2025 Prospectus | Barton Peveril Sixth Form College

WELCOME

There is something special about Barton Peveril. It is a College that is ambitious for its students in terms of both their academic outcomes and their personal development. There is a uniquely warm and purposeful feel to the place. Staff are friendly and supportive, and the modern campus and outstanding facilities reflect our commitment to providing the best possible experience for our students.

Sixth form is such an exciting and transformative period in young people’s lives and the College serves as a bridge between school and life as an adult, enabling them to access aspirational futures, whether that be university, an apprenticeship or employment.

We want students to enjoy their time with us and achieve things beyond their expectations, developing habits and attitudes that will enable them to flourish long after they leave us.

I hope you enjoy exploring what the College has to offer and I look forward to meeting you soon.

Rob Temple, Principal

100% pass rate on level 3 vocational courses

VALUE ADDED within a 40 mile radius in 2022 98.5% A Level pass rate

WHY BARTON

PUTTING YOU FIRST

At Barton Peveril, everyone is an individual and everyone’s experience is unique. We’ll support you throughout your journey, from helping you shape a bespoke programme of study to regular progress reviews with your tutor.

" Alex Warren First Year Student

Barton Peveril has welcomed me with open arms and accepted who I am as an individual"

Over £28m invested in campus in the last 10 years

Our vision is education for life and for your future

Barton Peveril is the bridge to your future life and career. Nearly a third of all A level students achieved either an A* or an A; 98.5% of A level students passed their A levels with 59% achieving A*-B grades. 100% of students studying Level 3 Vocational subjects passed their courses with over 83% achieving a Distinction* or Distinction. All of which positions Barton Peveril amongst the best sixth forms and colleges in the country.

Our graduates reach the top of their professions in many different fields. Previous alumni have become academics, Olympians, Oscar winners, Mercury Prize winners, broadcasting personalities, managing directors, and health professionals. You will leave us equipped with the knowledge, skills and experiences to go on and do great things with support from your teachers and our Careers Team every step of the way.

You’ll study at a state-of-the-art campus

Barton Peveril is vibrant and modern, with cuttingedge facilities that are constantly invested in.

Our specialist buildings for Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Performing Arts, Sport and Media provide an unrivalled learning environment. This, alongside the many College cafes, study areas and our large library, creates a distinct university feel.

SUPPORTING YOUR LEARNING

The support you will receive with your learning at Barton Peveril will enable you to have a successful and standout college experience.

Health and wellbeing

At Barton Peveril we aim to help students develop the tools you need to manage and maintain your wellbeing throughout your college journey. We believe that by supporting students with your wellbeing you will improve their academic and personal progress at college and beyond.

You will have access to a range of workshops, speakers and events to keep you informed about wellbeing and have the opportunity to contribute to the college’s provision through our student wellbeing forum.

College Counselling

The college counselling team offers a variety of support including one-off sessions, regular short-term support over a few weeks and group sessions covering topics such as anxiety and exam stress.

ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistants)

ELSAs, who are trained by educational psychologists, support students through an individualised intervention which promotes emotional wellbeing. This can include selfesteem, social and communication skills, bereavement, anxiety and transitions. This can be completed either through 1:1 or group sessions.

Financial support

We aim to support students whose financial circumstances make it difficult for them to continue in further education. Any student experiencing exceptional financial difficulty during their time at College is encouraged to seek advice from their Tutor, Student Progress Adviser or to contact Student Services. For full information on provisions such as the Student Bursary,

Students make EXCELLENT progress

Additional Support Needs

If you have a learning difference or disability, our specialist staff will discuss your needs with you. An assessment will be arranged to help us provide the necessary level of support for you, including any exam concessions.

This support includes:

In-class assistance

Note-taking

Modified academic resources

Help with literacy, numeracy, study skills and research

Exam access arrangements. Please contact us as early as possible in Year 11, if you require additional support. Your progression to Barton Peveril may need to be planned through your local authority’s Children’s Services.

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Navigate your well-being journey with ease.

On the college intranet, discover our Health and Wellbeing site. Your one-stop hub for essential information, guidance, and support.

Build resilience and thrive

Empower yourself with knowledge on:

Sexual health

Staying healthy

Mental health

Managing your workload

Our platform and dedicated staff will equip you with a toolbox of skills and strategies to proactively manage your mental health both now and the future.

SUSTAINABILITY AT BARTON PEVERIL

At Barton Peveril, we recognise education's pivotal role in shaping the future.

As a forward-thinking institution, we are committed to fostering academic and pastoral excellence and a sense of responsibility towards our planet and the community. Sustainability is not just a buzzword for us; it is a guiding principle that we want to infiltrate every aspect of the college community.

Sustainability is not just about the present; it is an investment in the future. Barton Peveril Sixth Form College empowers students to become responsible leaders who understand the importance of sustainable practices in their respective fields.

We are really proud of the initiatives we have instigated and continue to work on:

Solar Panels

More vegan and vegetarian options

Stock fair trade products in our cafes

Double glazed windows

Motion sensor LED Lights

Our student leadership group collaborated with the College's Sustainability Coordinator to put on the ‘Big Barton Give Back Day', an event that was created to engage the College in all things sustainable. We involved students in activities such as clothes swaps, food bank donations, sustainable purchasing, art projects and various other initiatives.

TUTORING AT BARTON PEVERIL

Tutor is the cornerstone of your college experience. As part of your programme of study you will have weekly sessions with your tutor who will support you through your time at college and is a key part of your academic journey. Your tutor sessions cover everything from future planning and personal development to how to be mindful of your health and overcome barriers. Tutor is also a time to come together and reflect on events and issues surrounding equality, diversity and inclusion.

As part of your tutoring at Barton, all students complete their progression planner throughout their two years of study. The progression planner helps students to focus on their future goals and aspirations, preparing them for life after Barton Peveril, whether this is university, apprenticeships, or employment. As part of this, students will focus on and enhance their transferable skills which are an essential part of your college experience and beyond.

The progression planner, which is compulsory, is an essential part of the tutor programme

and has been designed in collaboration with and endorsed by national employers, higher education institutions, and local government to ensure it meets the needs of our students and of the local and national labour market.

Endorsed by:

PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE

We are focused on raising aspirations, developing career awareness and enabling you to reach your full potential.

Whether you wish to pursue university, an apprenticeship or go into employment, you can benefit from:

Interview technique advice

Personal statement writing guidance

Application support for university, for an apprenticeship or for a job

Higher Education Fair

Futures Fair

Work experience and volunteering opportunities.

89.6% of students went on to study at Higher Education destinations

Together, we work on giving you every opportunity to succeed in any path you wish to take after completing your studies at Barton Peveril.

TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT

Apprenticeships and Employability

If you are looking to progress into an apprenticeship or straight into employment, we can help you by identifying possible employers and supporting you at every step of the application process.

Throughout the year there are visits from industry experts, who take part in our series of ‘Careers in…’ days, which will help you explore the options available to you.

Together, we will work on the skills that will give you the best chance of success at job interviews and selection panels for apprenticeships and competitive sponsored degrees.

Every student has access to our dedicated WORK EXPERIENCE COORDINATOR

More than 70 local employers and organisations engaged with our employability events last year

WORK EXPERIENCE

Our work experience programme benefits from excellent links with renowned employers, who provide challenging and constructive placement opportunities. Placements can take place throughout the year (e.g. three hours per week, across two study periods) or during every student’s dedicated work experience week in the Second Year.

Working while you study

Many students will undertake part-time work whilst at college. We recognise the skills this can develop but ask students not to exceed 12 hours of paid work per week as this can affect your performance in your studies.

OXBRIDGE APPLICATIONS

Over 60 Barton Peveril students were offered places to study at the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge in the last three years.

Our students achieved a success rate well above the average for their peers in the most elite independent and grammar schools, including Eton and Winchester College.

If you have the desire and potential to secure a place at Oxford or Cambridge, Barton Peveril has a dedicated Oxbridge support service that offers:

The opportunity to be mentored by an Oxbridge graduate

Academic extension opportunities

Support with work experience, summer school applications, and personal statements

Mock interview practice from Winchester College

Workshops, taster lectures and seminars from representatives from both Oxford and Cambridge

Visits to each of the universities and their respective colleges

Over 60 Oxbridge offers in the past 3 years 25+ Oxbridge Mentors of students invited to interview at Oxbridge are offered places Tailored application and interview support 41%

THE ASPIRE PROGRAMME

Top universities recruit students who can explore their subjects beyond the curriculum and are creative thinkers with a thirst for learning. The Aspire programme is a timetabled programme of lectures, activities and support for these students that enhance their post college prospects by freeing them to explore their subjects further. Students who wish to pursue applications in Medicine, Veterinary Science, or at Oxbridge can also benefit from intensive guidance.

Top academic thinkers and leaders in their field have participated in the programme giving talks on everything including:

Challenges in policing

Moral Psychology

Slam poetry

Advancements in cancer surgery

Surveillance capitalism

Ion thrusters - the future of space travel

UNIVERSITY visits and trips

35 university academics giving lectures on their specialist areas

Dedicated

Aspire offers a wide range of speakers which really allows you to gain a varied insight into many professional fields. The Aspire Coordinator regularly sends emails about opportunities outside of college that can help students gain experience and knowledge in preparation for applying to university. This makes Aspire a truly stand-out feature, as it opens up opportunities both inside and outside college."

Archie Ansell Class of 2024 Graduate

THE GLYN LIBRARY

The Glyn Library provides an extensive variety of resources and facilities to support you during your time at Barton Peveril. You can make use of a huge variety of facilities, including:

Text books and wider reading for all courses

A wide selection of DVDs including anime, TV series, documentaries and world cinema films

A digital library service

Online Library catalogue

Subject Resources Sites

Referencing tools and guidance

Journals, magazines and newspapers as well as access to a range of e-journals

100 computers, Macs and Chromebooks

Over 100 individual study spaces and two bookable group study rooms

Dedicated section containing information and help on wellbeing and mental health

DIGITAL RESOURCES

Across campus, we have over 2500 Windows 10 computers, Apple Macs, and Chromebooks, with WiFi coverage throughout

Unlimited cloud storage on Google Drive and access to G Suite for Education

We’ve invested in a photographic quality large format printing service, which is ideal for students printing work for Art, Graphics, Media and Photography

The very latest industry standard software like Adobe Creative Cloud, Visual Studio, and Solid Works is available on every computer

Access to the latest version of Microsoft Office for free, to assist your studies

THE SCHOOL OF ART AND DESIGN

The College is set to expand even further in the coming year, as we will be completing our iconic new School of Art and Design at the back of the College.

The modern space will provide bespoke accommodation for its students, including the Level 4 Foundation Art Diploma course. The College was successful in its application for a Government grant of £4M to support the project. We are delighted to be able to provide such fantastic facilities for students of Art and Design in the coming years, and look forward to welcoming the first students into the building when it is completed.

1850m2 State-of-the-Art Space

£9.5M Specialist Building

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

At Barton Peveril, we're all about finding your people and pursuing your passions. Our clubs and societies offer something for everyone. Celebrate culture and diversity by joining the AfroCaribbean Society. Have a passion for current events and policy? The Politics Society is calling your name. Want to connect with LGBTQ+ students and allies? Check out the Barton Pride Society. Prefer a more hands-on hobby? The Crochet Club is a cozy community of creators. If gaming is your thing, our E-Sports team is the perfect place to compete and connect. And for those with dreams of starting their own business, the Young Entrepreneurial Society offers support and guidance. These are just a few examples of the many clubs and societies we offer - explore, get involved, and find your community here on campus.

COLLEGE TIMETABLES

A well-structured timetable is your roadmap to academic success, ensuring you balance your studies, extracurriculars, and personal time effectively. Let’s explore 2 different timetable examples - showcasing a Year 1 Aspire Student and a Year 1 Vocational Student - to illustrate how different routines can lead to successful outcomes.

Designated study periods empower you to take ownership of your learning. Utilise this time to effectively manage your workload and proactively address any class work or assignments. To cultivate a wellrounded student experience, we encourage you to explore the diverse Q-XTRA offerings, incorporating enriching activities and fulfilling experiences into your academic journey.

Year 1 Aspire Student

- 10:15

10:30 - 12:00

Q-XTRA

Visit barton-peveril.ac.uk/ college-life-introduction

We want to support and enable you to leave College with more skills and experiences than just those gained through your studies. To do this, the Q-XTRA programme encourages you to seek out experiences that maintain your health, contribute to your community, develop your employability and enhance your skills and interests. For everything you do alongside your studies, either in or out of College, you can receive credits leading to Bronze, Silver or Gold Q-XTRA certification.

Subject Extensions

There are many opportunities to explore one of your subjects beyond the curriculum, enabling you to delve deeper into a subject, further pursue specific areas of interest, and acquire specialised knowledge from teachers of the subject.

Art – Aspire

Future Business Leaders

Business Startup

Computer Aided Design

Crime Scene Investigation

English Extension

Forensic Psychology

Fundamentals of Accounting

Geography Extension

History On Screen

History Through the Ages

Life Drawing

Maths Extension - Extra Pure Module

Maths Extension - University Entrance Prep

Med/Vet Prep for University

Multi-Media Creatives

Psychology Extension

Radio Broadcasting

Robotics

Science Extension - Life Sciences

Science Extension - Physical Sciences

Sociology Extension

Video Production

Q-XTRA OPTIONS

Performing Arts

Our Performing Arts Q-XTRAs offer students the opportunity to build upon their talent with teachers from the department and industry professionals. Students can take part in a diverse range of activities, from Drama Production to Choir, whether you study a Performing Arts subject or not.

Brass Band

Dance Company

Dance Live

Dance Workshop

Drama Company

Drama Prep for Auditions (LAMDA)

Drama Stage Crew

Chamber Choir

Chamber Music

Choir

Concert Orchestra

Pit Band

Rambert Dance Grades

Soul Band

String Quartet

Music Theory

Musical Theatre Production

SPORTS AND TEAMS

At Barton Peveril there are many opportunities for athletes to compete at a high standard. Our students excel in individual and team sports, competing both regionally and nationally in a variety of matches and competitions.

Athletics Team

Badminton Team

Basketball Team (Men’s)

Basketball Team (Women’s)

Cricket Team

FA Introduction to Coaching Football

Football Team (Men’s)

Football Team (Women’s)

Hampshire Cricket Programme

ELITE SPORT

Hockey Team (Men’s)

Hockey Team (Mixed)

Hockey Team (Women’s)

Netball Team

Rugby Team (Men’s)

Rugby Team (Women’s)

Talented Athlete Scheme (TASS)

Volleyball Team

RECREATIONAL SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES

Badminton

Basketball

Boxercise

Dungeons and Dragons

Eco Gardening

eSports

Fitness Instructor (Level 2)

1 TO 1

coaching from our fully qualified and experienced coaches

If you have your sights set on competing in your chosen sport at top flight level, our Elite Sport Programmes provide the perfect grounding for your future success. Anyone can apply for a place on the Elite Sport Programmes.

The programmes are designed to develop promising and talented young players physically and technically. They will help improve your performance in the sport, as well as within your studies, providing you with a unique chance to combine training and playing with full-time education.

You’ll have the opportunity to train three times a week alongside your studies, which includes two skills based/ technical sessions and one strength and conditioning session.

TALENTED

Fitness Studio

Football Development

Indoor Climbing

Indoor Cricket

Martial Arts - Choi Kwang Do

Netball

Table Tennis

Volleyball

SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME (TASS)

A programme of support to help athletes competing at the highest level manage their academic and sporting commitments.

ACADEMIC AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Academic Development

These Q-XTRA options allow students to expand their knowledge into less-traditional areas, such as different languages and specialised skills, and progress academically with Study Skills and the Extended Project. These courses enable students to expand their knowledge and critical thinking skills.

Aspire Programme

Creative Writing

Critical Thinking at University

Debating

Japanese Practical Certificate (Level 1)

Journalism – Book & Film Reviews

Latin Language Certificate

Mandarin Chinese

OVER 140 Q-XTRA options

BEYOND THE SYLLABUS

Personal Development

We are firm believers in supporting students’ outlooks beyond the curriculum, and strengthening your employability. The Personal Development Q-XTRAs give students the chance to take up hobbies and skills that enable them to become more rounded students.

Astronomy with an Online Telescope

Attention & Concentration

Basics of British Sign Language

Book Therapy

Business – Young Enterprise

Citizen Science and Global Biodiversity

Counselling (Level 2)

Cybersecurity

Driving Theory

Duke of Edinburgh – Bronze, Silver & Gold

EAL - English for Academic Purposes

Emergency First Aid at Work (Level 3)

Emergency Paediatric First Aid (Level 3)

Enhancing Literacy Skills

First Aid for Mental Health (Level 2)

Get into Teaching

Google Workspace Skills

How to be a Critical Reader

How to succeed at Interviews

Improving Your Study Techniques

Increase your Typing Speed

Job Smart

Learning Support Core

Managing Anxiety Programme

Managing My Money

Meditation

Nature Matters in Conversation

Organisation & Time Management

Paediatric First Aid (Level 3)

Street Food Cooking

CHOOSING YOUR PROGRAMME OF STUDY

Choosing your courses

Our aim is to ensure that you are enrolled on courses that prepare you for your future and provide you with the best possible chance of success.

Programme of study

You will choose three A Levels or vocational equivalents, or a combination of the two, to make up your core courses.

Strong exam results are important, but universities and employers also look for evidence of your other skills and experience.

Our Q-XTRA options can help give you skills for the future which can make you more rounded and employable.

Depending on your average GCSE score, you could also take a fourth A Level.

Average GCSE score

Some subjects at Barton Peveril require a minimum average GCSE score. You can calculate this by taking your top 8 GCSEs including English (Language or Literature) and Mathematics, adding up their scores and dividing this number by 8.

PLEASE BE AWARE

1. The College prospectus can only ever be a good indication of the courses we intend to run in the following academic year, but there may be changes.

2. There may be limits on numbers on some courses.

3. The College is significantly oversubscribed. Applications after the closing date are unlikely to be offered places. In the event that we cannot admit all applicants to the College or on certain courses, we will make decisions on places and courses based on the College’s admissions policy available on the website.

Programme of study structure

This diagram shows how your full programme of study at College will look.

Core

Choose three A Levels or vocational equivalents 1 2 3

Additional Choose options from

Fourth A Level

(Average GCSE Score 7)

A Levels, vocational programmes or a mixed programme?

You will decide whether to take A Levels (examinationbased), vocational courses (mainly coursework-based), or opt for a combination of the two.

Both A Levels and vocational courses at Barton Peveril provide first-rate experiences and opportunities for you. Vocational courses can be taken as a full-time programme (the equivalent of three A Levels) or part of a mixed programme (combined with limited A levels).

GCSE Grades (Best 8 including English AND Mathematics)

Grades averaging 7 or above at GCSE

Programme of study available to you

Aspire Programme

Three or four A Levels

Q-XTRA options

Three A Levels

Grades averaging 5.5 or above at GCSE

Vocational courses

Q-XTRA options

Three A Levels

Grades averaging between 5.5 and 4 at GCSE

5 GCSEs at Grade 4 averaging 4 or below. Must include a Grade 4 in English

Mixed Programme (Vocational and A Level)

Vocational programme (equivalent to three A Levels)

Q-XTRA options

Restricted selection of A Levels

Mixed Programme (Vocational and A Level)

Vocational programme (equivalent to three A Levels)

Entry Requirements

To be accepted at Barton Peveril you will need to:

Meet our minimum entry requirements (below)

Calculate your average GCSE score (see opposite)

Meet individual subject requirements (see course pages).

Helpful advice when planning your programme

Consider whether your university or career might require more traditional academic subject choices

A majority of our students choose to study a full programme of A Levels. Check individual subject entry requirements

Reflect carefully on whether A Levels, vocational or a mixed programme would give you the best chance of success and enable you to progress to your future university/career plans

These options provide more opportunities for assessment via coursework. They are a fantastic option for many students to achieve excellent grades that lead to university, apprenticeships or employment

These guidelines are accurate at the time of publication, but we are operating during a period of significant educational reform. As a result of this we reserve the right to amend entry requirements if necessary and appropriate.

COURSES

Fine

Graphic

Textiles

FIRST CLASS facilities, including dedicated art studios

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Studying Art and/or Design at GCSE is advantageous but not essential.

FINE ART

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 60% Personal Investigation

• 40% Externally Set Assignment

Hannah Vear

Formerly of Swanmore College

SUBJECTS

Fine Art, Drama and Theatre, English Language and Literature

Studying Fine Art will give you the chance to experience both traditional and contemporary methods through a broad range of materials and techniques. You will be encouraged to express your personal feelings and emotions through art, taking inspiration from the work of artists as well as responding to history and culture. After studying Fine Art, you will have constructed a professional portfolio which demonstrates transferable skills and attitudes such as problem solving, self confidence, independent working and visual thinking.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

FIRST YEAR TOPICS

Technique workshops in drawing, painting and mixed media surfaces

Observing composition through collage and creative photography

Exploring 3D sculpture and paper manipulation

Digital skills in Adobe Photoshop, Wacom tablets and film animation

Personal projects with an emphasis on development of own interests and written analysis of artists work

WHERE CAN FINE ART TAKE YOU?

SECOND YEAR

TOPICS

A 60% coursework project that focuses on your specialised skills

Reflective analysis of own work via a 1000-3000 word project log

Studio time on multiple final pieces

Verbally discussing contexts and ideas in teacher and peer tutorials

A 40% externally set assignment where you select a themed exam question

Many of our students choose to take a one year Foundation Art Diploma or alternatively progress straight onto a degree. Our students have gone onto study creatively at institutions such as UAL, Goldsmiths, Glasgow School of Art, Falmouth and Bournemouth (AUB). Fine Art is often studied as a subject to support career choices in architecture, art therapy or design industry roles in interior, concept and animation.

GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Graphic Communication provides students with an immersive experience into many art disciplines. Projects start with extensive research into existing products and designers’ work, before developing visuals that creatively meet the design brief. You will gain experience in using the Adobe Design Suite and Wacom Drawing Tablets alongside traditional art practises such as printing, paper cutting, folding, and book binding.

Students benefit from visiting artists who deliver lectures and workshops on their craft. Students also have the opportunity to enter various national art competitions and to exhibit their work in the end of year Art Show.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Responding to a Design Brief

Creative Photography

Digital Collage and Layering

Drawing, Texture and Mark Making

Typography

Logos and Branding

Outcome Development, Templates & Packaging

Wacom Tablet Drawing

Colour Theory

WHERE

CAN

Composition and Layout

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

GIF Creation

3D Outcomes

Printmaking

Cricut Paper Cutting

Personal Project Development

Critical Analysis of Design Work

GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION TAKE YOU?

Graphic Communication gives excellent transferable skills such as, creative thinking, time management, budgeting, meeting a deadline, communication skills, IT skills and problem solving that will support all future career pathways including progression to university and apprenticeships and then into employment. Popular career choices amongst students include roles such as a Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Magazine and Print Designer, Creative Director, Interior Designer, Architect, Visual Journalist, Web Designer, Logo Designer, Package Designer.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSE in an Art or Design Subject is advantageous but not essential.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 60% Personal Investigation

• 40% Externally Set Assignment

Taygan Sheldon Formerly of Toynbee School

SUBJECTS

Graphic Communication, Geography, Media Studies

Q-XTRAS

Aspire, Italian (Beginners), Journalism - Book and Film Reviews, Media - Multi-Media

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Studying Art and/or Design at GCSE is advantageous but not essential

• Access to your own Digital SLR camera and lens is required (high-end mobile phone cameras will be considered).

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 60% Personal Investigation

• 40% Externally Set Assignment

PHOTOGRAPHY

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

A Level Photography explores photography in both creative and commercial form. It is practical in nature and you will learn many aspects of professional practice including camerawork, location, studio, Photoshop, portfolio production and self-promotion. Creative workshops build skills and confidence, while contextual studies develop written work to university-level standards.

Experienced teaching staff guide you towards the development of your own professional practice and employability; this includes project management, working with AI technology, teamwork and independent thinking. If you want to be the best in your field and stand out from the crowd, this course is an excellent qualification that fully prepares you for your future. We complement a wide range of other pathways including Media, ICT, Science and other Art subjects.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Extensive camera skills

Photoshop skills

Professional

Photographic Studio

Anastasiya Shevchenko

Formerly of Swanmore College

SUBJECTS

Sustainable

Alternative Processes

Experimental and Creative Techniques

Developing skills of written analysis

Finding your confidence and exploring personal ideas

Using Critical Analysis to Support Practical Work

Self Promotion and

Website Development

Professional printing and mounting

Possible pathways:

Documentary and Reportage

Media and Advertising

Wildlife and Conservation

Close Up and Forensics

Fashion and Portraiture

Photography for

Graphic Design

WHERE CAN PHOTOGRAPHY TAKE YOU?

The combination of practical and theoretical skills means this course leads to a range of options in further study and employment. Students often choose our one year Foundation Art Diploma and then progress onto university to study subjects such as Photography, Film Production or Media Studies. Destinations are diverse and there may also be opportunities within areas such as science and healthcare digital imaging.

PHOTOGRAPHY (FILM & MOVING IMAGE)

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

A Level Photography (Film and Moving Image) is a well-established course for students interested in the creative industry and the possibilities of film and animation. The course allows you to work in a very practical way and develop the required skills and understanding to produce your own professional outcomes and portfolio. At the beginning of your studies, you will be introduced to a variety of techniques through workshops to build up a broad range of skills, before embarking on a personal project that gives you the freedom to explore your individual style of filmmaking. This course will build confidence in written and practical work to prepare them for University and employment.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

DSLR Skills (Photo and Movie Modes)

Film & Photography Techniques

Variety of film and animation workshops

Editing with Adobe Premiere Pro & Adobe Photoshop

Personal Project Development

Typography

Introduction to critical analysis of films

Genre

Cinematography

Sound

Personal

Investigation

Project Development

Developing your personal film style

Using critical analysis to support practical work

Developing cinematography, editing & sound

Preparing for higher education and employment

Building a Showreel and Website Development for Self Promotion

End of year show and portfolio presentation

WHERE CAN PHOTOGRAPHY (FILM & MOVING IMAGE) TAKE YOU?

This exciting and diverse course will prepare students for university and employment in the fast-growing creative, commercial and film industries. The combination of practical and theoretical skills means this course leads to a range of options in further study and employment. Students often choose our Level 4 Foundation Art Diploma and then progress onto university or employment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSE in an Art or Design Subject is advantageous but not essential

• Access to your own Digital SLR Camera with Movie Mode and lens.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 60% Personal Investigation

• 40% Externally Set Task

Henry Dobby

Formerly of Ditcham Park School

SUBJECTS

History, Geography, Photography: Film & Moving Image

Q-XTRAS

Driving Theory Prep,

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include minimum Grade 4 in Maths

• GCSE in Design Technology is advantageous but not essential.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 50% Coursework

• 50% Examination

PRODUCT DESIGN

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Product Design lets you delve into the creation of the products that surround us. You will learn to combine practical and theoretical skills, creating innovative products in a specialism of your choice. For example, each year students design sports equipment, architectural models, jewellery, furniture and many other products to fit real life needs.

You will have the opportunity to work with a large range of materials and processes in order to produce your manufactured artefacts. In the first year you will produce a number of scale models and working prototypes. In the second year you will produce one major project with a full sized, working product as the outcome.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Materials and Their Uses

Ergonomics

Safety

Environmental Issues

Furniture

Architectural Models

Design Drawing

CAD and 3D Printing

History of Design

Colour and Shape Theory

Design Issues

Personal Choice of NEA

WHERE CAN PRODUCT DESIGN TAKE YOU?

Product Design leads students into a varied range of pathways, from our Foundation Art Diploma through to university, apprenticeships and employment. Students journey into an exciting breadth of careers from Product Designers and Architects through to Design Engineers.

MarIa Lanza Valenciano

Formerly of Wildern School SUBJECTS

TEXTILES

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

“When I put my signature on a dress, I regard myself as the creator of a work of art.” - Paul Poiret

This course is based on textiles and fashion as an art form. Enthusiasm, creativity, originality and self-discipline are all important attributes required. Textiles encourages you to be highly inventive and innovative with materials, processes and techniques. Inspired by your own observations, concepts, historical and contemporary artists and designers, you will explore fashion and textiles as art forms through fashion, body adornment, millinery, sculpture, fibre art and installation.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Portfolio of Skills

Exploring decorative techniques in stitch, collage, print, photographic experimentation and construction methods in mixed media, assemblage, weave, knit, macrame and crochet

Learning through teacher workshops, individual development, collaborative design and making challenges

WHERE CAN TEXTILES TAKE YOU?

Exploring design through hand rendering, studio photography, digital editing and in-situ visualisations

Reflection and critical analysis of own work and of artists and designers

Self promotion through portfolio development, pitch presentation, digital sketchbook and online presence

Textiles equips students with key transferable skills that are suitable to both academic and creative pursuits. Many of our students choose to take a one year Foundation Art Diploma or alternatively progress straight onto a degree with top graduate prospects. Students have gone on to study degrees at institutions including UAL, London College of Fashion, Ravensbourne, Edinburgh College of Art and Bournemouth (AUB). Students also progress into a varied breadth of careers, from Designers and Stylists through to Advertising and Branding professionals.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSE in an Art or Design Subject is advantageous but not essential.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 60% Personal Investigation

• 40% Externally Set Assignment

Formerly of Applemore College

SUBJECTS

Psychology, Drama and Theatre, Textiles

Q-XTRAS

Jimmi Donnelly

COURSES

& LAW

Visits from academics and industry

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in Mathematics and English.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

BUSINESS

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Choosing Business will give you a good understanding of business marketing practices, creating and developing products and services to attract customers, micro and macro business principles impacting business strategic decision making, how markets are affected by world events, and how to assess a firm's financial health.

Business supports students in the development of business concepts and theories which are applied to a range of real-world contexts, giving students a holistic understanding of business as well as developing quantitative and qualitative skills relevant to business contexts.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Marketing and People

The Marketing Mix and Strategy

Managing People

Entrepreneurs and Leaders

Kieran Rogers

Formerly of Applemore College

SUBJECTS

Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Business

Q-XTRAS

Fundamentals of Accounting,

Managing Business Activities

Raising Finance

Financial Planning

Resource Management

External Influences

WHERE CAN BUSINESS TAKE YOU?

Business Decisions and Strategy

Business Objectives and Strategy

Business Growth

Influences on

Business Decisions

Assessing Competitiveness

Managing Change

Global Business

Global Markets and Business Expansion

Business not only leads to greater confidence in the workplace but also opens the door to a myriad of career opportunities.

Studying Business will help students develop a broad knowledge of business operations as well as gaining unique business skills, such as understanding customer needs, marketing, finance, operations and global business competitiveness and strategy. Students can expect to gain many valuable transferable skills, which can be transferred to further study and the workplace.

BUSINESS

LEVEL 3 BTEC NATIONAL DIPLOMA EQUIVALENT TO TAKING TWO A LEVELS

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

This course gives students an understanding of how businesses of all shapes and sizes are run locally, nationally and internationally. You will gain a wide understanding of businesses and how they operate, with the practical skills required to work in this sector or to study at a higher level.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Exploring Business Developing a Marketing Campaign

Personal and Business Finance

Work Experience

WHERE CAN BUSINESS TAKE YOU?

Principles of Management

Managing an Event International Business Recruitment and Selection

This practical course leads students into numerous pathways, from further study at university to apprenticeships and into employment. Students progress onto a range of courses and careers, including Marketing, Finance, Law, Event Management and Accounting.

BEYOND THE SYLLABUS

Our enrichment programme works around how real businesses operate; how our students can set up their own business and alongside this, build employability skills such as presenting, accounting and managerial skills. There are also opportunities to network with local business entrepreneurs and to be mentored.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in Mathematics and English

• Minimum of a Merit Grade if you have completed a Level 2 course in Business.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 60% Coursework

• 40% Examination

Lucy Edwards

Formerly of Hounsdown School

SUBJECTS

Graphic Communication, Business BTEC

Q-XTRAS

Pitch like a boss, Driving

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 5 in Maths and English

• Minimum average GCSE score of 5.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

ECONOMICS

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Economics lets you explore society’s production of goods on a local, national and international level. You will explore, assess and comment on the current economic climate, tackling questions such as:

How do we solve the problem of single-use plastic?

What happens in a recession?

What makes Google so powerful?

Why do we waste so much food when some people don’t have enough?

What stops poor countries from developing?

Why have petrol prices gone up so much?

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

How do markets work?

What happens when markets don’t work?

How do you judge the success of an economy?

Donniel Arituri Formerly of Wyvern College

SUBJECTS

Mathematics, Economics, Further Mathematics

What causes inflation, unemployment and recessions?

How can Governments solve economic problems?

How do businesses grow?

WHERE

Why do businesses behave the way they do?

What can Governments do to control business behaviour?

Globalisation and International Trade

What causes poverty and inequality?

What strategies can poorer countries use to develop their economies?

CAN ECONOMICS TAKE YOU?

Economics builds written, numerical and analytical skills so it will prepare students for any degree courses that require these skills, for example: Economics, Politics, Sociology, Geography, Business and Finance, and Mathematics. Students can use these skills to progress into a range of careers including: Banking and Finance, Accountancy, Stockbroking, Journalism, Economist, Policy.

LAW

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

The Law course has been created to inspire, nurture and build an interest in law. The varied content is designed to develop knowledge and skills for the further study of law, and related subjects such as business. You will explore the nature of law in a wide context and investigate how the law interacts with society, morality and justice.

Topics are brought to life and made relatable by bringing in examples locally and nationally from news articles, social media and other media outlets to fuel discussion on how the law operates, and how it ought to operate.

If you like reading, researching and debating current issues and want to understand the implications of legal decisions on our lives – Law is for you.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

English Legal System

Criminal Law Tort Law Law Making Contract Law Nature of Law

WHERE CAN LAW TAKE YOU?

Students have progressed to careers in the legal sector, including: Solicitor, Barrister, Legal Executive, Paralegal, Legal Secretary. Other careers including; Human Resources, Policing and other related fields. These careers can be accessed via traditional degree routes as well as Degree Apprenticeships in the Legal Sector and beyond.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 5 in English

• Minimum average GCSE score of 5.5.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

Formerly of Brookfield Community School

Louis Nivoit-Graham

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 50% Coursework

• 50% Controlled Assessment

APPLIED LAW

LEVEL 3 BTEC EXTENDED CERTIFICATE EQUIVALENT TO TAKING ONE A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Applied Law lets you explore our legal system, the people in it, who influences our law-makers and what happens when you break the law or someone wrongs you.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Dispute Solving in Civil Law Investigating Aspects of Criminal Law and the Legal System

Applying the Law

Criminal Law

Fatal Offences

Property offences Defences

Police Powers

Contract Law

Formation of a contract

Types of Terms

Validity of a contract

Discharging a contract

Remedies

Katie Hill Formerly of Brookfield Community School

SUBJECTS

Criminology, Law: Applied, Psychology

Q-XTRAS Driving Theory

WHERE CAN APPLIED LAW TAKE YOU?

Applied Law leads students onto further study at university, onto apprenticeships and into employment.

Students studying a BTEC gain access into a range of careers due to the transferable skills gained on the course.

Students have progressed to careers in the legal sector, including: Solicitor, Barrister, Legal Executive, Paralegal, Legal Secretary. Other careers including; Human Resources, Policing and other related fields. These careers can be accessed via traditional degree routes as well as Degree Apprenticeships in the Legal Sector and beyond.

COURSES

English Language A Level Page 50

English Language & Literature A Level Page 51

English Literature A Level Page 52

French A Level Page 53

German A Level Page 54

Spanish A Level Page 55

Japanese GCSE Page 56

ENGLISH & LANGUAGES

Opportunity to IMMERSE yourself in another culture

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• Minimum average GCSE score of 4.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 80% Examination

• 20% Coursework

Carlos D'Espagnac

Formerly of Hounsdown School

SUBJECTS

English Language, Law, Sociology

Q-XTRAS

Aspire, Crime Scene

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

You will explore the English Language in all its forms, understanding how language ‘works’ in a variety of contexts. You will initially investigate how language can be used to manipulate meanings, examining real life texts from modern political speeches to social media profiles and advertisements. Then, you will delve into linguistic research in child language acquisition, language change, and sociolinguistic issues such as how ethnicity, gender and identities affect language. You will conduct your own research (students have recently investigated topics including Ecolinguistics and Forensic Linguistics) and will develop your understanding of journalism, writing about language issues and your own interests while consciously shaping your use of language for a variety of media and audiences.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS: Language and Representation

Social and Regional Diversity

Attitudes to Language

Child Language Acquisition Journalism

Language Change

World Englishes

Language and Ethnicity

Independent Language Investigation

Forensic Linguistics

Language and Discrimination

WHERE CAN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TAKE YOU?

English Language opens up many pathways for its students, at university and beyond. Pathways include Creative Writing, Law, Linguistics, many English degrees, Journalism, Teaching, History, and Economics. Any communication based degree or job would consider having studied English at A Level as an advantage.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

English Language & Literature is a stylistics course, which delves into the style and effect of writers’ language choices. It combines analytical skill, linguistic terminology, analysis of written style and creative writing to help students examine a range of fiction, nonfiction, poetry and drama.

Throughout the course you will be able to gain an understanding of many modes of communication and how the context of production and reception has shaped the creation and audience perception of the texts themselves.

The course covers a range of text types and skills so students who’ve enjoyed both Language and Literature at GCSE, or those who like Creative Writing, excel when choosing the combined A Level.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

The Handmaid’s Tale

The Paris anthology

The poetry of John Donne

Non-Examined assessment on Poor and a text of your choice

The Great Gatsby (recreative writing)

A Streetcar Named Desire

WHERE CAN ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE TAKE YOU?

English Language & Literature leads students onto many paths, at university and beyond. Pathways include Creative Writing, Law, Linguistics, many English degrees, Journalism, Teaching, History, and Economics. Any communication based degree or job would consider having studied English at A Level as an advantage.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• Minimum average GCSE score of Grade 4.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 80% Examination

• 20% Coursework

Olivia Screech

Formerly of The Romsey School

SUBJECTS

Geography, Classical Civilisation, English Language and Literature

ENGLISH LITERATURE

A LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• Minimum average GCSE score of 4.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 80% Examination

• 20% Coursework

Sami Begum

Formerly of St Annes Catholic School

SUBJECTS

Business Studies, English Literature, Economics

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

English Literature is the fascinating study of fiction in all its forms: poetry, drama and prose. You will learn how to read critically and with empathy, gaining an admirable appreciation of the complex issues that have always gripped the English speaking world.

You will learn to express your opinions and understandings in academic writing where ideas are debated through close analysis of language and contextual and critical interpretations.

21st century novels are valued as highly as Medieval poetry with some of the most celebrated authors studied and appraised in lively lessons delivered by genuinely passionate teachers.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

The poetry of Ted Hughes and Sylvia Plath

Prose fiction from 1880 to 1910

Doctor Faustus by Christopher Marlowe and Enron by Lucy Prebble

The Road by Cormac McCarthy and one other novel of your choice

Unseen Poetry

King Lear by William Shakespeare

The Merchant’s Tale by Geoffrey Chaucer

WHERE CAN ENGLISH LITERATURE TAKE YOU?

An ability to appreciate the written word, the cogent thought processes and the emotional literacy fostered by English Literature are in high demand across higher education courses and all employment. As such, students follow their academic desires into numerous fields and professions: the arts, the humanities, law, marketing, publishing, journalism and the sciences.

A LEVEL FRENCH

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

French will help you build your listening, reading, speaking and writing skills to a high level of fluency and accuracy. You will acquire a very broad vocabulary and understanding of French grammar as well as a knowledge of the French-speaking world (through the topics, the film and the novel).

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

The changing nature of family life, the cyber society, the place of voluntary work, heritage, music, cinema, all within the context of France

Study of the film L'Auberge Espagnole

WHERE CAN FRENCH TAKE YOU?

France as a diverse society, social exclusion, criminals, young people and their political commitmentdemonstrations and strikes, politics and immigration, all within the context of France

Study of the book Kiffe Kiffe Demain

French opens many pathways for students, at university and beyond. There are a wide variety of courses available at university-level, depending on whether you want to broaden your knowledge of French on its own or mix it with another subject. Subjects and sectors include Law, European or International relations, Business and Marketing, Education, and, another language. These are just a few examples.

OPPORTUNITY

TO

CONVERSE

with native speakers

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 6 in French

• Minimum average GCSE score of 5.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 50% Listening, Reading and Writing

• 20% Writing (literature)

• 30% Speaking

Maxim Vorobez

Formerly of The Mountbatten School

SUBJECTS

English Literature, French, History

Q-XTRAS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 6 in German

• Minimum average GCSE score of 4.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 50% Listening, Reading and Writing

• 20% Writing

• 30% Speaking

Iza Hanganu

Formerly of Wyvern College SUBJECTS

German, English Language, Maths

Q-XTRAS

Counselling Award,

GERMAN

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

German offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills within the context of the German speaking world, broadening your vocabulary and learning more complex grammar.

In the first year you will learn about the changing state of family life, the digital world and youth culture, as well as traditions, festivals, life in Berlin and the world of the Arts within the German speaking world. In the second year you will broaden your studies looking at multiculturalism, politics and reunification.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Changing state of family life, the digital world and youth culture, traditions, festivals, life in Berlin

The world of the Arts within the German speaking world Study of the Film Goodbye Lenin

WHERE CAN GERMAN TAKE YOU?

Students learn about multiculturalism, politics and reunification

Study of the play Andorra Students will work on an individual research project; a part of their speaking exam

There is such a wide variety of courses and careers available after studying German. At university-level you can broaden your knowledge of German literature and History or mix it with Business Skills. In employment, as well as the traditional careers of interpreting and translation, German is useful for any profession requiring a high level of writing and communication skills. In our increasingly globalised world, German graduates can work in cross-cultural contexts.

SPANISH

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

This A Level will enhance your use of Spanish in the spoken and written modes, which will improve your ability to communicate with Spanish speakers from around the world.

By studying this course you will gain a broadened vocabulary and a wider understanding of Spanish cultures.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Lots and lots of grammar!

Modern & Traditional values in the Hispanic World

The role of the Internet in an ever changing world

Equal rights in the hispanic world

The influence of celebrity

Regional and cultural identities in Spain

Cultural Heritage in Spain and Latin America

Study of the film Volver

WHERE CAN SPANISH TAKE YOU?

Migration in the hispanic world

Racism and integration in hispanic countries

Young people and their attitudes towards politics

Monarchies and dictatorships

Social movements in the hispanic world

Study of the book Como Agua Para Chocolate

Spanish can take you into a variety of professions including: Interpreter, Translator, Teacher, Travel and Tourism. A qualification in a language lends itself to so many careers given the deficit in people in the workforce with language skills.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• Minimum average GCSE score of 5.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 80% Examination

• 20% Coursework

Martha Seymour

Formerly of Wildern School

SUBJECTS

Biology, Spanish, Chemistry, Maths

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Certificate: Minimum College entry requirements

• GCSE: Level 1 or equivalent in Japanese.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• In class assessments in all four skills (Certificate)

• End of year assessment (GCSE)

• 25% Speaking

• 25% Listening

• 25% Reading

• 25% Writing

Carisse Clarke

Formerly of St Annes Catholic School

SUBJECTS

Japanese, Media: Creative Digital Technologies,

JAPANESE

CERTIFICATE (Q-XTRA) / GCSE (Q-XTRA)

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Japanese is an additional course to your three A level (or equivalent) subjects. Both the Certificate and GCSE courses are stand-alone one year courses.

In the Certificate course, you will learn how to read and write Hiragana, Katakana and some Kanji. This is not an easy task unless you are very committed. Through topics, you will gain a basic knowledge and understanding of the new language.

Students can study further, to obtain a GCSE, in their Second Year. You will learn more grammar, Kanji (200 altogether) and vocabulary to express yourselves more fluently.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS: Introduction

Shopping and Dining

Daily Routine

Socialising and Finding the Way (Certificate)

Identity and Culture

WHERE CAN JAPANESE TAKE YOU?

Local Area, Holiday and Travel School

Future Aspiration, Study and Work

International and Global Dimension (GCSE)

Japanese has led students on to many courses and career pathways, including Japanese Studies, Linguistics, and combined degrees (Teaching English as a Foreign Language, Film Studies, Business Studies) with Japanese.

Many career sectors would consider candidates who have studied other languages to have an advantage in communication. It may also assist those who might wish to teach English in Japan, for example as part of the JET scheme, following graduation.

COURSES

Subjects are a great foundation for UNIVERSITY

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English Literature and English Language

• GCSE History is not required, but advantageous

• Minimum average GCSE score of 4.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

CLASSICAL CIVILISATION

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Classical Civilisation… if you think it sounds old and out of date, you’d be wrong! The issues faced in the ancient world turn out to be just like our own issues. Classical Civilisation offers you the chance to study a whole variety of new things. You’ll do some literature by reading the first ever written story (Homer’s Odyssey) and the most famous book in Roman history (Virgil’s Aeneid).

Alongside that, you’ll explore the myths and reality of the Greek gods, and how they were worshipped. Finally, you will study some history by looking at the Persian Wars, arguably the founding event of Western civilisation.

Classical Civilisation: new topics, different skills, and issues that we still wrestle with today.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

The Odyssey - Story and Outline

Greek Religion - Gods, Sacred Sites and Religious Experience

Sabeeka Aslam Formerly of Redbridge Community School

The Invention of the Barbarian - Greece and the Persian Wars

Greek ReligionRituals, Priests and the Philosophy of Greek Religion

The Invention of the Barbarian - Persia, the Amazons and the Reality of the Barbarian

The Aeneid - Story and Outline

The Odyssey - Themes and Explanation

The Aeneid - Themes and Explanation

WHERE CAN CLASSICAL CIVILISATION TAKE YOU?

Studying Classical Civilisation offers many routes after College. Many students go on to study courses related to Classical Civilisation at university: Classics, Ancient History, and Archaeology. Classical Civilisation also offers good preparation for any History or English Literature course, alongside Journalism, Business and Education degrees and into professions such as Teaching, Broadcasting, Journalism, Archaeology and Academic Research.

HISTORY

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

At Barton Peveril we offer you the choice of topics that you can study; we call this Route A and B. So, do you want to focus on the Tudors alongside the Russian Revolution or do you want to study Germany across the twentieth century alongside Britain from the post war to the almost present day? The former will allow you to explore how strong states develop by comparing early and modern examples whilst the latter will allow you to focus on exclusively modern history. There is a coursework component worth 20% of your grade with Route A focussing on Civil Rights in the USA and Route B on an aspect of the Tudors (note that you must study at least 200 years of history and therefore why this is not a modern example).

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Route A

The Tudors 1485-1603

Revolution and Dictatorship: Russia 1917-1953

A Personal Investigation on Civil Rights in the USA

WHERE CAN HISTORY TAKE YOU?

Route B

The Quest for political stability: Germany 1871-1991

The Making of Modern Britain: 1951-2007

A Personal Investigation on the Tudors

History offers many transferable skills that lead students on to study History at university. As well as History many students study Politics and International Relations or Law, which is also a favourite due to the analytical skills that you develop. As with academic options, the careers available for History students are incredibly varied, including Teaching, Broadcasting, Journalism, Archaeology and Heritage, Academic Research, Law, and Finance.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• GCSE History is not required, but advantageous

• Minimum average GCSE score of 4.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 80% Examination

• 20% Coursework

Izzy Thomas

Formerly of The Hamble School

SUBJECTS

Politics, History, English Literature

Q-XTRAS Aspire

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 5 in English and Mathematics

• Minimum average GCSE score of 5.5.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

PHILOSOPHY

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Philosophy teaches you how to sharpen your thinking, reasoning, and problem solving skills, whilst developing your ability to listen, articulate and write.

Through the study of Epistemology, Ethics, Philosophies of Religion and Mind you will explore fascinating concepts and arguments from European philosophy over the last 2500 years.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Epistemological Studies (The Theory Of Knowledge)

Moral Philosophy (Ethics)

Asha Ezekude

Formerly of Crestwood Community School

SUBJECTS

English Language and Literature, Philosophy,

Metaphysics of God (Philosophy of Religion)

Metaphysics of Mind (What are we?)

WHERE CAN PHILOSOPHY TAKE YOU?

There are a myriad of courses and careers that pertain to Philosophy, including Philosophy, Politics and Ethics (PPE), Religion and Ethics, Politics, Banking, Business, Social Work, Education and Academia, and Law. Philosophy is a great joint honours degree (linking well with subjects in the arts, sciences and mathematics) and stepping stone into numerous careers because of its widely transferable skills.

POLITICS

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

“In our age,” said George Orwell, “there is no such thing as ‘keeping out of politics’. All issues are political issues, and politics itself is a mass of lies, evasions, folly, hatred, and schizophrenia.” Politics is the study of where power lies, who has power (and what they do with it), who doesn’t (and what they do about it), and why.

We ask fundamental questions like what is democracy, and is it the best form of government? Why do people form political parties, and what do they believe? We look at voting systems, the media, Parliament, the EU and Brexit. We also study American politics, and ideologies from Liberalism to Anarchism. All issues are political issues.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Democracy and Participation

Political Parties

Electoral Systems

Voting Behaviour and the Media

The UK Constitution

Parliament

The Prime Minister and the Executive

Relations Between the Branches

WHERE CAN POLITICS TAKE YOU?

US Constitution

US Congress

US Presidency

US Supreme Court and Civil Rights

US Democracy and Participation

Liberalism

Conservatism

Socialism

Anarchism

Although Politics degrees are the most obvious destination, related courses like International Relations, Law, Sociology, and History are also popular. A Level Politics is valued by universities and employers and is useful for any course or job that focuses on essay writing or critical thinking. Such careers include working in the Civil Service and Public Sector, Journalism, International Development, careers in the media, and International Governance in organisations like the UN.

Politics can take you to the very top. Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States, graduated from Columbia University with a degree in Political Science in 1983.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• Minimum average GCSE score of Grade 4.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

Josh Kaitharam Thomas

Formerly of Wildern School

SUBJECTS

Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• Minimum average GCSE score of 4.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

RELIGIOUS STUDIES

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Religious Studies at A Level offers you fascinating opportunities to study broad and varied, real-world topics:

The major concepts of Buddhism and how they apply in different cultures and societies in the 21st Century; Ethics, which covers a vast range of normative and applied ethical theories and their thinkers but also what underpins ethical decision making; and Philosophy of Religion, which covers issues such as the nature and existence of God, miracles, religious experience, self death and afterlife and more.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Introduction to Buddhism

Normative Ethical Theories and applied Ethics

Introduction to Philosophy of Religion

Advanced ethics and metaethics

Flora Bardsley Formerly of Meoncross School

SUBJECTS

Philosophy of religion, issues of self and religious language

Applied Buddhism Buddhism in the 21st century

WHERE CAN RELIGIOUS STUDIES TAKE YOU?

Religious Studies opens up avenues into many university courses, from Theology and Religious Studies through to Cultural Studies and Anthropology. Philosophy is a great joint honours degree and goes with a vast range of subjects, including the arts, sciences, mathematics. Religious Studies also lends itself to the world of work, including careers in Politics, Banking, Business, Law, Academia, Government roles, and work in the media sector.

Students compete in NATIONAL COMPETITIONS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum 6 in Mathematics and 5 in Computer Science, if taken

• You do not need to have any programming experience

• A minimum average GCSE Score of Grade 4.

Studying Computer Science at top universities will require you to take A Level Mathematics.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 80% Examination

• 20% Coursework

Nicole Sange Benitez Formerly of St Anne's Catholic School

SUBJECTS

Computer Science, Maths, Further Maths

Q-XTRAS

Engineering Extension, Aspire Programme, Piano Lessons,

COMPUTER SCIENCE

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Computer Science can roughly be divided into theory and programming. The theory will give you a broad overview of how information is generated, stored and transferred within and between computer systems. We will use logic and mathematics to understand computers and software, and you will develop your critical thinking skills to explore the impacts that computing has on society.

For programming, after studying Computer Science at Barton Peveril, you will be able to pick up a completely new language with ease. We will teach you fundamental and advanced programming skills in C#, Assembly, Haskell and SQL.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Introduction to the Internet (packet-switching and TCP/IP)

Operating Systems, translators and other system software

Database design (SQL)

Fundamentals of data structures and algorithms

Mathematics for Computer Science

Representation of hexadecimal and floating point binary numbers

Advanced logic circuits (boolean algebra, adders and flip-flops)

Finite state automata and regular expressions

Context-free languages

Representation of data and compression

Algorithmic Complexity (Big-O notation)

Advanced networks (the DNS, asymmetric encryption, routing, wireless networks, client-server networks and database concurrency)

Big Data

WHERE CAN COMPUTER SCIENCE TAKE YOU?

Computer Science opens doors into a multitude degrees and employment in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence. Career pathways include Data Analysis, Games Development, Software Testing and Engineering, and Computer Science Research.

MATHEMATICS

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Having the logical and analytical skills to understand and comprehend the world we live in is more important than ever. You will come to us with a firm understanding of algebra and graphs and expand upon these skills, as well as studying mechanics and statistics. A Level Mathematics is a highly structured and well-organised course that you will find both challenging and incredibly rewarding.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Pure

Algebra & Functions

Exponentials & Logarithms

Graph Transformations

Coordinate Geometry & Circles

Differentiation & Integration

Proof

Trigonometry

Sequences and Series

Numerical Methods

Differential Equations

Binomial Expansion

Parametric Equations

Mechanics

Graphs of Motion

SUVAT

Variable Acceleration

Forces & Newton’s Laws

Moments

2D SUVAT & Variable Acceleration

Projectiles

Statistics

Probability

Measures of Central

Tendency & Variation

The Binomial Distribution

Correlation & Causation

The Normal Distribution

Discrete Random Variables

Hypothesis Testing

WHERE CAN MATHEMATICS TAKE YOU?

Some students study Mathematics just because they enjoy the subject. Others study Mathematics as it is a course they want to take further, to study alongside Further Maths and Computer Science, while others study it as a facilitating course to support Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology or Geography.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum grade 7 in Mathematics

• Minimum average GCSE score of Grade 5.5.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

Joudy Sewidan

Formerly of Toynbee Schooll

SUBJECTS

Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics

FURTHER MATHEMATICS

A LEVEL (AS LEVEL ALSO AVAILABLE)

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 7 in Mathematics (Grade 8 recommended)

• Minimum average GCSE score of 5.5.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

Emma Hopkins

Formerly of Romsey School

SUBJECTS

Chemistry, Further Maths, Maths, Physics

Q-XTRAS

Aspire, Duke of Edinburgh (Bronze), Badminton,

Further Mathematics is a fascinating course delving into a variety of different areas and is taken in addition to Mathematics. Amongst myriad other topics you will learn about imaginary and complex numbers, using algorithms to solve real world problems, various discrete probability distributions and how objects behave in collisions. Further Mathematics is not only complimentary to your study of Mathematics but also, in many cases, introduces you to new and interesting concepts.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Core

Matrices

Complex Numbers

Roots of Polynomials

Sequences and Series

Proof by Induction

Polar Coordinates

Hyperbolic Functions

Differential Equations

Modelling with Algorithms

Algorithms

Modelling with Graphs and Networks

Linear Programming

Statistics

Discrete Probability

Distributions

Bivariate Data

Chi-Squared Tests

Mechanics

Kinematics

Friction

Moments of a Force

Work, Energy & Power

Impulse and Momentum

Centre of Mass

Simplex Method

WHERE CAN FURTHER MATHEMATICS TAKE YOU?

Most Further Mathematics students go onto university, with some progressing to degree apprenticeships or employment. Fields of further study range from Data Science, Engineering and Computer Science to Architecture, Accountancy and Environmental Science.

COURSES

Film Studies A Level Page 74

IT & Computing

Introductory Diploma Page 75

Media: Creative Digital Technologies Level 3

Cambridge Technical Diploma Page 76

Media Production:

Digital Media Level 3

Cambridge Technical Diploma Page 77

Media Production: Video & Moving Image Level 3

Cambridge Technical Diploma Page 78

Media Studies A Level Page 79

DEDICATED facilities and technology

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 70% Examination

• 30% Coursework

FILM STUDIES

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

In Film Studies you will study a variety of diverse texts that will expand your love of film to new heights. You will analyse how a director constructs scenes to manipulate audience reactions whilst also exploring how films debate and discuss social issues such as race, sexuality, and politics. Understanding how films are made and why will help you to read a film text on a higher level.

You will also have the opportunity to make your own short film using our state-of-the-art facilities or even write a screenplay and storyboard as part of your coursework. This is your chance to be creative and explore your own style and voice.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Global Film

Silent Film

British Film

Documentary

Practical Coursework

Erin Cooper

Formerly of Swanmore College

SUBJECTS

Drama

and

Theatre, English

Hollywood 1930-1990

American Film from 2005 and Beyond

Experimental Film

WHERE CAN FILM STUDIES TAKE YOU?

There are many different types of Film courses and careers available. Some courses are traditional Film Studies much like an extension to the A Level with a mix of academic lectures and creative projects and there are also many practical Filmmaking courses at universities.

Film is a huge business in the UK. Star Wars, Black Widow, Cruella, Small Axe, and more were all filmed here, providing thousands of jobs and billions to the UK economy. If you want to get into the film business, there are many ways to do so. Studying Film can also lead to careers in other sectors such as Journalism, Marketing, PR, Theatre, and many more.

IT & COMPUTING

ADVANCED NATIONAL - LEVEL 3 AAQ EQUIVALENT TO TAKING ONE A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Join us on a digital journey that equips you with essential skills for the future tech-driven world. Through theory and hands-on practice, gain a strong foundation in vocational IT and Computing. This course will provide a comprehensive understanding of application development principles, covering software, planning, and industry-standard briefs in immersive tech and software development. Explore the future of technology with us.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Fundamentals of Application development

Types of software used in application design

Software development models

Planning application development projects

Application design scoping

Human computer interface and interaction

Job roles and skills

Developing Application software

Application software considerations

Data flow in application software

Application software security

Operational considerations

Legal considerations

Coursework topics

Principles of immersive technology

Fundamentals of website development

Fundamentals of software development

Creation of an immersive prototype

Communicate Solutions to a client

High-fidelity testing

WHERE CAN IT & COMPUTING TAKE YOU?

Both the subject-specific knowledge, understanding and skills, and broader transferable skills developed through these units, will help you progress to further study in related areas such as: web and user experience, web and mobile development, creative computing, computing, computer games development, computer science, and future technology.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English and Mathematics.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 40% Examination

• 60% Coursework

Jai Singh

Formerly of Bitterne Park School

SUBJECTS

Business, Economics, Information Technology

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 30% Examination

• 70% Coursework

MEDIA: CREATIVE DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

LEVEL 3 CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL DIPLOMA

EQUIVALENT

TO TAKING TWO A LEVELS

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Media: Creative Digital Technologies is an exciting opportunity to work on a number of digital media products from concept to delivery. It is a vocational diploma that enables you to develop practical skills in 3D modelling, digital animation, graphic design and game development, whilst building upon a foundation of transferable design principles and media language.

You will begin your journey grappling with a simple game design project before developing your 3D skills and sampling every aspect of the development process in a longer term 3D animation project.

The syllabus is designed to advance technical and soft skills gradually over two years, enabling you to become confident in your strengths and take advantage of the insight gained in working on vocational activities. Alongside practical skills development, you will analyse and evaluate media products and the wider media industry.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Veronica Saffron

Formerly of Upper Shirley High School

SUBJECTS

Computer Science, Media:

Creative Digital Technologies

Interactive Media Products

Media Products and Audiences

Graphic Design

Create a Media Product

Pre-production and Planning

3D Digital Animation

Create an Audio / Visual Product

Social Media and Globalisation

Game Development

Comics and Graphic Novels

3D Modelling

Create a Media Profile

WHERE CAN MEDIA: CREATIVE DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES TAKE YOU?

Media: Creative Digital Technologies can lead to careers across multiple industries including game development, animation, visual effects, design, architecture and many other careers in the creative industries.

Due to ongoing vocational reforms, these courses are under review. We anticipate either the continuation of these courses or their replacement with similar programmes in vocational/creative media (games, video, digital media). Dates will be confirmed upon government approval.

MEDIA PRODUCTION: DIGITAL MEDIA

LEVEL 3 CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL DIPLOMA

EQUIVALENT TO TAKING TWO A LEVELS

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Media Production: Digital Media is particularly suited to students who want to work in the creative design industries, both traditional and online.

This course is designed for people who enjoy learning in a practical, work - related way. The course provides a high quality, industry recognised qualification that acknowledges the skills, settings, job roles, principles and values involved in the Media Industry.

This course is suited to students who want to experience a range of different digital media techniques, from print design, comics, interactive media products, animation, advertising (print or video), and photography. Also, students will benefit from having the opportunity to produce a range of media forms and genres, there is a focus on exploring concepts of ethnic diversity, gender and other contemporary social issues.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Coursework:

Creating a poster series for a horror film

Photography

Advertising

Graphic Design

Journalism

Comics and Graphic Novels

Animation

Interactive Media Product Portfolio

Examined:

Media Products and Audiences

Pre-production and Planning

Social Media and Globalisation

WHERE CAN MEDIA PRODUCTION: DIGITAL MEDIA TAKE YOU?

Students commonly go on to study a creative course at university, such as Photography, Graphic Design, Media Production or Advertising. Some students also continue onto the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design at Barton Peveril. Many students then progress onto careers in the industry, working in creative roles across the corporate, charity and marketing sectors.

Due to ongoing vocational reforms, these courses are under review. We anticipate either the continuation of these courses or their replacement with similar programmes in vocational/creative media (games, video, digital media). Dates will be confirmed upon government approval.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• Merit in a Vocational Media course if taken.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 30% Examination

• 70% Coursework

Mia Gellender Formerly of Thornden School

SUBJECTS

English Language and Literature , Media Production: Digital Media

Q-XTRAS

Multi-Media Content

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• Merit in a Vocational Media course if taken.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 70% Coursework

• 30% Exam

Sienna Forsyth Rees

Formerly of Kings School Winchester

SUBJECTS

Fine Art, Media Production: Video and Moving Image

Q-XTRAS

Life Drawing, TV Production,

MEDIA PRODUCTION: VIDEO & MOVING IMAGE

LEVEL 3 CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL DIPLOMA

EQUIVALENT TO TAKING TWO A LEVELS

WHAT YOU WILL

LEARN:

Media Production: Video & Moving Image is particularly suited to students who want to work in Video Production, or in the Film and Television Industries. This course is designed for people who enjoy learning in a practical, work-related way.

The course provides a high quality, industry recognised qualification that acknowledges the skills, settings, job roles, principles and values involved in the Media Industry. As well as having the opportunity to produce a range of media forms and genres, there is a focus on exploring concepts of ethnic diversity, gender and other contemporary social issues.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Practical

Creating the Opening for A Netflix TV Show

Short Film Production

Special and Visual Effects

Scriptwriting

Cinematography

Advertising

Music Video

Sound Design

Portfolio

Examined

Media Products and Audiences

Pre-production and Planning

Social Media and Globalisation

WHERE CAN MEDIA PRODUCTION: VIDEO & MOVING IMAGE TAKE YOU?

Students commonly go on to study a creative course at university, such as Film, TV Production, Scriptwriting or Animation. Many students then transfer these skills into roles in the industry. This course is ideal for students that have ambitions to work in the Film or TV industry or for those who want to make video content for companies across many sectors.

Due to ongoing vocational reforms, these courses are under review. We anticipate either the continuation of these courses or their replacement with similar programmes in vocational/creative media (games, video, digital media). Dates will be confirmed upon government approval.

MEDIA STUDIES

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Media Studies is the perfect choice for anyone who enjoys engaging with media products across a range of platforms including music videos, advertising and online streaming services. With an emphasis on theoretical approaches, this subject will provide you with the knowledge and understanding to deconstruct the variety of messages that the media present to us on a daily basis.

Media Studies introduces you to a challenging mix of academic research, analysis and debate. The subject also contains a strong focus on the concepts of ethnic diversity, gender and other contemporary social issues.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Music Videos

Film Industry

Video Games

Advertising and Marketing

Radio

TV in the Global Age Mainstream and Alternative Magazines Online and Participatory Media

WHERE CAN MEDIA STUDIES TAKE YOU?

There are a variety of different types of Media Studies courses available at university. Many are centred around Media and Communications with a mix of academic lectures and creative projects and there are also many practical Production courses at universities. Some popular degrees are associated with specialisms in Journalism or Creative Design such as Graphics.

Media Studies also leads to a variety of different pathways due to the breadth of study and the blending of academic disciplines with a practical skill set. This can lead to careers in Journalism, Graphic Design, Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Events Management, TV and Film Production as well as more contemporary careers within the online media landscape.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 70% Examination

• 30% Coursework

Josh Dutton

Formerly of Springfield School

SUBJECTS

Product Design, Business Studies, Media Studies

COURSES

Dance A Level Page 82

Drama and Theatre A Level Page 83

Music A level Page 84

Music Technology A Level Page 85

Performing Arts: Acting Level 3 Cambridge Technical Diploma Page 86

Performing Arts: Musical Theatre Level 3 Cambridge Technical Diploma Page 87

Popular Music Performance Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma Page 88

PERFORMING ARTS

EXCELLENT

facilities, including the College’s own Rose Theatre

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• Previous dance experience to include GCSE Dance or equivalent. Or grades obtained through a dance school.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 50% Written Examination

• 50% Practical Examination

DANCE

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Dance enables you to study both Contemporary and Jazz styles. You will explore both styles, applying the theory you learn to your practical work. We organise workshops with professional companies and practitioners to enhance your learning, whilst also providing multiple performance opportunities.

We also provide extensive support for applications to dance colleges. After studying Dance at Barton Peveril you will have grown in confidence and developed a unique choreographic voice, possessing the dedication, motivation, teamwork and organisational skills that are fundamental for life after college.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Practical Technique in Contemporary and Jazz Dance

Performance Skills for the Dancer

Ruby Coleman Formerly of Cams Hill School

SUBJECTS

Dance, Musical Theatre

Q-XTRAS

Dance Company, Fitness

Studio, Musical Theatre

Choreography

Dance History and its Context

WHERE CAN DANCE TAKE YOU?

Safe Studio Practice, Alignment and a Healthy Approach to Training

Critical Engagement with your own work

Analysis of Dance as an Art Form

Our Dance students have an excellent reputation at successfully gaining places at top universities for dance, in addition to securing places at top conservatoires and dance colleges.

Dance will also develop your creative and intellectual capacity, giving you many transferable skills including teamwork, communication and problem solving. These skills can be applied in employment.

DRAMA AND THEATRE

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

In Drama and Theatre you will build performance, design and directing skills through practical lessons, while gaining the written communication skills necessary to flourish in the examined paper in theory lessons. In each lesson you will unpick and analyse scripts for meaning and discover how historical context impacts upon theatre performances, whilst also viewing and critiquing the work of professional companies.

You will experiment and push your imagination by exploring the techniques of a variety of influential theatre directors and companies (Theatre Practitioners). You will choose which practitioners and styles you specialise in. Teamwork and creativity are key skills for success in life and this course gives you plenty of opportunities to develop them.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Antigone by Sophocles Theatre Practitioners

- including The Paper Birds, Berkoff, Theatre Alibi and Frantic Assembly, Stanislavski, and Katie Mitchell

Live Theatre Analysisincluding theatre trip/s

Creating Original Drama

- Devising performance.

Our Country’s Good by Timberlake Wertenbaker

Making Theatre

- Performance of an extract of a script

WHERE CAN CAN DRAMA AND THEATRE TAKE YOU?

Recent alumni have gone on to study and work within the sector. Degree progression routes include Drama and performance related courses through to study in areas such as Nursing, Law, Film and Media, Psychology, Music and Classics. Students have also gone into a diverse range of careers from Teaching to Events Management, Police and Law Enforcement, Health and Counselling services, Hospitality management, Advertising and PR, Finance and Business.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 40% Written Examination

• 30% Devised Performance

• 30% Performance of an Extract

Jamien Oyawale

Formerly of Oasis Academy Lord's Hill

SUBJECTS

Drama and Theatre, Media: Creative Digital Technologies

Q-XTRAS

Drama Company, Puppetry

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• A keen and active interest in performing on your instrument/voice, at least grade 5 standard (ABRSM or Trinity)

• You should be able to read stave music and have a good understanding of the traditional rudiments and theory of music (ideally you should have Grade 5 Music Theory ABRSM)

• GCSEs to include a minimum of Grade 5 in Music (if taken).

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 35% Performance, 25% Composition (or vice versa)

• 40% Written Examination

Charlie Jones

Formerly of Regents Park Community College

SUBJECTS

Music, Music Technology, Religious Studies

Q-XTRAS

MUSIC

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

In Music you will develop your musical expertise through solo and ensemble performance work throughout the course. You will benefit from free one-to-one tuition on your instrument/voice to hone your musical skills. You will be taught the craft of composition by focusing on the techniques associated with different music styles, and will learn how to aurally recognise key features in a range of musical styles. You will analyse a wide range of music styles, and a focused set of set works: including symphonic music from 1750 to 1900, examples of music from the early twentieth century, and examples of pop and rock music.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Performing

Appraising and analysis skills

The development of the symphony

Listening skills

WHERE CAN MUSIC TAKE YOU?

Composition skills

All first year topics continued

Composition to a set brief Music of the early 20th Century

Many musicians develop a portfolio of employment options, which might combine teaching, performance, sound design, conducting, arrangement, and other related areas.

The transferable skills developed as a musician are also seen as highly desirable in any academic route and in professions that place a high value on teamwork, analysis and problem-solving. Music graduates can be well placed to enter areas as diverse as accountancy and the legal profession.

Opportunities to PLAY IN VENUES across the south

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Music Technology allows you to explore the skills, theory and techniques involved in mastering music production. You will develop skills in a wide variety of creative production techniques, in Logic Pro X, focusing on synthesis, sampling, and creative use of effects and will benefit from state-of-the-art recording facilities that enable you to explore the techniques associated with multitrack recording.

Theoretical elements will teach you about the history of music production from the 1940s onwards to enhance your understanding of the sector.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

All topics are taught throughout the course

WHERE CAN MUSIC TECHNOLOGY TAKE YOU?

Many musicians develop a portfolio of progression options, which might combine teaching, performance, sound design, conducting, arrangement, and other related areas both in academia and in employment. The transferable skills developed as a musician are also seen as highly desirable in any profession that places a high value on teamwork, analysis and problem-solving. Music graduates can be well placed to enter areas as diverse as accountancy and the legal profession.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 5 in Music. If not taken, experience of working with chords, bass lines and drum patterns in music software is required

• Related vocational qualifications such as BTEC/ NCFE are suitable.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 20% Recording Examination

• 20% Composing Examination

• 25% Listening and Analysing Examination

• 35% Producing and Analysing Examination

Emily Neil

Formerly of Wyvern College

SUBJECTS

Music Technology, Maths, Popular Music Performance

Q-XTRAS

Aspire, Stage Crew, Songwriting,

Workshops with INDUSTRY EXPERTS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• All students will need to audition for the course.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

This course has a mixture of:

• Practical Assessments

• Coursework

• Exams

Jack Walter-Nelson Formerly of Springfield School

SUBJECTS

Psychology, Acting

Q-XTRAS

Self Tapes for Casting Directors, Acting for Screen, Acting/ Devising Workshop, Speak

PERFORMING ARTS: ACTING

LEVEL 3 CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL DIPLOMA EQUIVALENT TO TAKING TWO A LEVELS

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

The Performing Arts: Acting Diploma concentrates on the skills required to become an accomplished performer with a good understanding of acting techniques that can translate into performances. At the end of this course, students will understand Arts Administration, planning events, the demands of working within the Performing Arts industry, and influential practitioners. You will be taught by subject specialists with experience of working within the industry and participate in a range of productions.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Acting Technique

Classical Theatre

Arts Administration

A Proposal for a Commissioning Brief

Preparing to Work in the Performing Arts sector

Directing

Influential Performance Practice

Combined Arts

WHERE CAN PERFORMING ARTS: ACTING TAKE YOU?

The combination of practical and theoretical work leads students to a vast range of options after college. Students go on to study Performing Arts at Drama Schools and Universities, with a view to work within the industry.

Trips to PRODUCTIONS across the UK

PERFORMING ARTS: MUSICAL THEATRE

LEVEL 3 CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL DIPLOMA EQUIVALENT TO TAKING TWO A LEVELS

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

The Performing Arts: Musical Theatre Diploma gives you the chance to explore and develop your practical skills and repertoire whilst focusing on working in the industry. After studying the Performing Arts Diploma you will have experience researching, planning events, learning about influential practitioners, performing in a range of styles for numerous audiences and being prepared to work in the industry. You will be taught by subject specialists with experience within the Industry. You will have the opportunity to take part in full scale productions and a vast number of Q-XTRA opportunities within the Performing Arts.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Singing Technique

Acting Technique

Dance Technique

Arts Administration

A Proposal for a Commissioning Brief

Preparing to Work in the Performing Arts Industry

Influential Performance

Practitioners

WHERE CAN PERFORMING ARTS: MUSICAL THEATRE TAKE YOU?

The combination of practical and theoretical work leads students to a vast range of options after college. Students go on to study Performing Arts at Dance/Drama Schools and Universities, with a view to work within the industry.

MULTIPLE PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES throughout the course

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• All students will need to audition for the course.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

This course has a mixture of:

• Practical Assessments

• Coursework

• Exams

Chloe Ford

Formerly of Crofton School

SUBJECTS

English Literature, Musical Theatre

Q-XTRAS

Aspire, Dance Live, English

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in Music (if taken) and Grade 6 in Performance Skills

• Students must have the ability to read music and have an understanding of Music Theory (ABRSM), up to Grade 5. The exam does not have to be taken before you start at college, but it would be preferable if you have.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Coursework

Josh Clark

Formerly of Upper Shirley High School

SUBJECTS

Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Music, Popular Music Performance

POPULAR MUSIC PERFORMANCE

LEVEL 3 SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA

EQUIVALENT TO TAKING ONE AND A HALF A LEVELS

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

This course gives highly able musicians the optimum chance to pursue a career in the commercial music industry, as performers. On this course you will be able to develop your skills as a performer, and become adept in a range of techniques and styles. You will receive free one-to-one lessons on your instrument/voice.

Most lessons are practical and focus on developing performance techniques associated with different styles. You will develop practical musicianship skills in key areas such as sight-reading, transcription, relative pitch, ensemble performance, improvisation, application of functional harmony and understanding of chord substitutions. You will also start preparing for a future in the music industry setting personal goals and action plans relating to careers in music.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Ensemble Music (Pop & Jazz)

Session Musician

Planning a Career in Music

Improvising Music

Advanced Harmony Techniques

Auditioning for Music

Live Music Performance

WHERE CAN POPULAR MUSIC PERFORMANCE TAKE YOU?

Many musicians develop a portfolio of academic and employment options, which might combine performance, teaching, conducting, arrangement, sound design, and other related areas.

The transferable skills developed are also seen as highly desirable in any profession that places a high value on teamwork, analysis and problem-solving. Music graduates can be well placed to enter areas as diverse as accountancy and the legal profession.

COURSES

Criminology

PSYCHOLOGY, CRIMINOLOGY &

LECTURES

from academics and industry professionals

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in Mathematics, English and Science

• Minimum average GCSE score of Grade 5.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

PSYCHOLOGY

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Psychology is the study of the human mind and behaviour. On the course, we delve into a wide variety of different and everyday behaviours, exploring their causes. Human mental and brain functions are broken down and understood. Are behaviours caused by your culture or are they universal to everyone? Is behaviour a result of your biology or your environment?

Psychology is a new science that has originated within the past 150 years and it encompasses such a vast array of behaviours. On the course, we explore everything from the scientific topics of biopsychology and memory to the topics of relationships and psychopathology.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Social Influence

Memory

Attachment

Psychopathology

Sukhwinder Bhakar

Formerly of St George Catholic College

SUBJECTS

English Literature and Language, Law, Psychology, Sociology

Approaches to Psychology

Biopsychology

WHERE CAN PSYCHOLOGY

Research Methods

Issues and Debates

Relationships

Schizophrenia

Forensic Psychology

TAKE YOU?

Psychology can benefit a vast range of courses at universities. Students tend to apply for the courses ranging from Psychology and Sociology to Medicine and Law. Students also progress into employment within the sector, in professions such as Psychiatry, and beyond in professions including marketing, social work and teaching.

CRIMINOLOGY

LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA EQUIVALENT TO TAKING ONE SUBJECT

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Criminology will provide you with an insight into criminal behaviour and why individuals commit crimes by examining a range of criminological theories. You will also study the various types of crime in society and consider reasons for why crime may go unreported.

Through the study of a number of real life cases, you will gain knowledge of how a case proceeds through the Criminal Justice System, considering each stage of the process from analysing a crime scene through to courtroom proceedings. You will also examine the issue of social control and how this is achieved.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Changing Awareness of Crime

Criminological Theories

Crime Scene to Courtroom Crime and Punishment

WHERE CAN CRIMINOLOGY TAKE YOU?

Criminology offers students routes into university, apprenticeships and employment. At university, students often study Criminology or combine Criminology with another subject such as Criminal Justice, Law or Psychology. When entering employment, students explore careers including the National Probation Service, the Courts, the Police, and the Prison Service.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• Minimum average GCSE score of 4.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 50% Examination

• 50% Controlled Assessment

Lily Brown

Formerly of Swanmore College

SUBJECTS

Psychology, Criminology, Science Applied

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English, Mathematics, and Geography if studied.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 80% Examination

• 20% Coursework

GEOGRAPHY

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

With the growing importance of climate change, migration, environmental degradation, geopolitics and international relations, Geography is one of the most relevant and up to date courses you can choose to study.

You will gain a fundamental understanding of how the physical landscape is formed and how human interaction with it needs managing. Geography will also provide you with complex transferable skills, including analysis of data, data manipulation, and the ability to express your views in a coherent and logical manner. Above all, after studying Geography you will have the potential to become a well informed global citizen, able to make your mark on the world and make a positive difference to the people you meet.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS: Hazards

Changing Places

Water and Carbon Cycles

NEA Coursework and Fieldwork Opportunities

Global Systems and Global Governance

Resource Security

Coastal Systems and Landscapes

Joel Auckland Formerly of Cams Hill School

Non-examined Assessment

WHERE CAN GEOGRAPHY TAKE YOU?

Geography is a facilitating subject that equips students with numerous transferable skills that enable progression onto further study and employment within and beyond the sector. Students progress onto the study of courses such as Geography, Geology, Marine Science, and Disaster Hazard Management before entering professions ranging from Environmental Consultants through to Volcanists.

COURSES

Biology A Level Page 98

Chemistry A Level Page 99

Engineering

Cambridge Advanced National (Extended Certificate) Page 100

Environmental Science A Level Page 101

Medical Science BTEC National Extended Certificate Page 102

Physics A Level Page 103

BIOLOGY

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 6 in either Combined Science or Biology, a Grade 6 in Maths and a Grade 5 in English

• Minimum average GCSE score of 5.5.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

Saira Cheychi

Formerly of Cantell School

SUBJECTS

Biology, Law, Psychology

Biology allows you to understand the processes that sustain life on Earth. In the first year you will explore biological molecules, how organisms are able to exchange substances with their internal and external environments, and the importance and sources of variation in organisms.

In the second year you build on these principles and link them to various processes in organisms such as how organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environment, how energy is transferred with organisms and through ecosystems and how gene technology is used to alter gene expression.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Biological molecules

Enzymes

Nucleic acids

Cell structure

Transport across cell membranes

Cell recognition and the immune system

Exchange

Mass transport

DNA, genes and protein synthesis

Genetic diversity

WHERE CAN BIOLOGY TAKE YOU?

Biodiversity

Photosynthesis

Respiration

Energy and Ecosystems

Response to stimuli

Nervous coordination

Homeostasis

Inherited change

Populations and evolution

Populations in ecosystems

Gene expression

Recombinant DNA technology

A large proportion of our students continue their interest in Biology to degree level, on courses including: Biomedical Science, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Allied Healthcare degrees, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Nursing, Sports Science, and Pharmacy. Biology also leads to a wide variety of careers, from healthcare and medicine to environmental management and bioengineering.

CHEMISTRY

OCR A CHEMISTRY A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Chemistry is a practical subject and experimental work provides you with important practical skills, as well as enhancing your understanding of chemical theory. You will begin by learning about fundamentals of chemistry and then progress to developing important chemical ideas for inorganic and physical chemistry and the basic concepts of organic chemistry. Your knowledge of inorganic chemistry will be expanded in the second year and a more quantitative and mathematical approach will be used to describe the qualitative chemical phenomena encountered in the first year. You will also expand your knowledge of organic chemistry, developing further your analytical techniques for the identification of organic structures.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Development of Practical Skills in Chemistry

Foundations in Chemistry

Periodic Table and Energy

Core Organic Chemistry

Physical Chemistry and Transition Elements

Organic Chemistry and Analysis

WHERE CAN CHEMISTRY TAKE YOU?

Chemistry can lead to a variety of options after college, both at university and in employment. Many students go on to study and work in fields such Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Biomedical Science, Forensic Science, Chemical Engineering, Economics, Dentistry, Medicine and Veterinary Medicine.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 6 in either Combined Science or Chemistry, a Grade 6 in Mathematics and a Grade 5 in English

• Minimum average GCSE score of 5.5.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

• Practical Endorsement Harrison Ovenden

Formerly of Noadswood School

SUBJECTS

Chemistry, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 5 in Mathematics and Grade 4 in science

• If Triple Science is taken, a minimum Grade 4 in Physics is required.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 67% Examination

• 33% Coursework

ENGINEERING

CAMBRIDGE ADVANCED NATIONAL EXTENDED CERTIFICATE EQUIVALENT TO TAKING ONE SUBJECT

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Our Engineering course will provide you with the fundamental knowledge and skills across several Engineering fields. You will gain numerous practical-based skills as well as in-depth knowledge of the inner workings of a breadth of Engineering topics. You will start with learning the theory that governs your Engineering choices. By studying this course, you will have the potential to become a capable Engineer.

Later in the course, you will start to look at how to present your ideas/research through reporting and gaining new skills in design and creative thinking.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Maths for Engineering

Science for Engineering

Immanuel Shibu Formerly of Saint George Catholic College

SUBJECTS Business, Engineering,

Mechanical Engineering

Electronics and Computer Aided Design

Electrical Engineering

Computer Aided Design

Material Science

Environmental Engineering

WHERE CAN ENGINEERING TAKE YOU?

Students often progress onto university or employment for engineering and computer science related degrees and employment roles but also explore pathways leading to academia and work in areas such as law, sports science and IT. We support students navigating entrance requirements and finding courses suitable for them. Students have also previously earned Degree Apprenticeships with the world’s biggest employers, including IBM Exxon Mobil and the Dyson Institute.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Environmental Science explores the major activities carried out by society alongside the impacts these have on the planet and its support systems. We look at the natural processes impacting life on Earth, the ways that humans can alter these and how sustainability can be achieved.

You will cover content on a range of very topical issues, which allow you to take the knowledge you gain in the classroom and apply it to the world around you.

In addition, you will develop a range of wider skills such as practical sampling techniques, drawing out conclusions from data and developing solutions to problems.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Conditions for life on Earth

Conservation

Life processes in the biosphere

The atmosphere and climate change

The hydrosphere

Mining and mineral resources

Fishing & aquaculture

Forestry Agriculture

Energy resources

Pollution

Sustainability

WHERE CAN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE TAKE YOU?

Students studying this course take progression routes into a wide range of university courses, including Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Biological Sciences, Geography, Geology, Ecology, and Conservation. There are also a breadth of career options related to Environmental Science, with direct careers including Conservation, Environmental Monitoring, and Agricultural Management and other areas ranging from Product Design through to Business and Healthcare.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 5 in Maths, Grade 4 in English and Science.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

Khadija Hire

Formerly Home Schooled

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in Combined Science, English, and Maths.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• First year:

50% Examined units

50% Coursework

• Second year:

67% Examination

33% Coursework

Hazel Taylor Formerly of Brookfield Community School

SUBJECTS

Biology, Psychology, Science: Applied

Q-XTRAS

Medical Science has replaced Science Applied and does not reflect in this student profile.

MEDICAL SCIENCE

BTEC LEVEL 3 NATIONAL EXTENDED CERTIFICATE IN MEDICAL SCIENCE (AAQ)

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Medical science builds on what you will have learned in GCSE Biology, with a focus on medicine and diagnostics. The course has a mixture of examined content and coursework, and these will be spread throughout the two years, rather than traditional A levels which have exams at the end of second year. The course awards you with Distinction*, Distinction, Merit, Pass as grades A, C and E respectively at A level.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Unit 1:

Human Physiology, Anatomy and Pathology

Human body systems, cell ultrastructure, and how substances are transported. This is an examined unit.

Unit 2:

Health Issues and Scientific Reporting

The immune system, its dysfunction and genetic technologies. The validity and reliability of information used in health science reporting. This is an examined unit.

Unit 3:

Practical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases

Methods of pathogenicity and infectious agents, growth of microorganisms and health and safety in a laboratory environment. This is a coursework unit.

WHERE CAN MEDICAL SCIENCE TAKE YOU?

Medical science is a course designed to support your university application. It is a good choice for those looking to study nursing, midwifery, sports science, sports therapy, physiotherapy. It is not an option if you wish to study medicine.

PHYSICS

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Physics is a practical subject, with experimental work that will provide you with important practical skills as well as enhancing your understanding of theory.

You will begin by studying Mechanics, which will help to refresh and develop the mathematical skills that underpin the course, before progressing onto areas of study including waves and electricity. In the second year you will develop your understanding by applying these principles to field theory and nuclear physics. By the end of the course, you will have gained an understanding of Physics from the smallest particles to the origins of the Universe.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Mechanics and Materials

Waves

Particle Physics

Electricity

Further Mechanics

Circular and Simple

Harmonic Motion

WHERE CAN PHYSICS TAKE YOU?

Fields and their Consequences

Electric, Magnetic and Gravitational Fields

Thermal Physics

Nuclear Physics

Astrophysics

Physics can lead to a variety of options after college, both at university and in employment. Many students go on to study and work in fields such Physics, Engineering, Medical physics, Security and defence, Telecommunications, Space technologies, Meteorology, Sustainable energy, Geophysics, Academic and industrial research and Teaching.

LECTURES from industry professionals

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 6 in either Combined Science or Physics, a Grade 6 in Maths and a Grade 5 in English

• Minimum average GCSE score of 5.5

• It is strongly recommended to study A Level Mathematics alongside this subject.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

Rohan Wadhawan

Formerly of Cantell School

SUBJECTS

Computer Science, Mathematics, Further

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English and a Science

• Minimum average GCSE score of 4.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

Diploma:

• 45% Coursework

• 55% Examination

Extended Diploma:

• 55% Coursework

• 45% Examination

Nadia Dudzik

Formerly of The Romsey School

SUBJECTS

Health and Social Care

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

LEVEL 3 CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL DIPLOMA

EQUIVALENT TO TAKING TWO SUBJECTS

OR LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA

EQUIVALENT TO TAKING THREE SUBJECTS

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Health & Social Care will give you an insight into the Health and Social Care sector, which is ideal for those pursuing careers as Nurses, Midwives, Paramedics, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and Primary Teachers.

On the course you will learn the theory and research behind real life practice. After studying Health and Social Care at Barton Peveril you will be able to practically apply theoretical knowledge to real life scenarios, earning many transferable skills in the process.

Health & Social Care can be taken as a Diploma (equivalent to two A Levels) or an Extended Diploma (equivalent to three A Levels).

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Anatomy and Physiology

Equality and Diversity

Infection Control

Health and Safety

Mental Health

Building Positive Relationships

Public Health

Health Promotion

Safeguarding

Personalisation

Physiological Conditions

Promoting Positive Behaviour

WHERE CAN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TAKE YOU?

Health & Social Care offers transferable skills that lead students into many different academic and employment opportunities, including Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedic Science, Social Work, Primary Teaching, Occupational/Physio/Speech and Language Therapy.

SOCIOLOGY

A LEVEL

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Sociology is the study of society and of people and their behaviour.

Sociology provides you with an insight into the workings of society. It looks at the impact of social structures on individuals and the multiple interactions between groups of people within society. Sociologists study a wide range of topics. This includes topics such as education, families and households, beliefs in society, and crime and deviance.

Sociologists create theories to explain human behaviour and the workings of society. You will be able to assess and critique sociological theories such as Marxism, Feminism, Postmodernism and Social Action theories that focus on the past and present after studying this course, as well as being aware of important government legislation.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Education and research methods

Family and households

WHERE CAN SOCIOLOGY

TAKE YOU?

Beliefs Crime and deviance with theory and methods

Sociology leads into further study pathways in courses ranging from Sociology and Anthropology through to International Relations and Education. Sociology students often enter employment in a variety of professions, which include Teaching, Social Work, Marketing, Local Government and Criminal Justice roles.

LECTURES from industry professionals

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum average GCSE score of 4.5

• GCSEs with a minimum of Grade 4 in English Language.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 100% Examination

Lucy Hayes-Arter

Formerly of Upper Shirley High School

SUBJECTS

Environmental Science,

ELITE

sports programmes also available as a Q-XTRA opportunity

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English, Mathematics and Science

• In order to be assessed practically in PE, it is a requirement that students are actively competing in an OCR Specification approved sport on a regular basis.

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

• 70% Written Examination

• 15% Practical Performance

• 15% Coursework

Jasmin Larsen Formerly of The Gregg School SUBJECTS

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

A LEVEL

WHAT

YOU

WILL LEARN:

Physical Education gives you an in-depth insight into the many components underpinning sport, from the practical elements of physical activity to the science behind it.

After studying Physical Education at Barton Peveril you will be able to explain how to optimise physiological performance using theory, analyse the psyche of elite performers and understand the impact of 21st century society on sport.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Anatomy and Physiology

Training for Optimal Performance

Biomechanics

Skill Acquisition

Sport Psychology

Sport and Society Contemporary Issues in Sport

Practical Performance Assessment

Evaluation and Analysis of Performance

WHERE CAN PHYSICAL EDUCATION TAKE YOU?

Our students progress onto a wide variety of courses related to physical education and sport at the best universities in the United Kingdom. The mixture of practical and theoretical elements makes the options available after studying Physical Education wide and varied. Many students go on to work and study in Sports Science, Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, Strength and Conditioning, Sports Psychology, Sports Performance Analysis, Sports Development, Teaching, Coaching and Sports Journalism.

SPORT

LEVEL 3 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE

EQUIVALENT TO TAKING ONE SUBJECT OR LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA

EQUIVALENT TO TAKING TWO SUBJECTS OR LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA

EQUIVALENT TO TAKING THREE SUBJECTS

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Sport at Barton Peveril combines scientific and practical elements to equip learners with the vital employability skills required for university or a career in sport. In the first year students focus on the anatomy of a sports performer and learn to be a sports coach, which is then applied to the role of the PE Teacher involving work experience gained by completing a six week coaching experience in a primary school. In the second year students then learn to develop more specialist skills in relation to sport, for example how to treat sports injuries, how to mentally prepare athletes for competition and how to plan and deliver a sporting event and project.

INSIGHT INTO TOPICS:

Certificate

Body Systems

Sports Coaching

Sport Event Organisation

Diploma (units above plus)

Practical Skills in Sport

Performance Analysis

Sports Injuries

Sport Psychology

WHERE CAN SPORT TAKE YOU?

Extended Diploma (units above plus)

Fitness Instructing

Group Exercise to Music

Business in Sport

Biomechanics

Nutrition in Sport and Exercise

Students gain higher than average UCAS points when studying on the sport courses and this opens up opportunities to study a range of courses at some of the best universities in the UK and abroad.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSEs to include a minimum Grade 4 in English

• GCSE Combined Science at Grade 4 is advantageous (Extended Diploma).

HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED:

Extended Certificate:

• 42% Examination

• 58% Coursework

Diploma:

• 33% Examination

• 67% Coursework

Extended Diploma:

• 30% Examination

• 70% Coursework

Eireen

Formerly of Oasis Academy Mayfield

SUBJECTS

Fine Art, Politics, Sport (Extended Certificate)

Joao-Castano

ALUMNI

Barton Peveril students leave the College equipped to enter and excel in their chosen career path. Each year, students progress onto university, apprenticeships, and employment at institutions locally, nationally, and internationally.

MEGAN ROBINSON

Formerly of Mountbatten School

Studied: Biology, English Language, Psychology

Where are they now?

Megan is now studying Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics at the University of Oxford

Formerly of Mountbatten School

Studied: Mathematics, Physics, Engineering

Where are they now?

Aman is now studying Civil Engineering at University of Wolverhampton

Formerly of Brookfield Community School

Studied: Sociology, Business Level 3 BTEC

National Diploma

Where are they now?

Tilly is now completing an Apprenticeship with Charters Estate Agents

Formerly of Swanmore College

Studied: Mathematics, Physics, Psychology

Where are they now?

Sanne is now studying Psychology and Language Science at University College London

TILLY ORSMOND

SANNE HENSON

Formerly of Thornden School

Studied: Business, Drama and Theatre, English Language

Where are they now?

Nathan is now studying Business Management with placement year at the University of Southampton

ANNA VARGESON

Formerly of Wildern School

Studied: English Language and Literature, Dance, Sociology

Where are they now?

Jake is now completing Professional Dance and Musical Theatre at the University of Greenwich

MEGAN COLLETT

NATHAN ZAGAROLI

Formerly of St Annes Catholic School

Studied: Biology, Business, Psychology

Where are they now?

Anna is now studying Neuroscience at University of Exeter

JAKE HARVEY

Formerly of Redbridge Community School

Studied: Sport

Where are they now?

Megan has signed a contract with Southampton Football Club

BABIKIR OSMAN

Formerly of Mountbatten School

Studied: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics

Where are they now?

Babikir is now studying Natural Sciences at the University of Cambridge

Formerly of Upper Shirley High School

Studied: Business, Music, Music Technology

Where are they now?

Oren is now studying Sound and Music Production at the University of Gloucestershire

OREN MANORE

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