Barrow Sixth Form College courses

...undertake work experience with the local MP at their constituency office and at Barrow Town Hall; experiencing the workings of local government...

...About the Course The Single A level in Health and Social Care is a two year course. In Year 1 you will study three AS (Advanced Subsidiary) units to...

...theme of Rebellions and Civil Struggle. 'A little rebellion now and then is a good thing'. Thomas Jefferson - 1787 Themes will include: ·...

...criminal and civil. Criminal involves investigating all the different assault crimes eg assault & battery, actual bodily harm, grievous bodiliy...

...Graphical calculators and computers are used on both of these courses to enhance understanding and learning. As well as timetabled lessons there is...

...A level which will provide you with an opportunity to study many different aspects of the modern media as well as to produce your own media...

...as well as your technical performance ability and interpretation skills. Unit 5: Composition and Technical Study (15% A2) This unit has two sections...

...You will also be actively encouraged to take part in relevant work placements as part of your study programme. Students do a minimum of a half-day a week placement in health...

...a week work placement with health care, social care or early years organisations from November to May. This gives you an opportunity to collect information...

...should be able to answer questions such as 'what is a hadron, how do fluorescent lights work and why do we need a turntable in a microwave oven?' The...

...practical studies using these techniques, identify their strengths and weaknesses, and consider the reliability and validity of the measurements collected...

...Philosophy of Religion Four topics are studied including: The Ontological Argument for the existence of God; Religious language; Body, Soul and personal identity...

...We are all members of rapidly changing societies and our lives are affected by the rules, values and institutions of society. In this course you will study...

...acquired at GCSE Level. The areas of experience will be extended in topics such as family and relationships, jobs and careers; more advanced issues...

...a minimum of a Grade C (at higher level) in Science or equivalent because there is a substantial amount of Biology, some Chemistry, and some Physics (Biomechanics)...

...course as well as participation in the event for the Event Management unit and Students Guided Tours of local attractions...

...Numeracy Courses leading to a qualification in Basic Skills are available at level 1 or 2. These focus on practical applications to real life problems...

...You will be taught for 11 hours per week and must complete 6 units. Successful completion of the course will prepare you for either the world of...

...It is a nationally recognised qualification and is hugely advantageous for. Community Sports Leader Award Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements are needed...

...or above in a GCSE Science or Biology course. In exceptional cases e.g. mature students, a lower grade may be considered suitable for entry...