Sixth Form Course Booklet 2013 - Bromsgrove School

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A2 LEVEL F663 Drama and poetry pre- 1800 F664 Texts in Time The study of Shakespeare is a key focus as is the study of a heritage literary text, involving critical analysis of structure, form, meaning and consideration of others’ interpretations. Candidates are encouraged to compare and contrast texts written between 1300 and 1800. This unit allows learners to fully develop their research skills and synthesise their knowledge and understanding in an extended individual study of literary texts across genres. It gives candidates an appreciation of the cultural and contextual influences upon readers and writers and the ways in which texts relates to literary traditions, movements and genres. Assessment and weighting 2 hour exam A Level 30% Coursework A Level 20% English complements all other A level subjects. APPROPRIATE SUBJECTS TO ACCOMPANY ENGLISH CAREER OPPORTUNITIES English is welcomed as a qualification for many careers, but is relevant to any with a strong element of written communication, such as journalism, law or business management. Careers in the arts, including performance arts or arts administration, are also popular destinations for those studying English, as are teaching, lecturing or writing. For more information contact Mrs K C Linehan 61
GEOGRAPHY WHY STUDY GEOGRAPHY? 1. To become better informed about a wide range of relevant global environmental issues. 2. To extend literacy, numeracy and graphicacy skills. 3. To understand in depth the reasons for spatial variations in the quality of life. AIMS OF THE COURSE To develop an understanding of the inter-relationships between people and their environments; to appreciate the dynamic nature of geography, in particular how people respond to the unpredictability of natural events; to understand how human activity can affect natural processes. SKILLS NEEDED FOR AND DEVELOPED IN THE COURSE A keen interest in and enthusiasm for geography; an ability to work independently and in groups; the self-discipline to be able to complete a fieldwork investigation. All Lower Sixth geographers must attend a residential field course which is held over the first weekend of the October half-term (Friday – Monday evening) at Betws-y-Coed in North Wales. REQUIREMENTS FOR STARTING THE COURSE A minimum of a grade B in GCSE Geography as well as at least a B grade in both GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics. Course followed: Geography Examination Board: AQA CONTENT OF THE COURSE UNITS Unit 1: AS Unit 2: AS Unit 3: A2 Unit 4B: A2 Physical and Human Geography Rivers, floods and management – The study of river processes and management. Coastal environments – The study of coastal processes and management. Population change – The investigation of contemporary issues, such as ageing populations. Energy issues –The study of conflicts over energy supply, sustainable energy and conservation. Applied Geography A geographical skills paper based on the content of unit 1. Skills include: investigative, cartographic, graphical, ICT and statistical. Contemporary Geographical Issues Plate tectonics and associated hazards – The study of volcanoes, earthquakes and tsunamis. Ecosystems: challenge and change – The study of local and global ecosystems. World cities – The study of decline and regeneration within urban areas. Development and globalisation – The study of development issues, patterns and processes. Geographical Issue Evaluation The analysis, synthesis and evaluation of geographical information which extends from the specification content. An advanced information booklet is pre-released 2 months prior to the examination. 62
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R E G I BROMSGROVE SCHOOL The Sixth
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The A level/BTEC programme The Sixt
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