Why study Art, Craft & Design?

The Art & Design qualification covers a range of disciplines within Art; students will enjoy developing skills in the areas below whilst working on teacher led and independent projects across the two years. Students will study both contemporary and historical artists and complete responses to their work, as well as working from photography and their own images. The qualification encourages students to actively engage with Art from different cultures and eras, in order to develop as effective and independent art practitioners. Students will learn through teacher led workshops and will also be expected to be able to work individually on their own ideas in response to a theme given.  Art and Design develops the students’ personal attributes such as self-confidence, resilience, perseverance and commitment. Students will cover a range of mediums including:

Drawing -  Students are able to explore drawing using a range of drawing materials, media and techniques such as graphite, tonal, ink and coloured pencil.

Painting - The use of a range of painting materials, tools and techniques such as acrylic, water colour on different surfaces.

Printing - Students will learn basic printing methods such as; foam board printing, mono printing and lino printing, to develop creative ways of transferring images onto different surfaces.

Sculpture and Ceramics - All students will be expected to create non-functional ceramic sculptures in response to a project or brief from their teacher. They will use a range of ceramic materials, tools and techniques such as modelling, casting, hand building, glazing, surface decoration and firing. 

How will I be assessed? 

Students are assessed on a personal portfolio which is developed throughout Year 10 and the first term of Year 11. They will then work on an externally set brief or project set by the exam board. The final assessment is a ten hour exam set over two days. This course will either be a GCSE or BTEC qualification.

Where can art take me?

• Animator 
• Interior designer
• Art historian 
• Illustrator
• Community artist 
• Printmaker
• Digital content editor 
• Tattoo artist

What skills will I develop?

In a world where automation will take over many jobs, being creative will become a core quality employers will look for.  Art will give you the skills of perseverance, focus and a problem solving.

Further questions? Please contact Mrs S Calleja-Taylor, Head of Art, if you require any further information.  s.calleja.scs@osborne.coop

 

 

 

Why study Business?

The GCSE (9–1) in Business consists of two compulsory externally-examined papers. The first theme, Investigating a small business covers areas such as enterprise and entrepreneurship, spotting a business opportunity, putting a business idea into practice, making the business effective and understanding the external influences on businesses. The second theme, Building a business covers areas including marketing, operational, financial decisions and human resources.

Areas of Study

1   Business Activity
The role of business enterprise and entrepreneurship, business planning, and business ownership

2   Marketing
The role and importance of marketing and market research.

3   People
Recruitment and selection, motivation and retention

4   Operations
Production processes, quality of goods and services and consumer law.

5   Finance
Sources of finance and calculation of profitability ratios and cash flow

6   Influences on business
Ethical and environmental considerations and globalization

7   The interdependent nature of  business

Where can business take me?

• Accountancy 
• Human Resources
• Marketing 
• Retail Management
• Banking 
• Market Research   
• Sales executive
• Entrepreneur 
• Marketing executive 
• Self employed

What skills will I develop?

Business will develop critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving skills through the study of how businesses operate. It will be an interesting way to develop skills, which can be transferred to other subjects and applied in day-to-day life or due to its academic nature, it is suitable for students with a real enthusiasm for the business environment.

Further questions? Please contact Mrs Law, Assistant Head Teacher, if you require any further information.  h.law.scs@osborne.coop 

Why study Computer Science?

Why should I choose this course?

This exciting GCSE gives you an excellent opportunity to investigate how computers work, how they’re used and to develop computer programming or problem-solving skills. You will do some fascinating, in-depth, research and practical work, such as learning Python Programme language.  Programming will be integral in this subject as well as the impact of digital technology to the individual and the wider society.

What will I study?

Computer Systems (01) – This component investigates hardware, logical operations, communications, data representation and data types, operating systems, principles of programming, software engineering, program construction, security and data management and the impacts of digital technology on wider society.

Computational thinking, algorithms and programming (02) – This component investigates problem solving, algorithms and programming constructs, programming languages, data structures and data types and security and authentication.

Programming Project (03) – This component requires learners to produce a programmed solution to a problem. They must analyse the problem, design a solution to the problem, develop a final programmed solution, test the solution and give suggestions for further development of the solution. Throughout the production of the solution learners are required to produce a refinement log that evidences the development of the solution.  The component does not contribute to the final mark or qualification grade.

How will I be assessed?  

Computer systems - written paper 50%

Computational thinking, algorithms and programming – written paper 50%

Where can computer science take me?

• Business Analyst 
• Games developer  
• Network engineer
• Cyber security analyst 
• IT Consultant
• Software engineer
• Games designer 
• Machine learning engineer 
• Web designer

What skills can I develop?

Students will be developing skills for learning, working, and living in an increasingly digital world. The course will help them to develop creativity, logical thinking, independent learning, and self-evaluation through a range of practical programming tasks.

Further questions? Please contact Mr M Ahmed, if you require any further information. m.ahmed.scs@osborne.coop

Why study Drama?

Why should I choose this course?

When choosing Drama, you should be prepared to be open-minded and you will be expected to perform in front of your peers. Drama is an exciting, stimulating and challenging course and you will need to be self-motivated.

What will I study?

All work will be related to performing, creating and understanding specific types of theatre and performance. There is theory alongside practical work and this is often covered through a mixture of hands-on individual and group tasks. The course allows you to develop a range of skills in communication, creativity, group work, problem solving, understanding social and political issues.

Drama is about understanding what it is like to put yourself in somebody else’s shoes.  You will play many different parts in different imaginary situations.  You will have the opportunity to create your own work as well as look at plays written by other people.  You will need to write in detail about your examination work as part of your coursework. You must be a team player. Above all, you must be very motivated, willing to explore your creativity and willing to take risks.  

All work will be related to performing, creating and understanding specific types of theatre and performance. There is theory alongside practical work and this is often covered through a mixture of hands-on individual and group tasks. The theory aspect of the course will be assessed via a written examination at the end of the course. The course allows you to develop a range of skills in communication, creativity, group work, problem solving, understanding social and political issues.

How will I be assessed?  

You will also be assessed externally by a visiting examiner who will observe prepared performances.  This will take place within a group, so it is imperative that you recognise the importance of shared responsibility and working as a team.

Where can drama take me?

• Actor 
• Events manager 
• Screenwriter
• Digital marketer 
• Lightening technician 
• Set designer
• Dramatherapist 
• Live sound engineer 
• TV operator

What skills can I develop?

Drama helps to develop many skills: acting builds confidence and the ability to work in a team; directing gives you organisational and management skills.

Further questions? Please contact Mr L Brown, Head of Creative Arts Faculty, if you require any further information.  l.brown.scs@osborne.coop 

 

Why study Film Studies?

Why should I choose this course?

Would you like to explore: Developments in US Film? Global Film? Film Production? Would you like to be able to: Analyse a range of films?

Explore film techniques such as cinematography, mise en scene? Identify how film is created and constructed? Analyse film in relation to narrative, representation and aesthetics? Shoot and edit your own opening film sequence?

If so, Film Studies could be for you. Film plays an important role in our society. It provides us with a diverse and interesting “look” at the world, gratifying us on many levels through the construction of the narrative. Evoking a multitude of feelings and responses. It can challenge us, entertain us, make us question what we see.

What will I study?

This course offers students opportunities to develop an understanding of film through key concepts which you will explore, such as: Codes and conventions of film; Genre and narrative; Mise en scene; Cinematography; Context; Aesthetics; Representation; Use industry standard IT software (iMovie or Final cut).

How will I be assessed?  

Students are required to submit:

• A Film Production Assessment plus evaluation (30%)
• Two written examination papers on Developments in US Film (35%) and Global Film  (35%) covered in the last year.

Film Studies is an exciting and challenging subject which can lead to further study in either academic or vocational areas. As a subject it complements further study in English literature, Psychology, Sociology, Art, Drama, and IT

Where can film studies take me?

• Broadcast presenter 
• Location manager 
• Public relations officer
• Events manager  
• Lightening technician 
• Special effects technician
• Film director  
• Marketing assistant 
• TV camera operator

What skills can it give me?

You will develop a broad range of skills in critical analysis, research and communication, developing the ability to effectively articulate an opinion. The course will also support you to develop the important skill of responding creatively to ideas and tailoring your writing to suit different audiences.

Further questions? Please contact Mrs Law, Assistant Head Teacher, if you require any further information.  h.law.scs@osborne.coop 

 

Why study Media Studies?

Why should I choose this course?

Media Studies is a contemporary and interactive subject which encourages students to develop, their creative, analytical, research, and communication skills. 

Media coverage will include; newspapers, magazines, radio, marketing and advertising, film, video games, television, the music industry and online and social participatory media.

What will I study?  

GCSE Media Students will explore the theoretical framework, historical, social and political context and how it is received by the intended target audience.

Students will be introduced to the four areas of the theoretical framework: Language, Industry, Audience and Representation. They will apply this theoretical framework to the close study products and be introduced to their NEA (non-exam assessment).

How will I be assessed?  

Media Paper 1 (35 %): This paper is divided into two sections. Section A: Media Language and Representations  and Section B: Audience  and Industry. 84 marks.

Media Paper 2 (35 % ): This paper is divided into two sections. Section A is  focussed on a live screening of one of the television close study products and an extended writing question with relation to all four areas of the theoretical framework. Section B can be questions based on any of the case studies taught with in depth answers being able to reference all four areas again. 84 marks.

NEA (30%): Non-exam assessment. Pupils will produce their own media product based on the brief released by AQA in Year 10. 60 marks.

Where can media studies take me?

• Advertising copywriter 
• Media researcher 
• Video editor
• Computer games developer 
• Stagehand  
• Vlogger
• Events manager 
• TV Production runner 
• Web designer

What skills will I develop?

Pupils will gain the tools to analyse and critique the media affords them the chance to see the ways in which the media pervades their lives.

Further questions? Please contact Mrs C Curran, if you require any further information. c.curran.scs@osborne.coop

What Will I Study?

Physical Education as a GCSE Course will be assessed through both practical assessment and written examination on the following objectives:

• Perform effectively under applied conditions in your selected activities, using tactics or compositional techniques, and observing the rules and conventions of your activities
• Show knowledge and understanding of the topics of applied anatomy and physiology, movement analysis, physical training and use of data
• Show knowledge and understanding of topics of health, fitness and well -being, sport psychology and socio -cultural influences.

Pupils will be taught through a combination of theory and practical lessons.

How Will I Be Assessed?

The course is split into four components:

Component 1 (36%): Fitness and body systems: A written examination. Duration 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Component 2 (24%): Health and performance: A written examination. Duration 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Component 3 (30%): Practical performance: Three areas of performance as a performer. 35 marks per activity.

Component 4 (10%) Personal Exercise Programme (PEP) This includes planning, performing and evaluating a personal exercise plan. In addition, pupils will analyse performance in a chosen sport. 20 marks.

Where can PE take me?

• PE A Level
• Sport and exercise Level 3 Personal training Diploma
• Healthcare science T level
• Community sport and health officer
• Leisure duty manager
• Media Production Assistant
• Athlete
• Events manager
• Physiotherapist
• Sports agent

What Skill Will I Develop?

You will become an independent learner who needs to meet deadlines and have a passion for physical education and sport. You will be competing and participating in at least 3 sports including 1 individual activity.

Why study Psychology?

Why should I choose this course?

Psychology is the study of the mind.  Are you interested in finding out why people behave the way they do?  Choosing this course will help you to understand what motivates individuals to behave in a particular way.  It is a subject that is relevant to everyday life and is very popular with students. 
 

Areas of study

Criminal Psychology

Why do people become criminals? Are individuals genetically programmed to be criminal or do they learn anti-social behaviours from their role models and environment?

Development

How do children develop the ability to learn, think, speak and behave? Do all children develop at the same rate and in the same way? Does a child’s rate of development impact their ability to learn?

Psychological Problems

Explore the prevalence of mental health problems and the changes in attitude towards mental health. 

Social Influence

Why do people conform? Why are there differences in individual behaviour and crowd behaviour? Do people obey because they are naturally obedient or is it because of the influence of authority figures? Can crowd behaviour be changed by minority influence?

Memory

How do our memories work? What is amnesia and its causes? How much information can we hold in our short-term memory? What about long-term memory?

Sleep and Dreaming

What are the functions and benefits of sleep? What does the sleep cycle look like and what causes sleep disorders such as insomnia? Why do we dream?
 

How will I be assessed?  

100% Exam

Where can psychology take me?

• Careers advisor 
• Education welfare officer 
• Life coach
• Clinical psychologist  
• Family mediator 
• Sport psychologist
• Counsellor 
• Human resources manager 
• Teacher
   

What skills will I develop?

Student will build a wide range of transferable skills that aid your personal and career development. These include; critical thinking, applying logic and reason to non-quantifiable studies, problem solving and applying logic and reason to non-quantifiable studies.
 

Further questions? Please contact Mrs L Irvine, Head of Psychology, if you require any further information. l.irvine.scs@osborne.coop

Why study Religious Studies?

Why should I choose this course?

The new Religious Studies course has been developed to give students a broad view of different moral and ethical issues and a varied range of  information in relation to religions, beliefs and teachings.

What will I study?

This course has been developed to:

• Challenge students to form opinions, express ideas, and ask questions about beliefs, values, meaning, purpose, and truth, enabling students to develop their own attitudes towards religious issues.
• Enable students to gain an appreciation of how religion, philosophy, and ethical issues form the basis of our culture.
• Give students the ability to work with abstract ideas and give their own interpretations.
• Develop research and leadership skills.
   

How will I be assessed?  

This course is 100% examination, there is no course work element.

Paper 1 - The study of religions: beliefs, teachings and practices (50%)

• Two separate religions are explored in depth and philosophical ideas examined and discussed. Christian and Buddhist beliefs and practices.

 Paper 2 - Thematic studies (50%)

All pupils will have the opportunity to cover a variety of themes that include:

Theme A - Relationships & family

Theme B - Religion & Life

Theme D - Religion peace & Conflict

Theme E - Religion crime & Punishment

Each exam is 1 hour 45 minutes long and equally weighted.

Where can religious studies take me?

• Author 
• Diplomat 
• Journalist
• Charity coordinator 
• Foreign service 
• Mediator
• Community developer  
• International aid worker 
• Researcher

What skills will I develop?

You will also gain an appreciation of how religion, philosophy and ethics form the basis of our culture. You will develop analytical and critical thinking skills, the ability to work with abstract ideas, leadership and research skills.

Further questions? Please contact Mrs H Law if you require any further information.  h.law.scs@osborne.coop

Why study Sociology?

Why should I choose this course?

Sociology is a subject that is relevant to every student from every walk of life because it deals with subjects such as immigration, racism, sexuality, domestic abuse to name but a few. Students learn about how they view the world and they also investigate stereotypes. Sociology will deepen their understanding of the world around them in a critical way.
 

Areas of study

What sort of questions will I be asked in Sociology?

• What is society?
• What happens when children are brought up with animals?
• Why does violence happen? Where does violence happen?
• Are men and women naturally different?
• Are there still clearly defined social classes?
• Why are men more criminal than women?
• How has fertility and our expectations of life changed?

What sort of person would enjoy this course?

• You need to be open minded, critical, sceptical and interested in why people behave in the way that they do.  You also need to be proficient at English as the subject is very essay based.
   

How will I be assessed?  

100% Exam
 

Where will sociology take me?

• Care worker 
• Housing officer 
• Residential support worker
• Childminder 
• Learning mentor 
• Social worker
• Family mediator 
• Media researcher 
• Welfare rights worker
   

What skills will I develop?

Through sociology you will be encouraged to critically analyse the nature and source of information and to base judgements and arguments on evidence.  Sociology will reflect upon your own experience of the social world in which you live and enable you to play informed roles within the community.
 

Further questions? Please contact Miss J Mead, Head of Sociology, if you require any further information.  j.mead.scs@osborne.coop 

Why study Statistics?

Why should I choose this course?

The world is awash with data. It is estimated that 2.5×10^18 bytes of data are created every day, with economies increasingly being data dependent and using data-intensive technologies. This course will give you the ability to make sense of data as an essential skill for working life and full citizenship in a modern society.

What will I study?

• The use of statistical techniques in a variety of authentic investigations, using real-world data in contexts such as, but not limited to, populations, climate, sales etc.
• Identifying trends through carrying out appropriate calculations and data visualisation techniques.
• Critically evaluating data, calculations and evaluations that would be commonly encountered in their studies and in everyday life.
• Understanding how technology has enabled the collection, visualisation and analysis of large quantities of data to inform decision-making processes in public, commercial and academic sectors.
• Understand ways that data can be organised, processed and presented, including statistical measures to compare data and understanding the advantages of using technology to automate processing. 
   

How will I be assessed?  

This course is externally assessed. You will sit two 1.5 hour examinations.
 

Where can statistics take me?

• Actuary 
• Data scientists 
• Machine learning engineer
• Biostatistician 
• Geneticist 
• Market analyst
• Business analyst 
• Investment analyst 
• Meteorologist
   

What skills will I develop?

Perhaps one of the most versatile areas of maths, it gives students the skills to collect, analyse, interpret and present data.
 

Further questions?  Please contact Mr D Le Roux,if you require any further information.  d.leroux.scs@osborne.coop

Why study Triple Science?

Why should I choose this course?

Alongside the core teaching of Science, the Triple Science option offers a broader and deeper Science curriculum for pupils to study. Pupils selecting Triple Science as an option will be given the opportunity to explore Science topics that explain the very foundations of current and future technology and gain an appreciation of how complex and diverse the natural world is. From a greater understanding of the atomic building blocks of the universe to the vastness of space, the completion of our Triple Science curriculum will provide an excellent starting point for further study in any Science subject beyond GCSE and promote a sense of wonder and interest in our world and beyond. 
 

What will I study?

The extra Science content will fit seamlessly into your usual core Science lessons. Examples of the extra content that will be covered are:

• Astronomy
• Organic Chemistry (the study of carbon-based chemicals, such as oil and alcohol)
• Advanced Genetics
   

How will I be assessed?  

• There are six terminal assessments each consisting of a 1 hour and 45 minutes exam, these are externally marked.
• 20% of each examination will be assessed on practical skills gained over the course.
• There will be tiered papers. Foundation tier will target grades 1 – 5 and higher will target grades 4 – 9.
• There is no coursework component in this course.
• All students taking triple science as an option will gain three GCSEs in science: one for each Biology, Chemistry and Physics. This is an extra GCSE compared to the more common Combined Science Award, which offers two GCSEs as an amalgamation of the three Science subjects.
   

Where will triple science take me?

• Aerospace engineer 
• Cyber intelligence officer   
• Marine biologist
• Anaesthetist  
• Environmental scientist 
• Scientific researcher
• Archaeologist 
• Geologist  
• Science teacher
   

What skills will I develop?

As science is a very hands-on subject, it teaches and strengthens research, observation and analysing skills through conducing experiments and forming conclusions, and this encourages the brain to think independently and outside the box.
 

Further questions? Please contact Mr M Dennis, Head of Science, if you require any further information. m.dennis.scs@osborne.coop

What Will I Study?

Pupils will investigate art and design through researching a range of practitioners, using primary and secondary sources. They will develop their understanding of art and design practice through investigation and experimentation.

Pupils will explore art and design through; materials, techniques and processes, whilst developing knowledge of the formal elements, e.g. line, tone, shape, form, pattern, texture, colour, space. They will be introduced to the design principles: balance, emphasis, movement, pattern, repetition, proportion, variety and learn about these in more depth. pupils will learn how to generate ideas and visually communicate these.

Pupils present work in a portfolio, where they develop art skills such as drawing and painting, however the BTEC option offers pupils a chance to work with 3D models, product making, graphics and fashion if pupils choose to.

How Will I Be Assessed?

Component 1-Creative Practise in Art and Design. This is a non exam internal assessment set by Pearson, which will be completed in school time over 20 hours of supervised assessment.

Component 2- Responding to a Brief. This is an externally set assignment, pupils will be given a brief to which they respond with art or design work and produce a portfolio. The supervised assessment is a maximum of 20 hours and can be arranged over a number of sessions in a 12-week period timetabled by Pearson.

Where Can Art Take Me?

• Art A Level
• Creative Design T levels
• Art and Design Diploma
• Community Arts
• Administration
• Creative Digital Design
• Fashion Designer
• Illustrator
• Graphic Designer

What Skills Will I Develop?

This qualification will give you creative thinking and problem solving skills in real life contexts. The course will develop practical art skills alongside learning how these skills are used by people in creative industries.

Why study Child Development?

Why should I choose this course?

This qualification is for pupils who wish to develop applied knowledge and practical skills in child development. It is designed with both practical and theoretical elements, which will prepare students for further qualifications and work with children.
 

What will I study?

Students will develop the essential knowledge and understanding in child development, covering reproduction, parental responsibility, antenatal care, birth, postnatal checks, postnatal provision, conditions for development, childhood illnesses and child safety.

Students will gain knowledge of the equipment needs of babies and young children and an understanding of the factors to be considered when choosing appropriate equipment to meet all of these needs. This topic will also cover nutrition and hygiene practices and students will be given the opportunity to investigate feeding solutions, comparing these to nutritional requirements and evaluating the outcomes.

Students will gain an understanding of the development norms from birth to five years and the stages and benefits of play. Students will observe development norms in children up to the age of five. There will also be opportunities for researching, planning and carrying out activities with a child and observing and evaluating these activities.
 

How will I be assessed?  

40% of your course will be assessed internally through coursework.

60% of your course will be examined externally through a final 1.5 hour exam.
 

Where will child development take me?

• Health visitor 
• Nursery assistant 
• Play therapist 
• LSA 
• Nursery manager   
• Primary school teacher
• Midwife 
• Paediatrician  
• Sports coach
   

What skills will I develop?

Students will be supported to develop their people, communication, planning and team-working skills by having the opportunity to work with parents and children to widen their understanding of child development.
 

Further questions? Please contact Mrs Jellicoe Head of Child Development, if you require any further information. a.jellicoe.scs@osborne.coop

What Will I Study?

This course allows pupils to gain a broad knowledge and understanding of the Construction industry and the Built Environment.

Unit 1: Introduction to the Built Environment (completed by all pupils)
• Be introduced to the principles of the built environment
• Explore a range of professional and trade roles
• Explore some of the different structures and buildings of the built environment

Unit 2: Designing the Built Environment (option 1) This unit will offer you the opportunity to interpret and produce drafts, drawings, and models of design plans.

Unit 3: Constructing the Built Environment (option 2) You will study three construction trade areas of the built environment, (for example joinery, Electrics, plumbing or bricklaying) including planning, undertaking and evaluating construction tasks.

How Will I Be Assessed?

This qualification is made up of one mandatory unit, which all pupils will need to complete, where they will learn all about Construction and the Built Environment in preparation for an exam that takes place at the end of year 11 (40% of the overall grade).

Pupils will then have the opportunity to build and refine their practical skills in preparation for studying either Unit 2 or Unit 3 (60% of the overall grade).

This is marked internally and moderated externally.

At the end of the course the pupils will be awarded a Level 1/2 Pass, Merit, Distinction, or Distinction*

Where Can Construction Take Me?

• Electrical installation
• Engineering (craft) Diploma
• On site construction T level
• Advanced carpentry and joinery
• Furniture manufacturer
• Civil engineering technician
• Structural Engineer
• Property Developer
• Project Surveyor
• Site Manager

What Skills Will I Develop?

• Communication
• Critical thinking
• Independent learning
• Design and drawing skills
• Practical workshop skills
• Time management

What Will I Study?

Pupils will develop their knowledge of the different aspects of the engineering world to ensure that understand how products are made; from material extraction, the design process and manufacture, to final product

The Key areas of study include:
• Engineering disciplines
• Applied science and mathematics in engineering
• Reading engineering drawings
• Properties, characteristics and selection of engineering materials
• Engineering tools, equipment and machines
• Hand drawn engineering drawings
• Computer aided design (CAD) engineering drawings
• Production planning techniques Content area
• Applied processing skills and techniques

How Will I Be Assessed?

The first part of the qualification comprises a written exam of 90 minutes, a mix of multiple choice, short answer and extended response questions, marked out of 80. The assessment is set and marked externally. This represents 40% of the technical award.

The second part is assessed through a synoptic project which pupils undertake when all the teaching content has been delivered. It is set by NCFE and graded internally. This part represents 60% of the technical award. At the end of the course the pupils will be awarded a Level 1/2 Pass, Merit, Distinction, or Distinction*

Where Can Engineering Take Me?

• Engineering (craft) Diploma
• Manufacturing and processes T level
• Military engineering technician
• Engineering fitter
• Civil engineering technician
• Aerospace engineer
• Biomedical engineer
• Electrical engineer
• Mechanical engineer

What Skills Can I Develop?

• Communication
• Critical thinking
• Independent learning
• Design and drawing skills
• Practical workshop skills
• Technical problem solving skills
• Time management

Why study Hospitality & Catering?

Why should I choose this course?

You will develop the knowledge and understanding related to a range of hospitality and catering providers; how they operate and what they have to take into account to be successful in this industry.
 

What will I study?

• Importance of nutrition when planning meals.
• The environment in which hospitality and catering providers operate.
• Health and safety.
• Job requirements within the industry.
• Factors which affect the success of a hospitality and catering provider.
• Kitchen planning.
• Customer requirements.
• Risk Assessment.
• Role of the Environmental Health Officer.
• Techniques of cooking different commodities (poultry, meat, fish, eggs, dairy products, cereals, vegetables fruit and soya products).
• Food presentation.

 

How will I be assessed?  

Unit 1: The Hospitality and Catering Industry will be externally assessed with an online examination that lasts 90 minutes. You will be graded as follows:

Grading: Level 1 Pass,  Level 2 Pass,  Level 2 Merit,  Level 2 Distinction

Unit 2: Hospitality and Catering in Action This involves a piece of controlled assessment in school under examination conditions. You will have to safely plan, prepare and cook a meal to meet the brief set.
 

Where can hospitality and catering take me?

• Baker 
• Food scientist  
• Nutritionist
• Catering manager 
• Hotel manager  
• Packing technologist 
• Chef 
• Meat process worker 
• Party planner
   

Where can hospitality and catering take me?

Variety of cooking skills, food presentation, communication, teamwork.
 

Further questions? Please contact Mrs T Warren, Head of Food and Cooking, if you require any further information.  t.warren.scs@osborne.coop

What will I study?

Digital Information Technology (603/7050/6) is for learners who want to acquire sector specific applied knowledge and skills through vocational contexts by studying project planning, data management, data interpretation, data presentation and data protection
as part of their Key Stage 4 learning.

This qualification gives learners the opportunity to develop sector-specific applied
knowledge and skills through realistic vocational contexts. The main focus is on four
areas of equal importance, which cover the:

• Development of key skills that prove your aptitude in digital information technology, such as project planning, designing and creating user interfaces and dashboards as a way to present and interpret data
• Process that underpins effective ways of working in digital information technology, such as project planning, the iterative design process, cyber security, virtual teams, legal and ethical codes of conduct
• Attitudes that are considered most important in digital information technology, including personal management and communication
• Knowledge that underpins effective use of skills, process and attitudes in the sector such as how different user interfaces meet user needs, how organisations collect and use data to make decisions, virtual workplaces, cyber security and legal and ethical issues. This Tech Award complements the learning in GCSE programmes such as GCSE Computer Science. It is an introduction to the application of project planning techniques to plan, design and develop a user interface, how to collect, present and interpret data and the use of digital systems.

Where can digital information technology take me?

• Application data analyst
• IT consultant
• Network engineer
• Cyber security analyst
• IT support
• Software engineer
• Games designer
• Machine learning engineer
• Web designer

What skills will I develop?

Student will have an opportunity for reflective practice through the development of
skills and techniques that allow learners to respond to feedback and to identify areas for improvement.
 

Why study Music?

Why should I choose this course?

The music industry is constantly evolving. Over the last fifty years it has developed, innovated and re-invented how the world hears and experiences music. Music and the creation of music technology is one of the expanding areas within the industry. The use of technology is now an integral and fundamental part of a musician’s expected knowledge which is why we are now offering students the opportunity to study music at St. Clere’s.
 

What will I study?

Students will study 4 different units over the course.

• Digital Audio Workstation.
• Create your own piece of music.
• Sound Creation (Music and other forms of Media like TV and Film)
• Recording Studio        
   

How will I be assessed?  

60% (internally) - There are four units each worth 15%.

40% (externally) - Two exams. A written exam worth 15% based on all four units of work studied. A practical task to be completed using the music software pupils have learnt to use during the course.

The overall course is awarded with a Pass, Merit, Distinction or distinction.
 

Where can music take me?

• Acoustic engineer 
• Events manager 
• Singing teacher
• Audiologist 
• Music therapist   
• Studio sound engineer
• Broadcast engineer 
• Radio broadcaster 
• Teacher
   

What skills will I develop?

Students will develop critical thinking and independent decision- making skills. Increasing their appreciation and critical understanding of the music industry.   Student will be encouraged to creative and use their skills to develop and create music that is unique to their abilities, interests and styles of music.
 

Further questions? Please contact Miss F Squire, Head of Music, if you require any further information. f.squire.scs@osborne.coop

Why study BTEC Sport?

Why should I choose this course?

This course has been developed to: 

• Encourage personal development through practical participation and performance in a range of sports and exercise activities. 
• Give learners a wider understanding and appreciation of health-related fitness, sports and exercise through a selection of optional specialist units.
• Encourage learners to develop their people, communication, planning and team-working skills by having the opportunity to select from optional units available in the qualification structure. 
• Provide education and training for sport, leisure and recreation employees. 
• Give learners the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in working life.
   

What do I need to know, or be able to do, before taking this course?

This course is suited to learners who have a keen interest in both the theory and practical element of sport. In order to achieve the best grades at BTEC pupils need to maintain a high level of motivation towards the subject and be very organised to keep up to date with the coursework.
 

What is expected of me?

The Physical Education Department has high expectations of all students. In addition to the school expectations, the Department expects every student to complete all coursework deadlines and attend extra revision and intervention sessions when required.
 

How will I be assessed?  

This course is 75% coursework based with an element of examination which equates to 25%. All pupils will have the opportunity to cover a variety of topics linked with sport including leadership, fitness and performance. This is equivalent to 1 GCSE over the two  year course. This will be awarded by Pass (C) Merit (B) Distinction (A)  and Distinction* (A*)

You can go onto study level 3 PE qualifications. This can lead to Higher Education in which students may study Sport Sciences or Physical Education.
 

Where will BTEC Sport take me?

• Athlete 
• Outdoor activities instructor  
• Sport Psychologist
• Coach 
• Personal Trainer     
• Sports Journalist
• Leisure centre manager 
• Physiotherapist 
• Teacher
   

What skills will I develop?

Students will be supported to develop their people, communication, planning and team-working skills by having the opportunity to select from optional units available in the qualification structure. 
 

Further questions? Please contact Miss H Saywood, Head of Physical Education, if you require any further information. h.saywood.scs@osborne.coop