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2012/2013

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COWLEY INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE

Hard Lane St Helens

Merseyside WA10 6PN

Tel: 01744 678030 Fax: 01744 678031

Email: [email protected]

CHOICES AVAILABLE

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CONTENTS Introduction to the Pathways Booklet ............................................................................................................................. 3 YEAR 9 PATHWAYS PROGRAMME 2012 – 2013 ................................................................................................................ 4 Year 10 Curriculum Pathways 2012 – 2014 ...................................................................................................................... 5 PROCESS OF CHOOSING OPTIONS .................................................................................................................................... 6 First Choice Questionnaire ............................................................................................................................................... 7 Questions I need to ask ................................................................................................................................................... 8 Career Connect ................................................................................................................................................................ 9 Careers Education and Guidance at Cowley ..................................................................................................................... 9 GCSE English, English Studies, English Literature ............................................................................................................ 11 GCSE Mathematics ......................................................................................................................................................... 12 GCSE Core Science and Additional Science ..................................................................................................................... 13 BTEC Applied Science ..................................................................................................................................................... 13 GCSE ICT (single award) ................................................................................................................................................. 14 BTEC First Award I&CT ................................................................................................................................................... 15 GCSE French, German and Spanish ................................................................................................................................ 16 FCSE French or German .................................................................................................................................................. 16 GCSE Additional Core Science and Further Additional Science ....................................................................................... 18 GCSE Geography ............................................................................................................................................................ 19 GCSE History .................................................................................................................................................................. 20 GCSE Philosophy, Psychology and Ethics of Religion ...................................................................................................... 21 GCSE Art and Design ...................................................................................................................................................... 22 GCSE Graphic Products .................................................................................................................................................. 23 BTEC Art and Design - Graphics ...................................................................................................................................... 23 GCSE Design and Technology Resistant Materials .......................................................................................................... 24 GCSE Textiles Technology .............................................................................................................................................. 25 BTEC Art and Design - Textiles ....................................................................................................................................... 25 GCSE PE ......................................................................................................................................................................... 26 BTEC Sport ..................................................................................................................................................................... 26 GCSE Film Studies .......................................................................................................................................................... 27 BTEC Creative Media Production Level 2........................................................................................................................ 27 GCSE Business Studies ................................................................................................................................................... 28 BTEC Business ................................................................................................................................................................ 28 BTEC Children’s Care, Learning and Development ......................................................................................................... 29 BTEC Health and Social Care .......................................................................................................................................... 29 BTEC Games Development............................................................................................................................................. 30 BTEC Engineering ........................................................................................................................................................... 31 BTEC Construction ......................................................................................................................................................... 31 BTEC Level 2 First Award in Hospitality .......................................................................................................................... 32 BTEC Performing Arts .................................................................................................................................................... 33 BTEC Dance .................................................................................................................................................................... 34 BTEC Public Services ...................................................................................................................................................... 35 BTEC Travel and Tourism ............................................................................................................................................... 36 Checklist ........................................................................................................................................................................ 37 Cowley Sixth Form ......................................................................................................................................................... 38

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Student Name Form

INTRODUCTION TO THE PATHWAYS BOOKLET

This booklet is a guide to help you make the right decisions about the courses you choose in Year 10. It contains lots of useful information that you will need throughout the process of choosing your options.

Remember to consider the following points when choosing courses to study in Year 10:

• You would find the subject enjoyable and interesting • You are achieving your target in a subject • You need it or it is useful for your future career • It is a subject you will do well in • It will combine well with your other subjects • You like the method of assessment and teaching

Good choices are balanced choices

Contact for further information

Head of Achievement – Mr Middleton

Learning Co-ordinator – Miss Swaby

Assistant Principal – Mrs J Prescott

01744 678030

Useful Links www.connexionslive.com

Please keep this booklet in a safe place - you will only be given one booklet.

WARNING

IT IS IMPORTANT TO BEAR IN MIND THAT ALL COURSES LISTED IN THIS BOOKLET MAY NOT RUN.

AN OPTIONAL COURSE WILL ONLY RUN IF IT HAS SUFFICIENT STUDENT NUMBERS TO MAKE THE COURSE VIABLE.

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YEAR 9 PATHWAYS PROGRAMME 2012 – 2013

EVENT DATE

Assembly

- Year 9 Pathways Programme

Week beginning 19th November 2012

Taster Sessions for Work-Related vocational courses available in Year 10

Week beginning 26th November 2012

Assembly

-Future jobs with MFL

Week beginning 3rd December 2012

Workshops at lunchtime to research possible progression routes

Week beginning 10th December 2012

PSE lessons - Preparation for Year 10 course choices October - February

Distribution of Year 10 course booklet

Assembly

- Introduction to Year 10 course booklet

Week beginning 7th January 2013

Taster lessons for existing KS3 subjects and new KS4 subjects

Week beginning 7th January 2013

Information regarding the Pathway allocated and the First Choice Questionnaire to Parents/Carers

To be posted Wednesday 9th January 2013

Year 9 Parents’ Evening and presentation for Year 10 Courses and Pathways

Wednesday 16th January 2013

Deadline for return of the First Choices Questionnaire for Year 10 Choices

Friday 18thJanuary 2013

Distribution of the Final Choices to students 15th February (Half term Mon 18th - 22ndFeb)

Interviews for Year 10 Pathways with students and parents Week beginning 25th February 2013

Deadline for choices Monday 4th March 2013

Feedback to students and parents Week beginning 22nd April 2013

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YEAR 10 CURRICULUM PATHWAYS 2012 – 2014

All students will study the core curriculum; English, Mathematics, Science, MFL and ICT. Students will also have on their timetable Religious Education, Citizenship, PHSE, PE and games.

Students will then have some choice in the subjects they study but the curriculum pathways will be matched to their prior attainment data and predicted grades – this will enable them to make progress and achieve their full potential.

The course level will be matched to the students’ ability and predicted grades. Students will be monitored carefully throughout Years 10 and 11 - as a result of this, the level or subject content of the course may be changed to allow students to achieve, progress and succeed.

The curriculum Pathways available are:

Pathway 1 – students select subjects from the Option Blocks.

Pathway 2 – students will select subjects from the Option Blocks. Some students may have

the opportunity to study Level 1 courses at St Helens College.

Pathway 3 – students will concentrate on the core curriculum with the possibility of

progression onto a work related course in Year 11.

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PROCESS OF CHOOSING OPTIONS

The process of choosing options for Year 10 is divided into two stages:

STAGE 1

Students will select subjects from the First Choice Questionnaire and put them in order of preferred choice according to the Pathway allocated in Year 10. An example of this questionnaire is overleaf. The questionnaire will be sent to parents/carers on the 9th January 2013 with the allocated pathway and this needs to be returned to Form Tutors by the 19th January 2013.

After this stage your choices will be electronically processed to design the Option Blocks for Stage 2.

STAGE 2

Students will be given the Final Option Blocks Pro-forma and then will need to select a first and second choice for each block. The pro-forma will be given to students on Friday 15th February 2013 in Tutorial time, and needs to be taken home to discuss with parents/carers ready for the one to one interview during the week beginning 25th February 2013.

WARNING

IT IS IMPORTANT TO BEAR IN MIND THAT ALL COURSES LISTED IN THIS BOOKLET MAY NOT RUN.

AN OPTIONAL COURSE WILL ONLY RUN IF IT HAS SUFFICIENT STUDENT NUMBERS TO MAKE THE COURSE VIABLE.

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FIRST CHOICE QUESTIONNAIRE

Name Form Teaching Group

PATHWAY 1 PATHWAY 2

GCSE Art GCSE Art

GCSE Business Studies GCSE Geography

GCSE Film Studies BTEC Art & Design: Graphics

GCSE Geography GCSE History

GCSE Graphics GCSE PE/BTEC Sport

GCSE History GCSE RS

GCSE ICT/Computing Studies BTEC Art & Design: Textiles

GCSE PE/BTEC Sport BTEC Business

GCSE Resistant Materials BTEC Childcare

GCSE RS BTEC Construction

GCSE Further Additional Science BTEC Creative & Media

GCSE Spanish BTEC Engineering

GCSE Textiles BTEC Games Design

BTEC Childcare BTEC Health

BTEC Engineering BTEC Hospitality

BTEC Health BTEC Performing Arts

BTEC Hospitality BTEC Public Services

BTEC Performing Arts BTEC Travel

BTEC Public Services

BTEC Travel

Please list the choices in order of preference:

Pathway 1 Pathway 2

1 1

2 2

3 3

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QUESTIONS I NEED TO ASK

Use this page to write down any questions you now need to ask after having read through the booklet:

My Questions How will I find this information?

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CAREER CONNECT

Career Connect offers independent and impartial careers information, advice and guidance and at present two Careers Advisers work at Cowley.

SOME ADVICE FROM THE CAREERS ADVISERS AT COWLEY

The courses and subjects you decide to study in Years 10 and 11 can affect what you do in the future, so choose your options with care.

Find out which subjects you will need. If you have a course or a job in mind, check out the ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. These are not always as obvious as you might think, so check carefully. Some A level subjects cannot be taken unless you have achieved the required GCSE grade in those subjects. Other A level subjects don’t require you to have taken them at GCSE level. Find out more about this by asking your teachers or looking at the Sixth Form Prospectus. Taking a vocational course doesn’t mean that you are committing yourself to a particular type of job (just as taking History doesn’t mean that you are going to become a historian). It simply means that you have chosen one subject which is more about the world of work than traditional subjects. Don’t forget how important modern foreign languages will be for jobs in the future. You are as likely (maybe even more likely) to travel abroad in your work if you are an engineer or scientist as you are if you work in the travel industry!

It is never too early to start finding out about jobs and courses. If you can’t find the information you need ask the Careers Advisers or use the Connexionslive website www.connexionslive.com

CAREERS EDUCATION AND GUIDANCE AT COWLEY

Careers Information, Advice and Guidance is a vital part of the preparation of students for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life. Its central concern is preparing students for the choices, changes and transitions affecting their future education, training and life as adult members of society.

Careers Information, Advice and Guidance forms an important part of the College’s Personal, Social and Health Education (P.S.H.E). Students experience a range of careers activities including: the College careers fair, visits to local employers and further/higher education establishments and careers exhibitions, presentations from the uniformed services, career workshops and opportunities to meet representatives from the world of work. Careers lessons via P.S.H.E. are also a part of the curriculum.

In Year 11 students may have the opportunity to have a session with the Careers Advisers with career action planning linked to possible progression routes. Students in Year 9 and 10 will also receive help and guidance from the Careers Advisers as appropriate. Careers Advisers are also present at some Parents’ Evenings.

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CORE CURRICULUM

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GCSE ENGLISH, ENGLISH STUDIES, ENGLISH LITERATURE

CONTACT: MR HINES

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The current GCSE follows a modular format but this is likely to change in the New Year to a linear course. Details of the new course will be given in English lessons.

You will read a selection of pre-release non-fiction on two meaningful themes. Students will learn to analyse key points such as the writer’s choice of presentation, image and language.

This course involves studying written language based on EITHER a non-fiction text OR a Different Cultures prose text. Students will analyse situations, issues or problems from a familiar context using evidence to support views or opinions.

The course will also helps to develop skills in analysing the spoken language that we hear and use and develop skills in writing for the spoken voice, with a focus on dialogue and scripts

ASSESSMENT:

Controlled assessments and an examination.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Students will develop the ability to communicate clearly, to read materials carefully. Appreciation of a variety of texts. Letter writing, computer skills, creation of leaflets and creation of short stories etc.

PROGRESSION ROUTES AT COWLEY:

AS/A Level English Language, AS/A Level English Literature, AS/A Level Film Studies, BTEC Level Media Studies, AS/A Level Sociology, International Baccalaureate.

POSSIBLE CAREERS RELATED TO THIS SUBJECT:

Media, journalism, lawyer, business administrator, printing and publishing.

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GCSE MATHEMATICS CONTACT: MR OAKES

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Students who work hard and possess a positive attitude to their studies tend to gain more enjoyment from the course and achieve better results.

The GCSE mathematics course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and understanding they need to use and apply mathematical skills in everyday life. The course encourages students to develop confidence in and have a positive attitude towards mathematics and to recognise the importance of mathematics in their own lives and in society.

This qualification prepares students to make informed decisions about the use of technology, the management of money and to be numerate, functional adults.

There are two tiers available for study – Foundation level and Higher level. Both tiers cover number, algebra, geometry, statistics and probability.

Foundation tier offers grades C – G, and the Higher tier offers grades A* - D. The tier studied will be matched to students KS3 assessment results, so it is very important to do well in your end of KS3 assessment.

ASSESSMENT:

The GCSE is 100% examination and is a Linear course. The course is assessed by two written examination papers. Paper 1 is a non-calculator examination whereas Paper 2 examination allows a calculator to be used.

There is no coursework for GCSE mathematics.

You will need to provide your own calculator for both lessons and the examinations.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

The course covers the four areas of mathematics:

Using and applying mathematics – The use of knowledge, skills and understanding in practical tasks, in real life problems and investigations. i. Number – The understanding and use of number, including estimation and approximation, interpreting results and checking for reasonableness. ii. Algebra – The use of symbols and graphs in expressing relationships. Shape and Space – The properties of 2D and 3D shapes and use of measurement, location and transformation in the study of space. Handling Data – The collection, use and interpretation of data and the understanding of probability.


AS Use of Maths, AS and A Level Mathematics, AS and A Level Further Mathematics, International Baccalaureate Maths Studies, International Baccalaureate Maths HL.


Statistics, transport, engineering, media, food, technology, graphics, IT, computer games, environment, medicine, science, teaching, finance…(and much, much more!)

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GCSE CORE SCIENCE AND ADDITIONAL SCIENCE

CONTACT: MR GRIMSHAW

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course is worth two GCSEs for students in Pathway 1 with exams in Biology, Chemistry and Physics at the end of the course. It will fulfill the requirements for progression to any further courses or careers needing science and includes practical experiments, problem solving and the use of ICT. After Year 10 students will follow the Additional science course.

ASSESSMENT:

Exams during Year 10 and 11 as well as assessed practical work.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Laboratory work / practical experiments, ICT, numeracy, presentation skills.


Science AS / A2 in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Science, International Baccalaureate.

POSSIBLE CAREERS RELATED TO THIS SUBJECT: Engineering e.g. chemical, electrical, mechanical civil. Medicine / health care e.g. nurse, paramedic, research assistant. Dentistry e.g. dental hygienist, dental technician. Pharmacy e.g. dispenser, research technician. Teaching e.g. primary or secondary.

BTEC APPLIED SCIENCE CONTACT: MR MCNAMARA

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This is a vocational course which focuses on the use of science in the work place. Students will undertake practical assessment work, use ICT to present some of their work and complete a written exam.

ASSESSMENT:

75% coursework assessed internally and externally, 25% external assessment

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Laboratory work / practical experiments, ICT, numeracy, presentation skills


BTEC National Applied Science

POSSIBLE CAREERS RELATED TO THIS SUBJECT: Laboratory work e.g. laboratory technician Engineering e.g. chemical, mechanical, electrical. Hospital e.g. nurse, paramedic, health care assistant, health promotion officer.

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GCSE ICT (SINGLE AWARD) CONTACT: MR ALSTON

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The course covers two unit of work:

UNIT 1: Living in a Digital World Students will learn about the how digital technology is used in everyday life. Focusing on areas such as leisure, shopping, education, entertainment and health, they will consider how the use of technology has had a positive and negative effect on these areas. UNIT 2: Using Digital Tools This is a practical unit that will develop a range of practical skills using a variety of tools such as databases, spreadsheets, desk top publishing, website development, video editing, graphic design and animation.

ASSESSMENT:

UNIT 1: Living in a Digital World – is an externally assessed unit of work in the form of one written paper. Students will have 90 minutes to complete the paper. Weighting 40%

UNIT 2: Using Digital Tools – is assessed through a ‘Controlled Assessment Brief’ (CAB). The brief is provided by the exam board and students have a total of 40 hours to complete the brief. Weighting 60%

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Students will be required to develop a wide variety of ICT related skills including desk top publishing, graphic design, spreadsheet modeling and database design to name a just a few. Students will also develop basic communication skills and an ability to write reports.


BTEC National in ICT, AS/A Level ICT course, International Baccalaureate


Graphic designer, web designer, computer games developer, computer programmer, systems analyst, network technician, sound engineer, animation, accountant, manufacturing (CAD/ CAM), media production, architecture.

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BTEC FIRST AWARD I&CT CONTACT: MR ALSTON

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This qualification is called BTEC First Award Information and Creative Technology, the course is made up of a number of coursework units and one exam:

Unit 1: Digital World (Compulsory) Develops the knowledge and understanding of how ICT is used in the real world. This unit is externally assessed in the form of an online exam. Unit 2: Digital portfolio (Compulsory) Students will design and develop a Digital Portfolio usually in the form of a website that will be used to showcase the practical work they complete during the three years they study for their BTEC qualification. Students will be required to cover a minimum of two other optional units that can be selected from a range of topics including graphic design, animation, spreadsheets and databases.

ASSESSMENT:

75% Coursework, 25% externally assessed work

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Students will have the opportunity to develop a wide variety of IT related skills, including word processing, desk top publishing and graphic design. Students will develop basic communication skills and an ability to write reports.


BTEC National ICT course


Graphic designer, computer games developer, system analyst, sound engineer, accountant, media production, web designer, computer programmer, network technician, animation, manufacturing (CAD/CAM), architecture.

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GCSE FRENCH, GERMAN AND SPANISH CONTACT: MISS HALE

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Being able to communicate in another language can open doors most would not think imaginable! This is a course with external and controlled assessments.

Topics include: • Common topic areas (listening & reading): Out and about, customer service and transactions, personal

information, future plans, education and work. • Controlled assessment: Media and culture, sports and leisure, travel and tourism, business, work and

employment, centre-based option.

ASSESSMENT:

External examinations in listening and reading, controlled assessments in writing and speaking.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Verbal/written, communication in a foreign language, greater cultural understanding, use of technology.


AS/A Level or International Baccalaureate.


Banking, commerce, tourism, leisure, teaching, law, industry, engineering, media.

FCSE FRENCH OR GERMAN

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Entry level course in French or German.

ASSESSMENT:

Portfolio of work showing a range of listening, reading, writing and speaking evidence on key topic areas. These are:

• Theme 1 - My World (units 1-3): Meeting People, Home Life, Education and Future Plans

• Theme 2 - Holidays and Leisure (units 4-6): Holidays, Travel and Accommodation, Leisure

• Theme 3 – Lifestyle (units 7-9): Celebrations, Health and Fitness, Food and Drink

• Theme 4 – The Young Person in Society (units 10-12): Region and Environment, Media, Work and Choices

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Competence in listening, reading, speaking and writing in the target language.


None.


Range of opportunities including tourism, commerce and customer relations. This qualification is valuable evidence of an extra skill that could be attractive to future employers.

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OPTIONAL COURSES

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GCSE ADDITIONAL CORE SCIENCE AND FURTHER ADDITIONAL SCIENCE

SEPARATE SCIENCES

(BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS)

CONTACT: MR GRIMSHAW

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course leads to three separate GCSEs in Core Science, Additional Science and Further Additional Science with exams in Years 10 and 11. Students will complete practical assessments and theory work.

The entry requirements for this course are:

• level 6 at KS3 science in the end of course assessment.

• a record showing that homework and class work is completed consistently

• good or excellent for effort on the OMR grades

ASSESSMENT:

Each GCSE has:

• Three Units (Biology, Chemistry and Physics)

• Assessed practical work

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Practical skills, independent learning, ICT Skills


AS/A-Level sciences in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, International Baccalaureate.

POSSIBLE CAREERS RELATED TO THIS SUBJECT: Engineering e.g. chemical, electrical, mechanical, civil. Medicine e.g. doctor, optician, biomedical scientist, nurse, paramedic. Dentistry e.g. dentist, orthodontist, dental hygienist, dental technician. Pharmacy e.g. pharmacist, dispenser, research scientist. Veterinary sciences e.g. zoologist, vet, surgeon, veterinary nurse.

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GCSE GEOGRAPHY CONTACT: MS FRANCIS

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Geography will give you an understanding of aspects of life in the local region, the UK, Europe and the World. It will help you to understand the world you live in and the cultures of other countries. Geography is regarded highly by employers and universities. GCSE Geography students have achieved excellent grades over recent years.

You will study for the AQA GCSE Geography specification A. You will develop your geographical skills and an understanding of the world through the study of six topics. These are: earthquakes and volcanoes, ice, rocks, population, cities and tourism. There are fieldtrips throughout the course.

ASSESSMENT: Controlled assessment based on fieldwork – 25% of the final grade, Examination – 75% of the final grade. Examinations in Year 11.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

ICT, map reading, collecting data, analysis of data, use of data, fieldwork, report writing, discussions


A Level Geography, International Baccalaureate

Due to its physical and human elements it is considered as both a scientific and humanities subject at university.


Advertising, banking, meteorology, architecture, law, sport and recreation, environmental health, tourism, volcanologist, conservation, civil engineering, town planning.

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GCSE HISTORY CONTACT: MRS WILLIAMS

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Students will study the OCR Modern World GCSE History specification B. Students will develop their historical skills and understanding of the Modern World during the interwar years through the study of a number of topics. These include the USA, Nazi Germany and the lead up to the Second World War.

ASSESSMENT:

Examination 75%, Controlled Assessment 25%.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Recall, selection and organization of knowledge, use of historical sources, comprehensive, analysis and evaluation.


AS/A Level History, International Baccalaureate.


Entrance into occupations requiring analysis, interpretation and considering a range of views e.g. police force, retail, administration, journalism, personnel, advertising, law and archeology.

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GCSE PHILOSOPHY, PSYCHOLOGY AND ETHICS OF RELIGION

CONTACT: MRS REED

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

An RS course with very little ‘religion’! Picked specially to focus on all those fascinating topics students enjoy arguing about – sex, drugs, evil, and crime. Plenty to get your teeth into and an added extra GCSE at the end of Year 11, giving you two full GCSES!

This is a two year course starting in Year 9 and covers key topics like:

• PHILOSOPHY: Does God Exist? Why does God allow us to suffer? What happens when we die?

• ETHICS: Is it ever right to kill? Are abortion and euthanasia acceptable? Should we bring back hanging? Do animals deserve the same rights as you? Is cloning humans right or wrong?

• SOCIOLOGY of religion: Should religions be allowed to preach to others? Does religion cause trouble in the world or bring peace? Does being religious make you a ‘better’ person?

Key topics:

• Can we survive death?

• Where does evil come from?

• Crime and punishment, drugs, abortion, sex, war, capital punishment, racism and many more.

ASSESSMENT:

• Examination at the end of the second year which is 100% of the total marks.

• In Year 11 we offer an additional GCSE in sociology, psychology or philosophy. These courses will start after the Year 10 exams have been sat resulting in the Students finishing the course with two full GCSEs.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Students must be open minded and willing to say what they think as well as listening to others. Students will learn how to argue a point of view logically and how to defend their own opinions.


AS and A Level RS in philosophy, psychology and sociology of religion and ethics or any course in humanities or social sciences like: English, history, sociology, psychology and Law.


Social work, police, teaching, nurse, doctor, midwife, childminder, nursery nurse, journalism, advertising, media, civil service, accountancy, law, care worker, youth work – anything with people.

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GCSE ART AND DESIGN CONTACT: MRS KAY

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This is a well resourced department offering a wide range of opportunities to students of all abilities who are willing to learn, research and develop as art creators.

This is a course developing art skills in painting, photography, ICT, printing, research, sculpture, relief, textiles, ceramics, and drawing. Students will also gather evidence to display in portfolios, sketchbooks or videos or exhibitions. Students may have the opportunity to visit local and national galleries.

ASSESSMENT:

The course consists of 60% Coursework (Unit 1) and 40% Examination (Unit 2).

Coursework consists of three units to complete: two coursework projects and mock exam.

There are four Assessment Objectives: • Observational drawing and photography – methods of recording • Artist research and influence (research and evaluation) • Techniques, processes and idea development – experimentation with materials, styles and techniques • Final piece – conclusion of investigations through the production of one piece of informed work.

Unit 1: Coursework (60%) is marked by teacher throughout the course and marks are assessed by the external examiners at the end of the course.

Unit 2: The examination (40%) is externally set and consists of a specified preparation time and 10 hour exam (split over 2 days).

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Students will develop:

• Visual communication – looking, interpreting, visualising, recording.

• Verbal communication – use of subject based terminology, evaluation, research and annotation

• Practical abilities– drawing, technical drawing, painting, 3D making, exhibition of work, photography, ICT image manipulation.

• Research and idea development – artist reference and influence and consideration of various multicultural faiths and histories.


AS/A2 Level Art and Design, International Baccalaureate.


Photography, illustration (books and magazines), animation (cartoons/films), teaching – nursery, primary and secondary, architecture, interior design, theatre design and management, film and video production, product design, graphic design, fashion/textile design and jewellery design, industrial design, ceramics, graphic illustration/magazine layout.

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GCSE GRAPHIC PRODUCTS CONTACT: MS GRIFFITHS

BTEC ART AND DESIGN - GRAPHICS MISS HARVEY

MISS DAVIES

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:

GCSE Graphic Products is a two year course based on interesting design briefs, examination and coursework.

In Year 10 students may complete projects such as movie marketing and corporate identity for an airline and in Year 11 students design and make a final project from a list set by the exam board. This could include making point of sale displays, packaging and other promotional materials for their chosen task which could be related to the Olympics or a school music band task.

BTEC Art & Design - Graphics is a vocational qualification introducing learners to the techniques graphic designers use to create dynamic and innovative work.

We will complete a range of units covering, research, communicating ideas in 2D and 3D, health and safety, investigating contextual references in art and design, model making.

ASSESSMENT:

GCSE:

• 60% Coursework (by February half term in Year 11) 25 - 30 pages of A3 (45 hours – 90 marks)

• 40% Examination (2 hours – 120 marks)

BTEC:

• 75% internally assessed – mainly coursework based.

• 25% externally assessed by the exam board in the form of a controlled creative project that pupils prepare a portfolio for.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Research and analysis, ideas and drawing skills, model making and evaluation, ICT/CAD CAM, design sketchbook production, 2D and 3D techniques.


AS/A2 Level Product Design

BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Textiles


Designer, graphic designer, product development, product designer, production manager, commercial illustrator, interior / exhibition designer, advertising person.

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COWLEY INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE GCSE DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY

RESISTANT MATERIALS

CONTACT: MR PURCELL

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course builds on the knowledge and understanding you have developed in design and technology from KS3. You will complete a number of practical projects using wood, metal and plastics.

This course will involve the design and production of a number of products using wood, metal and plastic. These projects are aimed at preparing students for the design and production of a major project in Year 11. The major project allows students to design and make a product that will satisfy the specification of a set of design briefs set by the exam board, e.g. modern tables, iPod docks or garden furniture.

Students also sit an examination at the end of the course.

ASSESSMENT:

Major project – This requires students to design and make a product, in Year 11, that satisfies a specific problem and is worth 60% of the total marks available. It should take 45 hours to design and make the task, using no more than 20 sheets of A3.

Examination – This tests a student’s knowledge and understanding of resistant materials and is worth 40% of the total marks available and will last 2 hours.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Students will develop confidence in the design and making of products that satisfy a specific problem.

Designing skills are developed in the form of sketches, isometric, orthographic and 3D modelling.

Practical skills are developed through the realisation of practical assignments.


AS/A Level Design and Technology: Product Design.


Carpenter, joiner, shop fitter, engineering technician, metal engineer and electrician.

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GCSE TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY CONTACT: MRS CHAPMAN

BTEC ART AND DESIGN - TEXTILES MISS ROGERS


GCSE Textiles Technology provides opportunities to produce Fashion/Textile products which are unique and creative. It gives you the chance to develop practical skills and the confidence to complete design and make tasks.

BTEC Art and Design – Textiles provides students with ‘real life’ textile and design skills relevant to today’s environment.

Projects include, fashion shows, fashion design, interior design, decorative techniques, CAD/CAM and digital printing.

BTEC Art and Design – Textiles is an interesting and appealing course which includes many elements of fashion and textiles. In Year 11 students design and make a fashion/textile product of their own choice.

ASSESSMENT:

• GCSE coursework is based on a 3 dimensional fashion/textile project and a design folder: 60% of total GCSE mark. Written examination: 40% of total GCSE mark.

• BTEC - 75% internally assessed - mainly coursework based. 25% externally assessed by the exam board in the form of a controlled creative project that pupils prepare a portfolio for.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

GCSE - Portfolio production, designing and making skills, problem solving, working with others, creative and decorative textile techniques.

BTEC - design sketchbook production, designing and making skills, working with others, creative and

decorative textile techniques.


BTEC Level 3 Art and Design: Textiles


Fashion designer, textile designer, costume designer, fashion buyer, quality control in the fashion industry.

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GCSE PE CONTACT: MR GORDON

BTEC SPORT MR POTTER


This is an opportunity for enthusiastic students to achieve a qualification in PE. Students will be entered onto either the GCSE or BTEC course depending on suitability. Both are two year courses and have practical elements and theory elements.

It would be beneficial to have represented a school team or attended at least one extra-curricular club every week and to have participated in every practical lesson of PE/Sport.

ASSESSMENT:

GCSE PE- this course is based on 60% practical and 40% theory.

BTEC Sport - this course is based on 80% coursework 20% examination.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Coaching , fitness testing, dealing with injuries, assessing risks, performance analysis, techniques and tactics in a wide range of team and individual sports.


AS/A Level PE, BTEC National Sport, BTEC National Public Services


PE Teachers, sports coaches, sports development officer, nutritionist, physiotherapist, sports journalist, outdoor adventure leader, sports marketing/event management, armed forces.

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GCSE FILM STUDIES CONTACT: MR HARRISON

BTEC CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION LEVEL 2

MR LILLEY


GCSE Film Studies - film has become the dominant art form of the 20th and 21st century. This course will both help you understand your own enjoyment of Hollywood and British cinema and also give you an introduction into the process of making your own films. We will look at the process of filming (Cinematography) and of editing the finished product.

BTEC Creative Media Production - these days, the modern world is dominated by the Media. From television and films to music and the internet, we spend a great deal of our lives watching and consuming media productions. This course will help you to understand how media professionals create advertisements and short films and will help to develop your research and communication skills.

We will look at a wide range of media topics, such as television, radio, magazine advertisements and how the internet is used for advertising a product. We will also learn how to use professional filming and editing equipment, to create our own moving image products.

ASSESSMENT:

GCSE: Controlled assessment 50%: including the production of a short film and a study of a film of your choice. External assessment 50%: including the study of films from Hollywood and elsewhere.

BTEC: The course is made up of four units, each assessing a different skill in Creative Media Production. Assessment consists of practical coursework, presentations and collecting a file of evidence on your chosen subject. Each year, you will be asked to plan, record and edit a short film on a set topic.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Team work, communication skills, research, planning, film making and editing films.


A Level Film Studies, BTEC Creative Media Production Level 3.


Advertising, marketing manager, television producer / director, broadcasting assistant, film / television camera operator, market researcher, video games.

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GCSE BUSINESS STUDIES CONTACT: MS WARD

BTEC BUSINESS MISS SMART


These are a two year course which enables the student to understand the realities of how the world works.

The GCSE course gives a broad coverage of different topics in business including: business start-up, production, marketing, finance, managing people, business growth and business planning.

The BTEC course enables students to study a variety of businesses such as; McDonalds, Oxfam, Greggs, Morrisons. Case studies are also presented for local businesses in and around St.Helens, national and internationally.

ASSESSMENT:

GCSE:

• One examination worth 75%: Year 11 - Summer term

• Controlled Assessment worth 25%: Year 11 - Autumn/Spring term

BTEC:

• 75% internally assessed coursework

• 25% external assessment

• 3 Portfolios (Certificate)

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Written communication, ICT (PowerPoint / Publisher, spoken communication, teamwork, numeracy, report writing, presentation skills, research skills, teamwork, ICT, report writing.


AS/A Level Business Studies / BTEC National Business Subsidiary Diploma.


Accountant, accounts clerk, sales and financial adviser, financial analyst, insurance broker, buyer in retail or manufacturing, bank manager / assistant / officer, personnel manager.

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BTEC CHILDREN’S CARE, LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

CONTACT: MRS ROBINSON

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The BTEC in Children’s Learning and Development is for those children who have a general interest in children.

The course is divided into 3 units based on the development of babies and children. Students can gain practical experience in a local nursery - this is a compulsory part of the course and must be completed on a work experience placement, before the end of the course. Students will take part in practical activities at college which they then put into practice in a nursery.

ASSESSMENT:

Each unit is based on coursework which is assessed internally. There is up to 25% external examination with this course.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Research, communication (both written and spoken), ICT, knowledge of child development, jobs in the care sector, placement experience working with children.


Level 3 BTEC National Award, Level 3 BTEC National Diploma.


Nursery nurse, play worker, play specialist, early years teacher.

BTEC HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE CONTACT: MRS ROBINSON

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This is a practical work related course based on realistic workplace situations and activities. Mandatory units to develop communication skills and investigate people’s rights and needs. Some students may have the opportunity to study for the Extended Certificate and they have to study one additional unit. This could be vocational experience, cultural diversity, anatomy and physiology, human lifespan, creative and therapeutic activities.

ASSESSMENT:

The majority of work is based on coursework using PowerPoint, presentations, posters and role plays. One unit will be externally tested, and could take the form of a project or written task.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Research, communication both written and spoken, ICT, knowledge of health, jobs in the care sector.


BTEC National Subsidiary Diploma in Health and Social Care, BTEC National Diploma in H&SC, BTEC National Award in Child Care, BTEC National Diploma in Childcare.


Nursing, practitioner nurse, paramedic, social worker, dietician, operating theatre technician, play specialist, play worker.

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BTEC GAMES DEVELOPMENT CONTACT: MR GASKELL

MR BURROWS

MR JONES

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Students will study BTEC Extended Certificate - Games Development. This is an innovative exciting course which aims to provide students with a sound knowledge and a practical experience of computer games. This comprises of creating 2D and 3D games, alongside understanding other roles within the gaming industry such as designing, producing, and testing and managing computer games.

ASSESSMENT:

All units will be internally assessed through coursework.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Computer game level design, sound testing, in-depth knowledge of computer games, graphical design, testing computer games and technologies e.g. consoles, evaluation skills, research techniques, understand ‘game-play’ ideas, build a real 2D & 3D game, understand real gaming concepts, create game characters, build video game environments.


BTEC National Computer Games Development.


Games testers, animators, audio engineers, technical support, game producers, marketing managers, market researchers, script writer, composer, games designer, artist.

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BTEC ENGINEERING CONTACT: MR PURCELL

MISS HARVEY

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

BTEC Engineering is a vocational course covering topics such as health and safety, understanding machinery and selecting materials. Students may have the opportunity to visit various manufacturing plants e.g. Land Rover/Jaguar.

ASSESSMENT:

All units are assessed in college and then externally moderated. Grades are Pass, Merit and Distinction.

There is an external project set by the exam board that will be assessed by Edexcel.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

You will learn to use a wide range of tools, machinery and equipment using project work and written assignments.


A Level Design Technology, BTEC Level 3 Engineering


Manufacturing and industry e.g. production worker, quality control inspector, craft machinists and machine operator. Engineer e.g. mechanical, chemical, electronics, and civil engineering.

BTEC CONSTRUCTION

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

BTEC Construction is a vocational course consisting of units of work that cover health and safety, joinery, plumbing, electrics and decorating.

ASSESSMENT:

All units are assessed in college and then externally moderated. Grades are Pass, Merit and Distinction.

There is an external project set by the exam board that will be assessed by Edexcel.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

You will learn to use various construction techniques such as joinery, electrics, plumbing and decorating.


Construction Level 3


Jobs such as joiner, plumber, decorator, carpenter, bricklayer, electrician and scaffolder.

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BTEC LEVEL 2 FIRST AWARD IN HOSPITALITY

CONTACT: MISS MASON

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This is a course covering various aspects of hospitality such as contemporary world food, customer service, food safety, healthy lifestyles as well as planning and producing meals and serving food and drink at events. Students may have the opportunity to visit food outlets, hotels, leisure facilities and tourist attractions, as well as working with professionals from the industry.

Successful students will achieve a BTEC Level II first award in Hospitality. This is the equivalent to a single GCSE.

ASSESSMENT:

Coursework 100% which is assessed by the tutors.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Practical skills developed through a range of food preparation and cooking, independent research skills (including the use of the internet, hospitality data, industry magazines, experiments, surveys, interviewing visiting speakers), ICT, literacy and numeracy skills, communication skills (written and verbal).


Level 3 courses in, Hospitality, Health and Social Care, Travel and Tourism.


The hospitality industry is one of the largest employers in Britain. Jobs include working as chefs, of course, but also in reception, administration, customer services in the food and drink and accommodation sectors.

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BTEC PERFORMING ARTS CONTACT: MR CHAMBERS


The Performing Arts Course allows you to develop your interest and skills in the areas of Acting and/or Music. You will complete 6 units in total consisting of 4 fixed units and 2 optional units.

Fixed Units - working as a Musical Ensemble, the Performing Arts Business, Performing Arts Production Process, Solo Music Performance or Creating Original Music

You then specialise in either Acting or Music and take these units:

• Music Pathway - The Development of Music, Solo Music Performance or Creating Original Music OR • Acting Pathway - The Development of Drama, Creating Original Plays.

ASSESSMENT:

Units are assessed by your teacher and verified both internally and externally. The majority of the work will be coursework based but up to 25% will be externally assessed.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Knowledge of how the performing arts industry works, ability to play an instrument or sing either solo or as part of a group, ability to create original music or drama, how to plan, rehearse and perform in a performing event, you will also develop confidence, presentation, organisational and creative skills.


BTEC Level 3 Diplomas in either Music, Acting and Dance.


Acting, music, media, TV, sound recording, lighting technician, journalism, arts administration, education, theatre management.

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BTEC DANCE CONTACT: MS MITCHELL


The BTEC Dance is a two year course requiring a lot of interest and a commitment to dance due to the need to rehearse in some lunchtimes and after school. This is not a course for the shy pupil as it includes a lot of involvement in dance shows!

Units for BTEC Level 2 Diploma include: Performing dance, contemporary dance, jazz dance, understanding dance, performing arts production process, working in the performing arts industry, professional development in the performing arts. Other units may be selected.

ASSESSMENT:

100% coursework.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Composition skills in groups and in solo work, performance skills displayed in coursework and school dance shows.


BTEC National Certificate in Dance.


Dancing, teaching, theatre, leisure industry and dance therapy.

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BTEC PUBLIC SERVICES CONTACT: MR POTTER

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course is an opportunity to develop skills needed for any of the uniformed public services such as, the army, navy, air force, police, fire service, prison service etc. It provides an opportunity to find out about the types of work and lifestyle in these services.

It is quite a practical course and students should be willing to be involved in team activities such as sport or Duke of Edinburgh projects.

Mandatory units look at the sort of working conditions experienced by people who work in the armed services, their levels of fitness and the skills they need. Optional units can be based either on sport or outdoor activities.

Students who complete 2 basic units successfully will gain a BTEC Level II certificate equivalent to one GCSE. If additional units are completed students will achieve a BTEC extended certificate equivalent to two GCSEs.

ASSESSMENT:

All units are assessed on coursework and for some of these you may use computer programmes such as PowerPoint or Publisher.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Research, ICT, sport and team skills as well as outdoor techniques and tactics being developed during the course.

The course also develops awareness of how to improve health and fitness which are so important for the public services.


A Range of BTEC Nationals at Level 3 (equivalent to A Levels) would be suitable for some students who achieve a merit on this course for example BTEC National Public Services and BTEC Sport.

POSSIBLE CAREERS RELATED TO THIS SUBJECT: Emergency services e.g. the police, fire, ambulance The armed forces e.g. Army, Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Royal Air Force Other uniformed services e.g. the Prison Service, UK Border Agency, HM Revenue & Customs, Maritime and Coast Guard Agency.

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BTEC TRAVEL AND TOURISM CONTACT: MR POTTER

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

A BTEC First in Travel and Tourism will provide students with an in depth knowledge of how all the components of the travel industry work together to supply tourism experiences for every need. Students will learn how to deal with customers and solve problems, as well as studying the appeal of two European destinations in great detail. This is an ideal starting point for anyone interested in travelling the world and experiencing different cultures via tourism.

The three units needed to achieve a BTEC First certificate are:

• The travel and tourism industry

• Customer care in travel and tourism – involving role plays

• An in depth investigation of two travel and tourism destinations

Visits will be used to enrich the course and provide vocational insight.

ASSESSMENT:

This course is based on 75% coursework and 25% examination.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

Customer service skills, worldwide, regional and local geographical knowledge, developing of promotional materials, empathy, exploring current issues, planning and carrying out research, ICT and presentation skills.


BTEC National in Travel and Tourism.


Cabin crew, holiday representatives, travel agents, human resources manager, pilot, tour operator, events manager.

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CHECKLIST

MAKING YOUR DECISIONS

Use this 10 point checklist - tick the box when you have done each of the following

I have read this course booklet carefully.

I have asked my subject teachers to fully explain what I will do in Year 10 and 11.

I have discussed, with my subject teacher, how much coursework and how many examinations I must complete.

I have talked to my Head of Achievement and Form Tutor for advice and suggestions.

I have discussed my interests and choices with parents / carers.

I have talked to the Careers Advisers.

I have researched information about my progression route

I have chosen subjects that I enjoy and have been successful in during Years 7 - 9.

I have chosen a balanced group of subjects.

I have chosen subjects that will help me with my career and studies at the end of Year 11.

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COWLEY SIXTH FORM

Cowley Sixth Form is now based in a completely separate building from the 11 – 16 Campus. The self contained Post 16 provision offers A Level, BTEC and GCSE courses in over 30 subjects as well as the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma. The new facilities have up to date equipment to enable students to learn using twenty first century technologies, whilst retaining the character of the original Art Deco Cowley Grammar School.

Approximately 150 students from each year group progress into the Sixth Form but we also recruit from other schools in the borough as well as neighbouring regions. This has made Cowley the largest Sixth Form in St Helens and enabled us to offer such a diverse curriculum.

Many subjects offered at A Level require students to have studied them at GCSE and achieved as particular grade. It is worthwhile enquiring about progression requirements within subject teachers before making option choices.

For further information about the sixth form see Mr Hesketh (Head of Sixth Form).

YEAR 9 OPTIONS FINAL CHOICE QUESTIONNAIRE (FEBRUARY 2013)

Year 10 Pathway 1

R1 / R2 / B1 / B2


In Year 10 you will study English, Mathematics, Science, ICT, a Modern Foreign Language, Geography or History, Personal, Social and Health Education, Physical Education and Games. You will continue to study the same Modern Foreign Language you have studied from Year 7. You are being asked to make a decision on the two additional subjects you would like to study in Years 10 and 11. WARNING It is vital that you give careful consideration to your first and second choices because it may not be possible to provide all the courses due to the fact that there is a limit to the number of places on a particular course. Please select one choice and a reserve from each block. Option B GCSE Art GCSE Further Additional Science GCSE PE GCSE RS Btec Engineering Btec Health and Social Care

FIRST CHOICE RESERVE CHOICE

Option C GCSE Further Additional Science GCSE Graphics GCSE ICT GCSE RS Btec Childcare Btec Public Services

FIRST CHOICE

RESERVE CHOICE

L1


Year 10 Pathway 1

R3 / B3


In Year 10 you will study English, Mathematics, Science, ICT, a Modern Foreign Language, Geography or History, Personal, Social and Health Education, Physical Education and Games. You will continue to study the same Modern Foreign Language you have studied from Year 7. You are being asked to make a decision on the two additional subjects you would like to study in Years 10 and 11. WARNING It is vital that you give careful consideration to your first and second choices because it may not be possible to provide all the courses due to the fact that there is a limit to the number of places on a particular course. Please select one choice and a reserve from each block.

Option B GCSE Art GCSE PE GCSE RS Btec Engineering Btec Health and Social Care

FIRST CHOICE RESERVE CHOICE

Option C GCSE Graphics GCSE ICT GCSE RS Btec Childcare Btec Public Services

FIRST CHOICE

RESERVE CHOICE

L2


Year 10 Pathway 2

R3 / B3


In Year 10 you will study English, Mathematics, Science, ICT, a Modern Foreign Language, Personal, Social and Health Education, Physical Education and Games. You will continue to study the same Modern Foreign Language you have studied from Year 7. You are being asked to make a decision on the three additional subjects you would like to study in Years 10 and 11. WARNING It is vital that you give careful consideration to your first and second choices because it may not be possible to provide all the courses due to the fact that there is a limit to the number of places on a particular course. Please select one choice and a reserve from each block.

Option F GCSE Travel Btec Childcare Btec Engineering Btec Public Services

FIRST CHOICE

RESERVE CHOICE

Option G GCSE Art GCSE PE/ Btec Sport Btec Hospitality

FIRST CHOICE

RESERVE CHOICE

Option H Btec Engineering Btec Games Design Btec Health and Social Care Btec Performing Arts Btec Textiles

FIRST CHOICE

RESERVE CHOICE

NOTE: R3/B3 will study GCSE ICT in the JFU Option Block (E)

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Year 10 Pathway 2

R3CX / R4 / B4 / B5


What Jobs for You Option are you studying at present

In Year 10 you will study English, Mathematics, Science, ICT, a Modern Foreign Language, Personal, Social and Health Education, Physical Education and Games. You will continue to study the same Modern Foreign Language you have studied from Year 7, you will also continue with your Jobs For You option from Year 9. You are being asked to make a decision on two additional subjects you would like to study in Years 10 and 11. In addition to ICT from Option F or Option G. WARNING It is vital that you give careful consideration to your first and second choices because it may not be possible to provide all the courses due to the fact that there is a limit to the number of places on a particular course. Please select one choice and a reserve from each block. One of your choices must be ICT.

Option F GCSE Travel Btec Childcare Btec Engineering Btec ICT Btec Public Services

FIRST CHOICE

RESERVE CHOICE

Option G GCSE Art GCSE PE / Btec Sport Btec Hospitality Btec ICT

FIRST CHOICE

RESERVE CHOICE

Option H Btec Engineering Btec Games Design Btec Health and Social Care Btec Performing Arts Btec Textiles

FIRST CHOICE

RESERVE CHOICE

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