SIXTH FORM PROSPECTUS

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1 SIXTH FORM PROSPECTUS 6High quality education at the heart of the community

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3 Welcome Dear students This is an exciting time to become a Sixth-Former at Nene Park Academy. Through the partnership with Swavesey Village College the opportunity and quality of provision of the curriculum at Nene Park Academy has improved dramatically and the superb new building with its fantastic facilities will open as you join us in Year 12. Our Sixth Form is expanding and academic standards are being driven up year on year as more and more of our students are enjoying a bright future in higher education. The Sixth Form at Nene Park Academy will provide Our commitment to you and your parents is simple: you deserve the very best opportunities and individual support that will ensure that you This booklet outlines the expanding provision at the Academy and We recognise the importance of these personal development opportunities and therefore support and monitor the individual programmes for each student through the tutoring system. The Post 16 Open Evening (18th October) and circulation of the Prospectus begin the formal transition process for the Sixth Form. The next stage of the process involves a personal interview between you (and your parents / carers) and Mrs Overton or another member of the Sixth Form team to discuss your aspirations and plans for the Sixth Our Values apply equally to the Sixth Form as to the rest of the Academy. Nene Park Academy: Steve Howard Vice Principal

4 THE PLEDGES PROGRAMME E.g. I will participate regularly in three different after school or community clubs E.g. I will take on a whole school leadership role E.g. I will participate in a residential activity overseas E.g. I will organise or plan a charity event to raise money E.g. I will lead a wider community activity indicate which of these options you wish to do as part of your Pledges Programme.

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6 ART & DESIGN Ashley Briers - I decided to stay as Nene Park Academy offers such a range of different subjects to study at both AS and A2 Levels. Art & Design Art of all types has been an outlet for personal and communal expression as well as pure creativity the world would be a much poorer place). Art offers a unique kinaesthetic way of learning and can contribute to the personal development of students by providing a powerful and distinctive form of communication and expression. Art can also taught through art. provide a balance of work which enables you to experience different approaches and modes inform and enable you to produce work that has greater depth and meaning.

7 Kirsty-Marie Woodard - Art is so enjoyable. We are pushed to the best of our abilities and in Year 13 we are able to choose our brief. The Art teacher is great and students in our group are so creative. I wouldn t change it. Art & Design (Photography) understanding and knowledge that many employers across lots of industries are looking for. assignment that leads to an eight hour timed test.

8 ENGLISH & FRENCH English Literature The study of English Literature opens your mind to the experiences of people from around the world. English will introduce you to some of the greatest works of English and world literature as it touches on all aspects of humanity. The skills that you learn in English will prepare you for many careers and other areas and challenge you to think in different and alternative ways. It will promote independent thought about the past and arouse your critical faculties for the future. In one unit of the English Literature course you will be encouraged to use integrated linguistic and literary approaches in your reading and interpretation of texts. You will engage creatively and between texts. You will also be encouraged to undertake independent and sustained studies to develop your skills as producers and interpreters of language. Alessandro Salemme In the Sixth Form, you can focus on subjects that you are passionate about and want to study at a higher level.

9 English Language and Literature The English language dominates world culture. The literature of the British Isles and other English speaking nations is widely-regarded as representing some of the the modern media-centred world lies at the heart of this subject. You will gain and creatively. Students enjoy this course as they are able to put what they have learned into practice when they produce their own texts. English students ts are well-prepared epar e for a range of different ent subjects at higher possess the right balance of creative and analytical alyt skills needed in the modern workplace. Over the course of the two years you will study: Jake Daniels In English Literature we study a variety of famous Shakespeare plays and engage into heated debates which improve our abilities to analyse texts. Media Studies Media Studies is designed to encourage students to enhance their enjoyment and appreciation of the media and its role in their daily lives. It also invites them to develop critical understanding of the media through engagement with media products and concepts and through the creative application of production skills. For both AS and A2 level Media Studies you will study for a written examination and work on a production task that demonstrates your understanding of representation will consider the way that the media is regulated and how we interpret television There is a strong focus on developing your thinking skills. You will learn theories of communication that will allow you to analyse media texts and design and produce contexts. Media students are able to develop practically through writing and the materials. You will become independent in research skills and applying them in your production work whilst developing their own views and interpretations. These skills course supports and develops their learning in other areas.

10 French If you want a mix of activities in lessons and an intellectually stimulating course within your grasp. We offer languages to A Level and may be able to offer GCSE courses and taster courses in European languages on request. We are hoping to build exchange links with schools in France and Italy over the next couple of years and will support work experience abroad. Experience the freedom and thrill of stepping into another culture! AS Level Unit 2 = Speaking Topics for Units: A2 Level Unit 4 = Speaking Topics for Units: You tackle a range of issues and debates and really get your teeth into an in- students often comment on how much they have learned in the course aside from the language. HUMANITIES Geography Geography is a subject which engages students in the world in which they live. It introduces them to ideas and theories on areas and landscapes which they see as part of their everyday life and inspires them to explore further. As geography is all around us in everything we do there could not be a more relevant subject to study. It looks at both the physical characteristics of our planet and the human features useful for careers in many areas. You will study a range of physical and human topics in AS Geography: Managing physical environments: Managing change in human environments: You will then go on to study 2 further modules at A2 Level called Global Issues and Geographical Skills.

11 Charlotte Gibson Sixth Form has enabled me to develop greater responsibility for my own learning.

12 History well ordered case backed by supporting evidence. The skill most developed by interpretations clearly and coherently. History at AS Level is divided into two separate topics. One section is Britain and the new century 1900 to1924. This study examines the changing fortunes of the three main political parties at the beginning of the 20th century and the way in and the way in which World War 1 affected life in the UK. The exam is a source based paper which allows students to develop their analytical skills as well as extending their knowledge of an exciting period of British history. The other part of the course covers Italy 1896 to You will study the way in which Italian governments dealt with internal problems from 1896 to 1915 and then you will look at the impact of Italy s involvement in World War 1. Much of the course covers the rise of Mussolini and his fascist dictatorship. This section examines the impact of Mussolini s domestic and foreign policies. The exam is a knowledge based paper. Interpretation. The Interpretation is one 2000 word piece in response to a set question and four historical interpretations. The focus of this section is to be based on an issue about which there are a variety of views. The third section of the course is the study of civil rights in the USA supreme court to this matter and the way in which each group of people campaigned for their civil rights over this particular period.

13 Psychology those who are interested in people and their motivation behind different behaviours. Students with an inquisitive mind enjoy the challenge of this new and unfamiliar subject. becoming more analytical. Psychology students will start to see psychology in action valuable insight into their own lives. Psychology A Level provides a good grounding in the subject and gives an overview into At AS level you will study: At A2 topics may include:

14 Sociology Sociology is the study of society. It is about all kinds of social relationships that people share with each other in their research and management studies. You will study all varieties of human experience. Social theory is also important in Sociology. It teaches us that there are no right or wrong answers when it comes to studying the way people live together. What is important for a Sociologist is the ability to evaluate evidence and choose between possible explanations. You will enjoy Sociology if you are the type of person who is not afraid to have new ideas and who is not afraid to work at a demanding pace AS Level You will gain a clear sociological understanding of the nature of families and households in contemporary British society. You should also have knowledge and understanding of the main sociological perspectives of the family. The changes in family structure and the nature and extent of family diversity should become clear to you and you should understand the impact and effect of family arrangement on the individual. You will examine the reasons why some pupils achieve more differences based on their own theories. Governments are very interested in education and you will look at the way in which sociological studies affect the laws and policies they make. Linked with education is the study of the research collecting data through surveys. A2 Level The more extensive of these is with theory and methods. In this fascinating prevention and punishment and the role of the criminal justice system. The course also covers globalisation and crime sociologists to collect data and statistics in order to produce their studies. examine the way in which religious beliefs can affect social change and stability. You will investigate the functions religion performs in society for groups and individuals and society as a whole. Another major area is the future of religion and the emergence of new religious movements such as new age cults. You will also gain an understanding of the different theories sociologists have about religion and beliefs. 6

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17 Information Technology what life was like ten years ago but mobile phones were still fairly new; evolution hadn t quite developed the texting thumb ; broadband internet hadn t hit the masses; the dotcom bubble With the development of these technologies and the reliance that much more. IT is also used in a variety of other careers such as with a high quality industry-recognised award. IT is vocationallyrelated and provides valuable opportunities for individuals to develop skills and gain underpinning knowledge and understanding wide range of job roles within the IT and business sector. To begin with you will learn about communication and employability skills for working in IT. Thereafter you will cover a selection of: Business Studies There is a strong argument that in the future everyone will need to have had a business apply your knowledge in a working environment. As a department we have had very research and planning and all the other factors that determine a business s success or failure. Assessment is by two external tests (one at the end of each unit) where you will This course leads on to an A2 in Business Studies (again externally examined) which is a further two units based around strategy. The advantage of the A Level course is the coursework assessment. This is one of our school s most successful courses attracting large numbers of students. has been designed to encourage students to be inspired to meet their Talking to and meeting with parents is lifetime aspirations. It is mainly based an important part of our philosophy. We see this partnership as key to the success it is an excellent learning programme and development of our students. Steve for Sixth-Formers whether going to Howard, Vice Principal university or into the world of work.

18 Creative Media Production department has become a huge destination for Sixth Form studies with about three times the number of students joining us for Year 12 studies when compared to previous years. Media Studies this year by expanding our options to include: Joining students from across the three pathways for core units that look at the media pathways. This course will prepare you for employment in the media industries or further study. interactive media and online based industries. how different media businesses operate. Your studies will cover these areas: Creative Interactive Media is delivered as a strand of the BTEC Level 3 in Creative Media Production. It provides candidates with a high quality industry-recognised award. It is vocationally-related and provides valuable opportunities for individuals to develop skills further development of skills in a wide range of job roles within the dynamic interactive media industry. are all useful for progression to degree level and beyond games development. introduces students to the process of how computer games and interactive products are created and produced. to become part of a games development team and how the industry and products work. Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of different games platforms and types of interactive products available. It will enable you to develop your own ideas and know-how of what goes into the making of a playable and exciting computer game. on artistic approaches and gaining a thorough understanding of how games have developed over the past two decades.

19 We are surrounded by the media. It dominates our lives. We are constantly exposed to and technology that use moving images in diverse and exciting ways. By focusing on this area of the higher education courses or even employment across a wide range of interesting media-based Film Creative Media Production course allows you to understand how to use key media concepts to analyse media products and their various contexts before applying this understanding to your own media productions; develop appreciation and critical understanding of the role of the media in daily life and in developing critical thinking and decision-making skills. are: Thereafter Interactive Media students will focus on topics such as: Television and Film students will look at topics such as:

20 MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE Florencia Leal Abadi A level Maths is challenging but very interesting. 6Mathematics discipline in research and the application of rigorous organisation. Few universities would reject it as having no application to the courses they offer. hundred years or more.

21 Biology Biology involves the study of a wide range of exciting topics ranging from molecular biology to the study of ecosystems. Biology is never far from the or the development of transplant surgery. Biologists are concerned with a and ecology and the work they do is vital to us all for our well-being and survival. AS Level Variety of Living Organisms: A2 Level Population and the Environment: Control in cells and organisms: 6 Sophie Nizynski Science is interesting and engaging.

22 Chemistry Understanding Chemistry helps you understand the world around you. We all on within them. Chemistry is an explanation for everyday things and studying A Level Chemistry will enable you to understand many of these fundamental knowledge but will also develop an appreciation of how society makes decisions things happen then this course would be suited to you. behave as they do. The underlying concepts also provide a basis upon which subsequent units build. types of organic compounds. You will examine the reason for reactions The course has been developed in consultation with the Royal Society of Chemistry and GlaxoSmithKline.

23 Forensic Science Forensic Scientists use evidence collected from a scene and analyse it to aid the police in crime investigations. Forensic Science allows you to solve problems relating to crime work at a pace that suits you. You will be working through a variety of units including: analyse compounds made by reactions and extraction the aims of the state penal policy relate to crime theories Forensic Science Physics world beyond us. It encompasses the study of the universe from the largest galaxies to the smallest subatomic particles. Physics challenges our imaginations with concepts like Science. AS Physics: Unit 3: Investigative and Practical Skills in AS Physics A2 Physics: Unit 4: Fields and Further Mechanics Unit 5: Section A - Nuclear and Thermal Physics Section B - Medical Physics (Option Topic) Unit 6: Investigative and Practical Skills

24 SPORT Physical Education concerning society and individuals alike. This course gives you a true insight into what constitutes a healthy and active lifestyle and will help you move into a growing area of employment. area to work in which this course opens up to you. This course will complement other A Levels and is widely respected by universities because of its varied and demanding subject matter. You will begin by looking at how competitive sport has developed over time. You will then examine all the factors affecting a healthy and active lifestyle including; how the Your coursework will allow you to study two sports practically (either through the provision for that sport both locally and nationally and completing an analysis of performance.

25 Sport 6 You will study a variety of units including; Some of the work will also be location- able to see how the work that you do in the classroom and the gym is directly related to the sport industry. This course takes advantage of brand- venues and a state-of-the-art commercial gym on site.

26 THE ARTS Dance emphasis on practical work as well as on the analysis of professional choreography. appreciate their techniques and to apply them to your own creative work. safely. You will develop your teaching skills and will also be able to write about dance. Most importantly you will develop your creative skills as a choreographer. The course is essential in preparing dancers for degree or vocational dance their own skills. AS Level - two integrated units: Choreography & Performance - practical examination A2 Level - two integrated units: Group Choreography & Solo Performance - practical Contemporary Work Revelations dancers Drama and self-discipline. Through practical and theoretical study you can become group within that culture. They reveal the attitudes and opinions of their day. It s good fun and allows a contrast to other studies. In your group you will study and analyse two contrasting plays. Watch live theatre of the drama. You will develop skills to allow you to develop dramatic action to express and communicate your ideas and meaning to an audience and perform a monologue and work as a group to perform a scripted play.

27 Music Learning music or playing an instrument opens doors to new opportunities. performing in front of others. The process of learning an instrument develops self-discipline. how to perform and create. You will develop your instrumental skills and performance. You will learn how to create a product in the arts and study the business side. You will study performances/performers and use this to create your own style. The course can be tailored to the needs of the individual student. Performing Arts The BTEC Performing Arts Musical Theatre course allows people with strong skill-bases in singing and acting to combine these core skills qualities within the industry will put any performer in a strong position. theatre performance. You will develop your vocal skills and acting skills and performance. You will study how audiences react to performances/ performers and use this in your own work. We will develop the course in theatre.

28 Food Technology distribution of food products. In Food Technology you will develop a number of skills: how to analyse and investigate; how to create new foods; the role of food marketing in food development; team work on practical projects; how to develop your own ideas. As a food technologist you ll be able to create foods that satisfy the increasing demand for a product. In the second year (A2) you ll continue to learn about manufacturing through ideas. Health and Social Care Health and Social Care (HSC) is a specialist course that provides a sound foundation and another avenue for learners who are interested in further study or in employment in knowledge that will underpin their progress. HSC is available as follows: Award No. Units Equivalent A Levels 3 core optional 8 core optional 8 core + 10 optional 3 various areas covered by this course provide learners with a well rounded knowledge of learn more about how service providers function. It is also an opportunity to interact with service users in order to have a balanced input.

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