Sixth Form Course Guide 2013-14 - The Purbeck School

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Leisure Studies Leisure Studies is an opportunity for pupils to gain knowledge of the leisure industry. We cover a large number of leisure organisations, looking at the dynamic and diverse aspects of the industry. How it provides employment, income and jobs, and because of its size, how it contributes to our national economy as well as to our lifestyles. It also provides the opportunity for a work based placement to have first-hand knowledge of customer service and all aspects of running a business. There is also an educational trip to Thorpe Park to see how they run as a business and maintain such a large customer base. Summary of course content You can achieve an AS and an A level in Leisure Studies, and both are divided in a similar way. There are three units, two of which in each of year 12 and year 13 are coursework based and the other two are examination units. The coursework topics are ‘The Leisure Industry Today’ and ‘The Leisure Customer’ in Year 12. This entails looking into the workings and success of the Leisure Industry and how it affects the overall growth of the country, and how the customer is responsible for the success of the industry and how companies focus on them. In Year 13 the coursework unit is largely student centred, running a leisure related event and an individual project of their chosen title. The two examination units are generally business based. In Year 13 there is an opportunity in one of the coursework units to do an individual project of your chosen topic. Where the course leads The course can lead into university, leisure related jobs or generally used in the work place. Many transferrable skills and a knowledge is gained which will be of benefit in any work place. Entry requirements 5 Grades C’s at GCSE to include English and Mathematics. For further advice contact: Mrs Humphreys and Mr Kangley
Why study this subject? Photography BTEC Level 3 This lens based course is about communicating creative ideas and observations. Both digital and analogue technologies are explored to provide students with a wide variety of learning opportunities and ensure a broad base of understanding. The aims of the specialist units are to extend learners’ creative and technical skills. Students will investigate different approaches to manipulating photographic materials, processes and procedures. Research into the work of professional practitioners underpins each unit and enables students to develop their understanding of contemporary and historical approaches as well as to inspire and inform their own studies The specialist units covered in this programme will begin to prepare students with the skills required to develop careers within photography and related industries, as well as provide a pathway into Higher Education to further their studies. Summary of course content Students will need to successfully complete three specialist units at AS level and three specialist units at A2. Where the course leads Local job opportunities can be taken on successful completion of this course. This can involve local retail and entry level employment in the photography industry. The course acts as an initial step into the wide and expanding range of art and design activities and opportunities. This could lead to a career (including where required further study at BA, MA and PhD level), in any area of art and design: graphic design, illustration, fine art, fashion, textiles, 3D design, interior design, animation, art history, digital media, curatorship, art journalism, teaching etc. The scope for potential career destinations within the world of art and design Photography is virtually unlimited. Entry requirements You will need to demonstrate a strong commitment and interest in Photography. A basic understanding of Photography and some previous experience / practice is desirable. Students must seek further advice from the specialist staff before enrolling and be interviewed prior to being accepted on the course. Exam board: Edexcel For further advice contact: Mrs Richardson
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