Gibraltar College Continuing Education & Professional Courses 2014 2015 Registration AAT Level 2: AAT Level 3 & 4: CILEx Level 3: Continuing Education: Tuesday 26 August Wednesday 27 August Monday 1 Thursday 11 September Monday 1 Thursday 11 September Registration times 26 August - 11 September 9 am 1 pm South Bastion Line Wall Road Telephone: 200 71048 Fax: 200 77207 e-mail: enquiries@gibc.edu.gi
GIBRALTAR COLLEGE CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMME SEPTEMBER 2014 - JUNE 2015 THE COURSES LISTED IN THIS PROSPECTUS ARE OFFERED ON THE BASIS THAT SUFFICIENT STUDENTS WILL BE RECRUITED TO EACH CLASS TO MAKE THE COURSE VIABLE. THE COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CANCEL ANY COURSE, WHICH DOES NOT MEET THE MINIMUM CLASS SIZE REQUIREMENT. THIS PROSPECTUS CONTAINS INFORMATION ON THE COURSES OFFERED, THE DAYS THEY ARE TAUGHT, (Please note that these are subject to change), AND THE REGULATIONS WHICH GOVERN THE TEACHING OF THE COURSES. PLEASE STUDY THE INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE APPLYING. FEES PAID CANNOT ORDINARILY BE REFUNDED. ENROLMENT Enrolment is on a first-come basis. The College does not interview students applying for Continuing Education courses. Prospective students should ensure that the course applied for meets their needs and expectations. College staff may be able to offer advice if requested. Fees must be paid at the College Reception at the time of enrolment. Payment may be made in sterling, by cheque made out to: Government General Account or by debit card. Please note that College staff work Summer Hours (09.00 to 12.45) until 12 September 2014. Acceptance onto a course is usually automatic. TERM DATES IT, Leisure and Language classes (Beginners/Intermediate) usually run for 10 weeks and are repeated in the Spring and Summer terms, depending on demand. Examination classes and Professional Courses (AAT, CILEx and CMI) have different term dates. Examination classes normally prepare students for examinations in late May and June 2015, depending on start date and course. Each examination board and professional body sets its own examination dates, which will be communicated to students directly by the Professional Body. Entry dates for examination boards are advertised in the local media. The term dates are given in the calendar on page 12. 2
There are no classes on Public Holidays. Classes falling on those dates will be rescheduled for another day. Similarly, there are no classes during the Mid-term, Christmas and Easter holidays. REGULATIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION 1 Admissions a) Courses listed in this prospectus are open to all persons, without restriction. However, prospective students in full-time education MUST produce a letter of authorisation signed by the Headteacher/Principal of the relevant school/college at the time of enrolment. No enrolment will take place until this condition is satisfied. Course fees are payable. b) Numbers on courses are limited depending on subject and available resources. Enrolment will be on a first come basis. c) Late admissions to Examination and Professional Courses will not normally be possible after mid-term (end of October) even if class numbers allow. Persons admitted late must try their best to catch up but cannot expect lecturers to repeat lessons/lectures. They will be issued with any relevant printed notes and handouts where possible. 2 Enrolment a) Enrolment dates are given on the cover of this prospectus and are also announced in the local media and college website. Prospective students must enrol at the College reception. Telephone, fax or e-mail enrolments are not entertained, nor is the reservation of places on courses. b) Except for sponsored school/college students, course fees must be paid at the time of enrolment. c) The College will issue an official receipt on completion of enrolment. The receipt will be required by lecturers on first registration in class and should be kept safe until the end of the course. Students may be asked to produce their receipt at any time during the duration of their course. 3 Fees a) Course fees payable are as shown on this prospectus, in the COURSE FEE column. The fees are inclusive of materials and technical help unless otherwise stated but exclude textbooks and examination fees. b) Examination entry fees and Membership Fees (these last applicable to Professional Courses) are not included in course fees and must be paid for separately. Membership Fees are ordinarily payable direct to the Professional Body at the time of first registration with that body. Please note that most Professional Bodies require the payment of membership fees before students are allowed to enter their assessments. 3
c) Fees will only be refunded if the course the student has enrolled on is cancelled. Fees are not otherwise refundable. d) Places on a course are not transferable. 4 Attendance and behaviour The course lecturer(s) will keep a register of all attendances. Students should ensure that they have been entered correctly. Certificates of attendance will only be issued to students attending at least 80% of classes. a) The College Principal reserves the right to exclude any student from attendance, without refund of fees, for irregular attendance, misconduct or for any behaviour which, in the opinion of the Principal, interferes with the smooth running of the course or the learning process of fellow students. b) Students are advised that smoking is prohibited within the college premises including the outside patio. Food and drink are not allowed in classrooms. Please note too that none of the teaching venues has catering facilities. c) Parking is not allowed within the college premises. 5 Formation and continuation of classes a) The Principal reserves the right to discontinue any class, or to change the time, date and venue in which the class meets and to merge or subdivide a class as circumstances may dictate. b) Class times may be changed by unanimous agreement of the students and the lecturer, if timetabling allows for such a change. All changes must be approved by the Continuing Education and Professional Courses Coordinator. 6 College Holidays and Postponement of Classes a) Classes do not take place during College Holidays. Lecturers and students must agree an alternative date and inform the Continuing Education and Professional Courses Coordinator in advance so that timetable adjustments can be made. b) Classes postponed due to the absence of the Lecturer will be re-scheduled to a date and time convenient to the Lecturer and students. The change must be approved by the Continuing Education and Professional Courses Coordinator and should be communicated to him in sufficient time to allow for timetable changes. 4
7 Registration for Examinations and Examinations Procedures a) It is the responsibility of students to register and enter themselves for examinations. The dates for registrations for public Examining Boards (OCR, AQA, etc.) are advertised in the local press, radio and television. Professional Bodies communicate directly with students. b) Lecturers will inform students of the syllabus being followed, the name of the Examining Board, the syllabus code and the component codes the student should register for. These details will be required when registering for examinations. It is the students responsibility to have these details to hand when entering themselves for an examination. c) Examination dates are set by the Examining Boards and cannot be changed except with the express approval of the Board concerned. Special arrangements can be made for students suffering from disabilities at the discretion of the Boards. Please note that Examining Boards usually require medical and/or other certificates before granting such requests. Requests for special arrangements should initially be made to the College Administration Manager/Examinations Officer, at the time of registration for the examination. d) Students registering for examinations at two different Centres and/or with different Boards should note that clashes resulting from double entry are often very difficult to resolve. Boards do not usually consider such clashes as sufficient grounds for special arrangements. Where such special arrangements are granted but incur additional costs, the student will be expected to pay the extra costs concerned before the arrangements can be proceeded with. e) It is the students responsibility to check the examinations timetable to ensure that clashes do not occur. Examination timetables are available at all Centres entering students. f) Students who have registered for examinations are issued a Statement of Entry by the Examination Board concerned. They should ensure the personal details on the Statement of Entry are correct and bring inaccuracies to the attention of the Examinations Officer immediately. g) The Statement of Entry will be required by the Invigilator at the time of the examinations and should therefore be kept safely. PLEASE NOTE that course fees do not include examination or invigilation fees except where stated. h) Students taking Professional Courses are usually advised of examination dates and procedures for registering for the examinations by the relevant Professional Body. Entry fees are usually paid directly by the student to the Professional Body. i) Some courses require other formal assessments to be made during the year. The dates and arrangements for these assessments will be communicated by the course lecturer(s) at least a week in advance. 5
MATERIALS AND TEXTBOOKS 8 Textbooks a) The College does not supply textbooks, nor are these included in the course fees. Lecturers may recommend a particular textbook and other reading material. 9 Materials a) Course notes, when available, are issued free of charge to students. b) Paints and art paper are issued free of charge to students. c) Students attending Sewing, Glass and Woodwork classes (when offered) may be asked to supply the materials required and will, of course, be able to take these home at the end of the class. 6
Course Guide Subject listing of Continuing Education Programme 7
SUBJECT LEVEL WEEKS DAY TIME TUTOR FEE Art & Design: Fine Art GCSE 30 Tue 17.30-20.30 Mr F Gomez 270 Art & Design: Fine Art Leisure 10 Mon 18.00-20.00 Mr F Gomez 90 Ascend Leisure 30 Mon 19.00-21.00 Ms A Behan 180 Personal & Professional Development Cookery Leisure 10 Thur 18.00-20.00 Mrs C Pons 90 Digital Photography Leisure 10 Tue 18.00-20.00 Mr R Pereira 90 & Photoshop English GCE 30 Tue 18.00-20.00 Mr S Bonavia 180 English ESOL 30 Tue&Wed 18.00-20.00 ESOL Team 350 (English for Speakers of Other Languages) French GCSE 32 Tue 18.00-20.00 TBC 190 German Conversation 10 Thur 18.30-20.30 Mr T Toughill 90 Glass & Crafts Leisure 10 Tue 18.00-20.00 Mr G Pratts 120 ICT Functional Skills 1 30 Tue 18.00-20.00 Mr D Celecia 180 Italian GCSE 32 Tue 18.00-20.00 TBC 190 Mathematics GCSE 32 Wed 18.00-20.00 Mr R Pereira 190 Sewing Leisure 10 Tue 18.00-20.00 Mrs C Buttigieg 90 Spanish Beginners 10 Thur 18.00-20.00 Mr D Benrimoj 90 Spanish Intermediate 10 Tue 18.00-20.00 Mr D Benrimoj 90 Spanish GCSE 32 Tue 18.00-20.00 Mr A Ramagge 190 Spanish AS/A2 30 Wed 18.00-20.00 TBC 320 Woodwork Leisure 10 Thur 18.00-20.00 Mr G Pratts 90 ALL THE ABOVE COURSES ARE SCHEDULED TO COMMENCE AS FROM MONDAY 22 SEPTEMBER 2014 PLEASE NOTE: We aim to provide as accurate information as possible, but changes may be necessary for operational reasons. 8
Course Guide Subject listing of Professional Courses 9
SUBJECT LEVEL WEEKS DAY TIME TUTOR FEE AAT 2 39 Mon & Wed 18.00-20.00 Mrs C Burns-Moreno 400 AAT 2 39 Tue & Thur 18.00-20.00 Mr N Santos 400 AAT 3 37 Mon & Wed 18.00-20.00 Mr T Turner & 400 AAT 3 37 Tue & Thur 18.00-20.00 Mr S Braz 400 AAT 4 For students progressing from Level 3 Units offered: External Auditing 10 Mon & Thur 18.00-20.00 Mr T Chichon & TBC Mr O Bacarese Credit Management 7 Mon & Thur 18.00-20.00 Mr T Chichon & TBC Mr O Bacarese Financial Statements 10 Mon & Thur 18.00-20.00 Mr T Chichon & TBC Mr O Bacarese Financial Performance 10 Mon & Thur 18.00-20.00 Ms C Munton TBC For students completing Level 4 Budgeting 4 5 Mon & Thur 18.00-20.00 Ms M Soiza TBC Project 4 20 Wed 18.00-20.00 Mr T Chichon & TBC Mr O Bacarese AAT COURSES ARE SCHEDULED TO COMMENCE AS FROM MONDAY 8 SEPTEMBER 2014 DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE STUDENTS WILL NEED TO PROVIDE THEIR OWN TEXT BOOKS. THESE SHOULD BE ORDERED FROM http://www.osbornebooksshop.co.uk 10
SUBJECT LEVEL WEEKS DAY TIME TUTOR FEE CILEx 3 30 Tue & Thur 18.00-20.00 CILEx Team 575 (Year 1) (For unit details, see p 17) COURSE SCHEDULED TO COMMENCE AS FROM TUESDAY 23 SEPTEMBER 2014 PLEASE NOTE: We aim to provide as accurate information as possible, but changes may be necessary for operational reasons. 11
COLLEGE CALENDAR AUTUMN TERM START Monday 1 September 2014 END Friday 19 December 2014 HOLIDAYS National Day - Wednesday 10 September 2014 Mid -term - Monday 27 October 2014 - Friday 31 October 2014 SPRING TERM START Wednesday 7 January 2015 END Friday 27 March 2015 HOLIDAYS Commonwealth Day - Monday 9 March 2015 SUMMER TERM START Tuesday 7 April 2015 END Thursday 9 July 2015 Workers Memorial Day Monday 27 April 2015 HOLIDAYS May Day - Friday 1 May 2015 Spring Bank Holiday - Monday 25 May 2015 Queen's Birthday - Monday 15 June 2015 12
PROFESSIONAL COURSES ASSOCIATION OF ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS (AAT) CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF LEGAL EXECUTIVES (CILEx) 13
Association of Accounting Technicians Certificate in Accounting Level 2 Course aims: This level will start to develop your skills in double entry bookkeeping and give you an understanding of management and administrative processes. You ll learn about manual and computerised accounting systems and to work with the purchase ledger, sales ledger and general ledger. Course structure: Processing bookkeeping transactions Control accounts, journals and the banking system Work effectively in accounting and finance Basic costing Computerised accounting Course duration: 39 weeks. Entry requirements: No specific entry requirements but you must be reasonably numerate and be able to complete exams and written projects in English. Examinations: All units are assessed via computer based tests except for Computerised accounting which is assessed via e-delivered project/case study. Please note that exam fees are not included in the course fee. 14
Association of Accounting Technicians Diploma in Accounting Level 3 Course aims: This level introduces more complicated accounting tasks, including the preparation of final accounts for sole traders and partnerships. You will also learn how to maintain cost accounting records and how to prepare reports and returns. Course structure: Accounts preparation Prepare final accounts for sole traders and partnerships Costs and revenues Indirect tax Professional ethics Spreadsheet software Course duration: 37 weeks. Entry requirements: No specific entry requirements but you must be reasonably numerate and be able to complete exams and written projects in English. Examinations: All units are assessed via computer based assessments except for Spreadsheet software which is assessed via e- delivered project/case study. Please note that exam fees are not included in the course fee. 15
Association of Accounting Technicians Diploma in Accounting Level 4 Course aims: At this level, you ll learn how to draft financial statements for limited companies, perform complex management accounting tasks and develop your own management skills. Course structure: Financial statements Budgeting Financial performance Internal control and accounting systems Cash management External auditing Course duration: This will depend on the units being studied but typically take 10 weeks to deliver. Entry requirements: Ideally, you should have completed level 3. Examinations: All units are assessed via computer based assessments except for Internal control and accounting systems which is assessed via e-delivered project/case study. Please note that exam fees are not included in the course fee. 16
Chartered Institute of Legal Executives Level 3 Certificate/Diploma in Law and Practice Course aims: This course is designed to provide you with a short but rounded introduction to law and legal practice. Course structure: Year 1 (To be offered in September 2014) Unit 1 Introduction to Law and Practice Unit 2 Contract Law Unit 9 Civil Litigation Unit 16 Client Care Skills Unit 17 Legal Research Skills Year 2 (To be offered in September 2015) Unit 3 Criminal Law Unit 4 Land Law Unit 5 Law of Tort Unit 8 Law of Wills and Succession Unit 10 Conveyancing Course duration: 30 weeks per year. Entry requirements: No specific entry requirements. Examinations: Units are assessed as follows: Unit 1 Multiple choice test Units 2,3,4,5,7,8,9,10 90 min examination Units 16,17 Internally-assessed case studies 17
LANGUAGES ENGLISH FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN JAPANESE SPANISH 18
ENGLISH for SPEAKERS of OTHER LANGUA AGES Course aims: To develop the ability of candidates to: Listen and respond to different types of spoken language of an increasing range of complexity Expresss themselves in speech using a range of vocabulary and grammatical structures Read and respond to different types of written language of an increasing range of complexity Expresss themselves effectively in writing using a range of vocabulary and grammatical structures Course structure: follows: The specification has a 4-unit structure as Listening Reading Writing Speaking (Optional) Course duration: 30 weeks. Classes are held twice a week. Entry requirements: No formal qualifications. Examinations: Thesee are normally held in June. Students wishing to sit for these will need to register and pay examination fees separately. Additional Information: permitted during the tests. The use of dictionaries will not be 19
ENGLISH GCE O Level Cambridge 1123 Course aims: To develop the ability of candidates to: Communicate accurately, appropriately and effectively in speech and writing Understand and respond appropriately and imaginatively to what they read and experiencee Enjoy and appreciate reading texts in the English Language Course structure: follows: The specification has a 2-unit structure as Paper 1 Writing Paper 2 Reading Course duration: 30 weeks. Entry requirements: No formal qualifications. Examinations: Thesee are normally held in June. Students wishing to sit for these will need to register and pay examination fees separately. Additional Information: Paper 1 consists of 2 sections: Section 1 Directed writing. Section 2 Creative writing. Paper 2 consists of 2 sections: Section 1 Reading for ideas. Section 2 Reading for meaning. 20
FRENCH GCSE OCR J730 Course aims: To meet the following four assessment objectives: Understand and respond to spoken language Communicate in speech, showing knowledge of and applying accurately the grammar and structures prescribed in the specification Understand and respond to written language Communicate in writing, showing knowledge of and applying accurately the grammar and structures prescribed in the specification Course structure: The specification has a 4-unit structure as follows: Unit 1 Listening Unit 2 Speaking Unit 3 Reading Unit 4 Writing Course duration: 32 weeks. Entry requirements: No formal qualifications but you are strongly advised to have achieved a general educational level equivalent to National Curriculum Level 3, or a distinction at Entry Level within the National Qualifications Framework. Examinations: These are normally held in June. Students wishing to sit for these will need to register and pay examination fees separately. Please note that these classes are designed to prepare candidates for examinations. The course fee includes an amount for preparation time required for controlled assessments which is non-refundable in the event that candidates choose not to register for examinations. Additional Information: For units 1 and 3, there are papers for Foundation Tier and for Higher Tier. Candidates may enter any combination of Foundation and Higher Tier papers to reflect their abilities. However, units 2 and 4 are untiered. Foundation Tier targets grades C to G Higher Tier targets grades A* to D * * * * * 21
GERMAN GCSE AQA 4665 (NOT OFFERED SEP 2014) Course aims: To meet the following four assessment objectives: Understand and respond to spoken language Communicate in speech, showing knowledge of and applying accurately the grammar and structures prescribed in the specification Understand and respond to written language Communicate in writing, showing knowledge of and applying accurately the grammar and structures prescribed in the specification Course structure: The specification has a 4-unit structure as follows: Unit 1 Listening Unit 2 Reading Unit 3 Speaking Unit 4 Writing Course duration: 32 weeks. Entry requirements: No formal qualifications but you are strongly advised to have achieved a general educational level equivalent to National Curriculum Level 3, or a distinction at Entry Level within the National Qualifications Framework. Examinations: These are normally held in June. Students wishing to sit for these will need to register and pay examination fees separately. Please note that these classes are designed to prepare candidates for examinations. The course fee includes an amount for preparation time required for controlled assessments which is non-refundable in the event that candidates choose not to register for examinations. Additional Information: For units 1 and 2, there are papers for Foundation Tier and for Higher Tier. Candidates may enter any combination of Foundation and Higher Tier papers to reflect their abilities. However, units 3 and 4 are untiered. Foundation Tier targets grades C to G Higher Tier targets grades A* to D * * * * GERMAN CONVERSATION We are also offering conversation classes in German. These are ideal for those who have already completed a 1-year GCSE course or similar and wish to practise and develop their oral language skills. This course will run for 10 weeks. 22
ITALIAN GCSE EDEXCEL 2IN01 Course aims: To meet the following four assessment objectives: Understand and respond to spoken language Communicate in speech, showing knowledge of and applying accurately the grammar and structures prescribed in the specification Understand and respond to written language Communicate in writing, showing knowledge of and applying accurately the grammar and structures prescribed in the specification Course structure: The specification has a 4-unit structure as follows: Unit 1 Listening and Understanding in Italian Unit 2 Speaking in Italian Unit 3 Reading and Understanding in Italian Unit 4 Writing in Italian Course duration: 32 weeks. Entry requirements: No formal qualifications but you are strongly advised to have achieved a general educational level equivalent to National Curriculum Level 3, or a distinction at Entry Level within the National Qualifications Framework. Examinations: These are normally held in June. Students wishing to sit for these will need to register and pay examination fees separately. Please note that these classes are designed to prepare candidates for examinations. The course fee includes an amount for preparation time required for controlled assessments which is non-refundable in the event that candidates choose not to register for examinations. Additional Information: For units 1 and 3, there are papers for Foundation Tier and for Higher Tier. Candidates may enter any combination of Foundation and Higher Tier papers to reflect their abilities. However, units 2 and 4 are untiered. Foundation Tier targets grades C to G Higher Tier targets grades A* to D * * * * * 23
JAPANESE FOR BEGINNERS Course aims: To provide an introduction to the Japanese language and culture Course structure: Origin of language. How Japanese language was created from Chinese. Introduction to two kinds of alphabet Hiragana and Katakana. Introduction to Kanji Chinese characters Numbers from 1-100 Pronunciation Simple conversation greetings, days of week, months, date, time, weather Introducing oneself Adjectives, nouns, comparatives, superlatives Location on, under, in, by, to the right/left Likes and dislikes When, where, who, what, why, how Adding tsu or ko to numbers Course duration: 10 weeks. Entry requirements: None. Examinations: None. Additional information: The course content which appears above is provided only as a guide. It may not be possible to cover everything in the 10 weeks allocated. If there is sufficient demand and interest, further 10-week continuation classes may be offered to provide those interested with the opportunity of progressing further. 24
SPANISH GCSE OCR J732 Course aims: To meet the following four assessment objectives: Understand and respond to spoken language Communicate in speech, showing knowledge of and applying accurately the grammar and structures prescribed in the specification Understand and respond to written language Communicate in writing, showing knowledge of and applying accurately the grammar and structures prescribed in the specification Course structure: The specification has a 4-unit structure as follows: Unit 1 Listening Unit 2 Speaking Unit 3 Reading Unit 4 Writing Course duration: 32 weeks. Entry requirements: No formal qualifications but you are strongly advised to have achieved a general educational level equivalent to National Curriculum Level 3, or a distinction at Entry Level within the National Qualifications Framework. Examinations: These are normally held in June. Students wishing to sit for these will need to register and pay examination fees separately. Please note that these classes are designed to prepare candidates for examinations. The course fee includes an amount for preparation time required for controlled assessments which is non-refundable in the event that candidates choose not to register for examinations. Additional Information: For units 1 and 3, there are papers for Foundation Tier and for Higher Tier. Candidates may enter any combination of Foundation and Higher Tier papers to reflect their abilities. However, units 2 and 4 are untiered. Foundation Tier targets grades C to G Higher Tier targets grades A* to D * * * * * SPANISH BEGINNERS/INTERMEDIATE We are also offering: Spanish for beginners - for those with little or no knowledge of the language and who wish to be introduced to the basics of the language. A follow-up intermediate course may be offered if there is sufficient demand. This course will run for 10 weeks. 25
SPANISH GCE A LEVEL OCR H477 Course aims: To encourage students to Develop understanding of the spoken and written forms of Spanish Communicate confidently, clearly and imaginatively in Spanish Develop critical insights into the contemporary society and culture of Spanish-speaking countries Course structure: The specification has a 4-unit structure as follows: Unit 1 Speaking Unit 2 Listening, Reading and Writing I Unit 3 Speaking Unit 4 Listening, Reading and Writing II Course duration: 30 weeks. Entry requirements: A GCSE qualification or equivalent in the language. Examinations: These are normally held in June. Students wishing to sit for these will need to register and pay examination fees separately. 26
INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY FUNCTIONAL SKILLS 27
INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY AQA Level 1 4527 Course aims: To provide students with the knowledge, skills and understanding to use ICT for life, learning and work Course structure: There is 1 assessment made up of a series of activities using a computer. Students use a computer to complete a series of activities and a Candidate Booklet to guide them through the activities. Most activities require the use of familiar software (eg spreadsheet, database) and one activity will use a simulated Internet and e-mail specially installed on the computer. Course content: Use ICT systems Find and select information Develop, present and communicate information Course duration: 30 weeks. Entry requirements: This course is specifically designed to cater for all those with very little or no knowledge of computers. Additional Information: All computer equipment is provided. 28
ART & LEISURE ART & DESIGN COOKERY DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY & PHOTOSHOP GLASS & CRAFTS SEWING WOODWORK 29
Art & Design: Fine Art GCSE - Edexcel Course aims: To provide a general course encompassing art, craft and design to enablee students to exploree a range of 2 and 3 dimensional approaches to their studies. Course structure: The specification has a 2-unit structure as follows: Unit 1 Unit 2 Personal portfolio in Art and Design Externally-set assignment in Art and Design Course duration: 30 weeks. Entry requirements: It is helpful if pupils have: Had past experience in the use and application of a range of 2D and 3D media for recording observations and ideas in 2D and 3D forms. Had in the past observed and recorded information from pictures, artefacts and objects in detail. Had experience in the use of digital media and technology. Had some understanding and knowledge of past and present artists/art movements. Examinations: Unit 1 is a coursework-based assignment, internally set and assessed but externally moderated by Edexcel. Unit 2 is an externally set coursework-based assignment, internally assessed but externally moderatedd by Edexcel. Students wishing to sit for these will need to register and pay examination fees separately. Please note that these classes are designed to prepare candidates for assessments. Additional Information: Most materials and resourcess are provided. However, you may be required to provide your own canvass. * * * * * 30
Art & Design Course aims: To provide an introductionn to Art and Design and enhance people s visual communication skillss through this medium. Course content: Working with line, contour and shape Working with tone, scale and mass Onsite sketching/exploring drawing principles outdoors Learning about colour theory and colour mixing Applying colour knowledge and perception to image-makingg Portraiture and figure drawing Analyzing paintings and sculpture forms Exploring the art of printmaking Digital imaging an photo-editing Working with the changes of time and luminosity on a drawing Course duration: 10 weeks. Entry requirements: None, but some knowledge of drawing or painting would be advantageous. Additional Information: All materials, such as brushes, paints, paper, etc are provided. It is recommended that you bring an overall to protect your clothing. 31
Cookery Course aims: To provide a basic course in cookery, introducing students to a variety of traditional Gibraltarian dishes. Course content: Students will be taught how to make a variety of local, traditional dishes such as calentita. There will be opportunities for students to suggest ideas of dishes which they would like to prepare. Course duration: 10 weeks. Entry requirements: None. Suitable for all levels. Additional Information: Cooking utensils are provided but students will need to purchase basic ingredients. * * * * * Digital Photography and Photoshop: An introduction Course aims: To provide a general introduction to digital photography and promote the use of Photoshop as a means to enhance those special moments. Course content: Learn to use a DSLR and its settings Image Composition: Portraits and Landscapes Introduction to Photoshop: Course duration: 10 weeks. Tools and Manipulating images Creating text and working with layers Image editing techniques Entry requirements: None. Aimed at beginners. Additional Information: Students will need to provide their own camera, preferably a DSLR. 32
Glass & Crafts Course aims: To provide an introductory course covering a range of techniques in glass, metal and wood. Course content: Produce decorative glass panels as part of a jewellery box Produce an item of jewellery in metal Work on own personal project (time-permitting) Course duration: 10 weeks. Entry requirements: No previous experience necessary. Additional Information: All materials, tools and equipment will be provided. * * * * * Sewing Course aims: To provide a basic course in sewing, suitable for both beginners and the more experienced seamstress. Course content: Beginners will start off with a simple pattern. They will be introduced to pattern cutting, basic sewing techniques and the use of a sewing machine. Advanced students will be guided through more advanced pattern cutting and sewing methods as well as the extensive use of the sewing machine. Students will benefit from the use of brand new sewing machines, which a have a variety of functions suitable for many sewing tasks. Course duration: 10 weeks. Entry requirements: None. Suitable for all levels. Additional Information: Sewing machines are provided. 33
Woodwork Course aims: To provide an introduction to basic woodwork and develop the skills of the more experienced carpenter. Course content: Beginners will learn about tool handling and basic joints - (mortice, dovetail, halving, housing). Intermediate students will cover cabinet making skills. Advanced students will have the opportunity to work on their own individual projects. Course duration: 10 weeks. Entry requirements: None. Suitable for all levels. Additional Information: All tools and materials are provided for beginners and intermediate students. * * * * * 34
35 MATHEMATICS
MATHEMATICS GCSE AQA 4306 Course aims: To meet the following four assessment objectives: Using and applying mathematics Number and algebra Shape, space and measures Handling data Course structure: The specification has a 2-unit structure as follows: Unit 1 Written paper (Non-calculator) Unit 2 Written paper (Calculator) Course duration: 30 weeks. Entry requirements: No formal qualifications but you are strongly advised to have achieved a general educational level equivalent to National Curriculum Level 3, or a distinction at Entry Level within the National Qualifications Framework. Examinations: These are normally held in June. Students wishing to sit for these will need to register and pay examination fees separately. Additional Information: In both assessment areas, there are papers for Foundation and for Higher Tier. Foundation Tier targets grades G to D Higher Tier targets grades C to A* 36
PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 37
ASCEND Personal & Professional Development Course aims: To teach students how to recognise and build upon their unique individual gifts and talents, to develop self-esteem, generate a state of mind that supports their personal goals and highest potential, and to make bold steps forward in cultivating these chosen objectives Course structure: To provide individuals with clarity on life direction. To help students recognise their personal qualities, gifts, talents and values. To cultivate self-confidence and positive mental attitude. To generate understanding on why love is the most powerful tool in creating personal and professional success. To enable teenagers to recognise their true value and overall potential. To provide executive skills Course duration: 30 weeks. Entry requirements: No formal qualifications but you are strongly advised to have achieved a general educational level equivalent to National Curriculum Level 3, or a distinction at Entry Level within the National Qualifications Framework. Examinations: There are no examinations but students will receive a certificate of attendance on completion. 90% attendance required. 38