Upper School Curriculum Pathways and Higher EducationWest Island School, Hong Kong 2013

Inspiring Students to become responsible Global Citizens

Our common goal “WIS has a commitment to provide an appropriate

education for all our students regardless of their ability range and

preferred learning style.”

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Pathways

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SCHOOL

CURRICULUM

International

DiplomaIB

Diploma

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1 or 2 IB SL Certificates

that complement your BTEC Major (e.g.

English, Languages,

Design Technology, Film Studies,

Physics or Maths)

• BTEC Major (Business, Art & Design, Engineering, Sport & Exercise Science, Performance)

• BTEC Minor (Business, Art & Design, Engineering, Sport & Exercise Science, Performance )

• Work Placement

• Extended Project

• CAS & PE

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ID DIPLOMA

International Diploma PathwayInternational

Diploma pathways are designed for a different set of

preferred Learning

Styles

Applied Learning

Formative Assessment

Few end of course examinations

Specific Subject focus

Work Experience

Career Related Applied

progression to Further

Education or Higher

Education

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International Diploma PathwayA student that enters the International Diploma Programme should meet the following criteria:

• achieved at least 4 A* - C at GCSE

• have a good level of numeracy with a good standard of written

communication skills

• displayed constructive energy during their time at WIS

• shown a commitment to CAS

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International Diploma Pathway•Flexible•Alternative pathway• Wide range of choices• Specialize or maintain

breadth• Core programme has same philosophy as IB• Working closely with Other ESF Schools on the

Island

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International Diploma Pathway- Major Subject Focus

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Engineering

Art & Design

Performing

Arts

Business SportMajor Subject

FocusChoose one

International Diploma Pathway- Minor Subject Focus

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Engineering

Art & Design

Performing

Arts

Business SportMinor Subject

FocusChoose one

THE ID RESULTS 2013

Results 2013 2012 2011

Distinction* 41 (49%) - -

Distinction 33 (40%) 54 (80%) 37 (66%)

Merit 4 (5%) 10 (15%) 11 (20%)

Pass 5 (6%) 3 (5%) 8 (14%)

- 28 Students entered for the International Diploma – including BTEC’s + IB Certificates

- 83 BTEC Results

International Diploma Pathway-

What is BTEC?

• BTEC stands for Business Technology Education Council

• BTEC Minor is equivalent to 1 A Level• BTEC Major is equivalent to 2 A Levels• Graded at Distinction *, Distinction , Merit, Pass and

Fail• It is awarded exactly the same UCAS points as A

Levels• It is recognized by universities in UK, and elsewhere

Applied practical learning

Formative Assessment

Valued for clear vocational pathways

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BTEC Business- Major or Minor

Is Business Studies for you?• If you particularly find the

application of business theory to real life businesses interesting

• Want to understand how a business runs, work, the recruitment and selection of employees

• how businesses market themselves to consumers

• how businesses should manage their accounts

The BTEC 3 National Diploma in Business is a full-time two-year course designed for students considering a career in any area of Business. This includes the following branches of Business:

• Marketing• E-commerce• Finance• Human Resource

Management• Accounting• Retail

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BTEC Engineering- Major or Minor

Is Engineering for you?• Enjoy practical tasks as

some of the units are very rewarding and you have the opportunity in manufacturing your solutions to real design problems

• Develop your skills and knowledge on Engineering Materials and Processes, Engineering Drawing, Mathematics, Welding, Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM).

The BTEC 3 Diploma in Engineering is a full-time two-year course leading to the following branches of Engineering:

• Aerospace Engineering

• Chemical Engineering

• Civil Engineering• Electrical

Engineering• Mechanical

Engineering

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BTEC Art & Design- Major or Minor

The BTEC 3 Diploma in Art & Design will give you an understanding of the vital skills, techniques and attitudes to start as a successful professional or move on to further study. It will give an insight into employment opportunities available in the art and design world so that you can progress into a specific area of work within the industry.

Is Art & Design for you?• challenging, integrated,

exciting, flexible and a varied programme

• designed to meet individual student needs

• a route through 'Specialist Art and Design Pathways’

• relevant and purposeful pre-vocational course that can lead to various pathways.

• provides awards and qualifications required for university entry or the work place.

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BTEC Sports & Exercise Sciences-Major & Minor

Is Sports & Exercise Sciences for you?• develop your knowledge and skills

in selected activities• explore the contemporary

sociological issues in modern sport• examine the effects of exercise and

the relationships between training and performance

• analyse the way we learn to be skilful

• compare and contrast sport through many differing cultures

• enhance your understanding of the role of technology or psychology in sporting performance

• find ways to improve your own performance through your greater understanding of the subject.

The BTEC 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Sports & Exercise Sciences is a full-time two-year.

If you enjoy sporting activities the course will broaden your all round knowledge and skills in Physical Education as well as developing your understanding of the theory behind the subject.

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BTEC Performing Arts - Major & MinorIs Performance for you?

• Do you enjoy a creative challenge as all of the units are practically demanding, pushing you to explore new techniques and develop performance awareness?

• You must want to problem solve within artistic frameworks, using a wide range of skills to communicate meaning to specific target audiences.

• You must want to develop your skills and knowledge in a wide range of Drama genres and styles, using subject specific vocabulary to add clarity to your ideas.

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The BTEC 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Performing Arts is a full-time two-year course exploring the following areas of Theatre and Performance :

• Performing to an Audience• Applying Physical Theatre• Theatre for Children• Devising Plays• Performing in Masks• Contemporary Theatre

Performance

Notable Results International Diploma 6 students achieved D*D*/D*

Notable Results International Diploma

Notable Results International Diploma

Notable Results International Diploma

IB Diploma Programme

A student that enters the IB Diploma Programme should meet the following criteria:

• Achieved at least 5 A* - C at GCSE including Math and English Language

• Displayed constructive energy during their time at WIS

• Shown a commitment to CAS.

IB Diploma at WIS

First cohort of students completed their Diploma in May 2009

You will be the sixth cohort of IB and Advanced Diploma students

IB Diploma in ESF Secondary Schools IB Diploma Programme has been introduced

for Post 16 Students across the 5 Secondary Schools in 2007

Students in Years 10-11 will continue to complete a Middle Year Curriculum with IGCSE and GCSE examinations.

The IB Diploma A balanced and comprehensive international

programme of study over two years for Post 16 students

University entrance qualification recognized around the world in over ninety countries

Over 3600 participating schools in more than 146 countries

1,132,00 Students

The Full IB Diploma Curriculum Study 6 subjects over two years Three subjects studied at Higher Level Three subjects studied at Standard Level Study of the Theory of Knowledge Completion of an Extended Essay Participation in CAS (Creativity, Action,

Service.)

THE IB DIPLOMA

Group 5

Maths

IBExtended Essay

Theory ofKnowledgeCreativity,

Action,Service

Group 6 Creative

Arts

Group 1Language A Group 2

Language BAb initioGroup 3

Individuals& SocietiesGroup 4

ExperimentalSciences

THE IB RESULTS 2013

WIS 2013 WIS 2012 (2011)

ESF 2013

Worldwide 2012

Average Score for IB Diploma

35.3 35.2 (34.8) 34.6 29.8

Diploma pass rate 98.4% 100% (100%) 98% 78.5%Grade Average 5.61 5.55(5.51) 5.47 -Students scored 45 3 1 (0) 6 108Students scored 40+ 20.3% 19% (16%) 16.5% 4.4%Students scored 35+ 58.6% 56.6% (50.4%) 52.1% 19.5%Students scored 30+ 87.5% 88.5% (87.2%) 83.1% 46.6%

- 128 students entered for the full Diploma- 126 students achieved the full Diploma

Group 1: Literature A1- English

Demanding world literature course Most students will study texts in English. They study

novels, plays, non fiction and poetry from a range of countries and cultures

Some of the texts studied are translated texts originally written in non English languages.

10 texts at Standard Level/13 texts at Higher level. Self Taught Option (SL Only)

Group 1: Language & Literature A1- English

An academic course focusing on the detailed study of both fiction and non-fiction texts.

A focus on the varieties of language use and the contexts in which language is used.

Includes the traditional analytical study of literary texts – prose, poetry and drama.

Communicative uses of language and aspects of culture are key elements of the course.

Group 1& 6: Performance & Literature SL

An academic course focusing on the dramatic adaptation of non-performance texts.

Includes the traditional analytical study of literary texts – prose, poetry and drama

Focus on transforming texts for performance. Performance is formally assessed.

Group 1: Language & Literature A1 Chinese SL Only

Demanding Language and Literature Course Students must be at a very high standard of Chinese

Group 1: Language A: Self Taught SL

Demanding world literature course Option to choose Mother Tongue Language Some of the texts studied are translated texts originally

written in non English languages. 10 texts at Standard Level Self Taught Option (SL Only)

Group 2: Second Language Study

Appropriate Challenge• Language B Higher and Standard. This course meets the

needs of candidates for whom Language B is an academic foreign language. Students must have studied this language before. Chinese, Spanish and French will be offered.

Ab Initio – Standard Level. This course is designed for candidates who have a basic grasp of the Language or are relative beginners. Chinese, Spanish and French will be offered. Although designed for beginners this is not an easy option.

Group 3: Individuals and societies Business and Management Economics Geography Psychology Philosophy History Environmental Systems and Society (Group 3 or

Group 4, also Group 3 & Group 4)

Group 4 – Experimental Sciences Chemistry Biology Physics Computer Science Sport & Exercise Science SL Design Technology:

Resistant Materials ( HL & SL )CAD/CAM ( HL & SL )Food ( SL )Textiles ( SL )

Environmental Systems and Society (Group 3 or Group 4, also Group 3 & Group 4)

Group 5: Mathematics Maths Higher (HL) - designed for able mathematicians

who will be studying mathematics, engineering, physics, etc at university

Maths Standard (SL) – challenging course for students requiring mathematics skills for their university degree course.

Maths Studies (SL) – focus on practical applications for those unlikely to require mathematics in their future studies.

Group 6: Arts and electives Theatre Arts Visual Arts Film Studies Music Dance Performance and Literature – (Group 1 or 6, also

Group 1 &6) Students are expected to take a named Group 6 Arts course

unless they have specific evidence highlighting Higher Education requirements to select a second subject from Groups 2-4.

Theory of Knowledge Interdisciplinary requirement Stimulate critical reflection on knowledge 100 hours of teaching

Assessment 1 essay + 1 10 minute presentation.

Extended Essay Original research

Extended essay of 4,000 words

Depth of analysis of a particular topic

Creativity, Action Service (CAS) 150 hours over 2 years Creativity – wide range of arts as well as designing and

implementing service projects Action – individual and team sports but also taking part in

expeditions and local/international projects Service – community and social service activities

Assessment Terminal examinations in each subject Internal assessment in most subjects. Coursework from 30%

to 70% Use made of criterion based grading system which is not

norm referenced like the current A Level system Each subject Graded 1-7 (7 highest) Diploma requirement 24 points Maximum 45 points (3 bonus points for Extended Essay and

TOK) Students need a 4 to pass Higher Level subjects!! ESF

Position

Notable Results IB Diploma Score Final Destination Course45 US – Cornell Engineering45 HK – Chinese University Medicine45 UK - Cambridge Law44 UK – London School of Economics Law44 UK – London School of Economics Actuarial

Science

43 US – UCLA Engineering43 Canada – University of Toronto English43 HK – University of Hong Kong Dentistry42 US – Babson College Undeclared42 HK – Chinese University Medicine42 HK – Chinese University Medicine

Notable Results IB Diploma Score Final Destination Course42 HK – Chinese University Medicine42 UK – Durham Geography

42 HK – Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Engineering

42 UK – Durham Economics42 UK – Edinburgh Linguistics42 HK – University of Hong Kong Law41 HK – Chinese University Medicine41 UK – Durham University Chemistry41 HK – Chinese University Medicine

Notable Results IB Diploma Score Final Destination Course40 UK - University College London Architecture40 HK – University of Hong Kong International Business Global

Management40 UK – Hull York Medical School Medicine40 US – Purdue University Engineering40 UK – Durham University Chemistry40 HK – City University Law40 Australia Media

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2012-2013 Final University Destinations

UK US CanadaHK Aust. & NZ Others Gap Year/Military/Employment