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A list of all the Year 9 options for 2015-17
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Specialist Business and Enterprise School
West Hatch High School
Year 9 Options 2015 - 2017
GCSEs
Future
Routes
BTECs
Choices
Advice
My Decision
What is in this booklet?
Art
Business Studies
Catering
Child Development & Care
Computer Science
Drama
English Language
English Literature
Economics
French
Geography
History
ICT
BTEC ICT
Italian
Maths
Media Studies
Music
BTEC Music Technology
Performing Arts
Physical Education
BTEC PE: Dance
BTEC PE Sport
Religion, Philosophy and Ethics
Resistant Materials
Spanish
Science (Core & Additional)
Science (Triple)
Textiles
BTEC Travel and Tourism
Subjects
Page 1: Message from Mr Leonard
Page 2: Timeline of Options
Page 3: Making Your Choices
Page 4: Post-16 Options
Page 5: Post-16 Options Explained
Page 6: Things to Consider
Page 7: Work Experience
Page 8: Picking your options
Message from Mr Leonard Dear Year 9,
Welcome to your Year 9 Options
This booklet outlines all the information, advice and guidance that will help you to make the best
decisions about which subjects to study over the next two years.
Why is it important?
The choices and decisions you make now will have a significant impact on your future. These
decisions should not be made lightly, so we will offer you as much support as we can, to ensure you
follow the right path.
What can I choose?
Not all pupils will be able to choose all subjects. Every one of you will receive a personalised letter
which explains your specific option choices. These are based on your progress since joining the
school and your teacher’s knowledge of you.
What is the EBacc?
The ‘EBacc’ or English Baccalaureate is not a qualification in itself, but it was introduced by the
Government to recognise where pupils have secured a C grade or better across a core of academic
subjects: English, mathematics, the sciences, history or geography and a language. Although we do
not force pupils to take an EBacc route, we do recommend that where pupils are able to study these
subjects, they do so as they may give pupils more choice in the future.
This is particularly the case if pupils are considering university as some courses expect pupils to
have studied these facilitating subjects in the Sixth Form as well.
Who can help?
It is important that you have as much information and advice as possible. There are a number of
people you can speak to from myself to your Form Tutors, others in your Form and your Head of
House. You can also speak to Mr Windsor who leads on Options in the school and Mr Towsey, our
Careers Co-ordinator. He is based in the Careers Centre (next to S19) and you can visit him at any
point. If you have any questions do not hesitate to ask!
What next?
On the next page is a timeline for the process of making your GCSE choices. We will try to give you
as much information and support as possible before you choose your options so that you make the
best choices for you and your future.
Yours sincerely,
Mr D Leonard
Associate Headteacher
Options Timeline
Options Assembly
9th February
Options Booklets
Handed Out
Week Beginning
2nd March
Parents Evening
26th February
Options Evening
(from 6pm)
12th March
Transition Day
20th March ?
Mr Leonard will explain how the
options process works and how
everything links up.
An opportunity to discuss your
academic progress and possible
subject choices with your teachers.
This will be done during Form
Time, so you can read it and discus
it with your Form Tutor.
The Head and senior staff will
outline the options process to
parents/carers. There will then be
an opportunity to speak to subject
staff about courses and possible
options.
This is when you submit your
Option Choice Forms. There is also
the opportunity to take part in
activities about future careers.
Picking your options is a big step, but (as you can see) there is lots of support and
opportunities to talk about the process and help for you making your decisions.
You can also speak to Mr Towsey, our Careers Co-Ordinator, at any point about
possible options and choices. He is based in the Careers Centre, next to S19.
Making Your Choices Picking your GCSE options is entirely your choice. You will be the one who makes the
final decision, but we can offer you some advice about choosing your options.
Over the next couple of weeks you will have a number of workshops and sessions,
which will give you the opportunity to ask about your choices. You can speak to
Mr Towsey, our Careers Co-Ordinator, at any point (the Careers Centre is next to S19).
There is not necessarily a specific way to choose your options and there are lots of
things to consider when making your choices, but here are just a few things you might
want to think about:
Options Mythbusters!
CHOOSING A SUBJECT
BECAUSE OF A TEACHER
Please speak to your teachers
about your GCSE choices, but
remember that even though
they might teach you now, they
will not necessarily teach you in
Years 10 or 11.
CHOOSING THE SAME
SUBJECT AS YOUR FRIENDS
Do not pick a subject just because
your friends did.
1) It should be your choice
2) You might not be in the same
class as them anyway!
KNOW THE COURSE,
NOT JUST THE TITLE
You should not judge a book by its
cover, so do not judge a course by
its title. Make sure you know what
the course will involve. Find out
what topics you will cover and how
you will be marked.
Do your research.
CHOOSING A SUBJECT
YOU LOVE
Make sure that your optional
choices are subjects which
interest you and you would like
to study. The choice is yours
and you will be studying them
for two years, so do not make
the choice without thinking
about it and speaking to staff,
friends and family.
You do not need to decide on a career, to be able to decide on your GCSEs
Thinking about possible careers could help you decide which subjects to take, but
remember that you might change your mind. Choosing a range of subjects, you would like
to study, will give you the greatest options after Year 11. If you are thinking about a
particular career, you could speak to Mr Towsey and discuss what choices would be best.
Options Post-Year 11 (and why you should start
thinking about it now!) With the Raising of the Participation Age, you are now expected to stay in
education or training until your 18th Birthday.
This does not necessarily mean that you will have to stay in school, but you
will have a choice of three main options:
Full-time study in a school, college or with a training provider.
Work based learning (e.g. an Apprenticeship)
Full-time work or volunteering combined with part-time training.
Sixth Form, School
or College
Work or volunteering
(with training) Work Based Training
(e.g. Apprenticeship)
Year 11
The different routes might appeal to different people, but over the next two
years we will provide you with as much information as possible about all
the options. However, we would encourage you to start thinking about them
now. If you have any questions about options after Year 11 or careers you
can always contact Mr Towsey.
Work Experience
When? Last two weeks of July,
during Year 10
What? This will enable pupils to experience
first-hand the demands and expectations of
an employer. They also discover what it is
like to put in a full working day, and how to
make their own way to work.
Who? BEP (Business Education Partnership), an organisation that links schools
and employers, assist with arranging placements. However, we strongly
advise students to obtain a private placement through contacts; relations
etc., as this guarantees them their first choice in and industry or service
that will be more beneficial to them gaining valuable skills. Once a private
placement is secured BEP checks the suitability to ensure students work in
a safe and appropriate environment.
Why? For each pupil this should be a meaningful
experience and may be demanding.
The rewards, however, are significant and
begin to bridge the gap between school and
work as they investigate the different careers
that are available to them.
Work experience makes a vital contribution
to many parts of the curriculum as well as
demonstrating qualities and skills that will be
of benefit to them in the future.
Where? There is a wide variety of different
employers who offer work experience.
If you arrange your own work experience placement, you decide
where you spend the two weeks.
We would encourage you to think about a work experience placement
which could be linked to your possible future career; this could give you an
insight into a specific industry or occupation.
Got a question? If you have any questions about work experience, you can speak to
Mrs Muscatt, in the Main Office, or Mr Towsey, in the Careers Centre.
The
Curriculum
The following pages includes information about how the curriculum is
broken down. It includes information about making your choices and how
many hours a week you will to study each subject.
The Curriculum
These are the subjects that every student will study each week.
All students will then select one of the following preference
subjects, to study for 3 hours per week
English Language (2 hours per week)
English Literature (2 hours per week)
Mathematics (4 hours per week)
Science (6 hours per week)
Most students will study Core in Year 10
and Additional in Year 11
+
BTEC Sport
Physical Education (2 hours per week)
BTEC Dance or
+
+ +
Computer
Science French Geography History or or or
History
The Options
You will then need to select one more preference subject...
Geography Computer
Science French or or or
You will also need to decide:
1) Will you take BTEC Sports or Dance as part of your PE lessons?
2) If you have a Home Language, will you take this as a GCSE?
3) If you are offered Triple Science will you take this, which will
mean you study an extra hour of Science a week?
OR
Alternatively some students will be asked to select a
BTEC subject (but you will be notified by letter)
BTEC
ICT
BTEC
Music
Technology
BTEC
Travel &
Tourism
BTEC
Preforming
Arts (Acting)
or or or
If you wish to study a BTEC course, but have not been told to do so,
please see Mr Windsor to discuss this.
(Please note, if you select one of these BTEC subjects you will not be able to choose the
similar subject for GCSE ie BTEC ICT and GCSE ICT)
The Choices
You can then make two choices from the following subjects:
You may only take certain subjects (i.e. economics) if advised in your personal letter.
Art Business
Studies Catering
Child
Development
and Care
Computer
Science
Drama
(not with Prf. Arts)
Economics
(if advised) French
Geography
(not with T&T)
Italian
(if advised) History
ICT
(not with BTEC ICT)
Media Studies Music
(not with BTEC Music)
Physical
Education
Religion,
Philosophy &
Ethics
Resistant
Materials
Spanish
(if advised)
Textiles
Subjects
The following pages includes information about all the courses which are
offered at West Hatch.
It includes both the core and options choices for each of the pathways.
Art
Overview:?
UNIT 1: Controlled Assessment - maximum of 45 hours
to complete the portfolio. For this unit you will produce
a portfolio of work showing a personal response to a
given starting point. The portfolio will consist of
preparatory studies, development work and a
conclusion.
UNIT 2: 10 hours supervised OCR set task. You will
have a preparatory period to produce preparatory
studies and development work as a personal response
to a given starting point. In the final examination you
will complete your final personal response outcome.
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Internal Portfolio 60%
OCR External Task 40%
If you want to develop skills in Art and Design, expand your creativity and imagination, then you will
enjoy Art and Design. You will get involved in and work with a wide range of media applications.
Students will learn how to:
25% AO1 - Develop their ideas through investigations informed by contextual and other sources
demonstrating analytical and cultural understanding
25% AO2 - Refine their ideas through experimenting and selecting appropriate
resources, media materials, techniques and processes
25% AO3 - Record ideas, observations and insights relevant to their intentions in visual and/or
other forms
25% AO4 - Present a personal, informed and meaningful response demonstrating analytical and
critical understanding, realising intentions and, where appropriate, making
connections between visual, written, oral or other elements
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mr Hanley
Studying Art at College?...
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All
Level: GCSE Exam Board: OCR
advertising, marketing, design, fashion, architecture, publishing and media.
If pupils are thinking of applying to an art college they will need to take the
responsibility to photocopy their art work before the final coursework
deadline in December.
SYLLABUS CODE: J160
Business Studies
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Unit 1 40%
Unit 2 35%
Unit 3: Controlled 25%
UNIT 1: SETTING UP A BUSINESS
This unit is externally assessed through students completing written paper 1.
This section introduces students to the issues involved with starting a business.
UNIT 2: GROWING AS A BUSINESS
This unit is externally assessed through students completing written paper 2. This section builds
upon the work of unit 1, and considers how methods of expansion and objectives of larger
businesses might differ from smaller businesses.
UNIT 3: INVESTIGATING BUSINESSES
This is a controlled assessment unit. The work must be each students own individual response and
must be produced under controlled conditions. All controlled assessment tasks will be set by the
examination board. Students work is assessed internally, and externally moderated.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mr Cunningham
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All
Level: GCSE Exam Board: AQA
There are very few jobs where an
understanding of business would not be
useful. Obviously there are management
roles but have you ever thought about
HR, logistics or buying and
merchandising?
Overview:?
Students will be entered for two, one hour; written
examination papers, and complete a controlled
assessment.
Work will be divided up between taught and practical
lessons in each unit of work. Opportunities exist to
develop a wide range of key skills including ICT,
numeracy and communication skills.
The controlled assessment will involve a wide range of
research to produce a portfolio using ICT and business
skills.
Catering
Overview:?
This course will allow pupils the chance to develop and
extend their existing knowledge and skills of food, food
handling, cooking, presentation, nutrition and healthy
eating covered in Key Stage 3 whilst covering new areas
of study related to the catering industry.
The course will cover the industry – food and drink, Job
roles, employment opportunities and relevant training,
Health, safety and hygiene, Food preparation and
presentation, Nutrition and menu planning, Costing and
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Controlled 60%
Final Exam 40%
Task 1 is worth 20% of the controlled assessment mark and taken in Year 10. Pupils complete a
practical based task, set by the examination board within a time limit of 15 supervised hours.
YEAR 11
Task 2 is worth 40% of the controlled assessment mark and taken in Year 11. Pupils complete a
practical based task, set by the examination board within a time limit of 30 supervised hours.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mrs Barnard or Mrs Narwal
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All
Level: GCSE Exam Board: WJEC
You may be interested in career opportunities in the Hotel and Tourist
Industry or in a wide range of Catering Establishments
SYLLABUS CODE: 4740
TEACHING APPROACHES?
Many different approaches to teaching are used during the course. Tasks are set which encourage
pupils to acquire knowledge and experience through research, investigation, making and
evaluation. Active learning is central to the course. Pupils will be involved in a wide range of prac-
tical tasks, for which ingredients will need to be provided. Pupils will have the opportunity to expe-
rience working in a catering establishment. ICT skills are an integral part of the course. Pupils will
be expected to assess and evaluate their own and the group’s performance to enhance their own
personal progress and improve their learning achievements.
YEAR 10
OTHER INFORMATION?
Each practical based task consists of
research, planning, preparation,
cooking and evaluation. Practical work
plays a major role in the course with
pupils during Year 10 and 11 producing
a wide variety of food products. Current
healthy eating and nutritional guidelines
are constantly referred to.
All pupils will have the opportunity to
take the CIEH Level 2 Award in Food
Safety in Catering as part of their GCSE.
Child Development and Care
Overview:?
This is a new qualification which includes knowledge
and understanding of child development and
well-being necessary when preparing for working
with children in a variety of settings. This is a basic
introduction to childcare and development for children
aged 0-5 years.
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Unit Method
Unit 1 Controlled
Assessment and
class based tasks Unit 2
Unit 3 Multiple Choice
Unit 1
Gives an introduction to the types of settings and provisions for children. You will learn the
professional responsibilities of working with children and how to treat children with fairness and
equality.
Unit 2
You will learn about the Curriculum for young children, areas of development and the importance of
routines. You will learn how to keep children safe and the importance of observations and
assessments.
All units include a range of practical based tasks and learning.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mrs Sharma
Options after Year 11...
Can be chosen by: All
Level: Level 2 CACHE Exam Board: CACHE
This course can be used as progression onto the Level 3 Early Years Educator
Course in Year 12 and 13.
On completion of the Level 3 course, pupils can move into employment, or
onto university.
Teaching Approaches:
Many different approaches to teaching are used during the course. Tasks are set which encourage
pupils to acquire knowledge and experience through research and practical tasks. Pupils will have
opportunities to create resources and present their information in a range of ways. Pupils will take
part in whole and small group activities.
Computer Science
Overview:
This exciting GCSE gives you an excellent opportunity to
investigate how computers work and how they’re used,
and to develop computer programming and
problem-solving skills. You’ll also do some fascinating
in-depth research and practical work. For example, some
of the current investigations look at JavaScript, encryption
and assembly language programming.
This three unit course is designed to give you an in-depth
understanding of how computer technology works and a
look at what goes on ‘behind the scenes’. You don’t need
to have studied this subject before, and assessment is
quite simply
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
You will be assessed on a written
exam, a practical investigation and
a programming task.
The course will help you learn about critical thinking, analysis and problem solving. We hope you’ll find it a fun and interesting way to develop these skills, which can also be transferred to other subjects and even applied in day-to-day life. The computer systems and programming unit will teach you the theory about a wide range of issues such as hardware and software, the representation of data in computer systems, databases, computer communications and networking, programming and more. The practical investigation is all about engaging with computing in the real world. You’ll look at a computing topic in more depth and carry out a practical investigation into a computing issue. The programming project will call on you to design, code and test a solution to three tasks using a suitable programming language.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mrs Trickey
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All
Level: GCSE Exam Board: OCR
Networks Officer, Computer Programmer, Software engineer, financial
and resource management...
Drama
Overview:
You will perform in around five pieces over the two
years. Your two highest marks will be sent to the exam
board at the end of Year 11. You are assessed on your
preparation for a performance as well as the performance
itself.
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Controlled 60%
External Exam 40%
YEAR 10
At the start of Year 10 you will learn a range of
drama skills. After that, practical work will be in
the form of themed projects which lead to an
assessed performance.
These can be devised, improvised or scripted
pieces. You will spend the majority of your time
working in groups so co-operation is a vital skill.
These are prepared and rehearsed in lesson time
and marked by your teacher.
The options for practical work are: devised,
improvisation, physical theatre, theatre in
education, acting (from script) as well as the
design options: costume, props, puppets, sound,
make- up, lighting, masks and stage
management.
YEAR 11
The written paper is taken in May of Year 11 so
expect a certain amount of written homework.
When you are working on a practical project you
will have an on-going homework of keeping a
record of your practical work. After seeing live
productions you will need to make notes on the
production to prepare for the exam.
The written exam will have 3 parts:
Section A: Questions regarding your practical
work during the course. (compulsory)
Section B - Questions relating to practical prep-
aration and performance of a scripted play
OR
Section C -Study of a live theatre production,
which you have seen.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Ms Pavelkova or Mr Bell
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All, but not with Prf. Arts
Level: GCSE Exam Board: AQA
Apart from the most obvious pathway
into acting, drama is critical in building
skills in public speaking, confidence and
self-presentation, analytical skills,
self-discipline and an ability (hopefully)
to handle criticism. You will also be used
to working in a team and have
developed good research skills.
Economics
Overview:? Students will study 3 sections of Unit 11 and
2 sections of Unit 12.
Unit 11 will equip candidates with the basic tools to
understand their place in the national and global
economy. They will investigate a range of
contemporary issues and be asked to make reasoned
judgements and informed decisions.
In Unit 12 students will further develop their
understanding of economic concepts and theories
studied in Unit 11. Candidates will apply these to a
range of economic issues locally, nationally and
globally.
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
11: Personal 50% (70 Marks)
12: Investigating 50% (70 Marks)
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mr Cunningham (Head of Business and Economics)
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: Anyone offered the choice.
Jobs with an Economics basis vary however there is an emphasis on
progression into the Finance sector (trading, banking, accountancy, tax
advice, insurance and actuary work). other roles include management,
marketing, IT, education and of course and Economist.
Level: GCSE Exam Board: AQA
Other Information?
Opportunities exist to develop a wide range of key skills including ICT, numeracy and
communication skills. The course offers a detailed insight into current topics and provides a sound
foundation for further study. It also contributes a great deal to a student's social, ethical and moral
development as well as educating for citizenship.
Teaching Approaches?
The course will be using a variety of approaches including student practical activities, taught units
and research based assignments. Students are expected to be well motivated and able to work
independently as well as taking part in group and whole class discussions. They are expected to
follow news and to develop an interest in business and the economy by research.
SYLLABUS CODE: 4135
French
Overview:
This new syllabus was developed to meet the
needs of the National Curriculum. All pupils will
continue with French and the course is designed
to suit all abilities.
French is an option for students who have studied
the subject in Years 8 & 9
Topics Covered:
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Listening 20%
Reading 20%
Speaking 30%
Writing 30%
Listening and Reading
Out and about: Visitor information, weather, local amenities, accommodation, public transport and
directions.
Customer service and transactions: Cafes and restaurants, shops and dealing with problems.
Personal information: General interests, leisure activities, family friends and lifestyle.
Future plans, education and work: Basic language of the internet, simple job advertisements,
simple job applications and CV, school and college information and work and work experiences.
Speaking and Writing
Media and culture, sport and leisure, travel and tourism, business, work and employment.
Teaching Approaches?
Lessons will be conducted in the target language and use of English kept to a minimum.
Classwork will emphasise speaking. Students will take part in role play dialogues with the teacher
and with a partner. Students will also give prepared talks on topics being studied.
The languages assistants take part in whole group or small group activities to promote maximum
achievement on the speaking skill.
Homework may take the form of writing or learning tasks. On occasion an extended homework task
is set to provide in-depth practise of a skill or topic. It is essential that homework tasks are
completed in order to achieve the maximum grade.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Miss Green
Good choice if...
Can be chosen by: All.
Level: GCSE Exam Board: Edexcel
You may choose the Foundation or Higher Tier
Learning an additional language can be a great benefit for any career. Equally,
Oxbridge and Russell Group Universities like to see an additional language.
Specific careers could include translator, language teacher, Civil Servant (Foreign
and Commonwealth Office)
Geography
Overview:
The course is based on understanding and interpreting
information rather than learning facts, with the work
done in topic booklets. Fieldwork is essential and
there will be an optional three day trip to Yorkshire.
There is an emphasis on practical work including
web-based research. Student participation is
encouraged through the use of interactive
whiteboards. Geography is an important subject for
any career and links well with the sciences, business
studies, ICT and other Humanities subjects.
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Paper Weighting
1 30%
2 45%
Controlled
Assessment 25%
Theme 1: Challenges of Living in A Built Environment
This looks at quality of life in different developed and developing countries using photos and
research. Patterns of housing in rural and urban areas including fieldwork and census data using the
internet and GIS. Issues with services such as schools, leisure centres, shopping centres with
practical work including questionnaires and research. Areas covered will include the London 2012
site as well as examples of how areas can be sustainable in the future.
Theme 2: People and the Natural World Interactions
A practical understanding of the water cycle will lead to looking at our sources of water supply and
the use of computer simulations to show how areas suffer from drought. Examples of floods will be
researched using newspaper reports and websites to look at the scale of the problem locally and
globally. Coastal and river landforms will also be studied in this way.
The school’s automatic weather station will be used together with satellite images to study
contrasting weather systems. This will involve pupil PowerPoint presentations and computer
research. The issue of global climate change and the effect on ecosystems will also be looked at.
Theme 3: People, Work and Development
Variations in local, national and international employment patterns will be looked at using census
data and other web-based sources. Contrasting examples for both developing and developed
countries will be used to show how dependent we are on others. A study of how new technologies
affect our lives and how fair trade affects people at local levels helps our understanding of complex
world trade.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Miss Lowry and Miss Barrett
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All (not with Travel & Tourism)
urban planner, cartographer, teachers, community development manager, GIS
consultants, climatologist...
Level: GCSE Exam Board: WJEC
You may choose the Foundation or Higher Tier
Paper 1 1 hour - Theme 1 and Theme 2 Paper 2
30 mins Section A - Theme 3
90 mins Section B - Problem Solving
History
Overview:
This GCSE syllabus looks at international events in
Europe and America between the two World Wars. The
core content of the syllabus covers Europe 1919-1945.
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Paper Weighting
1 37.5%
2 37.5%
Controlled 25%
Paper 1 is split into three sections:
Section A and Section B - The Cold War, 1945-1975
Section C (Depth Study) - Germany, 1919-1945
Paper 2 is a source-based paper.
The paper will cover early 20th Century British History. It will investigate how women
got the vote and how the Liberal government coped with World War 1 and the
pressures of social reform.
Controlled Assessment
Candidates will have to submit an essay on the African American Civil Rights
Campaign, 1945-1970. The controlled assessment will be approximately 2000 words.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Ms Sterlini
Good choice if...
Can be chosen by: All
Typical employers of history graduates
include banks, television and radio
broadcasters, national and local
government, management consultancies,
law firms, schools, higher education
institutions, retailers…. Level: GCSE Exam Board: OCR
SYLLABUS CODE: J418 History Specification B
ICT
Overview:
The GCSE in ICT enables you to become an independent
and discerning user of ICT, able to make informed
decisions about its use and aware of its implications for
individuals, organisations and society. It will also help
you to acquire and apply creative and technical skills,
knowledge and understanding of ICT in a range of
contexts. You will develop ICT-based solutions to solve
problems and develop your understanding of current and
emerging technologies and their social and commercial
impact. You will also develop your understanding of the
legal, social, economic, ethical and environmental issues
raised by ICT and be able to recognise potential risks
when using ICT, and develop safe, secure and
responsible practice. By completing this GCSE course
you will also develop the skills to work collaboratively
and evaluate ICT-based solutions.
Topics Covered:?
Unit 1: Living in a Digital World
In this unit, you will explore how digital technology impacts on the lives of individuals, organisations
and society. You will learn about current and emerging digital technologies and the issues raised by
their use in a range of contexts (learning and earning, leisure, shopping and money management,
health and wellbeing and on the move). You will also develop an awareness of the risks that are
inherent in using ICT and the features of safe, secure and responsible practice.
Unit 2: Using Digital Tools
This is a practical unit where you will broaden and enhance your ICT skills and capability. You will
work with a range of digital tools and techniques to produce effective ICT solutions in a range of
contexts. You will also learn to reflect critically on your own and others’ use of ICT and to adopt safe,
secure and responsible practice. This unit is assessed through a Controlled Assessment Brief (CAB)
provided by Edexcel.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mrs Trickey
Can be chosen by: All, but not with BTEC ICT
Level: GCSE Exam Board: OCR
Assessment Method
This course is make up of two units.
One is externally examined and
the other is a controlled
assessment.
Possible Careers...
Networks Officer, Computer Programmer, Software engineer, financial
and resource management...
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
1 40%
2 60%
BTEC ICT
Overview:
This course will inspire and enthuse you to become
technology savvy – producers of technology products
and systems, rather than just consumers of them. It gives
you the opportunity to gain a broad understanding and
knowledge of, and skills in, the Information Technology
sector and some aspects of the creative industries, e.g.
computer games development.
Topics Covered:?
Unit 1: The Online World - Exam
Unit 2: Technology Systems - Exam
Unit 3: A Digital Portfolio
Unit 4: Creating Digital Animation
Unit 6: Creating Digital Graphics
Unit 7: Creating Digital Video
Unit 10: Database Development
Unit 14: Installing and Maintaining Computer Hardware
Unit 17: Multimedia Products Development
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mrs Trickey
Can be chosen by: Anyone advised,
Level: Level 2 BTEC Exam Board: Edexcel Assessment Method
This course is made up of nine units, two
externally examined and seven which
are assessed through controlled
coursework assignments.
Possible Careers...
Software Engineer, Website Content Manager, Computer Animator, Help Desk Support and Graphic Designer
but not with GCSE ICT
Italian
Can be chosen by: Anyone offered the choice.
Level: GCSE Exam Board: Edexcel
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Listening 20%
Reading 20%
Speaking 30%
Writing 30%
Good choice if... Learning an additional language can be a great benefit for any career. Equally,
Oxbridge and Russell Group Universities like to see an additional language.
Specific careers could include translator, language teacher, Civil Servant (Foreign
and Commonwealth Office)
Overview:
This new syllabus was developed to meet the
needs of the National Curriculum. The course is
designed to suit students who have demonstrated
high ability in French in Year 9.
Topics Covered:
Listening and Reading
Out and about: Visitor information, weather, local amenities, accommodation, public transport and
directions.
Customer service and transactions: Cafes and restaurants, shops and dealing with problems.
Personal information: General interests, leisure activities, family friends and lifestyle.
Future plans, education and work: Basic language of the internet, simple job advertisements,
simple job applications and CV, school and college information and work and work experiences.
Speaking and Writing
Media and culture, sport and leisure, travel and tourism, business, work and employment.
Teaching Approaches?
Lessons will be conducted in the target language and use of English kept to a minimum.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Miss Green
You may choose the Foundation or Higher Tier in Listening and Reading
Media Studies
Overview:? If you love films, television, newspapers and radio, and want to learn more about how to discuss
them and how to make them yourself, then this is the course for you.
Topics Covered:? GCSE Media Studies you will be given the opportunity to engage in creative and imaginative
expression through the construction of your own media texts. You will also study textual analysis
techniques through a study of Action/Adventure Films and learn how to deconstruct meaning within
them. Finally you will look at a cross-Media topic and study the production practices, how audiences
are targeted, how people, products and places are represented and the cultural messages
conveyed by those representations.
A Media Studies student should be:
Committed and not afraid of hard work
Have an open mind and enjoy discussion
Be self-motivated and organised
Be responsible when using expensive equipment
Have an interest in the use of technology
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Miss Georgiou
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All
Level: GCSE Exam Board: OCR
radio, print, TV, journalism, film, games, creative and digital media. Employers
vary from companies that are both agency and client based.
Assessment Method B321: Individual Media Portfolio
You will produce an individual portfolio containing an assignment and production exercise based
on at least two media texts from either popular music, celebrity, soap opera or video games.
B322: Textual Analysis and Media Topic (Moving Image):
This is a written exam in two sections:
1. Analysing a clip from and Action/Adventure film
2. Looking at audiences and institutions in TV comedy
B324: Production Portfolio in Media
Working as an individual or as part of a group you will produce a major practical piece choosing
one of the briefs set by the exam board and your teacher.
SYLLABUS CODE: J526
Music
Overview:? This course is designed to allow candidates to study
music through the combination of performing,
composing, listening and appraising with opportunities
for students to use both conventional instruments and
music technology. The Areas of Study cover a wide
range of music including classical, world and popular
music. All students are required to attend at least
one ensemble outside of lessons.
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Composition 30%
Performance 30%
Listening 40%
Composition (2 coursework pieces)
You will complete two compositions in different styles. Both pieces are composed according to a
brief and will be recorded. These recordings will be internally assessed before being submitted to
the exam board for moderation. Students need to have a basic knowledge of music theory and may
use real instruments and / or music technology to compose.
Performance (a solo and ensemble performance)
You will play or sing one solo piece and one ensemble piece on any instrument or voice.
Performances will be recorded and marked by the teacher examiner and moderated by the exam
board. The standard of performance for GCSE is Grade 3 and all students are expected to be at least
Grade 3 by the end of the course. All students are required to have regular tuition on an
instrument outside of lessons.
Listening (written exam)
You will sit an exam lasting 1 hour 30 minutes, and respond to questions played from a CD. The
questions are based on set works studied during the course in a variety of styles and traditions across
several Areas of Study. These include a) Structure in Western Classical Music (1600-1899) b)
Changing directions in Western Classical Music from 1900. c) Popular music and d) World Music.
The paper will be marked by Edexcel’s examiners.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mr Fourie (Head of Music)
Shopping List...
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All, but not with BTEC Music
Level: GCSE Exam Board: Edexcel
Musician, Promoter, Producer, Songwriter
Headphones, USB memory stick, folder with dividers, GCSE anthology & paper
SYLLABUS CODE: 1426
Music Technology
Overview: This vocational course is for students interested in
working in the music industry, specifically within
recording studios and production houses. The course
allows the study of music through a technology-based
route.
As the majority of the course is coursework-based we
require students to spend at least two hours per week
outside of class time completing work within the music
block. This will be by arrangement with the music staff.
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Coursework 75%
Exam 25%
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mr Fourie
Good choice if...
but not with GCSE Music Can be chosen by: Those offered the choice,
Level: Level 2 BTEC Exam Board: Edexcel
Headphones, USB memory stick, folder with dividers. An iPad or iPhone with GarageBand is highly recommended.
Unit 6: Introducing Music Recording
(coursework, studio-based) Unit 7: Introducing Music Sequencing
(coursework, computer-based)
Unit 8: Music & Production Analysis (exam) Unit 14: Producing a Music Recording
(coursework, studio-based) Unit 16: Music Showcase (coursework portfolio)
Unit 17: Researching a Music Topic
(coursework, research) Unit 18: Developing Modern Music Production
Skills (coursework, studio-based)
Unit 1: The Music Industry (exam)
In this unit you will gain an understanding of the scope of the music industry. You will discover
many different music-related jobs and will come to see how these different vocations interlink.
Unit 2: Managing A Music Product (coursework)
You will learn to plan, deliver and promote a live concert, CD, or other music product. The success
of your music product will rely heavily on the planning and development process. You will
research and implement different advertising strategies and review their effectiveness in
promoting your own product.
Core Units
Supplementary Units
Possible Careers...
Musician, Promoter, Producer, Songwriter
BTEC
Performing Arts (Acting)
Overview:
This is a highly practical course, in which you provide ev-
idence for your work in a variety of ways. During the
course you will be involved in a range of activities includ-
ing
Exploring acting skills
Taking part in performances
Developing performance skills
Working in the Performing Arts
Your evidence for all types of assessment might be; a
performance, a video diary, a log book, a power point
presentation, a lecture demo or any combination from
this list.
The course aims to provide a broad, balanced introduc-
tion to performing arts and keeps all possible progres-
sion pathways open.
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Individual Showcase 25%
There are three units to complete, each exploring a different element of drama.
Individual Showcase - In this unit you will prepare, perform and record an audition piece and write
a letter of application for a role specified by the exam board
Preparation, Performance and Production – In this unit you will learn how to work as a member of
a theatre company. As well as performing and will prepare for, and produce the performance by
carrying out tasks that are appropriate to your role. You will have to perform to an external target
audience.
Acting Skills - This is the backbone of the course. You will develop your vocal range and physical
expression through practical workshops and performance pieces. You will also explore a range of
techniques physical theatre, script work, devising theatre and learn about key practitioners and
their performance styles.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Ms Pavelkova
Did you know...
Pathway: All (not with Drama or Dance)
Level: Level 2 BTEC
BTEC Performing Arts is equivalent to one GCSE A*-C.
Distinction is equivalent to an A grade
Merit is equivalent to a B grade
Pass is equivalent to a C grade
Possible Careers...
The Edexcel BTEC level 2 First Award in Performing Arts provides a good foundation for learners in post-16
education. It provides suitable foundation for further study within the
sector through progression to qualifications such as the Edexcel BTEC
Level 3 Nationals in Performing Arts. Successful learners at level 2 may also
consider general qualifications at level 3, such as AS or A levels in Drama and
Theatre Studies and Performing Arts. The qualification does reflect the needs of
employers and further and higher education institutions.
Physical Education
Topics Covered:
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
1 40%
2 60%
Unit 1: The Theory of Physical Education
Section 1.1: Healthy, active lifestyles - To include: healthy lifestyles, influences on participating in activity, health and skill related exercise, training systems, importance of diet
Section 1.2: Your healthy active body -: effect of exercise on body systems, drugs in sport
Assessed via 1hr 30min written exam
Unit 2: Performance in Physical Education
Section A: Practical Performance
Section B: Analysis of Performance
Pupils are internally assessed and externally moderated in 4 sports and analysis of performance. Sports must be from at least 2 different activity areas. Pupils may be assessed in the role of player/participant, official or leader.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mrs Reid and Mr Flowers
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All
Level: GCSE
sports coaches, sports instructors or physical education teachers.
The aim of P.E. is to equip pupils with an active interest in sport which they can utilize and develop
in their adult lives.
We will offer pupils a diverse programme to allow them to find their own particular interests and
strengths. To do this, all pupils will follow a programme which will include team games, racquet
sports, individual activities, fitness and swimming.
All pupils will have two lessons of GCSE P.E. a week. One of these will be a practical lesson and one
will be a theory lesson. In addition, students will still have core PE that will be practically based
twice a week. However, these can sometimes be utilised for extra GCSE revision and GCSE PE
coursework time, so may be theory based.
Students will automatically be entered for Btec Sport unless they elect to take Btec Dance
(this box must be identified with a tick on the options sheet)
GCSE PE lessons ?
Core PE
Overview: The course builds on the knowledge, understanding and
skills established in Key Stage 3 Physical Education. It
will give you exciting opportunities to be involved in a
number of different physical activities, promoting an
active and healthy lifestyle. You should have an interest
in PE and sport, enjoy being active and appreciate the
benefits of keeping fit and healthy.
(not with Preforming Arts)
PE: Dance
Overview:
The BTEC Level 2 First Award in Performing Arts Dance
consists of two Mandatory units plus one optional
specialist unit that will be selected by the abilities and
experiences of the group.
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Solo Dance 25%
Unit 1: Individual Showcase
This unit covers what to include in a letter of application and how to prepare audition pieces or
presentations that demonstrate your relevant skills and knowledge. They have to perform at least
one Solo Dance.
Unit 2: Preparation, Performance and Production
In this unit you will learn how to develop a performance piece as a member of a fictional
performance company. You will take on a specific performing or production role and will prepare
for, and produce, a performance by carrying out tasks that are appropriate to your role. They will
have to perform to an external audience.
Unit 4: Dance Skills
This unit is all about developing your versatility as a dancer. As part of this development you will be
encouraged to develop your physical skills to help you become a stronger and more flexible danc-
er. You will explore and develop your dance skills in workshops and/or lessons where you will per-
form exercises and short sequences, before building up to a longer dance sequence. The unit will
then end in a final SOLO performance where you will showcase your newly acquired skills. You will
be assessed on your ability to master new skills and how you apply them in the final
performance.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mrs Minister
Did you know...
Will be studied by: Anyone choosing Dance
Level: Level 2 BTEC
Dance is part of the ‘Performing Arts’ course, but it can also be chosen instead
of BTEC Sport within your core PE lessons. Therefore it doesn't take away
one of your options.
There is no written examinations at the end of the course, but you will be ex-pected to produce essays and written
work throughout the course.
Three units will be covered and you will be individually graded as pass, merit,
distinction or distinction *
BTEC Sports
Overview:
This course is taught within the Key Stage 4 CORE PE
Programme. It covers 4 different units and is designed to
extend your knowledge of the practical sports and the
theoretical basis behind physical activity.
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
External Mark 25%
Unit 1: Practical Sport
This unit is mainly practical. Yu will have to complete a unit in both a team sport (netball, football)
and an individual sport (table tennis). You will have to demonstrate knowledge of the rules and reg-
ulations of the sport as well as taking on a coaching role and offering feedback to other players on
how to improve.
Unit 2: Fitness Testing
During this unit you will understand the different components of fitness and how they relate to a
sport. You will also have to complete a number of fitness tests including the sit up test, bleep test and
flexibility test.
Unit 4: Anatomy and Physiology
Explores the skeleton and muscles and how the body works.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mr D’Silva or Miss Hiscott
Did you know...
Will be studied by: Anyone not choosing Dance
Level: Level 2 BTEC
There is no written examinations at the end of the course, but you will be
expected to produce essays and written work throughout the course.
Three units will be covered and you will be individually graded as pass, merit,
distinction or distinction *
Possible Careers...
sports coaches, sports instructors or physical education teachers.
Overview? The emphasis of this new GCSE is on Philosophy and
applied Ethics. Pupils will be discussing the ‘big’
philosophical questions ….does God exist? Is there life
after death? Is abortion right? Is capital punishment
ever justified? Can war ever be justified? Pupils must
be able to construct a coherent argument that attempts
to answer these important questions. The syllabus
focuses on what Christianity says about these questions
and issues, alongside secular views and the pupils own
views and beliefs.
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
There are four exams lasting an hour
each. There will be an exam on each
topic area. Students will be asked
questions on two of the three topics in
the exam. The questions are split into
five parts.
There is no coursework for this GCSE.
There are 2 philosophy units of work and two ethics. The topics covered in the exam
are: Topic 1 God’s nature, death and the afterlife. Topic 2 looks at the problem of evil &
the goodness of God, and whether religion can co-exist with scientific theories or the
Big Bang & Evolution. The third topic is Ethics based and covers issues such as:
religion and human relationships, medical ethics –abortion, euthanasia, IVF, genetics
the sanctity of life and animal experimentation. The last unit of work investigates
religion, peace and justice, equality and how religion is portrayed in the media.
Students will get to reflect on their own beliefs and experiences of these topics. There
will be plenty of discussion, debate and group work. Students will be expected to take
notes and write discursive answers and essays. Pupils will be using ICT to present
work, so access to a home computer may be needed at some points throughout the
year. Several sources of information are used to deliver this course, so pupils will be
using ICT, hand-outs, information sheets, video clips and textbooks in lessons.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Ms Barrett
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All
Level: GCSE Exam Board: OCR
Religious studies will be of benefit in careers like advice work, housing officers, journalism, librarian, counsellors, social workers, youth and community workers as well as teaching.
Religion, Philosophy and Ethics
Resistant Materials
Overview? This course has been designed to encourage
candidates to be able to design and make products
with creativity and originality, using a range of
materials and techniques. Candidates will be enthused
and challenged by the range of practical activities
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
1: Controlled 60%
2: Final Exam 40%
Building on Resistant Materials at key stage 3 a working knowledge of woods, metals, plastics and
composite materials will be investigated, but other materials will be used in addition.
Also the course is designed to foster awareness amongst candidates, of the need to consider sus-
tainability and environmental impact of their designing and making as well as ‘smart’ materials and
embrace new technologies developing the use of Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided
Manufacture.
Students will be required to demonstrate application and understanding of:
materials and components
industrial and commercial processes
analysing products
designing products
technology
sustainability
ethical design and manufacture
design creatively & innovatively
make products
apply systems and control
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mr Limon or Mr Taylor
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All
Level: GCSE Exam Board: AQA
Product designer, architect, interior de-signer , car mechanic, engineering air-
craft and shipping, car designer, plumber, electrician, construction work-er, site officer, engineering maintenance
technician, heating engineer, communications engineer , surveyor, hydraulics engineer, science based
technician, the Armed Forces, Fire and Rescue to name but a few.
Unit 1 – Design and Making Practice. This is a controlled assessment and is worth 60 % of GCSE.
Unit 2 – Written Paper. This is a 1 hour 30 minute examination and is worth 40 % of GCSE, it is a
single tiered exam so all pupils can achieve grades A* - G.
Science (Core & Additional)
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mr Hikel, Mrs Martin-Burns or Miss Horrigan
Level: GCSE Exam Board: OCR
Overview:
Core & Additional Science combines Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
It applies science in an everyday context, for example linking chemistry with sports fabrics, and
physics with the future of cars.
Other Information?
In core and additional science students are taught in
mixed ability groups, with the aim of all pupils
sitting a higher paper. This is reviewed following the
January mock exams in year 10. Following this,
decisions are made about each students’ level of
entry at GCSE. Choices are made on the basis of
analysis of data from mock exams and internal
assessments. Our aim is to enter all students for an
appropriate exam so that they have an opportunity
to gain the best possible GCSE grade.
We expect all students to possess a scientific
calculator for their GCSE course in addition to
standard school equipment.
Year 10 Core Science
Year 11 Additional Science
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
1 35%
2 40%
Controlled Assessment 25%
Both Unit 1 and Unit 2 will be taken in the
summer of year 10. Controlled assessment will
be completed throughout the year.
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
1 35%
2 40%
Controlled Assessment 25%
Both Unit 1 and Unit 2 exams are taken in the
summer of year 11. Controlled assessment will
be completed at the end of year 10.
Foundation Tier
Grades G — C
Higher Tier
Grades D — A*
Teaching Approaches As far as possible students are taught
by subject specialists for the
biology, chemistry and physics units.
Lessons include a range of activities
such as investigation,
experimentation, data analysis and
the opportunity to consider the wider
impact of science on our world.
Homework will be set on a weekly
basis by each teacher.
Triple Science
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Mr Hikel, Mrs Martin-Burns or Mrs Tester
Level: GCSE Exam Board: OCR
Overview:
Pupils study separate Biology, Chemistry and Physics GCSE courses, which build on and extend the
content of core and additional science whilst continuing to link ideas to real world applications.
Good choice if... You enjoy science. You intend to take
science A-levels, or a science related
degree at university. You are
interested in applying to Russell
Group Universities or Oxbridge.
Teaching Approaches Pupils are taught by an experienced
subject specialist. Lessons include a range
of activities such as investigation,
experimentation, data analysis and the
opportunity to consider the wider impact of
science on our world. Homework is set on
a weekly basis for each subject.
Possible Progression: ? This course is excellent preparation for pupils intending to take science A-levels and study science
related subjects at university. However triple science GCSE is desirable for many areas outside of
science and may be of benefit for those intending to apply to Russell Group universities or Oxbridge.
Assessment Method
Paper Weighting
1 35%
2 40%
Controlled
Assessment 25%
Single Sciences
You will study Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
There will be two examinations for each subject,
normally taken at Higher level.
The exams will be taken at in June of Year 11.
Other Information?
Students will be selected for this pathway,
on the basis of attainment at KS3 and
teacher recommendation. We expect to
enter all pupils for the higher paper and
for them to achieve a minimum of a B
grade in each science.
Spanish
Can be chosen by: Anyone offered the choice.
Level: GCSE Exam Board: Edexcel
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Listening 20%
Reading 20%
Speaking 30%
Writing 30%
Good choice if... Learning an additional language can be a great benefit for any career. Equally,
Oxbridge and Russell Group Universities like to see an additional language.
Specific careers could include translator, language teacher, Civil Servant (Foreign
and Commonwealth Office)
Overview:
This new syllabus was developed to meet the
needs of the National Curriculum. The course is
designed to suit students who have demonstrated
high ability in French in Year 9.
Topics Covered:
Listening and Reading
Out and about: Visitor information, weather, local amenities, accommodation, public transport and
directions.
Customer service and transactions: Cafes and restaurants, shops and dealing with problems.
Personal information: General interests, leisure activities, family friends and lifestyle.
Future plans, education and work: Basic language of the internet, simple job advertisements,
simple job applications and CV, school and college information and work and work experiences.
Speaking and Writing
Media and culture, sport and leisure, travel and tourism, business, work and employment.
Teaching Approaches?
Lessons will be conducted in the target language and use of English kept to a minimum.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Miss Green
You may choose the Foundation or Higher Tier in Listening and Reading
SYLLABUS CODE: 2TT01
Textiles
Overview:
Projects completed during the course including;
designing and making a costume for the theatre and
making a skirt based on their individual choice of fashion
designers. GCSE Textiles Technology is suitable for
Topics Covered:
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Controlled 60%
Exam 40%
This course will build upon the pupil's knowledge and skills acquired from studying
Textiles during the lower school. Pupils will develop a knowledge and understanding
of a wide range of materials and processes used in Textiles Technology. They will learn
about the industrial and commercial practices, and the importance of quality checks
and health and safety issues; that have to be considered at all times. Pupils will also
develop an understanding of current trends whilst designing for a particular customer.
The areas of study are:
1. Materials and Components
2. Industrial and Commercial Processes
3. Analysing Products
4. Designing Products
5. Technology
6. Sustainability
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Miss Hussain or Miss Barrett
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All
There's an amazing range of career
options in the Fashion and Textiles
sector; from costume design and
advertising to retail purchasing and
Level: GCSE Exam Board: Edexcel
SYLLABUS CODE: 2TT01
Travel and Tourism
Overview:
This course is vocational and is designed to prepare
students for work in the Travel and Tourism Industry
while providing pupils with a broad introduction to the
Travel and Tourism Sector.
The course allows pupils to enhance key skills such as
presenting, communication, group work, independent
research and various elements of ICT which are
essential for any future career.
Topics Covered:?
Assessment Method
Unit Weighting
Coursework 75%
Exam 25%
Core? Mandatory Units Unit 1: The UK Travel and Tourism Sector (Externally Assessed).
Unit 2: UK Travel and Tourism Destinations.
This provides an insight into the range of destinations in the UK to suit different customer types and
their needs.
Unit 4: International Travel and Tourism Destinations.
Pupils will look at the different holiday destinations around the world for different customer types
and their needs.
Unit 7: Travel and Tourism Business Environments (Externally Assessed).
Pupils will
investigate the business side to Travel and Tourism using a variety of organisations as examples.
Optional Development of Travel and Tourism in the UK: Pupils will learn how the travel and tourism sector
has developed, looking at new technologies that have helped the sector to evolve.
Factors Affecting Worldwide Travel and Tourism: Pupils explore the impact of world travel on
people (e.g. jet lag), as well as climate and how that effects travel both positively and negatively.
The Travel and Tourism Customer Experience: Why Customer service is so important to Travel
and Tourism organisations.
Promotion and Sales in Travel and Tourism: Pupils will learn both the theory and the importance
of marketing in Travel and Tourism and design their own promotional material.
Travel and Tourism Employment Opportunities: Pupils learn invaluable skills on how to write a
CV, personal statement and carry out interview role play activities to prepare them for the working
world.
Organising a Travel and Tourism Study Visit: Pupils learn how to complete their own travel
itinerary and budget for various holidays.
Information, Advice or Questions:?
If you would like further information and advice, or you have any questions, please speak to
Miss Lowry
Trips and Visits...
Possible Careers...
Can be chosen by: All (not with Geography).
Travel Agent, Tour Operator,
Reservations Consultant, Hotel Staff…
Visits to enhance learning will be required
and therefore a voluntary donation towards
this will be needed. (Previous visits have
included Thorpe Park, Cadbury World,
British Airways, London Eye and London
Dungeon & Colchester Zoo) Level: Level 2 BTEC Exam Board: Edexcel
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ow
se
lec
t o
ne
fu
rth
er
pre
fere
nc
e f
rom
th
e f
oll
ow
ing
su
bje
cts
:
His
tory
Ge
og
rap
hy
Co
mp
ute
r S
cie
nc
e
F
ren
ch
OR
If y
ou
ha
ve
be
en
ad
vis
ed
by
le
tte
r to
se
lec
t a
BT
EC
op
tio
n,
se
lec
t a
su
bje
ct
fro
m t
he
lis
t b
elo
w i
ns
tea
d o
f th
e l
ist
ab
ov
e:
BT
EC
IC
T
(No
t w
ith
GC
SE
IC
T)
B
TE
C M
usi
c T
ec
hn
olo
gy
(N
ot
wit
h G
CS
E M
usi
c)
B
TE
C P
FA
-
Ac
tin
g
(No
t w
ith
Da
nc
e)
B
TE
C T
rav
el
an
d T
ou
rism
(N
ot
wit
h G
eo
gra
ph
y)
Yo
u m
ay
sti
ll c
ho
ose
to
stu
dy
a B
TE
C s
ub
ject
eve
n i
f y
ou
ha
ve
no
t b
ee
n a
dvis
ed
to
do
so
. If
yo
u d
o w
an
t to
, p
lea
se s
ee
Mr
Win
dso
r.
Ple
as
e n
ow
ma
ke
tw
o f
urt
he
r c
ho
ice
s f
rom
th
e f
oll
ow
ing
su
bje
cts
:
Art
Bu
sin
ess
Stu
die
s
Ca
teri
ng
Ch
ild
De
ve
lop
me
nt
an
d C
are
Co
mp
ute
r S
cie
nc
e
D
ram
a
E
co
no
mic
s (o
nly
if
ad
vis
ed
)
Fre
nc
h
Ge
og
rap
hy
(n
ot
wit
h
Tra
ve
l &
To
uri
sm)
It
ali
an
(o
nly
if
ad
vis
ed
)
His
tory
ICT
(N
ot
wit
h B
TE
C I
CT
)
Me
dia
Stu
die
s
Mu
sic
(N
ot
wit
h B
TE
C M
usi
c)
P
hy
sic
al
Ed
uc
ati
on
Ph
ilo
so
ph
y &
Eth
ics
Re
sist
an
t M
ate
ria
ls
S
pa
nis
h
(on
ly i
f a
dvis
ed
)
Te
xti
les
Ple
as
e t
ick
be
low
, if
yo
u w
ou
ld l
ike
to
stu
dy
th
e f
oll
ow
ing
:
Da
nc
e
(Th
is w
ill
be
ta
ke
n d
uri
ng
yo
ur
PE
le
sso
ns)
(No
t w
ith
Pe
rfo
rmin
g A
rts)
H
om
e L
an
gu
ag
e
If y
ou
ha
ve
be
en
ad
vis
ed
th
at
yo
u m
ay
ta
ke
Tri
ple
Sc
ien
ce
an
d w
ou
ld l
ike
to
, p
lea
se
tic
k h
ere
:
GC
SE
Op
tio
ns
: 2
01
5—
20
16
Na
me
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rm
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