● Have a strong interest in this subject from a career perspective and want to learn how businesses are organised and how they operate.
● Enjoy investigative and project work
● Want to keep their options open - Business can be a useful choice for a wide range of careers and can be combined with many other subjects.
This course is assessed through 2 exam units and 2 coursework units. It is the equivalent of one A Level. The assessment procedures are both internally and externally moderated. The units are:
● Exploring Business
● Developing a marketing campaign
● Recruitment & Selection
● Personal & Business Finance
● You can start a career in business armed with an excellent knowledge of how businesses operate. In particular you will have a head start in careers within Marketing Finance and Human Resources.
● You can continue your studies and continue on at University.
Art
Is this course for me?
● GCSE Art at Grade 6 +
● Passionate about studying Art and learning about the work of other artists
● Excited by exploring ideas through drawing, painting and making
What will we study?
A Level Art and Design is not a content based course and it very closely mirrors GCSE Art. Students will produce a coursework project that is worth 60% of the final grade and an externally set task that is worth the remaining 40%. The direction of the students coursework is decided by themselves in conjunction with their teacher. The teacher will aim to support the student in developing their own ideas whilst aiding them in selecting the best approach and refining the skills required to cofidentley express these ideas and ultimately achieve the best grade possible. In the early phase of the course the teacher will deliver a series of workshops allowing students to both deepen existing understanding whilst exposing them to techniques and media not yet explored.
A Level projects are extensive and require creativity and enthusiasm. The teacher will of course provide constant support and guidance but will also expect the students to be excited by the possibilities being presented to them and to be prepared to move work forward with energy and maturity. At St John’s, students love A Level Art. The students progress greatly across the two years and the ongoing success at examination level is a reflection of their efforts, skills and enthusiasm.
Where can this take me?
● A career in the field of Art and Design such as Illustration, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Textile Designer, Concept Art and Game Design, Ceramicist or a Professional Artist.
● Many Art students move into slightly different careers following university working in Film or Music Industries as the skills acquired are transferable, however, creative thinkers blossom in all fields!
● Grade 6 in another written subject such as History, Geography or RE would be advantageous
● An interest in the law and willingness to engage with the course content and dive into a new subject!
What will we study?
● The course will be assessed by way of three two hour exams at the end of year 13. Each exam will be worth an equal 33%, contributing to the final grade that you are awarded.
● Paper 1 - Criminal Law
● Paper 2 - Tort Law
● Paper 3 - Contract Law
● The English Legal System and the Nature of Law will be assessed throughout the course. For instance the course considers: the purpose of sentencing, morality, judicial precedent, fault and the court structure.
The exam will ask you a mixture of substantive (75%) and non-substantive (25%) questions. Longer questions in the exam ask you to discuss a series of events, in these scenario questions you are expected to identify areas of the law and apply these to the facts you are given.
Where can this take me?
● This course is a great one to challenge the mind and broaden horizons with a totally new subject as well as developing extended writing skills.
● Provides a greater awareness of the world around us, for instance through the study of contract law.
● A solid introduction to the law for those interested in a career in the legal field or who wish to pursue law at university
● Speak to Mrs Lawson/email to discuss further - dshuttleworth@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk
● Speak to Mr Athey/email - dathey@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk
● Specification can be found on the AQA Website - https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/law/a-level/law7162/specification-at-a-glance
KS5 - A-Level PE
Is this course for me?
● Grade 6 at GCSE
● Grade 5 in GCSE Science
● Participate at a strong level in sport outside of school
● Interest in contemporary issues in sport
The A-level PE is delivered over 2 years and covers a range of activities.There are two papers sat at the end of Year 11. This makes up 70% of the course. The other 30% is practical assessment in one sport and a written piece of coursework
● 1. Applied anatomy and physiology
● 2. Skill acquisition
● 3. Sport and society
● 4. Exercise physiology
● 5. Biomechanical movement
● 6. Sport psychology
● 7. Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport
This sport can prepare students for careers in sport including - Physiotherapy, nutrition, sport psychology, coaching, PE teaching and many more.
This prepares students for a degree in sport and also prepares people for degrees in Social
KS5 - English Literature
Is this course for me?
● GCSE Language and Literature at Grade 6 +
● Passionate about reading and the study of a wide variety of literature texts.
● Dedicated to the exploration of writers’ intentions and contexts.
What will we study?
● In Year 12 you will explore the Paper ‘Love through the Ages.’ For this paper you will explore: ‘Othello,’ ‘The Great Gatsby’ and an anthology of poetry.This will be 40% your A Level.
● In Year 13 you will explore the Paper ‘WW1 and its Aftermath.’ In this paper you will explore: ‘Birdsong,’ ‘The Wipers Times’ and a collection of poetry. This is also 40% of your A Level.
● Additionally, you will complete a piece of coursework in which you compare a theme across two literature texts.Possible themes are :
○ the struggle for identity
○ crime and punishment
○ minds under stress
○ war and conflict
○ representations of race and ethnicity
○ representations of sexuality
○ representations of women/men
○ representations of social class and culture.
● For your NEA, you can choose any theme you would like to explore across two texts. There have been a range of texts studied historically, including: Lolita, The Yellow Wallpaper, Mrs Dalloway,Dr Faustus,War and Peace and The Woman in White. This component is worth 20% of your A Level
● A Level English literature can lead to a range of careers: Journalist.
● English teacher,,Freelance writer,Editorial assistant,.Interpreter,Social Media Manager,Copy Editor and Paralegal
● It can lead to a degree in Law, Media, English, History, Journalism
Mrs Stephenson: rstephenson@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk
Miss Robinson: srobinson@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk
KS5 - English Language and Literature
Is this course for me?
● GCSE Language and Literature at Grade 6 +
● Passionate about reading and the study of a wide variety of language and literature texts.
● Dedicated to the exploration of writers’ intentions and contexts.
● An interest in the media, spoken language and creative writing.
What will we study?
● The Language and Literature course is assessed via two exam papers at the end of Year 13, both worth 40% of your final grade.
● There is also a Non-Examination Assessment (coursework piece ) which is worth 20% of your final grade. This piece is a comparison of two texts of your choice, one literary text and one non literary text. Popular themes for this unit of study include the portrayal of varying attitudes towards race, gender, social inequality, mental health and the portrayal of serial killers within your chosen texts.
● Paper One (3 hours):
○ An anthology centered around attitudes to Paris. The anthology contains a variety of texts including diary entries, letters, blogs and transcripts.
○ ‘The Handmaid's Tale’ by Margaret Atwood
○ The ‘Meantime’ Poetry Anthology by Carol Ann Duffy
● Paper Two (2 hours and 30 minutes)
○ ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ by Tennessee Williams
○ ‘The Great Gatsby’ by F.Scott Fitzgerald
● A Level Language and Literature can lead to a wide and varied range of careers including; journalism, law, media, teaching, linguistics, foreign translation and teaching abroad, writing, editing and copywriting.
● The skills you will acquire throughout this A Level course are well suited to a multitude of degrees and are essential life skills, which will help you to excel in any career.
Miss Hayes: lhayes@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk
KS5 -BTEC Nationals in Health and Social Care
Is this course for me?
● If you have the passion to build life long skills and knowledge in health and social care
● Are enthusiastic about researching current issues in healthcare
● If you want to develop hands on skills in the health and social care sector
What will we study?
In this course you will study various topics and units which are assessed both internally (coursework) and externally (exams). The units you will cover are:
Unit 1 - Human Lifespan Development (exam) -covers physical, intellectual, emotional and social development across the human lifespan, and the factors affecting development and the effects of ageing.
Unit 2 - Working in the care sector (exam) - covers the principles and practicalities that underpin meeting individuals’ care and support needs, which are the foundation of all the care disciplines.
Unit 5 - Meeting individual care and support needs- cover the principles and practicalities that underpin meeting individuals’ care and support needs, which are the foundation of all the care disciplines.
Unit 12 - Supporting individuals with additional needs (coursework) covers key theoretical perspectives that have been put forward on psychological and physical development and how they are applied in different health and social care settings.
Unit 8 - Promoting Public Health (coursework) - covers the aims of public health policy and the current approaches to promoting and protecting health and encouraging behaviour change in the population.
If you choose the double option you will also complete 60 hours work experience in a care setting
● This course is an excellent for anyone wanting to study Health and Social Care at degree level (or subjects in this field) as well as going into apprenticeships
● Can help prepare students for a career in nursing, midwifery, teaching, health promotion, care assistants, mental health work and more
Mrs Quicke - Head of Health and Social Care- lquicke@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk
● A grade 7 or above in Mathematics is preferred at GCSE
● You should enjoy maths and the challenges the subject brings
● You should enjoy problem solving
What
The course is examined over 3 sections, Core topics (66%), Statistics (17%) and Mechanics (17%). You will look at a variety of problem solving techniques and strategies for solving complex equations. The topics include:
Core topics
● Algebra and Functions
● Coordinate Geometry
● Calculus
● Trigonometry
● Sequences
● Numerical Methods
Statistics (data handling, probability and sampling)
Mechanics (forces, constant and variable acceleration)
● Many University courses have a significant Mathematical content
● Mathematics is one of the most versatile subjects involving reasoning and problem solving skills that employers look for
KS5 - Further Mathematics
Is this course for me?
● A grade 8 or above in Mathematics is preferred at GCSE
● You should have enjoy studying Mathematics
● You should have resilience and a desire to solve complex problems
● You should have strong algebra skills What will we study?
In addition to A Level Mathematics you will study additional topics in 3 main sections: Further Core (66%), Further Statistics (17%) and Decision Maths (17%). These will be assessed at the end of Year 13. These will develop and build upon the skills in A Level Mathematics. Core topics:
● Matrices
● Complex Numbers
● Complex Proof
● Complex Algebra
● Differential Equations
● Hyperbolic Functions
Further Statistics topics: Further Probability Distributions, Hypothesis testing
Decision topics: Algorithms, Linear Programming and Critical Path Analysis
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The decision module is useful for careers within the Computer
The enhanced problem solving and resilience makes it very appealing to
KS5 - Spanish
Is this course for me?
● Grade 6 at GCSE
● If you like to travel, meet new people and participate in exciting international projects
● If you aim to go to a top Russell Group University
A-level Spanish is delivered over 2 years and covers a range of skills. These include: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. Each component is of equal percentage and all four papers will be sat at the end of Year 13.
● Aspects of Hispanic society
● Artistic culture in the Hispanic world
● Multiculturalism in Hispanic society
● Aspects of political life in Hispanic society
● Grammar
● Individual Research Project - Students choose an aspect of Hispanic culture to prepare a project to be assessed as an oral exam
● Analytical study of a Spanish novel (Como Agua Para Chocolate) and film (Laberinto del Fauno)
● This course is an excellent preparation for anyone wanting to study languages further at degree level, and is very beneficial for entry into Russell Group Universities
● Languages can help develop communicative skills as well as open doors to a wide variety of careers.
Mr Robertson - Curriculum Research and Development Lead- probertson@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk Curriculum Specification - https://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/spanish/specifications/AQA-7692-SP-2016.PDF
● Grade 5 at GCSE
● Grade 5 in GCSE Science
● Have an interest in either physical activity, sport or health.
The BTEC Sport Extended Certificate is delivered over 2 years and is equivalent to one A-level. There are two exam units and two coursework units.
● 1. Anatomy and Physiology
● 2. Fitness Training and Programming for Health Sport and Well being
● 3. Professional Development in the Sport Industry
● 5. Application of Fitness Testing
● This will prepare you for degree courses in the sport and leisure sector.
● Careers chosen from this pathway often include but are not limited to teaching, coaching, nutritionist, sports therapist, physiotherapist.
Palmer - dpalmer@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk
● Grade 5 at GCSE
● Grade 5 in GCSE Science
● Have an interest in either physical activity, sport or health.
The BTEC Diploma in Sport is delivered over 2 years and is equivalent to two A-levels. There are three exam units and six coursework units.
● 1. Anatomy and Physiology
● 2. Fitness Training and Programming for Health Sport and Well being
● 3. Professional Development in the Sport Industry
● 4. Sports Leadership
● 5. Application of Fitness Testing
● 6. Sports Psychology
● 17. Sports Injury Management
● 22. Investigating Business in Sport and the Active Leisure Industry
● 23. Skill Acquisition in Sport
● This will prepare you for degree courses in the sport and leisure sector.
● Careers chosen from this pathway often include but are not limited to teaching, coaching, nutritionist, sports therapist, physiotherapist. Mr Palmer - dpalmer@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk BTEC Specification - https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/BTECNationals/Sport/20161/specification-and-sample-assessments/btec-l3-national-dip-in-sport-spec.pdf
● Did you study GCSE Computer Science and want to study it further in greater depth?
● Do you want to have experience of planning, developing and testing a programme for a client?
● Did you achieve a grade 6 in both GCSE Maths and GCSE Computer Science?
In component 1 students will study the characteristics of contemporary processors, input, output and storage devices, software and software development, exchanging data, data types, data structures and algorithms. Students will also cover the legal, moral, cultural and ethical issues surrounding computing. Component 1 is worth 40% of the overall grade.
In component 2 students will study the elements of computational thinking, problem solving and programming. Students will also learn to write and read algorithms to solve problems. Component 2 is worth 40% of the overall grade.
Students will also carry out a programming project which is worth 20% of their final grade. Students must analysis the problem, design the solution, develop the solution and evaluate their final version to meet the client needs.
KS5 - Cambridge Technicals in ICT
Is this course for me?
● Do you enjoy learning about computers and using software to create products?
● Have you got 5 grade 4s at GCSE?
● Are you able to work independently and meet deadlines?
● Do you want a vocational alternative to Computer Science A-level or an additional ICT qualification to study alongside Computer Science?
What will we study?
There are 5 units you will study. Two of these are external exams and 3 units are project style coursework.
Unit 1 - Fundamentals of ICT (exam) - in this unit you will look at topics including hardware, software, network communications, business IT systems and employability skills.
Unit 2 - Global Information (exam) - This externally assessed unit covers styles, classification and management of global information, legal and regulatory framework and principles of information security.
Unit 5 - Virtual and Augmented Reality (coursework) - You will explore the uses of virtual and augmented reality, creating your own product.
Unit 9 - Project Development (coursework) - This unit will involve following the systems life cycle to design, create and test a website.
Unit 13 - Social Media and Digital Marketing (coursework)
● This course is designed with the workplace and progression to higher education in mind and provides a high-quality alternative to A Levels at level 3.
● This course can help you progress to the next stage of your life, whether that’s higher education, an apprenticeship or employment.
● GCSE English at Grade 6 or above
● You need to have an interest in the society in which we live
● You need to have an interest in learning about people and groups
The course is assessed through 3 examinations, all at the end of Year 13.
You are assessed by 3 examinations at the end of Year 13
Exam paper 1 - Education with Theory & Methods
Education - the role and functions of the education system, including its relationship to the economy and to class structure, differential educational achievement of social groups by social class, gender and ethnicity
Theory & Methods - the relationship between positivism and interpretivism in relation to sociological research methods, such as, interviews and questionnaires, alongside action versus structural theories
Exam paper 2 - Topics in Sociology
Families & Households - the relationship of the family to the social structure and social change, with particular reference to the economy and to state policies, changing patterns of marriage, cohabitation, separation and divorce
Beliefs in society - ideology and science, the influence of cults, sects, NAM’s, NRM’s, the secularisation debate, the impact of globalisation on beliefs in society, social change and theories
Exam paper 3 - Crime and Deviance with Theory & Methods
Crime and deviance - social control and social order, gender, ethnicity, crime prevention and punishment, the media, state crimes, victims and the role of agencies
KS5 - Applied Certificate / Diploma in Criminology
Is this course for me?
● GCSE English at grade 4 or above
● You need to have an interest in criminal and deviant behaviour (real life criminal cases)
● You need to be organised and able to formulate concise and articulate notes
What will we study?
You will be assessed in Year 12 - 1 controlled assessment and 1 exam. (50% of Diploma / 100% of Certificate)
You will also be assessed in Year 13 - 1 controlled assessment and 1 exam. (50% of Diploma)
Unit 1 - Changing awareness of crime - 25% - controlled assessment. Within this unit you will study - types of crime, media representations, campaigns for change, unreported crime and statistics.
Unit 2 - Criminological theories - 25% - exam. Within this unit you will study - psychological and sociological theories of crime, the social construction of crime and policies.
Unit 3 - Crime scene to courtroom - 25% -controlled assessment. Within this unit you will study - personnel and investigative techniques used in cases, evidence, the trial process, the role of the CPS and the validity of sources.
Unit 4 - Crime and punishment - 25% - exam. Within this unit you will study - processes for law making, organisation of the justice system, models of criminal justice, social control, punishment and the agencies of social control.
● Careers within criminal justice, probation, the prison service, journalism, civil service, teaching, marketing, personnel, social services, the police force, young offenders, counselling, mental health services, working with people who suffer with addictions
● You may be interested in a range of Media forms such as magazines, newspapers, film and television
● You may be considering a career in the media industry such as journalism
● You enjoy creating your own media texts using ICT resources and photography.
Unit 1- Media Products, Industries and Audiences
You will study a variety of set texts, exploring the key media strands of GENRE, NARRATIVE, REPRESENTATION, INDUSTRY and AUDIENCE. Set texts include: Black Panther, Beyonce, Assassin’s Creed and more.
Unit 2- Media Forms and Products in Depth
In Unit 2 you will explore texts in depth, focusing on TV Crime Drama, Online Media and Magazines. This unit expands upon the media language acquired in Unit 1.
Unit 3- NEA
We will receive an NEA brief in March of Y12. You will be expected to plan, research, create and analyse a media product from a list of briefs from the exam board. Past examples have included: Film marketing, music videos, web design etc
● Students who have studied Media have gone one to study the subject at University and beyond. Careers in the media are varied and include: Journalism, Public Relations, Social Media Management, Digital Marketing etc
KS5 - History
Is this course for me?
If you are passionate about understanding both the stories of the past and how they have shaped the present then this is the course for you
We ask for a grade 6 in GCSE History, a fantastic work ethic and an inquisitive view of the past. If you did not study GCSE History then we would look for a grade 6 in GCSE English Language
What
study?
A level History is taught over years 12 and 13 and is examined at the end of Y13. You will sit three papers and complete a coursework element. You will study:
Paper 1 - British periopd study and enquiry
•Enquiry Topic: Churchill 1930-1951
•Period study: Britain 1951-1997
Paper 2 - Non-British period study
Democracy and dictatorships in Germany: 1919 – 1963
Paper 3 - Thematic study and historical interpretations
Rebellion and disorder under the Tudors 1485-1603
Students will also complete a 3000-4000 word essay on Nazi Germany
Studying history can lead on to some exciting career options, including: • Journalism • Law • Business • Politics • Archaeology • Marketing • Teaching. History is highly respected and isknown as a facilitating subject, meaning that it opens the door to countless possibilities and is viewed very favourably by Universities as a complimentary subject for any degree choice.
Are you interested in exploring and understanding Planet Earth and its processes? Do you want to learn about great differences in cultures and natural environments across the world, and explore the links between them? Are you likely to achieve a grade 6 at GCSE? If so, geography is one of the most relevant courses you could choose to study. With the growing importance of issues such as climate change, migration and environmental damage and in turn many new and emerging careers in this field, geography will be a great option for you.
What will we study?
At St John’s we study the AQA Geography course, which comprises:
Paper 1: Physical Geography
Water and Carbon Cycles
Glacial Systems and Landscapes
Hazards
Paper 2: Human Geography
Global Systems and Global Global Governance
Changing Places
Population and the Environment
Fieldwork:
Students complete 4 days of fieldwork and learn a range of practical physical and human investigative techniques.
Where
A-Level geography is a facilitating subject meaning it is more commonly required to access a range of degree courses at top universities. Geographers are highly employable due to the diverse nature of the skills covered in the course. Visit the following website to learn more about careers linked to geography: https://icould.com/stories/careers-in-geography/
● A grade 6 in GCSE Drama, or performance experience and a grade 6 in English Language GCSE
● A keen interest in performing, directing or designing (costume, set, lighting or sound)
● An interest in studying, performing and watching different genres and styles of theatre
The A Level course is divided into three components. For practical units, students may specialise in performing, directing, lighting, sound, costume or set
What will we study?
Component 1: Drama and Theatre
The study of two set plays, explored via both practical work and written responses focused on performing, directing and designing live theatre. Students will also explore a range of live theatre performances which they will then analyse and evaluate. This component is assessed via a written exam and is worth 40%.
Component 2: Creating Original Drama (Practical)
Students create their own performance, influenced by the work and methodologies of a theatre practitioner. They then produce a working notebook to go alongside the practical performance, detailing their devising process via analysis and evaluation. This component is moderated by AQA and is worth 30% of the A Level.
Component 3: Making Theatre (Practical)
Practical exploration and interpretation of three extracts from three different plays. One extract is performed as a final performance assessed by a visiting examiner. A reflective report analysing and evaluating theatrical interpretation of all three extracts is also submitted. This component is worth 30% of the A Level.
● A Level Drama and Theatre can open up further study and degrees in Drama, Film, Theatre Design and Management, Musical Theatre and other performance based courses, as well as being an excellent foundation for degrees and careers in English, Media, Journalism, Law, and Education.
● The skills embedded within Drama suit any career involving communication, public speaking, team work or creativity, making it a very desirable and useful A Level.
Mrs Rose- Head of Drama- nrose@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk
● Grade 6 in GCSE Music or Grade 5 Music Theory. You must also be on track to pass Grade 6 performance in your principal instrument by the end of Year 12 and have a grade 6 in GCSE English
● A passion for performing and composing music in a variety of styles
● An interest in listening to, studying and analysing a wide variety of musical genres and styles
The A Level course is divided into three components. For practical units, students may specialise in performing, directing, lighting, sound, costume or set
What will we study?
Component 1: Performing (Option A 35% / Option B 25%)
Students perform a programme of solo, or mixed solo and ensemble, repertoire to an external examiner. At least one performance must relate to the compulsory area of study for the written exam. Students will work closely with their class teacher and peripatetic teacher to choose appropriate and highly personalised repertoire. The standard level of difficulty is Grade 6, although Grade 5 pieces may be considered, so students must be able to reach this standard by the start of Year 13.
Component 2: Composing (Option A 25% / Option B 35%)
Students compose 2 (option A) or 3 (option B) pieces of music, one of which must respond to a brief set by the exam board, reflecting the musical techniques and conventions associated with the Western Classical Tradition. The other is a free composition. This is externally assessed by the exam board.
Students explore 3 areas of study, including one compulsory (the Western Classical Tradition) and two optional from Rock and Pop, Musical Theatre or Jazz, and Twentieth Century or Twenty-first Century music. Questions include set work analysis using a score, extended responses on wider context, unfamiliar listening (with or without a score) and comparison questions.
● A Level Music is an essential qualification for those wishing to study Music at university or conservatoire. Many universities offer the opportunity to specialise in an area of interest, for example, performance, composition, music technology, etc. or to study a broad range of skills, genres and styles
● Having an A Level in Music demonstrates a vast array of qualities and skills that are sought after by employers, including confidence, commitment, written and non-verbal communication, creativity and analytical skills to name but a few. Careers directly linked to Music include professional musician, session musician, composer (stage/screen/concert hall), music therapist, arts administrator, A&R manager, sound designer, sound technician, peripatetic teacher and producer
Miss Bell - Head of Performing Arts - rbell@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk Eduqas Specification - https://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/music-as-a-
● A grade high average profile at GCSE including grade 7s in GCSE Science and Maths
● A willingness to think around problems
● Have an interest in all Science Subjects
● Enjoy the challenge of using scientific knowledge in new situations
Development of Practical Skills in Biology
- Assesses as a practical endorsement and in the examination papers.
Foundations in Biology
- Cell Structure, Biological Molecules, Nucleotides and Nucleic Acids, Enzymes, Biological Membranes and Cell Division. Exchange and Transport
- Exchange surfaces and transport in animals and plants
Biodiversity, Evolution and Disease
- Communicable diseases and the immune system, Biodiversity and Classification and Evolution.
Communications, Homeostasis and Energy
- Excretion, neuronal and hormonal communication, plant and animal responses, Photosynthesis and Respiration. Genetics, Evolution and Ecosystems
-Cellular control, patterns of inheritance, Manipulating genomes, Cloning and Biotechnology, Ecosystems and Population sustainability.
● Students with A level Biology have an extremely valuable qualification that can form the basis for any scientific discipline.
● Biology combines well with Chemistry, Physics and Maths as an excellent basis for a degree in any Biomedical Science related course,
● It is also a good subject for Medicine and Nursing, Sports Studies, Marine Biology, Psychology and Physiotherapy. Dr Mulligan- Head of Science- emulligan@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk OCR Specificationhttps://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-and-a-level/biology-a-h020-h420-from2015/specification-at-a-glance/
KS5 - A Level Chemistry
Is this course for me?
● A grade high average profile at GCSE including grade 7s in GCSE Science and Maths
● A willingness to think around problems
● Have an interest in all Science Subjects
● Enjoy the challenge of using scientific knowledge in new situations
Development of Practical Skills in Chemistry
- Assesses as a practical endorsement and in the examination papers. Foundations in Chemistry
- Atoms, Compounds and Molecules, Moles and Equations, Electrons, Bonds and Shapes, Acid-base and Redox reactions.
Periodic Table and Energy
- Periodicity, Group 2 and the Halogens, Qualitative Chemistry, Enthalpy Change, Reaction rates and Equilibrium.
Physical Chemistry and Transition Elements
- pH and buffers, Enthalpy, Entropy and free energy, Transition elements, Redox and electrode potentials.
Core Organic Chemistry
- Basic concepts, Hydrocarbons, Alcohols and haloalkanes, Organic Synthesis, Analytical Techniques (IR and MS). Chemistry and Analysis
- Aromatic Compounds, Carbonyls, Carboxylic Acids and Esters, Nitrogen Compounds, Organic Synthesis, Chromatography and Spectroscopy, and Polymers.
● Students with A level Chemistry have an extremely valuable qualification that can form the basis for any scientific discipline.
● Chemistry combines well with other Scientific disciplines and Maths as an excellent basis for a degree in Medicine, Pharmacy or Pharmacology.
● The numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills you develop in Chemistry are recognised as very useful for degrees in Accountancy and Computing
Mr Lord- Head of Chemistry- slord@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk
- Charge and Current, Energy, Power and Resistance, Electrical Circuits, Waves, Quantum Physics.
Particles and Medical Physics
- Capacitors, Electric fields, Electromagnets, Nuclear and Particle Physics, Medical Imaging.
● Students with A level Physics have an extremely valuable qualification that can form the basis for any scientific discipline.
● Physics combines well with Maths as an excellent basis for a degree in any Physical Science or Engineering discipline: Electrical, Mechanical, Civic, Chemical. It is also a good subject for Medicine and Architecture.
● The numerical and analytical skills developed on the Physics course are highly valuable for careers in Accounting and Computing.
KS5 - French
Is this course for me?
● Grade 6 in GCSE French
● If you like to travel, meet new people and participate in exciting international projects
● If you aim to go to a top Russell Group University
What will we study?
A-level French is delivered over 2 years and covers a range of skills. These include:
Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. Each component is of equal percentage and all four papers will be sat at the end of Year 13.
● Aspects of Francophone society
● Artistic culture in the Francophone world
● Multiculturalism in Francophone society
● Aspects of political life in Francophone society
● Grammar
● Individual Research Project - Students choose an aspect of Francophone culture to prepare a project to be assessed as an oral exam
● Analytical study of a Francophone novel (Noe et moi) and film (La Haine)
● This course is an excellent preparation for anyone wanting to study languages further at degree level, and is very beneficial for entry into Russell Group Universities
● Languages can help develop communicative skills as well as open doors to a wide variety of careers. Mr Robertson - Curriculum Research and Development Lead- probertson@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk Curriculum Specification - https://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/french/specifications/AQA-7692-SP-2016.PDF
