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EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION WELCOME COURSE Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) 34 TO WYKE ENGLISH INDEX English Literature 35 “WYKE OFFERS A TRUE ‘SIXTH FORM’ EXPERIENCE WITH English Language 35 HIGH QUALITY SPECIALIST TEACHING, A UNIVERSITY STYLE BUSINESS and FINANCE MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES CAMPUS, A CULTURE THAT FOSTERS INDEPENDENCE, Accounting 22 German 36 ENCOURAGING STUDENTS TO BE THEMSELVES. Economics 22 French 37 As the largest A Level provider in Hull and East Riding, the Spanish 37 statistics are straightforward; students do very well at Wyke Business A Level 23 Sixth Form College, with our results justifying the position in Business BTEC 23 HUMANITIES the top 15% of all Sixth Form providers nationally. VISUAL ARTS History 38 In 2019, our pass rate percentage at A Level was 99.7%, with Government and Politics 38 the BTEC pass rate at 100%. This includes 315 of the top A* Fine Art 24 and A grades, 53% of the cohort achieving A*- B grades and Photography 24 Geography 39 a remarkable 82% achieving A*-C grades. Our BTEC pass rate was 100%, with 80 students achieving 3 Distinction*, Graphic Design 25 HEALTH and SOCIAL CARE the equivalent to three A*s at A Level, in comparison to 57 Art and Design Foundation Diploma 25 Health and Social Care 41 students in 2018. SCIENCES COMPUTING Our students have progressed to exceptional destinations with 10 students advancing to Oxbridge and 24 taking up Biology 26 IT and Computing 43 places on Medicine, Dentistry or Veterinary courses over the Chemistry 26 past 3 years. Physics 27 LAW Law 45 I hope to help even more students make exceptional progress Applied Science 27 while studying at Wyke Sixth Form College, along with Applied Law 45 developing the wider personal qualities that ensure they MEDIA and FILM truly stand out. The atmosphere here is a friendly one and expectations are high. There is little need for rules because Creative Digital Media Production 28 MATHS and ENGINEERING Mathematics 46 we expect students to be self-disciplined. Film Studies 29 Further Mathematics 46 Wyke is the perfect place to gain your independence, meet Media Studies 29 new people and enjoy new situations. Once at Wyke, you will Core Mathematics 46 be joining students from over 44 schools, spanning across SOCIAL SCIENCES and PHILOSOPHY Engineering 47 Hull, East Riding and North Lincolnshire. Criminology 30 Please visit the College and come and meet our staff, talk to Philosophy, Ethics and Religious Studies 30 MUSIC Music 48 our students and find out about the range of experiences Psychology 31 on offer. If you want to learn in a superb environment, being Music Technology 49 taught by A Level and BTEC specialist teachers whose sole Sociology 31 focus is purely sixth form students, then I can guarantee Wyke SPORT Sixth Form College is the place for you.“ PERFORMING ARTS Sport 50 Drama and Theatre 32 Physical Education 51 Performing Arts 32 Dance A Level 33 FOUNDATION PROGRAMME Dance BTEC 33 Bridge To Level 3 (Foundation Programme) 52 Paul Britton, Principal

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APPLICATION CHECKLIST

Attend one of our Open Events APPLYING Read through our prospectus considering LEVEL 3 STUDY the courses you are interested in Make an online application at wyke.ac.uk TO WYKE or via Log On Move On PROGRAMME 2020/21 Applications are open from October and continue Attend your informal interview with a At Wyke we offer more than 40 different Level Students who have a very strong profile at GCSE until August enrolment. Most students complete Three courses, allowing you to put together may choose to study an extra A Level, BTEC or member of our friendly team a specialist programme of study that exactly one year course such as an EPQ or Core Maths. their application before May as this allows them matches your interests, strengths and future a broad choice of subject combinations. Attend Wyke Start, our two day taster aspirations. Please note that some courses may have specific entry requirements. event on 1st and 2nd July 2020 As an academic sixth form college, we have the breadth and depth to deliver your course All course information is correct at the time of ONLINE CAP APPLICATION Obtain your GCSE results choices without clashes. A Wyke student would going to print but could be subject to change. APPLICATION VISIT COMMON choose three Level 3 subjects (A Level, BTEC, Attend an enrolment interview and finalise or a combination) that they will study over a WWW.WYKE.AC.UK APPLICATION your study programme two-year period. Here you can find further PROCESS information about the wide Start as a Wyke Sixth Form College student! range of courses, dates for You can make an online Open Events and an online application quickly and form to apply directly to easily by visiting the the College. If you are following website *Some students may study 4 a student at one of our www.logonmoveon.co.uk subjects where appropriate partner schools, please use for Hull and East Riding the Common Application based schools and LEVEL 3 STUDY Process recommended by www.lincs4u.co.uk PROGRAMME your school. for schools based in Lincolnshire. To make a CAP application, you will need a username and password and these are available from your school. 82% STUDY CORE SUBJECTS* OPEN EVENINGS OPEN MORNINGS SKILLS (LEVEL 3 COURSES) 24 OCTOBER - 5.30PM-8PM 30 NOVEMBER - 9AM-12PM 14 NOVEMBER - 5.30PM-8PM 29 FEBRUARY - 9AM-12PM CAREER 23 JANUARY - 5.30PM-8PM AIM WYKE START TUTORIALS ENRICHMENT COLLEGE IN 1 AND 2 JULY ACTION EVENTS 22 NOVEMBER 10AM 4 DECEMBER 10AM KEY EVENTS 19 MARCH 10AM AND DATES

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WYKE RUNS BUS AND MINIBUS SERVICES WITHIN A 40 MILE RADIUS OF OUR CAMPUS. ARE REPRESENTED AT FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR ROUTES, VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO SEE THE CLOSEST WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE BUS SERVICE TO YOU. WYKE.AC.UK/TRAVELLING-TO-WYKE

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Throughout your time at Wyke Sixth Form College, you will be given the opportunity to experience our many field trips spanning the globe. WORLD Some of our recent trips include: • Thailand • New York • Washington DC • South Africa • Mount Kilimanjaro • Iceland • Rome WIDE • Geneva • Belgium PARIS • Poland • Paris • London

THAILAND All of these visits add a richness and depth to learning a subject by actually experiencing WYKE many of the key locations, as well as giving our students the opportunity to visit places and partake in activities they may not get the chance to do again. Our trips all form part of Wyke’s Enrichment Programme, which incorporates many other vocational, academic and sporting activities.

As you can imagine, every trip is highly sought after and our students always have a fantastic experience, creating memories POLAND and making friends. MOUNT KILIMANJARO 8 9 WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS WYKE SESH

At Wyke, we believe that a rounded Study Programme goes beyond your academic course choices, as gaining great qualifications is just one aspect of your time here. There is an expectation that all students engage in some form of enrichment during their time at Wyke Sixth Form College.

The overall aim of the Enrichment Programme is to provide a range of engaging opportunities and experiences for all students at Wyke to expand new and current interests, improve independence, build character and resilience SPORT and – most importantly – to develop a love for learning. Participating in enrichment opportunities whilst studying at Wyke Sixth Form College will enable you to showcase yourself COLLEGE as an individual, not just a learner and help you PRODUCTION to stand out from the crowd when applying for university, apprenticeships or work.

A selection of the Enrichment opportunities available include: • Art and Crafts Groups • Choir • Coding • College Charity Days and Fundraising • College Production ENRICHING • Core Maths • Creative Writing • Dance • Deaf Awareness and British Sign Language (BSL) • Duke of Edinburgh • Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) PRE-MEDICAL PROGRAMME • First Aid YOUR • Green Club • Holiday Languages DANCE • Jobs Club • Mentoring Programme • Mooting Society • Music Ensemble • Pre-Medical Programme EDUCATION • Self Defence • Sport • Student Crew • Student Executive • Student Media Team • Wyke Sesh • Yoga and Wellbeing

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THRIVING IN A PRIDE CARING COMMUNITY • PRIDE IN YOURSELF – ACT WITH INTEGRITY • ACT FOR THE GOOD OF THE WHOLE COMMUNITY • TAKE PRIDE IN YOUR WORK • GET INVOLVED • TAKE PRIDE IN YOUR COLLEGE • EMPOWER AND SUPPORT OTHERS • BE PROUD TO BE FROM HERE • SHOW CARE OUR • CHALLENGE IN A SUPPORTIVE WAY ACADEMIC READY FOR EXCELLENCE THE WORLD • HAVE THE HIGHEST EXPECTATIONS • BE OPTIMISTIC AND CONFIDENT VALUES • THINK BIG IN ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS • BE INQUISITIVE, BOLD AND EXPERIMENT • DEVELOP YOUR KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS • SEE FAILURE AS AN OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN • DEVELOP THE BEHAVIOURS TO BE A SUCCESS WE ARE WYKE • PUT IN THE EFFORT REQUIRED • EXPERIENCE - DO IT • TAKE RESPONSIBILITY – BE INDEPENDENT, RESILIENT AND PROACTIVE

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STUDENT SUPPORT AND WELLBEING STUDENTS AT WYKE ARE PROVIDED WITH A HIGH LEVEL OF DEDICATED SUPPORT. WHATEVER THE PROBLEM, THERE WILL BE SOMEONE HERE TO HELP.

THE TUTOR TEAM Learning Support staff are experienced Students will need to apply by in supporting students with a whole completing an application form and Every student is allocated an individual range of additional learning needs returning this to the College along with Progress Tutor who supports and guides including Autism Spectrum Disorders, evidence of eligibility. Dyslexia and hearing or visual them through their study programme over the course of their time with us. impairments. Eligibility is based on levels of household income and this is reviewed each year to Students are placed in a tutor group Where appropriate, we work in close try to help as many students as possible. according to their year of study, and a collaboration with external agencies such Applications for September 2020 usually programme of study skills, health advice, as IPASS and Occupational Health to open towards the end of May, and you university and next steps guidance is ensure that students are fully supported need to apply by 31st July 2020 to delivered. during their time at College and in preparation for their next steps when ensure that the financial support is in place for when you start in September. The Progress Tutors work closely with leaving Wyke, whatever they may be. curriculum staff to ensure the very In addition, financial support is available best level of support for our students, All Wyke students are welcome to use as part of the vulnerable bursary for enabling them to be successful in all the quiet study areas located in Oak students who are in care or are care their subject choices. They also work in 3 and 4, for paired, small group and leavers, or in receipt of certain benefits collaboration with university and careers independent study. A small number of in their own right. If your parents are in coordinators, supporting students with lockers are also available in this area, to receipt of certain benefits, you may also their next steps after their time studying students who require one for medical be eligible for guaranteed free meals at the College. reasons. Lift keys and other specialised resources are also available to students in education. Along with this, students meet with who require them. Students are encouraged to come along and discuss their Progress Tutor regularly on a STUDENT EXECUTIVE WYKE WELLBEING BLOG one-to-one basis to discuss their their individual needs. . WYKEWELLBEING.BLOGSPOT.COM progression and decide what will help “Hey everyone, we are the Student them best in achieving their goals. The COLLEGE COUNSELLORS Executive for 2019/2020. As the current Progress Tutor team also offer pastoral Student Executive, we will make sure you support beyond the curriculum and can have your voice heard and we believe it We have a confidential counselling refer to external agencies if necessary. is of the utmost importance that your service available that all students opinions are acted on where possible. can access. Two qualified counsellors SAFEGUARDING We want to help provide the best college are available over three days at the experience for both the current students LEARNING SUPPORT College, offering onsite discrete regular Wyke Sixth Form College has a dedicated and staff and for the future. Our plans are counselling and one off drop in sessions. Safeguarding Team who are here to help The Learning Support Department extensive and can only become possible you. Rebecca Bolder is the designated offers support to any student who might through the Student Executive. Students can self refer via: Safeguarding Officer and Emotional need extra help. Personalised support [email protected] Wellbeing Manager, and her role is to is available for students with Education, What matters to us is that we understand provide support, advice and guidance Health and Care Plans, disabled what the students want and are going to all students on a daily basis regarding students and those with physical health through on a daily basis so that we safeguarding and emotional wellbeing. conditions and other learning needs. FINANCIAL SUPPORT can react in the correct ways. We want Her office is in Oak 22. Rebecca also runs to hear from you, what you want to an Emotional Wellbeing drop in session We offer advice, support and guidance Wyke Sixth Form College offers introduce into the College. on Mondays at 10:20-11:20am and with time management, organisational financial support through the college Fridays 1:40-2:40pm. skills and exam preparation as well as discretionary award. If you are eligible, Whether it be a new club to raising some small group and 1:1 support. We the college will provide you with a travel money for your favourite charity; we Rebecca also writes an emotional also liaise with the Exams Office to make pass or a meal allowance. You can also believe that the College experience needs wellbeing blog available to all students REBECCA BOLDER provision for students who have been access financial assistance towards other to be student led.” which provides advice, guidance and SAFEGUARDING OFFICER AND identified as requiring special access essential college items. external support contact details for a EMOTIONAL WELLBEING MANAGER arrangements when taking their exams. Jen Greenwood, variety of support services. President of the Student Executive

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Wyke Flyers is a programme of additional events and activities that we offer to our students who are academic highflyers achieving mainly 7s, 8s and 9s in their GCSEs.

The aim of the programme is to WYKE provide academic challenge as well as supporting students to access top performing institutions in the FLYERS UK and beyond.

SAM WINSTANLEY LUCY MOIR FORMER THE MARKET WEIGHTON FORMER SCHOOL STUDENT HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT MATHS, CHEMISTRY AND GEOGRAPHY ENGLISH LITERATURE, DRAMA AND THEATRE AND “My experience at Wyke has been GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS an overwhelming success. I thought that moving from a small school to “The independence and opportunity a larger college would be a daunting to meet new people was why I experience yet it wasn’t at all. Everyone chose to study my A Levels at the is so friendly and approachable. My College. I enjoyed being able to aim is to progress onto study Chemical complete an EPQ as it allowed me Engineering at university. Flyers has to research and write about a topic provided me with so many useful skills I found interesting. Following my and experiences including trips to the studies I would like to progress universities I am interested in going to.” onto study American Studies at the University of East Anglia or Sussex.”

MAGDA WILSON BRYAN YALUNG FORMER ST MARY’S COLLEGE STUDENT FORMER VALE STUDENT MEDIA STUDIES, PSYCHOLOGY BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY AND HISTORY AND SOCIOLOGY “I was attracted to studying at “I knew Wyke was the College I Wyke because it offered me with wanted to study at because I felt it many opportunities that would had a much more mature and relaxed allow me to progress into Higher environment than other colleges. Education. Being a Flyer I have Next year, I would like to study gained invaluable skills, experiences Human, Social and Political Sciences and support with my personal at the University of Cambridge and statement for university. I would like * my teachers and Flyers mentor to attend a Russell Group University HAVE PROGRESSED TO OXBRIDGE have offered me additional support to study History with a language.” sessions to further develop my knowledge in these areas.” *2016-2019 DESTINATION DATA 16 17 WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS

BIOLOGY, PATHWAY TO YOUR CHEMISTRY PROGRESSION AND PHYSICS HERE AT WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE, WE HAVE A CRITICAL ROLE TO PLAY IN AFFILIATED TO THE PREPARING OUR STUDENTS FOR THEIR NEXT STEPS, WHETHER THIS IS HIGHER PRE-MEDICAL PROGRAMME EDUCATION, APPRENTICESHIPS, EMPLOYMENT OR GAP YEAR OPTIONS.

CAREERS GUIDANCE PRE-MEDICAL PROGRAMME WORK EXPERIENCE NIALL KARUNARATNE During the academic year, Wyke Sixth At Wyke we recognise that applications Here at Wyke, we believe in offering Form College host multiple career work experience placements to students PHYSICS AT THE UNIVERSITY for Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary OF EDINBURGH LUCAS WILSON events, from the next steps exhibitions Science are particularly competitive. as there are many benefits. This could THE MARKET WEIGHTON SCHOOL and university speakers to sector specific In addition to the careers and UCAS include them overcoming barriers to talks with organisations. Employers entering work, either through enhancing ENGLISH LITERATURE advice in college, we offer an established AT DURHAM UNIVERSITY come into the College and speak directly programme to support students their CV, or more importantly, gaining to our students about their organisation considering applying for these subjects. confidence and really believing that and what it is like working there. they are adding a contribution to an organisation. Staff in the Science Department work MIA STOCKS Our Careers Advisors book one-to-one closely with colleagues in Careers student appointments, drop in sessions We have a Work Experience and Careers PSYCHOLOGY AT THE and UCAS to ensure students are well on specific career elements such as advised about their applications and Coordinator who is here to give advice finding the right pathway for students, receive the guidance needed to make a and guidance in getting the right CV and cover letter writing, application placements for our students. They will ERIN McCABE competitive application. Whether this support, interview preparation and is extra individual subject support to talk through the opportunities with MEDICINE AT HULL YORK MEDICAL SCHOOL building their portfolio. secure top grades, help locating work the student and help them understand experience, information on how to apply what they want to achieve from their SUPPORT WITH to university or preparation for interview, placement, giving suggestions on how to find work experience. UNIVERSITY APPLICATION Wyke Sixth Form College will be there at each stage of your medical career To help students with the university journey. EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT application process we have a dedicated We understand the importance of UCAS and Careers Coordinator. This APPRENTICESHIPS AND support includes guidance in choosing making our students aware of the career the right course of study, the right OTHER PROGRESSION opportunities that are available in the institution and what experiences they region. We work with over 250 local will want to gain from university. The We recognise that university is not companies and some of our key partners MAHMOUD HASSOUN include BAE Systems, NHS, Arco, EY and university process really begins in the the right option for all of our students SPORT THERAPY RB. Last year we hosted an “Industry first year when we introduce the next and we have a dedicated member of AND REHABILTATION THE step pathways. staff who works closely with training Evening” and a “Careers in Health” day UNIVERSITY OF DERBY providers who come into the college to help students get ready for the world Built into this is Wyke’s very own Next throughout the year to talk about of work. Steps exhibition, alongside specialised apprenticeships. This includes degree course talks from a range of university apprenticeships which are becoming We are continually building solid and providers. We ensure that all students increasingly popular. long lasting relationships with employers are given the information they require and work with them on a regular basis. to make the right, informed decision for Employers also come in regularly to give They provide activities such as work experience and give industry talks, BRIDGET ALLENBY them and their higher education journey. talks about their organisation and what they are looking for in future employees. explaining about the company they BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES AT THE work for along with their own career UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD story. Our students are also given the 10 FORMER chance to visit employers to observe WYKE STUDENTS and understand the workplace. HAVE PROGRESSED TO OXBRIDGE (2016-2019) 18 19 WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS

BIOLOGY A ACCOUNTING A* PHYSICAL EDUCATION A* CHEMISTRY A BUSINESS A* BIOLOGY A* BEYOND PHYSICS A MATHEMATICS B PSYCHOLOGY A* WYKE WILL BRANDRICK GEORGIA MIDGLEY BONGANI MATHEMA FORMER BAYSGARTH SCHOOL STUDENT FORMER STUDENT FORMER SIRIUS ACADEMY STUDENT

Wyke’s specialist A Level Upon opening his results, Will Advanced Apprenticeships “I am really excited to For many of our students, into Loughborough University. teachers, alongside our well said: “I didn’t expect to do this offer students the chance have been offered a great Sport is a big part of their life I decided that it was the established Pre-Medical well, but I have and I am just to access great training, opportunity with a really big at Wyke Sixth Form College, place I wanted to study as Programme, ensure that our over the moon.” develop skills and gain company. The qualification is whether this is studying it the facilities are great and its students have the very best qualifications with renowned similar to going to university or taking part in one of our reputation is amazing.” DID YOU KNOW? chance of progressing onto “My two years at Wyke have companies. Georgia, a but working, getting many sporting enrichments. highly competitive medical been great, the studying has former Kelvin Hall School experience and earning “My highlights at Wyke include AT WYKE WE PRIDE OURSELVES schools. been difficult, but definitely student chose this route for money at the same time.” For Bongani, it was the playing for the Football First ON THE MULTITUDE OF rewarding. It has also been a exactly those reasons. combination of the two which Team as I got some great This year, one of those very fantastic college to come to “Wyke is a really good college, secured his place to study coaching and improved a OPPORTUNITIES OFFERED deserving students was Will, and meet new people. This is Upon receiving the as today has proved with Sport and Exercise Science at lot. I also made a lot of new TO OUR STUDENTS ONCE who, inspired by his own all that I could have hoped for.” exceptional grades which these results. My highlight Loughborough University, one friends and experienced a lot personal experiences, has now have opened the door to a would be getting these grades of the world’s most prestigious of different things, more than I THEY COMPLETE THEIR accepted an offer to study Degree Level Accounting today as it shows that all of universities for Sport. would have done staying on at STUDIES WITH US. Medicine at the University of Apprenticeship at leading firm my hard work has paid off!” my school sixth form.” Lincoln. RSM, Georgia said: “I feel very happy to have got

DANCE A* APPLIED SCIENCE MEDIA STUDIES A* CRIMINOLOGY A DOUBLE DISTINCTION* GRAPHICS A PHYSICAL EDUCATION A FRENCH A ACCOUNTING D DAISY BETTS CHAELAN RSHEED MILLIE JONES FORMER HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT FORMER 14-16 STUDENT FORMER STUDENT

Former This is a massive achievement The eyes of thousands of “I am extremely proud of Former Winifred Holtby Millie really enjoyed her student Daisy Betts has for Daisy as LIPA only accept television viewers were on my grades and that I have Academy Head Girl, Millie, creative courses at Wyke, secured a place to study 4% of the thousands of Chaelan as she opened her been able to overcome this is now busy preparing for especially the practical a Degree in Dance at the students who apply. results live on ITV Calendar language barrier.” her move to the North West element of originating a new Liverpool Institute of News, revealing the grades to take up a place at The fashion magazine brand. It Performing Arts (LIPA). “I’m so excited to have needed to secure her place at “My time at Wyke has been University of Salford. is an industry that Millie is secured my place at LIPA. the University of London to great. The support has been passionate about and one day LIPA was founded by Sir I love how small the year study Pharmacy. brilliant and these grades Over the next three years, we look forward to seeing her Paul McCartney and Mark groups are as there are only mean that I can now go on to Millie will be studying Media on TV! Featherstone-Witty in 1996 around 20 in my year. I loved Chaelan came to the UK from study a degree in Pharmacy. at a campus located next to and quickly established itself the auditions and the focus Syria, meaning that alongside This is a really exciting new Media City, the home of the “I would strongly recommend as a specialist university- on choreography there. her Level 3 study, she had opportunity for me.” BBC and ITV in the North of choosing Media Studies and level provider of world class I just know it is the place some additional barriers to . Graphic Design if you are learning for performers. for me study.” overcome. creative like me, the courses and teachers are amazing.”

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A LEVEL A LEVEL BUSINESS ACCOUNTING 100% EXAMINATION 100% EXAMINATION A Level Business is for students with an Accounting provides an Accounting allows students interest in how businesses operate. excellent foundation for those to develop quantitative data wishing to pursue a career in analysis and interpretation As consumers, we should all know the the financial sector and for skills, whilst the inclusion of way businesses produce and supply those considering starting ethics and an emphasis on goods and services that we all use. You their own business. management accounting will may be interested in running your own give students the confidence business in the future and this course The course has been to communicate information provides a solid foundation for such a developed in association to non-accountants and future venture. You may wish to pursue a career with the professional bodies, clients. in business management and there are including CIMA and ICAEW many well-known organisations in retail and thus incorporates an and manufacturing which offer training element of both financial and programmes leading to recognised management accounting, qualifications. You may wish to study a therefore providing a solid business-related course at university and knowledge of the subject for A Level Business would be a valuable those entering the accounting entry qualification. profession. BTEC LEVEL 3 A LEVEL BUSINESS A COMBINATION OF EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL ASSESSED COURSEWORK ECONOMICS AND AN EXTERNAL EXAM 100% EXAMINATION There are many different career paths for those who wish to work within the Economics is a great choice You should have a genuine business sector. for students who have an interest in current affairs active interest in how we, as and be confident in your These include management, HR, finance, individuals and as a society, numerical skills and written marketing and business information make choices. ability for essays. Economics is management, with the opportunity to a challenging subject which is work both in the UK and internationally. Economics at its most highly regarded by universities fundamental is how individuals and employers. This two year course aims to prepare and society solve the problem students with the knowledge required of resources that are limited Whilst studying this to work in any industry, create their own and the unlimited demand for course, you will develop business or to further their education them. communication and at university. Throughout the course, analytical skills which will be students will have the opportunity Most students have not valuable attributes for either to participate in a variety of different studied Economics before and undergraduate study or full enrichment opportunities such as; we do not expect previous time employment. AARON LILL national entrepreneurship competitions, knowledge of the subject. FORMER MARVELL COLLEGE STUDENT visiting regional companies to allow for application of knowledge and educational ALFIE HARKER visits to prestigious universities to help FORMER STUDENT support academic progression.

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A LEVEL A LEVEL FINE ART GRAPHIC DESIGN 60% COURSEWORK 40% EXAMINATION 60% COURSEWORK 40% EXAMINATION

Fine Art is an excellent choice for Graphic Design is an excellent We offer an imaginative course anyone with a vivid interest in observed choice for anyone with with considerable opportunities drawing, painting and printmaking. a vivid interest in visual to experiment with media and communication, the art of creative design work, where Considerable opportunities exist for conveying an idea with word you will work with a variety media exploration and creative design and imagery for a commercial of materials, techniques and work, working with a variety of materials, purpose. processes in order to express techniques and processes. The course and answer a visual problem demands a strong work ethic and The course enables students with imagination. independent commitment. If you are to explore aspects of graphic open-minded, determined and really design such as illustration, The course demands a strong want to develop your existing skills and typography and advertising work ethic and independent broaden your horizons then this could be through a varied approach of commitment. If you achieved the course for you. media. good grades and enjoyed Art at school then this could be the Fine Art is often studied alongside Students are encouraged course for you. Graphic Design is related courses such as Graphic Design to combine traditional hand often studied alongside related and Photography, but can also serve as rendered methods of painting courses such as Fine Art and and printmaking with digital Photography, but can also serve CAROL WATSON a complementary study route, offering MINA LAWTON methods such as Photoshop. as a complementary study route, FORMER BEVERLEY STUDENT an element of variety to an intense FORMER HOME EDUCATED STUDENT academic programme. offering an element of variety to an intense academic programme.

A LEVEL FOUNDATION DIPLOMA PHOTOGRAPHY 60% COURSEWORK 40% EXAMINATION ART AND DESIGN 100% COURSEWORK Photography at Wyke is aimed towards students with a keen interest in Students who wish to study an Art and photography and lens based media. Design related discipline at degree level are recommended to complete a A wide range of facilities exist that Foundation course in preparation. will allow an in depth exploration of processes and techniques. Photography This programme will broaden your is often studied alongside courses such creative thinking and making processes, as Media Studies and Graphic Design, but support your UCAS and portfolio can also serve as a complementary study application to your chosen university and route, offering an element of variety to enable you to mature as an independent an intense academic programme. creative practitioner.

Students will have successfully If you are currently studying Art related completed practical work at Wyke subjects at Level 3 and have genuine Start for the department. An interest passion, intellectual rigour and a desire in photography is absolutely essential to pursue a career route in an Art related THIS COURSE IS ONLY ACCESSIBLE TO and prior creative study is considered JOHANN OVERMEER area, this course will assist you in deciding STUDENTS WHO HAVE ALREADY COMPLETED an advantage. FORMER SCHOOL STUDENT upon an area of specialism and provide AN ART BASED QUALIFICATION AT LEVEL 3 you with the quality of portfolio necessary to gain access to degree level study.

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AFFILIATED TO THE AFFILIATED TO THE BIOLOGY PRE-MEDICAL PROGRAMME PHYSICS PRE-MEDICAL PROGRAMME 100% EXAMINATION 100% EXAMINATION

Biology is a great choice of a cell, the organ systems that Physicists study the laws that If you are interested in subject for students who want support life and the way that govern the universe, where applying for a degree course a career in health and clinical organisms interact with they originate and how they in these areas of study, you professions, such as medicine, their environment. behave in a range of contexts. will find most universities dentistry, veterinary science, Through 9 theoretical also require Mathematics nursing, physiotherapy, The course aims to supply sections and 12 assessed at A Level. Apart from pharmacy or optometry. students with knowledge of practical investigations, Mathematics, other subjects The course content also the core concepts and theories students discover how that would complement allows progression into that underpin biological scientific theory transforms Physics include Further Maths, degrees or apprenticeships phenomena, which can then be into deeper knowledge and Chemistry, Biology, IT and in medical research, zoology, applied to a variety of different understanding. Computing, Music Technology microbiology, biochemistry situations. and Geography. or genetics, as well as a wide We recommend studying A range of science careers. An A Level in Biology is also Level Mathematics alongside A A Level Physics provides ideal a great choice for anyone with Level Physics. A Level Physics A Level Biology comprises an interest in the subject who preparation for almost any provides ideal preparation for career. It teaches students how eight theoretical units covering wishes to study it alongside further study in the Physical a range of topics that are a set of complementary or to analyse complex problems Sciences or in any kind of supported by twelve required contrasting subjects. and gives students a strong Engineering. practical activities. The course Examples might include quantitative background that content is vast in scope: from Chemistry, Physics, can be applied in any technical KIERAN ROBINSON the small molecules that make Mathematics, Geography, field. FORMER HULL TRINITY HOUSE ACADEMY STUDENT up living organisms to the Psychology, Physical Education activities that take place inside or Religious Studies.

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AFFILIATED TO THE CHEMISTRY PRE-MEDICAL PROGRAMME APPLIED SCIENCE 100% EXAMINATION A COMBINATION OF EXTERNAL AND Chemistry is excellent chemistry covering a range INTERNAL ASSESSED COURSEWORK preparation for students of topics from energetics and AND AN EXTERNAL EXAM looking to extend their thermodynamics to proteins Level 3 Applied Science is an The focus of the course is understanding of a key and DNA. Teaching on the ideal BTEC for those students scientific usage, concentrating physical science. It is a subject involves a mixture who are aiming for a broad on how scientists and others central science which opens of theory based lessons and range of science related use science in their work. You up the possibility of a huge practical activities which careers, such as nursing, will also learn how science range of science related underpin the material being laboratory work, forensic contributes to our lifestyle university courses and jobs. taught. Students have regular analysis, disciplines in and the environment in which These include medicine and topic assessments to monitor sport or primary teaching we live. health related professions progress on the course with or simply wish to study such as dentistry, pharmacy interventions put in place as science to complement The course is available as an and veterinary sciences, as necessary to ensure student their other studies. Extended Certificate (1 A Level well as chemical engineering, success. Equivalent) and a Diploma optometry and courses that The Applied Science course (2 A Level Equivalent). overlap with maths and Chemistry overlaps well will allow you to study how physics. with any of the other science science is applied in many based subjects with students different types of professions ISAAC REID Students study three main usually also studying one and industries. FORMER BEVERLEY LONGCROFT SCHOOL STUDENT branches of chemistry; or more of Biology, Physics inorganic, organic and physical or Mathematics. 26 27 WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS

A LEVEL FILM STUDIES 70% EXAMINATION 30% COURSEWORK

Film Studies is a great choice for • The significance of film anyone looking to improve their and film practice in national, skills in essay writing, research global and historical contexts. and film production. A Level Film Studies prepares you for • Film and its key contexts further academic study. including social, cultural, political, historical and The WJEC Eduqas A Level in Film technological contexts. Studies aims to enable learners • The different ways in which to demonstrate knowledge and spectators respond to film. understanding of: It also aims to enable learners to: • A diverse range of film, EMMANUEL CHUKWULOBE including documentary, • Apply knowledge and FORMER KINGSWOOD ACADEMY STUDENT film from the silent era, understanding of film BTEC LEVEL 3 experimental film and through either filmmaking EMILIA BARRY short film. or screenwriting. FORMER BEVERLEY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA PRODUCTION A LEVEL A COMBINATION OF EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL ASSESSED COURSEWORK AND AN EXTERNAL EXAM MEDIA STUDIES 70% EXAMINATION 30% COURSEWORK This course is an excellent choice for any student with an interest in A Level Media Studies is a great course producing Media and/or thoughts of option for any student with an academic following a Higher Education course interest in the Media and/or thoughts of in Media, Film, Communications, following a university course in Media, Journalism or Cultural Studies. Film, Journalism, Cultural Studies, Politics, History or Sociology. The Subsidiary Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production is an exciting The OCR specification allows students and practical course which offers the opportunity to explore and analyse a a number of transferable skills in range of media products across a variety of preparation for employment or further platforms. Texts studied include: Long form educational study in areas such as; TV dramas Stranger Things and Trapped Television and Film, Radio, Sound an Icelandic production for a comparative Recording, Print-Based Media, Interactive study. The exploration of Audiences Media and Games Development. and institutions looking at BBC Radio 1 Breakfast Show, Walt Disney’s Jungle Book This course provides learners and Minecraft. Media representations are CHLOE RICKLES with the strongest opportunity for analysed looking at focusing on The Big FORMER WINIFRED HOTLBY ACADEMY STUDENT employment, linking with local and Issue, Lucozade, Shelter and Old Spice. regional media industries. PATRICK DOOKS ANDORRA LYONGA FORMER STUDENT FORMER MALET LAMBERT SCHOOL STUDENT

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WJEC LEVEL 3 A LEVEL CRIMINOLOGY 50% INTERNAL ASSESSMENT 50% EXAMINATION PSYCHOLOGY 100% EXAMINATION The Criminology course is an excellent choice for anyone with an interest in criminal Psychology is a great choice if ‘Are the brains of murderers behaviour and the impact of criminality. you have a genuine interest in different?’ and ‘What The course investigates the theories behind learning a scientific approach to is schizophrenia and how criminality and why individuals engage in understanding human behaviour. can it be treated?’ criminal activity. Students will be invited to explore the impact criminality has upon society. Although Psychology is a Psychology works well with fascinating subject, it demands Sociology, Criminology, Biology, Complementary options studied alongside a thorough, logical and rigorous PE, Business and Economics, to Criminology although not exclusively are, understanding of methodology name but a few. There are many Psychology, Sociology, Law, History and which can be used to evaluate options regarding careers – you Government and Politics. human behaviour. Most of our could complete further study and students have not studied GCSE become a clinical, educational The course can lead to a wide range of career Psychology at school but many or sports psychologist. Many JOSH ABBOT opportunities and opens up a study path at of our students go on to study psychology graduates become FORMER BAYSGARTH SCHOOL STUDENT Psychology at university. The counsellors or are involved in NAOMI TURNBULL university in subjects such as Criminology, Criminal Psychology, Law and Sociology. ELLIE PUDSEY content of the course is varied social work in some way. In FORMER MALET LAMBERT SCHOOL STUDENT and tries to answer questions addition, Psychology is well FORMER MARVELL COLLEGE STUDENT such as, ‘Why do some people respected by large organisations obey more readily than others?’, and businesses. A LEVEL RECOGNISED BY UCAS AS A GOOD PHILOSOPHY, CHOICE FOR POTENTIAL MEDICS A LEVEL ETHICS AND SOCIOLOGY 100% EXAMINATION

RELIGIOUS STUDIES Sociology is the study of society You will develop your skills of critical 100% EXAMINATION and of people and their behaviour. thinking, evaluation and essay writing. Philosophy, Ethics and Religious Studies is a course designed to stimulate your We question everything in our society: A Level Sociology is 100% examination. intellect and broaden your horizons. During You will sit three 2 hour exam papers at your studies, you will develop your ability • Why are there gendered subject the end of the course. The exams are to produce coherent academic essays, as choices in schools? essay-based, so a love of reading and well as to articulate logical and convincing • Why do women still do more writing is essential. arguments of your own. housework and childcare than men? • Why are crimes committed by Sociology opens doors to a range The subject aims to teach you essential wealthy individuals ignored? of careers including teaching, law, academic skills such as analysis, evaluation • Why is the White British population social work, journalism, civil service and critical thinking. less religious today? and the police.

Philosophy, Ethics and Religious Studies asks A Level Sociology involves a detailed A Level Sociology goes well with other you to ponder some important questions analysis of British society: our families, social science/humanities subjects within modern society, it is a highly critical and the education system, criminal and including; Psychology, Criminology, engaging subject. Good reading and writing deviant behaviour and the beliefs History, Government and Politics and skills are essential components for succeeding NIAMH LAMBERT individuals hold. Religious Studies. on this course. FORMER ACADEMY STUDENT Sociology is an engaging, thought- DANIEL LAUGHTON *This course will be certified as A Level Religious Studies provoking subject, encouraging you FORMER KELVIN HALL SCHOOL STUDENT to think differently about your life experiences.

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A LEVEL DRAMA AND THEATRE DANCE 40% EXAMINATION 30% COURSEWORK 50% PRACTICAL 50% EXAMINATION 30% PRACTICAL This course is for anyone interested in This course is for anyone who is studying dance through the creation and interested in combining the activities of performance of choreography, and the exploring plays and creating theatre. written analysis of dance repertoire.

Students must have an interest in You do not have to be pursuing a career in the analysis and evaluation of live dance to take this course, and the skill-set theatre from a directors’ perspective. developed on the course provides a range It is essential that students attend of favourable skills for both employment regular live theatre performances and university. You do not need to have during the course. studied GCSE Dance before, but having FREYA NOMAN MEGAN WHITE LYDIA NAYLOR prior practical experience is essential. All FORMER HESSLE HIGH FORMER WOLFRETON FORMER BAYSGARTH All applicants should attend Wyke Start applicants should attend the Wyke Start practical audition workshops in order to SCHOOL STUDENT SCHOOL STUDENT SCHOOL STUDENT and complete a diagnostic audition consisting of practical and written be accepted on the course. elements prior to enrolment. BTEC LEVEL 3

BTEC LEVEL 3 DANCE A COMBINATION OF EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL ASSESSED COURSEWORK PERFORMING ARTS AND AN EXTERNAL EXAM A COMBINATION OF EXTERNAL AND This is a brand new and exciting course INTERNAL ASSESSED COURSEWORK available at Wyke, equivalent in size to AND AN EXTERNAL EXAM one A Level.

This is a vocational course for students This qualification offers an engaging interested in pursuing a career in the programme covering a variety of dance Performing Arts or for students who wish to styles with a heavy proportion of continue to develop their physical and vocal coursework-based assessments. Most of performing skills. the assessments will be practical based, including involvement in our annual The emphasis for this course is on show production. employability within the industry. It is project-based and can be taken in You will take a variety of roles including conjunction with A Level subjects. both a performer and choreographer. You will also have to keep logbooks and Students must demonstrate a high standard WINNERS OF THE evaluate reviews to track your progress of academic and practical performance skills. THAT’S SHOWBIZ and development. This course is for Students are required to perform in public anyone interested in studying dance. and attend regular live theatre performances. NATIONAL DANCE You do not have to be pursuing a career KATE HIRONS in dance to take this course, nor have Previous performance experience is essential COMPETITION 2019 FORMER STUDENT studied GCSE or BTEC Dance before, on a course of this nature. All applicants but having prior practical experience is CASEY OLIVER should attend the Wyke Start workshops to essential. All applicants should attend explore the course content. FORMER WINIFRED HOLTBY ACADEMY STUDENT the Wyke Start practical audition RHIANNON PRIDEAUX workshops in order to be accepted on FORMER BEVERLEY LONGCROFT SCHOOL STUDENT the course.

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A LEVEL ENGLISH LITERATURE 80% COURSEWORK 20% EXAMINATION

This course is for students The focus of the course is who thoroughly enjoy on learning to recognise, reading and want to broaden interrogate and analyse the their knowledge of English many and varied ways in which Literature (prose, poetry authors create meaning. and drama) from a range of different historical periods. Students are encouraged There is a high level of to develop a holistic demand in terms of both understanding of texts in all the level and the amount of their complexity. A willingness reading involved: students to take part in lively discussion will be expected to read on and debate is also an asset on their own outside lesson time. the course.

Students thinking of taking You will study various literary English Literature should be texts, including Measure open-minded and keen to for Measure by William explore a range of writing and Shakespeare, A Doll’s House authors, as well as a range by Henrik Ibsen, poetry by ELLIE BOSCOMBE of literary approaches and Christina Rossetti, The Great concepts, and should be ready Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald FORMER MALET LAMBERT SCHOOL STUDENT to be challenged by what and The Age of Innocence by they read. Edith Wharton.

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BRIDGET ALLENBY FORMER COTTINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ENGLISH NOW STUDYING BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD LANGUAGE 80% COURSEWORK 20% EXAMINATION

Is there such a thing as ‘good’ How well will my GCSE English and ‘bad’ English? How do qualification prepare me for this LEVEL 3 powerful people use language subject? to control and influence others? The EPQ is an extra qualification which is Why do teenagers use slang? A Level English Language equivalent to half an A Level and is worth builds upon skills you have EXTENDED additional UCAS points. Completing an On this very popular course, we already acquired and offers an AFFILIATED WITH THE EPQ involves choosing your own topic teach you how to answer those introduction to university courses WYKE FLYERS PROGRAMME to investigate. The course is intended questions – and many more. in Linguistics (which explores the PROJECT to take students beyond their A Level science of language). studies, consequently, topics chosen for You will enjoy this course if: The EPQ is available as part of a Level investigation should not be ones which How does it link to other QUALIFICATION 3 study programme. It is suitable are already being studied as part of • You want to find out more about courses? for students who are able to work conventional A Level courses. The EPQ how language works. independently, manage their time is highly valued by universities as it is • You are analytical and creative in English Language links well with (EPQ) effectively and manage their workload regarded as excellent preparation for your thinking and writing. many other A Level courses, such 100% COURSEWORK to set deadlines. study at Higher Education level. as Psychology, Sociology, History, • You are interested in writing or Media Studies and Law. journalism as a career. 34 35 WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS A LEVEL FRENCH 100% EXAMINATION. SPEAKING, LISTENING AND WRITING PAPER

This A Level allows you to resources at home and in college study a range of social and in order to support your progress. cultural topics that relate to Weekly speaking sessions with the countries where French a native speaker will help build is spoken, such as changes in up your confidence and improve family; music and cinema and your fluency as well as enhance marginalised groups in society. your listening skills. We encourage students to travel to France and By studying these topics you will we currently run a trip to Paris. A LEVEL gain fluency and the skills which will allow you to manipulate the French can be studied in language confidently. combination with any course at A Level or in Higher Education. You will also study a film and Graduates in modern languages GERMAN a book, and choose a topic to are in high demand and languages 100% EXAMINATION. SPEAKING, research independently in your students’ skills are highly LISTENING AND WRITING PAPER second year of study. valued by both universities NATHAN FATAHI and employers. Former Wyke If you dream of speaking a foreign FORMER KELVIN HALL SCHOOL STUDENT We use a variety of resources in French students have gone on language fluently and perhaps even lessons, and you will take part to university to read Law with working abroad, studying German STEPHANIE BLACKBOURN in pair and group work as well French; Chemistry with French makes this viable and will equip you FORMER BEVERLEY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT as working individually. You will and Arabic. with a variety of unique skills that will have access to extensive online be invaluable in the future.

You will become a more knowledgeable and informed person; debates and discussions in the classroom will give A LEVEL you a broad perspective on a wide range of issues such as music, fashion, immigration and reunification. You will gain an in-depth knowledge of the culture and contemporary society of SPANISH German-speaking countries through 100% EXAMINATION. SPEAKING, LISTENING AND WRITING PAPER studying the comic film Goodbye Lenin This A Level covers a range we have Erasmus students in and the heart-rending play Andorra. of social and cultural topics lessons twice a week to work that relate to the countries with students, and currently Lessons will be varied and stimulating, where Spanish is spoken, such offer a residential trip to Seville. taught by a highly qualified teacher with as changes in family; sexism a strong emphasis on communication. and the rights of the LGBT Lessons are varied, with an You will also have access to extensive community. emphasis on communication, but support materials. The course includes accurate grammar too. You will a weekly conversation class with the You will be using a range of have access to online resources Foreign Language Assistant and an skills to study both these topics at home and in college in order optional residential trip. and the film Volver as well as to support your progress. the novel Como Agua Para German can be combined with a variety Chocolate. As a research project Spanish can be studied in of subjects at university – it is not in your second year, you will be combination with any course. just a subject which leads to jobs in able to choose a topic related to Graduates in Spanish are in translation, interpreting or education a Spanish-speaking country to high demand and languages since employees with German skills are discuss in your speaking exam. students’ skills are highly highly sought after, especially in the valued by both universities field of manufacturing, engineering and Weekly speaking sessions with and employers. Wyke students business. Former Wyke students have JAMES FINN a native speaker will help build have gone on to university to gone on to university to read German FORMER KELVIN HALL SCHOOL STUDENT up your confidence and improve read Hispanic Studies; Law with with Law, Politics, Business and Chinese. ISABELLE HOGGART AND JENNY-MAI FLETCHER-CHAN BOTH FORMER BAYSGARTH SCHOOL STUDENTS your fluency. Also, thanks to our Spanish; International Relations link with the University of Seville, and Linguistics. 36 37 WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS

A LEVEL HISTORY 80% EXAMINATION 20% COURSEWORK

History is a very popular keen to marvel and debate subject, for it appeals the events and circumstances greatly to students seeking which shaped the modern to develop their analytical world. History is a perfect skills, and those who wish to accompaniment to all of appreciate how the modern the humanitarian subjects, world evolved. and is a popular choice for students who love History and History influences our have aspirations in law, civil lives in so many more ways service, the media, heritage, than people consider, and military, police and business this course – covering management – to name a few twentieth century American among many career paths. History, India’s Struggle for Independence from 1914 to This A Level is a recognised 1948, and British Experience facilitating subject for a wide of Warfare from 1793 to 1918 – range of undergraduate provides a firm foundation of courses. It is also an ideal historical understanding. enabling subject for students BEN SHIPLEY with ambitions to be FORMER KELVIN HALL SCHOOL STUDENT A Level History is for students considered for Oxbridge and who wish to expand their Russell Group universities. A LEVEL critical thinking, and who are

A LEVEL GEOGRAPHY 80% EXAMINATION 20% INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION

A Level Geography is an excellent Students are expected to have GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS choice for students who are a good range of GCSEs including 100% EXAMINATION interested in people, places, a Geography or Humanities natural processes and future qualification and a good level The Government and Politics A Consider whether any of challenges facing our planet. of English. The ability to ‘think Level is designed to encourage these issues resonate with like a geographer’ is promoted interest in, and enthusiasm you: how Britain and the USA The qualification combines throughout the course and for, the comparative study of are governed; current affairs well with a wide range of other students will learn to develop and British and American politics. around the world; who makes subjects and is well recognised as apply their critical thinking skills. It enables students to develop the political decisions, and why; a preparation for study at higher an insight into political beliefs what is democracy, and why is education. Students will attend Many geographers are attracted central to an understanding of it important; how much are civil two physical geography and two to the diverse and specialist areas INTERNATIONAL the modern world. liberties protected in democratic human geography lessons per of study that Geography offers societies; how and why people week. at university, most students FIELD TRIPS TO Through debate and reflection vote; how pressure groups work; choose to go on to Higher of the ever-evolving political whether the UK should remain Three days of field studies will be Education. Geography can lead ITALY AND ICELAND environment in the UK and unified or devolve; and why is undertaken within college time and to a wide range of careers such the USA, students will learn Brexit taking so long. If you are led by the department and one day as local government, landscape valuable core knowledge and interested in understanding will be independent data gathering architecture, engineering, understanding of politics more on these key issues, and MAXWELL MORGAN for the independent investigation. cartography, nature conservation, through the nurturing and debating them with fellow FORMER SNAITH SCHOOL STUDENT There is also the opportunity to social work, or even some more CHARLIE BOLTON honing of oratorical and written students to further deepen your partake in two international trips challenging professions such as FORMER ST BEDES ACADEMY STUDENT FREYA MASON analytical skills in order to political understanding, then this to Italy and Iceland. civil service, sports management, JEMIMA DAVIS succeed in this course. is the course for you. FORMER BEVERLEY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT meteorology or volcanology. FORMER BAYSGARTH SCHOOL STUDENT

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BTEC LEVEL 3 HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE A COMBINATION OF EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL ASSESSED COURSEWORK AND AN EXTERNAL EXAM Whether you are looking to progress into employment or onto a university course, the broad nature of BTEC Health and Social Care at advanced level will not lock you into any particular direction and will give you the background knowledge to pursue a variety of career pathways.

There are many opportunities for suitably qualified students to train to become Nurses, Midwives, Social Workers, Physiotherapists, Residential and Child Care Professionals as well as the allied Technical Specialists supporting these professions.

Many jobs will accept students with Health and Social Care qualifications direct from college. Former students have progressed from the advanced level in Health and Social Care to employment and Higher Education. Recent degree courses taken by former students include; Adult Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery, Children’s Nursing, Learning Disability Nursing, Children’s Inter Professional Studies, Primary Teaching, Childhood/Child Studies, Health Studies, Social Science Studies, Social Work, Sociology, Care and Education Guidance and Counselling, Paramedic Science, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Operating Department Practice.

This course is available as an Extended NADIA AHMED AND HUMA ARSHAD Certificate (1 A Level Equivalent) Diploma BOTH FORMER NEWLAND SCHOOL FOR (2 A Level Equivalent) and an Extended GEORGE THOMPSON GIRLS STUDENTS Diploma (3 A Level Equivalent) FORMER STUDENT

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BTEC LEVEL 3 IT AND COMPUTING A COMBINATION OF EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL ASSESSED COURSEWORK AND AN EXTERNAL EXAM

Extended Certificate in Extended Diploma in Information Information Technology is Technology is equivalent to three equivalent to one A Level and A Levels and is for students who is designed for students who wish to progress into employment are interested in learning about in the expanding digital industry or Information Technology and how to study IT or Computer Science it is applied in business. at university. The course includes units on how IT is used and applied The course includes Information in industry and will also include Technology Systems, Creating units on Cyber Security, Computer Systems to Manage Information, Programming, Website and Mobile Using Social Media in Business Apps and Games Development. AKRAM DIRAR and Website Development. The The course is assessed using FORMER STUDENT course is assessed using real-world real-world scenario assignments, scenario assignments, an exam and exams and timed assessments. JAMES HILL a timed assessment. FORMER SOUTH HUNSLEY SCHOOL STUDENT

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LAW SOCIETY, PREPARING STUDENTS WITH THE A LEVEL SKILLS REQUIRED TO BECOME A SUCCESSFUL LAWYER OR JUDGE. LAW 100% EXAMINATION

This course is for students who have a strong interest in the subject. Law involves analysing a wide range of issues and problems.

As well as studying specific areas of English Law in detail, you will develop excellent analytical skills in answering legal problems. Such skills are essential, not only for a career in Law, but also in many other occupations. Many of our students have moved on to study Law at university. Whatever your career plans, this course will both challenge and stimulate you. The A Level combines well with English, Business and Government and Politics.

BTEC LEVEL 3 APPLIED LAW A COMBINATION OF EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL ASSESSED COURSEWORK AND AN EXTERNAL EXAM The BTEC Extended Certificate in Applied Law is a two year qualification that gives the perfect foundation to any learners wishing to pursue a career in the legal sector.

The course is suitable for students who have a keen interest in law, who want to gain an introduction to the sector, with a view to progressing to a wide range of Higher Education courses. The BTEC Certificate in Applied Law/BTEC National Extended Certificate combines well with Criminology, Government and Politics and Business.

The content of this qualification has been developed to supports progression to Higher Education. It includes the opportunity to develop the research, communication, presentation, decision making and critical thinking skills valued by Higher Education and employers.

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A LEVEL KATY STEFURA SCHOOL TBC CONNOR BOYD-LYON MATHEMATICS FORMER HOLDERNESS ACADEMY STUDENT 100% EXAMINATION

This course is well suited to A Level Maths is assessed with students who enjoy Mathematics 3 exams in Pure, Statistics and LEVEL 3 and also achieved well at GCSE Mechanics and these are taken after Mathematics. your 2 years on the course. They will be different to what you faced in An essential part of Mathematics GCSE as they will test a lot more of is the challenge of analysing your understanding. CORE and solving a problem and the satisfaction and confidence gained A Level Maths is a good course to be MATHEMATICS from achieving a ‘correct’ answer. taken alongside most other A Levels 100% EXAMINATION However, a big difference between as it helps students to develop their GCSE and A Level is the depth of problem solving skills. This is one Mathematics is for everyone. It is essential knowledge and understanding of the key reasons it is strongly that students are equipped with the right needed. If you want to understand recommended for a wide range of skills to reach their future destination, why, rather than just being able to university courses. whatever that may be. “do” Mathematics, then through A Level Maths your depth of This course is for you if you want to knowledge and understanding continue your Mathematics beyond GCSE will grow. level, and are keen to develop your skills in CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL LEVEL 3 context, not wanting to take a course which requires understanding of algebra required for A Level Mathematics. A LEVEL This course is designed for students who ENGINEERING enjoy applying mathematics and are 67% EXAMINATION 33% COURSEWORK comfortable with number work and basic algebra. It is designed to broaden your Engineering is exciting, rewarding In the first year of the course you mathematical knowledge, developing skills FURTHER MATHEMATICS and creative. If you are analytical, will have three units. Two of the which support a range of other courses and 100% EXAMINATION imaginative and innovative, have units look at the Maths and the devising strategies to solve problems where a passion for problem solving and Science in engineering and these the method is not obvious. This course is aimed at students This course is often taken as a who are confident in achieving a 7, 4th A Level and can only be taken a keen eye for detail then this will be assessed with an external course is for you. exam. The other unit will look Communication skills are important to 8 or 9 in their Maths GCSE. alongside the A Level Maths course. at producing CAD engineering evaluate the reasonableness of solutions, If you take Further Maths you If your future goal is to study drawings which us assessed identifying assumptions and explaining The course will look at areas of are a lot more likely to achieve a engineering at university or internally. results. Maths that are outside of the better grade in the A Level Maths normal Maths A Level and these because you have a much better to go on to an apprenticeship then the Cambridge Technical This course is aimed at students In particular, the course is highly suitable areas are often different, not understanding of Mathematics in Engineering is an ideal course who are good at Maths and Physics for students who are taking A Levels which harder. You will look at matrices and A Level Further Maths is often a for you. The essential parts and so A Level Maths and A Level rely on an understanding of mathematical complex number and other areas of requirement for studying degrees of becoming any engineer is Physics would be ideal to take techniques (Geography, Science, Economics, pure maths and you will also expand in Mathematics, Engineering, your understanding of both alongside this options course. Accounting), and who wish to go on to you knowledge of statistics. Science and Economics and it is Mathematics and Science and study courses at university which require a highly valued by Russell Group because of this they are central in level of Mathematics beyond GCSE such as On the course you will learn about universities. ELLIOT BINNS discrete maths that looks at this course. Economics or Psychology. FORMER STUDENT problems to do with networks and also game theory. 46 47 WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2020/2021 PROSPECTUS

BTEC LEVEL 3 MUSIC TECHNOLOGY A COMBINATION OF EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL ASSESSED COURSEWORK AND AN EXTERNAL EXAM

The BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Digital Music Production will teach the technology of computer music including; sequencing, audio manipulation, MIDI A LEVEL composition, mixing and mastering techniques and re-mixing.

The BTEC is open to students who are less familiar with reading sheet music but MUSIC admission is nevertheless by audition or 40% APPRAISING 30% PERFORMING portfolio submission only, since the subject 30% COMPOSING still requires a strong sense of musicality. If you have a passion for music, Requirements for the course are: Key indicators for eligibility are likely to be: this course is for you. - ABRSM Grade 5 theory, or a commitment to take it at the end - A portfolio of compositions made in There are various areas of study: of the first term; a DAW (Cubase, ProTools, Logic, FL historical perspectives on music; - At least Grade 5 in any practical or Garage Band); in-depth analysis of particular set musical exam instrument, voice, - Grade 3 or above equivalent on works; individual and ensemble practical musicianship and an instrument; performance; aural awareness and the ability to read and write - Being able to read traditional sheet music appreciation of different styles and traditional musical notation. to some extent e.g. treble or bass clef. genres of music; music theory and compositional techniques. If you are Grade 5 standard in Auditioning for the course is an informal your playing/singing but have not process and involves a short quiz and practical GCSE Music is not an essential SINGER YASMIN COE taken an exam, there will be an task guided by a music technology teacher. requirement for entry onto this opportunity to audition for a place Audio or video evidence of performing on FORMER MALET LAMBERT SCHOOL STUDENT course. on the course during enrolment. an instrument or past compositions are DRUMMER NATHAN COPELAND SAM RICHARDS good ways to effectively demonstrate your FORMER BRIDLINGTON HEADLANDS SCHOOL STUDENT All students will have to take a FORMER HULL COLLEGIATE SCHOOL STUDENT suitability for the course. This process will theory test at Wyke Start. happen as part of Wyke Start. GUITARIST EWAN WILLSTROP LUCY TESSIER FORMER HULL TRINITY HOUSE ACADEMY STUDENT FORMER SOUTH HUNSLEY STUDENT

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SILVER TEACHING AWARD FOR PE, DANCE AND SPORT TEACHERS

A LEVEL PHYSICAL IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EDUCATION THE PHYSIOTHERAPY CHARLOTTE LAMMIMAN 70% EXAMINATION 30% COURSEWORK FORMER HOLDERNESS ACADEMY STUDENT DEPARTMENT AT HULL AND This course is perfect for students with a genuine interest in sport who wish to EAST YORKSHIRE HOSPITAL, ARIS D’ABREU CUNHA study the theory behind the practical SUPPORTING ASPIRING FORMER SIRIUS ACADEMY NORTH STUDENT performance. PHYSIOTHERAPISTS AT WYKE CHLOE WILKINSON It is particularly useful for those who FORMER MARVELL COLLEGE STUDENT are thinking of a career in PE Teaching, Physiotherapy, Sports Science, or being involved in the Leisure and Recreation industry. Students will be assessed in four different components: ABBIE PAUL BTEC LEVEL 3 1. Physiological Factors Affecting FORMER MALET LAMBERT SCHOOL STUDENT Performance (Examination 1 – 2hrs - 30%) 2. Psychological Factors Affecting Performance (Examination 2 – 1hr - 20%) SPORT 3. Socio-cultural Issues In Physical Activity A COMBINATION OF EXTERNAL AND and Sport (Examination 3 – 1hr - 20%) TYLER WATSON INTERNAL ASSESSED COURSEWORK 4. Performance in Physical Education FORMER URMSTON GRAMMAR SCHOOL STUDENT AND AN EXTERNAL EXAM (Coursework – 30%) Component 1 focuses on the key systems of This course specialises in coaching, reports, presentations, VLOGs, and so on. The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma the human body involved in physical activity. sports development, fitness and health. The BTEC Level 3 in Sport is available covers an additional 12 units: Component 2 looks into the psychological It is suitable for both students who are as a Subsidiary Diploma (1 A Level • Practical Team Sports factors affecting performance in sport; from aiming to go onto further education and Equivalent) and an Extended Diploma • Outdoor and Adventurous Activities models and theories that affect learning, study a sports related degree or higher (3 A Level Equivalent) • Instructing Physical Activity to controlling issues such as aggression, apprenticeship, or to gain employment • Sports Development anxiety and arousal in sport. Component 3 within the Leisure and Recreation Industry The BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma • Current Issues in Sport focuses on the contemporary issues that including Leisure Centre Management, covers 7 units: • Exercise, Health and Lifestyle affect sport, including the history behind its Sports Coaching, Fitness Instructor, • Sports Injuries creation through to modern day issues like Physiotherapy, Sports Science and • Anatomy and Physiology • Analysis of Sports Performance drugs, violence and the media. Component Sports Retail. • Assessing Risk in Sport • Fitness Testing • Sport and Exercise Massage 4 is coursework based, with a practical • Rules, Regulations and Officiating in Sport assessment on performance in one practical GCSE PE or BTEC Level 2 is desirable but • Physiology of Fitness • Organising Sports Events activity (either performing or coaching), not essential. Assessments cover a wide • Fitness Training and Programming • Sport as a Business followed by a verbal analysis coursework on range of forms including practical, written • Sports Nutrition • Sports Coaching a sport of your choice.

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BRIDGE TO LEVEL 3 FOUNDATION PROGRAMME 24TH OCTOBER 2019 - 5.30PM-8PM WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? OPEN 14TH NOVEMBER 2019 - 5.30PM-8PM Our Foundation Year is for students who intend to study at Level 3 but don’t quite achieve the EVENINGS 23RD JANUARY 2020 - 5.30PM-8PM grades they were expecting at the end of year 11.

Wyke Sixth Form College’s Foundation Programme gives you the opportunity to gain Level 2 qualifications in order to progress onto a Level 3 programme the following year. OPEN 30TH NOVEMBER 2019 - 9AM-12PM COURSE CONTENT MORNINGS 29TH FEBRUARY 2020 - 9AM-12PM The programme has three key elements:

1. CORE GCSEs

You will take the core GCSEs to achieve a grade COLLEGE 4 or higher, alternatively, you may resit a GCSE 22ND NOVEMBER 2019 - 10AM you have a 4 in, in order to improve it. IN ACTION The core GCSEs are: English, Maths and Science 4TH DECEMBER 2019 - 10AM (double award) EVENTS 19TH MARCH 2020 - 10AM 2. SPECIALIST BTECs

You can add the specialist BTECs that best support your plans for advanced study. You will select these courses from a small selection at enrolment. 3. PERSONAL TUTOR #WEAREWYKE You will have a personal tutor who monitors your progress and oversees your progression through this Wyke Sixth Form College wykesfc @WykeCollege WykeTV foundation year to advanced courses in your second and third year at the College.

As a group, you will be given lots of subject specific support which includes exclusive access to a bespoke For more information contact us on Visit classroom throughout the week and some lunchtimes, with access to our IT facilities. 01482 346347 WYKE.AC.UK Wyke Sixth Form College, Bricknell Avenue, Hull, HU5 4NT

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