2021 6th Form 12PP Prospectus WEB - Magazine - Page 6
English Literature
AQA - A Level
The course involves a study of a range of literature texts including: poetry,
Shakespeare, drama and novels through the lens of historicism to explore
character, plot and themes and develop independent study.
Students will be expected to write analytically about these texts, giving insightful
meanings and interpretations. Both exam papers asks students to read different
styles of texts from a range of contemporary authors and use the skills from English
Literature to identify and interpret meaning and authorial methods within the
extract.
Maths
Edexcel - A Level
A-level Mathematics provides a thorough grounding in the mathematical tools and
techniques often needed in the workplace. It provides a foundation for further
studies in a variety of subjects including construction, science and engineering
subjects. The logic and reasoning skills developed by studying A Level Mathematics
makes sure the qualification is widely respected even in non-mathematical areas.
There are two pure units which make up two-thirds of the qualification and teach
the core techniques in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Calculus that form
the fundamental building blocks of the subject. Mathematical applications make
up the remaining third of the qualification. This is made up from the following:
Mechanics – forces, energy, motion Statistics – probability, data handling, testing
hypotheses.
Core Maths
AQA - AS Level
Core Maths is an enjoyable and exciting course for all pupils. Core Maths will
develop your analytical and problem solving skills further than that of when
studying GCSE Mathematics and look at developing skills in project planning,
managing budgets and analysing data. The skills learned during this course is now
favorably looked upon from employers who wish to employ students who have the
analytical skills to analyse data and information.
The Core Maths content is mix of higher GCSE knowledge and A Level knowledge.
The course aims to develop maths skills by involving reallife contexts, such as
finance and construction, as well as a major emphasis on problem-solving.
The course can also be used as support for other post-16 subjects that require
maths knowledge, such as Science, Geography, Business Studies, Construction,
Economics and Information Technology.
Course Breakdown
This two year course comprises :
Two exams to be taken at the
end of Year 13 NEA (20%): One
non-exam assessment, an
independent critical study of
texts across time.
Paper 1: Love Through the Ages
3 hours (40%)
Physics
AQA - A Level
The course looks at a number of topics ranging from particles and radiation to
electricity and from nuclear physics to thermal physics. In developing its new
specifications, AQA has worked to ensure that the subject content is relevant to
real world experiences and is interesting to learn. This Physics course is a stepping
stone to future study, which is why AQA also consulted universities, to ensure
these specifications allow students to develop the skills.
Paper 2: Texts in Shared
Contexts
2 hours 30 minutes (40% )
This approach has led to specifications that will nurture a passion for physics and
lay the groundwork for further study in science or engineering based roles. An A
Level in physics demonstrates not only sound mathematical competency but also
the ability to clearly explain some of the most challenging concepts around.
Course Breakdown
Biology
AQA - A Level
AS level 3 units in the first year –
Pure, Statistics and Mechanics
A2 level 3 units in the second
year - Pure, Statistics and
Mechanics
Assessment through three 2-hour
papers
The A-Level Biology course builds on the fundamental skills students have acquired
during their GCSEs, covering a total of 8 units across the 2 year course. AQA has
worked to ensure that the subject content is relevant to real world experiences
and is interesting to teach and learn. The Biology course aims to nurture a passion
for Biology and lay the groundwork for further study in courses like biological
sciences and medicine. Which is why AQA also consulted universities, to ensure
that these specifications allow students to develop the skills they will need to
progress successfully in Higher Education.
Biology is at heart, a fundamentally practical subject. These specifications provide
numerous opportunities to use practical experiences to link theory to reality, and
equip students with the essential practical skills they need.
Course Breakdown
Students will have 2 examinations
of 1 ½ hours each. Paper 1 will
examine Data (Types of data,
collecting and sampling,
representing data numerically)
and Maths for Personal Finance
(Tax, National Insurance,
Currency Exchange) Paper 2 will
examine students on of Critical
Analysis of given data and
models, Critical Path Analysis and
Expectation and Cost Benefit
Analysis.
The papers are equally
weighted to give an overall result
of a grade between grade A to E.
Chemistry
AQA - A Level
This Chemistry A Level course is a stepping stone to future study, with a
specification designed to inspire students, nurture their passion for chemistry and
lay the groundwork for further study in courses such as chemistry, medicine and
pharmacy.
Chemistry is a fundamentally experimental subject and this AQA specification
provides opportunities to use practical experiences to link theory to reality and
equip students with practical skills they need. Practical work will support and
consolidate scientific concepts, develop investigative skills and enable students to
build and master practical skills required for future study or jobs in STEM subjects.
Course Breakdown
A Level Physics is a two-year
course consisting of 9 topics.
The exams for which are carried
out at the end of the second
year. There is also a practical
skills and data analysis paper
and students are required to
complete a number of core
practical tasks within lessons to
complete the course.
Course Breakdown
A Level Biology is a two-year
course consisting of 8 topics.
The exams for which are carried
out at the end of the second year
over 3 papers including a synoptic
essay paper.
Practical skills are assessed
throughout the course within
lessons with aspects of the
practical skills covered also
assessed in the final examinations.
Course Breakdown
This 2 year course covers aspects
of physical, organic and inorganic
chemistry examined by 3 papers
and a number of practical tasks.
This is a linear qualification and
students must complete all exams
at the end of the second year.
