F6 front cover June 09 - High School of Dundee

Form 6 CurriculumIntroductionThe F6 experience should be a rewarding, fulfilling and, above all, enjoyable finalyear at the High School of Dundee. F6 are expected to be responsible for themselvesand others. In return, the school regards them as young adults able to actindependently and co-operatively. As ambassadors for the school they are one of itsmost valued assets and along with this comes a range of expectations and privileges.F6 are expected to involve themselves in three central areas: an individual course of academic study personal development and enrichment service (to the school and the wider community).Academic studyThis will vary according to the level of study. Subject choice must take account of theentry requirements made by Higher or Further Education institutions or employers.Individual pupils’ aims should be realistic and achievable.The choice of subjects and the level of study should also demonstrate progressionand, wherever possible, breadth and enrichment.Progression is normally achieved by attempting at least one subject atAdvanced Higher level in F6.Breadth is achieved by starting one new subject at either Intermediate 2 orHigher level and perhaps by following one of the additional National Unitcourses.Enrichment; this comes after a period of consultation with both staff andpupils. However, the extent to which this will operate will greatly depend onthe flexibility of the final timetable and on staff availability.Pupils who have achieved mainly A passes at Higher in F5 will normally be expectedto pursue two or three Advanced Highers together with one subject at Higher andperhaps one subject at a lower level. Some pupils, who may be advised not toattempt an Advanced Higher, should study a minimum of three subjects at Higherand one at a lower level.Form 6 Subject ChoiceMarch 20121