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A Home Within a School“You did not pick the names of local town lands or of colours. Instead you picked Faith, Courage, Peace, Grace and Hope. That speaks of the values and ideals that the school wants to hand on to its young people. In a world of very fragile heroes, you invite them to dream of doing beautiful things with their lives and you oer them the vocabulary which will support them in that.” - Bishop Donal McKeownNovember 22nd 2016 saw the launch of our school House System. The aim of the House System is to further build on the eective relationships across the school and to have each pupil be part of a ‘House Family’.Every pupil is placed with their Form Teacher in one of ve Houses; Courage, Faith, Grace, Hope and Peace. Houses are identiable by their ties, and each house competes each term to collect the most house points to win a treat for the entire house. Treats could include a house breakfast or a movie afternoon. Points are awarded for kindness, good deeds, manners, participation in after school activities and for representing the school.
WelcomeDear Student, At St Cecilia’s we provide a Sixth Form for success for over 200 students. We aim to foster, challenge and inspire you so that you can exceed your own expectations. This is cultivated through the excellent learning and teaching styles that are adopted in the College.In an environment of mutual appreciation and independent learning, you will have the opportunity to work in a climate which encourages high aspirations, develops independent thought and achieves outstanding results for all.At Post-16 you will undertake a whole new learning programme of study. You will be able to avail of a diverse range of subjects taught in both St Cecilia’s as well as in partner schools across the Foyle Learning Community.The partnerships that we have developed with other schools and with the local community will ensure that you are provided with a wealth of knowledge and real life experiences. These are essential to help in your transfer to life beyond the College.We strive to ensure that you will all leave the College with transferable skills as well as with an educational experience which encourages you to ‘Aspire, Endeavour and Achieve’. Mrs Martine Mulhern Principal
Dear StudentWe are delighted that you are interested in entering our Sixth Form. As you will see in this prospectus, we oer a wide range of courses and opportunities.St. Cecilia’s College has high expectations of its Sixth Form students. We strive to motivate our students to achieve the very best. Every subject teacher and sixth form tutor endeavour for each student to achieve their full potential.St. Cecilia’s College is part of the Foyle Learning Community and collaborates with other schools in the city to give each student the very best chance at the subjects they wish to pursue. Whilst we endeavour to provide as many subjects at post 16 we acknowledge that not all subjects can be accommodated. It is therefore important that you nd a programme of study that will suit your needs and career choices. We are very proud of our Sixth Form students who make a valuable contribution to our college and indeed to our wider community.It is important that you spend your time wisely deciding on your subject choices. We hope that the information contained in this prospectus will help you make the right decision for your future.Good luck with your choices and I look forward to seeing you all in September.Mrs Barber Senior Teacher
Dear StudentAs Head of Year in St. Cecilia’s, I can assure you that you have made the right decision to continue your studies at Key Stage 5 with us. We are a very inclusive school, and have a varied curriculum which meets the needs of all abilities. In conjunction with the Foyle Learning Community, every opportunity is available for you to ensure you will have access to a wide variety of subject choices. We are a “Caring School”, and as Pastoral Head, one of my main aims is to ensure that your experience here in sixth form is both a happy and worthwhile one, and that all your academic needs as well as your pastoral needs are met. We have endeavoured to ensure that all the relevant information you may need is in our prospectus, which includes details of the subjects oered, as well as our Enrichment Programme, e Pope John Paul Award, and much more. Please feel free to contact us if you need any further assistance.I really look forward to seeing you here in September, and I wish you every success in your GCSEs over the next few months.Mrs Ó Mianáin (Head of 6th Year) Dear Student,As Assistant Head of Year, it is a great privilege to be closely involved with these busy and vital transitional years between school and adult life.In the Sixth Form, our aim is to prepare you for the next stage of your life – whether it be further academic studies or starting a career. Whatever you go on to do, there are lots of opportunities available to you here in St. Cecilia’s College. I am the Foyle Learning Community link in school so I will ensure that you have access to a range of subjects if your particular subject is not oered here.As well as that, our aim is to assist in providing a friendly, supportive and creative environment where you will have every opportunity to develop your interests, passions and talents.ere is something for everyone in this school community. I wish you good luck in your forthcoming GCSE exams and I will see you in September.Mrs. Carlin (Assistant Head of Sixth Year)
Our Post-16 Curriculume majority of our Year 12 pupils return to Sixth Form to continue their studies. We oer a wide range of subjects to pursue both Vocational and Academic pathways. In order to ensure the best possible entitlement, for all our pupils, we have additional subjects taught in our partner schools within the Foyle Learning Community. Some of our current Year 13 and Year 14 pupils are availing of courses in:• Oakgrove Integrated College• Verbal Arts Centre• ornhill College• St Columb’s College• St Joseph’s Boy’s School• St Mary’s CollegeSubjects on oer at AS/Advanced Level and equivalent• Art & Design - Textile Design• Art & Design – Fine Art• Business Studies• Dance• Design & Technology• Digital Technology • Drama & eatre Studies• English Literature • French• Government & Politics • Geography • Health & Social Care, Extended Certicate • Health & Social Care• Health & Life Science • History • Hospitality • ICT – Cambridge Technicals • Irish • Journalism in the Media & Communication • Industry • Mathematics • Moving Image Arts• Music • Physical Education • Professional Services (Business Studies)• Religious Education • Spanish • Soware Systems Development • Travel & Tourism A number of these subjects are oered as part of the Foyle Learning Community.
Admissions CriteriaAdmission Criteria for entry into Sixth Form at St Cecilia’s College.ose students currently in Year 12 who wish to continue into Year 13 should have:• A minimum of 5 GCSE’s (including English and Maths) or equivalent at Grade C or above. • e ability to satisfy the entry requirements for each of their Advanced Level subjects. • A previous record which clearly indicates that high standards have been consistently met in the following areas:If it is considered necessary students will have to complete a satisfactory interview with the Head of Sixth Form and/ or a member of the Senior Leadership Team.Students wishing to enter Sixth Form will be prioritised according to points accumulated through a combination of their GCSE results and their record in each of the areas above.
Progression Routes from Sixth Form• Belfast Bible College • Bournemouth University • Central Lancashire University • Glasgow Caledonian University • John Moore’s University • Liverpool Hope University • Manchester Metropolitan • Newcastle University • North West Regional College • Northumbria University• BA Hons eology • BSc Hons Data Science and Analytics • BSc Hons Sociology and Criminology • BSc Hons Forensic Science and Criminal Investigation • BSs Hons International Events Management • BA Hons Sociology• BSc Hons Animal Behaviour• BSc Hons Forensic Anthropology • BA Hons Creative and Performing Arts• BSc Hons Psychology, Sport and Physical Edu-cation • BA Hons Primary Education QTS• BSc Hons Human Biosciences• BA Hons Fashion, Buying and Merchandising • BEng H Hons Engineering • BTEC Higher National Certicate Social and Community Work• Diploma in Health & Social Care• Diploma in Performing Arts• Foundation Degree Information, Technology and ICT • Foundation Degree International Hospitality• Foundation Degree International Travel and Tourism Management• Foundation Studies in Art and Design• Level 3 Child Learning and Development• Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health Science• Level 4 Healthcare Practice • BA Hons Humanities• BSc Hons Adult Nursing• BSc Hons Mental Health Nursing • BSc Hons Psychology• LLB Hons Law
Progression Routes from Sixth Form• Queens University Belfast • South West College • Staordshire University • Ulster University Belfast • Ulster University Jordanstown • Ulster University Magee • • • • University of Liverpool • University of Salford• LLB Hons Law • Civil Engineering • BSc Hons Youth work and eology • BA Hons Textile Art, Design and Fashion • BSc Hons Culinary Arts Management• BSc Hons Finance and Investment Management• BSc Hons Health and Social Care Policy• BA Hons Health and Social Care Policy • BA Hons Business with marketing• BSc Hons Accountancy with specialism• BSc Hons Adult Nursing• BSc Hons Social Work• BMus Hons Music• BSc Hons Mental Health Nursing • BA Hons Ancient History• BSc Hons Health and Social Care• LLB Hons Law with Politics • BA Hons Media Make-up for Fashion
Art & Design – Fine ArtExamining BoardEDEXCELEntry Qualications Fine Art: through the disciplines of painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, lens-based image making.Course StructureComponent 1 Personal Investigation 60%Component 2 Externally Set Assignment 40% Career OpportunitiesTeaching, Advertising, Photography, Architecture, Animation, Graphic Design, Jewellery Design, Fashion Design, eatre Set Design, Textiles, Interior Design, Film Production, Fine Art. Art & Design – Textile DesignExamining BoardEDEXCELEntry Qualications Textile Design: through the disciplines of textiles for interiors, ne art textiles,fashion textiles.Course StructureComponent 1 Personal Investigation 60%Component 2 Externally Set Assignment 40% Career OpportunitiesTeaching, Advertising, Photography, Architecture, Animation, Graphic Design, Jewellery Design, Fashion Design, eatre Set Design, Textiles, Interior Design, Film Production, Fine Art.
OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Certicate in Business Studies (05835)Entry requirements is qualication has been designedis qualication is suitable for learnersQualication structureAssessment method/ modelGradingExamination resitsRepeat submission of learners workere are no formal entry requirements for this qualication. It is |recommended that learners have, or are working towards, a grade 4/grade C or above in Maths and English GCSE.• For learners who are on a 16–19 study programme • To meet the Department for Education’s characteristics for an Applied General qualication. • Who want to gain a Level 3 qualication to support further study in Further Education (FE) or Higher Education (HE) in business-related programmes • Looking to gain a Level 3 qualication to support further study in FE or (HE) in any other sector or subject area Learners must achieve a total of 5 units consisting of 3 mandatory units and 2 optional units.Units 1, 2 and 3 are assessed by exam and marked by us. Your centre sta will internally assess the other units and we will moderate them. Examined units are graded Near-Pass, Pass, Merit and Distinction. Internally assessed units are graded Pass, Merit and Distinction. e qualication is graded Pass, Merit, Distinction, Distinction* Learners can re-sit an examined unit twice before they complete the qualication.If you and the learner feel they haven’t performed at their best during the assess-ment, the learner can, at your discretion, improve their work and resubmit it to you for assessment. You must follow our requirements on authenticity and feedback in Business Studies GCEExamining Board - CCEAEntry Qualications Grade B or above in English Language and MathematicsCourse StructureAS1 Introduction to Business (1.5 hour exam) 20%AS2 Growing the Business (1.5 hour exam) 20%A21 Strategic Decision Making (2 hour exam) 30%A22 Competitive Business Environment (2 hour exam) 30%AS and A2 module exams can be taken in JuneCareer OpportunitiesAccountancy, Law, Actuary, Advertising, Economist, Careers in Marketing, Insurance, Civil Service, Human Resource Ocer, Medical Practise Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Engineering, Systems Analyst.
OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Certicate in Business (360 GLH) For this qualication, learners must achieve ve units, three mandatory units and two units and two optional units. Key to units for this qualication: M = Mandatory Learners must achieve all these units O = Optional Learners must achieve two of these units E = External assessment We set and mark the exam I = Internal assessment You assess this and we moderate Unit no. Unit title Unit ref. no. (URN) How are they assessed? Guided learning hours (GLH) Mandatory or optional1 e business environment A/507/8148 E 120 M 2 Working in business F/507/8149 E 60 M 3 Business decisions T/507/8150 E 60 O 4 Customers and communication A/507/8151 I 60 M 5 Marketing and market research F/507/8152 I 60 O 8 Introduction to human resources R/507/8155 I 60 O 11 Accounting concepts H/507/8158 I 60 O 16 Principles of project management M/507/8163 I 60 O 17 Responsible business practices T/507/8164 I 60 O 19 International business A/507/8165 I 60 O 20 Business events F/507/8166 I 60 O 21 Being entrepreneurial – evaluating viable opportunities 1 J/507/8167 I 60 O To achieve this qualication there’s mandatory content that all learners must have successfully mastered. is content is shown in the table above by an M and it contributes 66.6% to the qualication grade.
Dance – Level 3 BTEC National Subsidiary DiplomaExamining BoardEDEXCELEntry Qualications Previous study at GCSE is not necessary but if not then you must be involved in Dance outside of school.Course Structure AS/A2Core Units Unit 7 Performing to an Audience 60 hours Unit 38 Dance Performance 60 Hours Specialist Unit Unit 45 Developing Contemporary Dance Technique 60 Hours Unit 41 Dance Improvisation 60 Hours Unit 39 Choreographic Principals 60 Hours Unit 43 Developing Classical Ballet Technique 60 Hours Unit 51 International dance 60 HoursCareer OpportunitiesPerformance, Teacher, Choreographer
Design & Technology GCEExamining BoardCCEAEntry Qualications: GCSE Technology and Design grade B or aboveGCE Technology and DesignCourse Structure AS/A2AS Units AS 1: Product Design and Systems and Control: Product Design 20% AS 2: Coursework – Product Development 20%A2 Units A2 1: Systems and Control and Product design 30% A2 2: Coursework – Product-System, Design and Manufacture 30%Career opportunities:Engineering, Architecture, Product design, Furniture design, Interior design, Jewellery design.
Drama & eatre Studies GCE Examining BoardEDEXCELEntry Qualications Desirable: GCSE Drama experience or GCSE English C or above.Course Structure Component 1 Devising – pupils devise and perform a piece of theatre 40% Component 2 Group performance from a performance text 20% Component 3 eatre makers in practise 40%Career OpportunitiesPerformance, Dramatist, Teaching, eatre Producer/Director, Set Designer, Stage Manager, Script- Writing, T.V, Community Work, Drama erapist.
English Literature A LevelExamination Board: CCEAe course is a 2 year course.Entry Requirements: A “B” grade in Paper 2 GCSE English Literature.Year 13 - Year 1 Unit AS 1: e Study of Poetry 1900 – Present and Drama 1900 –Present.Section 1 Poetry: e study of two poets. e poetry of Robert Frost and Seamus HeaneySection 2 Drama: e Study of one play: Brian Friel Translations OR Samuel Beckett Waiting for Godot OR Tenessee Williams: A Streetcar Named Desire OR Arthur Miller e CrucibleExternal written exam: 2 hours - 2 questions Unit AS 2: e Study of Prose Pre 1900e study of a novel: Nathaniel Hawthorne e Scarlet Letter OR Emily Bronte Wuthering HeightsExternal written exam. 1 hourYear 14 - Year 2Unit A2 1: Shakespearean Genres.e study of one Shakespeare play: Othello OR King Lear Or As You Like ItExternal Written Exam. 1 hour 30Unit A2 2: e Study of Poetry Pre 1900 and Unseen Poetrye study of a range of poetry by one poet: William Blake OR John Keats OR Emily Dickinson Preparation for an Unseen Poem.External written exam: 2 hoursA2 3: Internal Assessment.e study of two novels, one of which must be a twenty-rst century novel, along with another novel of a similar theme, in order to produce an essay or piece of coursework of not more than 2,500 words. Career OpportunitiesJournalism, Novelist, Editor, Poet, Scriptwriting.
French GCE Examining BoardCCEAEntry Qualications GCSE French B or above Course StructureAS 1: Speaking 30% of AS level 12% of A level AS 2: Listening, Reading and 40% of AS level Use of Language 16% of A level AS3: Extended Writing 30% of AS level 12% of A level AS: 40% of A Level 18% of A LevelA2 1: Speaking A2 2: Listening and Reading 24% of A LevelA2 3: Extended Writing 24% of A Level A2: 60% of A Level Career OpportunitiesTeaching, Youth and Community Work, Media, Journalism, Administration, Acting, Research, Translating, Publishing, Advertising, Interpreting
Geography GCEExamining Board - CCEA *100% exam basedEntry Qualications - GCSE Geography Grade BCourse StructureAS AS 1 Physical Geography 16% AS 2 Human Geography 16% AS 3 Fieldwork Skills and Techniques in Geograph 8%A2 A2 1 Physical Processes, Landforms & Management 24% A2 2 Processes & Issues in Human Geography 24% A2 3 Decision Making in Geography 12%Career OpportunitiesTeaching, Cartography, Housing Ocer, Town Planning, Retailer, Social Worker, Remote Sensing Analyst, Estate Agent, Environmental Consultant, Commercial/Residential Surveyor, GIS Ocer, Planning & Development Surveyor.Government & Politics GCEExamining BoardCCEAEntry Qualications GCSE English Language Grade C or above.Course StructureAS AS 1 e Government and Politics of Northern Ireland 16% AS 2 e British Political Process 24%A2 A2 1 Comparative Government USA or Republic of Ireland 35% A2 2 Political Power or Political Ideas 25%Career OpportunitiesLobbyist, Politician, Diplomat, Banker, Accountant, Civil Servant.
Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Certicate/ Diploma in Health and Social Care Single or Double AwardExamining Board OCR Cambridge Technical Entry QualicationsGCSE Health and Social Care is an advantageGCSE English grade C or aboveis qualication is 100% coursework.Course StructureStudents can study 6 units (single award) or 12 units (double award) over 2 years.Single Award: Eective communication in Health and Social Care Equality, diversity and rights in health and social care Health, safety and security in health and social care Development through the life stages Promoting Health Education Sociological perspectives for health and social care Psychological perspectives for health and social care Double Award: All of the above units are mandatory plus 5 other optional units including: Caring for Individuals with Additional Needs Nutritional Health Personal development in Health and Social Care Working in the health sector Research in Health and Social Care is qualication is equivalent in size to one/ two A Levels. Career OpportunitiesNursing, Social Work, Teaching, Childcare, Psychology, Nursery Education, Youth and CommunityWorker, Counselling, Welfare and Social Services, Administration in Health and Social Services, Research
Health and Social Care GCEExamining Board - CCEA Entry Qualications -GCSE English grade B or above Course StructureAS Level: Promoting Quality Care Communication in Health, Social Care and Early Years Settings Health and Well-BeingA2: Body Systems and Physiological Disorders Providing Services Health Promotion Career Opportunities:Nursing, Social Work, Teaching, Childcare, Psychology, Nursery Education, Youth and Community Work, Counselling, Welfare and Social Services, Administration in Health and Social Services, ResearchHistory GCEExamining BoardCCEAEntry Qualications GCSE English Language Grade B or above and GCSE History Grade C or above.Course Structure AS AS 1 Germany 1919-1945 20% AS 2 Russia 1903-1941 20% Specialist Unit A2 1 Clash of Ideologies in Europe 1900-2000 40% A2 2 Partition of Ireland 20%Career OpportunitiesArchaeologist, Teaching, Archivist, Museum Curator, Journalism, Publishing, the Arts, Accountancy , Broadcasting
BTEC National Subsidiary Diploma in Hospitality Examining BoardEDEXCELEntry Qualications Students must possess 5 GCSE Grades A-C to include English and Maths. Students should have a desire to learn about and work in the industry. is qualication is a business related course suitable for progressing to management. Pupils should display a good standard of interpersonal skills. Course Structure Core Units Unit 1 e Hospitality Industry Unit 2 Principles of Supervising Customer Service Unit 3 Providing Customer Service in Hospitality Choose 4 from below Unit 22 Planning and Managing a Hospitality Event Unit 19 Personal Selling and Promotional Skills Unit 12 Contemporary World Food Unit 10 European Food Unit 23 Accommodation operations in Hospitality Career OpportunitiesCaterer, Food Hygienist, Food Quality, Nutritionist, Dietician, Hospitality Management, Environmental Health Ocer, Business Management, Event Management.
Digital Technology GCEExamining BoardCCEAEntry Qualications GCSE ICT grade A, Mathematics & English Language – Grade B or aboveAS 1: Approaches to SystemsExternal written exam 1 hour 30 minsStudents answer short and extended question based on Approaches to Systems Development. 50% of AS level, 20% of A level.AS 2: Fundamentals of Digital Technology External written exam 1 hour 30 minsStudents answer short and extended question based on the Fundamentals of Digital Technology 50% of AS level, 20% of A level.A2 1: Information Systems External written exam 2 hours 30 minsStudents answer short and extended questions based on information systems 40% of A Level A2 2: Application Development (Case Study)Internal AssessmentStudents compile a portfolio showing evidence of the analysis, design, development, testing and evaluation of an application for a specied end user.20% of A Level Career OpportunitiesTeaching, Soware Engineer, Graphics Designer, Web Designer, Systems Analyst, Programmer.
ICT –OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in ICT Level IIIExamining BoardOCRis course carries the same UCAS points as all the other A Levels and is accepted by all the major universities including Queen’s University BelfastEntry Qualications GCSE ICT, Mathematics, English Language – Grade C or above or OCR Nationals in ICT – Merit or aboveCourse Structure AS Unit 1 Communication & Employability 16.7% Unit 27 Graphics 16.7% Unit 12 Web Design 16.7% A2 Unit 6 Animation 16.7% Unit 7 Digital Video 16.7% Unit 2 Information Systems 16.5% Career OpportunitiesTeaching, Soware Engineer, Graphics Designer, Web Designer, Systems Analyst, Programmer.
Irish GCEExamining BoardCCEAEntry Qualications GCSE Irish – Grade B or aboveCourse StructureAS 1: Speaking 30% of AS level 12% of A level AS 2: Listening, Reading and Use of Language 40% of AS level 16% of A level AS3: Extended Writing 30% of AS Level 12% of A Level AS: 40% of A Level AS 1: Speaking 18% of A level AS 2: Listening, Reading and Use of Language 24% of A level AS3: Extended Writing 18% of A Level A2: 60% of A Level Career OpportunitiesTeaching, Youth and Community Work, Media, Journalism, Administration, Acting, Research, Translating, Publishing, Advertising, Interpreting
GCE Journalism in the Media & Communication IndustryExamining BoardCCEA Entry Qualications GCSE English in grade B or above. An interest in writing and reading global current aairs and a passion for local, national and international news. Enroll on the VSJ’s Journalism course at the Verbal Arts Centre, to learn from industry led professional journalists and media producers. With access to our recording suite, lming equipment and Mac editing suite you will learn new skills, meet new people and have some fun in a new environment.Course StructureYear 1 What you will learn: You will learn about the development of industry and technology in print journalism and how it has aected the delivery of news. Studying media concepts and contexts, you will learn the language, forms and conven-tions of print journalism and acquire skill that will enable you to write journalistically. By studying the own-ership and institutions of print news and online broadcast news you will learn how this aects news values and the way in which we the audience receive the news.What you will create: For coursework, each student will produce a portfolio consisting of 5 self-chosen pieces for a personally cra-ed newspaper or magazine. You will use Publisher and InDesign soware to produce a news story, feature story, review, photo montage and an editorial piece on subjects of your choosing. By learning the skills and practices it takes to conduct interviews and produce content you will learn to apply journalistic conventions and adhere to legal requirements and the ethical code of conduct. Year 2 – What you will learn: Year 2 of this course focuses on developing online print and broadcasting skills and further enhancing your in depth analysis and research skills. You will learn about advanced media concepts and contexts and ideol-ogies within society and the media. Studying the professional roles and practices in online print and broad-cast journalism you will be equipped with the skills and tools required to produce content for online print journalism and broadcast production. is includes feature and scriptwriting skills and, communication and interview techniques and technical and presentational formatting and style. What you will create: You’ll conduct an 800 word in depth research analysis case study comparing a news story covered on com-mercial and public service news and online broadsheet and tabloid format. You will cra an online feature article and produce a broadcast news package using lming and recording equipment, and Final Cut Pro editing soware. Written Exam 50% of overall markCoursework 50% of overall mark
Mathematics GCEExamining BoardCCEAEntry Qualications GCSE Mathematics – Grade A/A* at GCSE or to have studied GCSE Further MathsCourse StructureAS AS:1 Pure Mathematics 24% AS:2 Applied Mathematics 16%A2 A2:1 Pure Mathematics 36% A2:2 Applied Mathematics 24%Career Opportunities: Accountancy, Teaching, Computer Programmer, Quantity Surveyor, Actuary, Engineering, Architecture, Economist,Finance, Management Consultant.Moving Image Arts GCEExamining BoardCCEAEntry Qualications GCSE English Literature Grade C or above. No GCSE Art & Design necessaryCourse StructureAS AS 1 Creative Production: Foundation Portfolio 35% AS 2 Moving Image Arts Critical Response 15%A2 A2 1 Creative Production & Research: Advanced Portfolio 35% A2 2 Critical Response and Specialisation 15%Career OpportunitiesWeb Authoring, Arts Administration, Cinematographer, Scriptwriter, Animator, Documentary Film Maker, Editor, Visual Eects Artist, Photography, Set Design, Art Gallery Curator.
Music GCEExamining Board CCEAEntry Qualications GCSE Music – Grade B or above or Grade V eory and Performance Standard. A grade C would be consid-ered in exceptional circumstances.Course StructureAS AS 1: Performing 13% A2 A2 1: Performing 19.5% AS 2: Composing 13% A2 2 Composing 19.5% AS 3: Responding to music 14% A2 3: Responding to Music 21% Career OpportunitiesComposition, Performance, Teaching, Arts Administration, Music erapy, Broadcasting, Sound Technician, Floor Stage Manager, DJ, Music Librarian, Music Publisher, Careers in Recording Industry. BTEC LEVEL 3 National Extended Certicate in MusicExamining BoardEDEXCELEntry Qualications GCSE Music – Grade B or above or Grade V eory and Performance Standard. A grade C would be considered in exceptional circumstances.Course Structuree course consists of 4 units (3 of which are mandatory and 2 are external) Ensemble Music Performance Practical Music eory and Harmony Professional Practice in the Music Industry Solo Performance Career OpportunitiesComposition, Performance, Teaching, Arts Administration, Music erapy, Broadcasting, Sound Technician, Floor Stage Manager, DJ, Music Librarian, Music Publisher, Careers in Recording Industry.
Physical EducationBTEC (Level 3) National Extended Certicate in SportExamining BoardPearsonEntry Requirements5 GCSE’s A-C (preferably including GCSE Physical Education Grade A-C)Course Structureis is a vocational course designed to develop both knowledge and practical skills in the Sport and Exercise Science industry.Year one of the course covers Anatomy, Physiology and Fitness Training and Programming for Health and Well-being.Year two includes Professional Development in the Sports Industry and Sports Leadership. is broad study of many sport and exercise disciplines will give students an insight into the eectiveness of their own performance and how to improve that of others.AssessmentStudents take four units, consisting of written assignments, presentations, practical assessments and a written exam.Unit 1 Anatomy and Physiology (Written examination 1 hour 30 minutes)Unit 2 Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being (Written Examination - Case Study, two weeks’ preparation time)Unit 3 Professional Development in the Sports Industry (Coursework)Unit 4 Sports Leadership (Coursework)Career OpportunitiesSports science, Physiotherapy, Coaching, Teaching, Leisure Management, Sports Administration, Community Recreation, and Personal Trainer.
Religious Studies GCEExamining BoardCCEAEntry Qualications GCSE Religious Education Grade B or above and GCSE English Language Grade B or above. Course Structure Core Units AS AS 7 Foundations of Ethics with special reference to issues 20% in Medical Ethics AS 5 e origins of the Celtic Church in Ireland and the Beginnings of its 20% Missionary Outreach A2 A2 7 Global Ethics 30% A2 5 A Study of the Development and Impact of the Celtic Church in 30% the 5th, 6th and 7th Centuries Career OpportunitiesTeaching, Social Work, Youth Work, Church Work, Commerce, Publishing, Broadcasting
GCE Soware SystemsDevelopment Examining BoardCCEAEntry Qualications GCSE Mathematics Grade A Course Structure AS AS1 Introduction to object Oriented Development 25% AS2 Event driven Programming 25% A2 A2 1 Systems Approaches and Database Concepts 25% A2 2 Implementing Solutions 25%Career OpportunitiesTeaching, Soware Engineer, Graphics Designer, Web Designer, Systems Analyst, Programmer
DA Health and Life ScienceExamining BoardCCEAEntry Qualications Double Award CC or above.Course Structure AS/A2AS Unit 1 Experimental techniques Unit 2 Human Body Systems Unit 3 Aspects of Physical Chemistry in Industrial Processes Unit 4 Brain Science Unit 5 Material Science Unit 6 Medicines Drugs and Clinical trialsA2 Unit 1 Scientic Method, Investigation, Analysis and Evaluation Unit 2 Organic Chemistry Unit 3 Medical Physics Unit 5 Genetics, Stem Cell Research and Cloning Unit 7 Oral Heath and Dentistry Unit 9 Analytical Chemistry TechniquesCareer OpportunitiesRadiography, Speech and Language erapy, Physiotherapy, Teaching, Nursing, Food Hygiene, Chemist, Engineering, Biochemist, Genetics, Sports Study, Optometry, Zoology.
Travel & Tourism – Level 3BTEC National Subsidiary DiplomaExamining BoardEDEXCEL*100% coursework *No examEntry Qualications Minimum C in GCSE English. A background in Geography/ Business Studies or Information Technology would be benecial, but not essential.Course StructureAS Unit 1 Investigating the Travel & Tourism sector 16.7 % Unit 3 e UK as a destination 16.7 % Unit 4 Customer Service in Travel & Tourism 16.7 %A2 Unit 2 e Business of Travel & Tourism 16.7 % Unit 6 Working in Travel & Tourism 16.7 % Unit 8 Long-haul travel destinations 16.7 %Career OpportunitiesHotel Management, Tourist Board, Tourism Centres, Catering, Hospitality, Holiday Representative, Air Host-ess, Tour Manager, Travel Agency Manager. Spanish GCE Examining BoardCCEAEntry Qualications GCSE French B or above AS 1: Speaking 30% of AS level 12% of A level AS 2: Listening, Reading and Use of Language 40% of AS level 16% of A levelAS3: Extended Writing 30% of AS level 12% of A level AS: 40% of A LevelA2 1: Speaking 18% of A LevelA2 2: Listening and Reading 24% of A LevelA2 3: Extended Writing 18% of A Level AS: 40% of A LevelCareer OpportunitiesTeaching, Youth and Community Work, Media, Journalism, Administration, Acting, Research, Translating, Publishing, Advertising, Interpreting
Enrichment Programmee Enrichment Programme at St Cecilia’s College is created to provide all students with the required preparation and education on life skills and social needs during their time in Year 13 and Year 14.All Sixth Form students participate in a sched-uled lesson each week of this programme which is presented by outside agencies. is programme helps the students to develop themselves, through activities and exercises, which prepares them for life aer St Cecilia’s. Some examples of the lessons are in the following areas • Reach Across • Drugs and Alcohol Awareness• Road Safety • Life Hack Project • Internet Safety • Meditation • Mindfulness • Exploring Woman’s Human Rights Transitions – Preparing to move on • Emergency Life Skills• Mandarin• Me4Mental• John Paul II AwardIn Year 14 students have the opportunity to learn Mandarin. A native speaker comes during the Enrichment session to teach the girls conversational Mandarin.
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