BTEC Creative Digital Media

Teachers of Media Studies

  • Mr D Kaye
  • Mr J Sharp (Joint Curriculum Leader)
  • Mr C Wall (Joint Curriculum Leader)

Reasons to Study BTEC Media

The Level 3 Vocational BTEC Media Course is rooted in industry practice. You will develop your creative, technical, and organisational skills to prepare you for the workplace. You will evidence this through a series of units that will develop and test your independence skills.

Our Vision for Media Studies

The Media is powerful. It is persuasive in shaping the views of society. SJB students will learn to interrogate what has become so easily consumed in the media landscape. We aim to equip the students with essential 21st century skills and knowledge – media literacy, creativity, critical thinking, and employability.

Career Paths

  • Media Production
  • Film Production
  • Journalism
  • Presenting
  • Editorial
  • Marketing
  • Advertising
  • Teaching
  • Copy writing
  • Event management

Outline of Course

Chemistry

Teachers of Science

  • Miss M Ambridge
  • Miss K Atherton
  • Mrs V Barclay
  • Miss V Bates
  • Mr C Campbell
  • Miss S Clark
  • Miss L Cook (Curriculum Leader)
  • Miss H Dare
  • Mr L Evans
  • Mrs A Fairclough
  • Miss K Heeley
  • Mr M Lenton
  • Miss V J Sears
  • Mrs E Temple
  • Mr M Woodhams
  • Mr S Young

Reasons to Study Chemistry

Aside from the huge range of career opportunities that studying chemistry opens up, you learn how to be objective, analytical, methodical, and in turn solve your own questions that you have about the world around you.

Our Vision for Chemistry

Students at SJB study Chemistry as it helps our understanding of the world around us. Everything we know about the universe, from how trees reproduce to what an atom is made up of, is the result of scientific research and experiment. Human progress throughout history has largely rested on advances in science. From our knowledge of gravity to cutting-edge medicines, students of Science have shaped our modern world. All of these advances can trace their origin back to individuals learning about science as students. That’s why it is in all our interests to promote Science as a subject at SJB; it ensures the next wave of progress in all of the fields that affect our daily lives.

Career Paths

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

  • Chemistry
  • Biochemistry
  • Medicine
  • Dentistry
  • Veterinary science
  • Pharmacology
  • Pharmacy
  • Chemical engineering
  • Forensics
  • Civil Service
  • Law (Patent and General)
  • Industrial research
  • Chemistry Teaching
  • Science Journalism

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Outline of Course

National Extended Certificate Sport

Teachers of PE

  • Mr T Birch
  • Mr E Green
  • Mr J Hacker
  • Miss L Hockin
  • Miss R Jeppeson
  • Mr D Newman (Curriculum Leader)
  • Mrs M Shaw

Reasons to Study BTEC PE

Studying BTEC PE develops your understanding of a subject that many students are often passionate about. It allows you to explore the relationship between elite performance, physiology, psychology and biomechanics as well as media and business. You will also be able to apply much of what you have learned to human health and wellbeing. The course is a mixture of both coursework and exams that are taken throughout the 2 years.

Our Vision for PE

Students at SJB study PE to guide & inspire them to maintain optimum health & fitness for the rest of their lives. They will develop physical literacy & experience positive feelings around physical activity, building confidence in their bodies. PE develops a range of life skills including leadership, teamwork & a resilience to physical & mental challenges. For many students, physical education will be a source of great passion & can foster a curiosity in the limits of human health & performance.

Career Paths

  • Sports Coaching
  • Sports Nutrition
  • Sports Therapy
  • PE teaching
  • Leisure Industry
  • Sports Development
  • Police Force
  • Armed Forces
  • Personal Training

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Outline of Course

BTEC Pearson Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Business

Teachers of Business & Economics

  • Mrs J V Belli
  • Mrs B Donovan
  • Mr D Hodges
  • Mr D Kelly
  • Miss S Lovett
  • Mrs H Phillips (Curriculum Leader)

Reasons to Study BTEC Business

This is a great course if you want to start your own business, or work for another business as an employee. Most of our students go on to University or apprenticeships, and the style of study really benefits students who are nervous in exams, or who are highly organised and like to work at their own pace.

Our Vision for Business & Economics

Students at SJB study Business and Economics to improve their commercial awareness, enhance their strategic thinking and develop a greater understanding of the global business environment and how to influence it.

Career Paths

  • Marketing

  • Human Resource Management

  • Customer service representative

  • Hospitality

  • Retail Management

  • Travel and Tourism

  • Banking

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Outline of Course

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science

Teachers of Science

  • Miss M Ambridge
  • Miss K Atherton
  • Mrs V Barclay
  • Miss V Bates
  • Mr C Campbell
  • Miss S Clark
  • Miss L Cook (Curriculum Leader)
  • Miss H Dare
  • Mr L Evans
  • Mrs A Fairclough
  • Miss K Heeley
  • Mr M Lenton
  • Miss V J Sears
  • Mrs E Temple
  • Mr M Woodhams
  • Mr S Young

Reasons to Study BTEC Applied Science

This is the course for you if you want to continue to study all 3 sciences at an A level standard. If you like a mixture of practical scientific experiments and self-paced written work then BTEC science would suit you. Exams are taken in January and coursework is studied and written in the second half of the year. If you are nervous about exams and excel in coursework this course would suit your skill set.

Our Vision for Science

Students at SJB study science as it helps our understanding of the world around us. Everything we know about the universe, from how trees reproduce to what an atom is made up of, is the result of scientific research and experiment. Human progress throughout history has largely rested on advances in science. From our knowledge of gravity to cutting-edge medicines, students of Science have shaped our modern world. All of these advances can trace their origin back to individuals learning about science as students. That’s why it is in all our interests to promote Science as a subject at SJB; it ensures the next wave of progress in all of the fields that affect our daily lives.

Career Paths

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
  • Industrial Research

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Outline of Course

Travel & Tourism

Teachers of Travel & Tourism

  • Dr T Bellis (Curriculum Leader)
  • Mrs N Czaplicka
  • Mrs L Kenny

Reasons to Study BTEC Travel & Tourism

BTEC Travel and Tourism is a great course for you if you have a passion for exploring different places and are interested in a future career in the travel and tourism industry whether that might be working for an airline, working as an adventure tour guide or as a sustainable tourism officer for example. The course is 68% exam and 32% coursework so this can be an advantage to students who benefit from ongoing assessment. We study at depth the UK and global travel and tourism industry, visitor attractions, the principles of marketing and trends in travel. You will learn oral presentation skills and will practice how to research and write reports and articles that form your coursework. This subject complements Business Studies and Geography with many of the concepts learnt in these subjects being developed further in BTEC Travel and Tourism.

Our Vision for Travel & Tourism

Students at SJB study Travel and Tourism in order to gain an in-depth understanding of the nature, scale and factors affecting this globally important industry. Students learn how to find, produce, analyse, present and evaluate a range of primary and secondary data sources to develop their critical analysis of this industry and how it can best move towards a more sustainable future. Students also develop a range of transferable soft skills including team work and verbal presentation skills that are vital tools increasing employability.

Career Paths

  • Travel Agent
  • Airline Staff
  • Journalist
  • Marketing
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Tour Guide
  • Tourism Management
  • Tourism Development
  • Event Management
  • Travel Writer
  • Resort Management
  • Conservation Manager
  • Ecotourism Officer
  • Sustainable Tourism Officer
  • Digital Marketing
  • Travel Consultant
  • Transport Logistics
  • Market researcher
  • Conference Co-ordinator
  • Business Travel Co-ordinator
  • Brand Manager
  • Hospitality Manager

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Outline of Course

Sociology

Teachers of Sociology

  • Mrs H Fedorniak (Curriculum Leader)
  • Mrs K Green

Reasons to Study Sociology

In Sociology, students critically analyse theories and research on the structure of society and the impact this has on human behaviour.  You will develop skills that are applicable to a variety of university courses, such as critical and analytical thinking, written fluency, social awareness, information gathering and interpretation.  Explore what Feminists, Marxists and other Sociological perspectives think about identity, culture, media influence, inequality, crime and globalisation.  If you enjoy discussions, formulating arguments and are good at written skill then this could be the course for you!

Our Vision for Sociology

Students at SJB study Sociology to develop an inquisitive mind and a critical approach to understanding the world around them. They appreciate and celebrate diversity, leading to a feeling of security in their own identity. Our students assess society as it is and explore how they can be a force for change.

Career paths

  • Criminal justice e.g. Probation & Parole; Police & Corrections
  • International/cross cultural e.g. International Relations/Foreign Affairs; International Business
  • Sociological practice/ human service e.g. Vocational Counselling; Rehabilitation; Recreation; Health Services
  • Business/industry e.g. Management; Accounting; Finance & Investment; Personnel; Marketing
  • Social action/social change e.g. Community Organization; Religious Work; Political Advocacy

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Outline of Course

Psychology

Teachers of Psychology

  • Mrs H Fedorniak (Curriculum Leader)
  • Mrs K Green
  • Miss L Skeldon
  • Miss I Turner

Reasons to Study Psychology

Psychology is a great subject to take if you are interested in understanding why people do what they do. Often referred to as the ‘Science of Mind and Behaviour’, you will weigh up the role of biological, psychological, and environmental factors in areas including human development, mental health and offending. Psychology complements many subjects and, having developed a range of highly transferable skills (eg essay and scientific report writing, evaluation, research methods and statistical analysis), you will have an excellent range of further study and career options open to you.

Our Vision for Psychology

Students study psychology to become well informed and empathetic individuals who accept peoples behavioural and biological similarities and differences.

They will understand how psychological knowledge and research can be used to benefit an ever-changing society.

Career Paths

There are many routes for those who have a psychology qualification. The majority of students use their A-Level to gain access to degree courses in psychology and other subjects. Some students decide to leave education after A-Levels and psychology can be useful in many jobs including anything with customer service, the caring professions, management etc. For those students who decide to pursue a career in psychology, further study must be done after A-Levels. Some examples of careers in psychology are criminology, occupational psychology, sport psychology, clinical psychology or counselling psychology.

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Outline of Course

Product Design

Teachers of Product Design

  • Mrs C Cunningham (Curriculum Leader)
  • Mrs R Guncill
  • Mr C Mander

Reasons to Study Product Design

Product Design provides you with a range of opportunities to demonstrate your passion for design as well as allowing your creative and making abilities to flourish. Students will gain a range of skills such as time management, independence, decision making and problem solving which will suit a wide range of careers.

Our Vision for Product Design

Students at SJB study Product Design to become individuals who are equipped with the skills, understanding and responsibility for shaping the world for future generations. Curiosity, creativity, adaptability, independence, and problem solving underpin everything we do.

Career Paths

This A level provides a broad qualification for a wide variety of career. Some obvious ones include:

  • Product Design
  • Manufacturing
  • Engineering – civil, mechanical, applied, aeronautical, electronics
  • Architecture
  • Advertising
  • Media
  • Graphic Design

There are many past students who have successfully gained A*-B in DT in recent years and gone on to do apprenticeships with TFL and Rolls Royce or degrees in the following:

  • Medicine, Languages
  • Business Studies. Foundation courses
  • Product Design

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