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CONTENTS

Principal’s Welcome...... 05 Results...... 07 Your Study Programme...... 08 Subjects...... 11 Entry Requirements...... 12 The Honours Programme...... 14 Academy...... 17 Performing Arts Academy...... 18 Law Society...... 19 Sports Academies...... 20 Policing Academy...... 21 Careers & Employability...... 22 Futures Academy...... 24 Enrichment...... 26 Student Support...... 28 Course Information...... 31 Find Us...... 72 Apply...... 74 Application Form...... 75 Key Dates...... 79

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“WE WILL SUPPORT AND PRINCIPAL'S GUIDE YOU TO ACHIEVE THE BEST WELCOME QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES YOU CAN” We are the only specialist Sixth Form in the We will support and guide you to achieve the town and the largest provider of A Level studies best qualifications and all round experiences to Stuart Merrills in the borough, our teachers only concentrate ensure that you are well prepared to move on to Principal on programmes that are for 16-19 year olds. university or employment. You will benefit from Our state-of-the art town centre campus high quality teaching and outstanding student provides students with the very best facilities to support. We also offer an extensive enrichment support their chosen programme of study. The programme that will enable you to widen your Sixth Form has a culture of high aspirations and sixth form experience through a broad range expectations; we are very proud of our students of activities. We believe that the sixth form and their exceptional levels of achievement and experience is about developing the whole person progression. not just academic skills.

As a student at The Sixth Form, we put you at I very much look forward to welcoming you to the heart of everything we do. Our staff are our Sixth Form and seeing you at one of our committed to ensuring that you achieve your open events. Visit the various departments, talk potential! In becoming a Sixth Form student, you to staff and students and discover for yourself the will be joining one of the highest performing opportunities that await you at The Sixth Form. colleges in the top 10% of the country.

Stuart Merrills Principal

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RESULTS

WE ARE A CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE FOR A LEVEL AND VOCATIONAL A LEVEL COURSES. The Sixth Form Bolton continues to maintain year-on-year impressive outcomes for students. CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR 2020 LEAVERS!

PASS RATE IN 100% 57 SUBJECTS

PASS RATE FOR 100% A LEVEL COURSES

HIGH GRADE PASS RATE FOR 90% BTEC NATIONAL DIPLOMA

OF STUDENTS PROGRESS TO 99% UNIVERSITY, APPRENTICESHIP OR EMPLOYMENT

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SINGLE TRIPLE YOUR STUDY A LEVELS VOCATIONAL VOCATIONAL PROGRAMME A LEVELS A LEVELS • Three (or occasionally four) • Equivalent to one A Level • Equivalent to three A Levels A Levels • Can be taken alongside other • Choose 1 subject • Two-year course Single Vocational A Levels and • Two-year course OFQUAL GCSE GRADING CHART A Levels We are an inclusive Sixth Form and welcome applications from all • Assessment is predominantly • Assessment is mostly students irrespective of secondary school location. Entry requirements by examination • Combination of 3 single are for pupils progressing from year 11 to year 12. Minimum entry coursework with some exam NEW Vocational A Levels or A Level PREVIOUS • Tutorial modules requirements are not used as part of a selective entry process, but as GRADING mixed programme an opportunity to maximise success by ensuring that appropriate GRADING • Academic Skills Enhancement • Tutorial STRUCTURE • Two-year course pre-enrolment advice and guidance is given and students are offered and World of Work • World of Work the right course. • Assessment is mostly 9 • Enrichment A* coursework with some exam • Work experience 8 A • The Honours Programme modules in most subjects 7 • Enrichment STUDY PROGRAMME Vocational A Level courses are • Work experience opportunity • Tutorial • Resits in GCSE English and All students follow full-time mainly coursework based, with examinations in most subjects. 6 • A resit in GCSE • Academic Skills Enhancement Mathematics can be taken programmes, consisting of their B and World of Work Deciding whether to study an 5 can be taken where where appropriate, alongside a particular course(s), tutorial, skills C appropriate, alongside a main main programme of study A Level or a Vocational A Level 4 • Work experience opportunity development, work experience programme of study • Substantial industry and an enrichment programme. course can be confusing. To • Enrichment placements for selected There are also many opportunities maximise options, we offer students D 3 • A resit in GCSE Mathematics students to add to your programme the opportunity to mix Single E 2 can be taken where Vocational A Levels with A Levels F through extra qualifications and 1 appropriate, alongside a main to create a broader combination of G activities. programme of study qualifications and skills. Universities welcome applications from U U A LEVELS OR VOCATIONAL students with both Vocational A A LEVELS? Levels and A Level qualifications. The main difference between these courses is that A Levels “UNIVERSITIES WELCOME are assessed mainly through examinations, with coursework APPLICATIONS FROM STUDENTS modules in some subjects. WITH BOTH VOCATIONAL A LEVELS AND A LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS” 08 09 THE SIXTH FORM BOLTON - PROSPECTUS 2021

“WE ARE ONE A LEVEL VOCATIONAL OF VERY FEW SIXTH SUBJECTS A LEVEL SUBJECTS FORMS/COLLEGES IN

THE REGION THAT CAN • Accounting SINGLE VOCATIONAL ALLOW YOU A MIXED • Art (Fine Art) ADVANCED LEVEL SUBJECTS PROGRAMME COMBINING • Art, Craft & Design • Business • Biology • Children’s Play, Learning & Development A LEVEL STUDY WITH • Business • Criminology VOCATIONAL • Chemistry • Health & Social Care • Computer Science • Information Technology SUBJECTS” • Drama & Theatre Studies • Law (Applied) • Economics • Music • English Language • Music Technology • English Language & Literature • Performing Arts • English Literature • Public Services (Uniformed) • Film Studies • Psychology (Applied) • • Science (Applied) • Graphic Design • Sport Science • • Law DOUBLE VOCATIONAL • Mathematics ADVANCED LEVEL SUBJECTS • Mathematics - Further (Equivalent to 2 x A Levels) • Mathematics - Core • Music Technology • Media Studies • Performing Arts • Photography • Physical Education TRIPLE VOCATIONAL • Physics ADVANCED LEVEL SUBJECTS • Politics • Psychology • Art & Design • Religion, Ethics & Philosophy • Business • Sociology • Children’s Play, Learning & Development • Spanish • Health & Social Care • Urdu • Information Technology • Public Services (Uniformed) • Science (Applied) • Sport Science

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A LEVEL SCIENCE COURSES ART SUBJECTS Students intending to study single Science will be Students are normally expected to have at least GCSE ENTRY expected to have a minimum GCSE grade 6 in that grade 4 in Art & Design, those who have not studied this subject and a further supporting Science subject or a at GCSE will be asked to bring samples of their work so REQUIREMENTS 6,6 in Combined Science and grade 6 in Mathematics. that the best advice can be offered.

VOCATIONAL SCIENCE COURSES PERFORMING ARTS Students intending to study Applied Science will be Students wishing to study Performing Arts subjects will LEVEL 3 ADVANCED COURSES ADDITIONAL COURSE REQUIREMENTS expected to have a minimum of GCSE grade 5 in be invited to attend an audition, as well as achieving the (Additions to the standard entry requirements). English Language or Mathematics and two grade 5s in minimum entry requirements. A LEVELS GCSE Science or Combined Science. Students studying four A Levels will be expected A LEVEL COMPUTER SCIENCE SPORTS ACADEMIES to have a minimum of six GCSEs at grade 7, 8 or 9 Students will be expected to have a minimum GCSE at THE HONOURS PROGRAMME Students wishing to apply for the Cricket or Football including English Language and Mathematics at grade grade 6 in Mathematics or grade 5 in Computer Science. Students will be expected to have a minimum of six Sports Academy programmes should indicate this on the 6 or above. GCSEs at grade 7, 8 or 9, as well as grade 6 in English application form and will be required to submit suitable A LEVEL MATHEMATICS Language and Mathematics. references from relevant sports teachers at school or Students studying three A Levels will be expected to Students will be expected to have four GCSEs at grade 6 team coaches, as well as successfully completing a sports have a minimum of two GCSEs at grade 6 and three including Mathematics and grade 5 or above in English SCIENCE ACADEMY trial which will take place in April 2021. GCSEs at grade 5/4 including English Language and Language. (Two or more at A Level) Mathematics at grade 5/4 or above. Or eight GCSEs at Students will be expected to have five GCSEs at POLICING ACADEMY a minimum of grade 5. A LEVEL MATHEMATICS - FURTHER grade 7, 8 or 9 including two Science subjects and Students must study either the Single or Triple Vocational Students will be expected to have a minimum of three Mathematics and have taken three separate Sciences A Level in Public Services to be eligible for selection. SINGLE / DOUBLE VOCATIONAL A LEVELS GCSEs at grade 6, with grade 8 or 9 in Mathematics at school. See page 21 for more details. These may be taken alongside A Level courses and and grade 5 or above in English Language. To study are subject to the same entry criteria. Further Mathematics, students must also study A Level Mathematics. TRIPLE VOCATIONAL A LEVELS Students will be expected to have five GCSEs at A LEVEL PSYCHOLOGY grade 9-4, or a Merit in a relevant vocational Level Students will be expected to have a minimum GCSE 2 Diploma (or equivalent). In addition, students will grade 6 in Mathematics or a Science subject. need a grade 4 in GCSE English Language and a minimum grade 3 in Mathematics. “THE STANDARD OF STUDENTS’ WORK IS HIGH, DISPLAYING FLUENCY AND THOUGHTFULNESS" 12 Ofsted 2017 13 THE SIXTH FORM BOLTON - PROSPECTUS 2021 THE SIXTH FORM BOLTON - PROSPECTUS 2021

3: Cultural understanding through tutorials which teach an STUDENT VOICE understanding of the world around us and what it means to be THE HONOURS human. Cultural experiences to develop a wider understanding of PROGRAMME science, history and politics.

If you achieve mainly grades 7, 8 or 9s in your KEY Academic opportunities within the programme: GCSEs then this may be the group for you! The Sutton Trust - Summer Schools The Trust funds week-long summer schools each year There are 4 key STRANDS OF HONOURS to stretch which offer high achieving students a taste of life at a and challenge our academically able students: leading university; giving students the knowledge and 1. Academic enhancement/study skills insight to make high quality university applications. 2. Enrichment www.suttontrust.com/programmes/uk-summer- 3. Cultural understanding school-2 4. Pastoral support and tailored advice and guidance Higher Education+/Cambridge Shadowing Scheme Man Ting Chan for prestigious universities/social mobility 4: Pastoral support and tailored advice and guidance for • Masterclasses prestigious universities/social mobility. Visits to universities and Fred Longworth High School 1: Academic enhancement/study skills development • Bespoke coaching for Oxford and Cambridge talks from admissions tutors are a regular feature of the programme. through the Extended Project Qualification. This applications A Level Biology / Chemistry / Physics / provides students with the opportunity of conducting • Students will have the opportunity of spending SPECIALIST SUPPORT Mathematics / The Honours Programme a piece of independent research. Honours students two days at Cambridge University, shadowing therefore develop undergraduate skills while undergraduate students. They will also attend extra You will be tutored and coached by specialist staff to help you completing an exciting project of their choice. The obtain places at Oxford, Cambridge and Russell Group universities. master classes and discuss personal statement “The Sixth Form offered the courses EPQ is completed in your first year and it is worth half writing and interview techniques for applications to You will take part in a variety of university programmes including: I was interested in as well as other an A Level, you therefore achieve a grade for it and prestigious universities • University of Cambridge Masterclass Programme academic opportunities including the extra UCAS points for University entry. www.applytocambridge.com/shadowing • University of Oxford Access and Outreach Programme EPQ alongside my four A Levels. • Manchester University Access Programme Being part of The Honours Programme, 2: Enrichment ensures that you leave The Sixth Form • Access to Leeds University I have had specialist coaching and with more than just an excellent grade profile. The • Access to Newcastle University been on numerous visits to Oxbridge activities are designed to help you stand out from the and Russell Group Universities. I have crowd and become fully equipped for life after The Sixth HONOURS PROGRAMME STUDENTS WILL ALSO BE ABLE TO TAKE enjoyed taking part in the Physics Form. Some of the activities we offer include: Duke of PART IN THESE EXTERNAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES: Club and Science Academy and Edinburgh, first aid, mentoring skills, work experience, have attended science debates and drama, music, Science Academy and Law Society. • UNIQ {Oxford University spring and summer schools} • Prestigious Universities Programme masterclasses.” • Villiers Park 14 15 THE SIXTH FORM BOLTON - PROSPECTUS 2021

SCIENCE STUDENT VOICE ACADEMY

Are you passionate about Science? Are you aiming to excel in the field of Science? If you are likely to achieve five or more GCSEs at grades 7, 8 or 9 including Science and Mathematics subjects then you may wish to be considered for the Science Academy.

What is the Science Academy? It forms part of the The Sixth Form's Honours Programme. You will study two or more Science/ Mohammed Javed Mathematics subjects at A Level (i.e. two subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics). What can you expect? A Level Physics / Mathematics / • An opportunity to take the Extended Project Further Mathematics Qualification (EPQ) on a science-related topic of your choice • Involvement in university level laboratory practical “I chose The Sixth Form Bolton activities because it has an excellent reputation in • Visits to the best universities as part of The Honours my local area, my older siblings came to Programme • Visits to science-related organisations and museums this Sixth Form and had a great • One-to-one coaching to achieve A/A* grades experience. As part of my studies I really • Coaching and mock interviews for Oxbridge enjoyed the Physics Club and I am applications looking forward to propelling myself • Support to help with internships and work into Aerospace Engineering at The placements. University of Manchester!” • Opportunity to participate in debates on science-related issues

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PERFORMING LAW ARTS ACADEMY SOCIETY

The Performing Arts Academy (in association Are you thinking of studying Law, a related with the Octagon Theatre) will further enhance subject at a top university, or going onto a your studies and help you develop essential legal apprenticeship after Sixth Form? Our Law skills associated with performance. You will gain Society will further enhance your studies and automatic entry to the Academy if you are enrolled help you develop essential skills. on a Performing Arts course at The Sixth Form. What can you expect? What can you expect? • Start to develop the skills of a lawyer, • Exclusive workshops at the Octagon Theatre including, thinking creatively, problem focusing on areas such as theatre design, directing solving, presenting and persuasive arguments and audition skills • Attend workshops run by legal professionals • A range of visiting professional practitioners running and universities workshops in The Sixth Form • Participate in moots and mock trials, • A chance to perform at large professional theatres including as a member of the Sixth Form such as The Albert Hall and The Z-arts Theatre in team in the prestigious University of Law Manchester Mooting Competition and the Bar National • Mentoring programmes Mock Trial Competition - our Sixth Form were very successful in the competitions and won • A chance to study for LAMDA exams (London the mooting final hosted by the University Academy of Dramatic Arts) through Sterling of Law Academy • Free professional headshots Follow us on Twitter @BSFCLaw • Casting workshops

Follow us on Instagram @b6_performingarts

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SPORTS ACADEMIES POLICING ACADEMY Our Sports Academies offer you a fantastic opportunity to develop and excel in football and cricket. The Sixth Form has partnerships with Daisy Hill FC and the Bolton Cricket League and is supported by the Lancashire Cricket Board. Are you interested in joining the Police or want to gain an insight into Policing in ? THE SIXTH FORM OFFERS THE FOLLOWING Training Sessions, Venues and Facilities: SPORTS ACADEMIES: • Football training and Academy fixtures The Sixth Form Policing Academy is a 10 week • Boys Football take place at the new 4G training facility programme designed to inspire, challenge and • Girls Football at Hacken Lane support students interested in joining the Police. • Boys Cricket • Cricket training takes place at Bolton It allows students to gain a practical understanding • Girls Cricket Indians Sports and Social Club of the application process, initial training and life in • Cricket Academy fixtures take place at a the force. variety of high quality local clubs Application Process: Delivered by experienced former GMP officers If you wish to apply for a place on one of the the programme covers topics to develop your Academy teams compete in regular AOC academies, you should indicate in the box knowledge and understanding in a range of areas fixtures and competitions against other on the main application form. You will be including: caution, arrest, burglary, theft, drugs colleges on Wednesday afternoons. Each invited for a standard admissions interview and public order. You will also gain information and Academy runs alongside academic classes and once you have been offered a place tips on the application process. you will be invited to attend trials which will and all students will follow a full-time take place in April 2021. References will be programme of study. Students will take part in skill development required from relevant sports teachers at exercises, gain an insight into the life of a new your school or your sports coach to support Academy sessions include: recruit and have the opportunity to undertake your application. • Speed and agility the Police entry tests. Interested students will • Skill development be selected at the end of their first year via an Benefits of attending the Sports Academies: • Performance techniques application and interview process. You must study • Individualised high quality coaching • Video analysis either the Single or Triple Vocational A Level in delivered by our specialist coaches • Diet and nutrition Public Services to be eligible for selection. • Nutrition and fitness advice and guidance • Etiquette and conduct • Access to a Sports Therapist • Full Academy match and training kit Follow us on Instagram @b6_pe provided free of charge • Compete in National Academy Leagues and British Colleges Framework

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EMPLOYER VOICE Connor Aldred CAREERS AND Apprenticeship at Rookery Foods Manchester Metropolitan University, Business EMPLOYABILITY “With the help of The Sixth Form and my place of work, I now have a solid career plan when I have finished my studies at The Sixth Form. I am looking to become a Business Manager at Rookery Foods, who will be paying for my degree in Business at Manchester Metropolitan CAREERS PROGRAMME WORLD OF WORK University. Even though my employer has provided me with an apprenticeship, I wouldn’t be able to attend University without my A An individualised programme of careers support is All students undertake WoW in Year 13, this includes: Levels and I certainly wouldn’t have been able to achieve what I have available to all students and includes: without the support from The Sixth Form.” • Development of employability skills, including public • 1:1 careers guidance appointments with a qualified speaking, team building, problem solving and creativity Careers Adviser • Mock interviews with a range of local employers, such • Guest speakers from Higher Education, helping as Bolton FM, Keoghs and Roar Software Samina Kabki students to explore degree courses, student life • Assessment Centre simulation activities Katie Powell and the university application process • Sessions on money management Work Placement: Science and Industry Museum • Numerous opportunities to attend careers talks • Advice and support from the region’s biggest employers, Manchester, The University Of Manchester Volunteer Manager at Science and from a range of employment sectors including: Warburtons, Seddon and Ernst & Young Industry Museum • Support with UCAS personal statement writing. “It was an incredible experience having the opportunity to inspire and • Advice on job seeking, including: CV writing; communicate with the visitors. Completing this placement has helped applying for degree apprenticeships and interview WORK PLACEMENTS me grow as a person and recognise and acknowledge a different Students on placement with the Science preparation aspect of the world. It was amazing to learn that I had received an • All first year students are expected to complete a one • Annual Careers and HE fair, giving students the offer from the University of Manchester as it is very competitive." Museum Group have the opportunity week work placement opportunity to meet with 50+ universities and to gain valuable transferable skills to • Links to local and national employers for placement employers and find out more about their post-sixth support their career development and opportunities form options increase their knowledge and awareness • Opportunity to undertake a substantial Industry Kulsumbanu Fefrawala of science and its relationship to our Placement for Triple Vocational A Level Programmes • Support and guidance on how to find work experience everyday lives, as well as being inspired Business (Accounting Pathway) by our world class collections and amazing museums. I look forward to All future trips, placements and enrichment experiences in all subjects will be dependent on Public Health England/government guidance. "The Sixth Form gave me the opportunity to complete a long term welcoming more students to join our work placement alongside my studies. The placement in an Accounts volunteer programme in the future. Department of a local IT company allowed me to put the accounting units I was being taught in The Sixth Form into practice in a real work environment and also gain a deeper understanding of how a real accounts department functions. This placement allowed me to develop accuracy skills, working under-pressure and attention to detail." 22 23 THE SIXTH FORM BOLTON - PROSPECTUS 2021 THE SIXTH FORM BOLTON - PROSPECTUS 2021

STUDENT VOICE FUTURES WHAT DOES THE ACADEMY ENTAIL? You will study a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social care at The Sixth Form. Alongside your ACADEMY programme your placement will be with The Beaumont Hospital (BMI Health Care), which will consist of one week (total of 35 hours) covering a range of department care from nursing, radiography, The Futures Academy is a brilliant programme • Free uniform provided with nurses watch physiotherapy and observing medical surgery. to prepare you for a career within the and name badge The selection process for Futures Academy will take healthcare sector. • Guest Speakers from a range of NHS professions place in your first year of studying the Level 3 Health • Work placements at Beaumont Hospital where you will and Social Care course and if selected, you will carry learn how patients are referred/admitted to the hospital out your placement at a selected month during your Are you interested in pursuing a career within Health and observe various departments such as radiography, first year. Lucy Martin Care? Are you studying Health and Social Care? If physiotherapy, pharmacy and clinical governance* so, our Futures Academy is designed to boost your • 90% of Futures Academy students embark on a health- This programme will prepare you perfectly for academic and career prospects. The Academy offers Westleigh High School related degree course, (including nursing, midwifery health related degrees at university. It will build your a specialised one year programme of study for able and paramedic science) experience in the health care sector, expanding on "I have enjoyed everything about the Futures and ambitious students who want to go far in health the theoretical study in class by transferring this Academy! One of my highlights was the London Trip, related industries by giving them a ‘competitive’ edge. * All future trips, placements and enrichment experiences in all subjects will within practical settings, helping you to stand out as I feel the trip was both educational and fun as we be dependent on Public Health England/government guidance. during the university application process. The Futures got to visit the Old Operating Theatre and gained • Exposure to many employers and health related Academy programme is subjected to limited places further information on Florence Nightingale and her industries and involves a selection process run by The Sixth pivotal role in the history of nursing. My ability to • Experience a week long placement at a private Form and BMI Health Care. articulate well and communicate effectively has also hospital observing the patient cycle including the been greatly enhanced. Meeting staff from within observation of surgery* THE IMPACT the National Health Service during ‘Master Lectures’, • Masterclasses with leading NHS practitioners. has enriched both my understanding of my eventual • Experience an overnight stay in London visiting • You will be better prepared for the university career goal but also the importance of possessing various health related museums and lectures application process good communication skills. including visits to The Florence Nightingale • Practical ‘hands on’ experience allows you to Museum, The Old Operating Theatre and visualise your career The biggest reward for myself was my placement, a West-end show* • Opportunities to make the right connections with I was able to experience so much from it, such as • Trips to fantastic University taster days including leading practitioners witnessing surgery first-hand. This will further help me Edge Hill and Salford, these days are tailored • By combining all this experience alongside your to stand out in regards to my place on the Operating especially for Futures Academy students* academic skills, you will have that all important competitive edge Department Practice Course. I will always remember the new people and friendships that I have made on the Futures Academy and the huge impact that it has made on my academic and career aspirations"

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STUDENT VOICE POPULAR ENRICHMENT ENRICHMENT CHOICES INCLUDE: • Trips to industry, universities and events • Guest speakers and presentations • Careers fairs As a student at The Sixth Form you will have the opportunity to take part in a wide range of enrichment activities. These are • Work experience provided to ensure that you leave our Sixth Form with more • Duke of Edinburgh’s Award than just an excellent grade profile. The enrichment programme • Primary School Mentoring is designed to help you stand out from the crowd and become • Peer Mentor Programme fully equipped for life after The Sixth Form. The activities we • College Magazine offer allow you to gain skills in new areas, develop existing skills, • Student Council make new friends and take part in a range of leisure activities. • Charity Work In addition to the activities listed, we also offer more bespoke • First Aid options which are tailored towards your course. • Music Technology Destinee Wright • Law Society • Voluntary Service Award South Shore Academy Blackpool • British Sign Language • National Citizenship Service A Level English Literature / English • Cricket Language / Vocational A Level Law • Football • Basketball • Netball "I chose to study at The Sixth • Athletics Form Bolton because it offered an • The Sixth Form Band atmosphere that welcomed everyone • Media Production and as someone coming from a different area, I found that important. The course • Performing Arts I chose offered any additional help if I • Abstract Art PHOTOGRAPHY STUDENTS needed it and there are always people • Film Club that I could go to if I needed something • Physics Club WORK FOR ‘AT HOME’ or if I needed to talk to someone. The To find out more visit our website where you LOCKDOWN EXHIBITION staff here are incredible and will go can see some of the activities in action: All future trips, placements and enrichment above and beyond to ensure you’re www.bolton-sfc.ac.uk/student-life/enrichment experiences in all subjects will be dependent on SHOWCASED ON BBC NEWS! Public Health England/government guidance. alright and are happy."

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RELIGIOUS FESTIVALS STUDENT As a diverse, multi-faith community, The Sixth Form recognises that students and their families will want to celebrate religious festivals when they occur. To SUPPORT facilitate your participation in celebrations, a day’s leave is allowed if these festivals occur during the week in term time.

PASTORAL CARE STUDENT AND PARENT PORTALS ACADEMIC SKILLS ENHANCEMENT Your Progress Tutor will oversee all your progress The Student Portal can be accessed anywhere through This is a bespoke programme for first year students, and achievements; work closely with your teachers, The Sixth Form’s intranet or website and provides providing them with the opportunity to realise their parents or guardians and help to support you to information and regular updates about your attendance, full academic potential. Academic Skills Enhancement manage your academic progress. Tutor group exams, and performance reviews as well as your helps to make the transition from GCSE to Advanced sessions take place throughout the year and are an current timetable. Level Studies and includes revision and exam important and compulsory part of your timetable. techniques. You will meet regularly with your Progress Tutor for The Parent Portal is available through our website and in one to one meetings to review your progress and to addition to the information on attendance and progress, FINANCIAL SUPPORT agree performance targets. Learning mentor support it provides regular news updates and all student progress The Sixth Form offers the following benefits is available to help you develop advanced level reviews for the year. A Parents’ Welcome Evening takes to students: study skills and provides access to specialist advice place in September where help is provided to register and from external support agencies. The Sixth Form is log on to the Parents’ Portal in addition to the Parents’ • All courses are FREE committed to your safety and wellbeing; The Sixth Guide to The Sixth Form. • Trips/educational visits that are essential for the Form’s counsellor and BSafe team are also part of the course will be FREE pastoral team. SPECIFIC LEARNING NEEDS OR DISABILITIES • Other trips/educational visits may be subsidised If you have a specific learning difficulty or a disability • Transport to essential Sixth Form-related activities THE LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRE (LRC) requiring learning support, please ensure that you tell us will be FREE The LRC provides a breadth of support for your about your needs when you apply. Early applications by • Examinations will be FREE for the first entry learning. The online resource library, student intranet December prior to entry are needed to enable us to liaise “GREATER and Google virtual learning environment (VLE) directly with you, the staff in your school and your parents Full details can be found on our website: MANCHESTER complement the traditional range of books, journals or guardians. This helps us to have a clear understanding www.bolton-sfc.ac.uk/student-life/student-support RESIDENT STUDENTS and learning resources. Practical help is available to of your support needs when we apply for specific high AGED 16-18 MIGHT Funds are available to support the following: assist with researching for homework, coursework or needs support funding, where appropriate. Transition visits BE ELIGIBLE FOR FREE assignments. to The Sixth Form start whilst you are still in Year 11. • Student bursary TRAVEL USING THE • Free meals • Travel costs to The Sixth Form for those students who live outside Greater Manchester boundaries OUR PASS.” www.ourpass.co.uk

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ACCOUNTING ART & DESIGN A Level Triple Vocational A Level

Why study Accounting? Why study Art & Design? Qualified accountants are highly paid, valued individuals. This is an in-depth, full-time, art and design course, where They have an influence on everything you will see and do you will explore specialist techniques and processes in life. You will learn how to manage information, produce associated with areas such as graphic design, sculpture, reports and analyse the performance of a business. You will fine art, photography, print making, illustration and textile develop skills to embark on a route to working as a high design. earning accounting professional, progressing through to university or a higher apprenticeship. What’s covered? There are a selection of compulsory units and two What's covered? externally set units to be taken at the end of years In the first year you will study topics from both financial 1 and 2. Students must successfully pass BOTH the and management accounting areas. After initially studying compulsory and externally set assignments to gain this the underpinning concepts of bookkeeping you will further qualification. Students will only be able to graduate develop your knowledge to be skilled in preparing and to the second year of this course if they successfully analysing the end of year accounts. complete the compulsory and externally set units from year 1. The essential elements of the course will give Future Opportunities you a comprehensive knowledge of the fundamentals Many students progress into a financial management career of art & design, techniques and materials, concepts and including: budget analyst, chartered accountant, economist influences, visual recording and research. You have the and banking. For any student considering a leadership or option to specialise in areas such as fine art, 3D/sculpture, management position, an understanding of accounting is a photography, graphic design and fine art textiles. major benefit. Future Opportunities Many students go on to study art & design at pre-degree foundation level, or a BA degree. Students have gained employment in areas of art & design such as interior design, surface pattern design, graphic design, advertising, illustration as well as industrial and commercial product design, photography, animation and film/video.

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ART (FINE ART) ART, CRAFT & DESIGN A Level A Level

Why study Art? Why study Art, Craft & Design? This is the course for you if you enjoy the challenge This course is for students who wish to explore and refine of drawing, printmaking and painting. You will explore their skills in a wider range of artistic techniques. You will alternative approaches, processes and techniques with a learn both traditional and digital art and design techniques wide and varied range of media and materials. and processes whilst exploring a wide variety of materials and media allowing you to interpret your project themes in What's covered? a unique and personal way. You have the choice to work within a range of pathways that include: drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture. What's covered? You will build up an innovative and exciting portfolio of You can explore a wide range of artistic media; drawing, work that will stretch and challenge your artistic ability printmaking, sculpture, 3D design, textiles, surface and support you in progressing on to a university course. pattern design, illustration and photography to produce Students also participate in a range of field trips and a specialised portfolio. You will balance your creative educational visits. skills with studying art & design history, gallery visits and research tasks. Future Opportunities Many students go on to study art & design at pre- Future Opportunities degree foundation level, or a BA degree. Further study Many students go on to study art & design at pre-degree and career opportunities include art & design such as foundation level, or a BA degree. Possible career pathways: art history, surface pattern design, fine art, 3D design, fine artist, illustrator, photographer, textile designer, teaching, architecture and museum or gallery curating as surface pattern designer, art and design teacher/lecturer, well as wider opportunities in creative industries such as fashion designer, fashion stylist, interior designer, costume advertising and fashion. designer, gallery curator, sculptor and animator.

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BIOLOGY BUSINESS BUSINESS BUSINESS A Level A Level Single Vocational A Level Triple Vocational A Level

Why study Biology? Why study Business? Why study Business? Why study Business? Would you like to contribute towards the cure for In the fast-paced and exciting world of business, there This practical course will cover all the key areas involved You will learn about business through focused assignments dementia, help develop techniques in genetic engineering, are endless possibilities. This established and highly in running a business. You will learn by applying theory and assessments based on real business functions, giving save an endangered species from extinction or motivate successful subject provides a good springboard into the to different organisations and scenarios to build your you hands-on experience of businesses in action. You will future generations of potential scientists at school, college dynamic world of business and appeals to a broad range of knowledge. Understanding how businesses operate and be involved in presentations made by visiting speakers or university? Perhaps you simply have a fascination with students with diverse interests. Businesses today operate how to manage these operations is a key skill valued and visit businesses to see how they operate. There is an the living world and wish to learn more about its processes in a challenging and global environment, understanding by many employers and opens many future career opportunity to specialise in accounting in the second year and interactions. these issues and business theory is an advantage in many opportunities. which is ideal if you want to study accounting or finance at occupations. university or secure an apprenticeship in this field. What's covered? What's covered? Year 1 of the specification builds on work covered at GCSE What's covered? You will research different business activities. These include What’s covered? including biological molecules, cells and organisms. Year 2 You will study a broad range of topics such as marketing, business structure, marketing, finances, international You will explore business activity; investigate different builds on studies in the first year and leads on to studying finance, operations management and business strategy business and how to set up and run your own business. aspects of human resources management, business genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems. as well as studying the business environment in which During the course you will exhibit your knowledge through resources and both traditional and internet marketing. organisations have to operate. You will also develop high- presentations, reports and group work tasks and improve You will be introduced to accounting, marketing research, Future Opportunities level analytical and problem-solving skills which will be those key skills businesses are looking for. team development, international business and have an Career opportunities include medicine, pharmacy, useful to you throughout your life and are highly valued by opportunity to investigate starting a small business. Some dietetics, forensics, ecology, science journalism, research, potential employers and universities. Future Opportunities selected students have the opportunity to complete 50 conservation, biotechnology, genetics, veterinary science, Business qualifications lead into most industries with many days of work placement in Year 2. physiotherapy, biochemistry and dentistry. There are also Future Opportunities students studying business, accounting, economics and many biology related degree programmes at university. Successful students have progressed on to a variety of law at university or seeking employment within a business. Future Opportunities higher education courses including business studies, This course is a useful starting point for those students This is a well-established and recognised qualification law, economics, accounting and marketing. Others have considering a career in the practical business world. welcomed by universities. Our students have progressed chosen to enter directly into employment in areas such on to study degrees in business administration, accounting, as retail management and leisure and tourism. There are marketing, retail, distribution, business law, business many opportunities for business related degree courses, information systems and teaching. higher apprenticeships or degree apprenticeships available.

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STUDENT VOICE CHEMISTRY CHILDREN'S PLAY, A Level LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT

Why study Chemistry? Single Vocational A Level Would you like to study a course which gives you an incredible array of opportunities post A Level? Chemistry is central to understanding many key areas of science Why study Children’s Play, Learning & Development? and offers a vast array of employment and education This course will introduce you to a wide range of opportunities. Through studying a range of diverse topics interesting and enriching topic areas relevant to early years you will develop a range of highly desirable transferable practice, from the practical skills needed for looking after skills. These include problem solving, data analysis, children to psychological theory of development. You will numeracy, logical thinking and working safely in a gain an understanding of the development of children and laboratory environment. Chemistry is an essential A Level how this influences their progress as they grow. for students wishing to pursue a career in medicine. What's covered? Zainab Sufi What's covered? This course allows you to develop core specialist You will develop an understanding of atomic structure, knowledge so that you understand the skills required by Specialist Islamic College the chemistry of different groups of elements, the the sector. These include child development, play and chemistry of carbon compounds and energy changes learning, enquiries into current research in early years A Level Biology / Chemistry / Accounting in reactions. Your skills will also be enhanced through practice, safeguarding, observation, assessment and relevant practical work. planning. You will undertake a minimum of fifty hours work experience in at least one setting with children from Future Opportunities birth to eight years to ensure you develop your practical "I love my subjects for different reasons, for example: Many students progress to university and become skills and have experience of working with children. Biology - I love the amount of resources you are doctors, pharmacists, dentists and forensic scientists. You will be assessed by coursework, examinations and provided with. We use Google classrooms a lot and It is also useful for careers in biological sciences, the demonstrations. it's fantastic - the staff are constantly updating it pharmaceutical industry, analytical chemistry, chemical with lots of resources. engineering and geological exploration. Chemistry is Future Opportunities an exciting STEM subject that can lead to many career Chemistry - Like Biology, we have numerous This is a respected route for those who wish to move possibilities. materials available for our learning purposes, we into employment such as primary teaching, play therapy, nursery nursing, youth work and community liaison within also have specific booklets created for us, which is the sector or progress to higher education. extremely helpful."

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CHILDREN'S PLAY, COMPUTER SCIENCE CRIMINOLOGY LEARNING & A Level Single Vocational A Level DEVELOPMENT

Triple Vocational A Level Why study Computer Science? Why study Criminology? This is a logical subject where you will learn how to solve Criminology is a new and innovative course which looks at complex, multidimensional problems which require crime from the perspective of both criminals and victims. Why study Children’s Play, Learning & Development? imagination and sensitivity to technological, moral, legal and The subject teaches a critical analysis of the criminal This is a highly practical course and will introduce you to scientific issues. Technology touches almost every aspect of justice system, whilst also examining the motives of a wide range of interesting and enriching topic areas our lives, from the cars we drive, to the films we watch, to criminals. This course is especially appealing to those who relevant to early years practice, from practical skills the ways businesses and governments communicate with wish to pursue a career in forensics or criminal psychology. for looking after children to psychological theory of us. Understanding different dimensions of computing is part development. You will gain an in-depth understanding of of the necessary skill set whether you want to be a scientist What's covered? the development of children and how this influences their or develop the latest must-have application. The course is focussed on assessing biological, progress as they grow. individualistic and sociological theories of crime including: What's covered? changing awareness of crime; criminological theories; What's covered? You will study a range of theories, including programming, crime scene to court room and crime and punishment. The theory and underpinning knowledge units are taught system development and computer architecture. You will in The Sixth Form and then put into practice on your investigate programs, data structures, algorithms, logic, Future Opportunities childcare placement. Skills such as bathing and feeding a programming methodologies and the impact of computer This qualification will allow you to gain the required baby will be taught to give you confidence when you are in science on society. There is also a strong focus in Year 1 knowledge and skills to be able to consider employment the placement. You will cover three age ranges of children, around practical programming. This will provide you with within a range of aspects of the criminal justice system, from birth to eight years. Your placements will be in a the tools needed for when you start your coursework law or the police including the courts, national probation variety of settings such as nurseries and schools for two on creating a programmed solution to a problem. This service and tribunal service or the national offender days per week and you will be assessed by coursework, will require you to be able to discuss, investigate and management service. examination and demonstrations. design, prototype, refine, implement, test and evaluate a computerised solution to a problem chosen by you. Future Opportunities Future Opportunities On successful completion of the course you will gain the new EYE (Early Years Educator) status. This is a recognised Career options are broad, you may find yourself writing vocational qualification that will help you gain employment code for the latest hi-tech gadgets, or mission-critical in childcare or progress to higher education. projects such as nuclear submarines, aeroplanes, or working as a hardware engineer designing the latest biometric sensors.

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DRAMA & THEATRE STUDENT VOICE ECONOMICS ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDIES A Level A Level A Level

Why study Economics? Why study English Language? Economics helps you understand more about how we If you enjoy analysing contemporary written and spoken Why study Drama & Theatre Studies? need to make the best possible use of the world’s scarce language from a variety of media and composing your This course focuses on the practical and theoretical study resources. It will provide you with a deep understanding own texts, then A Level English Language will provide you of drama and theatre performance. It covers all areas of of how the UK and international economies work and the with the opportunity to develop your skills in a lively and theatre making including how to direct, perform, design implications of government decisions. It’s a subject that stimulating environment. You will study and enjoy ideas and devise theatre. The teachers draw on their expertise will improve your analytical, evaluative and critical thinking and theory about various types of language, for example: gained from working professionally in the industry. The skills and is well thought of by employers and universities. language & technology, language & occupation, language Performing Arts Academy (in association with The Octagon & gender, accent & dialect, language change and the Theatre) and enrichment programmes are designed to help What's covered? language of political correctness. you to develop your performance skills even further. Economics has two major components: microeconomics What's covered? What's covered? looks at decisions that affect the individual, such as Shaba Gani how much they earn and how they choose to spend it. You will have the opportunity to discuss and analyse You will develop a range of analytical and practical Macroeconomics looks at what governments can do to various types of writing, e.g. newspapers, guide books and skills by exploring various theatre styles relating to both help generate more money in the economy to reduce scripts. You will also explore how language changes over classic and contemporary theatre. Your skills will develop Bolton Muslim Girls' School the number of people unemployed and to encourage time and varies across the world. as a performer of scripted plays and you will become A Level Physics / Geography / international trade. disciplined in the art of set and lighting design, devising Economics Future Opportunities new material, directing, and rehearsing. You will study Future Opportunities a minimum of five theatre practitioners, perform in a Many English Language students frequently move to higher number of scripted and self-devised plays and see live Economics can lead to a variety of finance-based careers. education. The skills developed on this course are useful performances. It is examined through a mixture of both “It's great being a part of a Sixth Form that Former students have gone on to work in financial if you intend to progress into teaching, journalism, law, live performance and written examinations. encourages you to explore your own interest consultancy, investment banking, accounting, the legal writing, marketing and advertising. A high level command profession, management consultancy, retail, distribution, of English is a required skill in many career pathways. in your chosen subjects and form an in depth Future Opportunities politics and local government as well as journalism. After This qualification is highly valued by both employers and understanding of the course and career path you The options are endless - all down to transferable skills! university, economics graduates are on average, the universities. wish to pursue. For example, with Physics and Many students go on to study at university, leading second highest income earners nationally. into careers including law and public relations. Career Economics - I am consistently developing my opportunities also include acting for stage and TV, mathematical, analytic and critical skills that will musical theatre, broadcasting, presenting, directing, stage help me in the future with my degree.” management, journalism and teaching.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENGLISH LITERATURE STUDENT VOICE & LITERATURE A Level A Level

Why study English Literature? If you are interested in the techniques employed by Why study English Language & Literature? authors to create characters and situations and how texts Can’t decide on language or literature? This is a wide- reflect our lives and relationships, then this course is for ranging English course with opportunities for original you. You will read, study and enjoy modern novels and writing alongside the study of spoken language, literary plays, some Victorian texts, some Shakespeare and review and non-literary texts. Lively participation in class activities, a wide range of writing. Additionally, we will discuss texts workshops and debates plus a willingness to enjoy writing in performance, how they work on stage and screen and tasks will be important factors in your success. As you not least in imagination. would expect, the main focus is how language creates and shapes meanings in all the texts studied. What's covered? The course is designed to give you the opportunity to What's covered? enjoy a wide variety of novels, poems and plays and study Zoe Walsh You will study a mixture of modern plays, novels, poems a range of traditional and modern texts of different styles and analyse extracts for linguistic features. From these and periods. texts you will develop an understanding of language, rules St Joseph’s RC High School of conversation and context. Future Opportunities A Level Politics / Maths / Both universities and employers value and respect an English Language Future Opportunities A Level in English Literature. Former students have This combined course is useful for demonstrating breadth progressed to humanities courses at university and careers of skill in English and could lead directly to degree courses in journalism, law, teaching and lecturing. A high level "The Sixth Form is completely different from in teaching, journalism, writing and advertising. A high command of English is a required skill in many career Secondary School with a big focus on independent level command of English is a required skill in many career pathways. pathways. This qualification is highly valued by both learning. I am glad that I took English Language A employers and universities and can be combined with Level because it has improved my writing style and science, art, business or humanities subjects. I have learned how to write academically."

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FILM STUDIES GEOGRAPHY GRAPHIC DESIGN HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE A Level A Level A Level Single Vocational A Level

Why study Film Studies? Why study Geography? Why study Graphic Design? Why study Health & Social Care? Film Studies is designed to develop critical understanding Our amazing world is explored throughout this course; Graphic Design is an area of employment growth in the Do you care? Do you want to make a difference to of the film industry and its relevance to audiences in the from human populations to the impact of global warming; UK. Effective designers have a keen visual awareness peoples’ lives? This course will enable you to develop media saturated society we now live. This course will help from destructive natural hazards to man-made future combined with excellent visual communication skills both both the knowledge and the practical skills required for you develop analytical and evaluative skills by considering challenges! Geography examines the environment around verbally and on paper. They embrace new technologies, working within the health or social care sector. These ideological approaches, perspective, genre as well as us, how it affects us and most importantly, how we can live love to experiment, are sticklers for detail and always include communication, equality and diversity, health, practical applications of cinematography. on our planet in a sustainable way. meet deadlines. Studying Graphic Design will allow you safety and security. You will develop your knowledge to explore and develop these skills, create unique and and understanding of individual’s needs in a variety of What's covered? What's covered? innovative graphic design and work in a professional studio care settings. You will analyse a variety of films by comparing and You will study a balance of physical and human geography environment. contrasting subject matter and techniques. The and many of the global issues studied on the course have What's covered? coursework modules will enable you to use your integrated elements of both. Topics include tectonic What's covered? The course provides an introduction to the health and understanding to develop film scripts and storyboards and processes and hazards, coastal landscapes, water and Observational drawing underpins all you do on this course. social care sector and is a combination of examinations concentrate on areas of particular personal interest. energy insecurity, globalisation, superpowers, regeneration You will work within the following specialist pathways: and coursework in the relevant topics of: human lifespan and migration. Geography offers the opportunity to study graphic design, illustration/animation, typography and development; working in health and social care and Future Opportunities current real world issues which require global solutions. lettering, advertising and branding. You will explore meeting individual care and support needs. You will gain As well as careers in the film industry, this course is a good Fieldwork - The course requires a minimum of five days both traditional and digital image-making techniques, knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin study of option if you wish to pursue a career in professions such as compulsory fieldwork which may be conducted as single photography, idea generation techniques and relevant the health and social care sector, this qualification will give marketing, advertising, production, media, journalism and day visits or a residential. Fieldwork days are great fun, contextual research skills. you experience of the breadth and depth that will prepare teaching. It is respected by higher education institutions informative and develop essential skills. you for further study. This includes the opportunity for you and provides a range of transferable skills. With the growth Future Opportunities to choose a health studies pathway with options reflecting of Media City in Salford, there are a wide range of potential Future Opportunities Students go on to study art & design at pre-degree the progression opportunities in health care. career pathways available. Geography graduates are amongst the most employable, foundation level or a BA degree. Our students have as the subject is a combination of the facts of science progressed to areas such as graphic design, illustration, Future Opportunities and the understanding of the arts, that equip you with a motion graphics, animation and art or gallery director. This course provides a broad educational base to move range of highly sought after skills. Many students progress into higher education or employment within the health to university and careers such as environmental science, and social care sector, including nursing, social work, marine biology, engineering, travel and tourism and counselling, teaching, midwifery, mental health care, environmental management. radiography and podiatry.

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HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE HISTORY INFORMATION (HEALTH STUDIES) A Level TECHNOLOGY Triple Vocational A Level Single Vocational A Level

Why study History? History has created modern society and is important to our Why study Health & Social Care? Why study Information Technology? understanding of the world we live in. People mistakenly Do you care? Do you want to make a difference to peoples’ see history as something ‘fixed’ when in fact the past is Hardly any aspect of life is untouched by technology, lives? This course enables you to develop the knowledge open to interpretation and history changes. The victors from the workplace to control systems in the home. and skills required for working in a range of settings re-write their nation’s past and give it their own ‘spin’. This vocational course will give you the knowledge, within the health or social care sector. If you have an Ignorance of history prevents us from putting current understanding and skills you need to use computers approachable, trustworthy, enthusiastic and compassionate world conflicts into their proper context. Study history effectively, developing your practical skills as well as your nature, this course may be for you! You will have the and you will never be taken in by ‘spin’ or become a victim creativity and technical know-how. opportunity to apply for the Futures Academy in the first of propaganda. You will always demand: “Where is the year - a course designed to boost academic and career evidence? Prove what you claim is true.” What's covered? prospects, including a placement at a private hospital. You will learn how to communicate effectively in person What's covered? and through digital media covering areas of Information What's covered? You will study the history of more than one country Technology such as: IT systems, using social media in This qualification is an in-depth study of the health or state; this will allow you to develop a strong sense business, databases, website development and data and social care sector. Assessment is a combination of historical perspective. You will also develop an modelling. The skills you learn will enable you to develop of examination and coursework. The content of the understanding of the complexity of the historical process, practical abilities in managing information using computer qualification incorporates topics relevant across the and the interrelationships between ideas, individuals and systems, digital marketing, creating and managing websites health and social care sector including: human lifespan circumstances that contribute to change and development. and how computers work as systems. development; anatomy and physiology; research; meeting During the course you will examine significant historical individual care and support needs; work experience; events such as The Quest for Political Stability: Germany Future Opportunities principles of safe practice and promoting public health. 1871-1991 and The Making of Modern Britain 1951-2007, Many students progress to degree courses including You will also undertake a minimum of 100 hours of work with coursework on The Tudor Rebellions. information technology, media communications, business experience as part of the course. studies, communication and computer systems and Future Opportunities electronic communication systems. Career opportunities Future Opportunities With high-level skills of investigation, communication and include website design, computer graphics, training and Students have progressed to higher education and into presentation, History graduates are highly employable in technical support. careers including nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, all sectors of the economy, especially industry, commerce physiotherapy, speech therapy and social work and and the professions. Career pathways include accounting many more. and banking, law, civil service, media and IT.

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INFORMATION LAW STUDENT VOICE TECHNOLOGY A Level Triple Vocational A Level

Why study Law? If you are given too much change by a shop can you keep Why study Information Technology? it? If you trespass on someone else’s land and get injured High level computing and ICT skills are essential in the can you sue the land owner for compensation? What are digital world we inhabit. In science, engineering, social your rights if you buy goods that turn out to be faulty? and economic aspects of society, technology is the Should a “mercy killing” be classified as murder or not? underpinning theme that helps progress. Studying this Law is a vital part of our society and affects all our lives. course, you will develop expertise, become a proficient Find answers to these types of questions and develop your critical thinker with the ability to solve problems and work knowledge and skills in a challenging subject! effectively with others with emerging technologies. What's covered? What's covered? The course provides an introduction to law at pre-degree You will learn how to program in different languages as level. You will develop a range of skills including the ability Caitlin Jessica Molloy well as develop skills using graphics software, business to analyse hypothetical scenarios and apply legal rules and applications and a variety of applications. You will study principles to solve problems. Topic areas include the nature St John Fisher Catholic High School Wigan units such as IT systems, cyber security and digital of law and the English legal system; criminal law; the law animation. You will develop knowledge of website of tort and contract law. To enhance your learning, there A Level Psychology / Business / Law development, computer games development, digital are visits to the Crown and Magistrates’ Courts and the graphics, and databases. There is also an opportunity for The Sixth Form Law Society competes in the Bar National selected students to complete a 50 day work placement in Mock Trial Competition and organises events involving legal the second year. professionals and universities. "From my first visit to The Sixth Form Bolton, I Future Opportunities Future Opportunities knew this was the place for me and I was right. The teachers, non-teaching staff and culture are Students progress to courses including information This qualification will equip you well for university. technology, media communications, business studies and Alternatively, it is excellent preparation for a higher so welcoming. I opted to study 3 A Levels – Law; communication systems. Career opportunities include apprenticeship scheme with a top legal firm after The Sixth Business & Psychology. Throughout my first year website design, computer graphics, training and technical Form. Law is a very useful skill in a wide range of careers, of studying Law I have been challenged, supported support, computer gaming, marketing and digital media. including business, marketing, insurance and journalism. and inspired. I am so engaged with my studies, like never before."

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LAW (APPLIED) MATHEMATICS Single Vocational A Level A Level

Why study Law? Why study Mathematics? What are the powers of the police when faced with a To study mathematics is to develop an exceptionally dangerous criminal? How do the courts decide who broad and desirable skill set that sets you apart and should be punished? How does the English legal system equips you with logical thinking and problem solving deal with offenders? skills alongside resilience and a robust work ethic. Our enthusiastic and supportive department will ensure you These and other questions about our law are asked during know more and learn more because with mathematics the course. If you are interested in criminal and civil law, everything is possible! this course could be for you. You will learn how the law is applied through various case studies. What's covered? You will be introduced to exciting new pure mathematical What's covered? concepts like differentiation, exponentials, logarithms This course includes dispute solving in the English law, and integration. The applied section of the course is split investigating aspects of criminal law and the legal system, into two areas. In statistics you will perform calculations applying the law to homicide and property offences and to analyse and interpret data. In mechanics, you will learn aspects of family law. Applied Law is generally associated how particles remain stationary or move using Newton’s with students pursuing a career in a law related role Laws of Motion. within the business sector. The course focuses on the civil and criminal court structure, the ways in which laws are Future Opportunities enacted and key aspects of offences and negligence. Having an A Level in Mathematics will provide you with the opportunities to access elite universities and a wide Future Opportunities range of high profile careers including; finance investment, The course will give you the opportunity to develop a actuary, programmers, accountancy, teaching, plus range of skills, techniques and attitudes essential for science related roles and much more. successful performance in the working world. Successful completion will enable you to access university degrees to study within the field of law or enhance employment opportunities and higher apprenticeships within the legal sector.

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MATHEMATICS - FURTHER MATHEMATICS - CORE STUDENT VOICE A Level AS Level

Why study Further Mathematics? Why study Core Mathematics? Further mathematicians seek to extend their own abilities Core Mathematics is an ideal addition to the programme being inspired and challenged by the vast range of material of any driven and committed Level 3 learner. Alongside on offer including complex numbers, matrices and your complete Level 3 programme you have the chance hyperbolic functions. The extra subject knowledge allows to extend your mathematics skills beyond GCSE and gain for connections to be made within topics and a deeper an AS qualification which is recognised and sought after understanding of how broad, yet interlinked, mathematics by universities and employers. Core Mathematics cleverly really is. Our supportive and enthusiastic team will teach supports topics within the Sciences, Economics, Business, you how to solve these challenging and exciting problems. Psychology and many more subjects.

What's covered? What's covered? Students will choose A Level Mathematics and Further This course focuses on day-to-day applications of Mathematics as two of their subjects. The starting point for mathematics rather than the theoretical and abstract Nasra Aden much of A Level Further Mathematics is the content and ideas. You will learn invaluable techniques which include techniques taught within A Level Mathematics. The two calculations of APR, mortgage repayments and normal Bolton Muslim Girls' School compulsory pure mathematics modules not only introduce distribution analysis. Additionally, the course develops new topics but also develop previously covered content, your logical approach to problem solving and the ability A Level History / Mathematics / refining and extending techniques and applicability. The to explain your argument through a clear and concise Chemistry remaining two modules can be chosen from a range of solution. areas including further pure mathematics, further statistics and further mechanics. Future Opportunities "I decided to enrol at The Sixth Form because of Core Mathematics will support any university the recommendations and influence made by my Future Opportunities undergraduate course, apprenticeship or employment family. I already knew that it had great teachers The skills and qualities learnt by further mathematicians application and will demonstrate your commitment to mean they are highly prized students who are sought after further developing your mathematical skill set. and was in an ideal location for myself. I love every by elite universities and leading employers. A wide range subject for different reasons for example; of careers await you such as finance investment, actuary, Maths, this is one of my most challenging subjects programming, software development, accountancy, but I have found that when you master a unit or business analyst, teaching, plus science related roles and piece of work, it is really rewarding." much more.

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MEDIA STUDIES MUSIC MUSIC TECHNOLOGY MUSIC TECHNOLOGY A Level Single Vocational A Level Single Vocational A Level DIPLOMA Double Vocational A Level

Why study Media Studies? Why study Music? Why study Music Technology? Being media literate is essential in modern society! If you have a passion for music or singing then this course This is a very practical course that will enable you to Why study Music Technology? Students are encouraged to explore and reflect critically on could be for you! This course will provide you with an develop a range of skills including music production, This course is designed for those students who have a real a wide range of media platforms including TV, newspapers opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques studio recording and mixing, along with studying the passion for music production and/or are considering a and social media. An extremely successful course that has essential for musical performance, including compositional sound and music industry. The teachers draw on their career in the music production and recording industry. This a mixture of academic and practical content. and professional practice, all of which are essential if you expertise gained from working professionally as both double award equates to two A level subjects, allowing want to work within the music industry. musicians and music producers. you to study one other complimentary subject alongside What's covered? What's covered? such as Music, Performing Arts, IT, Film or Media studies. You will develop your skills on how to read the media, What's covered? The course provides you with intensive tuition by teachers This is a practical course assessed through the application interpret a variety of media texts including TV adverts, film This is a very practical course with active, fun lessons who produce music professionally and use their contacts of skills and coursework to show your understanding. The trailers, social networking sites such as YouTube, E-media where you will gain hands-on experience in the art of and wealth of experience to provide you with the best sessions enable you to independently use our industry texts and magazine adverts. You will also use your newly performance skills and performing techniques. You will opportunities. You will develop essential skills on this standard recording studios and rehearsal rooms to gain developed media skills to produce your own short film, have the chance to study different genres of music such very practical course including music production, studio experience similar to the professional industry. You will learn advertisement or documentary. You will study advertising as pop, classical and jazz and the sessions are designed recording and mixing, along with studying the sound and how to mix and create your own music as well as essential music industry. and marketing as well as the social and cultural effects of for you to further develop your own instrumental or practical skills which will help you in the creative industry. the media, conduct an independent study and comparative vocal skills with the opportunity to experience solo and What's covered? critical analysis. ensemble performance. This subject is equivalent to one Future Opportunities A Level and you must be prepared to learn some essential This is a practical course assessed through the application This course can lead to creative careers within music Future Opportunities musical theory. of skills and coursework to show your understanding. production, studio recording, live sound engineering, The sessions enable you to independently use our industry Students pursue careers within media, but the skills becoming a DJ, TV and film sound technician or standard recording studios and rehearsal rooms to gain developed are essential to a variety of other professions Future Opportunities sound designer. experience similar to the professional industry. You will such as teaching, social work, journalism or TV & film Students go on to study traditional music and music learn how to mix and create your own music as well as production. It is respected by higher education institutions technology degrees and can specialise in community, essential practical skills which will help you in the and provides a range of transferable skills. With the growth commercial and world music. Careers include popular and creative industry. of Media City in Salford, there are a wide range of potential classical music, theatrical performance, film and television, career pathways available. computer gaming and advertising. Future Opportunities This course can lead to creative careers within music production, studio recording, live sound engineering, becoming a DJ, TV and film sound technician or sound designer.

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PERFORMING ARTS PERFORMING ARTS Single Vocational A Level DIPLOMA Double Vocational A Level

Why study Performing Arts? This is a highly practical course where you will gain and Why study Performing Arts? develop a range of performance disciplines. Your teachers have worked in the professional industry and use their This course is designed to create industry professionals experiences to help you devise and develop performances. for stage and screen. You will develop performance skills This is an intense but fun course where you will have the including acting, voice and movement in a highly practical opportunity to develop your own theatre company and environment. You will be taught by industry professionals in small groups, meaning you get more tutor attention and create original work, providing you with organisational more opportunities to be centre stage. On this intensive and leadership skills which will benefit you in any career course you will be coached on how to succeed in this path. You will also join our Performing Arts Academy (in demanding industry and be provided with career guidance association with the Octagon Theatre). and mentoring from the professionals involved in our Performing Arts Academy (in association with the What's covered? Octagon Theatre). This course is designed to give you a ‘tool box’ of performance skills in a range of different styles and What's covered? genres. You will be involved in live performances and will This course is designed to nurture your existing see external theatre productions and work with visiting performance skills and help you develop new ones. You professionals. You will learn how to create a theatre will be involved in many live performances, coached in company and experience a range of career paths in the voice acting, movement in performance and character industry meaning you develop more than just performance interpretation. You will see external theatre productions, skills. This is a practically demanding subject, with energetic alongside working with industry professionals and agencies. lessons alongside crucial development of your English This is a practically demanding subject, with energetic skills. You will be assessed through the rehearsal process, lessons and you will be assessed through the rehearsal examination, coursework and performance. process, examination, coursework and performance. Future Opportunities Future Opportunities Students progress to study at drama or dance school, or Students progress to study at drama or dance school, or university. The skills are very transferable and desirable in university. The skills are very transferable and desirable in other careers including law and public relations-related other careers including law and public relations-related careers. Careers may include becoming a dancer, stage careers. Careers may include becoming a dancer, stage or screen actor, director, stage manager, teacher, drama or screen actor, director, stage manager, teacher, drama therapist or choreographer. therapist or choreographer.

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PHOTOGRAPHY PHYSICAL EDUCATION A Level A Level

Why study Photography? Why study Physical Education? Photography is the art of observation, finding something Are you fascinated by the human body? Have you ever interesting in an ordinary place, conveying the world wondered why some people can run faster than others? through your eyes, it is not about the things you see but How drugs enhance performance in sport? What gives the way you see them. You will explore different genres of Olympic champions the psychological edge over their photography including documentary, street photography, competitors? How technology can advance sports experimental imagery, portraiture, studio still life and fine performance? Then A Level PE is for you. art photography. What's covered? What's covered? The course offers you an opportunity to perform or coach Explore your creativity, learning a diverse range of digital a sport and develop your knowledge of human movement, photography techniques as well as experimenting with performance and behaviour. You will study applied analogue photography, traditional darkroom techniques anatomy and physiology, skill acquisition, sport in society, and alternative processes. In the second year you will exercise physiology, sports psychology and technology in use these skills to produce coursework and a portfolio to sport. To study A Level PE you must play or coach sport demonstrate to prospective employers and universities. at a competitive level in order to complete the non-exam This qualification will encourage you to explore and assessed component of the course. You will also have the develop specialist photography skills in a creative and opportunity to complete the Level 2 Gym Instructor course innovative setting. Trips are an important aspect of the which qualifies you to work in any gym in the UK. course, both locally and nationally as well as travelling abroad. Future Opportunities A Level Physical Education is an excellent base for a Future Opportunities university degree in physiotherapy, sports science, sports Students mainly progress to university and then into management, healthcare or exercise and health as well careers in the design industry, as well as gaining as complementing further study in biology, psychology, apprenticeships. Studying photography enhances creative nutrition and many more. This course opens up a range problem solving skills required by future employers. Career of career opportunities including physiotherapy, sports pathways include fashion photography & styling, editorial science, sports coaching, personal training or teaching. photography, photojournalism, studio photographer, travel photographer, sports or freelance photographer.

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STUDENT VOICE PHYSICS POLITICS A Level A Level

Why study Physics? Why study Politics? Would you like to study a science which underpins our The emphasis is on the here and now, so awareness and newest and future technologies? Physics underpins interest in current affairs and news is essential. You should all science and engineering and is crucial to careers in enjoy developing ideas and opinions of the world around aerospace and automobile engineering, medical sciences, you. Discover what makes your parents vote the way they electronics and space exploration. Physicists are crucial in do, or not in some cases! Politics is extremely important as developing the quickest computers, the fastest cars and it affects our everyday lives. Politicians pass laws that relate the tallest buildings. Physics will challenge and stretch to everything we do, from driving, paying taxes, education, your imagination, analysing everything from the smallest health, law and order and the environment. particle to the universe itself. What's covered? What's covered? The focus for the first year is on British politics which Will Kyle You will solve problems in mechanics, from firing includes the Prime Minister, Parliament, voting behaviour projectiles to designing strong bridges. You will investigate and voting systems, the civil service, party ideology and Deanery High School how electrical circuits operate and the formation of wave pressure groups. In the second year you will investigate patterns. You will delve into the mysterious world of four ideologies: conservatism, socialism, liberalism and A Level Physics / Mathematics / quantum physics and study satellite systems, electric and fascism and look at these in action. American politics is Geography magnetic fields, nuclear physics and astrophysics. also covered across both years so you will learn about the differences between American and British politics. Future Opportunities Future Opportunities "I came to The Sixth Form for a fresh start. I did Physics is essential in pursuing careers in astronomy, attend the New Student Taster Day which gave space science and engineering-related disciplines and Politics is a very well regarded A Level and is held in high engineering is an area where there is a great shortage of esteem by all universities, including Oxbridge. This course me a clear guide as to what to expect when I qualified people. Physics is also highly regarded in diverse could lead to a career in the civil service, social work, enrolled. From my first visit I could see that it was fields such as medicine, computer science, mathematics, journalism, administration, local government, finance, an attractive building, with great courses and optometry, dentistry, geology, chemistry and biology. banking and politics. supportive staff. Physics has always been a subject I’ve been interested in, it also compliments my Maths A Level nicely."

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STUDENT VOICE PSYCHOLOGY PSYCHOLOGY (APPLIED) A Level Single Vocational A Level

Why study Psychology? Why study Psychology? Are you interested in people and wish to gain an Whatever career you pursue, a background in psychology understanding of human behaviour and the factors which will enhance your employability. Studying psychology influence us to behave in different ways? This course offers can help you understand yourself and other people by explanations of why humans behave and think as they do. learning about aspects of human behaviour that help Psychology will allow you to study psychological theories you in daily life. You will benefit from an understanding in a scientific manner and then apply them to everyday life. of human behaviour, be it: social interaction, language How do you define intelligence? Why do we conform? and communication, human motivation and emotion, Do we have control over our own behaviour? What is or the process of decision-making. Psychology provides ‘abnormality’? an excellent training in analytical thinking and scientific research methods that are applicable to a broad range What's covered? of careers. Tegan Robinson You will examine areas of cognitive, social, biological and developmental psychology such as memory, attachment What's covered? Mount St Joseph School and psychopathology. You will explore the relationship This course has a practical focus on the application of between psychological knowledge and social, cultural psychology. It covers the key approaches to psychology – A Level Art, Craft & Design / Psychology / Biology and contemporary issues. You will look at applications of cognitive, social, learning and biological and will provide psychology to areas of human behaviour such as stress you with an insight into areas such as: treating mental and mental illness. Psychology is a subject requiring a high health issues, exploring key psychological theories and standard of written communication, with biological and conducting research. In the second year options are mathematical elements to the course. available to further your studies in criminal and forensic “I came to The Sixth Form Bolton because it has psychology, applied sport psychology or areas such as a good reputation and is close to home. I have Future Opportunities psychopathology. This course is ideal for students who loved studying here and I have found my subjects Knowledge of psychology is useful in any career that thrive in an engaging and hands-on style of learning. both challenging and enjoyable. After The Sixth involves working with people. Careers that directly Form, I hope to join the University of Bath to study employ your psychological knowledge include forensic, Future Opportunities Psychology MSci.” clinical occupational and educational psychology as well Career opportunities include: clinical, counselling, as advertising, sport, business, marketing and human educational, forensic, sport and exercise psychologist, resources. mental health worker and social services.

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PUBLIC SERVICES PUBLIC SERVICES RELIGION, ETHICS (UNIFORMED) (UNIFORMED) & PHILOSOPHY Single Vocational A Level Triple Vocational A Level A Level

Why study Public Services? Why study Public Services? Why study Religion, Ethics & Philosophy? The course is designed to develop your skills, discipline The course is designed for those interested in careers in Do you want to study an A Level that will stretch your and knowledge to equip you for a career within the the uniformed services including the Police, Ambulance mind, introduce you to great thinkers and give you a public service sector, including the Police, Fire Service, Service, Fire Service, Paramedics and the Armed Forces qualification respected throughout higher education? Ambulance Service, Prison Service and Armed Forces. You and will develop your skills, discipline and knowledge for a Do you enjoy debating the big issues such as whether will also have the opportunity to take part in various day career within the public service sector. God exists? This course is for students who value the and residential trips to put your skills to the test. opportunity to explore issues concerning human life What's covered? and existence. What's covered? You will study a broad range of units including responding The course includes diverse units such as government to emergency incidents, police powers, leadership and What's covered? teamwork, physical preparation and crime and its effects policies, police powers and leadership and teamwork in The course explores three main areas of study, Ethics; and have the opportunity to work with a variety of the public services. You will be assessed through both Philosophy and Christianity. You will therefore gain uniformed public service organisations. The course uses written and practical activities. You will also have the an understanding of a wide variety of approaches to practical activities, presentations and involvement with opportunity to complete the Level 2 Gym Instructor course understanding the world around us. Beliefs and values are local public services wherever possible to enhance the which qualifies you to work in any gym in the UK. learning experience. All students will complete a one week discussed critically and reflectively. You will be assessed by Public Services students also have the opportunity to apply residential trip to put their knowledge, skills and teamwork three examinations after two years of study. for our exclusive Policing Academy, see page to the test! You will also have the opportunity to complete 21 for more details. the Level 2 Gym Instructor course which qualifies you to Future Opportunities work in any gym in the UK. Public Services students also Students who have a qualification in Religion, Ethics and Future Opportunities have the opportunity to apply for our exclusive Policing Philosophy can move into any profession as the skills that This qualification is suitable for students who are Academy, see page 21 for more details. you will develop in analysis and argument are transferable considering employment in the uniformed public services. and are valuable in a range of careers. Many students The qualification will enhance your skills and experience Future Opportunities progress into careers within the civil service, teaching, needed to either directly join the services or to study Students progress to careers in many of the uniformed journalism, nursing and law. related subjects at higher education level. public services as well as to further education, studying for degrees in related subjects such as Criminology and Policing.

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SCIENCE (APPLIED) SCIENCE (APPLIED) STUDENT VOICE Single Vocational A Level Triple Vocational A Level

Why study Applied Science? Why study Applied Science? Do you enjoy learning science in a practical way? Do Applied Science is an in-depth practical science you have a particular interest in applications of science focussed course that also includes a broad range of in medicine and clinical work? This course is designed to related fields from engineering, business and medicine to provide a specialised work related qualification that covers early childhood. If you are interested in a career involving biology, chemistry and physics. If you work best through practical work in a science-based organisation and prefer practical investigations and how science affects the world, portfolio-based assessment of your scientific investigations you should consider this course. An ability to carry out rather than examinations, then this course will appeal and analyse scientific work are skills highly respected by to you. employers and universities. What’s covered? What's covered? Throughout the course you will study the principles of all Throughout the course you will study the principles of all three sciences to include; cellular biology, systems of the Krishna Lilley three sciences and apply your understanding to practical body, biochemistry, genetics, medical physics, electrical investigations. The selected unit covers human body circuits and the application of chemistry to practical High School systems and the importance of maintaining an internal techniques. A mixture of externally assessed and internally environment. The course provides a thorough base for assessed coursework units, the course provides a thorough A Level Physics / Mathematics / university studies and careers in science, health care and base for university studies and careers in science, health Chemistry food nutrition. care and food nutrition.

Future Opportunities Future Opportunities "I decided to enrol at The Sixth Form partly Students progress to study health care related programmes Career opportunities exist in the science industry, because of my family. One of my brothers attended or biomedical sciences. It is an essential requirement education, medical science and research laboratories. The Sixth Form and really enjoyed it, plus it has for careers such as; occupational health, radiotherapy, The course provides a route into higher education to physiotherapy, sports science or laboratory work. It study subjects such as optometry, pharmacy, radiography, helped me with my future prospects as the staff combines well with Single Vocational A Level Health & physiotherapy, audiology, podiatry, biomedical sciences, have consistently remained supportive of my Social Care and Children’s Play, Learning & Development, operating department practice, nursing, neuroscience, academic career. It's great being a part of a Sixth especially if you are considering going into nursing, forensic science, nutrition, dental technology, orthotics Form where the staff will always support you, no midwifery or social care. and civil engineering. matter what pathway you choose."

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SOCIOLOGY SPANISH A Level A Level

Why study Sociology? Why study Spanish? Sociology is the study of how society is organised and Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages from how we experience life. If you are interested in the wider Central and South America, Spain, United States and even debates such as how social class, gender and ethnicity can the Philippines. This course offers an exciting opportunity have an impact on your chance of success, then Sociology if you have been successful in your study of GCSE Spanish may be for you. Sociology is a subject that is valuable in or if Spanish is your first language. You will develop your any career, it is the study of society after all! ability to communicate in one of the world’s most widely spoken languages. What's covered? Throughout the course you will develop your What's covered? understanding of topics including families and households, You will study four themes that address a range of social education and sociological research methods. Continuing issues and trends, as well as aspects of the political onwards in the second year, you will consider crime and and artistic culture of Spain including: changing family deviance and how influential the media is in defining our structures, the world of work; the impact of tourism in behaviour. You should be prepared to discuss and debate Spain, media, music festivals and traditions. Assessment ideas in order to learn and experience how events can be is completed in the second year in the form of listening, interpreted in a variety of ways. reading and translation, and a written and speaking examination. Future Opportunities Sociology is important for any career involving the Future Opportunities general public including: teaching, the police, social work, Language qualifications are welcomed by employers healthcare work or human resource management, as well and it is a great skill to have in the global work market. In as market research and social science research. addition, Spanish is one of the top five languages used in business, and employers value the transferable skills. A language qualification prepares you for careers with good communication skills including business, management, law, international marketing, teaching and journalism.

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STUDENT VOICE SPORT SCIENCE SPORT SCIENCE URDU Single Vocational A Level Triple Vocational A Level A Level

Why study Sport Science? Why study Sport Science? Why study Urdu? Being involved in sport is no longer just about competing. Sport science is a growing area as clubs and athletes now This is an ideal course if you have enjoyed your study of Sport Science is a growing area that allows us to develop a employ sports scientists to help them reach their potential GCSE Urdu or can already speak the language and want to knowledge and understanding of the human body, health and be at the top of their game. In order to compete, further your skills and increase your employability. You will and elite performance. Are you curious how science can athletes need to have more than just ability, they need be able to improve your communicative ability and also enhance performance in sport? Do you want to know how knowledge and understanding of what the body is capable learn through problem solving and teamwork. to help an athlete become faster, higher or stronger? If so, of and how to make this happen. Sport Science is a diverse then this is the course for you! area that includes anatomy, nutrition, rehabilitation, fitness What's covered? testing, fitness training, coaching and technology in sport. You will study topics such as youth culture and concerns, What's covered? lifestyle, health and fitness, as well as the world around Megan Heyes The course includes units such as anatomy and physiology, What’s covered? us, including travel, tourism, environmental issues and sports psychology and biomechanics. The focus of You will study a wide range of units including anatomy and the Urdu speaking world along with education and this course is on the science of sport and sporting physiology, sports psychology, coaching for performance employment. performance. The course is continually assessed through and fitness, field and lab based fitness testing and sports A Level PE / Single Vocational A Levels in Public exams, written assignments, presentations, projects massage. You will be assessed continuously throughout Future Opportunities Services and Science (Applied) and case studies. You will also have the opportunity the two years through a variety of methods including Language qualifications are viewed favourably by to complete the Level 2 Gym Instructor course which exams, case studies, written reports and presentations. employers and are required by an increasing number qualifies you to work in any gym in the UK. You will also have the opportunity to complete the Level 2 of companies. Our students have successfully gained “The Sixth Form Bolton was my first choice Gym Instructor course which qualifies you to work in any university places where they have progressed to because of the outstanding quality and flexibility Future Opportunities gym in the UK. study courses ranging from dual language degrees to of courses on offer. I had visited The Sixth Form This course prepares you for a career in the sports economics, international law and travel and tourism. Future Opportunities on a number of occasions with my high school industry or progression into higher education to study and I already felt like I had settled in. I also love degrees within the field including areas such as sport and This course leads to a range of careers including exercise science, physiotherapy, sports rehabilitation, nutritionist, physiotherapist, sports scientist and PE teacher. the practical elements of my courses and I have coaching and teaching. Many of our students have progressed to study subjects enjoyed being in the Football Academy and on the such as sports science, sports rehabilitation, sports therapy netball team. I am now progressing to Manchester and physical education at degree level. The qualification Metropolitan University to study BSc (Hons) Sport also develops a range of techniques, personal skills and & Exercise Science.” attributes essential for successful performance in both working life and higher education.

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