Peter Symonds College courses

...extended, in-depth coursework project using skills acquired at AS level. Unit 4: Externally-Set Assignment (worth 50%) - Your response to externally set questions...

...The department also offers students the opportunity to complete an extended project in their A2 year. Career Possibilities Biology can lead to careers...

...Career Possibilities Business Studies is worth pursuing for its own sake, but it is a useful qualification for those hoping to go directly into employment...

...which will provide you with an introduction to the world of business. It is the equivalent of 2 GCSE's at grades A* - C. The course consists of 3 units completed over a...

...In the last year, it is estimated that around 70,000 young people started new businesses in England and Wales. Starting a business is a steep learning...

...Workshops are held several times each week giving you an opportunity to get individual help with problems. Methods and Patterns of Assessment The AS assessment...

...We use visual resources extensively in the art modules, whilst in all modules students are given specially prepared reading material to complement their study...

...Texts and contexts are more challenging and there is a greater focus on the theoretical approaches to contemporary culture. Both units cover broader issues...

...Data Representation and Practical Exercise This unit looks the processes of computation, algorithm design and the stages of problem solving...

...to assess the structure of the arguments presented and evaluate their strengths and weaknesses. Candidates will be asked to write their own arguments...

...You will be assessed in this topic in more depth in a written examination. Financial Implications You will be asked to make a contribution of £10 towards...

...Classes will involve reading, discussions, presentations, and practical tasks in support of different elements of stagecraft. You will in addition to performance skills...

...most A Level subjects as it develops both numeracy and literacy skills. AS Level Unit 1: Markets and Market Failure This involves the study of individual...

...the Pre-Release Anthology and one general essay. Methods of Teaching Teacher led and small group Methods and Patterns of Assessment Four pieces of coursework...

...AS Modules Module 1 Seeing Through Language Section A of this module will introduce the skills of textual analysis â€" writing intelligently about the language used in texts...

...by the students themselves or through the use of a variety of media. As well as developing a wide understanding of the texts, we focus on the student's...

...affect the planet and what we can do to reduce our impact. The underlying theme is How can increasing numbers of people have a good quality of life without...

...looks at issues around genre (horror) and how social-political ideas are expressed in film. US Film Comparative Study. Here you will compare two US films...

...You will learn to speak and write at length in French about all aspects of society and culture in France. Enthusiasm and a commitment to learning are essential...

...AS/A2 FURTHER MATHEMATICS OCR (MEI) (1-2 years) PLEASE REFER TO THE MATHEMATICS COURSE LEAFLET...