 3 lessons of each subject each week taught by specialist teachers). This course is particularly relevant for those pupils who want to study Science at ‘A Level’. We recommend that pupils achieving a level 6 or above at KS3 should be taking triple award science. Assessment will be written papers. In the summer of Year 11 pupils will sit: B1, B2, B3 and be awarded a Biology GCSE by AQA. C1, C2, C3 and be awarded a Chemistry GCSE by AQA P1, P2, P3 and be awarded a Physics GCSE by AQA Please note: AQA are currently making changes to the assessment structure.

CURRICULUM AREA LEADER –

MS Z HAINES



CORE SUBJECT : PHYSICAL EDUCATION

All pupils continue to participate in Physical Education in Key Stage 4 for two lessons a week. Those who choose to do GCSE PE will use these two lessons as an extension of their studies, continuing to follow the GCSE practical specification, which will assist their skill and fitness development. Non GCSE pupils will follow a recreational pathway, allowing pupils to compete outside the realms and rigours of GCSE studies, yet still challenge and enhance their skill and fitness levels. Both routes will offer a variety of activities, building upon skill and techniques learnt in KS3. Assessment during KS4 will be in the form of Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum for exceptional performance. PE enables pupils to work individually, in groups and in teams, developing concepts of fairness and personal and social responsibility. They take on different roles and responsibilities including leadership, coaching and officiating. Through the range of experiences that PE offers, pupils learn how to be effective in competitive, creative and challenging situations.

CURRICULUM AREA LEADER – MR D HAWKINS

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CORE SUBJECT – PHILOSOPHY & ETHICS

COURSE : OCR in Religious Studies B (J621) Who is God and does he exist? Do miracles happen or are they just lucky events? How did evil enter the world? If God is all-powerful, why doesn’t he stop human suffering? What happens when we die? How will we be judged on Judgement Day? Is the universe a result of a ‘Big Bang’ or was it created by a designer God? Are humans more important than animals? Are men and women really equal? Should people of the same sex be allowed to marry each other? Why are some people against abortion? Should people be allowed to choose when they want to die? Should capital punishment be permitted in this country? When is it acceptable to go to war? Is it always easy to forgive someone? If everybody is equal, why do we still have stereotypes? Have you ever asked yourself any of these questions? Do you enjoy discussing topics that are relevant for today? Do you want to find answers to deep and meaningful questions? If you do, then the Philosophy and Ethics full course could be for you. Contrary to popular belief, you do not have to be religious to study Philosophy and Ethics. All you need is the ability to explore and understand what others believe such as Christians and atheists, and be able to justify your own opinion. You never know, you might just be able to find the answers to some of the questions above! This course is especially useful for those people wanting to secure a job working with the general public, e.g. nursing, law, social work etc.

SUBJECT LEADER – MR ROSE The course consists of the following four units of work, each is examined in a one hour examination. Ethics 1 Religion and Human Relationships, Religion and Medical Ethics Ethics 2 Religion and Equality Religion Peace and Justice Philosophy 1 Deity End of Life Philosophy 2 Good and Evil Religion and Science



CORE SUBJECT : PERSONAL, SOCIAL, HEALTH AND ECONOMIC EDUCATION (INC CAREERS) (PSHE) & CITIZENSHIP This section of the core curriculum is delivered in four Personal Development Days throughout the year. On these days the normal timetable will be suspended and each year group will participate in workshops and activities, some of which will be run by outside agencies and professionals in this field. This will enable the students to explore these issues in more depth.

Citizenship During Key Stage 4 students will study 3 main areas:

Democracy and Justice

Rights and Responsibilities

Identity and Diversity

These areas will help students to think about and discuss topical, political, spiritual, moral, social and cultural issues, problems and events. They study the legal, political, religious, social, constitutional and economic systems that influence their lives and communities, looking more closely at how they work and their effects.

They are encouraged to be actively involved in the life of their school, neighbourhood and wider communities, taking greater responsibility. They develop a range of skills to help them do this, with a growing emphasis on critical awareness and evaluation. They develop knowledge, skills and understanding in these areas through, for example, learning more about fairness, social justice, respect for democracy and diversity at school, local, national and global level, and through taking part in community activities.

SUBJECT LEADER -

MR J SIDHU

Personal, Social and Health Education During Key Stage 4 students will study 2 main areas: 1. Personal Wellbeing Students are encouraged to recognise and understand their own personal identity and the factors that affect it. They can use this information to develop their understanding of the different relationships that they will encounter as an adult. This will then lead onto a study of the diverse nature of people and communities. Students learn how to achieve a healthy lifestyle, both physically and emotionally. They are encouraged to choose a risk free lifestyle and learn how to attempt new and challenging situations.

2. Economic Wellbeing and Financial Capability Students are given guidance on what qualities they need to achieve their ideal career. They learn how to manage their personal finances and how to plan for their future. Students are given an introduction to the meaning of enterprise and the world of the consumer. In addition to this students are given a glimpse as to the role of money in the global economy and the functions and uses of money.

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STUDLEY HIGH SCHOOL This is an outstanding academy.” Ofsted November 2011


ADDITIONAL SCIENCE

COURSE : AQA Science A During Years 10 and 11 pupils will study a combination of Biology, Chemistry and Physics and will be awarded a CORE Science GCSE and an Additional Science GCSE at the end of Year 11. Assessment will be by written papers and controlled assessments. In Year 10 pupils will study Biology, Chemistry and Physics. (2 lessons of each per week, taught by specialist teachers). The B1, C1 and P1 exams are each 1 hour long and are sat in the summer of Year 11. Pupils will then be awarded a CORE GCSE Science grade by AQA. 1 Controlled Assessment In Year 11 pupils will study Biology, Chemistry and Physics. (2 lessons of each per week, taught by specialist teachers). The B2, C2 and P2 exams are each 1 hour long and are sat in the summer of Year 11. Pupils will then be awarded an Additional GCSE Science grade by AQA. 1 Controlled Assessment

CURRICULUM AREA LEADER - MS Z HAINES



HISTORY

COURSE : OCR (Modern World History) We shall be studying the OCR Modern World History syllabus. This follows on from the learning undertaken in Year 9 in the Conflict, Challenge and Change Unit. The course will include the study of international relations between 1945 and 1975. Three countries will also be studied in more depth – Britain, Germany and the USA. Pupils will have the opportunity to examine source materials and develop their own knowledge of historical issues. The course has three components:- Paper 1 (45% of the marks) covers international relations, 1945 to 1975, which investigates the cold war and explores issues such as the Cuban missile crisis. Candidates will also answer questions on Germany 1918-45. They will examine events following the end of the First World War, the Weimar Republic, and the rise of Hitler and life in Nazi Germany. Paper 2 (30% of the marks) consists of a source-based investigation of an historical issue taken from the British Depth Study 1890-1918. Topics will include the Liberal Reforms, Women’s Fight for the Vote and aspects of the Home Front in the First World War. HISTORICAL ENQUIRY (25% of the marks) will be based on one controlled assessment covering content drawn from the history of the USA in the twentieth century. Topics studied include Prohibition, the ‘Roaring 20s’ and the Wall Street Crash and its consequences. The Controlled Assessment is 2,000 words in length and will be supervised and marked by staff.

SUBJECT LEADER – MISS A CHAUHAN

All pupils take the same full course examination - there are no tiers. Pupils will enjoy this course if they want to study a subject that involves learning about and discussing the events that have shaped today’s society. Important functional skills like a critical approach to evidence, analysis and communication will be developed. These will be useful in post-16 studies. As well as broadening students’ general knowledge, the study of GCSE History provides useful background for careers in the media, business and legal professions.

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DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY: RESISTANT MATERIALS

COURSE : AQA

Resistant materials is an exciting, energetic and creative course. It provides students the freedom to be imaginative, whilst also teaching them about machines, tools and processes.

Students who choose this course will be developing their knowledge and skills from the topics which they have already covered in KS3. Those topics include:-

Clock project

Pewter jewellery casting

Mechanical toy

Lazy Lizard

You should choose this subject if you.

Think creatively

Enjoy problem solving

Like to work in a range of materials Create and develop design ideas.

You should choose this subject if you.

Think creatively

Enjoy problem solving

Like to work in a range of materials

Create and develop design ideas.

SUBJECT LEADER – MR M SALMON

Resistant Materials provides a good range of practical skills and is a sound basis for future study/employment within the design and manufacture industries. Careers could include:-

Theatre set design

Product design

Car design/manufacture

Furniture designer

We follow the AQA specification for Resistant Materials, which consist of two parts.

1. 60% Coursework (including design and manufactures of a working product).

2. 40% Examination (2 hour paper testing design skills and knowledge



MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES FRENCH, GERMAN AND SPANISH

COURSE : EDEXCEL

It is very important that you choose at least one MFL to take to GCSE. Languages play a large part in the social and economic life

of the 21st century.

It is recognised that employers value language learning as they believe it enhances communication skills. This means that an employee who knows a language has the potential to earn more.

French, German and Spanish are still among the 3 most recognised and known languages throughout the world. 500 million people speak French, 180 million people speak German and 417 million people speak Spanish. Here are some of the skills which help when learning a language:

enjoy communicating with others

have an interest in your own language and culture

have an interest and a respect for other people’s language and culture

have the skills to learn off by heart

make the link between the work you do in one lesson and see how it fits in with the work you do in subsequent lessons

learning languages keeps pace with popular culture – keeps you world aware

CURRICULUM AREA LEADER – MRS S MAY The structure of the course

2 writing controlled assessments

2 speaking controlled assessments

1 listening examination at the end of the course

1 reading examination at the end of the course The controlled assessments take place at intervals during years 10 and 11.

Before you write on your Options list the language(s) you want to do, please discuss it with your MFL teacher.

We achieve GCSE results well above the national average.

Some universities expect a pass at GCSE in a Modern Foreign Language even if you are not studying languages at degree level.

It is becoming increasingly important to teach a language at primary school level. Bear this in mind if you want to teach in a primary school.

People with language skills are much in demand Languages open doors Learning languages is enjoyable!



COMPUTER SCIENCE

COURSE : AQA Computer technology continues to advance rapidly and the way that technology is consumed has also been changing at a fast pace over recent years. The growth in the use of mobile devices and web-related technologies has exploded, resulting in new challenges for employers and employees. For example, businesses today require an ever-increasing number of technologically-aware individuals. This is even more so in the gaming, mobile and web related industries and this course has been designed with this in mind. The GCSE Computer Science course will get you working with real-world, practical programming techniques that will give you a good understanding of what makes technology work. What will you do? The subject content of this course consists of: 1. Constants, variables and data types 2. Structures 3. Program flow control 4. Procedures and functions 5. Scope of variables, constants, functions and procedures 6. Error handling 7. Handling external data 8. Computer structure

a. Systems d. Memory b. Hardware e. Secondary storage c. CPU

9. Algorithms 10. Data representation 11. Software development lifecycle

a. Prototyping 12. Application testing 13. Networking

a. Client server b. Web application concepts

SUBJECT LEADER – MRS M DUDLEY 14. Use of external code sources 15. Database concepts

a. Query methods (SQL) b. Connecting to databases from applications and web based apps

16. The use of computer technology in society How will you do it? The computer science syllabus will be taught using a mixture of practical programming and theoretical based lessons. You will develop skills during this course which will enable you to: a) Develop your understanding of current and emerging technologies and how they work and apply this knowledge and understanding in a range of contexts b) Acquire and apply knowledge and understanding of the use of algorithms in computer programs to solve problems using programming c) Use your knowledge and understanding of computer technology to become an independent and discerning user of ICT, able to make informed decisions about its use, and aware of the implications of different technologies d) Acquire and apply creative technical skills, knowledge and understanding of ICT in a range of contexts e) Develop computer programs to solve problems f) Develop the skills to work collaboratively g) Evaluate the effectiveness of computer programs/solutions and the impact of and issues related to the use of computer technology in society What will you achieve? You will achieve a GCSE qualification with AQA. The full grade range is available to all students (G to A*) Assessment Component 1 – Practical Programming Controlled Assessment Task 1 (30%) Component 2 – Practical Programming Controlled Assessment Task 2 (30%) Component 3 – Computing Fundamentals External Exam (40%)



MUSIC – PRACTITIONER AWARD

COURSE : ROCKSCHOOL LEVEL 2 AWARD FOR MUSIC PRACTITIONERS

Employment opportunity in the music industry is centred on self-employment or small-team operations rather than contracted employment with large companies and organisations. This is a flexible, vocationally-relevant popular music qualification which will equip learners with the skills to develop realistic employment opportunities in the music industry or to progress to Further Education and Higher Education.

At Studley we offer the Performing pathway leading to the Level 2 Award (the equivalent of one GCSE). This consists of two units of work; a Core unit and an Optional unit.

The Core unit is called Live Music Performance. In this unit, which is spread over almost the whole duration of the course, you will be expected to make significant progress as a performer on your instrument/voice. For the final assessment candidates must perform a 15 minute set to a live audience, either solo or in a group, addressing the requirements of image, repertoire, rehearsal, stagecraft and audience interaction. Candidates can make use of Rockschool exam repertoire; standard pop songs; write their own or present a combination.

The Optional unit is one of the following: Music Sequencing and production – using digital audio workstation (DAW) software (Cubase, Sonar, Protools etc) to create a song with at least 8 tracks, examples of drum and synthesiser programming and multi-effects processing. Composing music (either by yourself or in collaboration with a partner) – creating a set of original music for performance or recording.

Each unit has three grades: 86% - 100% Distinction Each unit must be graded 65% - 85% Merit a pass or higher in order 50% - 64% Pass to achieve the full Award.

SUBJECT LEADER – MR N WILTSHIRE For those wishing to extend their qualification from an Award to a Certificate (equivalent to two GCSEs) time permitting, there are optional extension units available (more details available) Composing Lyrics Listening to Music Digital Recording and Production Selling Music Learners completing a Level 2 qualification can progress to Level 3. Learners completing a Level 3 qualification will have the skills to progress straight into the music industry. Alternatively, they can progress to Higher education courses such as popular music, music technology and music business degrees. The Music Practitioner’s Award is part of a suite of vocational qualifications in music (see www.rockschool.co.uk for further information) that are now well-established, accredited by the Qualifications and Credit Framework, and accepted by colleges and universities offering higher qualifications in music. This option is accessible to both experienced and inexperienced musicians – you do not need to have studied an instrument already – and is an ideal choice for keen pop and rock musicians who want both educational and career options available to them once they leave school. However, a career in the performing arts is about being noticed and this course is a path towards becoming outstanding. As such, it requires commitment and dedication.

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MUSIC

COURSE : EDEXCEL The GCSE music course is an opportunity to really develop as a musician. During the course you will learn the skills necessary to become a composer and performer, able to turn an idea into a composition and a composition into a performance. GCSE also becomes the basis for progression to AS and A level GCE, as well as further study on vocational courses such as BTEC levels 2 and 3. The course is based on four areas of study: Classical music, music from the C20th, pop music and world music. With the emphasis on practical music-making you will experiment with the techniques of composition and performance in each area of study before choosing two that you particularly like; your choice of topics then becomes the starting point for your own portfolio of individual work. You are assessed through both coursework and an exam. There are FOUR pieces of coursework that make up 60% of the overall mark, and a 90 minute written exam that makes up the remaining 40%.

SUBJECT LEADER – MR N WILTSHIRE The coursework consists of:

Two of your own compositions, produced on the computer, notated and recorded (either live or as a MIDI sequence).

Two performances: one in which you are the main player, the other involving several players. Performances can be produced using EITHER music technology or a conventional instrument, or a combination of both. This means that you do not need to be a

guitarist or clarinet player to pass your GCSE, you can use a computer as your performance instrument.

The written exam consists of extracts of music from each area of study – each extract is listened to several times and you must answer a number of short questions using the correct terminology – followed by two extended questions on specific pieces that you have studied. This is a course for anyone with a passion for music, a curiosity about how it works and the imagination to explore their own ideas.



ART

COURSE : OCR

There are two courses offered under the heading Art & Design:-

Fine Art (Drawing and Painting)

Photography - Lens and Light Based Media FINE ART

DRAWING AND PAINTING This course involves the use of a wide range of drawing and painting materials and techniques (inks, watercolours, pastels, oils, collage etc). Students are able to use the computer for research purposes, and as a design tool - often in conjunction with digital imagery. The project-based approach allows freedom for individual ideas and expression, and an imaginative use of materials is encouraged. Students will develop their practical skills for working in art, craft and design and improve their skills in drawing from observation and use of art elements such as colour, texture and tone. Reference is made to the work of artists and designers and to the art of different cultures and historical periods. Uses and applications include illustration and graphics, print making, mural painting and other forms of 2D imagery. This is a practical course but the use of notes to record ideas and opinions is encouraged.

PHOTOGRAPHY, LENS and LIGHT-BASED MEDIA The course will be a digital photography GCSE course. The course is designed to equip students with the practical skills required to succeed in the 21st century. It provides instruction and hands-on experience in the technology, aesthetics, history and theory of digital imaging. Students will study and analyse the work of other artists/photographers and use this knowledge to enhance and influence their work. Students are encouraged to produce preparation and research at home. Students during class time will be able to translate their ideas through exploring and controlling materials and computer programmes. Students need the ability to produce independent research, and work to a deadline driven creative environment. The digital photography course is a practical course.

SUBJECT LEADER – MRS B MILNE

Homework All students are expected to keep a sketchbook in which they undertake homeworks on a regular basis. These will take the form of research, drawing tasks and experiments in the use of media. Homework will from part of the portfolio for assessment.

Assessment There are 2 components required for assessment, a portfolio of coursework and an examination.

Coursework (60% of total marks) Students must present a portfolio of work for assessment at the end of the course. A portfolio is everything produced in response to a given starting point or theme and may include sketches, studysheets, experiments, photographs etc. together with the final piece(s).

Examination (40% of total marks) Students are required to produce a unit of work over a fixed period of time. Candidates choose 1 question or starting point from a list of 12 and interpret this in any way they wish. Examples of starting points include such themes as local landscape, fairground/carnival, portrait, myths and legends, transport, memories/ journey/holiday etc.



DRAMA

COURSE : EDEXCEL Is this the right subject for me? Do you want to improve your confidence and communication skills? Are you considering a career that involves working with people? Are you able to work as part of a team? Do you want to develop your creativity and problem solving skills? Do you enjoy film and theatre and want to learn more about acting?

If the answer to any of these questions is ‘Yes’, then this might be the course for you. What will I learn? You will learn how drama is created, including all the acting and staging skills that are needed to put a piece of drama on to the stage. You will learn how to create a character and play this character in a performance. You will study a play and learn about how it is “taken from page to stage”. You will learn about the ideas and theories of important theatre practitioners such as Konstantin Stanislavski and Bertolt Brecht. You will also learn many other skills that are highly valued in any walk of life. These include working as part of a team and being able to communicate ideas effectively.

SUBJECT LEADER – MS V BEDDOES How will I be assessed? 75% of assessment is practical. There are no written examinations although you will be required to undertake three pieces of written coursework in controlled conditions. You will explore themes, ideas and plays in a wholly practical way and your teacher will assess how well you have done. You will be required for your final examination, to perform a play in front of an audience and a visiting examiner. Assessment is divided into course work and a final practical examination. Course work – 60% A series of practical workshops supported by written controlled assessments. Examination – 40% A final performance of an original piece of drama, devised and staged by the candidates and performed in front of an audience and a visiting examiner. What can I do after I’ve completed the course? After you have completed GCSE Drama you can go on to higher levels of study. These include: GCE Drama and Theatre Studies at AS and A2 Level BTEC National Performing Arts (Acting).



GEOGRAPHY

COURSE : OCR Geography provides an ideal partner for both science and arts based courses and geographers can be employed in a wide range of jobs, which make use of the skills learned when studying geography. Employers also value the knowledge acquired in geography related to current world issues. Geography tackles the big issues:

environmental responsibility

our global interdependence

cultural understanding and tolerance

commerce, trade and industry Exam Requirements There are 2 written papers. These account for 75% of the final mark. Candidates are entered for either Foundation Tier or Higher Tier papers, based upon their ability in the subject.

Students also complete 1 controlled assessment task of 2000 words (worth 25%).

SUBJECT LEADER – MRS J HODGES Syllabus Content

1 Contemporary themes in Geography Theme 1 – Extreme Environments – Hot Deserts Mountain Environments Theme 2 – The Global Citizen – Products / Services Energy Theme 3 – Similarities and differences in settlement and population – Our local area A named non-UK area 2 Geographical Skills including OS map interpretation

3 Local Geographical Investigation Issues linked to retail areas Issues linked to settlements and land use

Is geography a good choice in terms of getting a job? The answer is a resounding YES!

Geographers can: Geographers are:

make a concise report good communicators

handle data spatially aware

ask questions and find answers well rounded, flexible thinkers

make decisions about an issue problem solvers

analyse material good team players

organise themselves computer literate

think creatively and independently socially, economically and environmentally aware



FOOD TECHNOLOGY COURSE : AQA This interesting and lively course gives students the opportunity to complete a wide range of practical work in the making of different food products. In Year 10 this will include pastry making (e.g. chocolate éclairs) bread, cakes, sauces, meat/vegetarian dishes and chilled desserts. In addition to refining of the student’s practical skills they will complete written tasks which will prepare them for their final examinations in Year 11. A key advantage of this course is the heavy weighting (60%) given to the major Controlled Assessment in year 11. The title of this assessment can be chosen from a list provided by the AQA examination board. Written examination = 40% of the final grade. The following topics are covered in preparation for this examination:

The nutritional / functional properties of food

Storage of food and food products

Developing new products

Food additives

Social, economic, cultural and environmental issues (e.g. Farm Assured, free range, organic and genetically modified food)

Technological Developments

SUBJECT LEADER – MRS H DAVIES



PHYSICAL EDUCATION / GAMES

COURSE : EDEXCEL Is GCSE Physical Education right for you? The GCSE Physical Education course will appeal to you if:

You have a keen interest in sport and recreation and always look forward to your P.E. lessons.

You take part in sport / recreation outside of class time.

You want to follow a course that develops knowledge and understanding through practical involvement.

Are considering a sport-related career or an A level / higher education course.

What will you learn? You will:

Develop your knowledge and practical skills in a range of physical activities.

Examine the effects of exercise and how training can improve performance.

Find ways to improve your own performance in a variety of roles.

Identify ways to develop and maintain a healthy and active lifestyle through participation in physical activity.

Appreciate the benefits of promoting ‘sport for all’.

CURRICULUM AREA LEADER – MRS D HAWKINS How will you be assessed?

Unit 1: The theory of Physical Education Section 1.1: Healthy Active Lifestyles Section 1.2: Your Healthy, Active Body These two sections are externally marked. 40% of overall marks. 1 ½ hour written exam

Unit 2: Performance in Physical Education Section 2.1: Practical Performance 4 practical performance assessments. 48% of overall marks. Section 2.2: Analysis of Performance Controlled assessment. 12% of overall marks.

For more information regarding the content and structure of this course please refer to the PE page on the school website.

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HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

COURSE : AQA

The GCSE:

Actively engages students in the processes of Health and Social Care to help them develop as effective and independent learners

Encourages students to understand aspects of personal development and the health, social care and early-years sectors through investigation and evaluation of a range of services and organisations

Develops a critical and analytical approach to problem-solving within the health, social-care and early-years sectors

Examines issues which affect the nature and quality of human life including an appreciation of diversity and cultural issues Unit 1 : Understanding Personal Development and Relationships Written paper – 1 hour 15 mins – 70 marks (40% of final grade) Detail covered on stages of physical growth and intellectual/social/emotional development All pupils take the same full course examination - there are no tiers. Unit 2: Health, Social Care and Early Years Provision Controlled internal assessment – 20 hours (60% of final grade) Covers needs of client groups, access and barriers to provision, work roles.

SUBJECT LEADER – More detailed information on the course can be found at : http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/health-and-social-care/gcse/health-and-social-care-4820 What can I do after I’ve completed the course? Studying GCSE Health and social care will provide you with a solid foundation needed to work in this expanding industry. It can open you up to job opportunities within the industry such as nursery assistants, support workers, health assistants. You may choose to undertake further study to follow careers such as nursing, child care, counselling, medicine, psychology, physiotherapy, early years teaching etc.

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/health-and-social-care/gcse/health-and-social-care-4820

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/health-and-social-care/gcse/health-and-social-care-4820



ICT COURSE : Certificate in Digital Applications (Cida) What will you do?

The course is designed to follow on from the KS3 syllabus with a strong emphasis on producing work suitable for both audience and purpose. It promotes creative use of applications, and its real-life, outcome orientated emphasis is involving and stimulating. Digital Applications focuses on ICT as a powerful tool for real-life use within a wide range of applications. It encourages students to become independent users of ICT, making appropriate choices of software and tools to be used. Students are expected to be able to plan and manage the integration of tools from different software.

Areas of Study

Students work on 2 units:

Unit 1: Developing Web Products (Compulsory) And 1 from the following list

Unit 2: Creative Multimedia Unit 3: Artwork and Imaging Unit 4: Game Making

How will you do it?

Lessons will involve use of the computers to produce a range of multimedia products

Assessment Method

Unit 1 – Developing Web Products Pupils will take one 2 ½ practical, examination. Candidates are expected to use web authoring and other software tools to build and test a web-based product. Unit 2 – Creative Multimedia Students will work on an exam board set task, which will require them to create multimedia products for a specified audience and purpose. Unit 3 – Students will work on an exam board set task, which will require them to create, edit and manipulate graphics for a specific purpose and audience. Unit 4 – Students will work on an exam board set task, which will require them to design, create and code a game for a specific audience and purpose. This second unit should take you approximately 30 hours to complete. Students work is graded at each level as A*, A, B, C. What Will you Achieve?

Students will achieve a Certificate in Digital Applications (CiDA) This is awarded by Edexcel and is equivalent to one GCSE.



The Option Grids Use the grids below to plan your route through the options and then complete the online form found by following this link https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SHS_optionchoices . A paper copy of the option grid is The school recommends that all pupils choose one of the following subjects: Geography, History, French, Spanish, German or Computer Science, as this will allow almost all pupils to access EBACC.

Blue and Green Routes → 10 GCSEs All pupils study the subjects in the core provision column. In the Science block select either triple science or additional science. If you chose triple science then you must chose triple science in option 4. In all the other option boxes select a first and second choice by putting 1 and 2 next to the subjects of your choice.

Core Provision Science Option1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4

English Language Triple Science ICT History German Triple Science

English Literature Additional Science

Resistant Materials

Art

Geography

ICT

Mathematics

Spanish

Drama

French Computer

Science

Core Science French GCSE PE History Spanish

Philosophy and Ethics

Photography Computer

Science

Drama Resistant

Materials

Geography Food

Technology Health and

Social Care

Art

Core PE (non GCSE)

GCSE Music Music

Practitioner

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SHS_optionchoices



Yellow Route → 9 GCSEs All pupils study the subjects in the core provision column. In this route you will study additional science as well as core science. In all the other option boxes select a first and second choice by putting 1 and 2 next to the subjects of your choice.


English Language ICT History German

Extra Maths and English

English Literature Additional Science

Resistant Materials

Art

Geography

Mathematics Spanish Drama French

Core Science French GCSE PE History



Science

Drama

Geography Food


Social Care

Core PE (non GCSE)

GCSE Music Music

Practitioner



Orange Route → 8 GCSEs All pupils study the subjects in the core provision column. In this route you will study core science, a single GCSE. In all the other option boxes select a first and second choice by putting 1 and 2 next to the subjects of your choice.


English Language

ASDAN Cope

ICT History German

Extra Maths and English

English Literature Resistant Materials

Art

Geography

Mathematics Spanish Drama French

Core Science French GCSE PE History



Science

Drama

Geography Food


Social Care

Core PE (non GCSE)

GCSE Music Music

Practitioner

Documents

Studley High School Year 9 Options Booklet 2015 - 2017 · Options Booklet 2015-17 ... 19th Century Prose and Unseen Poetry 2 hours and 30 minutes 60% of qualification ... coaching