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Science and Mathematics
You’ll have heard a lot about STEM subjects, including that they are the gateway to well-paid jobs in related professions and industry. If you have a flair for problemsolving, a hunger for facts and an eye for detail, then you may wish to consider this study route.
STEM specialists (science, technology, engineering and maths) are in huge demand in the UK, and STEM qualifications are sought after in the high skill, high wage economy. If you are interested in this area of study, you can look forward to a rewarding career in the future. If you haven’t decided what degree you want to do, then taking qualifications in Maths and Science will keep lots of options open. If you have plans to study a STEM subject at university, then Maths A Level may be helpful. Maths is also an essential foundation for exciting careers in new technology, such as game design or app development, with these future opportunities ever increasing. Scientific subjects are crucial for students who want to become doctors, dentists, or vets, as well as for a broad range of professional scientific roles in industry and government. The Henley College’s Science teachers are keen to develop your exploratory skills. By the time you arrive at university, you will have good research skills as well as an ability to plan, carry out and report on the findings of your own experiments.
Camelia
Student Profile
Camelia studied A Levels in Maths, Further Maths, Accounting and Psychology. “The freedom of College life was what attracted me to Henley. On my first day I was nervous as I didn’t know anyone, but after we were given a tour of the College everyone just started to talk to each other and that’s where I got to know my closest friends. The College helped me make the big decision about which career to pursue and what the right path was to achieve it. My greatest achievement at College has been discovering myself and what I want to become.”
Camelia joined us from The Highcrest Academy and is going on to an apprenticeship as a Charted Accountant.
Did you know...
● In 2019, 2020 and 2021, Mathematics celebrated a 100% pass rate. ● Applied Science can be a route into Medicine.
In 2020, one of our students progressed to a Foundation Medical Course after qualifying. ● Science, research, engineering and technology jobs are expected to grow at double the rate of other occupations creating 142,000 jobs between now and 2023.
Qualifications offered
● Applied Human Biology > Extended Certificate Level 3 ● Applied Science > Extended Certificate Level 3 ● Biology > A Level ● Chemistry > A Level ● Electronics > A Level ● Environmental Science > A Level ● Forensic and Criminal Investigations > Extended Diploma Level 3 ● Applied Science (Medical)
Year 1 > National Foundation Diploma
Year 2 > National Extended Diploma ● Geology > A Level ● Mathematics > A Level ● Further Mathematics > A Level ● Physics > A Level
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For full course details and how to apply, please visit www.henleycol.ac.uk
EARTH SCIENCES
Earth Sciences is the study of the planet we live upon. The rapidly changing scope and nature of the subject is reflected in the three courses available: Geology, Geography and Environmental Science. If you want to understand how our planet works, at depth and on the surface, to answer fundamental questions about the origin, development, and future of the Earth, these are the subjects to study. If you are concerned about pollution, air miles, sea level rising and climate change then Environmental Science is perfect for you. Mass extinctions, fossils, minerals, and climate change are all considered in Geology, and Geography looks at natural hazards, development, and the global institutions which aim to manage changes.
Did you know...
● In 2021, Geography had a 100% pass rate, with 59% of students gaining high grades (A*-B). ● In 2021, Environmental Science has a 100% pass rate, with 59% students gaining high grades (A*-B).
Qualifications offered
● Geology > A Level ● Geography > A Level ● Environmental Science > A Level
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For full course details and how to apply, please visit www.henleycol.ac.uk
