BTEC Pearson Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Business
Teachers of Business & Economics
Mrs B Donovan
Mr D Hodges
Mr D Kelly
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.
Qualification: BTEC level 3 National Extended Certificate in Business Exam Board: Edexcel Coursework: 42% Exam: 58% Exam Structure: 1 x Controlled assessment: 2 hours preparation under light control, and 3 hours assessment under exam conditions (on computer) sat in the January of Year 12
1 x 2 hour exam paper sat in the January of Year 13 Link to specification: Pearson BTEC Nationals Business (2016)
Course Overview:
In Year 12 students will learn about:
Unit 1: Internally assessed coursework (25%) Stakeholders, effective business communications, organisation structures, business aims and objectives, internal, external and competitive environments, PESTLE and SWOT, different market structures and the relationship between supply, demand and price
Unit 2: Externally assessed controlled assessment (25%) Developing a marketing campaign
Unit 3 (personal finance): Externally assessed exam
In Year 13 students will learn about:
Unit 8: Internally assessed coursework (16.7%)
Unit 3 (business finance): Externally assessed exam
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science
Teachers of Science
Miss L Cook (Curriculum Leader)
Mrs M Ambridge
Miss K Atherton
Miss V Bates
Mr R Beaumont
Miss H Dare
Mr L Evans
Miss K Heeley
Mr J Jiagge-Takyi
Mr M Lenton
Miss V Sears
Miss M Townend
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:
Qualification: Btec Applied Science – Extended Certificate Exam Board: Edexcel Coursework: 42% Exam: 58% Exam Structure:
Unit 1 – Principles and Applications of Science – 2hrs
Unit 3 – Science Investigation Skills – 2hrs Link to specification: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science
Course Overview:
Learners will study four units:
Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science
Periodicity and properties of elements
Structure and functions of cells and tissues
Waves in communication
Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques
In this unit you will:
A Undertake titration and colorimetry to determine the concentration of solutions
B Undertake calorimetry to study cooling curves
C Undertake chromatographic techniques to identify components in mixtures
D Review personal development of scientific skills for laboratory work.
Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills.
Planning a scientific investigation
Data collection, processing and analysis/interpretation
Drawing conclusions and evaluation
Enzymes in action
Diffusion of molecules
Plants and their environment
Energy content of fuels
Electrical circuits
Unit 8: Physiology of Human Body Systems
In this unit you will:
A Understand the impact of disorders of the musculoskeletal system and their associated corrective treatments
B Understand the impact of disorders on the physiology of the lymphatic system and the associated corrective treatments
C Explore the physiology of the digestive system and the use of corrective treatments for dietary-related diseases.
Travel & Tourism
Teachers of Travel & Tourism
Dr T Bellis (Curriculum Leader)
Ms B Mombo
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.
Qualification: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism Exam Board: Edexcel Coursework: 42% Exam: 58% Exam Structure: 1 X 90 minute examination (sat in January of Year 12) and 1 x 3 hour examination sat in January of Year 13. This is based on a Pre-release element and 6 hours monitored research time to produce notes that can be taken into support students in the examination Link to Specification: Pearson BTEC National Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism (Level 3)
Course Overview
In Year 12 students’ study:
Unit 1: The World of Travel and Tourism. This unit introduces students to the nature, scale and factors affecting the travel and tourism industry. Students are assessed via an externally assessed examination in the January of Year 12 (90 minutes).
Unit 9: Visitor Attractions. In this unit students’ study 2 contrasting visitor attractions at depth to investigate the nature, role and appeal of visitor attractions; how they meet the diverse expectations of visitors and how they measure their success and respond to competition. This unit is assessed through 3 internally assessed assignments.
In Year 13 students’ study:
Unit 2: Global Destinations. This unit enables students to locate and understand the features and appeal of global destinations. Students learn how to evaluate different travel itineraries to best meet different customers’ needs and they evaluate consumer trends that influence the changing popularity of global destinations. This unit is assessed via an externally set 3 hour examination. Students are given pre-release materials to study for this examination and conduct 6 hours of monitored research that can be taken into the examination.
Unit 3: Principles of Marketing in Travel and Tourism. In this unit students produce a report that evaluates the interrelationships of marketing and customer service and the importance of the 4Ps in marketing theory. They then put this theory into practice analyzing the marketing approaches of 2 contrasting travel organisations. They also get the opportunity to conduct primary and secondary research to identify a new travel product or service and produce a promotional campaign for this that also evaluates how well this campaign meets its objectives. This unit is assessed through 4 internally assessed assignments.
Sociology
Teachers of Sociology
Mrs R Davis
Mrs K Green
Mrs L Skeldon
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
Course Overview:
Students cover the following content over the two years. In Year 12 the focus is Unit 1 and half of Unit 2. The rest of Unit 2 and Unit 3 are completed in Year 13.
Unit 1– Socialisation, Culture and Identity
Socialisation, Culture and Identity
Mass Media
Unit 2– Researching and understanding social inequalities
Research methods
Social Inequalities
Unit 3– Debates in contemporary society
Globalisation
Crime and Deviance
Psychology
Teachers of Psychology
Mrs H Fedorniak (Curriculum Leader)
Mrs R Davis
Mrs 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.
Qualification: A-level Psychology Exam Board: AQA Coursework: 0% Exam: 100% Exam Structure: 3x 2hour papers sat at the end of year 13. Link to specification: AS AND A-Level Psychology
Course Overview:
Students cover the following content over the two years. In Year 12 the focus is paper 1, and parts of paper 2. The remainder of paper 2 content and paper 3 content is completed in year 13.
Paper 1: Introductory topics in Psychology
Social Influence
Memory
Attachment
Psychopathology
Paper 2: Psychology in Context
Approaches
Biopsychology
Research Methods
Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology
Issues and Debates
Cognition and Development
Schizophrenia
Forensic Psychology
D&T: Product Design
Teachers of D&T: Product Design
Mr C Mander
Mrs L Ray (Curriculum Leader)
Reasons to Study D&T: Product Design
Design and Technology: 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 project management, independence, decision making, creativity and problem solving which will suit a wide range of careers.
Our Vision for D&T: Product Design
Students at SJB study Design and Technology: 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 careers. Some obvious ones include:
There are many past students who have successfully gained A*-B in D&T in recent years and gone on to do apprenticeships with TFL and Rolls Royce or degrees in the following:
Qualification: A-Level Product Design Exam Board: OCR NEA: 50% Exam: 50% Exam Structure: 1 x 1hr 30min, 1 x 1hr 45min exam papers sat in the summer of Year 13 Link to specification: A Level Specification Design and Technology
Course Overview:
Principles of Product Design – 80 marks, 1 hour 30 minutes written paper (26.7% of total A Level)
This paper is set out through four sets of questions that predominantly cover technical principles within each endorsed title. Learners will be required to:
analyse existing products
demonstrate applied mathematical skills
demonstrate their technical knowledge of materials, product functionality, manufacturing processes and techniques
demonstrate their understanding of wider social, moral and environmental issues that impact on the design and manufacturing industries
Problem solving in Product Design – 70 marks, 1 hour 45 minutes written paper (23.3% of total A Level)
This component has a series of longer answer questions that require learners to demonstrate their problem solving and critical evaluation skills. Learners will be required to:
apply their knowledge, understanding and skills of designing and manufacturing prototypes and products
demonstrate their higher thinking skills to solve problems and evaluate situations and suitability of design solutions
Iterative Design Project – 100 marks**, approx 65 hours non-exams assessment (50% of total A Level)
The ‘Iterative Design Project’ requires learners to undertake a substantial design, make and evaluate project centred on the iterative processes of explore, create and evaluate.
Learners identify a design opportunity or problem from a context of their own choice, and create a portfolio of evidence in real time through the project to demonstrate their competence.
Politics
Teachers of Politics
Mr C Thomas
Mr L Petrie
Reasons to Study Politics
Politics provides you with a wide array of skills that are highly valued by universities and employers alike such as critical thinking and the ability to communicate an argument effectively both verbally and through your written work. It also provides you with a greater understanding of the world around you which is invaluable as you enter the wider world and start to vote. If you are interested in current affairs, or just want to better understand the choices made by our governments today, then this is the A-Level for you!
A LEVEL UNITS Paper 1: Government and Politics of the UK Paper 2: Government and Politics of the USA Paper 3: Political ideologies and theories
Physics
Teachers of Physics
Miss H Dare
Mr M Woodhams
Mr S Young
Mr D Riding
Reasons to Study Physics
Studying Physics takes you right across the Universe – from the smallest fundamental particles right up to the formation of the stars and galaxies! During the course you have the opportunity to delve deeper into the how and whys of the Universe, exploring them using observations, practical experiments, mathematical analysis, and discussions. Physics is vital for going on to study a range of subjects, such as Engineering, Physics, even Architecture, but the key skills learnt during a Physics A-Level can be applied to almost any degree or career in the future.
Our Vision for Physics
Students at SJB study Physics 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
Physics opens the doors to a huge range of degree courses and career paths including:
Qualification: A Level Physics Exam Board: OCR Coursework: 0% Exam: 100% Exam Structure:
Modelling Physics Paper – 2hr 15mins
Exploring Physics Paper – 2hr 15mins
Unified Physics Paper – 1hr 30mins Link to specification: A Level Specification Physics A H556
Course Overview: Module 1 – Development of practical skills in physics
1.1 Practical skills assessed in a written examination
1.2 Practical skills assessed in the practical endorsement
Module 2 – Foundations of physics
2.1 Physical quantities and units
2.2 Making measurements and analysing data
2.3 Nature of quantities
Module 3 – Forces and motion
3.1 Motion
3.2 Forces in action
3.3 Work, energy and power
3.4 Materials
3.5 Newton’s laws of motion and momentum
Module 4 – Electrons, waves and photons
4.1 Charge and current
4.2 Energy, power and resistance
4.3 Electrical circuits
4.4 Waves
4.5 Quantum physics
Module 5 – Newtonian world and astrophysics
5.1 Thermal physics
5.2 Circular motion
5.3 Oscillations
5.4 Gravitational fields
5.5 Astrophysics and cosmology
Module 6 – Particles and medical physics
6.1 Capacitors
6.2 Electric fields
6.3 Electromagnetism
6.4 Nuclear and particle physics
6.5 Medical imaging
PE
Teachers of PE
Miss R Jeppeson (Curriculum Leader)
Mr C Black
Mr D Newman
Mr E Green
Miss H Peterkin
Mr J Hacker
Miss L Hockin
Mrs M Shaw
Mr T Birch
Reasons to Study PE
Studying A-Level PE 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. Studying A-Level PE is great fun and will prepare you for a wide range of University courses or career pathways.
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.
All students will be able to take part in physical activity during their key skills time. Students have the opportunity to extend their study of Physical Education by following A-Level or BTEC Sport courses.Qualification: A-Level Physical Education Exam Board: AQA Coursework: 30% Exam: 70% Exam Structure: 2 x 2hour exam papers sat in the summer of Year 13 Link to specification: A-LEVEL Physical Education (7582)
Course Overview: Assessment:
2 Components:
70% theory
30% Practical performance broken down into:
15% will be based on students assessed in the role of player/performer or coach
15% will be analysis and evaluation of performance.
Paper 1: Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport What’s assessed
Section A – Applied anatomy and physiology (35 marks)
Section B – Skill acquisition (35 marks)
Section C – Sport and society (35 marks)
How it’s assessed
Written exam: 2 hours
Total: 105 marks
35% of A-level
Paper 2: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport What’s assessed
Section A – Exercise physiology and biomechanics (35 marks)
Section B – Sports psychology (35 marks)
Section C –Sport and society and technology in sport (35 marks)
How it’s assessed
Written exam: 2 hours
Total: 105 marks
35% of A-level
Practical performance in physical activity and sport What’s assessed
Students are assessed as a player/performer or coach in the full sided version of one activity (15%)
Coursework: Written analysis and evaluation of performance supported by a breakdown of causes and corrections for the highlighted weakness (15%)
How it’s assessed
Internal assessment, external moderation
Total: 90 marks
30% of A-level
Theory Units Breakdown: (for more information see the specification link)
Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport
Skill acquisition
Sport and society
Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport
Biomechanical movement
Sport psychology
Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport
What we are looking for:
Students who have a genuine interest in sport
Students who currently take part in sport
Students who are curious about the limits of human performance
Preferred level 6 at GCSE
Photography
Teachers of Photography
Mr J Sharp (Curriculum Leader)
Reasons to Study Photography
Photography A Level is a highly creative course offering a hands-on practical experience every lesson. The course is 100% coursework, developing your skills in camera techniques, composition, both still and moving digital image, studio and location lighting and postproduction image manipulation. You will develop a contextual understanding of creative processes within the creative industry to inspire and influence your own personal investigations. Photography A Level develops a wide range of artistic skills, analytical and critical thinking and problem-solving skills which will be useful at university and future careers. By the end of the course, you will have produced a professional portfolio of photographs, presentations and written analysis.
Career Paths
Often students will follow up the Photography ‘A’ Level with a Foundation course in Art and Design or go for direct entry to University.
Photography will assist students in applying to Arts and Media courses.
Qualification: A Level Photography Exam Board: Eduqas Personal Investigation: 60% Consists of two parts:
Practical project based on themes and subject matter of personal significance.
An extended written element of 1000 words minimum, which may contain images and texts and must clearly relate to practical work using an appropriate working vocabulary and specialist terminology.
Externally Set Assignment: 40% Externally Set Assignment Structure: Preparatory period commencing on or from 1 February (of Year 13). Students select one starting point from a series of visual or written stimuli to inspire and inform their own work. The preparatory period concludes with 15 hours of supervised time where students produce a final outcome/s. Link to specification: A Level Art and Design | Eduqas A level specification template (eduqas.co.uk)
Course Overview:
x12 50 minute lessons a fortnight.
Students complete a range of workshops and projects, learning how to use a digital SLR camera and editing skills. This will develop their photography and postproduction in preparation for their personal investigation, externally set assignment and build their portfolio for progression onto higher education study.
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