FORMBY HIGH SCHOOL Determined to Achieve MISSION STATEMENT

We are determined to achieve the highest standards in everything that we do.

Aims: Believing that every child matters, we will:

• ensure that all students are able to achieve their academic potential

• provide a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum with an international dimension

• foster a love of learning and inquiry

• encourage and develop individual talent and creativity

• provide a safe and pleasant environment for effective learning

• foster self-esteem, mutual respect and good behaviour

• promote inter-cultural understanding and a world citizen perspective

• prepare students for the responsibilities of adult life and work in a global economy

• maintain effective links with our partners, especially parents

• encourage physical, social and mental well-being

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CAN I ACHIEVE THE RESULTS I NEED HERE?

Looking at past exam performance is only one measure of the needs of each individual; students can follow an A success but an important one nevertheless. At Formby Level or vocational pathway, or a combination of both. To High School we are proud of the results our students help you determine the most appropriate pathway and achieve; we have an impressive, sustained record of courses to suit your longer term career aspirations and success at A Level and Level 3 vocational courses with academic potential, you will receive personalised support many students attaining the highest grades in both and guidance throughout Year 11 and until the point of qualifications. We offer an inclusive curriculum that meets admission into Year 12. FORMBY HIGH SCHOOL 4pg Nov 18.qxp_Layout 1 07/11/2019 10:19 Page 2

WILL I ENJOY THE ATMOSPHERE AND THE EXPERIENCE?

Formby High School Sixth Form enjoys the best of both worlds – it is a size which is small enough to ensure each student receives the focus and attention they deserve but it is also part of a much wider school community. Our location in the heart of Formby village (which allows easy access by train, bus and road) enables students to belong to and enjoy the community we serve. Formby is a rich and diverse community with many of the professionals living in the area actively supporting the students, especially in our bespoke careers guidance and activities.

The purpose-built Sixth Form Centre offers an independent facility for Sixth Form students which, alongside the teaching rooms, includes two efficiently resourced private study areas and a common room. Whilst located separately on the campus, Sixth Form students are encouraged to play an active role in contributing to the life and ethos of the whole school.

The majority of students in Sixth Form continue from Year 11 at Formby High School and each year we welcome an increasing number of students from neighbouring schools who are attracted by the quality of provision and the warmth of welcome they receive.

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WHAT ELSE IS ON OFFER?

Academic study is only one part of life at FHS Sixth Form. Students have the opportunity to engage in a wide range of extra-curricular and curriculum enriching activities. Many students pursue their interest in performing arts and sports, taking advantage of the school’s excellent facilities. From award-winning dancers and musicians, successful sports teams, science researchers, avid fundraisers, Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award recipients to West End calibre performers, the achievements of our Sixth Form students outside the classroom are countless. In addition, students have the chance to be appointed prefects to support the work of the pastoral and teaching staff.

The structure of the Sixth Form timetable ensures that all students participate in an enrichment programme that offers, amongst other activities, opportunities to work towards an Arts Award or gain an introduction to Psychology. The Tomorrow’s Teachers programme is on offer to Year 12 students considering a career in teaching and the Extended Project Qualification provides academic breadth to the curriculum and the opportunity to independently research an area of particular interest. All of this is recognised through the 'FHSBacc', an initiative that has been introduced to record and celebrate the achievements of Sixth Form students. Students also enjoy extensive access to important university outreach activities through the many links we have cultivated over the years.

The range of trips offered to Sixth Form students is diverse and includes sports trips and cultural visits as well as those that complement A Level and BTEC study. Recently, students in Sixth Form have visited Krakow in Poland (including a thought-provoking visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau) and explored volcanoes in Iceland. To complement their studies, students have also visited theatres, museums and galleries across the UK.

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So what really makes fhs different?

It’s easy – you will not get lost in the crowd. Our Sixth Form provision is carefully planned to ensure that each student is afforded the right balance of independent learning, specialist teaching, enrichment and extra-curricular provision, and access to individual support and guidance. The Sixth Form Team comprises the Director of Sixth Form and two Progress Leaders whose aim is to ensure that students remain on track and succeed in all aspects of their development in Sixth Form. You will have Be one of us – come and experience the uniquely individual an Intervention Tutor throughout your two years of study to focus that FHS offers. Discover for yourself just why our provide you with important and individualised care, expertise and students not only achieve very good academic outcomes, but advice. Complementing this we have a Sixth Form Learning leave with greater independence, drive and aspiration for their Mentor who is available to support students during Independent future. Study Days. In addition, there is professional careers guidance for those needing support in deciding upon pathways. Last but We look forward to welcoming you at our open days and taster by no means least are your specialist subject teachers who, sessions over the coming months, and getting to know you supported by our effective and rigorous assessment methods in better. We are here to answer any questions you may have; you Sixth Form, will provide excellent teaching and timely, targeted can reach us by telephone on 01704 835659 or by email at intervention to ensure you keep on track. [email protected]. Formby High School Freshfield Road | Formby | Liverpool | L37 3HW | England | UK Headteacher: Mr D.A. Mackenzie BA (Hons), NPQH

Tel: 01704 873100 / 877383 Email: [email protected] Fax: 01704 835657 Website: www.formby.sefton.sch.uk

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Formby High School is a Private Limited Company registered in England and Wales under Company No: 7724342 Registered Office: Formby High School, Freshfield Road, Formby, Liverpool, Merseyside, L37 3HW Sixth Form Curriculum Sixth Form

Students in Sixth Form have the opportunity to follow one of four pathways. These are outlined in the table below. Typically, students will follow a three course pathway (A Level, Level 3 vocational or a combination of both). Those who have very high attainment at GCSE and who demonstrate their academic potential and capacity to cope with a more academically demanding curriculum will be able to select four A Level courses and will study all four subjects during Years 12 and 13.

Pathway Minimum Entry Requirements

At least six 9 / 8 / 7 grades at GCSE with at least a grade 6 in A Level Pathway (Four Courses) both English (Language or Literature) and Mathematics

At least five 9 – 4 grades at GCSE with at least a grade 4 in A Level Pathway (Three Courses) both English (Language or Literature) and Mathematics

A Level and Level 3 Vocational Pathway (Three Courses) or At least five 9 – 4 grades at GCSE with at least a grade Level 3 Vocational Pathway (Three Courses) 4 English (Language or Literature) and Mathematics

In addition to meeting the minimum entry requirements for the chosen pathway, students must fulfil the entry requirements for each subject they intend to study. Where exceptional circumstances exist, a student may be accepted onto a pathway without having fully met the entry requirements (and these will be considered on a case by case basis).

A wide range of A Level and Level 3 vocational courses are offered to students, all taught by experienced subject specialists. All courses will last two years in duration with examinations taken at the end of Year 13.

A Level Courses Level 3 BTEC Qualifications

Ancient History History Business Studies Art Mathematics Computing Biology Music Engineering Chemistry Music Technology Performing Arts (Dance) Drama and Theatre Studies Physical Education Sport English Language and Literature Physics Level 3 Cambridge Technical Qualifications English Literature Politics Film Studies Religious Studies Digital Media Further Mathematics Spanish Geography

In the event of insufficient numbers of students (fewer than five) electing to take a subject, the subject will not be offered and the school will inform individuals affected before the start of the course.

GCSE English and Mathematics

Any student who joins Sixth Form without having previously attained a grade 4 in GCSE English Language and / or Mathematics will retake the GCSE during Year 12. They receive additional teaching and resit the examination(s) when their teachers feel they are ready to do so.

Extended Project Qualification / Project Based Learning

Some students will have the opportunity to complete the Extended Project Qualification. It provides an opportunity for students to extend their abilities beyond A Level or vocational study and prepare for university or their future career. It can also be used it to earn extra UCAS points. It allows students to embark on largely self-directed projects.

By taking responsibility for the choice and design of an individual project, students become more reflective and independent learners, develop decision-making and problem-solving skills and improve their research, analysis and presentation skills. Projects carried out previously include research on Shakespeare’s representation of women, black holes and capital punishment. In addition to the Extended Project Qualification, some students choose to engage in other project-based learning activities, including the Nuffield Research Project. Enrichment Opportunities Sixth Form

We are very proud to offer a rich and diverse extra-curricular programme which is designed to support students to achieve more than just academic success. We aim to develop young adults who are not only well qualified but, more importantly, are well- informed, articulate, caring and thoughtful citizens. Our FHSBACC programme, endorsed by the University of Liverpool, seeks to recognise and reward academic achievement and commitment to enrichment activities across two years. As part of this, students in Year 12 and 13 have a timetabled enrichment session on alternate Wednesday afternoons that is designed to develop a range of skills and provide a broad experience. Students can opt to enrol on one of a number of specialist enrichment programmes at the start of the school year.

Arts Award Gold Extended Project Qualification

Community Volunteering Personal Finance

Level 3 Core Mathematics ‘It’s All in the Mind’ - Introduction to Psychology Programme

Survival Cookery Programme Polyglots Connect

Tomorrow’s Teachers Programme (accredited by Edge Hill Sports / Fitness Classes University)

Independent Study

All students are offered the means to make good use of time outside lessons for independent study. Facilities include two multi- media study areas (equipped with over 50 PCs) and there is Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the Sixth Form Centre. Students are expected to make effective use of independent study time. They will be set homework by their subject teachers, have regular assessments for which they should revise and will also be expected to spend time revisiting and reviewing material taught during lessons and reading more widely around the subjects studied. To support this, one day each week is an independent study day where students are not required to be in school. This will be a Friday for Year 12 and a Monday in Year 13.

Free Time

Students in Sixth Form are given a greater degree of independence. They are able to make use of the Common Room and have a coffee bar that offers hot and cold drinks, light meals and snacks from before school until early afternoon each day.

Preparation for Higher Education and other Post-18 Pathways

The school places a great deal of emphasis on preparing students for life after school. Priority is given to providing students with appropriate advice to help them to make the right choices. This includes guidance on the UCAS university application process and relevant support for those students who choose to follow alternative pathways, including employment, apprenticeship or Art Foundation.

Each year, many Formby High School students successfully take up places at the country’s most prestigious universities. Those students who have very high attainment at GCSE and aspire to Oxbridge and Russell Group universities or intend to submit an application to study courses in Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science will be given specific support and guidance through ‘High Flyers’ programme. Opportunities will be provided in Sixth Form that will enhance their university application. Workshops by Oxbridge Admissions Tutors, mentoring by alumni of the school, conferences and links with academics all support this process, and students feel very well-prepared and informed as they complete their application for higher education.

The school places particular importance on ensuring our students are prepared for professional life after Sixth Form. An ongoing programme of careers advice and guidance is offered to students and includes initiatives such as Careers Experience week, where students are encouraged to establish links with employers and arrange placements to enable them to gain valuable vocational experience and insight. Particularly popular with students are our ‘Meet the Professionals’ workshops, where they are given the opportunity to ask questions of and receive advice directly from experts in a wide variety of professions. COMMUNICATION WITH PARENTs Sixth Form

We believe that students are more likely to make progress if parents and teachers are all seen to be working together in the best interests of the student. There are many opportunities throughout the school year for parents and the school to be in contact with each other: Consultation Evenings – when all subject teachers are available for consultation. These are held for each year group and normally take place from 4:15pm to 7:15pm on a Thursday evening. • Year 12 Sixth Form Matters Evening – to assist students in settling in to Sixth Form and provide important information to parents which will enable them to support their daughter/son through A Level and Level 3 vocational study. • Year 12 Post Sixth Form Pathways Evening – to inform students and parents about the choices students have in life beyond Sixth Form. • Screening and Progress Reports – these are issued termly to inform parents about the progress students are making towards their target A Level or Level 3 vocational grades. • Full Reports – full written reports are sent home to all parents once a year. • Website – useful school information, regular updates and copies of correspondence can be found on our school website www.formbyhighschool.com. • Email – parents are welcome to communicate by email to [email protected]. • Text – we ask parents to sign-up to ParentMail® in order to enable the school to send a text message if your daughter/son is absent without notification. • Twitter – our twitter feeds (@FormbyHigh and @FHS_SIXTHFORM) provide a useful ‘real time’ update of news and events happening inside and outside school. • Sixth Form Telephone – our direct line is 01704 835659 Parents are welcome in school at any time if they wish to discuss any matter that is causing concern; however, we do request that parents call to make an appointment in advance. We may ask parents to come in if we wish to discuss a student’s progress or behaviour. Parents will receive letters home on a regular basis and for some letters we ask that the reply slip is signed and returned to school. ParentMail® The school uses ParentMail® to communicate with parents by email and text message in order to limit the costs and environmental impact associated with sending paper copies of correspondence home. We ask all parents to sign up to this service in order to improve the reliability and speed of communication from the school. Please be assured that ParentMail® is registered with the Data Protection Registrar and guarantees that all information you provide will be kept private and will not be passed on to any other organisation. ParentPay® The school’s method of payment for school meals, trips and events is ParentPay® which enables parents to pay online using a credit or debit card. This system is easy to use and offers parents the freedom to make online payments whenever/wherever they like with the security of knowing their child will not have to worry about taking money into school. Parents are able to access their full payment history and merge accounts if they have more than one child at school. Times of the School Day

8:55am - 9:10am Arrival in school / Assembly 9:10am - 10:10am Period 1 10:10am - 10:15am Lesson changeover 10:15am - 11:15am Period 2 11:15am - 11:30am Morning Break 11:30am - 12:30pm Period 3 12:30pm - 1:15pm Lunch (Year 7 at 12:15pm) 1:15pm - 2:15pm Period 4 2:15pm - 2:20pm Lesson changeover 2:20pm - 3:20pm Period 5

*We operate a two-week timetable; every alternate Friday (Week 2) school will end at 2:15pm. Formby High School - Summer 2019 Sixth Form A Level Results

Subject Entries A* A B C D E U %A*-B %A*-E Ancient History 16 0 1 7 4 3 1 0 50 100 Biology 27 2 5 5 6 3 5 1 44 96 Chemistry 16 0 6 3 3 2 2 0 56 100 Computer Science 11 0 0 2 1 7 1 0 18 100 Drama 19 0 0 2 7 6 4 0 11 100 English Language & Literature 24 1 1 11 7 4 0 0 54 100 English Literature 14 1 2 7 2 1 1 0 71 100 Film Studies 11 0 0 3 7 1 0 0 27 100 Fine Art 16 3 2 4 5 2 0 0 56 100 French 2 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 100 Geography 34 1 4 6 9 11 2 1 32 97 History 28 4 8 9 6 1 0 0 75 100 Italian 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 100 100 Mathematics 30 0 4 5 7 6 7 1 30 97 Mathematics Further 5 0 0 0 1 3 1 0 0 100 Music 4 0 0 2 0 2 0 0 50 100 Physical Education 16 0 1 6 3 3 1 2 44 88 Physics 14 0 1 2 6 4 1 0 21 100 Polish 2 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 100 100 Politics 13 1 0 6 3 2 1 0 54 100 Portuguese 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 100 Religious Studies 3 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 67 100 Spanish 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 100 100 Extended Project Qualification 14 6 5 0 1 1 0 1 79 93 Total 322 19 42 84 80 63 28 6 45 98 BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate Results

Subject Entries D* D M P U %D*/D %D*-P Business 35 1 17 16 1 0 51 100 Engineering 15 1 5 8 1 0 40 100 Information Technology 26 1 13 11 1 0 54 100 Performing Arts (Dance) 4 1 1 2 0 0 50 100 Sport 4 0 1 3 0 0 25 100 Total 84 4 37 40 3 0 49 100 Summary of Entry Requirements for Sixth Form Courses (September 2020) Sixth Form

Course Requirements Ancient History Grade 6 in GCSE History (if studied) or grade 6 in GCSE English Language or English Literature Art Grade 6 in GCSE Art Biology Grade 6 in GCSE Biology or two grade 6s in GCSE Trilogy Science, and a grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics Business Studies BTEC Grade 4 in GCSE Business (if studied) and grade 4 in Mathematics Chemistry Grade 6 in GCSE Chemistry or two grade 6s in GCSE Trilogy Science, and a grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics Computing BTEC Grade 6 in GCSE Computer Science and grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics Digital Media Cambridge Technical Award Level 2 Pass in OCR Cambridge Nationals Digital iMedia or demonstrable interest in and commitment to digital media Drama and Theatre Studies Grade 6 in GCSE Drama (if studied) or a grade 6 in GCSE English Language or English Literature Engineering BTEC Grade 5 in GCSE Physics (or two grade 5s in GCSE Trilogy Science), grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics and Level 2 Pass in Engineering or Design English Language and Literature Grade 6 in GCSE English Language and English Literature English Literature Grade 7 in GCSE English Language and English Literature Film Studies Grade 6 in GCSE English Language or English Literature Further Mathematics Grade 7 in GCSE Mathematics (and must be studied alongside Mathematics A Level) Geography Grade 6 in GCSE Geography History Grade 6 in GCSE History (if studied) or grade 6 in GCSE English Language or English Literature Mathematics Grade 7 in GCSE Mathematics Music Grade 6 in GCSE Music or Grade 5 Music Theory and Grade 5 Instrumental Music Technology Grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics or Computing or Grade 5 Music Theory Performance (Dance) BTEC Grade 4 in GCSE Dance or equivalent Dance qualification or demonstrable interest in and commitment to Dance Physical Education Grade 6 in GCSE Physical Education and grade 6 in GCSE Biology and Physics or two grade 6s in GCSE Trilogy Science Physics Grade 6 in GCSE Physics or two grade 6s in GCSE Trilogy Science, and a grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics Politics Grade 6 in GCSE History (if studied) or grade 6 in GCSE English Language or English Literature Religious Studies Grade 6 in GCSE Religious Studies or grade 6 in GCSE English Language or English Literature Spanish Grade 6 in GCSE Spanish Sport BTEC Grade 4 in GCSE Physical Education (if studied) or grade 4 in GCSE Biology or the Biology component of Trilogy Science Sixth Form Application Form 2020 Sixth Form Personal Details Please complete all sections in block capitals.

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Please return this form to: Director of Sixth Form, Formby High School, Freshfield Road, Formby, L37 3HW Deadline for Internal Applications: 31 January 2020 Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Ancient History

Why study Ancient History at features which make the subject so Which other subjects complement interesting and engaging for What can the qualification lead to? Formby High School? Ancient History? students. The specification contains four elements: the Greek History  English A Level Ancient History offers A degree course in History is the most component consists of a period study  Geography students the opportunity to study obvious next step. History is a useful looking at relations between Greek  History elements of the classical world, and often necessary subject for a and non-Greek states 492 – 404 BC,  Religious Education acquiring in the process some number of careers e.g. the media, as well as a depth study into society understanding of the culture, politics journalism, law, local government, and politics of Sparta. The Roman and social life of Rome and Greece at where employers appreciate History component also has period Student Viewpoint significant periods in their history. The analytical, investigative and and depth study elements: the Julio- course provides excellent preparation communicative skills. Many people Claudian Emperors, 31 BC – AD 68 for students wishing to progress to with History qualifications also find and the breakdown of the Late further study. employment in business, accountancy, Republic. marketing and sales, for example. A Level Ancient History students at The principal focus of each study is Formby High School have consistently History qualifications are highly the handling of original sources. You gone on to study for degrees at the valued by a range of employers, as should be able to demonstrate highest ranked universities. Students students with them are seen as knowledge and an understanding of are guided through their studies by inquisitive and capable of making the nature of historical evidence, the teachers with expertise in Greek and their own judgements on information “Ancient History is the study of methods used by historians in analysis Roman History. The enthusiasm with presented to them. They also have Greece and Rome and their impact on and evaluation, as well as the which the subject is taught, together good communication skills and show modern society. Greece is the seat of selection of original source material in with the hands-on approach in terms initiative in seeking out information. democracy and the politicians of its context. of the use of original source material, Ancient Rome were cunning, are crucial components of what could egotistical and power-hungry. Both There is also a requirement to What are the entry requirements? only be described as a vibrant teachers are extremely passionate demonstrate knowledge and classroom experience. about the subject and bring it alive in understanding of historians’ a thought-provoking and humorous A grade 6 in GCSE History (if studied) interpretations and to be able to way. I would thoroughly or grade 6 in GCSE English Language What does the course involve? analyse and evaluate these recommend A Level Ancient History or English Literature. An interest in interpretations. This will be assessed to anyone joining Formby High and enthusiasm for the subject are of within both period studies. School Sixth Form and feel privileged paramount importance when studying The reformed A Level contains many to have studied it.” Ancient History. of the popular topics as well as many

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Art

Why study Art at Competition, and offer educational which is supplemented with an Art, accompanied by a willingness to visits to complement their study and extended essay of 3000 words. The develop individual ideas. Formby High School? appreciation for the subject. remainder of A Level marks are awarded based on the externally set Which other subjects The Art Department prides itself on Staff at Formby High School are assignment. Students select from a complement Art? making Art meaningful, enjoyable and driven and passionate about Art and range of starting points and produce accessible to all. We provide a unique take great pleasure in developing the a clearly defined selection of work in a means of self-expression whilst  English same enthusiasm and commitment set amount of preparatory time.  Drama and Theatre Studies promoting the confidence and desire with our A Level students. in students to produce work of a high  Geography What can the qualification  History quality. This is a highly structured and lead to?  Mathematics intensive course, with increasing What does the course involve?  Music Technology freedom given as the course progresses, enabling students to Because of the broad scope of the The A Level Fine Art course comprises explore a wide range of approaches course, it is a useful subject in Student Viewpoint and scales of working. of 60% coursework and 40% combination with many other A Level examination. During Year 12 students subjects and is of benefit to those Teachers offer extensive support, with are introduced to a range of pursuing various university degree lunch time and after school drop-in advanced techniques. The portfolio is courses, as well as to those who wish sessions available. We deliver the opportunity to demonstrate a to follow a career in Art and Design, additional Art workshops after school, variety of practices alongside one either through direct entry onto an providing students with a wider range extended collection of work based on Art degree course or a Foundation of skills. The intent of the course is to a selected theme or concept, which Art course. This course can help students increase their will run into Year 13. For the complement both creative and perception and awareness of how to externally set assignment in Year 13, academic subjects at this level and is interpret personal subject matter in a students prepare and complete a full highly valued by University providers. creative manner, encouraging an project, culminating in a final piece of ‘’I love A Level Fine Art because it imaginative and creative approach to work completed in a supervised allows me to learn and develop new What are the entry requirements? problem solving, and to develop self- timescale. skills, which has enabled me to discipline and confidence. experiment and push myself in A major part of the Year 13 course is Grade 6 in GCSE Art and an interest exciting directions through my work. the personal investigation. This is an We regularly enter students’ work and enthusiasm for the subject are of Art has supported me in discovering opportunity to explore a chosen into national competitions, notably paramount importance when studying my own style and teachers are the Saatchi Gallery School theme in a fully practical manner, encouraging and supportive.’’

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Biology

Why study Biology at study of four units: What can the qualification lead to? Student Viewpoint Formby High School?  Biological molecules  Cells  Organisms exchange substances Biology at Formby High School is one The nature of this course makes it with their environment component of our hugely successful ideal preparation for further study in  Genetic information, variation Science provision in Sixth Form. Our pure or applied natural sciences; for and relationships between science facilities are outstanding and example, medicine, agriculture, organisms we have a team of dedicated, veterinary science, sports physiology inspiring and knowledgeable During Year 13 a further four units and food science. teachers. Over recent years, students are studied: who have studied Biology A Level  Energy transfers in and between It also prepares students well for have been successful in gaining organisms employment in any appropriate field places on the Nuffield Bursary  How organisms respond to of life sciences. programme. changes in their environment “Biology is an extremely rewarding  Genetics, populations, evolution An A Level in Biology could be the What are the entry requirements? subject at A Level. I chose to do it as opening to an exciting range of and ecosystems I find it really interesting to learn biology-related careers or study in  The control of gene expression about what is going on in the body other sciences, including Medicine, Students require a grade 6 in GCSE and in the world. It is challenging as Biochemistry and scientific research. Investigation is at the heart of Biology or two grade 6s in GCSE it is so in depth but that makes it The origins of living things and how Biology and a rich diet of practical Trilogy Science and a grade 6 in more satisfying and enjoyable. they work is fundamental to the work is essential to develop students’ GCSE Mathematics. world we live in and, whether your manipulative skills and understanding I decided to stay on at Formby High of the processes of scientific School as I knew the teachers were all interest is in the animal world, marine Which other subjects investigation. Students taking A friendly and willing to help. The life, humans or plant life, the study of complement Biology? Biology is the core of further Level Biology will be expected to facilities here and the methods of knowledge and discovery. A Level carry out a set of 12 practical teaching also helped me choose to Biology is a versatile stepping stone activities which will be assessed by  Chemistry come to Formby High School Sixth to many fields of work and study. their teachers and required for their  Further Mathematics Form.” practical skills endorsement.  Mathematics  Physical Education What does the course involve?  Physics

During Year 12 the course involves the

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Computing Sixth Form

Computing is an exciting and can be used to protect data. Which other subjects complement Why study engaging subject which is designed to ‘Computer Games Development’ Computing at Formby provide a challenge that will ultimately allows each student to use their own Computing? High School? prepare students for the real world skills and imagination to design, situations that they will encounter in develop, test and evaluate a working  Digital Media a modern, digitally literate society. computer game of their own.  Mathematics Computing is relevant to the modern, changing world we live in. It is a  Science practical subject where students learn What does the course involve? What can the qualification lead to? to apply the principles learned in the classroom to real-world systems. Student Viewpoint Students will undertake to plan, The course is made up of four units: Computing provides a number of design and program their own transferable skills that are useful systems to solve problems and meet  Unit 1: Principles of Computer throughout many professions. As the needs of various situations. Science digital media, the internet and reliance  Unit 2: Fundamentals of upon computing becomes more Computing helps students to develop Computer Systems prevalent, the demand for educated the skills to solve problems, design  Unit 7: IT Systems Security and individuals with a well-rounded systems and understand the power Encryption knowledge of this field will also and limits of human and machine  Unit 14: Computer Games increase. intelligence. The ability to express Development yourself precisely and to think Many students go on to study through each problem, as it is ‘Principles of Computer Science’ Computing, or related courses, at encountered, are qualities that are focuses on the algorithms and university and can pursue careers in encouraged and will develop programming aspects of the subject, such professions as: throughout the course. developing students’ computational “I really enjoy Computing. I like the and thinking skills.  Computer game design depth of the course, which goes into Students will be able to think  Programming detail about how computer hardware analytically and understand the ‘Fundamentals of Computer Systems’  Web design deals with processing and storing consequences of using computers in investigates the way individual  Software engineering information. Thetheorypartsof the terms of the social, legal and ethical components function and how  Systems analysis course are interesting and let you see issues surrounding them. hardware and software work in how new systems and algorithms are tandem within a digital system. designed and how they work in the real Students will benefit from an What are the entry requirements? world. I’m just starting my understanding of Mathematics but a ‘IT Systems Security and Encryption’ programmingproject which I am logical mind will be the most distinct takes a detailed look at the lookingto design a computer game. advantage. vulnerabilities of networked systems Grade 6 in GCSE Computer Science and how different encryption methods and grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics. It’s challenging and rewarding.”

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Business Sixth Form

Why study Business at lead to a wide range of university What does the course involve? Student Viewpoint Formby High School? courses in Business Management, Accounting, Events Management. Alternatively, you may decide to use Business is an extremely popular and The course will consist of four units in this qualification to go directly into successful specialist subject. Our order to qualify for a BTEC Level 3 employment. students achieve consistently high Extended Certificate in Business: grades in the BTEC course, with the majority of students achieving from  Exploring Business What are the entry requirements? Merit to Distinction grades. You will  Developing a Marketing Campaign work in our excellent ICT rooms with  Personal and Business Finance outstanding teachers to develop your Grade 4 in GCSE Business (if studied)  Recruitment and Selection and a grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics. knowledge of the business world. Process You will learn about the business “I have really enjoyed studying environment, how businesses develop The course will consist of 42% internal Which other subjects complement Business in sixth form; it has given me a marketing campaign, how to deal assessment, 33% written examination this Business course? a greater understanding of operations with business and personal finance (Personal and Business Finance) and within a business as well as and how to successfully manage 25% externally assessed controlled  BTEC Digital Media supporting me in key areas such as recruitment and selection. assessment.  BTEC Performing Arts personal finance and interview  BTEC Sport techniques. My passion for Business You will study a wide range of  All Humanities courses businesses and have the opportunity What can the qualification lead to? at sixth form has led to me applying  Mathematics to develop important real life for a Business related subject at  Science business skills. You will have one University.” examination to revise for, two pieces As a student with a BTEC Level 3 of coursework to complete and one qualification in Business, you have controlled assessment to undertake. access to a wide range of possible This Business course is delivered by careers and higher education enthusiastic, experienced and opportunities. The subject combines innovative staff, who are ideally well with the Level 3 Cambridge placed to support and motivate you Technical in Digital Media, Social to succeed at a high level. Sciences and Humanities subjects

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Chemistry

Why study Chemistry at science students have been successful What can the qualification lead to? Student Viewpoint Formby High School? in the Nuffield Bursary programme. Each year, we also enter a team into the Merseyside Young Analyst Chemistry is the core science bridging The nature of this course makes it an Competition at the University of the gap between Physics and Biology. ideal preparation for further study in Liverpool. It seeks to find solutions for society’s Pure or Applied Natural Sciences; for problems such as sustainability and example Medicine, Dentistry, energy supply. There are many What does the course involve? Veterinary Science, Engineering, careers in Chemistry but even if you Sports Physiology and Food Science. are looking for a job in another field, It also prepares you for employment the numeracy and problem solving As an A Level Chemistry student, your in any appropriate field of life skills gained are invaluable. course will include: sciences.  Specialist lessons in well- AQA A Level Chemistry is designed resourced laboratories "Chemistry is an interesting, diverse, to encourage you to:  Individual study sessions and What are the entry requirements?  Gain hands-on practical skills and practical work yet challenging subject. I really enjoy data analysis skills  Investigative and practical skills all my Chemistry lessons, and whether  Appreciate how science works assessments Students require a grade 6 in GCSE you are exploring new concepts or and its relevance beyond the  Use of computer databases, Chemistry or two grade 6s in GCSE completing one of the many required laboratory data-logging, spread sheets and Trilogy Science and a grade 6 in practicals, every lesson is engaging.  Demonstrate a synoptic the internet GCSE Mathematics. You cannot fault the school’s amazing understanding A Level Chemistry involves aspects of teachers, who bring their passion for  Study Chemistry in a Inorganic, Organic and Physical the subject to each lesson and always contemporary context Which other subjects complement Chemistry. Chemistry? provide me and so many others with Chemistry at Formby High School is such valued support; making the Throughout the two year course there taught by knowledgeable, enthusiastic subject much more manageable. If are 12 compulsory assessed practical  Biology and supportive staff with a consistent like me you have a keen interest in activities which are completed to gain record of outstanding examination  Engineering the subject, value incredible support the practical skills accreditation that results. Our science facilities are  Geography from teachers and are up for a most university science courses will excellent with lessons taking place in  Mathematics challenge, Chemistry at Formby High require. Other practical activities will recently refurbished laboratories and  Physical Education is for you!" also be completed to support students having access to a wide range  Physics of resources. Over recent years, our learning.

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form Core Mathematics

Why study Core Mathematics at understanding the world we live in and  Cost benefit analysis instance, students in social sciences, making decisions based on evidence. business, psychology, sciences and Formby High School?  Graphical methods health sciences who are not taking A/AS Level Mathematics may find the Core Core Mathematics is a qualification for What does the course involve?  Rates of change Mathematics element useful in students who want to keep up their preparing for university study where a  Exponential functions valuable mathematics skills but are not working application of Mathematics or planning to take A Level Mathematics. The course is studied over one year and The course is assessed by two 1.5 hour statistics may be required. It is a Level 3 course, and is equivalent consists of the following core content: papers, taken at the end of Year 12, to an AS Level in terms of UCAS points.  Analysis of data both worth 50% of the course and both What are the entry requirements? having pre-release material included in Students who study Core Mathematics  the assessment. develop the mathematical, quantitative Mathematics for personal and statistical skills to be better finance GCSE Mathematics Grade 5 or above. prepared for work, life and further  Estimation What can the qualification lead to? study. The course is designed to enable Which other subjects complement students to retain, deepen and extend  Critical analysis of given data Core Mathematics? their knowledge and skills from GCSE, and models. Universities will not generally require a as well as studying and applying new, Core Mathematics qualification for entry  Biology relevant Level 3 material. In addition, optional content allows onto a degree course, and it is not a  Business Studies students to extend these ideas and take replacement for courses that specify A Core Mathematics is a particularly  Chemistry a deeper look at further statistical and Level Mathematics as a pre-requisite.  Computer Science relevant option if your other subject discrete methods. choices include some use of  Engineering However, universities value Mathematics, such as Engineering, Choices include:  Geography mathematics skills for many different Geography or Business. Anyone hoping  Physics degree courses. Mathematical and to be a primary school teacher or work  The normal distribution statistical problem solving, data analysis in nursing can benefit from Core  and interpretation skills can be useful Mathematics as well. Even if you are Probabilities and estimation for a wide variety of undergraduate considering arts courses, you would find  Correlation and regression degrees, and a Core Mathematics Core Mathematics valuable because qualification may help you to improve competence in applying mathematical  Critical path analysis and maintain these skills, especially if thinking boosts employability in almost you are not taking A Level all careers and is very useful for  Expectation Mathematics/ Further Mathematics. For

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Cambridge Technical Level 3 Certificate in Digital Media Sixth Form

Why study but it focuses on developing an What does the course involve? understanding of the way Digital Student Viewpoint Information Technology at Media products are produced and Formby High School? created using more advanced skills The new course consists of six units; and understanding. The Digital Media qualification is one three examined and three coursework of the most popular Sixth Form based. If you decide to go on to university or options at Formby High School. college you could undertake a degree First year Units: in subjects such as: Students say that they enjoy learning  Unit 1: Digital Media Products about how new types of media are and Audiences  ICT created, using their ICT skills, for  Unit 2: Pre-Production and  Media Studies different purposes and audiences. Planning  Business & E-commerce  Unit 21: Plan and Deliver a Pitch  Digital Design and Media Digital Media lessons are interesting for a Media Product  Media and Communication and engaging, whilst providing Second year Units: “Of all the courses I am currently challenging experiences designed to  Unit 3: Create a Media Product studying, Digital Media is my allow you to develop skills that will be  Unit 6: Social Media and What are the entry requirements? favourite. Each unit is different and of importance throughout your life. Globalisation provides its’ own challenge. I am The course is delivered by a  Unit 23: Create a Personal Media particularly enjoying planning and department of digital specialists using Level 2 Pass in OCR Cambridge Profile designing my own television drama impressive facilities that have been Nationals Digital iMedia or equivalent for the unit on designing a media designed specifically to aid learning ICT qualification. pitch, whilst learning about the way and promote the development of What can the qualification lead to? different types of companies work your abilities. Which other subjects complement together to create cross media Information Technology? products in my theory based units. Work submitted by students is Many Formby High School students assessed and returned with detailed have gone on to university to pursue  Business Studies Digital media is becoming a more feedback providing step-by-step their ICT education. The Digital media  Computing important part of the world as the guidance on how to attain even course provides an excellent basis to  Film Studies Internet makes it possible to reach higher grades, ensuring that each work from, giving them an advantage new audiences in different ways. It’s member of the class meets their full over students from other institutions.  Humanities good to be able to use my ICT skills potential. Not only does it utilise a number of  Music to create exciting new projects.” the ICT skills required throughout life  Music Technology

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Drama and Theatre Studies

Why study Drama and Theatre produced very successful results with past students. What are the entry requirements? Student Viewpoint Studies at Formby High School?

Drama is a popular and successful What does the course involve? A grade 6 in GCSE Drama (if studied) subject. or grade 5 in GCSE English Language or English Literature. Drama and Theatre Studies will There is an emphasis on Drama and enhance communication, organisation Theatre Studies as a practical, and research skills. It will develop intellectual and artistic subject. There Which other subjects complement Drama and Theatre Studies? confidence and provide many will be devised and scripted practical opportunities for practical and performances that are assessed by a independent exploration - skills that visiting examiner and internally Drama and Theatre Studies are valued and demanded by assessed. The course also encourages complements the study of other subjects such as: employers and institutions alike. the practical and theoretical exploration of play texts from  Dance “The Drama A level course is Students enjoy the highly creative and different periods and genres,  English Language and Literature fascinating, covering: theory and friendly teaching and learning including the study of two theatre  Film Studies practical aspects of play texts, environment. In our excellent studio practitioners and the analysis of  studying practitioners and developing theatre space they can explore ideas, History production elements. production skills. The course develop their acting, technical and  Music encourages you to be confident by design skills, experiment with style  Music Technology challenging you to devise and and genre and utilise the professional What can the qualification lead to? perform in a performance with a technical resources. group of fellow students. Although Our course is designed to fully The AQA course obviously lends itself hard work, this has helped me to prepare our students for examination to the further study of Drama but, as understand how to structure a plot, and for future study at university and it builds confidence and presentation write a script and work within a group specialist drama schools. Prospective skills, it will be of use in an extensive as well as being lots of fun. I drama school and National Youth range of careers. encourage anyone with a love of Theatre candidates are prepared for drama and theatre to take this auditions during the course which has subject.”

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Engineering Sixth Form

Why study Engineering at providers as contributing to meeting  A Level Physics What does the course involve? admission requirements for a variety Formby High School?  BTEC Business of courses in the engineering sector; for example, BEng (Hons) in Engineering is a new subject within The course will consist of four units in Engineering, BEng (Hons) in Student Viewpoint our existing suite of BTEC courses. order to qualify for a BTEC Level 3 Electronics Engineering, BSc (Hons) in This course is designed for learners Extended Certificate in Engineering: Computer Science or Mathematics. who are interested in a career in the Engineering Principles – a third of the This qualification could also lead to engineering sector and want to course, an external examination which job opportunities in the engineering progress to further study in this must be passed to achieve this sector such as engineering operatives, direction. Our students achieve qualification. semi-skilled operatives or consistently high grades in the BTEC Delivery of Engineering Processes manufacturing operatives. It also courses, with the majority of students Safely as a Team – a sixth of the supports those following an achieving from Merit to Distinction* course, a written report, which is apprenticeship in engineering who grades. internally assessed. are looking to work and progress in the engineering sector as an Engineering covers a broad variety of Engineering Product Design and “I am really enjoying studying BTEC engineering operative. roles. It involves the application of Manufacture – a third of the course, a Engineering. I have developed lots of scientific principles and practical timed external controlled assessment, new skills particularly around using knowledge to safely transform ideas which must be passed to achieve this What are the entry requirements? CAD. We are challenged to use and materials into products and qualification. professional standard software to systems, and support them during Computer Aided Design in complete a piece of coursework. I their lifetime. This qualification Engineering – a sixth of the course, an  Grade 5 in GCSE Physics (or the have found this incredibly interesting focuses on a broad range of internally assessed portfolio. Physics component of GCSE and it will benefit me incredibly when engineering specialist areas. You will Trilogy Science) applying for either an apprenticeship  Grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics learn about engineering principles or university place. The external exam What can the qualification lead to?  Grade 4 in GCSE Design and Mathematics, health and safety, units are intense, giving me real Technology (if studied) team work, interpreting and creating insight in to understanding the impact computer-aided engineering, As a student with a BTEC Level 3 of science and maths when solving Which other subjects complement engineering problems. Through the drawings, design and manufacture of qualification in Engineering, you have this Engineering course? products. access to a wide range of possible team work project, I have improved careers and higher education and developed my leadership skills,  A Level Art opportunities. The subject is again key in preparation for my future recognised by higher education  A Level Computer Science career in engineering.”  A Level Mathematics

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level English Language and Literature

literary critical concepts as well as Why study English Language and analytical frameworks in commenting What can the qualification lead to? Student Viewpoint Literature at on spoken language and written Formby High School? texts. The course will allow you to develop as independent, confident There is a wide range of possible career and higher education A Level English Language and and reflective readers, enabling you opportunities. You will learn and use Literature is one of the most popular to relate literary and non-literary texts a variety of transferable skills in subjects in the school, with results to the contexts in which they were speaking and writing for different which consistently build on the produced. purposes and audiences. The course national reputation of the department The course requires you to study both will form a good basis for study in any at GCSE level. Our course has a 100% spoken and written texts, to analyse future pathway – the Arts, the success rate over the past ten years, ways of constructing meanings Humanities, Law and the Sciences. with last year’s cohort achieving 54% through language. There is an A*-B. The feedback from students is imaginative and engaging choice of that our lessons are well planned, What are the entry requirements? texts and topics which will generate innovative and give plenty of “English Language and Literature has enthusiasm, including texts such as given me essential communication opportunity to develop ideas and Fitzgerald’s ‘The Great Gatsby’, and analytical skills that will be independence. They say that work is Grade 6 in GCSE English Language Williams’ ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ quickly and efficiently marked and and English Literature. needed in almost every job. I enjoy and Shakespeare’s ‘Othello’. You will always gives clear and detailed all of the texts that we study as they be inspired by learning about spoken guidance for improvement. Which other subjects complement are varied, challenging and and written language from real and English Language and Literature? interesting. The teachers have a deep imagined worlds as you engage with knowledge of all of the texts and are What does the course involve? the craft of writing to analyse texts in enthusiastic and approachable. They  Drama and Theatre Studies both Year 12 and Year 13. You will provide us with a good resource for also complete a coursework portfolio  Film Studies help and support. I feel that the English Language and Literature of your own creative and non-fiction  Geography essay writing skills I have developed enables you to study the two aspects writing in Year 13.  History are invaluable preparation for of English as interconnecting  Music university and I would recommend disciplines in ways which deepen the The A Level course will be assessed  Religious Studies this course to any GCSE student who understanding and enjoyment of through two examinations (2 hours enjoys English.” these areas. and 30 mins each) worth 40% of the marks each, plus a coursework The course allows you to develop portfolio worth 20% of the marks. your ability to use linguistic and

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School A Level English Literature Sixth Form

movement, author or period in order Why study English Literature at  History What does the course involve? to produce an extended essay.  Music Formby High School?  Religious Studies The A Level course will be assessed English Literature is an ideal choice The course will offer you the chance through three examinations (two of 2 for anyone who loves reading and is to study a rich variety of literature hours and 15 mins and one of 1 hour Student Viewpoint interested in the big questions from different time periods. The texts and 15 mins) which combined are regarding human experience. It is also are stimulating and interesting, and worth 80% of the marks, plus a a highly respected A Level that can be there is the opportunity for you to coursework piece worth 20% of the instrumental in helping students gain develop your own interests and to marks. university places in a variety of bring your own creative and subjects. Students will gain a great independent skills to the tasks. deal of academic prowess as they are What can the qualification lead to? taught to think analytically, consider The course will give you the different interpretations and listen opportunity to explore the and respond to one another relationships that exist between texts There is a wide range of possible sensitively. One of the most important and the contexts within which they career and higher education skills they will develop is how to write are written, received and understood. opportunities. You will learn and use coherently and critically. Studying texts within a shared context a variety of transferable skills in will enable you to investigate and speaking and analytical writing. The Last year’s cohort achieved 71% at connect them, drawing out patterns course will form a good basis for A*-B. of similarity and difference using a study in any future pathway – the variety of reading strategies and Arts, the Humanities, Law and the “English Literature A Level is an The feedback from students is that perspectives. In this way you are Sciences. academically demanding, yet truly encouraged to challenge the our lessons are well planned, fulfilling subject. Studying a variety of innovative and enjoyable. Students interpretations of other readers as works from poetry to drama to prose work in an extremely positive you develop your own informed What are the entry requirements? is enriching and exciting. The course personal responses. classroom environment which enables allows you to analyse texts in depth lively and penetrating discussion. and complements the study of other Work is quickly and efficiently marked You will study prose, poetry and Grade 7 in GCSE English Language A Level subjects. The teachers drama texts, including Williams’ ‘A and always gives clear and detailed and English Literature. provide constant support and share guidance for improvement. Streetcar Named Desire’, Bronte’s their views, whilst encouraging Prospective Oxbridge candidates are ‘Wuthering Heights’ and Hosseini’s ‘A independent thinking. On the course Thousand Splendid Suns’. You will Which other subjects complement prepared for their personal I have particularly enjoyed Hosseini’s statements and interviews from early also study a range of poetry written English Literature? ‘A Thousand Splendid Suns’ and in the first term of Sixth Form. post-2000 and a selection of poems Williams’ and ‘A Streetcar Named by John Keats. In Year 13 you will  Drama and Theatre Studies Desire’.” undertake an independent critical  Film Studies study of two texts linked by theme,  Geography

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Film Studies

Film Studies is a vibrant, absorbing Why study Film Studies at What can the qualification lead to? Student Viewpoint subject that will change the way you Formby High School? look at this cornerstone of popular culture forever! The study of film can of course lead to Many consider film to be the main a career or further research in the cultural innovation of the 20th century media. The skills of analysis, creativity and a major art form of the last What does the course involve? and production can be applied to a hundred years. Film Studies offers variety of other areas such as students the opportunity to At the end of the course students will Business, Management, English, investigate how film works in sit two external assessments and Public Relations, Human Resources representing the world we live in and complete one coursework and Media Studies. “Film Studies is a really interesting understand the creativity and assignment. The first examination will and creative subject. It enables you to imagination by which this is achieved. focus on US and British film with understand the creative processes reference to Hollywood movies old What are the entry requirements? The course involves the study of and institutional contexts behind films and new (Apocalypse Now and Selma mainstream and independent and filmmakers. We study a really for example) and UK films like ‘This is Grade 6 in GCSE English Language or American and British films from the wide variety of films from different England’. The second examination English Literature. past and the present as well as more cultures and time periods, including will explore the diversity of the global recent global films, both non-English foreign and experimental films that film industry where there is a focus on language and English language. The Which other subjects complement you would probably never think of European and World Cinema, such as historical range represented in those Film Studies? watching yourself, but they are Pan’s Labyrinth, documentary (‘Amy’, films is extended by the study of actually really entertaining and about the life of the singer) as well as silent movies and significant film interesting. Film Studies allows you to significant film movements.  English movements so that students can track look beyond the story and to Coursework will be of a creative  Digital Media (BTEC) the development of film from its early understand the different components nature and involve the production of  Music years to the present day and beyond. that make up the scenes within the a screenplay and storyboard, which is  Music Technology Studies in documentary, experimental film, such as cinematography, mise – worth 30% of the grade. Students  Performing Arts (BTEC) and short films add to the breadth of en – scene, sound and editing. The therefore need to have a keen  Theatre Studies the learning experience. Studying a teachers are really enthusiastic and interest in film, be resourceful and diverse range of films gives the passionate about the subject and they open to new ideas and ways of opportunity to apply knowledge and really push you to do the best you can thinking. understanding of how films are possibly do. To study Film you have constructed to a student’s own to have a real passion and interest in filmmaking and screenwriting. films because it’s a lot more than just sitting and watching films all day.”

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School A Level Further Mathematics Sixth Form

Further Pure Mathematics 2: Why study Further Mathematics at What can the qualification lead to? Student Viewpoint Formby High School? Complex numbers, further algebra and functions, further calculus, polar Further Mathematics A Level is ideal coordinates, hyperbolic functions & Further Mathematics is important for for students who want to go on and differential equations students wishing to pursue a degree study Mathematics at university. In in STEM subjects of Science, addition, an increasing range of other Further Statistics: Technology, Engineering and, of university courses also value Further course, Mathematics. Mathematics. Linear regression, statistical distributions, correlation, hypothesis This course is not just for testing and chi squared tests, exceptionally gifted mathematicians probability distributions, combination What are the entry requirements? but also anyone who enjoys of random variables, estimation, Mathematics and thinks they might confidence intervals and normal wish to do a degree at a good distribution and probability Grade 7 in GCSE Mathematics (and university in Physics, Engineering, Computer Studies, Sciences or Decision Mathematics 1: must be studied alongside A Level Mathematics). Economics. It is also useful if you wish “Further Maths is a challenging but Algorithms and graph theory, critical to move into the business and rewarding subject. financial world as a career. path analysis and linear programming, transportation problems, allocation Which other subjects complement problems, flows in networks and Further Mathematics? My maths skills have strengthened linear programming, game theory, and I have found that taking Further What does the course involve? recurrence relations and decision Maths has given me an advantage  Biology analysis with my A Level Maths.  Chemistry The A Level Further Mathematics  Computer Science If you enjoy and have an aptitude for The course is assessed at the end of maths, I very much recommend this course includes:  Engineering Year 13 by three examinations, each subject.”  Mathematics Further Pure Mathematics 1: lasting two hours.  Music Technology Proof, complex numbers, matrices,  Physics further algebra and functions, further calculus and further vectors

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Geography

Why study Geography at facts, figures, ideas and perspectives What does the course involve? Student Viewpoint Formby High School? provides ideal preparation for decision-making at work. Geography can lead to the study of many related Geography is a rewarding and The department follows the new AQA subjects such as Architecture, relevant academic subject which will Geography A Level specification. Environmental Research, Planning, open up options for you in your Geology and of course Geography. future. Employers and universities see During Year 12, you will learn the Geography as a robust academic physical geography topics and subject rich in skills, knowledge and options. These include the water and What are the entry requirements? understanding. As a subject linking carbon cycles, coastal systems and the arts and the sciences, it is highly landscapes and tectonic and flexible in terms of subject atmospheric hazards. Fieldwork is A grade 6 in GCSE Geography. combinations. completed in the Summer Term of Year 12, with an individual Which other subjects complement “Geography at Formby High has At Formby High School we offer a investigation of between 3,000-4,000 Geography? package of quality teaching from words completed and submitted to underlined the relevance of the experienced staff, outstanding the examination board. subject in today’s dynamic world. My  Biology support and guidance and a wide interest in the subject has developed During Year 13, the human  Chemistry range of fieldwork and enhancement and this has been due to the geography topics and options will be  English activities. We focus on both academic department teaching team. All of the studied. These include global  History excellence as well as enjoyment. Over teachers are approachable and will systems and governance, changing the last few years, we have had a  Mathematics help you consolidate your knowledge urban places and population and the record number of students go on to  Physics of the subject, which makes you enjoy environment. study Geography or a geographical studying Geography even more! The related course at university. We are A Level course is taught by three specialist teachers and they link the passionate about Geography and look What can the qualification lead to? forward to the opportunity to teach learning directly to the demands of you. the examinations." The many skills in the course make geographers very attractive to employers. Geography’s synthesis of

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level History

Why study History at development of the USA and Britain their own judgements on information in the 20th Century. They will develop presented to them. You will also Student Viewpoint Formby High School? various skills as well as detailed develop good communications skills knowledge and understanding. Three and learn how to research History is a fascinating and inspiring of the units will be assessed through independently and manage your own subject which deals with human examination with one piece of learning. beings, the human story and our past. coursework. It offers a perspective on, and an understanding of, the present and Unit 1: Britain Transformed 1918-97 What are the entry requirements? satisfies a basic human trait - our curiosity about our world. History Unit 2: The USA 1920-55 Boom, Bust develops the skills and capacities, and Recovery Grade 6 in GCSE History (if studied) especially of judgement, analysis and or a grade 6 in GCSE English Unit 3: British Experience of Warfare communication, which lead to success Language or English Literature. c1790-1918 in many careers. Universities Which other subjects complement recognise that History is an Unit 4: Coursework (Origins of World History? academically rigorous subject and War One) "I have really enjoyed studying value these skills. History at A Level. I have developed a  Ancient History much greater understanding of how At Formby High School, your learning What can the qualification lead to?  English the USA and United Kingdom have will be guided by staff who will  Geography developed and this has allowed me to provide a high level of support to  reflect on historical events and apply History is a useful and often necessary Politics maximise your progress. them to the modern day, giving me subject for a number of careers in the  Religious Studies contextual understanding about the media, journalism, law and local background to current events. What does the course involve? government, where employers Teachers are enthusiastic, appreciate analytical, investigative knowledgeable and supportive. I and communication skills. The course specifications offer would recommend History as an A Level choice if you are interested in students the chance to study aspects History qualifications are highly th th the past and the present.” of 19 and 20 Century political, valued by a range of employers, as social and economic history with a students of the subject are seen as focus upon a comparison between the inquisitive and capable of making

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Modern Languages - Spanish and Polyglots Sixth Form

Why study Languages at politics at university or have taken up a What does the course involve? new language by opting for a degree What are the entry requirements? Formby High School? course in Spanish with Portuguese and have then been able to move on to Formby High School is a language rich The topics you will study include, amongst Masters courses such as an MSc in Speech Grade 6 in GCSE Spanish (Polyglot entries school and its students benefit from others: and Language therapy or an MA in to be discussed on an individual basis.) experienced, specialist linguists who are Applied Translation.  History keen to share their enthusiasm for Which other subjects complement languages. We have developed strong  Current affairs The Born Global research project by the links with local universities for visits, taster  Politics British Academy has highlighted that Languages? sessions and tutorials to offer a window  Religion employers view languages as a value- into the wider world of languages.  Multiculturalism added skill as they gain not only from the Languages complement all subjects!  Heritage linguistic skills and cognitive flexibility of Current students combine languages with The A level course is structured to build  Changes in family life modern languages graduates but also subjects such as Maths, Chemistry, students’ confidence and provide interest  Festivals and traditions from the cultural agility which comes from History, Politics, Biology, Geography. and challenge with students receiving  Immigration knowing other languages and cultures. personalised feedback and guidance.  Art There is a dedicated ICT study room for  Film studies Language rich students can look at a Student Viewpoint languages students and each student has  Literature variety of future employment possibilities access at home and in school to the A  Grammar such as these career examples from level languages ‘Dynamic Learning’ online University of Liverpool language platform which consists of an e-Textbook, What can the qualification graduates: a wealth of exercises with instant lead to? feedback, and practice exam style Journalist, Fraud Investigator, Intelligence questions for electronic submission. Analyst, Public Relations, Brand As the Czech proverb says, 'You live a Students can also develop their resilience Ambassador, European Customer Services new life for every new language you and independence by organising their Administrator, Publishing, Health speak'. Being able to speak another Researcher, Foreign News Editor, own Work Experience or a Study course “I chose to study Spanish for A level language is a highly respected abroad, such as a language course in the Accountant, Conference Manager, because of the opportunities it will qualification and is also a practical and University of Salamanca. Recruitment Consultant, Export open up for me. Since moving to this demonstrable life skill which allows you to Marketing, Interpreter, Teacher of English school in September, I have found the Additionally, our Sixth Form Enrichment get more out of life both personally and Overseas, Bi-Lingual Secretary…. Spanish teachers particularly supportive ‘Polyglots Connect’ programme caters for professionally. Studying a language at A and helpful with the jump we have accreditation where suitable in a range of Level will develop your skills and So the question is - Where will your made from GCSE. Taking Spanish has languages for students who are already confidence as a communicator. Some of languages take you? given me a better understanding of the Hispanic world and its history, culture bilingual - last year’s group gained extra A our recent A Level languages students and politics; it has also helped me to Levels in Italian, Portuguese and Polish. have gone on to study languages with improve my English vocabulary.”

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Mathematics

Why study Mathematics at Pure Mathematics Year 13: proof,  Science Student Viewpoint Formby High School? algebra and functions, coordinate  Statistics and Computing geometry, sequences and series, Mathematics offers many transferable trigonometry, differentiation, Whether your aim is to study skills and will support most STEM integration and numerical methods Mathematics at university or for it to subject courses and employment provide an excellent grounding for Statistics and Mechanics: statistical opportunities. careers in science, technology, sampling, data presentation and medicine, engineering, economics or interpretation, probability, statistical What are the entry requirements? banking, A Level Mathematics is a distributions and hypothesis testing, rewarding, interesting, stimulating kinematics, forces, Newtonian laws and enjoyable course. At its core, it and moments Grade 7 in GCSE Mathematics. can be described as the application of a limited number of methods to a In Years 12 and 13 you will study a Which other subjects complement never-ending amount of problems, variety of mathematics including pure “A Level Mathematics has proven to Mathematics? patterns and structures. mathematics, statistics and be a challenging yet intellectually mechanics. The course is assessed at rewarding subject. Studying Mathematics is the most popular the end of Year 13 by three  Biology Mathematics has not only enhanced choice at A Level and we have a examinations, each lasting two hours.  Business Studies my all round skillset but has reputation for excellent teaching. Our Pure mathematics accounts for two  Chemistry developed my problem solving as aim is to develop and nurture logical- papers with the other assessing  Computer Science well as my critical thinking skills. The thinking skills, which are very much in statistics and mechanics.  Engineering talents that I have gained have also demand, giving you a competitive  Music proven extremely useful when edge with future employers. What can the qualification lead to?  Music Technology combining with other A Levels and  Physics therefore it is a very transferable subject. The staff are incredibly What does the course involve? University/College courses in the helpful and offer well-structured and following subjects: engaging lessons, and their support Pure Mathematics Year 12: proof, outside of class is exceptional.” algebra and functions, coordinate  Actuarial Mathematics geometry, sequences and series,  Business trigonometry, exponentials and  Engineering logarithms, differentiation, integration  Finance and vectors  Mathematics

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Music

Why study Music at Renaissance to the present day. The armed forces. Our alumni musicians are course encompasses a huge variety of now working around the world as Student Viewpoint Formby High School? music from classical, pop, rock, dance, successful musicians and recording jazz, to film music and is ideal for artists, and within the British music and Music is a unique universal language anyone wanting to deepen their publishing industries. that provides an opportunity for skill appreciation of music as well as those and expression. A passion for music is a wishing to make it their career. must and this course gives you the What are the entry requirements? opportunity to explore music to 'new As an A Level musician, you will study a depths'. You will study all three main three unit course exploring: disciplines of performing, composing Grade 6 in GCSE Music or grade 5  Performance (solo and ensemble) and listening, developing skills and Music Theory and grade 5 Instrumental,  Composition alongside an equivalent level of technique over the two year course.  Appraising competency on an instrument, will Music is an outstanding subject area at You will explore the world of music provide the necessary skill level “The decision to study A Level Music was Formby High School and part of our through the following areas of study: required to achieve well at A level one of the main reasons for joining Performing Arts specialism. Our team of Vocal Music; Instrumental Music; Music Music. for Film; Popular Music and Jazz; Formby High. Whilst it is a challenging academic and peripatetic staff are course, the breadth of content is really Fusions; and New Directions. highly skilled and enthusiastic. You will Which other subjects interesting and covers a wide range of work in top class facilities, including our complement Music? musical styles and genres. As a performer recording studio and music technology What can the qualification lead to? I have been able to really develop as a suites. You will also have the soloist and ensemble member, exploring a Music students often study one or more opportunity to work alongside world- wide variety of new repertoire. I have of: class musicians, practitioners and enjoyed the opportunity to extend my The A Level course is excellent  Dance composers to support and enhance preparation for higher education composition and songwriting skills, and  Drama and Theatre Studies develop my understanding of music your development as a musician. courses in music, but is equally valuable  English technology software to further expand my for non-specialists as a second or third  History creative work. Since joining Formby High, area of study alongside a facilitating What does the course involve?  Information Technology (BTEC) I have performed at many events and subject choice, and is highly rated by  Modern Foreign Languages (for concerts, visited London’s West End to top universities. The three units offer a singers) perform with the cast of ‘The Lion King’ Our A Level course is a successful broad and satisfying experience for and recorded a charity single at Parr  Music Technology option and you will gain experience of those who want to extend and enhance Street Studios – all whilst refining my skills  Performing Arts (BTEC) composition, be given the opportunity their musical studies. Many of our as a jazz singer too. I am delighted with to perform in your preferred style and musicians have been successful in my choice to join this Sixth Form and you will learn how to listen perceptively gaining places at conservatoires in the recommend it to other musicians!” to every type of music from the UK and abroad, universities and the

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Music Technology

production tools and techniques to  Recording and production Why study Music Technology at Which other subjects complement capture audio, edit, process and mix. techniques for both corrective and Formby High School? Music Technology? Component 2: Technology-based creative purposes. composition - externally assessed (20%  Principles of sound and audio  Dance Music Technology plays a key role in of the qualification) technology.  music across the world. This You will build on newly acquired skills to Drama and Theatre Studies qualification is designed to open up a produce a technology-based  Mathematics range of exciting and useful composition chosen from three briefs What can the qualification lead to?  Music opportunities to encourage students to set by the examiner. You will create,  Physics learn about the subject. All students are edit and manipulate sounds using expected to explore their musicality and synthesis and creative effects in order to There are many important opportunities Student Viewpoint create original materials using produce your composition. in higher education and many career technology. Music Technology A Level Component 3: Listening and analysing - opportunities for those proficient in explores production, mixing, editing written examination (25% of the handling Music Technology. Music and engineering. As well as developing qualification) Technology careers could include the the skills required to use music software You will be expected to demonstrate following: sound engineer, record such as Cubase, you will study the your knowledge and understanding of producer, teacher, media producer, and history of Music Technology, the recording and production techniques sound design. Formby High School development of musical styles such as and principles. This will involve the students have been successful in hip hop, rock and dance music, and the application of knowledge related to gaining places at leading conservatoires influence of some of the most famous three areas of study: and universities, with many working in artists and producers. You will work in  recording and production the music and film industry at home and “Music Technology is the most enjoyable our Music Technology suites and our techniques for both corrective and abroad. subject that I study at Formby High recording studio is available for you to creative purposes School. Through studying Music run your own sessions and experiment  principles of sound and audio Technology, I have learned how to create, with the equipment on offer. technology What are the entry requirements? edit and record my own music which I  the development of recording and know will help me massively in the future as I wish to have a career in the music What does the course involve? production technology. A grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics or industry. My favourite element of music Component 4: Producing and analysing Computing, or grade 5 in Music Theory. technology is that most of the work isn’t - written/practical examination (35% of During the Music Technology course, You will also demonstrate a healthy just computer based and you are the qualification) students will learn and use a variety of interest in a wide range of musical frequently in the studio learning how all You will be expected to demonstrate music and music technology skills. styles, coupled with a hunger to learn the equipment works and you are taught your knowledge and understanding of Component 1: Recording - externally and develop the skills needed for music by dedicated teachers who have a real editing, mixing and production assessed (20% of the qualification) production and sound design. passion for their subject. I am thoroughly techniques. These will be applied to You will produce a recording, chosen enjoying studying Music Technology and I unfamiliar materials provided in the from a list of 10 songs provided, using hope to apply to study music and music examination and relate to two areas of technology in the future.” study:

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form BTEC Performing Arts (Dance)

Why study Dance at What does the course involve? What can the qualification lead to? Student Viewpoint Formby High School?

Dance is a popular and successful BTEC Dance aims to develop and BTEC Dance can lead to: specialist subject at Formby High extend knowledge, understanding  Degree courses in Dance School, with our students consistently and skills in participating,  Teaching achieving high grades. You will work communicating and appreciating  Careers in dance performance in our excellent Dance Studio with dance. Students will perform and outstanding teachers to develop interpret choreographic ideas, create communication and listening skills, imaginative dances and be able to What are the entry requirements? strength and stamina, flexibility and comment perceptively on structural movement memory. and expressive aspects of dance. Students of Dance will enhance their Grade 6 in GCSE Dance or equivalent Our Dance department has a thriving knowledge of professional repertoire, Dance qualification or demonstrable extra-curricular programme which composition, performance and interest in and commitment to Dance. “I have been involved in Dance since includes opportunities for Sixth Form appreciation skills, whilst developing Year 7 and participated in numerous dancers to lead activities across the team work and leadership skills. Which other subjects complement projects, performances and other school, as well as taking part in many Dance? dance initiatives. I continued my high profile performances, both in The course contains: dance journey in Year 10 and loved all school and at regional and national of the topics and opportunities which  Performance of dance Dance students often study one or venues. GCSE Dance offered. BTEC  Ballet and Contemporary more of the following: Performing Arts was a natural dance You will also have the opportunity to  Drama and Theatre Studies progression for me and I really  Choreography of solo, duet, work alongside a range of visiting  English enjoyed all of the performance and companies and practitioners, such as trio and group pieces  Digital Media (BTEC) choreography aspects of the course. Rambert, Ballet Boyz and New  Appreciation of dance and its  Music My teachers have also been really Adventures, and be involved in history  Music Technology supportive and encouraging, and numerous professional dance  Workshop and professional  Physical Education have helped me every step of the performances and showcases. repertoire  Sport (BTEC) way.”

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Physical Education

Why study Physical Education at  Biomechanics Psychology, Sports Nutrition, Sports Studies, Sports Rehabilitation, Sports Student Viewpoint Formby High School?  Skill acquisition  Sport psychology Science and Physiotherapy.  Sport and society A Level Physical Education is for  Contemporary issues in students who regularly take part in What are the entry requirements? sport as a leader or performer at club physical activity and sport level and want to broaden their This A Level course will involve the knowledge of theoretical concepts in Students will require a grade 6 in study of theoretical sporting concepts sport. The course provides students GCSE Physical Education, grade 6 in that promote a lifelong involvement in with the opportunity to investigate GCSE Biology and 6 in Physics or two physical activity. You are required to the physiological, psychological and grade 6s in GCSE Trilogy Science. be proficient as a performer or as a social aspects of sport. coach in one activity, and you will be An interest in sport and excellent required to perform skills at a high ability as a performer or coach in one “PE is divided into 3 components, What does the course involve? level in your sport and analyse the activity is essential, as is a desire to each of which are equally enjoyable performance of others. Students improve one’s own performance and interesting. The teachers for A- learn much about the body and the through regular practice. level PE are all very helpful and make The OCR specification is followed, impact of exercise on it. There is the content a lot easier to understand which offers progression from GCSE considerable science content and enjoyable to learn. The A-level Physical Education and provides a associated with the physiological Which other subjects complement course allows you to progress from solid foundation for study of the aspects of the course and students Physical Education? GCSE and go into further detail about subject in higher education. must be confident in their scientific how the body of an athlete works, knowledge and understanding.  Biology thinks and how sport has progressed The course takes a multi-disciplinary  Chemistry from pre industrial Britain to the approach, encouraging the present day. I also took biology and development of different methods of  Dance What can the qualification lead to? chemistry for A-level and PE definitely enquiry drawn from a wide range of  Geography aids both of these subjects. I would disciplines. The theory content  Physics highly recommend taking A-level PE if includes: The subject provides a solid you are enthusiastic about sport and  Applied anatomy and foundation for Physical Education and have an interest in anatomy of the physiology sports-based degree courses at body and how it works.”  Exercise physiology higher education, including Teaching, Sports Management, Sports

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Physics

Why study Physics at on classical Physics, will take you effectively and have highly through Einstein up to the present transferable skills. Student Viewpoint Formby High School? day. It will explain the amazing work currently being done in Particle Other than the more obvious science Physics at Formby High School has an Physics and Cosmology, visit the courses, Physics is very useful for impressive record of academic world of Quantum Physics where your Business and Music Technology success. It is taught in outstanding view of reality will be questioned and courses, amongst others. laboratories by highly experienced will also reveal beautiful questions and enthusiastic staff. We provide an that are still without answers. To study Physics at degree level, an A exciting array of learning Level in Mathematics is essential. opportunities, including current news In Year 12 you will study: articles, reading material made  Particles, Quantum Phenomena What are the entry requirements? available, trips to lectures, guest and Electricity scientists and former students visiting the school.  Mechanics, Materials and Waves “A Level Physics pushes your Students require a grade 6 in GCSE  Investigative and Practical Skills knowledge and understanding of the Physics or two grade 6s in GCSE A close supportive relationship with world around you to a new level. Trilogy Science and a grade 6 in the University of Liverpool exists and In Year 13 you will study: There are many interesting topics GCSE Mathematics. students are encouraged to take part  Fields and Further Mechanics which will leave you engaged and in university outreach programmes, determined to find an answer. including a Particle Physics Master  Nuclear, Thermal and Astro- Which other subjects complement physics Classes, Nuclear Physics Master Physics? I enjoy the challenges that A Level Classes and the Nuffield Science  Investigative and Practical Skills Physics brings and the teaching allows Bursary scheme.  Biology me to grasp these concepts quickly.  Chemistry As well as this, it allows you to What can the qualification lead to?  Further Mathematics develop problem solving skills which What does the course involve? are sought after by many universities  Geography and employers.” A Physics qualification would be  Mathematics This is a particularly exciting time in useful in any career as it shows the  Music Technology Physics with the particle accelerator at ability to collect information and CERN allowing us to observe things apply logical processes to the solving that were only theorised about of problems. Physicists communicate before. The course, while expanding

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School A Level Politics Sixth Form

and having the opportunity to visit Why study Politics at Formby High parliament. What are the entry requirements? Student Viewpoint School? What does the course involve? A grade 6 in GCSE History (if studied) Our lives are dominated by politics. or grade 6 in GCSE English Language People’s everyday concerns — health, or English Literature. the economy, crime, education, war Unit 1: UK Politics and Core Political Ideas are all, to some extent, controlled by Which other subjects complement politicians. Unit 2: UK Government and Non-Core Political Ideas Government and Politics? The course is concerned with power Unit 3: Comparative Politics: USA and how it is distributed. You will  Ancient History develop the skills and knowledge  English needed to understand politics and the What can the qualification lead to?  History relationship between political ideas,  Religious Studies "At a time of such political upheaval institutions and processes. and change, studying Politics has A Level Politics can help students Politics also provides an interesting never been more relevant. I have In Year 12 you will learn about UK access a number of university contrast to Science and Mathematics thoroughly enjoyed this subject as it Government and Politics, including courses and careers. The skills based subjects, offering students the has developed my knowledge of the UK’s key institutions such as developed will provide opportunity to pursue a rounded current affairs and how political parliament, the office of Prime excellent preparation for a number curriculum. systems operate, including their Minister, political parties and the UK of careers such as law, journalism, weaknesses. It has helped to enhance constitution. You will also learn about government, human resources, my communication skills, both written what influences how people vote and teaching, marketing and politics. and verbal. At a time when interest in the strengths and weaknesses of first politics among young people is not past the post, the UK electoral Politics qualifications are highly always high, I am delighted to have system. In Year 13, students learn valued by a range of employers, as developed a greater understanding about different political beliefs and students of this subject are inquisitive and am confident that it will help me ideologies and then consider these and make their own judgements on in a variety of ways in my adult life.” ideologies in action. There is also a information presented to them. They unit on US politics, which will allow also develop strong written and you to compare and contrast with the verbal communication skills and are UK. capable of working independently.

The theoretical study of Politics is enhanced by following current affairs Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form A Level Religious Studies

proposed for determining what is right or Teaching, Town Planning and Youth Work. Why study Religious Studies at good, such as whether it is following the Others have pursued careers such as the Student Viewpoint Formby High School? rules or doing what is best that matters Police Service, Human Resources and most, together with theories such as Retail Management. Religious Studies is a thought-provoking Situation Ethics, Utilitarianism and Natural Law. You will also explore moral issues and challenging course focusing on What are the entry requirements? Philosophy, Ethics and a study of the such as sexual ethics, animal beliefs, teachings and practices of one experimentation, immigration and capital world religion. It is a highly respected punishment as well as considering the Grade 6 in GCSE Religious Studies or academic qualification, developing skills question of whether we are truly free. grade 6 in English Language or Literature. of reasoning, critical evaluation and The world religion you will study is abstract thinking and sharpening your Buddhism. You will explore the core ability to read for information, write teachings and beliefs of Buddhism and the Which other subjects complement structured essays and construct effective ways in which those beliefs influence the Religious Studies? arguments. You will learn about and practices and lives of believers as well as reflect upon the big ideas of some of the the social and historical development of Religious Studies students often study one greatest thinkers in human history through the religion and the work of scholars on or more of: a rigorous study involving a range of the subject.  Ancient History activities which will prepare you well for “I chose Religious Studies A level as it You will sit a separate, 2 hour examination  English university, whatever you go on to study. allows a broad insight into many in each of the three areas of the course.  Geography interesting and debatable issues, such as In each examination you will be asked to  Government and Politics if it is right to do medical experiments on What does the course involve? choose two essay questions from a total  History animals or if God really does exist. This of five. enables me to develop a fully formed and However, a number of students have knowledgeable opinion. I also study English Literature and History and successfully combined it with subjects like: You will study towards the Eduqas WJEC Religious Studies complements them A Level in Religious Studies. There are What can the qualification lead to?  Business (BTEC) both well, for example by helping me to three areas of study. Philosophy of  Theatre Studies grasp a strong essay writing technique. I Religion includes elements such as  Film Studies chose this combination of subjects as I hope to study Law at university. I look arguments for the existence of God, Religious Studies is a useful qualification  Languages forward to my Religious Studies lessons challenges to religious belief, the nature for anyone thinking of a career or  Mathematics profession where your decisions will affect as they are always engaging and of miracles and how language is used in  Physical Education (A Level/BTEC) enthusiastically taught.” the lives of others. Apart from Philosophy religious philosophy. You will engage  Sciences and Theology, former students have gone with the big ideas and find out what  Art different scholars think about how on to study subjects such as convincing they are. Anthropology, Art, Business Studies, Ethical Philosophy involves the analysis of English, Forensic Sciences, History, IT, various methods that scholars have Law, Medicine, Journalism, Nursing,

Courses will require a minimum number of five students in order to run. Formby High School Sixth Form BTEC Level 3 Sport

Why study Sport at sport and to develop skills, knowledge and understanding in the What can the qualification lead to? Student Viewpoint Formby High School? relevant field. The emphasis is to apply learning in a practical and Formby High School has an realistic way in a vocational setting. With a BTEC Level 3 qualification in outstanding Physical Education Sport, you have access to a wide department and offers a diverse, This BTEC course will appeal to you if: range of possible careers and higher challenging and innovative curriculum education opportunities. You may, for Sport and Physical Education. Our  you have a keen interest in sport alternatively, decide to use this BTEC Sport course is exciting and  you enjoy studying a subject qualification to go directly into engaging, and ideal for those wishing which is relevant to your own life employment. to develop their knowledge and and experience understanding in a variety of topics.  you want the opportunity to carry What are the entry requirements? The course provides you with the out practical research in anatomy opportunity to develop a wide range and physiology, the sporting of skills, techniques, personal traits industry, fitness testing and other Students will require a grade 4 in and attitudes that are attractive to sporting concepts. GCSE Physical Education (if studied) employers in all areas. “I have always had a passion for sport or grade 4 in GCSE Biology (or Over two years you will complete a and I enjoyed studying GCSE PE. Biology component of GCSE Trilogy If you have a wide-ranging interest in total of four units to qualify for the BTEC Sport has given me an insight Science). All students should sport and you would like to follow a BTEC Extended Certificate in Sport. to the different careers in sport as demonstrate an interest in and course that is both challenging and well as helped me to enhance my commitment to Sport. engaging, BTEC Sport may be for During Year 12 you will complete two knowledge of anatomy and you. It is for anyone who enjoys units which include a combination of physiology. I know I want to study Which other subjects complement participating or spectating sport and internal and external assessment sport further in the future and this developing their knowledge of tasks. Sport? course has helped me to set the theoretical concepts in sport. foundations in order to pursue a In Year 13 you will study a further two  Biology career in the sporting industry.” units. Again, one of which will be  Business (BTEC) externally assessed. The internal unit What does the course involve?  Dance can be tailored to suit the pathway in  Information Technology (BTEC) which the majority of learners are  Performing Arts (BTEC) This BTEC course is designed to interested. provide a broad understanding of

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