Choose Your Future

English Languages History Design & Technology
Maths BTEC Social Science P.E
Science Geography Business Studies R.E
Computing Performing Arts Art & Photography
Biology

A wide range of careers are available such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary, physiotherapy, pharmacy, midwifery, paramedics, nursing, zoology, marine biology, sports science, teaching, forensics and law.

more info
Course Details
Type of Qualifcation: A Level
Exam Board: AQA
Requirements: 2 x GCSE Grade 6 in any of the Sciences and a Grade 6 in Mathematics is recommended
Course Content

·         Students will sit a new-style qualification from September 2015. The course is now linear which means students will sit all exams at the end of the 2-year course.

 ·         The ISA (practical examination) has now been replaced by 12 compulsory practical activities which will be carried out throughout the course in lessons and knowledge and understanding tested in the final exams. There will also be a greater emphasis on mathematic skills with 10% marks testing these skills.

 ·         Core content includes:

 1.    Biological molecules

 2.    Cells

 3.    Organisms exchange substances with their environment

 4.    Genetic Information, variation and relationships between organisms

 5.    Energy transfers in and between organisms

 6.    Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments

 7.    Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems

 8.    The control of gene expression

Style Of Assessment
• Paper 1, topics 1-4, 2 hour exam, 91 marks, 35% of A Level

• Paper 2, topics 5-8, 2 hour exam, 91 marks, 35% of A Level

• Paper 3, any content from topics 1-8, 2 hour exam, 78 marks, 30% of A Level
Whose kind of course?
Students who take Biology often also study from a wide range of subjects, including Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology, PE, English, Geography and History.

Stretch and challenge - Aiming for A*
The A* grade will be awarded to pupils who achieve over 90% in their A Level units.
Career Prospects
A wide range of careers are available such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary, physiotherapy, pharmacy, midwifery, paramedics, nursing, zoology, marine biology, sports science, teaching, forensics and law.
Downloads
Course Booklet 2021
Chemistry

  • Forensic Chemistry, Medicine, Biochemistry, Banking, Teaching, Pharmacy, Environmental Science, Government/Private research organisations, Medicinal and Industrial Chemistry.

more info
Course Details
Type of Qualifcation: A Level
Exam Board: AQA
Requirements: 2 x Grade 6 GCSE in any of the Sciences and a Grade 6 in Mathematics is recommended
Course Content
The course is now linear which means students will sit all exams at the end of the two-year course.
The ISA (practical examination) has now been replaced by compulsory practical activities which will be carried out throughout the course in lessons and knowledge and understanding tested in the final exams.
Students also complete a range of non-examined practicals aimed at developing and enhancing practical skills.

Topics covered across the course include:
  • Physical chemistry
  • Organic chemistry
  • Inorganic chemistry

Style Of Assessment
• Paper 1: Inorganic and physical chemistry with practical skills 35% of A Level; 2 hours, 105 marks 
• Paper 2: Organic and physical chemistry with practical skills 35% of A Level; 2 hours, 105 marks 
• Paper 3: All content and practical skills 30% of A Level; 2 hours, 90 marks
Whose kind of course?
  • Chemistry is a pre-requisite for many of the degree courses, including medicine, as it demonstrates analytical and research skills. Employers appreciate the hard work involved in studying chemistry and recognise that these pupils will have developed skills including interpreting written or numerical data, communicating ideas and problem solving.

Stretch and challenge - Aiming for A*

The A* grade will be awarded to pupils who achieve over 90% in their A Level units.
We constantly set challenging problems to ensure that the most able students have the best opportunity to achieve the highest grades.
Career Prospects
  • Forensic Chemistry, Medicine, Biochemistry, Banking, Teaching, Pharmacy, Environmental Science, Government/Private research organisations, Medicinal and Industrial Chemistry.
Downloads
Course Booklet 2021
Physics

Scientific and technical industries, Energy and environment, Government research, Electronics / IT / software development, Healthcare, Government, Education, Finance, Legal, Media and communications, Retail / leisure, Aeronautics, Architecture.

more info
Course Details
Type of Qualifcation: A Level
Exam Board: AQA
Requirements: 2 x GCSE Grade 6 in any of the Sciences and a Grade 6 in Mathematics is recommended
Course Content
  • The course is now linear which means students will sit all exams at the end of the two-year course.
  • The ISA (practical examination) has now been replaced by 12 compulsory practical activities which will be carried out throughout the course in lessons and knowledge and understanding tested in the final exams.
1. Measurements and their errors
2. Particles and radiation
3. Waves
4. Mechanics and materials
5. Electricity
6. Further mechanics and thermal physics
7. Fields and their consequences
8. Nuclear physics

Plus one option topic from: 
9. Astrophysics, 10. Medical physics, 11. Engineering physics, 12. Turning points in physics, 13. Electronics
Style Of Assessment
Paper 1, 34%: Section 1-5 and 6.1 (2 hour, 85 mark, written and m-choice questions)
Paper 2, 34%: Section 6.2, 7 & 8 (2 hour, 85 mark, written and m-choice questions)
Paper 3, 32%:
Sec A: Practical Skills and Data Analysis (45 mark, written questions)
Sec B: Option topic 9-13 (35 mark, written questions)
Whose kind of course?
Anyone with a logical mind who is interested in solving problems and understanding how things work.

Those who are looking to study Science at University and are thinking of any of the careers listed below.

This A Level works well alongside maths and / or other sciences.

Stretch and challenge – Aiming for A*
The A* grade will be awarded to pupils who achieve over 90% in their A Level units.
Career Prospects
Scientific and technical industries, Energy and environment, Government research, Electronics / IT / software development, Healthcare, Government, Education, Finance, Legal, Media and communications, Retail / leisure, Aeronautics, Architecture.
Downloads
Course Booklet 2021
BTEC Applied Science

Applied Science opens the doors to a huge range of degree courses and career paths including:

·         Employment in the Applied Science Sector

·         Biotechnology

·         Scientific research

·         Optometry

·         Pharmaceuticals

·         Science Journalism

more info
Course Details
Type of Qualifcation: BTEC
Exam Board:
Requirements: 2 x Grade 6 in any of the Sciences and a Grade 6 in Mathematics
Course Content

Applied science is a new course combining the three science disciplines of Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Students will follow a very practical based course and learn how science is used to make a real difference in industry making them highly employable in the Applied Science field. For example:

·         Students will gain an understanding of atoms and electronic structure to allow them to predict how chemical substances will react in anything from fertilisers in the farming industry to fragrances in the perfume industry.

·         Students will learn how metals play an important role in the construction industry, in providing the structure to buildings, as well as in electrical wiring and the production of decorative features.

·         Students will be able to understand the structure and workings of cells to allow them to gain insight into the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses.

·         Students will learn how in the communication industry the electromagnetic spectrum is used when designing mobile phone and satellite communication, and fibre optics are used to transmit telephone and television signals.
Style Of Assessment

Students are assessed through a portfolio of coursework (42%) and external examination (58%)

Module 1: Principles and Applications of Science

Module 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques

Module 3: Science Investigation Skills

Module 4: TBC 
Whose kind of course?

This course is designed for students who wish to continue post-16 education through applied learning in the science sector, with the aim to progress to higher education.

Students will gain a deeper understanding of various topics introduced at GCSE, you will also develop various transferable skills such as:

·         Cognitive and problem-solving skills: use critical thinking, approach non-routine problems applying expert and creative solutions, use systems and technology

·         Intrapersonal skills: communicating, working collaboratively, negotiating and influencing, self-presentation

·         Interpersonal skills: self-management, adaptability and resilience, self-monitoring and development


Career Prospects

Applied Science opens the doors to a huge range of degree courses and career paths including:

·         Employment in the Applied Science Sector

·         Biotechnology

·         Scientific research

·         Optometry

·         Pharmaceuticals

·         Science Journalism

Downloads
Course Booklet 2021
Scroll To Top