BOURNE END ACADEMY
SIXTH FORM
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A S P I R E A PERSONAL WELCOME FROM THE HEADTEACHER
Welcome
It is a real pleasure to be able to write this welcome to the Bourne End Academy Sixth Form Prospectus, introducing the variety of courses on offer and the wide range of opportunities available to enrich and develop the academic and
personal development of the students in our special and distinctive Sixth Form. Our Sixth Form is designed to ensure our students achieve to their full potential,
attaining high quality examination results in an environment which balances their need for independence against our exceptional levels of care, support and guidance. Whilst Bourne End Academy is an integrated 11 to 18 school, the
Sixth Form is fortunate in having its own designated area and Sixth Form Centre, enabling students to be independent and self-reliant. However, our
students are very much part of the whole school community; in this way, they participate as role models and leaders of the school through a range of opportunities, contributing to the life of the school and also preparing
themselves for their future roles in society. High standards and expectations are evident throughout the school and the Sixth Form, with the central theme to the
Sixth Former’s life being academic study, developing the students’ knowledge, understanding and skills. In addition to this, our aim is very much to prepare all of our Sixth Form students for their futures, whatever that may be, whether in
university or employment. Our students must be prepared to compete with their peers across the country with confidence, personal integrity and the highest
qualifications they can achieve. Our aim is for students to leave us ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities of the future.
Whilst the majority of our Sixth Form students are from our own Bourne End
Academy Year 11 cohort, I am delighted that students feel able to join us from other schools. They soon become part of the thriving, sociable and
caring community that is a hallmark of our success and what being part of Bourne End Academy community is all about:
BELIEVE in themselves; the value of education; and in Bourne End Academy
ENGAGE in their learning and school with maximum effort to reach their full potential BOURNE END ACADEMY ASPIRE to be the very best they can be and never settle for less SIXTH FORM
I am very proud, therefore, to offer you Bourne End Academy Sixth Form as the place of education for your child. I hope that you find the information and photographs in this prospectus give you a very clear understanding of what we offer. B E L I E V E Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or would like E N G A G E to visit the College.
Mr Ryan Williams A S P I R E Headteacher
A MESSAGE FROM OUR SIXTH FORM LEADER
Our Sixth Form offers excellent education, this is shown through our results which have continually improved year on year, and our value added progress measure shows that students at Bourne End Academy make more progress than the average Sixth Form student. This means that most of our students go on to their first choice of university and degree course.
Being a part of the BEA Sixth Form is more than just about academic qualifications though. It is also about being part of a community embracing the opportunities available. You will be able to develop your skills and network through our rich range of extra-curricular and enrichment activities.
Our ultimate aim is that the young people who study with us grow in maturity and independence, with the support and encouragement of the subject and pastoral staff, and with excellent academic results. They enjoy the privileges and freedom of being a Sixth Former and also benefit from regular tutoring and guidance from staff at a ‘Good’ Sixth Form. They leave us not only well- qualified, but also as mature and rounded individuals.
We believe we offer a very special Sixth Form experience and we as a school are very proud of Bourne End Academy Sixth Form that was rated ‘Good’ by the school’s most recent Ofsted inspection in November 2016.
The report says that Our most recent Ofsted
report (November 2016) ‘The Sixth Form sees each and every student as endorsed why we are so an individual, nurturing them to achieve their proud of our Sixth Form. best both inside and outside of the classroom.’ Judged as ‘Good’ the Ofsted report stated: However, more importantly perhaps are the views of our students who, “Teachers and students respond on results day, provided the following quotes to sum up their Sixth well to high expectations of Form experience. leaders. This enables students to ‘I have really enjoyed my time at the BEA Sixth Form’ achieve well and rates of retention are high.”
‘The small classes and great teaching has been “Teachers’ subject knowledge really beneficial’ is particularly strong.”
“There are good ‘Thank you to everyone at BEA for making my relationships between Sixth Form years really successful enabling me to students and their teachers.” get on the university course I wanted.’ “Students feel well supported
in terms of careers advice I very much look forward to welcoming you into the Sixth Form next and work experience.” September and working with you over the next two years.
Mr Grant Sheehan “Students appreciate the many leadership opportunities Head of Sixth Form available to them.”
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ENTRY CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS PER SUBJECT:
We are proud to offer our students the opportunity to study A LEVELS GCSE Grade REQUIREMENT a variety of subjects, and yet able to maintain small / Points / SUGGESTION teaching classes and a familiarity of teaching styles, in an Fine Art Grade 5 Art environment that makes our Year 11 students want to stay Biology Grade 6 or 6-6 Biology or on to study in our Sixth Form. Combined The students can choose from an extensive range of A Science
Level courses, and the school now offers a wide range of Business Grade 5 English & BTEC courses, which allow students who do not meet the Mathematics
A Level entry criteria, to achieve success in their chosen Chemistry Grade 6 or 6-6 Chemistry or vocational subject areas. In addition, we cater for students Combined of all abilities by offering a curriculum which is tailored to Science provide a mixture of A Level and BTEC courses. English Grade 6 English
Geography Grade 5 Geography
Graphic Grade 5 Graphics ADDITIONAL LEARNING Design
Students will be given a preparation booklet for the History Grade 5 History & courses of their choice. The expectation is that a number English of activities and reading takes place before the start of the Mathematics Grade 7 Mathematics school year. Students will be provided with this information Environmental Grade 5 2 Sciences & in the summer term or during the school holiday. For any Science Mathematics students new to Bourne End Academy and hoping to join Philosophy & Grade 5 English us to study in the Sixth Form, the same information and Ethics readings will be supplied. New students should ensure that we have up-to-date and accurate communication details to Physical Grade 5 PE, Combined share this with them during the summer term. Education Science, English
Psychology Grade 6 Science, EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION Mathematics & English All Sixth Form students are also invited to write an EPQ Sociology Grade 5 English & towards the end of Year 12, and into Year 13. This is worth Humanities one AS Level and carries UCAS points as well as Spanish Grade 5 Spanish & enhancing a university application. The Extended Project English Qualification gives students a chance to write a dissertation on a topic of their choice developing skills of Level 3 GCSE Grade REQUIREMENT BTECs / Points / SUGGESTION analysis, research, evaluation and self-reflection. Business Grade 4 English & Mathematics
OPTIONS Performing n/a Preferable
Arts – Dance Dance / We offer a free choice allocation of subjects, determined by Performing students’ early indication of the subjects that they wish to study at Arts Bourne End Academy. This Open Option system allows the majority of students to have their first choice of subject options Health & Social Grade 4 English & Care Science with a bespoke Sixth Form timetable built around their needs. A benefit of being a small Sixth Form is that we can often amend Sport Grade 4 PE, English & lesson times and allocation so as to accomodate student wishes. Science
Applied Grade 4-4 Combined Science Science, Maths (advisable)
THINKING BIG
Selecting the correct course for your BUSINESS CHEMISTRY career can be vital if you have a Analytical Chemist particular career path you are wishing Mergers & Acquisitions Systems Analyst Biochemistry to follow. The job roles and careers that Chartered Accountant Biotechnology may be linked to subjects is vast, but Insurance Chemical Engineer here is an indication, not an exhaustive Marketing Food Chemist list, of the industries our subjects can Banking Forensic Science lead to.
GEOGRAPHY ART MATHS Climatologist Fine Artist Accountant Emergency Management Visual Merchandiser Banker Remote Sensing Analyst Graphic Designer Finance Surveyor Architect Analyst Environmental Officer Interior Designer Engineer Nature Conservation Illustrator Teacher
HISTORY BIOLOGY PERFORMING ARTS:
DANCE & DRAMA Law Veterinary
Marketing Medicine Theatre in Education
Teaching Dentistry Motivational Presenter
Journalism Microbiology Choreographer
Civil Service Forensic Science The Performing Arts
Archaeology Zoology Teaching
Youth Worker
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SPANISH PSYCHOLOGY PE/SPORT Teaching Psychologists in Education Sports Coach International Business Research Fitness Instructor Translator Forensic Sports Science Interpreter Counselling Physiotherapy Travel & Tourism Nursing Teaching Foreign Office Social Work Sports Nutritionist
ENGLISH SOCIOLOGY APPLIED SCIENCE Teaching Nursing Air Traffic Controller Journalism Journalism Nuclear Technician Recruitment Social Services Radiologic & MRI Technologist Advertising Probation Computer Programmer Writing Marketing Dental Hygienist Management & Retail Politics Registered Nurse
HEALTH & ENVIRONMENTAL PHILOSOPHY SOCIAL CARE SCIENCE & ETHICS Children’s Services Marine Biology Barrister Nursing Environmental Engineer Health Service Manager Social Work Recycling Officer Local Government Officer Criminal Justice Town Planner Journalism Classroom Assistant Water Quality Scientist Paralegal Paramedic Landscape Architect Psychotherapist DOING THE RIGHT THING
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SIXTH FORM AT BOURNE END ACADEMY
Over very recent years, the Sixth Form has improved drastically, in facilities, opportunities, and crucially, results. This has been made possible through the work and dedication of staff and students to create an educational establishment of which we are all very proud.
Students at Bourne End Academy know that real engagement in their studies and school life will always result in personal achievement and we provide a natural environment that encourages success, as shown here, from the Sixth Form Leaders of the School.
The contribution that these students make to the development of the school and the Sixth Form has a positive impact across the school. There are a range of opportunities for students to lead whole school activities; these include Global Rock Challenge, the Junior Leadership Team, Fund-raising, working within the community and many others. They are outstanding role-models for our younger students and are committed to making their mark on our community.
ANYA THEO HEAD STUDENT HEAD STUDENT OF THE SCHOOL FOR KEY STAGE 4
I’m Anya Gvero and I am Head I decided to apply to become a head Student at Bourne End Academy. I student for two main reasons; firstly study Dance, Geography and to enhance my CV as it’s something Sociology at A Level. I have been that will set me apart from future attending this school since I was in competition, and secondly because
Year Seven and have loved and enjoyed every year here. I I want to give something back to the school that I’ve spent have always felt I am supported by the teachers and they the last 6 years attending. In addition to this I have also got have made me believe that anything is possible. Without younger siblings that attend this school and I want to do their encouragement, I wouldn't have been able to reach the what I can to enhance their experience so they gain as much grades I have achieved. As well as the teachers, other as I have from Bourne End Academy. For my last year here, pupils are equally as supportive. We are a small school and I would like to do all I can to help secure beneficial this gives us the opportunity to get to know everyone in innovation and development for the students, the school and other year groups as well as our own. I personally chose to its environment. I would encourage anyone thinking about stay on here at Sixth Form because of the friendly and joining the Bourne End Academy Sixth Form to come in and ‘happy to help’ atmosphere and if you choose to study at this visit and see the great opportunities for yourself! Sixth Form I am sure you will feel the same. Our Sixth Form space allows us to carry out independent study to ensure we can achieve the grades we are hoping for. We have access GEORGIA to computers, resources and textbooks to encourage us with HEAD STUDENT our studies and ensure that we meet deadlines. The FOR KEY STAGE 3 apprenticeship and university prospectuses help us with deciding what path we want to take post A Levels. I hope I applied for the role of head that when you visit you will warm to Bourne End as much as student as I believed it would be an I did and we hope to see you next year! excellent opportunity to enhance skills that will be beneficial in further studies or the workplace. From the experience of being selected I have already LYUBA HEAD STUDENT FOR increased my confidence, organisation and efficiency, due to the intensity of the challenges faced. Before, I used to dread THE SIXTH FORM public speaking but have now successfully managed to I am the head student for Sixth speak in front of all my teachers and peers. In my role as Form and I am currently studying head student of key stage 3 I aspire to make our school a Business, Sociology and Health warm and welcoming environment for the students in lower & Social Care. Apart from the years. Furthermore, it will be my aim to help prepare Year academic aspect, one of my Nines for the intensity of GCSE’s as I am aware that it can responsibilities is to arrange and plan our Prom; I am very be an incredibly stressful time. I seek to be an approachable excited by this as planning events is one of my interests and and involved member of the school community so that if any strengths. Another one of my roles is to ensure that everyone’s students encounter a problem I will be able to help them needs and wishes are met by voicing collective views to the reach an achievable outcome.
Head of Sixth Form. This has helped me to focus my ideas into logical dialogue, and has increased my confidence. I would highly encourage anyone who is interested in applying to this Sixth Form to go ahead and do so because it is small, therefore a comfortable yet hard-working environment to be in. Students are able to be independent but if you ever need help, it is always there, and teachers will not give up until you are happy with yourself and your work. In addition, the work ethic in this
Sixth Form is brilliant which means you are always motivated to B E L I E V E improve, but you are also able to have fun and enjoy your time E N G A G E whilst achieving those all-important high grades! A S P I R E SHOWING TEAM SPIRIT
EXTRA-CURRICULAR & ENRICHMENT ATTENDANCE, PRIVATE STUDY
Students are given two hours on their timetable a week to Attendance in School and in lessons is vital to the develop their skillset outside of the classroom. We call this success of our students. Electronic registration is Enrichment. The opportunities for students offered by the monitored throughout the day, and linked to Year 13 Enrichment programme are activities that are valued by being able to earn ‘home study’ in the afternoons. universities and employers alike, as they build transferable Independent study periods are used for constructive skills that can be learnt and applied. Enrichment research and learning, essential skills to master for A experiences include: Safe Drive, UCAS & many Career Level study and beyond and the difference between focussed opportunities; Elevate for Success in examinations GCSE and KS5 learning. Students will have one hour of and a full programme for morning tutorial time with independent study for each hour spent in the classroom. motivational visiting speakers; The Interact charity group run by the Rotary Club; The Inspire programme giving students an understanding of the world of work involving trips to visit various industries in action; Assisting departments PRIVILEGES mentoring younger students; Young Enterprise; As a member of the Sixth Form students are entitled to Choreography for Global Rock Challenge. receive certain privileges:
• Signing out of School at lunchtimes CHARITY, INTERACT & • Home Study YOUNG ENTERPRISE • Use of mobile phone and MP3 players in the Sixth The work that Sixth Formers do for charity and Form Study rooms fundraising is excellent. • Use of the dedicated Sixth Form area for breaks and Interact is a group of volunteers who meet each week study; use of own kitchen and vending machines with members of the Rotary Club to plan events throughout the year for local and at times, national • Supervised study periods charities. Through a variety of events, our Sixth • Member of the Sixth Form Leadership opportunities Formers raise money and awareness of these such as heading the Junior Leadership Team, or charities. They also welcome local pensioners into being a senior Head Student school for lunches and entertainment twice a year.
Young Enterprise is offered to all Sixth Form students. It • Bring Your Own Device: Many students benefit from our policies on bringing your own device to school in provides a unique opportunity for students to run their order to aid study. Tablet computers, laptops and own fund-raising programmes. It is well recognised by netbooks can all be allowed access to the employers and is an extremely desirable and popular. Academy’s WiFi network to support study sessions.
E-SAFETY
Identification Lanyards: These are issued on arrival to the Sixth Form only, and must be worn at all times when on the School site to enable staff and other members of the School community to identify students as being genuine members of our Sixth Form. They will give students an identification card which acts as a swipe card to enter the school buildings.
PASTORAL
Bourne End Academy Sixth Form prides itself on the integral role pastoral support plays in education. Every student is valued and catered for and will be a part of a tutor group, the form tutor is the first point of contact between school and home. The pastoral link member of staff is based in the Sixth Form area to assist in any immediate queries or issues students may have. Students will in tutor times and assemblies explore important issues that Sixth Formers face including Health and Wellbeing, Careers, E-safety and Relationships. All this helps students turn into well-rounded, competent young people both inside and outside of the classroom.
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A S P I R E CAREERS, UNIVERSITY ADV
Students are supported throughout their Sixth Form Parents of Year 12 students are invited to a meeting in journey, in preparation for the next stage of their lives. the Spring Term to explain the entry procedure for higher Students are given information and guidance from education and in particular the UCAS process. We feel dedicated staff for UCAS and Apprenticeship that if parents are informed, they can play a vital role in applications, along with the Careers Coordinator, Form helping their children through the complex applications Tutors and leaders of the Sixth Form. Two thirds of our process, and on making their important decisions. students went on to University this year, with the All students have personal logins to an excellent remaining third securing management trainee positions computer programme called ‘Unifrog’, which offers and apprenticeships in a wide range of subject areas. university and apprenticeship choices that are live and All students will write a personal statement regardless of the updated on line, every 24 hours. route they are following, to support either UCAS or to personalise their CV with meaningful information about themselves. All staff provide a reference on the students in WORK, APPRENTICESHIP their subject area, which is coordinated and held as one OR UNIVERSITY: reference on file for applications and reference requests. Students are prepared by the Sixth Form team as well as visiting speakers on how to progress down the pathways of work, Apprenticeship and University to allow discussion on how to apply; the perfect CV and an insight into work and selection for jobs. Students visit Apprenticeship Fairs and visits from local companies offering Apprenticeships. Students will have numerous visits to Careers and University fairs, both national and local, as well as links with a local university and local Businesses and Human Resources personnel, who come in to talk to students. A representative from UCAS will visit to deliver all the necessary information and guidance on the finances of university life. ICE & GUIDANCE
DESTINATIONS
We are proud of the many ventures our Sixth Formers have gone on to after completing their studies. Students have gone on to study a wide range of subjects at a wide range of universities, most achieving their first choice of both course and university. As well as this, some have gone onto successful apprenticeships and full-time employment. Below are a selection of some of our student destinations in 2018:
Mechanical Engineering at the University of Surrey
Sociology and English Literature at Bangor University
Biomedical Engineering at the University of Surrey
Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics at the University of Kent
Business Marketing at the University of Kent
History and Anthropology at the University of Kent
Sociology at Brunel University
Sports Coaching and Physical Education at Oxford Brookes University
Palaeontology and Evolution at Portsmouth University
Music and Live Events Management at Bucks New University
Softcat Apprenticeship in Marlow
ANR Engineering Apprenticeship
FA Coaching with AJD Football Coaching
Personal Trainer Traineeship B E L I E V E
at the David Lloyd Centre
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A S P I R E ENGLISH
Studying English Literature at AS and A Level is exciting, challenging and rewarding. You will learn through vibrant and inspiring class discussions in small groups. As English Literature is so objective you will be required to prepare for lessons, consolidate your study with independent work outside lessons and to always be reading something outside of the set course list. AS and A2 Level English Literature also affords opportunities for study trips and visits to the theatre to support and enhance your study. If you love reading, enjoy your GCSE English course and relish exploring and discussing how others view the world then A Level English Literature is definitely for you.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
AS SET TEXTS EXAMS A2 LEVEL A2 SET TEXTS EXAMS AS
A question from STUDIED: • Love through the Ages STUDIED:
Shakespeare and Poetry • Shakespeare – Othello • Feminine Gospel • Shakespeare question
from the Anthology. Plus • 1 pre-1900 poetry linked to play • The Handmaids Tale a question on an unseen anthology • Unseen Poetry • A Streetcar Named
piece of prose • Two prose texts Desiree
– The Great Gatsby
and Rebecca
MATHEMATICS
The A Level Maths course consists of a mixture of pure mathematics and additional maths topics, such as statistics and mechanics. These topics build on and advance topics already covered in GCSE such as algebra and trigonometry, whilst enhancing and looking at real life applications of mathematical theories.
Upon successful completion of the AS course to an agreed grade, students will then complete the A Level course. The lower of the 2 grades for AS and A Level will be the final grade.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
PURE MATHS STATISTICS MECHANICS • Algebra • The Binomial Expansion • Data Collection • Modelling in Mechanics • Quadratics • Trigonometric Ratios • Measures of Location & Spread • Constant Acceleration • Equations & Inequalities • Vectors • Representations of Data • Forces & Motion • Graphs & Transformations • Differentiation • Correlation • Variable Acceleration • Straight Line Graphs • Integration • Probability • Circles • Exponentials & Logarithms • Statistical Distributions • Hypothesis Testing • Mechanics
APPLIED SCIENCE
The BTEC Level 3 in Applied Science is designed for learners who are interested in learning about the sector alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in applied science.
To be taken as part of a programme of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels. The Extended certificate is equivalent to 1 A Level in teaching time. It is assessed by both mandatory and optional units some of which will be examination and others by coursework. The course will allow pupils to practice a range of skills including team work presentations practical and written work.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY: EXAMPLES OF THE OPTIONAL UNIT TO BE CHOSEN FROM ARE • Principles & Application of Science
• Physiology of Human Body Systems • Practical Scientific Procedures & • Astronomy & Space Science Techniques, Scientific Investigation Skills • Application of Inorganic Chemistry FINE ART or GRAPHIC DESIGN
These A Level courses encourage personal, creative and imaginative approaches to art and design. They have a four-unit structure, and allow you to follow a broad, open course. They will prepare you for higher levels of study in other art and design qualifications.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
• How to develop ideas imaginatively through researching other artists and photographers.
• How to experiment with varied media and techniques.
• How to record observations and ideas using quality visual language. For example, rich tonal contrast, strong composition, interesting subject matter.
• How to realise intentions by producing high quality outcomes.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Environmental Science A Level allows students to examine the human impact on the geography of our planet. Through studying the development of the Earth and its physical environment and resources, students will better understand the impact human populations have on our planet. Students will undertake a mixture of fieldwork and laboratory-based studies. They will gain a full understanding of research methods and associated mathematical processing, developing their critical thinking and data analysis skills.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
• The Biophysical Environment
• Energy Resources
• Pollution
• Circular Economy & Sustainability
• Research methods and accompanying mathematical skills are also taught
PHILOSOPHY & ETHICS
Philosophy & Ethics is a highly recognised A Level subject for people who are looking for a strong academic discipline. Explore the great philosophical works from the past and present whilst developing high-level analytical and evaluative skills. Religion, Ethics and Philosophy is a subject for people who are not afraid to ask big questions and are interested in knowing what our deepest thinkers say about God, science and even the soul. From Descartes to Richard Dawkins, from Jesus, Buddha and Plato to Richard Swinburne and David Wilkinson we wrestle with making sense of the world we live in and argue about how to make the best decisions for all those we live and work alongside.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
UNIT 1: Philosophy of religion UNIT 3: A study of Christianity – Does God exist? – What are the sources of God’s wisdom?
UNIT 2: Ethics and religion The dialogue between philosophy, UNIT 4: – What is morality? ethics and religion GEOGRAPHY
This course is a balance of Human and Physical Geography, which builds on, and develops the knowledge and skills gained from GCSE Geography. This is a linear course which means students will sit both examination assessments at the end of the programme, each worth 40 % of the A Level. Students also complete an individual investigation, which must include data gathered in the field. This investigation is worth 20% of the A Level qualification in Geography and is made up of a written report of 3000-4000 words.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
• Physical Geography • Ecosystems Under Stress • Population & the Environment
• Water & Carbon Cycles • Cold Environments • Resource Security
• Hot Desert Environments • Human Geography • Geography Investigation
& Their Margins • Global Systems & Global Governance • Student selects any question or
• Coastal Systems & Landscapes issue relating to course content • Changing Places
• Hazards • Must involve data • Contemporary Urban Environments
collection through fieldwork
HISTORY
A Level History at Bourne End Academy provides something for all those who have an interest in History including military, political, social and economic History. Students will study a broad range of topics spanning almost one thousand years and the pasts of nations and peoples across the world. Students will also develop skills such as critical thinking, writing a sustained line of argument, evaluating and analysing sources.
History is a facilitating subject and is looked on with high regard by all British universities. The course is made up of four modules. Assessment for all these takes place in Year 13. Units 1, 2 and 3 are all assessed in exams, Unit 4 is coursework which will be written.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
• The Early Stuarts and the Coming of the Civil War 1603-1660 • Thematic Study – English Government and the
Church 1066-1216 • Democracy and Dictatorship in Germany 1919-1963 – An essay based unit • Coursework – Independent investigation
SPORT
The BTEC Diploma in Sport, is the double award equivalent to 2 A Levels. This involves students undertaking a total of 9 units over the two year course. These units are assessed in varying ways, including an externally assessed examination, externally assessed controlled assessment and internally assessed coursework.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
• Anatomy & Physiology (externally examination) • Professional Development in the Sports
Industry (coursework) • Fitness Training & Programming for Health, Sport & Well-being (controlled assessment) • Sports Leadership (coursework)
• Investigating Business in Sport & Active Leisure • Practical Sports Performance (coursework)
Industry (controlled assessment) • Coaching for Performance (assessed coursework)
• Skill Acquisition in Sport (coursework) • Rules, Regulations & Officiating in Sport (coursework) PHYSICAL EDUCATION
An A Level in Physical Education develops knowledge, understanding and skills relevant to physical education. Students gain an understanding of the scientific and socio-cultural factors that underpin physical activity, and demonstrate their ability as either performer or coach. Students should have a keen interest and be regularly involved in sports both inside and outside of school as they will be assessed in one activity as either a coach or performer.
This course is designed to build on knowledge developed during the GCSE Physical Education course.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
• Physiological factors affecting performance • Socio-cultural issues in physical activity & sport
– Applied anatomy & physiology & biomechanics – Sport & society & contemporary issues in physical
activity & sport • Psychological factors affecting performance
– Skill acquisition & sports psychology • Performance in physical education
• Non-exam: performance or coaching & evaluation
of performance
BIOLOGY
Biology, with its mixture of scientific method, problem solving, practical skills and socially relevant content, provides a useful complement to arts, humanities among A Levels. It also enables students to develop the essential skills of synoptic essay writing, an aspect of modern education highlighted as missing by the major universities.
It encourages candidates to: develop their interest in, and enthusiasm for Biology, including developing an interest in further study and careers in Biology; appreciate how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society; develop and demonstrate a deeper appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of How Science Works; develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of Biology and how they relate to each other.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
Module 1 – Development of Practical Skills in Biology Module 4 – Biodiversity, Evolution & Disease Module 2 – Foundations in Biology Module 5 – Communication, Homeostasis & Energy Module 3 – Exchange & Transport Module 6 – Genetics, Evolution & Ecosystems
CHEMISTRY
Chemistry is everywhere in the world around you! It’s in the food you eat, clothes you wear, water you drink, medicines, air, cleaners... you name it. Chemistry sometimes is called the ‘central science’ because it connects other sciences to each other, such as Biology, Physics, Geology and Environmental Science.
A flexible approach where the specification is divided into topics, each covering different key concepts of Chemistry. Teaching of practical skills is integrated with the theoretical topics and they’re assessed both through written papers and, for A Level only, the Practical Endorsement.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
Module 1 – Development of Practical Skills in Chemistry Module 4 – Core Organic Chemistry Module 2 – Foundations in Chemistry Module 5 – Physical Chemistry & Transition Elements Module 3 – Periodic Table & Energy Module 6 – Organic Chemistry & Analysis BUSINESS A LEVEL or BTEC
Many students will one day work in a business or perhaps own one. Business employers value employees who are able to communicate effectively both verbally and via electronic communications. As a result, Business offers a thorough grounding in real world business and is a relevant course choice for many students.
A LEVEL BTEC
This is a traditional A level which is examined by three The BTEC Level 3 in Business is designed to provide a specialist exams at the end of the two years. You will look at work related programme of study that covers the knowledge and business finances, as well as make marketing, operations skills required to progress successfully in the workplace but also and recruitment decisions, by referring to company case provides a firm basis for higher education. For those students who prefer the more vocational style of study the Level 3 Diploma is an studies. With your qualification, you can go onto university excellent choice. The core units provide an underpinning to enhance your business knowledge even further. knowledge of business as well as basic business skills including a Business students typically have good commercial unit that focuses on enterprise and setting up a business. The awareness, one of the qualities highly sought after by BTEC Level 3 can be equivalent to either one, two or three A recruiters. What is more, they are able to effectively apply Levels depending on the number of units studied and it is their knowledge of different industries to the job. assessed both internally and externally through different types of assessments.
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care aims to provide an introduction to the sector. It is for learners who are interested in learning about the Health and Social Care as part of a balanced study programme. It is equivalent in size to 1 A Level.
It provides a broad basis of study for the health and social care sector. This qualification is designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a programme of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels. It develops the research, communication, presentation, decision-making and critical-thinking skills valued by higher education. The content is appropriate and consistent with current practice for learners planning to enter employment directly into the Health and Social Care Sector.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
• Human Lifespan Development • Sociological Perspectives
• Working in Health & Social Care • Psychological Perspectives
• Meeting Individual Care & Support Needs • Supporting Individuals with Additional Needs
PERFORMING ARTS: DANCE OR DRAMA
The BTEC Level 3 in Performing Arts is designed to provide a specialist work related programme of study that covers the knowledge and skills required to progress successfully in the workplace but also provides a firm basis for higher education.
There are two options to choose from, Dance or Drama
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
THE LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN DRAMA THE LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN DANCE offers a training in the skills necessary to pursue a involves units in investigating practitioner’s work, career in acting. You will compete units in Voice developing skills and techniques for a live training and movement training as well as studying performance, group performance workshop and the principles of acting. contemporary dance technique. SPANISH
Spanish A Level has topics that are varied and students have options within each area of study.
Spanish is the second most widely-spoken language in the world with over 400 million speakers. It’s also one of the most spoken languages in Europe. Being able to speak Spanish can provide you with numerous academic and career opportunities. Learning Spanish will provide you with the opportunity to work and travel in Europe, Central and South America, and other Spanish-speaking countries.
Students will take 3 examinations in a mixture of Reading, Writing, Speaking & Listening as well as a research project.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
• Aspects of Hispanic Society • Multiculturalism in Hispanic Society
• Artistic Culture in the Hispanic World • Aspects of Political Life in Hispanic Society
SOCIOLOGY
Sociology A Level offers students the opportunity to develop the essential knowledge and understanding of central aspects of sociological thought and methods.
It is designed to encourage students to demonstrate the application of a range of skills and consider the integration of sociological themes: socialisation, culture and identity, social differentiation, power and stratification.
Have you ever thought that your gender affects how people treat you, and how you are expected to behave, or is social class more important? Do you ever wonder how much of your behaviour is due to your environment and culture and how much you are born with? You will consider these questions and relate to contemporary issues in society on the Sociology AS/A2 course.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
• Education • Families & Households • Theory & Methods • Mass Media
• Research Methods • Culture & Identity • Crime & Deviance
PSYCHOLOGY
Psychology A Level provides you with a broad introduction to Psychology as a Science alongside the opportunity to develop analytical skills, write essays and psychological reports.
If you were asked to kill someone by somebody in authority, would you do it? How does our memory work? Can watching violent TV make you more aggressive in real life? You’ll investigate the answers to these and much more should you take on a Psychology AS or A Level.
STUDENTS WILL STUDY:
• Social influence, memory including • Attachment in infants and children, • Approaches in Psychology including models of memory and techniques psychopathology including phobias, learning, cognitive, biological and on improving your memory depression and OCD research methods, relationships including theories of maintenance and breakdown, stress and Forensic Psychology including offender profiling
THE HISTORY OF BOURNE END ACADEMY
BOURNE END ACADEMY Bourne End Academy is a mixed Upper School, Years 7 to 13, of approximately 750 students. Bourne End converted to an academy
SIXTH FORM on 1 September 2014 as part of the Wycombe High School Multi-
Academies Trust. The school has grown in number and success, with students in the summer of 2018 achieving excellent results
across numerous subjects offered from our broad and balanced curriculum. Since September 2018, Bourne End Academy has been part of the nationwide E-ACT multi-Academy Trust.
B E L I E V E Bourne End Academy, New Road, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire SL8 5BW E N G A G E A S P I R E T: 01628 819022 E: BEAOffice@E- Act.org.uk www.e-act.org.uk