Prospectus 2020
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2020 PROSPECTUS CONTENTS APPLY HUMANITIES SCIENCES 03 PRINCIPAL'S WELCOME 20 English Language 40 Biology 04 2020 ENTRY GUIDE AND Literature 40 Chemistry 05 TIMETABLE 20 English Language 41 Physics 06 MIXED PROGRAMME 21 English Literature 41 Applied Science 08 COURSES AND 22 FRENCH ENTRY CRITERIA 22 GERMAN PEOPLE 23 SPANISH 43 Psychology ARTS 23 Language Exchanges 43 Sociology 10 Textiles 25 Philosophy 43 Criminology 10 Fine Art 25 Ethics, Philosophy 44 Business Studies 10 Art & Design & Religion 45 Economics 11 Arts Award 26 POLITICS 45 Travel and Tourism Larkhill Road, Preston 11 Digital Photography 27 GEOGRAPHY 47 Health & Social Care PROSPECTUS 2 2020 Lancashire, PR1 4HD 12 Graphic 27 Law 47 NHS Careers Plus Communications T: 01772 460 181 27 Applied Law 48 Children’s Play, E: [email protected] 12 Creative Digital 28 ANCIENT HISTORY Learning and Media Production 28 MODERN WORLD HISTORY Development _ Newman College 13 Media Studies 48 EDUCATION AND CardinalNewmanCollege 13 Film Studies TECHNOLOGY CHILDCARE Newman_College 15 Performing Arts 30 Computer Science 49 Pathway to 1 PROSPECTUS 1 2020 Independence www.cardinalnewman.ac.uk 16 Drama & Theatre 30 INFORMATION Studies TECHNOLOGY 49 Pathways to Employment 16 Dance 31 Digital Production, 17 Dance Academy Design and THE PLACE TO BE 18 Music Development 50 WHAT DO WE OFFER 18 Music Performance SPORT 52 HOW WE SUPPORT YOU 18 Music Technology 33 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 54 Aspire PROGRAMME 18 Music ACADEMY 33 SPORT 55 Futures PROGRAMME 34 Sports Academies 56 HE* PROGRAMME 34 Newman Active 58 Extended Project Qualification NUMBERS 60 RESULTS 37 Maths 62 A VIBRANT CAMPUS 37 Further Maths 64 OPEN EVENTS 37 CORE MATHS 38 Accounting 38 Statistics #WEARENEWMAN By joining Cardinal Newman, you are not just becoming another student at our college, you are becoming part of our community. 4 PROSPECTUS 4 2020 We are a Catholic Sixth Form Our results speak for themselves, College for the whole community, consistently ranked amongst and strive to be a college that is a the highest performing Sixth centre of educational excellence, Form College’s nationally for the built on faith, respect and trust. measure that is most inclusive – 3 PROSPECTUS 3 2020 value added. This takes account We genuinely care about our of the progress each student students’ and staff’s happiness has made during their time with because happy students and us, looking at their GCSE results staff are truly able to achieve their when they arrive at Newman full potential. Our aim is to ensure and their A-Level results when that you are able to progress they leave, thus measuring onto whatever future you dream the distance travelled whilst of, so if you want to go to a studying here. prestigious university, get a great degree-apprenticeship or travel This prospectus showcases the the world when you leave College highlights of what Newman can – we will help you to achieve that. offer you, but the only way to know if Newman is right for you is Our staff love what they do and to visit us. Come along to one of always go that extra mile to our open days, speak to staff and support and guide our students current students and start your throughout their time at College. journey at Newman! 2020 Entry Guide PROSPECTUS 6 2020 1. COME AND VISIT US! 4. ACCEPT YOUR PLACE TIMETABLE Open Events at the College If you are successful at your start in October. For details interview you will receive a MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY s s s s of these events please visit conditional offer email with s www.cardinalnewman.ac.uk instructions on how to accept your place. You must do this within 5 days of receiving your offer email. 5 PROSPECTUS 5 2020 2. APPLY! E1 C1 A3 C3 A4 9.20 - 10.30 9.20 - 10.30 9.20 - 10.30 9.20 - 10.30 9.20 - 10.30 Applications to Cardinal 5. NEWMAN FESTIVAL 2020 Newman open in October. You can apply online at You will be invited to attend www.cardinalnewman.ac.uk Newman Fest after your GCSEs. B1 D2 C2 F3 B4 Simply click on the ‘Apply Now’ It is a chance for you to test-drive 10.35 - 11.45 10.35 - 11.45 10.35 - 11.45 10.35 - 11.45 10.35 - 11.45 tab. Apply before the 18th the subjects that you have applied for, meet the teachers and some of December to guarantee your BREAK BREAK BREAK BREAK BREAK your classmates and learn all about interview in February/March. 11.45 - 12.00 11.45 - 12.00 11.45 - 12.00 11.45 - 12.00 11.45 - 12.00 the exciting opportunities available 3. ATTEND YOUR to you once you have enrolled. INTERVIEW F1 B2 E2 D3 F4 6. ENROL AT NEWMAN You will be given an interview 12.00 - 01.10 12.00 - 01.10 12.00 - 01.10 12.00 - 01.10 12.00 - 01.10 You will receive an enrolment appointment by letter which will appointment letter during the take place at College between summer term. Enrolment will take MASS February and March. You will have D1 F2 B3 D4 place from GCSE results day. an interview to make sure you have 01.15 - 2.25 01.15 - 2.25 1.15 01.15 - 2.25 01.15 - 2.25 chosen the right course for you. 7. START AT NEWMAN This is a great opportunity for you to visit the College and ask any September is the start of the A1 A2 E3 E4 C4 questions you may have about new term and your life as a 2.30 - 3.40 2.30 - 3.40 2.05 - 3.15 2.30 - 3.40 2.30 - 3.40 your programme of study. Newman student! MIXED PROGRAMME We offer an array of different BTEC courses at Cardinal Newman, which are more focused on the world of work and are great at preparing students for their careers. As you can see from the table below, the courses on offer cover a wide range of subjects and future career paths, so there is bound to be a course or combination to suit you. AT NEWMAN YOU CAN COMBINE A-LEVELS AND BTECS SO YOU'RE NOT LIMITED WITH CHOICE. BTEC PROVISION BTEC Level 3 EXTENDED Diploma EXTENDED The main difference between TRADITIONAL COMBINATIONS (2 Years) CERTIFICATE (equivalent to Diploma - ) these courses is that A-Levels (equivalent to 2 a LevelS (equivalent to 1 a-Level) 3 a-LevelS) are assessed through OPTION OPTION OPTION examinations with some ART & DESIGN – 3 3 providing coursework modules, A B C whilst BTEC courses are more APPLIED LAW 3 – – PROSPECTUS 8 2020 coursework based with some 4 3 1 practical assessments or work A-Levels A-Levels BTEC APPLIED SCIENCE – experience. EXTENDED 3 3 Choosing whether to study an DIPLOMA A-Level or BTEC programme BUSINESS STUDIES 3 3 3 can be a tough decision to make, that’s why we offer A-LEVEL COMBINATIONS CHILDREN’S PLAY, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT 3 – – students the opportunity to 7 PROSPECTUS 7 2020 mix A-Levels with BTECs OPTION OPTION OPTION CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA PRODUCTION – to balance exams with 3 3 coursework and to create A B C a broader combination of HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE 3 3 3 qualifications. 1 1 2 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY – A-Level A-Level A-LevelS 3 3 + + + 1 2 1 MUSIC PERFORMANCE 3 – – DIPLOMA EXTENDED EXTENDED CERTIFICATES CERTIFICATE MUSIC TECHNOLOGY 3 – – NHS CAREERS PLUS – – 3 BTEC COMBINATIONS PLUS PERFORMING ARTS 3 3 3 OPTION OPTION EXTRA DANCE 3 – – A B OPTION ACTING 3 – – 1 1 DIPLOMA EXTENDED EPQ MUSICAL THEATRE 3 – – + DIPLOMA WITH ANY 1 COMBINATION SPORT 3 3 3 EXTENDED OF COURSE CERTIFICATE TRAVEL & TOURISM 3 3 3 HOW MANY SUBJECTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS CAN I CHOOSE? The table below shows details of the The majority of students at Newman will standard College entry requirements. follow a Level 3 Programme, studying at Subject specific requirements may apply COURSES least three A-Levels (or equivalent) with and can be found on the College’s website. some students studying four or more. At If you wish to progress onto an Advanced Newman the timetable is extremely flexible BTEC course, a Merit is expected in your and many course combinations are possible BTEC L2 at school, along with five grade including mixed programmes where you 4s at GCSE. study A-Levels alongside BTECs. Guidance If you don’t achieve a grade 4 in GCSE AND ENTRY and advice regarding your subject choices Maths and/or English Language you will will be given to you during your guidance re-sit these as part of your programme interview and enrolment. of study. CRITERIA PROSPECTUS 2020 10 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY* HERE AT NEWMAN YOU CAN CHOOSE FROM A LEVEL OF COURSE GCSE GRADES REQUIRED WIDE RANGE OF COURSE OPTIONS INCLUDING A-LEVELS, BTEC COURSES AND FOUNDATION A-Level Two Grade 5s and Three Grade 4s at GCSE LEARNING. YOUR PERSONALISED STUDY 9 PROSPECTUS 9 2020 PROGRAMME WILL HELP YOU TO PREPARE FOR HE* Programme Five Grade 7s at GCSE YOUR NEXT STEP, WHETHER THAT BE UNIVERSITY, Level 3 BTECs (A-Level equivalent) Five Grade 4s at GCSE including a 4 in Maths AN APPRENTICESHIP, FURTHER TRAINING OR and/or English Language EMPLOYMENT. Four Grade 3s at GCSE including a 4 in Maths Level 2 BTECs (GCSE equivalent) and/or English Language Some subjects have specific entry requirements. Visit the College website to find out more. GCSE GRADE SYSTEM If you have GCSE grades A*-G, take a look at this NEW 9-8 7 6 5-4 3 2 1 table to compare the old and new grading system.