BISM GCSE Options Booklet

GCSE

The British International School of Marbella

OPTIONS BOOKLET

Contents Welcome

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IGCSE Grading

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IGCSE English Language

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IGCSE Mathematics

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ESO Spanish

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IGCSE Spanish

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IGCSE Biology

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IGCSE Chemistry

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IGCSE Physics

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IGCSE Art and Design

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IGCSE English Literature

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IGCSE History

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IGCSE Geography

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IGCSE Computer Science

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IGCSE Music

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IGCSE Drama

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IGCSE Economics

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IGCSE Physical Education

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IGCSE Sociology

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This booklet contains details of the knowledge and skills which are taught in each subject area.

It also provides you with details about assessment and the nature of the study required in each subject. You will also study some non-examination subjects such as PSHE and Careers Education.

Welcome

This booklet has been produced to provide you with information about the next two years of your education. This is a very important stage in your school life as you are now choosing the subjects which will enable you to follow the career of your choice. Since this is such a big decision you should ensure that you have all the information you need to make wise, informed choices. Study the information carefully and match it up with YOUR strengths, what YOU enjoy and what is required for a particular career area which you may be keen to pursue. Most subjects at A Level require prior study at GCSE level with the exception of Business Studies, Computer Science, Sociology, Media Studies, Performing Arts, Politics and Psychology.

a range of transferable skills and knowledge to enable you to keep learning, be flexible and to change job area with ease.

Some GCSE subjects use the A* - G grading and others use the 9 – 1 grading system. Each numerical grade has a direct equivalent in the A* - G grading.

Miss Nikki Kerlin Head of Secondary School

Achieving GCSEs at Grades A*C or 5+ is an important target and will give you a very good foundation to go forward in almost any direction. GCSE English and Mathematics are essential to almost all employers and are a must for most Further Education and Higher Education Courses.

Gaining a good set of GCSEs in a broad, balanced range of subjects will provide you with more choice in the way your career and life can proceed in the years ahead. Since there is no longer such a thing as a job for life, it is now even more important to be developing

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GCSE Grading The reformed GCSE qualifications will be awarded on a grade scale of 9 (the highest grade) to 1 (the lowest).

This new scale will be aligned to key grades on the current A* to G scale.

• broadly the same proportion of students will achieve a grade 4 and above as currently achieve a grade C and above • broadly the same proportion of students will achieve a grade 7 and above as currently achieve a grade A and above • broadly the same proportion of students will achieve a grade 1 and above as currently achieve a grade G and above.

All other grade boundaries (except Grade 9) will be set arithmetically, as they are with grades A*-G. For example, the boundaries at grades 5 and 6 will be set based on the difference in marks between grades 4 and 7; grade 5 will be set at one third of the difference in marks, and grade 6 at two thirds the difference in marks.

GCSE A*-G/1-9 Equivalent

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Core Subjects

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IGCSE English Language The International GCSE English Language qualification aims to extend students’ knowledge by broadening and deepening skills, for example, students develop the ability to: read and respond to materials from a variety of sources; make comparisons between texts and analyse the ways in which writers achieve their effects; construct and convey meaning in written language, matching style to audience and purpose.

Course Content Exam Paper 1: Non-fiction Texts and Transactional Writing (component 1) 2 hours 15 minutes 90 marks (45 reading, 45 writing) 60% of overall grade • Section A: Reading – a mixture of short- and long-answer questions related to a nonfiction text from Part 1 of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Anthology and one previously unseen extract.

• Section B: Transactional Writing – one task, from a choice of two involving a given audience, form or purpose.

Coursework: Poetry and Prose Texts and Imaginative Writing (component 3) 40% of the overall IGCSE grade • Assignment A: Poetry and prose texts – one 30-mark essay question based on any two poetry or prose texts from Part 2 of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Anthology, including a 6-mark commentary on why these texts were selected.

• Assignment B: Imaginative writing – one 30-mark imaginative writing task.

Entry Requirements All students will study GCSE English Language.

Ms Pottinger

Pre-Nursery Teacher

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IGCSE Mathematics All pupils study Mathematics at GCSE level. the qualification aims to build upon key skills taught in years 7-9 and deepen pupils understanding of Mathematical concepts.

Assessment objectives: Use and apply standard techniques Reason, interpret and communicate mathematically Solve problems within mathematics and in other contexts

Course Content Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3

Overview of content 1: Number 2: Algebra 3: Ratio, proportion and rates of change 4: Geometry and Measures 5: Probability 6: Statistics

Entry Requirements All students will study GCSE Mathematics.

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ESO Spanish ESO Spanish is mandatory for native Spanish speakers. Students are expected to study linguistic input in depth so as to get a deeper understanding of the inner workings of the Spanish language through morphosyntactic analysis; on the other hand, students are to work with a variety of non-fiction texts aiming at writing to argue, persuade, inform and entertain.

From a literary point of view, students will be exploring literature in Medieval, Modern-Age and Contemporary Spanish: from our early literary examples in the Middle Ages and our Golden Age (Renaissance and Baroque) in Year 10 (3º ESO) to the 19th- and 20th-century Spanish literature in Year 11 (4ºESO).

Course Content Year 10 (3º ESO) • Journalistic writing (i): online newspapers and social networks. Multilingual context in Spain. Morphology.

• Journalistic writing (ii): chronicle. A text and its features. Literary communication.

Medieval poetry.

• Journalistic writing (iii): interview. Syntax: phrases. Middle Ages: Literature, history and society. Medieval prose and narration.

• Journalistic writing (iv): article. Syntax: simple sentence analysis. Literary devices and literary themes. Poetry in Renaissance.

• Advertising. Narration techniques. Syntax/Clause structure (i): objects and complements. Baroque poetry.

• Prescriptive texts. Syntax/Clause structure (ii): adjuncts.

• Expository texts. Grammar: sentence typology. Narration in Siglo de Oro Español (Spanish Golden Age: 16th and 17th centuries).

• Writing to argue and persuade. Syntax: complex sentence analysis.

• Literary subgenre: comedy. Spanish Golden Age Drama.

Year 11 (4º ESO) • Text typology. Linguistic varieties of Spanish.

• 18th-century literature. Literature in 19th century: Romanticism.

• Text features. Revising syntax: simple sentence analysis.

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• 19th-century literature: Realism and Naturalism.

• Journalistic writing. Syntax: coordination in sentences.

• Modernism and ‘98 Generation.

• Writing to express an opinion. Subordinate clauses (i): Noun and adjective clauses.

• Spanish Novecentismo, avant-garde literature and ‘27 Generation.

• Advertising. Subordinate clauses (ii): adverb phrases.

• Post-1939 literature (i): narration.

• Humanistic and scientific texts. Other adverbial structures.

• Post-1939 literature (ii): poetry and drama.

ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW Formative and summative assessment.

Aspects to be considered for the students’ termly grades and their corresponding weight: • Combined reading comprehension and writing papers - 40% • End-of-unit tests - 30% • Compulsory reading - 15% • Classwork and participation - 10% • Workbook - 5%

Entry Requirements In order to be able to join the ESO Spanish course of study (Lengua Castellana y Literatura), students must be Spanish passport holders and/or prove to have a fully proficient knowledge of both spoken and written Spanish for academic purposes.

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IGCSE Spanish The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Spanish is designed primarily for students who are studying Spanish in order to enhance their future education or employment prospects. Achievement is broadly equivalent to Levels A2 and B1 of the CEFR. Students at this level are expected to understand the main points of familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. and can deal with most situations likely to arise while travelling in an area where the language is spoken. They can produce simple, connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest, and can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions, and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.

Students will be expected to communicate formally and informally in a range of contexts, and to understand a wide range of texts and styles.

The aim of the qualification is to test Spanish language competence through realistic and contextualised tasks based on authentic texts. Speaking, listening, reading and writing skills are tested through three examination papers.

Progression to A Level – The International GCSE in Spanish enables successful progression to Level 3 qualifications (such as the International A Level) and beyond.

Students can progress from this qualification to: • AS and A Levels in Spanish and other subjects • Vocational qualifications, such as BTEC Nationals.

Course Content The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9-1) in Spanish consists of three externally examined papers based on the following skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.

The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Spanish is a linear qualification. All units must be taken in the terminal series at the end of the course of study.

Students will be assessed on the topics and sub-topics below: Topic A. Home and abroad 1 Life in the town and rural life 2 Holidays, tourist information and directions 3 Services (e.g. bank, post office)* 4 Customs

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Topic B. Education and employment 1 School life and routine 2 School rules and pressures 3 School trips, events and exchanges 4 Work, careers and volunteering 5 Future plans Topic C. Personal life and relationships 1 House and home 2 Daily routines and helping at home 3 Role models* 4 Relationships with family and friends 5 Childhood* Topic D. The world around us 1 Environmental issues 2 Weather and climate* 3 Travel and transport 4 The media 5 Information and communication technology Topic E. Social activities, fitness and health 1 Special occasions 2 Hobbies, interests, sports and exercise 3 Shopping and money matters 4 Accidents, injuries, common ailments and health issues* 5 Food and drink *Sub-topics A3, C3, C5, D2 and E4 will not be assessed in Paper 3: Speaking Assessment overview

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Paper 1. Listening. 25% of the qualification Written examination: 30 minutes, plus 5 minutes’ reading time Availability: June 40 marks This paper consists of seven questions, which are a combination of multiple-choice, multiplematching, notetaking and gap-fill questions. All five topic areas are assessed. The listening audio files are available on our website.

Paper 2. Reading and Writing. 50% of the qualification Written examination: 1 hour 45 minutes Availability: June 80 marks (40 marks for reading and 40 marks for writing) Section A: Reading -Five questions, which are a combination of multiple-choice, notetaking, gap-fill and short-answer questions.

Section B: Writing -There are two open-response writing tasks and a task that requires writing verbs in their correct forms. Each task in this section is linked to a specific topic area.

Paper 3. Speaking. 25% of the qualification Internally conducted and externally assessed Spoken examination: 8–10 minutes Availability: as timetabled for the June examination series 40 marks The examination is made up of three tasks (A, B and C). Students will present and answer questions on a picture that is related to one of the topic areas. They will also discuss two different topics, chosen at random by Pearson. The assessments are conducted by teachers in one session within a prescribed assessment window. The recordings are then submitted to Pearson for external marking.

Sub-topics A3, C3, C5, D2 and E4 will not be assessed in this paper (see Topics section above for the list of sub-topics).

Entry Requirements All non-native spanish speakers will study Spanish as a Second Language.

All students will complete the International GCSE Spanish exams.

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Science

All pupils must select at least one Science subject Pupils can select two or even three Science subjects should they choose to do so

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IGCSE Biology The students will learn about unifying patterns and themes in Biology and use them in new and changing situations, children will also acquire knowledge and understanding of biological facts, terminology, concepts, principles and practical techniques.

They will learn how to apply the principles and concepts of biology, including those related to the applications of biology, to different contexts and be able to evaluate biological information, making judgements on the basis of this information The students will have to analyse, interpret and evaluate data and experimental methods, drawing conclusions that are consistent with evidence from experimental activities and suggesting possible improvements and further investigations. They will develop a logical approach to problem solving in a wider context and prepare them for more advanced courses in Biology.

Course Content The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Biology comprises of two externally-assessed papers: Biology Paper 1 - 61.1% The paper is assessed through a 2-hour written examination paper, the total number of marks is 110 and includes a mixture of different question styles, including multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, calculations and extended open-response questions Biology Paper 2 - 38.9% The paper is assessed through a 1-hour and 15-minute written examination paper, the total number of marks is 70 and includes a mixture of different question styles, including multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, calculations and extended open-response questions.

The course covers the following areas: 1 2 3 4 5

The nature and variety of living organisms Structures and functions in living organisms Reproduction and inheritance Ecology and the environment Use of biological resources

Entry Requirements All students may select IGCSE Biology but an interest and passion for the subject would be beneficial.

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IGCSE Chemistry The students will learn about unifying patterns and themes in Chemistry and use them in new and changing situations and acquire knowledge and understanding of chemical facts, terminology, concepts, principles and practical techniques.

They will learn how to apply the principles and concepts of Chemistry, including those related to the applications of chemistry, to different contexts.

The students will learn how to evaluate chemical information, making judgements on the basis of this information and appreciate the practical nature of chemistry, developing experimental and investigative skills based on correct and safe laboratory techniques.

They will continue to analyse, interpret and evaluate data and experimental methods, drawing conclusions that are consistent with evidence from experimental activities and suggesting possible improvements and further investigations. The students will recognise the importance of accurate experimental work and reporting scientific methods in Chemistry and how to select and apply appropriate areas of mathematics relevant to Chemistry as set out under each topic. The course will also prepare them for more advanced courses in Chemistry.

Course Content The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Chemistry comprises of two externally-assessed papers: Chemistry Paper 1 - 61.1% The paper is assessed through a 2-hour written examination paper, the total number of marks is 110 and includes a mixture of different question styles, including multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, calculations and extended open-response questions Chemistry Paper 2 - 38.9% The paper is assessed through a 1-hour and 15-minute written examination paper, the total number of marks is 70 and includes a mixture of different question styles, including multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, calculations and extended open-response questions.

The course covers the following areas: 1.Principles of chemistry 2.Inorganic chemistry 3.Physical chemistry 4.Organic chemistry

Entry Requirements All students may select IGCSE Chemistry but an interest in the subject and understanding of mathematical equations would be beneficial.

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IGCSE Physics The students will learn about unifying patterns and themes in physics and use them in new and changing situations. They will acquire knowledge and understanding of physical facts, terminology, concepts, principles and practical techniques as well as applying the principles and concepts of Physics.

They will evaluate physical information, making judgements on the basis of this information and appreciate the practical nature of Physics, developing experimental and investigative skills based on correct and safe laboratory techniques.They will also analyse, interpret and evaluate data and experimental methods, drawing conclusions that are consistent with evidence from experimental activities and suggesting possible improvements and further investigations.

The students will recognise the importance of accurate experimental work and reporting scientific methods in Physics and select, organise and present relevant information clearly and logically using appropriate vocabulary, definitions and conventions. They will develop a logical approach to problem solving in a wider context and select and apply appropriate areas of mathematics relevant to physics as set out under each topic. The course will also prepare them well for more advanced courses in Physics.

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The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Physics comprises of two externally-assessed papers: Physics Paper 1 - 61.1% The paper is assessed through a 2-hour written examination paper, the total number of marks is 110 and includes a mixture of different question styles, including multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, calculations and extended open-response questions Physics Paper 2 - 38.9% The paper is assessed through a 1-hour and 15-minute written examination paper, the total number of marks is 70 and includes a mixture of different question styles, including multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, calculations and extended open-response questions.

The course covers the following areas: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Forces and motion Electricity Waves Energy resources and energy transfers Solids, liquids and gases Magnetism and electromagnetism Radioactivity and particles Astrophysics

Entry Requirements

All students may select IGCSE Physics but an interest in the subject would be beneficial and a good understanding of mathematical equations is essential.

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IGCSE Art and Design Art and design is a very different subject to other subjects in the school. Art is a space where students have the freedom to express their ideas and thoughts and work creatively.

The way art is taught means that interaction with other students and with the teacher is different in classes. The art teacher is someone they can bounce ideas off rather than always telling them what to do.

Studying art and design provides the opportunity to acquire new skills. As well as knowledge of different art forms, media and techniques you can also gain specialist skills in areas such as photography and digital technologies.

Course Content Under the title of Art and Design, there are a number of options. You will be studying one or more from the list below: Art and Design - Fine Art Art and Design - Graphic Communication Art and Design - Textile Design Art and Design - Three Dimensional Design Art and Design - Photography Each endorsement offers a wealth of possibilities for you to produce practical and/or contextual work using a wide variety and combination of materials, processing and technologies. The work is pupil driven, meaning each course is designed in partnership with the student to incorporate their interests and aspirations.

The course itself is divided into two areas for assessment: Unit 1: Portfolio of work. This carries 50% of your final marks Unit 2: Externally Set Task. This carries 50% of your final marks.

Entry Requirements A passion and skills in art, design and photography.

Pre-Nursery Teacher

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IGCSE English Literature The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to: • engage with and develop the ability to read, understand and respond to a wide range of literary texts from around the world • develop an appreciation of the ways in which writers achieve their literary effects • to develop the skills needed for literary study • explore, through literature, the cultures of their own and other societies • find enjoyment in reading literature and understand its influence on individuals and societies.

Course Content Component 1 - Exam: Poetry and Modern Prose 60% of the total IGCSE grade Content summary • The poetry collection from Part 3 of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Anthology.

• One modern prose text from the list of set texts • Unseen poetry.

Assessment • Section A – Unseen Poetry: one 20-mark essay question exploring the meaning and effects created in an unseen poem. The poem will be reproduced in the question paper.

• Section B – Anthology Poetry: one 30-mark essay question from a choice of two, comparing two poems from Part 3 of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Anthology.

• Section C – Modern Prose: one 40-mark essay question from a choice of two on each of the set texts.

Paper 2: Modern Drama and Literary Heritage Texts 40% of the total IGCSE grade Content summary

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• One modern drama text from the list of set texts • One literary heritage text from the list of set texts Assessment • The assessment of this component is through two coursework assignments, internally set and assessed, and externally moderated by Pearson.

• Assignment A – Modern Drama: one essay response to a teacher-devised assignment on the studied text.

• Assignment B – Literary Heritage Texts: one essay response to a teacher-devised assignment on the studied text.

Entry Requirements An interest in English Literature and good grades in English core assessments.

Ms Pottinger

Pre-Nursery Teacher

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IGCSE History The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to: • develop and extend their knowledge and understanding of specified key events, periods and societies in history; and of the wide diversity of human experience • engage in historical enquiry to develop as independent learners and as critical and reflective thinkers • develop the ability to ask relevant questions about the past, to investigate issues critically and to make valid historical claims by using a range of sources in their historical context • develop an awareness that different people, events and developments have been accorded historical significance and how and why different interpretations have been constructed about them • organise and communicate their historical knowledge and understanding in different ways and reach substantiated conclusions.

Course Content Paper 1: Depth Studies Paper: Germany: development of dictatorship, 1918–45 and A world divided: superpower relations, 1943–72 1 hour 30 minutes 50% of the qualification Paper 2: Investigation and Breadth Studies: The origins and course of the First World War, 1905–18 and Changes in medicine, c1848–c1948 1 hour 30 minutes 50% of the qualification Written examination: 1 hour and 20 minutes 30%* of the qualification Students take one of the following options: 1.Russia and the Soviet Union, 1917–41 2.Weimar and Nazi Germany, 1918–39 3.Mao’s China, 1945–76 4.The USA, 1954–75: conflict at home and abroad.

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Entry Requirements An interest and aptitude for the subject should be displayed at Key Stage 3.

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IGCSE Geography This GCSE course will deepen understanding of geographical processes, illuminate the impact of change and of complex people-environment interactions, highlight the dynamic links and interrelationships between places and environments at different scales, and develop students’ competence in using a wide range of geographical investigative skills and approaches.

Geography enables young people to become globally and environmentally informed and thoughtful, enquiring citizens.

Course Content Component 1: The Physical Environment (*Paper 1 code: 1GA0/01) Written examination: 1 hour and 30 minutes 37.5% of the qualification Content overview • Topic1:The changing landscapes of the UK–including optional sub-topics from which students choose two from three, 1A: Coastal landscapes and processes, 1B: River landscapes and processes and 1C: Glaciated upland landscapes and processes.

• Topic2:Weather hazards and climate change • Topic3:Ecosystems,biodiversity and management Component 2: The Human Environment (*Paper 2 code: 1GA0/02) Written examination: 1 hour and 30 minutes 37.5% of the qualification Content overview • Topic4:Changing cities • Topic5:Global development • Topic6:Resource management–including optionalsub-topics from which students choose one from two, 6A: Energy resource management and 6B: Water resource management Component 3: Geographical Investigations: Fieldwork and UK Challenges (*Paper 3 code: 1GA0/03) Written examination: 1 hour and 30 minutes 25% of the qualification Content overview • Topic7: Geographical investigations−fieldwork

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• Topic8: Geographical investigations−UK challenges

Entry Requirements An interest and aptitude for the subject should be displayed at Key Stage 3.

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IGCSE Computer Science The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Computer Science is comprised of two externally-assessed papers, one of which is a practical assessment carried out on a computer system using a programming language of choice.

Paper 1: Principles of Computer Science (50% of the total International GCSE) Paper 2: Application of Computational Thinking (50% of the total International GCSE) The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to: • Understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of computer science, including abstraction, decomposition, logic, algorithms, and data representation • Analyse problems in computational terms through practical experience of solving such problems, including designing, writing and debugging programs • Think creatively,innovatively,analytically,logically and critically • Understand the components that makeup digital systems and how they communicate with one another and with other systems • Understand the impact of digital technology on the individual and on wider society • Apply mathematical skills relevant to computer science.

Course Content In order to become proficient computer scientists, it is essential that students have knowledge and understanding of the field’s fundamental principles and concepts: Topic 1: Problem solving Students are expected to develop a set of computational thinking skills that enable them to understand how computer systems work, and design, implement and analyse algorithms for solving problems.

Topic 2: Programming Learning to program is a core component of a computer science course. Students should be competent at designing, reading, writing and debugging programs. They must be able to apply their skills to solve real problems and produce robust programs. The programming language that will be used is Python.

Topic 3: Data Computers are able to store and manipulate large quantities of data. They use binary to represent different types of data. Students are expected to learn how different types of data

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are represented in a computer.

Topic 4: Computers Students must be familiar with the hardware and software components that make up a computer system and recognise that computers take many forms, from embedded microprocessors to distributed clouds.

Topic 5: Communication and the internet Computer networks and the internet are now ubiquitous. Many computer applications in use today would not be possible without networks. Students should understand the key principles behind the organisation of computer networks. They should be able to experiment by setting up a simple network. Our increasing reliance on computer networks makes us vulnerable to a range of attacks from cyber criminals. As IT system security defences become more robust, attack methods become more sophisticated. Students should have a good understanding of the current IT security threats and how to apply appropriate protection methods.

Topic 6: The bigger picture Students should be aware of the influence of computing technology and recognise that computing has an impact on nearly every aspect of the world in which they live.

Entry Requirements An interest in computer technology, basic proficiency in Maths and computing skills

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IGCSE Music Component 1: Understanding Music - 40% of GCSE Component 2: Performing Music - 30% of GCSE Component 3: Composing Music - 30% of GCSE

Course Content UNDERSTANDING MUSIC 4 areas of study, providing an appropriate focus for students to appraise, develop and demonstrate an in-depth knowledge and understanding of musical elements, musical context and musical language.

Western Classical Tradition (1650-1910) Popular Music Traditional Music Western Classical tradition since 1910 PERFORMING MUSIC Students must be able to perform live music using one or both of the following ways: instrumental/vocal production via technology One performance must be as a soloist and one piece must be as part of an ensemble lasting a combined minimum of four minutes. The performance as part of an ensemble must last for a minimum of one minute.

COMPOSING MUSIC Students must learn how to develop musical ideas, including extending and manipulation musical ideas, and compose music that is musically convincing through two compositions.

One must be in response to an externally set brief, and the other a free composition.

Entry Requirements • Someone who has enjoyed and done well in music in Year 7, 8 and 9, and wants to take a subject with a lot of practical work.

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• Someone who likes performing in front of others, and wants to practise and attend their instrumental/singing lessons.

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IGCSE Drama IGCSE Drama enhances students’ artistic and creative abilities and gives them a better understanding of themselves and their world.

Drama fosters self discipline, confidence and team work and develops skills in interpreting, researching, negotiating, problem solving and decision making.

Course Content Component 1: Devising 40% of the total IGCSE grade Content overview • • • •

Create and develop a devised piece from a stimulus (free choice for centre).

Performance of this devised piece or design realisation for this performance.

Analyse and evaluate the devising process and performance.

Performer or designer routes available.

Component 2: Performance from Text 20% of the total IGCSE grade Content overview • Students will either perform in and/or design for two key extracts from a performance text.

• Centre choice of performance text.

• Performer or designer routes available.

Component 3: Theatre Makers in Practice Written examination: 40% of the qualification Content overview • Practical exploration and study of one complete performance text.

• Choice of eight performance texts.

• Live theatre evaluation – free choice of production.

Entry Requirements Pupils should have an interest in theatre and performance and be prepared to perform in front of their peers and a live audience.

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IGCSE Economics The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Economics qualification enables students to: • develop an understanding of economic concepts and apply these concepts to real-life situations • calculate, interpret and evaluate economic data in order to make reasoned arguments and informed judgements • develop an awareness of economic change and its impact on developing and developed economies • understand economic issues, problems and possible solutions that affect mixed economies • participate effectively in society as citizens, producers and consumers.

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Paper 1: Microeconomics and Business Economics 50% 1hr 30mins The market system • The economic problem • Economic assumptions • Demand, supply and market equilibrium • Elasticity • The mixed economy • Externalities Business economics: • Production • Productivity and division of labour • Business costs, revenues and profit • Business competition • The labour market • Government intervention Paper 2: Macroeconomics and the Global Economy 50% 1hr 30mins Government and the economy: • Macroeconomic objectives • Government policies • Relationships between objectives and policies The global economy: • Globalisation • International trade • Exchange rates

Entry Requirements An interest and aptitude for the subject should be displayed at Key Stage 3.

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IGCSE Physical Education This GCSE in Physical Education will equip students with the knowledge, understanding, skills and values they need to be able to develop and maintain their performance in physical activities. Students will also gain an understanding of how physical activities benefit health, fitness and well-being.

Course Content Component 1: Fitness and Body Systems • Topic 1: Applied anatomy and physiology • Topic 2: Movement analysis • Topic 3: Physical training • Topic 4: Use of data Component 2: Health and Performance • Topic 1: Health, fitness and well-being • Topic 2: Sport psychology • Topic 3: Socio-cultural influences • Topic 4: Use of data Component 3: Practical Performance Non-examined assessment: internally marked and externally moderated 30% of the qualification • Skills during individual and team activities • General performance skills Component 4: Personal Exercise Programme (PEP) Non-examined assessment: internally marked and externally moderated 10% of the qualification • Aim and planning analysis • Carrying out and monitoring the PEP • Evaluation of the PEP

Entry Requirements A good level of fitness and an interest in PE theory.

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IGCSE Sociology GCSE Sociology helps students to gain knowledge and understanding of key social structures, processes and issues through the study of families, education, crime and deviance and social stratification. Students will develop their analytical, assimilation and communication skills by comparing and contrasting perspectives on a variety of social issues, constructing reasoned arguments, making substantiated judgements and drawing reasoned conclusions. By studying sociology, students will develop transferable skills including how to: • investigate facts and make deductions • develop opinions and new ideas on social issues • analyse and better understand the social world.

Course Content Paper 1: The sociology of families and education What is assessed • The sociology of families • The sociology of education • Relevant areas of social theory and methodology.

How it’s assessed • Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes • 100 marks • 50% of GCSE Paper 2: The sociology of crime and deviance and social stratifcation What is assessed • The sociology of crime and deviance • The sociology of social stratification • Relevant areas of social theory and methodology How it’s assessed • Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes • 100 marks • 50% of GCSE

Entry Requirements An interest and aptitude for the subject should be displayed at Key Stage 3.

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