Sixth Form courses

call upon candidates' abilities to demonstrate the transferability of their knowledge, understanding and

skills.

have always asked about life: why are we here, how should we behave and what happens to us when

we die?

and have a deep understanding of individual, cultural and social issues. The nature of the subject

encourages students to develop their own interpersonal and communication skills - all essential for the

modern world.

of materials. The course will aid anyone interested in careers in design of any sort, business (e.g.

product development), engineering and science (particularly physics). It will also bring skills of team

working, planning, evaluating, meeting people from industry and catering to peoples needs.

There are many trips to design events in London and the possibility to work with professionals in the

design industry to develop your prototype products.

practical experience of computers.

At AS the two units are complementary and aim to develop your ability to use ICT to solve problems,

together with an understanding of the opportunities and impact of ICT in modern life. You will be able to

use a wide range of software and hardware to create solutions and develop your skills.

At A2 you will study the concepts associated with the use of ICT in the real world, as well as making

practical use of this knowledge. You will have the opportunity to work alongside people from

organisations outside your school or college - in real, or realistic, environments - and to work on projects

that interest you, developing valuable life skills of project management and working co-operatively with

others.

rewards students with a unique perspective from which to view the world and with which to make sense

of many apparently confusing issues.

By the end of the course the successful student will have gained new knowledge and understanding but

will also have learned how to evaluate and analyse information, how to weigh up evidence and how to

communicate effectively. The student will be used to dealing with complex ideas. These are skills which

are much valued by employers and universities.

about the political issues that affect our lives and about how you can take part in the decision making

process. You will also have developed a critical awareness of events and issues and the skills to argue

your case convincingly.