PROSPECTUS 2021 Newman College

CARDINAL NEWMAN COLLEGE CARDINAL NEWMAN

Larkhill Road, Preston Lancashire, PR1 4HD

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2021 PROSPECTUS Cardinal Newman College is ONE OF the TOP performing sixth form colleges nationally. With outstanding teachers, facilities and results, we are the place of choice for students across Lancashire. NICK BURNHAM, PRINCIPAL

DISCLAIMER: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this Prospectus. However, no liability can be accepted by Cardinal Newman College or its staff for any inaccuracies or the effect thereof. Cardinal Newman College will make every effort to provide all the teaching, examinations, assessments and other services detailed in this publication, however these are not guaranteed. Cardinal Newman College reserves the right to amend, withdraw or alter any of the courses, locations or facilities at any time, however it will take all reasonable steps to minimise any disruption should circumstances arise. Produced by www.fusiondesign.co.uk / Photography by www.andyharrison.com 1 PROSPECTUS 2021

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WHAT IS TEXTILES? WHAT IS ART & DESIGN? Textiles A-Level is an art-based subject in which You will gain knowledge and understanding of you will experiment with a wide range of techniques. visual communication and the creative process. You will study the work of other artists and designers, WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? producing a portfolio of work to support progression • Observational Drawing to higher education. • Mark making This is a vocational course, which means that all major • Hand and Machine Embroidery project briefs will aim to better prepare you for what to • Dysperse Dye expect in a creative work environment. Students work • Experimental Drawing on live briefs alongside real life clients, which enables • Repeat Pattern Traditional and Digital (Photoshop) you to not only develop your creativity but also learn about how artists and designers work in the industry. • Dissolvable fabric • Observational drawing / Painting WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Felt making • Drawing • Textile tensions • Painting • Garment construction • Printmaking • Screen Printing • 3D Design • Devore Printing • Textiles & Surface Pattern • Sublimation Printing • Graphic Design • Illustration

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WHAT IS FINE ART? WHAT IS DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY? Fine Art is the making and study of visual art, such Digital Photography is a way of visually recording, as painting, printmaking and sculpture. The course documenting and presenting both the ordinary and covers a variety of different processes and skills. extraordinary. It is often considered an art form, an aspect of self-expressionism, a journalistic process WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? or even an aspect of visual culture. This is a practical You will create a portfolio which involves gathering subject, combined with in-depth photographic theory research, observational drawing and looking at the and art history. work of others. The techniques you can expect to learn are; drawing, exploring different drawing WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? styles, lino and mono printing, painting with acrylics • The Exposure Triangle and watercolours, etching, collagraph printing and • Colour & Light in Photography mixed media. You will also be given an externally set • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop) assignment and you will choose a theme to develop. • Abstract, Minimalist & Still Life Photography In your second year, you will have the opportunity to • Documentary & Landscape Photography use the skills that you have learnt, to develop your • Portrait & Fashion Photography & Magazine Design own emerging art practice in a more personal way. • Fine Art & Narrative Photography To complement your practical work you will also be • Professional Photographic Book Making & Binding asked to produce a 1000-3000 word dissertation. • Hand Rendered & Digital Techniques • Mixed Media & Creative Exploration • Animation & Moving Image • Exploration of Analogue Photography • Live Competition Briefs A-Level Graphic DESIGN

WHAT IS GRAPHIC DESIGN? Graphic Design is the process of visual communication and problem-solving through the use of type, space and image. Graphic Design is all around us - the packaging we use, lettering, illustration, labels and brands that we see every day. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Magazine Design & Book Publishing • Branding & Logo Development • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign) • Animation & Moving Image • Packaging Design • Interior Design • Advertising (Print & Digital) • Illustration & Mixed Media • Hand Rendered & Digital Techniques • Typography & Lettering • Live Competition Briefs 3ARTS 13 ARTS

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12 Creative Digital Media Production Media Studies Film Studies

WHAT IS CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION? WHAT IS MEDIA STUDIES? WHAT IS FILM STUDIES? This course involves developing the skills needed Media studies A-level is the academic study of various Film Studies A-Level explores how the language to plan and produce film, TV, radio and print texts. media platforms, analysing the different types of media of film has an impact on our responses, and how You will have the opportunity to develop your practical texts and examining the way that different groups are understanding the context of a film enhances our production skills and gain experience of the planning represented within the media. understanding of it. You will learn in a classroom with an interactive 4K screen, have access to digital film and research which takes place in pre-production, WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? develop the camera skills needed to film for TV, making and editing equipment, plus you will have the • Critical analysis of media texts, including film video and film production tasks and the editing opportunity to visit Hollywood in Los Angeles as part posters, TV, advertising and evaluation skills needed in post-production. of your studies. • Critical analysis of print and web content, including WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? newspapers, online news, music videos, computer Your work for this course will include the development games and radio programmes • Classical and New Hollywood Cinema of a portfolio of work which logs your progress, • The way that different groups are represented • Contemporary American Mainstream and reflects your research and evaluates the skills you have within the Media Independent Film developed. You will also learn how media products are • Audience responses to media texts • Contemporary British Film consumed and how audiences interact with creative • Production skills in desktop publishing, • Global Cinema media products. In our extended units you will be web-page design and filming and editing • Documentary given an opportunity to undertake work experience • Silent Film with a media company, and work for real clients producing advertisements and promotional videos. • Experimental Film A-Level Enrichment Dance Dance Academy

WHAT IS DANCE? Theory Dance A-Level will allow you to explore and develop • Dance History your talent for movement. Enabling you to improve • Beginnings of Dance in Britain your physical skills and your creative imagination. • Rambert Dance Company 1966 – 2002 Dance gives you the opportunity to acquire experience • Four professional works by Rambert of performance and choreography and to engage in • Independent Contemporary Dance Scene in Britain critical thinking. 2000+ You will perform and interpret dance ideas, create and • Four professional works by ICDSB practitioners choreograph your own dances and write about dance • In depth study of two set works – Rooster (Bruce, through the study of professional works. You will be 1991) and Sutra (Cherkaoui, 2008) – ADD taught in Contemporary Dance technique classes, Choreographic workshops and Theoretical lessons. • Preparation for Written examination WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? Practical WHAT IS THE DANCE ACADEMY? WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Technique Newman’s Dance Academy, Newmanoeuvres, You will receive additional dance training alongside • Choreography is a contemporary dance performance company your Sixth Form studies such as: • Solo tasks for talented College dancers. • Technique classes • Duet/Trio/Group tasks – ADD It is an enrichment opportunity that you can • Choreographic sessions • Evaluation audition for to take part in alongside your studies. • Live performances • Development of skills • Performance rehearsal

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WHAT IS PERFORMING ARTS? The Performing Arts BTEC courses will introduce you to a broad range of styles and approaches to many aspects of performing, further training and working professionally in the industry. It will enrich your ability to develop and realise roles from published material, devised performance material and help you to create your career plan. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • For the Foundation Diploma in any of the disciplines you will study: • Exploring Performance Styles • Creating Performance Material • Performing for an Audience • Planning a Career in the Industry For the Extended Diploma you will study all of the above, plus: • Using Development Plans to Refine Skills • Producing a Personal Project • Using Material for Self-promotion and Networking • Undertaking a Defined Creative or Administrative Role • Using Creative Collaboration to Develop a Project • Producing a Collaborative Project 16 ARTS Drama & Theatre Studies &TheatreDrama Studies A-Level perspectives ofactor, designeranddirector. response tothecomplexitiesoftheatre from the The courseencouragesacriticalandcreative techniques. and practicalexplorationoftextspractitioner analysis ofexistingandemergingperformancework, of theatre notablesthrough theobservationand The courseaimstodevelopawareness ofarange directors andpractitionersofdrama. theories ofclassicalandcontemporaryplaywrights, Drama &Theatre Studieslooksatthepracticesand WHAT ISDRAMA&THEATRE STUDIES? • • • Year 13 • • Year 12 WHAT WILLYOUSTUDY? • •

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7ARTS 17 A-Level BTEC FOUNDATION DIPLOMA ENRICHMENT Music Music PRODUCTION Arts Award

WHAT IS MUSIC? WHAT IS MUSIC PRODUCTION? WHAT IS THE ARTS AWARD? Music A-Level offers the opportunity to analyse, Music Production is focused on developing the The Arts Award is an opportunity for students to get perform and compose in a variety of different styles important skills required in today’s music industry. involved in the arts in a more hands-on way. It is a to develop your skills, confidence and music theory. You will undertake a range of hands-on practical Level 3 qualification and is worth 35 UCAS points, projects including performance, recording and which will count towards your university entry. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? producing, electronic music and sound synthesis. • Performance Unit - you will present between WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? 6 – 12 minutes of performance work either as WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? The Arts Award encompasses Art in the broader a solo performer or as part of an ensemble Compulsory units: sense, allowing you to focus on your preferred area • Coursework unit - you will complete between DAW Production – Externally assessed of art, be that Music, Performing Arts/Drama or Art & 4.5 – 10 minutes of composition from a minimum (Assessed in Year 1) Design. You will gain a deeper understanding of the of two compositions. Composition one can be Mixing and Mastering Techniques – arts world through research and volunteering/training in any chosen style and composition two is a Internally assessed projects as well as producing your own original art work/performance pieces. technical exercise with a given brief in the Specialist Compulsory units: Western Classical Tradition Studio Recording Techniques (Assessed in Year 1) • Analysis of the Development of the Symphony or (1750-1900) and gain an understanding of how musical elements are used in Rock & Pop, Music for Sound and Media (Assessed in Year 1) from structure to studio techniques You will choose two more units from the following list to complete your qualification: Live Sound Working and Developing as a Production Team Creative Synthesis and Sampling 19 Commercial Music Production ARTS ARTS

BTEC Extended Certificate 18 18 Music Performance

WHAT IS BTEC MUSIC PERFORMANCE? BTEC Music Performance is a well-rounded programme of study which prepares you for many aspects of work within the music industry. You will focus on Performance, Composition, Musicianship and Professional Practice. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? Compulsory units: 1 Practical Music Theory and Harmony – Internally Assessed (in Year 2) 2 Professional Practice in the Music Industry – Externally Assessed (in Year 2, timed conditions) 3 Ensemble Music Performance – Externally Assessed (in Year 1) Optional units: You will choose one more unit from the following list to complete your qualification: Music Performance Session Styles – Internally Assessed (in Year 1) or Solo Performance – Internally Assessed (in Year 1) A-Level English LANGUAGE A-Level AND LITERATURE English Literature

WHAT IS ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND WHAT IS ENGLISH LITERATURE? LITERATURE? English Literature is the study of poetry, prose and A-Level English Language and Literature allows you drama from a variety of different historical periods. to study language and the way in which we use it, You will analyse texts aesthetically, stylistically and whilst developing your writing skills, as well as studying politically as we look at their impact and beauty, their a range of novels, poems, Shakespeare, post-1900 mastery of the English language and the importance drama and classic non-literary texts. of their meanings in contributing to the experience of what it is to be human. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? The pre-1914 Poetry Anthology will give you a WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? comprehensive introduction to the development Component 1 Poetry Exam of English Literature from the Renaissance to the Chaucer- ‘The Merchant’s Prologue and Tale’ Victorian period, referencing key literary movements Larkin’s ‘The Whitsun Weddings’ and Duffy’s and the broad range of social, political, historical and ‘Mean Time’ cultural factors that influenced writers. Component 2 Drama Exam Non-fiction is covered through the study of ‘In Cold Shakespeare- ‘The Tempest’ Blood’, where narrative bias is explored alongside Pre and post 1900 drama- Webster’s ‘The Duchess the novelist and journalistic devices used by Capote of Malfi’ and Williams’ ‘ A Streetcar Named Desire’ to produce this classic American text. Also, through Component 3 Unseen Exam studying discourse analysis, you will learn how to Unseen prose- 1880-1910 analyse spoken English in a variety of forms, including Unseen poetry transcript analysis, scriptwriting and dramatic Component 4 NEA- monologues. Other texts include; In Cold Blood, 21 3,500 word essay comparing a post-2000 novel Jane Eyre, Othello, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. to a pre- 2000 novel HUMANITIES

A-Level GCSE 20 HUMANITIES 20 English Language English Language

WHAT IS ENGLISH LANGUAGE? WHAT IS GCSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE? English Language is the study of spoken and written GCSE English Language involves the essential skills words and how writers use language to fulfil purposes, of reading, writing, speaking and listening. A GCSE in target specific audiences, reveal attitudes and evoke English Language is invaluable! Whether you want to emotions. The course is quite technical and you will be go to university, apply for an apprenticeship or a job; equipped with the tools and vocabulary to deconstruct employers and universities will insist upon it as a basic texts in detail, looking specifically at how words and requirement. It is very important to be confident in the grammatical structures can affect meaning. use of language because many of the skills required in everyday life draw upon this in order to achieve WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? success. At Newman you can take a re-sit in English • Non-fiction analysis and production Language alongside a selection of BTEC and A Level (e.g. travel, review and advice writing etc.) courses dependent on entry requirements. • Fiction analysis and production Aimee Clement (e.g. dystopian, gothic and crime etc.) WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? Penwortham Girls High School • Conversation Analysis You will study extracts of 20th Century Literature, 19th A-Levels: English Literature, • Power and Political Language and 21st Century non-fiction texts and produce both creative and transactional/persuasive pieces of writing. Modern History AND Psychology • Standard and Non Standard English You will also complete a speaking and listening task • Child Language Development which will consist of a formal presentation. • Language Change – The History of English and Language of 21st Century • Gender A-Level A-Level FRENCH SPANISH

WHAT IS A-LEVEL FRENCH? WHAT IS A-LEVEL SPANISH? Studying French A-Level will enable you to build on the Studying Spanish A-Level will enable you to build skills that you have learnt at GCSE and deepen your on the skills that you have learnt at GCSE and understanding of the language, culture, society and deepen your understanding of the language, culture, history of France, as well as develop your grammatical society and history of Spain, as well as develop your knowledge and your spoken fluency. grammatical knowledge and your spoken fluency. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Family structures in France • Modern and traditional values in Hispanic society • Traditional and modern French values • Cyberspace in Hispanic society • Friendships/relationships/citizenship in France • Equal rights in Hispanic society • French Youth trends • Modern day idols in Hispanic society • Issues and personal identity, education and • Spanish regional identity employment opportunities as well as Literature, • Hispanic culture heritage the Arts, Cinema and Music in France • Immigration, racism and integration in Hispanic • Discrimination and diversity in France society • Migration and integration in France • Political life in Hispanic society, today’s youth, • Culture, history and politics of life in post-war tomorrow’s citizens France from 1940-1950 • Monarchies and dictatorships in the Hispanic world • A French work of literature and a French film • Popular movements • A Spanish work of literature and a Spanish film 3HUMANITIES 23

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22 HUMANITIES GERMAN Language Exchanges

WHAT IS A-LEVEL GERMAN? WHAT ARE LANGUAGE EXCHANGES? Studying German A-Level will enable you to build on If you choose to study French or German at Cardinal the skills that you have learnt at GCSE and deepen Newman you will be given the opportunity to take your understanding of the language, culture, society part in our Language Exchange Programme. We and history of Germany, as well as develop your have fantastic links with schools in both France and grammatical knowledge and your spoken fluency. Germany and it is a great opportunity to improve your vocabulary, boost your language ability and practise WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? your conversation skills. • Family structures in Germany WHAT WILL YOU DO? • Traditional and modern German values • Friendships/relationships/citizenship in Germany You will get the chance to stay in your chosen country with a host family, as well as hosting your French or • German Youth trends German counterpart when they visit the UK. You will Isabel Love • Issues and personal identity, education and spend a week living with your host family and attend employment opportunities as well as Literature, some lessons at their school, as well as spending St Michaels HIGH SCHOOL the Arts, Cinema and Music in Germany time as a tourist with your exchange partner and their A-Levels: English Literature, French, • Discrimination and diversity in Germany classmates as guides. You will also get the opportunity History AND Core Maths • Migration and integration in Germany to play host when your foreign exchange partner visits • Culture, history and politics of life in Germany the UK. from 1989 onwards • A German work of literature and a German film - A Level A-Level POLITICS Philosophy

WHAT IS POLITICS? • Elections & referendums WHAT IS PHILOSOPHY? A-Level Politics will give you a good understanding • Political parties Philosophy literally means ‘the love of wisdom’. If you of the factors that are driving change all around us • Pressure groups enjoy puzzling over the great issues of our lives and and how to make a difference yourself. Unless we • The EU are curious about encountering new ideas, then you understand how the government works, we will never Government & Politics of the USA including: should consider Philosophy. It is highly regarded as an be able to play a full and active part in society. We academic A-Level subject by Britain’s top universities, • Constitutional framework will always be on the receiving end of other people’s as it develops your evaluative skills through debate of wisdom, rather than being in a position to advance • Congress the great issues in Philosophy. our own agenda. The study of politics takes in grand • The President WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? issues of government and of justice, but also takes • US Supreme Court you behind these formal facades and seeks to • Electoral process & direct democracy You will study some of the ‘big questions’ understand the crucial questions of where power • Political parties within Philosophy such as: lies and helps you to understand ‘who gets what, • Pressure groups • How accurate is our perception in telling how and why’. us about the world? • Civil rights • Is certain knowledge possible? WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? Comparative of UK & US political systems • Can we know right from wrong as a matter of fact? • The Constitution including: • Does God exist? • Parliament • Constitutional arrangements • What is the relationship between the mind • The Government • Executives, judiciaries and the body? • The Judiciary & devolution of power to • Electoral & party systems • You will also consider the world’s great regional assemblies • Pressure groups Philosopher’s ideas in relation to these topics • Democracy & participation • Civil rights 5HUMANITIES 25 • Political Ideas including: Liberalism, Conservatism, Socialism, Anarchism, Feminism

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24 HUMANITIES Ethics, Philosophy & Religion GEOGRAPHY

WHAT IS ETHICS, PHILOSOPHY & RELIGION? Christianity: WHAT IS GEOGRAPHY? At a time when discussions of religion, religious beliefs • Contrasting Beliefs and Practices, including Geography is the study of people and places. and the relevance of a belief in God are constantly in Ideas about God and the Afterlife In A-Level Geography you will look at how the the media, this course will give you the opportunity • The Purpose of Life, Good Conduct and Morality human and physical worlds interact, how people to engage with, and respond to, some of the most relating to War and Weapons of Mass Destruction affect their environment and how the environment important questions facing society today. By the end • Debates Surrounding Gender and Sexuality affects them. Geography also develops your use of of your study, you will be able to explain, interpret and in Christianity a range of transferable skills, including numeracy compare religious beliefs and apply them to a range of • Challenges to Christianity in the Modern World, and statistics when manipulating data, and philosophical and ethical issues. including Science and Secularisation graphical and cartographic skills when displaying and interpreting data. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? Ethics: WHAT IS COVERED? • The Meaning of ‘Good’ and the Extent of • Water and Carbon Cycles Human Freedom • Changing Places • Ways of Making Moral Decisions • Hazards • Human and Animal Ethical Issues • Coastal systems and landscapes • Does Everyone Have a Conscience? • Population and the environment Philosophy Of Religion: • Global systems and global governance • Arguments for and Against the Existence of God • The Possibility of Religious Experiences and Miracles • The Possibility of Life after Death and the Existence of the Soul • Is it Meaningful to Talk about God? 27 HUMANITIES ements of a icarious liability itiating factors contract V tort Defences in Remedies in tort Requir Contract terms V and (misrepresentation economic duress) Discharge of a contract Remedies in contract law elating to legal • • • • • • • • ous fences fences ch, arrest and detention, murder, voluntary voluntary and detention, murder, ch, arrest Applying the Law: police powers of stop and sear theft, involuntary manslaughter, manslaughter, criminal damage, fraud and burglary, robbery, general defences. This unit is externally assessed. Aspects of Family Law: law r and maintenance. marriage, cohabitation, divorce This unit is internally assessed Elements of criminal Elements of liability Non-fatal of including assault Fatal of and including murder manslaughter General defences in criminal law Law making The legal system including the courts Liability in negligence Private nuisance and the escape of danger things Year 13 Topics: Year • • WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? WILL WHAT • • • • • • • • etation, e of the civil TE Dispute Solving in civil law: structur of sources courts, alternative dispute resolution, advice and funding in civil cases, judicial precedent, of breach the law of negligence (duty of care, calculated, duty and damage); how damages are contributory negligence. This unit is externally assessed Investigating Aspects of the Criminal Law and the Legal System: parliamentary law making, influences on Parliament, statutory interpr legislative process, delegated legislation, European the judiciary, legal personnel (the legal profession, magistrates and juries), funding a criminal case, elements of a crime, sentencing and non-fatal This unit is internally assessed offences. WHAT IS BTEC APPLIED LAW? LAW? IS BTEC APPLIED WHAT practical The Applied Law BTEC will take on a more to studying Law and gain an understanding approach as such of the work and skills involved in legal careers, Legal Executives and Paralegals. WILL YOU STUDY? WHAT 12 Topics: Year • • WHAT IS LAW A-LEVEL? A-LEVEL? LAW IS WHAT the systems Law involves understanding The study of in making the the personnel involved in place and and which guide the conduct rules and regulations, On the Law A-Level course behaviour of society. from types of Law, you will learn about the different the differences Law, and Contract Criminal Law to Tort types of punishments that you between them and the the law. for breaking can receive Applied Law BTEC EXTENDED CERTIFICA Level A-Level Law

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WHAT IS MODERN WORLD HISTORY? WORLD HISTORY? IS MODERN WHAT Modern History allows you to critically evaluate World at a History 19th and 20th Century British and World expansion, development and conflict. time of great WILL YOU STUDY? WHAT • • • A-Level MODERN WORLD HISTORY

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• • • • • WHAT IS CLASSICS: ANCIENT HISTORY? ANCIENT HISTORY? IS CLASSICS: WHAT A serious study of the past is vital in helping the it has come 21st Century world understand where it faces the problems and how to address from and reconstruction It not only involves the today. of the past, but the development of interpretation the critical skills necessary to unlocking its secrets. WILL YOU STUDY? WHAT • WHAT IS CRIMINOLOGY? IS WHAT of crime that looks at the types Applied Criminology how our society and examines take place within is deemed ‘criminal’. we decide what behaviour of the personnel it looks at the roles Additionally, is detected. If you have involved when a crime a legal Police Force, aspirations to work in the a keen sciences, or have or forensic profession then this in crime and criminal behaviour, interest course could be for you. WILL YOU STUDY? WHAT types you will look at different During the first year, of crime and perceptions of crime, influences on will also You why some crimes go unreported. of why people begin to gain an understanding commit crimes. For the second year of the course, you will start by gaining a deeper understanding of the a crime scene to the criminal justice system, from processes look at the different You’ll courtroom. the moment the and personnel involved from identification of a crime takes place, all the way to the verdict. through of In the final unit, you will apply your understanding theories, criminological of criminality, the awareness of bringing an accused to as well as the process of social to evaluate the effectiveness court, in order to deliver criminal justice policy. control A-Level

ANCIENT HISTORY Applied Diploma Applied Criminology 6HUMANITIES 26 A-Level Computer Science

WHAT IS COMPUTER SCIENCE? You will learn the C# Programming Language from Computing is fundamental to almost all areas of scratch and we will also teach you games design modern life. Recent studies in the US predict out of all within a games engine called MonoGame. Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) jobs forecast for the next two years (to 2022) 74% of You will also study the theory of Computer Science them will be in Computer Science. The Video games – a selection of topics are shown below: industry is now bigger than the Movie and Music • Fundamentals of programming industry combined. • The Fundamentals of data structures Our Computer Science A-Level course is designed to • Fundamentals of algorithms offer you a solid foundation across this subject. It will • Theory of computation help you develop the knowledge and skills required • Fundamentals of data representation to meet the demands of the many careers available • Fundamentals of computer systems to you, such as a Programmer, Systems Analyst and Games Designer. If you enjoy problem-solving and • The Fundamentals of computer organisation and meeting challenges, creating programs from scratch architecture (including games), then Computer Science is the right • Consequences of uses of computing course for you. • Fundamentals of communication and networking • Fundamentals of databases WHAT WILL I STUDY? • Big Data One of the most enjoyable parts of the course for • Fundamentals of functional programming students is the year-long project which will run across both years of your course. This is a program you create from scratch and can be anything from a Unity TECHNOLOGY 29 Game, VR system, App Development, Robotics or any other technical topic you might have an interest in.

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28 TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

WHAT IS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY? The BTEC IT course will give you a strong understanding and knowledge of the principles which underpin modern technology and will develop your analytical and problem-solving skills as well as your technical abilities. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Using Social Media in Business • Creating Systems to Manage Information • Information Systems • Data Modelling Frolynne Rose Salido • Computer Programming • IT Project Management Our Lady’s HIGH SCHOOL • Cyber Security & Incident Management A-Levels: Computer Science, • Software Testing Modern History AND Maths • IT Service Delivery • Computer Games Development • Big Data and Business Analytics • Website Development • Business Process Modelling Tools A-Level PHYSICAL EDUCATION

WHAT IS PHYSICAL EDUCATION? Physical Education brings together a fascinating range of topics, including Anatomy and Physiology, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Sports Psychology, Sociology, History and Technology. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Skill & Performance • Learning & Performance • Feedback & Guidance • Movement Analysis • Cardiovascular System • Respiratory System • Globalisation • Neuromuscular System • Energy Systems • VO2 max & OBLA • EPOC • Energy Expenditure • Specialist Training

• Information Processing SPORTS 31 • Sociology in Sport

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30 SPORTS SPORT

WHAT IS SPORT? By its very nature, the Sport BTEC course is ‘hands- on’ in its approach. It will provide you with a solid understanding in theory, before training you in the practical elements of working in the industry. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? As part of the BTEC Sport course you will study a combination of more theoretical units such as Anatomy & Physiology and more practical units such as Sports Coaching and Leadership. You will also have the opportunity to study Sports KIRSTY RUSHTON Massage, which, together with the Sports Injuries unit, is fantastic for progression into careers such as Sports Carr Hill Therapy or rehab. Your assessments will vary from unit BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA: Sport to unit; some will be externally assessed with an exam, but a lot of the course is coursework-based. Enrichment Sports Academies

WHAT ARE SPORTS ACADEMIES? At Cardinal Newman we have Academies in Netball, Basketball and a Centre of Excellence in Football. If you want to play sport at a high, competitive level, whilst also completing your A-Level or BTEC studies, our academies will allow you to improve your skills, play against some of the best teams regionally and nationally, as well as apply for scholarship opportunities in America. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? Being part of one of the academies or the Centre of Excellence involves up to five hours of training per week which is timetabled into your College day. There are competitive matches every week and you will also benefit from built in curriculum support for all of your subjects, allowing you to maximise both your academic and your sporting potential. 3SPORTS 33

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32Newman SPORTS Active

WHAT IS NEWMAN ACTIVE? Newman Active is an initiative to get more staff and students engaged in physical activity for both their physical and mental wellbeing. Funded by Sport England, we are able to offer a range of free activities for students to get involved in throughout the week. WHAT CAN YOU DO? • UV Sports Party • Free sessions at Energi Trampoline Park • Running Club • Clubbercise James Murray • Yoga • HIIT Class Archbishop Temple HIGH School • Indoor Cricket A-Levels: Chemistry, Maths, Physics • Five-a-Side Football and Basketball Academy • Ten-Pin Bowling • Laser Tag And much more… A-Level A-Level Maths Further Maths

WHAT IS MATHS? WHAT IS FURTHER MATHS? A-Level Maths is a fantastic subject, which offers you Maths is such a vast subject with so many the opportunity to develop your logic, reasoning and applications, Further Maths A-Level provides the problem solving skills through the study of both Pure opportunity to develop some of the concepts met in Maths, such as algebra, geometry and functions with A-Level Maths as well as study a greater variety of Applied Maths modules. It shows potential employers applications. It attracts students who thoroughly enjoy that you have a highly logical mind that can present the subject and are keen to extend their understanding organised arguments to solve numerical problems - and knowledge as it provides the chance to study a skill which is highly sought after. some more demanding and abstract concepts. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Quadratics Pure: • Coordinate Geometry Matrices, Complex Numbers, Algebra and • Algebraic Fractions Functions, Proof, Calculus, Vectors • Differentiation Applied: • Integration Algorithms, Graph Theory, Critical Path Analysis, • Vectors Linear Programming, Discrete Probability • Trigonometry Distributions, Hypothesis Testing • Sequences and Series • Exponentials and Logarithms • Numerical Methods • Functions NUMBERS 35 • Proof

0.5 A-Level GCSE

34 NUMBERS CORE MATHS Maths

WHAT IS CORE MATHS? WHAT IS GCSE MATHS? Core Maths is equivalent to half an A-Level and will GCSE Mathematics is essential for your future career earn you up to 20 UCAS points. This is a one year prospects and is a qualification which is held in high course which can be studied in either Year 12 or regard by all employers. It is a valuable qualification Year 13 with just two lessons per week. and if you are intending to go to university to study at degree level, all university courses list it as an WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? entry requirement. There is a growing demand for employees with good maths ability, so by studying Core Maths you will be WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? able to boost your Maths skills, helping you to prepare This is a one year course, which will be delivered you for your future career. It supports the mathematical in a friendly and supportive environment. You will content of your other subjects and can be particularly be encouraged to attempt a re-sit in November, to LAWRENCE TANG useful to students who are studying subjects such as free up time for your other studies. You will be set Psychology and Computer Science but don’t wish to weekly achievable tasks, with regular feedback, Lytham, St Annes High School take a full A-Level in Maths. letting you know how you are progressing. You will A-Levels: Maths, Further Maths, be well supported as you try to overcome this often Computer Science AND Statistics challenging hurdle. The two final exams are taken in the summer and will follow the same format as your GCSE exams at school, with a calculator paper and a non-calculator paper. A-Level Accounting

WHAT IS ACCOUNTING? Accounting involves producing accounting statements from scratch, from the initial invoice or receipt, all the way to calculation of profit and the value of the business. You will understand what the information means to the business, make judgements and give advice in order to improve their financial performance. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Types of business organisation • Introduction to final accounts • Adjustments to final accounts • Source documents, books of prime entry and the division of the ledger • Double entry bookkeeping • Cash books and bank reconciliation statements • Control accounts • Correction of errors • Accounting concepts • Limited company accounts • Ratios 7NUMBERS 37 • Budgeting • Marginal costing

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36 NUMBERS Statistics

WHAT IS STATISTICS? Statistics is used in everything from deciding how much orange juice Booths or Aldi will buy next year, to whether or not a new drug will indeed cure a serious illness. It is a subject relating to the collection, analysis, interpretation or explanation and presentation of data. This branch of Mathematics is used in situations involving variability or uncertainty, such as weather forecasting, finance or assessing the effects of medicines. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Numerical measures – averages and spread • Reading and interpreting statistical diagrams SUMMER MUIRHEAD • Probability theory • Discrete random variables Broughton High School • Binomial probability distribution A-Levels: PE, Law and Applied Criminology • Normal distribution • Correlation and Regression • Sampling • Approximations • Hypothesis tests for the mean • Hypothesis tests for proportions • Non-parametric tests • Contingency tables • Poisson distribution • Linear combinations A-Level Biology

WHAT IS BIOLOGY? Biology is a natural science concerned with the study of life and living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, evolution, distribution, identification and taxonomy. It is an exciting and rapidly advancing science. Biologists are making an increasing contribution to ensuring the world becomes a healthier and safer place. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Biological molecules • Cells • Organisms exchange subjects with their environment • Genetic information • Variation and relationships between organisms • Energy transfers in and between organisms • How organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments • Genetics • Populations • Evolution • Ecosystems SCIENCES 39 • The control of gene expression

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38 SCIENCES Chemistry

WHAT IS CHEMISTRY? • Enthalpy changes Chemistry helps us to understand materials, • Core Organic Chemistry explain properties and observations and to develop • Nomenclature and basic concepts of organic problem-solving skills. Using Chemistry we can live chemistry more sustainably, contributing to the development • Hydrocarbons including alkanes and alkenes of renewable and low carbon energy sources. • Alcohol and Haloalkane chemistry Synthesis of organic molecules can help us to develop • Organic synthesis and Modern Analytical pharmaceuticals to improve human health in a Techniques (Mass Spectrometry and Infra-Red changing world. Spectroscopy) WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Esters In Year 12, Foundations in Chemistry including: • Development of practical skills is embedded Alex Suleman • Atomic Structure and isotopes throughout the course • Compounds, Formulae and equations Christ the King High School • The mole and calculations involving the amount of BTEC Extended Diploma: Applied Science substance • Acid-base and RedOx reactions and titrations • Electron configurations and orbital theory • Ionisation energy and trends in the Periodic Table • Chemical Bonding and structure (linked to physical properties) • Chemistry of Group 2 and Group 7 elements • Qualitative analysis A-Level Physics

WHAT IS PHYSICS? Physics is both the everyday and extraordinary, from explaining why the sky is blue, to understanding quantum theory and Einstein’s relativity. A-Level Physics combines practical investigations and experiments with theoretical ideas, giving you the skills to logically analyse and solve problems; skills which can be applied to any scientific or mathematical challenge. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Mechanics • Materials • Capacitors • Waves • Thermal Physics • Quantum Physics • Nuclear Physics • Practical Skills • Magnetic Fields • Electricity • Special Relativity • Particle Physics • Gravitational fields • Electric Fields • Periodic Motion 41 SCIENCES

enrichment Extended Diploma 40 SCIENCES MEDICAL SOCIETY Applied Science

WHAT IS THE MEDICAL SOCIETY? WHAT IS APPLIED SCIENCE? The Medical Society, or MedSoc, is an enrichment Applied Science is the study of the three main opportunity for students with realistic aspirations of disciplines of Biology, Chemistry and Physics. becoming a Doctor, Dentist or Vet. The programme aims WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? to support students throughout the application process for a medical degree course, giving them the best You will complete a range of units covering the possible chance of success. fundamentals of Science, where you will study the basic building blocks of the three core Science If you are studying A-Level Chemistry, you will be invited disciplines – from chemical reactions to energy to apply to join the MedSoc. As there are only 50 places transfer. You will develop practical skills through each year, places will be awarded based on GCSE results multiple practical based units and carry out and performance during the first term of study independent research tasks. at Newman. In the second year of the course, you will continue to WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? develop your practical skills, whilst completing multiple The programme is made up of lectures and visits during units in Physics, Chemistry and Biology – including the spring and summer term of Year 12. At the start of how the body works, medical physics and how to Year 13, the MedSoc opens up to anyone who is planning control chemical reactions. to apply for Medicine, Dentistry or Vet Science and has achieved at least B grades at the end of their first year. The second year, the focus of the programme becomes producing personal statements and preparation for interviews at Medical Schools and for the UKCAT or BMAT tests. Students will be able to take part in MMIS, which are mock interviews conducted by university professionals. A-Level Psychology

WHAT IS PSYCHOLOGY? • Brain structure and functioning Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind • Understanding disorders – phobias and autism and behaviour. If you have ever wondered why some • Measuring differences – intelligence and language people become aggressive and commit crimes, or of psychopaths questioned the extent to which individuals obey a • Debates in Psychology – e.g. nature /nurture, person of authority, then Psychology may be for you. free-will /determinism Psychology will help you to answer these questions • Mental Health and gain an insight into the motivations and reasons • Criminal Psychology behind a range of behaviours. • Sport Psychology WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? Research Methods: • Including experiments • Self-report • Observations • Correlations • Data analysis and how science works Core Studies: • Responses to people in authority • Responses to people in need • Memory 3PEOPLE 43 • Attention • External influences on children’s behaviour • Moral Development

BTEC EXTENDED CERTIFICATE A-Level 42 PEOPLE APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY Sociology

WHAT IS BTEC APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY? WHAT IS SOCIOLOGY? Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and Sociology is the study of the development, structure behaviour. The BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate and functioning of human society. You will consider in Applied Psychology offers you a thorough issues such as causes of public violence, why children understanding in applying the principles and theories from wealthier backgrounds outperform those from of psychology. poorer backgrounds in the education system, why there are so few women in British prisons, and in WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? general, why women commit less crime than men do. You will study four units: WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Psychological approaches and applications Harrison Botes • Families and Households • Conducting psychological research • Education Our Lady’s High School • Health psychology • Research Methods A-Levels: PE, ENGLISH COMBINED AND APPLIED CRIMINOLOGY • Criminal and forensic psychology • Beliefs in Society • Crime and Deviance with Sociological Theory and Methods BTEC L2 and L3 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE, A-Level Diploma and Extended Diploma Business Studies Business Studies

WHAT IS BUSINESS STUDIES? WHAT IS BTEC BUSINESS STUDIES? Business A-Level lifts the lid on business organisations The BTEC Level 3 in Business at Cardinal Newman and investigates what makes them tick. Functions gives every learner the opportunity to develop a real such as marketing, human resources, product understanding of what is involved, both theoretically development and finance all have to work closely and practically, in becoming an effective business together in order to achieve the aims and objectives professional. We will give you a greater involvement of the business. You will also look at influences outside with businesses, so more trips to businesses, more of the business that affect it, such as the economy. research of real businesses, a work placement in the second year and a greater development of WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? the personal skills you will need to succeed in the In your first year you will learn what it takes to set business world. up and run a business and the types of business organisations there are. You will then look at financial WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? aspects of business along with the human and There are a certain number of mandatory units, whilst operational areas. the optional units are chosen to provide you with the The second year of the course considers a broader best opportunity to achieve at your highest level. overview of business strategies, economic influences • Marketing on the business, and how the different parts of the • Personal and business finance business react to these issues, as well as learning • Event management tools to analyse and judge the success of a business. • International business • Principles of management

• Market research PEOPLE 45 • Project management PEOPLE

A-Level BTEC EXTENDED CERTIFICATE, Diploma and Extended Diploma

44 Economics Travel and Tourism

WHAT IS ECONOMICS? WHAT IS TRAVEL AND TOURISM? Economics is the study of scarcity, and concerns A qualification in Travel and Tourism tells potential the allocation of society’s scarce resources amongst employers that you have well-developed research their many competing uses; in short, it looks at the skills, excellent time management, you are able to way the world works. work in a team and that you have the necessary ‘people’ skills to manage others effectively. WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? You will develop a range of skills required for a • The operation of markets and market failure managerial career through a range of varied and • Economic methodology and the economic problem interesting projects, tailored to match your interests • Price determination in a competitive market and ambitions. • Production, costs and revenue You will also have the opportunity to complete a • Competitive and concentrated markets relevant work placement, to use your newly acquired • The market mechanism, market failure and skills in an industry setting. A variety of trips will also government intervention in markets be organised for you to see the industry in action. • The national economy in a global context WHAT IS COVERED? • The measurement of macroeconomic performance • Investigating destinations and visitor attractions • How the macro economy works: the circular flow of in the UK, Europe and world-wide income, AD/AS analysis, and related concepts • How to meet the needs of different travel • Economic performance and tourism customers • Macroeconomic policy • How travel and tourism businesses operate • Pr eparing for employment in the travel and tourism industry BTEC EXTENDED CERTIFICATE, Diploma and Extended Diploma Health & Social Care

WHAT IS HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE? WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? If you are interested in working with people of a variety • Human Lifespan Development of ages and in a range of settings, from babies or • Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs children to people with special needs or learning • Care Values difficulties, to families and young people or the elderly • Working in Health and Social Care and you are an approachable, trustworthy and enthusiastic person, this course may be for you. • Supporting Individuals with Additional Needs If you are studying the Diploma or Extended Diploma you will also study: • Work Experience (placement 100 hours) • Principles in Safe Practice • Promoting Public Health • Enquiries in current research In addition to all of the above, if you are studying the Extended Diploma you will also study: • Anatomy and Physiology • Nutrition • Infection Prevention and Control • Physiological Disorders As part of the Diploma and Extended Diploma

courses, you will also get the chance to complete 47 a minimum of 100 placement hours in a range of settings, including Lancashire Teaching Hospitals. PEOPLE

BTEC Extended Diploma BTEC TRANSITION PROGRAMME 2020 PROSPECTUS 46 PEOPLE 46 NHS Careers Plus Children & Young People’s Workforce WHAT IS NHS CAREERS PLUS?

NHS Careers Plus is a bespoke course for those WHAT IS CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE’S interested in working with people of a variety of ages WORKFORCE? in a hospital setting. You will be studying the Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care, alongside a two- This is a one-year programme designed to embed day placement with Lancashire Teaching Hospitals in alongside a Maths or English GCSE resit, whilst providing Preston & Chorley. This is a unique opportunity to work the opportunity to develop the skills, experience, closely with health professionals and a range of client knowledge and behaviours to support progression groups, from people with special needs or learning onto a Level 3 programme. difficulties, to families and young people and to the You will conduct work experience within industry elderly. If you have an approachable, trustworthy, specific settings, aiming to support your confidence, enthusiastic and compassionate nature, this course personal and professional development, but importantly Zainab Pervaiz may be for you! maximising your skills for educational or employment Fulwood Academy If you are interested in taking this course, you will pathways. BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA: Health & Social Care need to apply for the Extended Diploma in Health and WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? Social Care (see above). Places on the NHS Careers This course covers a diverse range of job roles in Plus course are limited, so after your interview, the children’s settings, including early years and social care. College will be in touch to invite you to submit a letter of application to join this course. • Communication in Health, Social Care or children’s and young people settings WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Equality and inclusion You will study the same content as the BTEC • Support children and young people’s positive Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care (see above). behaviour • Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people • Contribute to the support of positive environments for children and young people 48 PEOPLE Pathways toEmployment Pathway toIndependence Level 1 Entry Level1-3 • WHAT WILLYOUSTUDY? their preferred vocationalpathway. allows studentstotaketimemakedecisionsabout them toachievetheiraspirationsforthefuture. Italso transferable workandpersonalskills,whichwillhelp vocational choices.Itallowsstudentstodevelop a steppingstonebetweenschoolandmuchwider The courseaimstogivestudentsworkingatthislevel opportunities. vocational coursesatL1/2and/oremployment/training skills toallowstudentsmoveontospecific This programme isdesignedtopromote employability WHAT ISPATHWAYS TOEMPLOYMENT? Short Vocational Courses,L1SportsLeaderAward. Certificate, ASDAN Award/Certificate Level 1,ASDAN BTEC FunctionalSkills,Level1Award/ • WHAT WILLYOUSTUDY? start togainanawareness oftheworldwork. managed andsupportedenvironment allowingyouto The programme offers workrelated experiences,ina communication skillsneededineverydaylifeandwork. strategies. Itaimstoprogress independenceand Personal andSocialDevelopmentskills The aimoftheentrylevelprogramme istopromote WHAT ISPATHWAY TOINDEPENDENCE? courses. Playmaker/Young Leader, Shortcoursevocational Development, ASDANEmployability, ArtsAward, ASDAN PersonalProgress/Personal andSocial exploration or HealthandSocial Care, tosupport career tasters inHorticulture, Performing Arts,Hospitality with alocalemployerandthere willbevocational able toundertakeaworkfamiliarisation programme organisation, teamworkandleadership. You willbe on transferableskillssuchascommunication, Y communication experience, healthandwellbeing,confidence developing self,workexplorationandrelated cover independenceinthehomeandcommunity, Communication andWellbeing. Moduleswill areas suchasLifeSkills,CommunityAccess, and generalemployabilityskillsbuildingon Y ou willfocusonEmployabilitySkills, building ou willfocusonPersonalandSocialDevelopment • • • order toprogress assessment andworkwithintheappr All studentswillundertakealiteracyandnumeracy work/life balance interpersonal skillsandcopingstrategieswith Students willbesupportedtodeveloptheir where appropriate in order toprogress. Accreditation willbepursued assessment andworkwithintheappr All studentswillundertakealiteracyandnumeracy opriate levelin opriate levels

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55 PROSPECTUS 2021 PROSPECTUS 55 56 PROSPECTUS 2021 skills. skills. your personal and developing confidence your boosting aimed at programme enrichment a unique ASPIRE is E V E I H C A ASPIRE E M M A R G O R P . T C E N N O C interests. by youandwillreflect yourown will bepersonaltoyou,chosen three categories.Your evidence the yearofyourinvolvementin showing evidencebytheendof you willhaveproduced aportfolio over thecourseofayear, and The ASPIREprogramme willrun statement andreference. or Apprenticeship personal a great additiontoyourUCAS the programme willalsomake value. Successfulcompletionof employers anduniversitiesreally of theclassroom, thekindthat some fantasticskillsoutside anddeveloping you’ll belearning from. Mostimportantlythough, and guestspeakerstohear involved with,tripstoattend, a rangeofactivitiestoget You’ll haveloads offunwith new friends. something youloveandmake something new, getinvolvedwith time withus,thechancetotry to really makethemostof your programme isyouropportunity Taking partintheASPIRE . Y O J N E E V E I H C A ASPIRE E M M A R G O R P . the Cardinal Newman community. become evenmore ofapart with yourfellow studentsand opportunity foryoutoconnect learner. Itisalsoa fantastic resilient, positiveandeffective enable youtobecomeamore available aspartofASPIREwill of sessionsandenrichment your timeatNewman.Therange allows youtomakethemostof succeed, andthisprogramme enjoying yourstudiesinorder to that youneedtobehappyand classroom. We firmlybelieve development outsideofthe to furthersupportyouwithyour The aimofthisprogramme is awareness. events, raisingmoney, raising supporting departmentcharity or outsideofCollege,e.g. contribution tocharityinand/ Charity: Evidenceofyour College events. Newman Active,supporting fundraising, peermentoring, create astudygroup, charity in oroutsideofCollege,e.g. support thespiritof‘community’ part ineventsandactivitiesthat Community: Evidenceoftaking additional reading. planandtargetsetting, learning groups, detailedindependent e.g. CurriculumPlus,study achievements inyoursubjects, your actionstodevelop Curriculum: Evidenceof WILL BEINVOLVED WITH THE CATEGORIES YOU T C E N N O C . Y O J N E Futures PROGRAMME Health Care. Teaching or Engineering, a careerin to pursue aspiring for students is designed ’ Programme Our ‘ Futures Futures engineering isrightforthem. are oftennotsure whicharea of career withinengineering,but are interested inpursuinga everyday lives.Manystudents which affects mostaspects ofour Engineering isadiverseindustry and useofclassroom technology. techniques, creating lessonplans statement andinterview ‘Why Teach?’, Personal a varietyofsessionsincluding Teaching Taster Dayandattend will enableyoutoexperiencea are availableatuniversities. It into teachingprogrammes that will helpyoutogainaninsight a teacher, ‘Future Teachers’ If youare consideringbecoming pathways withineachfield. you toexplore thepossible of theseprofessions andallowing career, introducing youtoeach to giveyouaheadstartwithyour This enrichmentprogramme aims

cardinalnewman.ac.uk please contactcareers@ any oftheFuture programmes, For more informationabout Cumbria. Taster DayattheUniversityof opportunity toattendaHealth in care. There willalsobean the sixCsandqualitystandards Techniques, anintroduction to Statement andInterview ‘Getting intoNursing’–Personal industry professionals including talks throughout theyearfrom Professions. There are several career withintheAlliedHealth for anyoneconsideringa ‘Future Health’issuitable STEM centre atUCLan. Engineering andthenew as wellvisitstoBaxi Engineering andCivil Chemical Engineering,Aerospace and EngineeringDisciplines, introduction totheprogramme variety ofsessionsincludingan the opportunitytoattenda Chemical &Civil.You willhave Fire Safety;Motorsports; of engineering:Electrical; consider thedifferent disciplines opportunity toexplore and career andgiveyouthe start withyourengineering Programme willgiveyoua head Our ‘Future Engineers’ 57 PROSPECTUS 2021 PROSPECTUS 57 hE* PROG RAMME

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Designed specifically for WHAT CAN YOU WHAT DO YOU NEED? but to any of the UK’s Russell THINKING OF A The programme comprises of students achieving the top EXPECT? Group Universities. You will CAREER IN MEDICINE? a range of activities and study grades in their GCSEs and • At least five 7s at GCSE get advice, guidance and which will support students with aspirations to progress • Access to the prestigious support on how to make the If you have a strong and to enhance their application onto a top university, either HE+ Programme THE PRESTIGIOUS best possible application, realistic commitment to to university. Successful in the UK or abroad, the HE* • Tailored support for HE+ PROGRAMME preparation for interviews studying within the fields completion of the programme

Programme will help you to applications to Medicine, including mock interviews and of Medicine, Dentistry will result in a guaranteed 592021 PROSPECTUS The HE+ Programme is realise these goals. Not only Vet Science, Dentistry, Law, seminars run by admissions or Veterinary Science at interview with the University of a prestigious programme will the programme support Maths and more tutors from Cambridge university, then the Medical Manchester for a place onto you throughout your A-Level run in conjunction with the University itself. Society is an enrichment their Medicine degree. • The opportunity to study University of Cambridge. studies, it will also give you As Cardinal Newman is one of programme which can an Extended Project We are the only University access to some fantastic Cambridge University’s HE+ develop and support you Qualification (EPQ) of Cambridge Hub for A*SUPPORT opportunities to stretch, Institutions, we aim to engage on your way. Some of the • HE* tutor groups Lancashire, which means we In addition to having challenge and develop your students in a sustained benefits of joining this society skills to make you really stand • A* support in all lessons are perfectly placed to not include receiving guidance access to all these excellent 58 PROSPECTUS 2021 58 year-long programme, only help prepare students opportunities at Newman, you out from the crowd when • Access to the Futures which includes academic on writing a UCAS personal for applying to Cambridge, will also receive timetabled applying to university. Programme extension classes, subject statement, information A* support lessons from our masterclasses, information regarding the UKCAT/BMAT dedicated tutors in all your and guidance sessions and exams and preparation subjects and be timetabled visits to Cambridge University. for possible questions at interviews. into an A* programme tutor HE+ is designed to stretch group, putting you alongside and inspire the UK’s most PRESTON WIDENING like-minded students to academically-able students, help you achieve your encouraging and preparing ACCESS PROGRAMME fullest potential. them to make competitive (PWAP) applications to top universities. PWAP is another programme aimed at supporting qualifying students who aspire to enter the medical profession, to attain a place on the Medical Undergraduate programme with the University of Manchester. 60 PROSPECTUS 2021 w for ONEOF ourOpenEvents ww.cardinalnewman.ac.uk Register YOUR INTEREST

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