SIXTH FORM PROSPECTUS 2021-22

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SIXTH FORM PROSPECTUS2021-22

CONTENTS

WelcomeA Christian CommunityWhy Choose St Wilfrid’s?- Enhance Your Experience- Maximise Your Opportunity- Give Back- Exceptional Guidance

Alumni TestimonialsA-LevelsBTEC and EPQ6XEMHFWV�2Q�2HU- [Fine] Art- Biology- Business- Business (OCR Level 3)- Chemistry- Computer Science- Drama- English Language- English Literature- French- Geography- Health and Social Care (BTEC)- History- Law- [Core] Mathematics (AS)- Mathematics- [Further] Mathematics- Media Studies- Music- [Digital] Photography- Physical Education- Physics - Product Design- Psychology- Religious Studies- [Applied] Science (OCR Level 3)- Sociology- [Fashion and] Textiles

Entry CriteriaHow To Apply

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WELCOME

St Wilfrid’s Sixth Form is a place where we nurture our students to realise success in a caring environment, where the pastoral care works in harmony with high quality teaching and OHDUQLQJ��+HUH�\RX�ZLOO�ȴQG�\RXUVHOI�LQ�D�FRPPXQLW\�EXLOW�RQ�&KULVWLDQ�YDOXHV��ZKHUH�\RXU�ZHOO�EHLQJ�DQG�DWWDLQPHQW�DUH�FHQWUDO�WR�DOO�WKDW�ZH�GR��

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A CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY

The Christian distinctiveness of St Wilfrid’s sets it apart as a great choice for Sixth Form. There are opportunities for students to deepen their personal faith, as well as support other students in the Academy WKURXJK� WKH� OHDGLQJ� RI� IDLWK� FOXEV� DQG� GLVFXVVLRQ�groups. With prayer meetings, worship groups and a Christian Union meeting weekly, there are plenty of ways for students to take on key leadership roles.

We are committed to creating an atmosphere for students of all faiths, or none, to challenge themselves. We incorporate inter-faith forums and discussions through Theme Days and are continually looking to LQFUHDVH�WKH�GLDORJXH�EHWZHHQ�DOO�IDLWK�JURXSV�

Students are actively encouraged to participate in ZRUVKLS�DVVHPEOLHV�LQ�WKH�$FDGHP\�DQG�LQ�RXU�LFRQLF�VHUYLFHV�DW�WKH�&DWKHGUDO��0HPEHUV�RI�WKH�6L[WK�)RUP�Head Student Team (HST) participate in readings, prayers and serving during Eucharist services. These DUH� VLJQLȴFDQW� HYHQWV� LQ� WKH� OLIH� RI� WKH� $FDGHP\� DV�WKH\�EULQJ�WRJHWKHU�WKH�ZKROH�RI�RXU�IDPLO\��LQFOXGLQJ�VWXGHQWV��VWD��JRYHUQRUV�DQG�FOHUJ\�

The vision of the Academy is “Lord direct us to live life to the full”. It is our prayer that the nurturing atmosphere created here will help you grow and develop you to achieve your potential.

St Wilfrid’s is a thriving community that strives to develop students academically, socially and spiritually.

“I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” John 10:10


WHY CHOOSE ST WILFRID’S?

ONE TWO

THREE FOUR

You will have the option to enhance your experience at

Sixth Form with one of our many enrichment

opportunities...

If you’re reaching for the highest goals, you can maximise your

opportunity with one of our specialist

groups...

All Sixth Form students can give back to the

younger students in the lower school, through mentoring

and coaching...

You have full access to exceptional

guidance from our experienced Sixth Form leadership

team...

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AGAINST SOME OF THE TOP

TEAMS IN THE NORTH WEST.”CONNIE (YEAR 13)


ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE

Our exciting range of enrichment opportunities gives you the chance to fuel your passion and

provide you with a creative outlet.

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Football

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Italian

Media

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Music

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MAXIMISE YOUR OPPORTUNITYFor those pursuing the very best universities,

apprenticeships, or looking for a career in medicine/dentistry/veterinary medicine, we have an range of specialist groups which will

help you prepare in the best possible way.

MDV (Medical Society)This is for students interested in pursuing a career in medicine, dentistry or veterinary science. The programme gives a holistic overview of the medicine industry and the FDUHHU� SDWKV�PHGLFDO� VFKRROV� DYDLODEOH�� DV�well as including practical sessions such as GLVVHFWLRQ��<RX�ZLOO�DOVR�EH�FRDFKHG�WKURXJK�the process of applying to university.

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HE+ (Higher Education Plus)This group is designed for students wanting to apply for the top universities. You will work on tasks and attend outings which will enhance your application and give you WKH� EHVW� FKDQFH� SRVVLEOH� WR� JHW� LQ� WR� WKH�university of your choice. You will also attend several lectures from professors and take a WULS�WR�WKH�8QLYHUVLW\�RI�&DPEULGJH�

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SPECIALISTGROUPSVIDEO


GIVE BACKEvery Sixth Form student will get a number

of opportunities to ‘give back’ to younger students at the Academy through a vast

array of mentoring, ambassador andcoaching programmes.

MENTORINGLiteracy / MathsSome students really thrive in a one-to-one setting and with your help, ZH� FDQ�RHU� WKLV� VXSSRUW� WR�PRUH�RI�our young learners. We have popular Literacy and Numeracy mentoring programmes for KS3. Students really YDOXH�WKH�LQSXW�RXU�6L[WK�)RUPHUV�EULQJ�

COACHINGPE / Sports ClubsSport at St Wilfrid’s is an extremely popular and competitive extra-curricular activity for all year groups. Because of this, there are many opportunities to develop your coaching VNLOOV�DQG�ZD\V�WR�EH�D�UROH�PRGHO�IRU�sportsmanship, something that every young athlete needs.

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EXCEPTIONAL GUIDANCEOur high-calibre careers advice and guidance is one of the real strengths at St Wilfrid’s Sixth )RUP��:H�RHU�tailored sessions with each

student, providing an unprecedented level of support throughout your time with us.


ALUMNI TESTIMONIALS

“ St Wilfrid’s Sixth Form was the perfect environment to help me strive for my ambitions, shape my character and make life-long memories. The continuous encouragement from my teachers, along with the

support of my friends, is what truly helped me to reach my potential.

NAEEMADENTISTRY AT MANCHESTER

“ 7KH�VWD�DW�6W�:LOIULGȇV�ZHUH�always happy to help me with career exploration, subject support and the process of applying to university. Their support continued after my studies, VKRZLQJ�WKDW�VWD�DUH�MXVW�

as committed to me achieving my goals as I am myself!

FARHAANAPPLYING TO STUDY MEDICINE

“ I really enjoyed the close-knit FRPPXQLW\�EHWZHHQ�VWD�and students. The extensive extra-curricular and sporting activities really help you to get involved and the iconic

‘House System’ can develop your leadership skills.

MORGANSTUDYING PHYSIOTHERAPY AT HUDDERSFIELD

“ The Sixth Form is a fantastic environment for students to develop core educational skills as well as soft skills such as organisation and communication. These can

be vital for helping students transition into university or the world of work.

NICKASSISTANT INVESTMENT CONSULTANT AT KPMG


HEAD STUDENT TEAM (HST)

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“ Sixth Form was an amazing ��\HDUV�RI�P\�OLIH��7KH�VWD�were so supportive and passionate about their subjects. I really enjoyed making memories with

friends and having fantastic lessons with the teachers.

NICOLASTUDYING PRIMARY TEACHING

“ My experience at Sixth Form ZDV�LQFUHGLEOH��7KH�VWD�pushed me to try new things and encouraged me every step of the way. Being cast in the production really boosted

P\�FRQȴGHQFH�DQG�has helped launch my career in acting.

ELLIOTTMUSICAL THEATRE

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VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

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[FINE] ARTENTRY CRITERIATo study Fine Art you will require a grade 5 or KLJKHU�DW�*&6(�$UW��RU�D�SRUWIROLR�RI�ZRUN�ZLOO�EH�considered.

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COMPANION SUBJECTSFASHION AND TEXTILES [PAGE 43]PRODUCT DESIGN [PAGE 38]MEDIA STUDIES [PAGE 33]BUSINESS [PAGE 18]

Marketing

CAREER PATHSAdvertising Finance Accounting

Human Resources Management Retail

Public Relations

“I enjoy A-Level Fine Art as it allows you to express your creativity in a way that no other A-Level does. The way you are guided to develop your skills and experiment beyond your creative comfort-zone is why I love studying this course.” Matthew (Year 12)

JournalismSales

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BIOLOGYENTRY CRITERIATo study Biology you will require a grade 6 or KLJKHU�LQ�*&6(�%LRORJ\�RU�*&6(�&RPELQHG�6FLHQFH��You must also have a grade 6 in Maths.

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COMPANION SUBJECTSCHEMISTRY [PAGE 20]PHYSICS [PAGE 28]PSYCHOLOGY [PAGE 39]PHYSICAL EDUCATION [PAGE 36]MATHEMATICS [PAGE 31]

CAREER PATHS

“The teachers are inspiring and really bring the course to life. Learning is fun and interactive and enables you to understand the world.” Naeema (Year 13)

Medicine Dentistry Veterinary Medicine Pharmacy

Nursing Biomedical Science Physiotherapy Conservation

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BUSINESSENTRY CRITERIATo study Business you will require a grade 6 or higher in GCSE Business. If you have not previously VWXGLHG�EXVLQHVV��\RX�ZLOO�UHTXLUH�D��LQ�(QJOLVK�Language and a 5 in Maths.

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COMPANION SUBJECTSLAW [PAGE 29]MATHEMATICS [PAGE 31]PSYCHOLOGY [PAGE 39]SOCIOLOGY [PAGE 42]PRODUCT DESIGN [PAGE 38]ENGLISH LANGUAGE [PAGE 23]

Marketing

CAREER PATHSAdvertising Finance Accounting

Human Resources Management Retail

Public Relations

“A-Level Business has helped to develop my analytical skills and understand the wider economic environment in which businesses operate. It has inspired me to study Business Management at university.” Mohammed (Year 12)

JournalismSales



BUSINESS OCR LEVEL 3

ENTRY CRITERIATo study Business (OCR Level 3) you will requirea grade 5 or higher in GCSE English and a 4 in Maths.

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COMPANION SUBJECTSMATHEMATICS [PAGE 31]SOCIOLOGY [PAGE 42]PSYCHOLOGY [PAGE 39]ENGLISH LANGUAGE [PAGE 23]LAW [PAGE 29]

CAREER PATHS

“I have enjoyed the variety that the course provides, in particular the unit which involved us planning and running a business event.” Suzie (Year 13)

Marketing Advertising Finance Accounting

Human Resources Management Business Administration

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CHEMISTRYENTRY CRITERIATo study Chemistry you will require a grade 6 RU�KLJKHU�LQ�*&6(�&KHPLVWU\�RU�*&6(�&RPELQHG�Science. You must also have a grade 6 in Maths.

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COMPANION SUBJECTSBIOLOGY [PAGE 17]PHYSICS [PAGE 37]MATHEMATICS [PAGE 31]COMPUTER SCIENCE [PAGE 21]BUSINESS [PAGE 18]PSYCHOLOGY [PAGE 39]

Chemical Engineer

CAREER PATHSMedicine Dentistry Pharmacy

Forensic Science BiotechnologyPharmacology Toxicology

“The teachers are very encouraging and they provided us with the knowledge and resources to achieve our potential.” Farhaan (Year 13)



COMPUTER SCIENCEENTRY CRITERIATo study Computer Science you will require a grade ��RU�KLJKHU�LQ�*&6(�0DWKV�DQG�EH�FRQȴGHQW�ZLWK�$OJHEUD��6WXGHQWV�ZLOO�DOVR�UHTXLUH�D�JUDGH��RU�higher in Computer Science or another ICT-related course.

ABOUT THE COURSEAdvances in computing are transforming the way we work. Technology is everywhere and all of it relies on software. This course covers the fundamentals of computer science and develops a high level of programming skills. You will study how computers work - from understanding hardware to the way data is stored and processed.

Almost half the course is practical. You will spend a lot of time learning how to program. By the end of Year ��\RX�ZLOO�EH�ZULWLQJ�FRPSOH[�SURJUDPV�WR�VROYH�JLYHQ�SUREOHPV��ΖQ�<HDU��\RX�ZLOO�XQGHUWDNH�D�SUDFWLFDO�computer project in which you are encouraged to solve or investigate an area of your own interest.

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CAREER PATHS

Ȋ&RPSXWHU�6FLHQFH�RHUV�WKH�FKDQFH�WR�JDLQ�D�JUHDWHU�XQGHUVWDQGLQJ�RI�KRZ�computers work and the way they are programmed. It is interesting to learn about computers, especially with technological developments in modern society and the demand for improved programs.” Mark (Year 12)

Software Development Games Design Helpdesk/Technical Support

Project Management Cyber Security Web Development

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DRAMAENTRY CRITERIATo study Drama you will require a grade 5 or higher at GCSE Drama. Those who have not participated in GCSE Drama should have experience of drama in a practical setting and EH�NHHQ�WR�SHUIRUP��6WXGHQWV�ZLOO�EH�LQIRUPDOO\�DVVHVVHG�RQ�WKHLU�SUDFWLFDO�DELOLW\�DW�WKH�EHJLQQLQJ�RI�WKH�FRXUVH�

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Recent students have gone on to graduate from musical theatre courses at the prestigious Bird College in London. Some of our 'UDPD�VWXGHQWV�DUH�FXUUHQWO\�LQ�VKRZV�VXFK�DV�Ȇ7KULOOHU�/LYHȇ�RQ�WKH�:HVW�(QG�DQG�Ȇ%ULQJ�ΖW�2Qȇ��)RUPHU�6W�:LOIULGȇV�VWXGHQWV�RIWHQ�FRPH�EDFN�WR�UXQ�ZRUNVKRSV�

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Acting

CAREER PATHSTheatre or Film Directing Stage Management Choreography

Journalism Business ManagementTeaching Law

Ȋ$�/HYHO�'UDPD�LV�DQ�H[WUHPHO\�EHQHȴFLDO�FRXUVH�ZKLFK�DOORZV�PH�WR�H[SORUH�theatre and develop my skills in both performance technique and in my ability to write essays and analyse text.” Charlotte (Year 13)

Politics



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ENGLISH LANGUAGEENTRY CRITERIATo study English Language, you will require a grade 6 or higher in GCSE English Language.

ABOUT THE COURSE(QJOLVK�/DQJXDJH�LV�D�SRSXODU�VXEMHFW�KHUH�DQG�RXU�students study a range of fascinating topics such as language and gender, regional variation, the language of social groups, and child language acquisition.

You will learn to analyse the ways in which language LV�XVHG�E\�GLHUHQW�JURXSV�LQ�WKH�UHDO�ZRUOG��:H�DOVR�explore a range of written and spoken texts, learning WR�XQGHUVWDQG�WKH�FRPSOLFDWHG�SURFHVV�E\�ZKLFK�WH[WV�ȆZRUNȇ�E\�FRQVLGHULQJ�QRW�RQO\�WKH�SXUSRVH��JHQUH�DQG�DXGLHQFH�EXW�DOVR�WKH�VRFLHW\�LQ�ZKLFK�D�text was written and the linguistic features used.

Over recent years, the results students have achieved KDYH�EHHQ�IDQWDVWLF��7KLV�LV�GRZQ�WR�WKH�KDUG�ZRUN�DQG�GHGLFDWLRQ�IURP�VSHFLDOLVW�VWD�DQG�WKH�SDVVLRQ�DQG�HQWKXVLDVP�VKRZQ�E\�VWXGHQWV��:H�DOVR�PDNH�sure that the choice of topic for your language LQYHVWLJDWLRQ�Ȃ�ZKLFK�LV�\RXU�FRXUVHZRUN�Ȃ�LV�XS�WR�\RX��ZH�JLYH�\RX�JXLGDQFH�EXW�ZLOO�HQFRXUDJH�\RX�WR�pursue the area of English Language which interests you the most.

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Publishing

CAREER PATHSTeaching Journalism Research

Marketing Law Copy Writing Language Therapy

“The English department at St Wilfrid’s is unparalleled in terms of enthusiasm and interaction with students. This makes the topics taught – such as ethnicity, language and gender, and language change – enthralling.” Liam (Year 13)



ENGLISH LITERATUREENTRY CRITERIATo study English Literature, you will require a grade 5 or higher in GCSE English Language and a grade 6 or higher in GCSE English Literature.

ABOUT THE COURSE(YHU\WKLQJ�WKDW�KDV�HYHU�EHHQ�ZULWWHQ�LQ�SRHWU\��SURVH�or drama is a record of the thoughts and ideas which people have had through the ages. By taking English /LWHUDWXUH��\RX�ZLOO�EH�VWXG\LQJ�WKH�KLVWRU\�RI�ZKDW�people have thought and felt.

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During the two years you will study a range of texts, from Ian McEwan’s novel Atonement, to Shakespeare’s King Lear and Arthur Miller’s play Death of a Salesman. The exam components of the course are centred on JHQUH��WUDJHG\�DQG�FULPH�ZULWLQJ��7KLV�PHDQV�WKDW�ZH�look at the texts through the lens of these genres as a means of exploring meaning and interpretation. The coursework component allows you the freedom to pursue your own interests, studying a novel of your choice alongside critical theory.

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Publishing

CAREER PATHSTeaching Journalism

ResearchMarketing Law

Script Writing

Theatre Critic

Ȋ(QJOLVK�/LWHUDWXUH�KDV�VKRZQ�PH�WKDW�DQDO\VLQJ�ERRNV�IURP�GLHUHQW�perspectives opens up a world of knowledge. The teaching is beyond great and I feel as though I have achieved more at A-Level and have a better understanding of the works of past authors and poets.” Raqiba (Year 13)



FRENCHENTRY CRITERIATo study French you will require a grade 6 or higher in GCSE French and a grade 6 or higher in English Language.

ABOUT THE COURSEThis course helps students to develop their understanding of spoken and written French. You ZLOO�OHDUQ�WR�FRPPXQLFDWH�FRQȴGHQWO\��FOHDUO\�DQG�HHFWLYHO\�XVLQJ�LQFUHDVLQJO\�DFFXUDWH�ODQJXDJH��

<RX�ZLOO�DOVR�EH�HQFRXUDJHG�WR�GHYHORS�\RXU�XVH�RI�complex and varied language as well as your critical insights into society, culture and the way of life in France and French-speaking countries. A wide range RI�WRSLFV�ZLOO�EH�H[SORUHG�ZKLOVW�LPSURYLQJ�UHDGLQJ��listening, speaking and writing competencies, therefore HQVXULQJ�WKLV�ZHOO�URXQGHG�VXEMHFW�LV�RI�UHDO�LQWHUHVW�WR�universities.

In order to prepare for your AS/A2 programme, you VKRXOG�DLP�WR�UHDG�DV�PXFK�DV�SRVVLEOH�LQ�)UHQFK�WR�H[WHQG�\RXU�NQRZOHGJH�RI�YRFDEXODU\��7U\�WR�ZDWFK�VRPH�)UHQFK�ȴOPV�DQG�OLVWHQ�WR�VRPH�)UHQFK�PXVLF��You should also regularly revise your grammar. Take HYHU\�RSSRUWXQLW\�WR�VSHDN�)UHQFK�DQG��LI�DW�DOO�SRVVLEOH��visit France or another French-speaking country.

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CAREER PATHS

“Studying French at A-Level has broadened my horizons beyond my expectations and I believe it will increase my opportunities within my medical degree and beyond.” Matilda (Year 13)

Journalism

Translation

Media International Aid

Teaching Politics Business Management

International Relations

Diplomat



GEOGRAPHYENTRY CRITERIATo study Geography you will require a grade 6 or higher in *&6(�*HRJUDSK\��ΖI�\RX�DFKLHYH�D��LQ�*HRJUDSK\��\RX�PD\�EH�DFFHSWHG�ZLWK�D��RU�KLJKHU�LQ�ERWK�(QJOLVK�DQG�0DWKV��

ABOUT THE COURSE*HRJUDSK\�LV�D�EURDG�DQG�ZHOO�URXQGHG�FXUULFXOXP��KLJKO\�UHJDUGHG�E\�5XVVHOO�*URXS�8QLYHUVLWLHV��<RX�ZLOO�GHYHORS�D�UDQJH�RI�WUDQVIHUDEOH�VNLOOV��ZRUNLQJ�RQ�\RXU�DQDO\WLFDO��LQYHVWLJDWLYH��numerical and written skills, as well as incorporating new technologies. The content will inspire you to engage critically with real world issues and places, and apply your knowledge, theory and skills to the world around you. Students grow as independent thinkers and as informed and engaged citizens, who understand the role and importance of geography as one of the key disciplines relevant to understanding the world’s changing peoples, places and environments.

Fieldwork is an integral part of your work giving you an experience RI�ERWK�KXPDQ�DQG�SK\VLFDO�ȴHOGZRUN��\RX�ZLOO�FRPSOHWH��GD\V�LQ�total across Y12 and Y13). You will learn a variety of data collection skills and test core topic theories learnt in the classroom. From this you will complete an independent piece of coursework worth 20% of your A-Level.

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“Geography incorporates a lot of knowledge and skills that I study in other subjects, making it relevant and useful. It’s challenging but interesting to learn about the world and things I see in the news all the time.” Sope (Year 13)

Conservation Environmental Protection

Renewable Energy Urban PlanningJournalism

Management

Global IS

Teaching



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HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE BTEC

ENTRY CRITERIATo study Health and Social Care you will require a grade 4 or higher in GCSE English Language/Literature and Maths.

ABOUT THE COURSEThis is a two-year course, equivalent to one A-Level, comprising of WZR�H[WHUQDO�H[DPLQDWLRQV�DQG�WZR�FRXUVHZRUN�EDVHG�XQLWV�WKDW�are internally assessed.

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Our results are consistently outstanding and our students continue to achieve and exceed their target grades. Students often go directly into employment in the sector or onto university.

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Nursing Early Years Educator Care and Support Work Social Work

Child Psychology SEN TeachingYouth Work Occupational Therapy



HISTORYENTRY CRITERIATo study History you will require a grade 6 or higher in GCSE History (If you achieve a 5 in +LVWRU\��\RX�PD\�EH�DFFHSWHG�ZLWK�D�JUDGH��RU�higher in an English).

ABOUT THE COURSEHistory is a challenging and rewarding A-Level VXEMHFW��6WXGHQWV�WKDW�WDNH�+LVWRU\�GR�QRW�MXVW�OHDUQ�IDFWV��WKH\�GHYHORS�VNLOOV�LQ�DQDO\VLV��SUREOHP�VROYLQJ��independent learning and communication. Students who study history have the opportunity to explore events that have shaped the world we live in. Our topics cover a wide chronological, geographic DQG�WKHPDWLF�UDQJH��IURP�ODWH�PHGLHYDO�WLPHV�WR�WKH�SUHVHQW�GD\��IURP�WKH�8QLWHG�6WDWHV��WR�5XVVLD��from the English Reformation to the US Civil Rights campaigns of the 1960s. 2XU�VWXGHQWV�DOVR�GHYHORS�D�QXPEHU�RI�LPSRUWDQW�DFDGHPLF�VNLOOV��LQFOXGLQJ�WKH�DELOLW\�WR�FULWLFDOO\�evaluate source material, and produce written arguments that are well structured, coherently H[SUHVVHG�DQG�IXOO\�VXSSRUWHG�E\�WKH�FDUHIXO�selection of evidence.

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Legal Profession

CAREER PATHSLaw Enforcement Journalism Archaeology

Museum Curator Teaching Business Management Civil Service

“Studying History at St Wilfrid’s has given me a greater understanding of how WKH�SDVW�FDQ�EH�LQWHUSUHWHG�LQ�GLHUHQW�ZD\V��ΖW�KDV�KHOSHG�PH�WR�HQKDQFH�P\�DQDO\VLV�DQG�HYDOXDWLRQ�VNLOOV��FRQVLGHULQJ�LPSDFW�DQG�VLJQLȴFDQFH��DV�ZHOO�DV�cause and consequence.” Katie (Year 13)



LAWENTRY CRITERIATo study Law you will require a grade 5 or higher in GCSE English Language or Literature and a grade 5 or higher in a GCSE in which you need to write essays (e.g. History, Geography or RE).

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Studying Law at A-Level will allow you to develop SUREOHP�VROYLQJ�VNLOOV�WKURXJK�WKH�DSSOLFDWLRQ�RI�OHJDO�UXOHV��ΖW�DOVR�GHYHORSV�DQDO\WLFDO�DELOLW\�DQG�FULWLFDO�thinking skills.

If you decide to study A-Level Law, you will join a WHDP�ZKLFK�EHOLHYHV�WKDW�\RXU�DFDGHPLF�DFKLHYHPHQW�VKRXOG�EH�RXU�FRPSOHWH�IRFXV��<RX�ZLOO�EH�encouraged to undertake work experience in a legal setting during the Year 12 summer enrichment week.

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Legal Profession

CAREER PATHSLaw Enforcement Criminology Social Work

Civil Service Youth Work Business Administration Management

“Law has opened my eyes to the array of decisions made by those who work in the legal profession. Studying Law has strengthened my analytical skills and the range of interesting topics really keeps your mind ticking over.” Kathleen (Year 13)



MATHEMATICS (CORE) AS

ENTRY CRITERIATo study Core Mathematical you will require a grade 5 or higher in GCSE Maths.

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Core Mathematics will support you with the mathematical demands of higher education and work, ZKHUH�WKHUH�LV�D�GLVWLQFW�PDWKHPDWLFDO�HOHPHQW��EXW�where the mathematical demands do not stretch to a requirement for A-Level Mathematics. The government has recognised the need for more students to continue with mathematics and this course allows this with a more practical approach to certain areas. This course ZLOO�SURYLGH�WKH�H[WUD�VWXG\�DQG�GHYHORS�NH\�SUREOHP�VROYLQJ�VNLOOV�ZKLFK�DUH�UHTXLUHG�E\�DOO�HPSOR\HUV�

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CAREER PATHSFinancial Services

Urban PlanningProject Management Sports Science

Civil Service

“I chose Mathematical Studies because I enjoy maths, but had already chosen three other A-Levels. This course seemed attractive because it allows me to continue with maths, it complements my other subjects and will help me when I am applying for university.” Sufyaan (Year 12)

Business Administration Nursing



MATHEMATICSENTRY CRITERIATo study Mathematics you will require a grade 6 or higher in GCSE Maths.

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Medicine

CAREER PATHSAccounting/Finance Software Development

Business ManagementActuary/Insurance

EngineeringResearch

Data Analysis

“I chose maths because I enjoy it and I know it’s a valuable A-Level that can help you stand out. The lessons are fun and engaging and all of the teachers are always happy to help.” Ammara (Year 12)



[FURTHER] MATHEMATICSENTRY CRITERIAIn order to study Further Mathematics you will require a grade 8 or 9 in GCSE Maths and have chosen to do the A-Level Mathematics course.

ABOUT THE COURSEThe Further Mathematics course is a separate course which stands alongside the main A-Level course.

Further Mathematics allows you to explore a greater range of topics in the mathematical canon, with the standard of the topics at the same level as the main A-Level course. Further Mathematics is not just for WKRVH�ZKR�ZLVK�WR�VWXG\�PDWKHPDWLFV�DW�XQLYHUVLW\�EXW�anyone who does want to study a mathematics related degree should consider the advantage of having an A-Level in Further Mathematics.

<RX�ZLOO�VWXG\�D�ZLGH�YDULHW\�RI�GLHUHQW�DUHDV�RI�mathematics, including pure mathematics, decision mathematics and statistics.

)XUWKHU�0DWKHPDWLFV�ZLOO�HQDEOH�\RX�WR�LPSURYH�your mathematical understanding and improve your standards in the A-Level Mathematics course. It will DOVR�FRQVLGHUDEO\�GHYHORS�\RXU�SUREOHP�VROYLQJ�VNLOOV�helping you to make a smooth transition on to any degree or training programme containing mathematical elements.

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CAREER PATHSMedicine Engineering

Actuary/Insurance Research Business Management

“Further maths is perfect for those who enjoy a challenge and can think in ways that most people can’t. It’s about having a good aptitude for problem solving.” Becca (Year 12)

Accounting/Finance Software Development

Data Analysis

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MEDIA STUDIESENTRY CRITERIATo study Media Studies you will require a grade 4 or higher in GCSE English Language.

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Lessons will involve analysing media products from EURDGFDVW��SULQW�DQG�H�PHGLD�SODWIRUPV��:H�OHDUQ�how and why they are constructed, in order to make RXU�RZQ�SURGXFWV�DQG�WR�HYDOXDWH�WKH�HHFWV�RI�WKLV�mass communication on the audience and society.

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Broadcast Journalism

CAREER PATHSTelevision Producer Marketing Publishing

Advertising Public Relations Communications Teaching

“A-Level Media will give you great analytical skills and will change the way you see the media forever.” Jack (Year 12)



MUSICENTRY CRITERIATo study Music you will require a grade 6 or higher in GCSE Music or ABRSM Grade 5 theory.

ABOUT THE COURSEThis course is designed for students who wish to follow a more traditional and classical career in Music. If you have aspirations to study for a traditional Music degree, then this is the course for you. Students who have studied Music A-Level at St Wilfrid’s have gone on to study this course at a variety of universities and conservatoires.

A-Level musicians are taught and guided on how to EHFRPH�FUHDWLYH��WKRXJKWIXO�DQG�LQIRUPHG�FRPSRVHUV��8VLQJ�WKH�ODWHVW�PXVLF�WHFKQRORJ\��\RX�ZLOO�EH�DEOH�WR�FRPSRVH�LQ�D�UDQJH�RI�JHQUHV��*XLGHG�E\�HQWKXVLDVWLF�and professional musicians, you will have the RSSRUWXQLW\�WR�SHUIRUP�RQ�D�UHJXODU�EDVLV�LQ�D�YDULHW\�of formal and informal contexts. In addition, you will EH�HQFRXUDJHG�WR�EHFRPH�FULWLFDO��LQGHSHQGHQW�DQG�UHȵHFWLYH�OLVWHQHUV�ZKR�HPEUDFH�DOO�PXVLFDO�WUDGLWLRQV��

There are many opportunities for musicians to SHUIRUP�DW�6W�:LOIULGȇV��:H�KDYH�D�YLEUDQW�DQG�H[FLWLQJ�H[WUD�FXUULFXODU�SURJUDPPH�RI�FKRLUV��EDQGV�DQG�LQVWUXPHQWDO�HQVHPEOHV��:H�UHJXODUO\�SHUIRUP�DW�GLHUHQW�YHQXHV�LQ�WKH�ORFDO�DQG�ZLGHU�FRPPXQLW\�

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Musician

CAREER PATHSMusic Journalism Record Producer Sound Engineer

Musical Theatre Music TherapyComposer

“Music at St Wilfrid’s has enabled me to express myself through performance and composition. It is interesting and dynamic and these opportunities have allowed me to learn new musical skills.” Lee (Year 12)

Teaching



[DIGITAL] PHOTOGRAPHYENTRY CRITERIATo study Digital Photography you will require a GCSE in Photography or Art at grade 5 or higher, or a portfolio of work.

ABOUT THE COURSEDigital Photography will provide you with a rich platform to inspire a lifelong interest in Photography. It is a highly FUHDWLYH�VXEMHFW�WKDW�ZLOO�FKDOOHQJH�\RX�WR�UHVSRQG�WR�JLYHQ�EULHIV�DQG�WKHPHV�E\�GHYHORSLQJ�\RXU�RZQ�LGHDV��<RX�ZLOO�have the opportunity to go on location shoots as well as explore studio techniques and learn how to select and manipulate images to communicate your ideas.

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Students are required to work within one or more DUHD�RI�SKRWRJUDSK\��VXFK�DV��SRUWUDLWXUH��ODQGVFDSH�SKRWRJUDSK\��ZRUNLQJ�IURP�WKH�XUEDQ��UXUDO�DQG�RU�FRDVWDO�HQYLURQPHQW��VWLOO�OLIH�SKRWRJUDSK\��ZRUNLQJ�IURP�REMHFWV�RU�IURP�WKH�QDWXUDO�ZRUOG��GRFXPHQWDU\�SKRWRJUDSK\��SKRWRMRXUQDOLVP��H[SHULPHQWDO�LPDJHU\��PXOWLPHGLD��PRYLQJ�LPDJH��YLGHR��ȴOP��DQLPDWLRQ��

Students can progress onto university to study degrees ZLWKLQ�D�YDULHW\�RI�ȴHOGV��LQFOXGLQJ��SKRWRJUDSK\��DUW��GHVLJQ��ȴQH�DUW��LOOXVWUDWLRQ��DQLPDWLRQ��ȴOP��MRXUQDOLVP��DGYHUWLVLQJ��JUDSKLFV��IDVKLRQ��DQG�PDUNHWLQJ�

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Wedding / Fashion / Commercial / Forensic Photographer

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Graphic Design Photojournalism Marketing/Advertising

“A-Level Photography is a way of stepping out of your comfort zone as you have the freedom to try something new and develop your skills. I love being able to experiment with non-traditional techniques that challenge people’s concept of photography.” Grace (Year 13)



PHYSICAL EDUCATIONENTRY CRITERIATo study Physical Education you will require a grade 6 or higher in GCSE PE. If you achieve a grade ��LQ�3(��\RX�PD\�EH�DFFHSWHG�ZLWK�D�JUDGH��RU�higher in English or Science. Regular participation in at least one competitive sport is essential.

7KLV�FRXUVH�FRPELQHV�WKH�GHYHORSPHQW�RI�\RXU�Physical Education theory, whilst encouraging you to develop your practical skill set. We are proud of our performance in A-Level PE, with students often going on to study sports-related courses at undergraduate level.

You will study how modern day sport has emerged alongside contemporary issues such as drugs, the PHGLD�DQG�WKH�2O\PSLFV��<RX�ZLOO�OHDUQ�DERXW�DQDWRP\�DQG�SK\VLRORJ\��H[DPLQLQJ�LQ�GHWDLO�KRZ�WKH�ERG\ȇV�V\VWHPV�DHFW�VSRUWLQJ�SHUIRUPDQFH��ΖQ�WKH�VHFRQG�\HDU��ZH�ORRN�DW�ELRPHFKDQLFV��HQHUJ\�V\VWHPV�DQG�injury prevention.

The course has a component relating to how we learn skills and sports psychology as well as a practical element where performance is measured in one sport along with an assessed speech.

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Sports Coaching

CAREER PATHSSports Therapy

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Physiotherapy Marketing

Sports Management

“It’s great to understand some of the anatomy and physiology behind our movements and learn how this knowledge can help to promote both mass participation and elite performance.” Hannah (Year 13)

Advertising

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PHYSICSENTRY CRITERIATo study Physics you will require a grade 6 or higher LQ�*&6(�3K\VLFV�RU�&RPELQHG�6FLHQFH��<RX�PXVW�DOVR�have a grade 6 or higher in GCSE Maths.

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Studying Physics at St Wilfrid’s will allow you to explore WKH�VXEMHFW�DQG�GHYHORS�\RXU�VNLOOV�LQ�D�VXSSRUWLYH�environment where the focus is on your development. <RX�ZLOO�EH�VXSSRUWHG�E\�D�WHDP�ZKR�DUH�FRPPLWWHG�WR�ensuring all students achieve their potential. We have DQ�ȆRSHQ�GRRUȇ�SROLF\�DQG�SURYLGH�WDUJHWHG�VXSSRUW�to ensure you reach your goals. In addition, we are SDVVLRQDWH�DERXW�3K\VLFV�DQG�RXU�DLP�LV�IRU�\RX�WR�IHHO�WKH�VDPH��<RX�ZLOO�EH�HQFRXUDJHG�WR�SXUVXH�D�GHHSHU�XQGHUVWDQGLQJ�RI�WKH�VXEMHFW�WKURXJK�ZLGHU�UHDGLQJ�and we often provide opportunities to experience what studying Physics at university or pursuing a related FDUHHU�LV�OLNH��E\�UXQQLQJ�WULSV�RU�LQYLWLQJ�LQ�JXHVW�speakers to talk to you.

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Medicine

CAREER PATHSMechanical/Civil Engineering Research Software Design

Aeronautical Engineering Geophysical EngineeringMedical Physics

“I picked physics as I am fascinated by many of the topics within the subject and how they link to the universe around us.” Matthew (Year 12)



PRODUCT DESIGNENTRY CRITERIATo study Product Design you will require a grade 5 or higher in GCSE Design Technology.

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You will investigate social, cultural, environmental and HFRQRPLF�LQȵXHQFHV�RQ�GHVLJQ�DQG�WHFKQRORJ\��ZKLOVW�HQMR\LQJ�RSSRUWXQLWLHV�WR�SXW�OHDUQLQJ�LQ�WR�SUDFWLFH�E\�producing products of your choice.

The course will encourage you to take design risks, show innovation and enterprise whilst considering your UROH�DV�D�UHVSRQVLEOH�GHVLJQHU�DQG�FLWL]HQ��'HYHORSLQJ�knowledge and experiences of real-world contexts or design and technological activities will support informed decision-making when analysing and exploring design concepts.

There is a strong emphasis on gaining insights into the creative, engineering and manufacturing industries. You will develop and demonstrate high-level skills using a wide range of equipment safely and independently, ensuring design meets the needs, wants and values of the users.

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CAREER PATHS

“The Product Design course is great because it’s a balance of practical and theory style lessons. It’s exciting to investigate, experiment and create innovative ideas. The course is really interesting and I have enjoyed developing my practical skills so far.” Sam (Year 12)

CAD Engineering Graphic Design

Manufacturing/Production

Marketing

Alternative/Green Tech Clothing/Textiles

Purchasing Manager



PSYCHOLOGYENTRY CRITERIATo study Psychology you will require a grade 5 or higher in GCSE English Language, Maths and a Science.

ABOUT THE COURSE3V\FKRORJ\�LV�WKH�VWXG\�RI�WKH�PLQG�DQG�EHKDYLRXU��You will enjoy a range of exciting topics such as IRUHQVLF�SV\FKRORJ\��ELRSV\FKRORJ\�DQG�UHODWLRQVKLSV��Students are given full support and one-to-one VHVVLRQV�DUH�DYDLODEOH�ZLWK�WHDFKHUV�

In addition, there are many opportunities within the Psychology learning area for extra study, for example FDUU\LQJ�RXW�H[SHULPHQWV�DQG�REVHUYDWLRQV��6WXGHQWV�are also given the opportunity to attend external revision conferences.

If you decide to study A-Level Psychology at St Wilfrid’s, \RX�ZLOO�EH�MRLQLQJ�D�WHDP�ZKLFK�EHOLHYHV�WKDW�\RXU�KLJK�SHUVRQDO�DFKLHYHPHQW�VKRXOG�EH�RXU�FRPSOHWH�focus. We work hard to make sure our lessons are HQJDJLQJ�DQG�HQMR\DEOH�DQG�WKLV�LV�UHȵHFWHG�LQ�WKH�SRVLWLYH�IHHGEDFN�ZH�KDYH�UHFHLYHG�IURP�SDVW�DQG�present students. Our examination results are strong, with many of our students achieving or exceeding their predicted grades.

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CAREER PATHSClinical Psychology

CounsellingLaw Enforcement Marketing Executive Social Work

“Psychology is intriguing because we learn about the deeper aspects of human nature. It is a great subject to study at university as it opens doors to PDQ\�GLHUHQW�FDUHHU�SDWKV�ȋ�Zainab (Year 12)

Forensic Psychology Sports Psychology



RELIGIOUS STUDIESENTRY CRITERIATo study Religious Studies you will require a grade ��RU�KLJKHU�LQ�WZR�HVVD\�EDVHG�*&6(�VXEMHFWV��SUHIHUDEO\�LQFOXGLQJ�IXOO�FRXUVH�5(��RU�D�JUDGH��LQ�short course RE.

ABOUT THE COURSEReligious Studies is the social study of religion and religious practices. It focuses on contemporary issues and will encourage you to engage with these critically.

$OWKRXJK�LW�LV�D�WUDGLWLRQDO�VXEMHFW��LW�FDUULHV�PXFK�relevance to understanding the modern world and ZLOO�JLYH�\RX�D�YDOXDEOH�LQVLJKW�LQWR�WKH�WUXO\�GLYHUVH�and multicultural society in which we live. Choosing 5HOLJLRXV�6WXGLHV�ZLOO�KHOS�\RX�GHYHORS�D�PXFK�EHWWHU�understanding of yourself and the society in which you OLYH��ZKLOVW�DOVR�KHOSLQJ�\RX�WR�EHFRPH�ORJLFDO��RSHQ�minded and analytical in thought. You will study three modules at St Wilfrid’s which are philosophy of religion, religion and ethics and, New Testament studies.

Religious Studies is a rigorous A-Level, akin to SKLORVRSK\�LQ�LWV�GHPDQGV�DQG�GHJUHH�RI�GLɝFXOW\��DQG�H[FHOOHQW�SUHSDUDWLRQ�IRU�D�QXPEHU�RI�SRSXODU�DQG�demanding undergraduate courses. The skills learned E\�GRLQJ�5HOLJLRXV�6WXGLHV�DUH�KLJKO\�YDOXHG�LQ�PDQ\�occupations and useful for entry to many degrees.

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CAREER PATHS

“RS has enabled me to critically analyse and formulate judgments about worldly and controversial topics. It’s opened my mind to many perspectives, which can be entertained without always being accepted.” Samuel (Year 12)

Law Civil Service Politics Health Care

Charity work Social Work Journalism Police



[APPLIED] SCIENCEENTRY CRITERIATo study Applied Science you will require a grade ��RU�KLJKHU�LQ�D�*&6(�6FLHQFH�RU�*&6(�&RPELQHG�Science. You must also have a grade 5 in Maths.

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The course covers a range of science content covering Chemistry, Biology and Physics, with a focus on how the VFLHQFH�FDQ�EH�DSSOLHG�LQ�D�YRFDWLRQDO�VHWWLQJ�DQG�KRZ�WKH�VNLOOV�ZRXOG�EH�XVHG�LQ�D�UHOHYDQW�ZRUNSODFH��H�J��D�ODERUDWRU\�WHFKQLFLDQ�RU�DQ�HQYLURQPHQWDO�RɝFHU�LQ�ȴHOG�WHVWLQJ��ΖW�LV�DVVHVVHG�ZLWK�ERWK�H[WHUQDO�H[DPV��DQG�internally moderated coursework (50%). If you have a strong interest in science matched with a JRRG�ZRUN�HWKLF�DQG�DQ�DELOLW\�WR�ZRUN�ZLWKLQ�FRXUVHZRUN�deadlines, then this course is ideal. It not only provides you ZLWK�VRXQG�VFLHQWLȴF�NQRZOHGJH�EXW�LV�DQ�H[FHOOHQW�HQWU\�SRLQW�WR�ZRUNLQJ�LQ�D�VFLHQWLȴF�HQYLURQPHQW�

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CAREER PATHSEnvironmental Science Food Science Laboratory Technician

Human Science Paramedic Health Science

OCR LEVEL 3

“Applied Science is a great course to challenge yourself with all aspects of science. I love being able to study all three of the sciences while keeping other options open for further study.” Anisha (Year 12)



SOCIOLOGYENTRY CRITERIATo study Sociology you will require a grade 5 or higher in GCSE English Language and one other HVVD\�EDVHG�VXEMHFW�

ABOUT THE COURSE6RFLRORJ\�LV�WKH�VWXG\�RI�KXPDQ�EHKDYLRXU��ΖW�LV�concerned with humans in their collective aspect and encompasses all group activities, whether economic, social, political or religious.

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Law

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“I chose Sociology as it allows me to study many aspects of social life such as families, crime & deviance and education. It will open many doors for me in the future when I choose my career.” Saeed (Year 12)



[FASHION AND] TEXTILESENTRY CRITERIATo study Fashion and Textiles you will require a grade 5 or higher in GCSE Design Technology.

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“A-Level Fashion and Textiles allows me to build on the skills and knowledge learnt at GCSE to explore my own creativity and combine my love of designing with practical skills and experimentation.” Charlotte (Year 12)

Fashion Design Textile Design Retail Industry Interior Design

Costume Design Marketing Teaching



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