Questions to: Mrs Wheelhouse (Head of Computing) or Mr Jalal Contact Information What will I learn? ............................. ............................................................. CURRICULUM INTENT Unit 1: Exploring User Interface - 30% controlled assessment Unit 2: Collecting, Presenting, and Interpreting Data – 30% controlled assessment Unit 3: 40% external exam Learn about managing teams, giving stakeholders access to tools, and communicating effectively. Explore the ups and downs of technology use in organisations and understand the challenges and risks of relying on digital systems. We will teach you how to protect digital systems and minimize threats through policies and individual actions. Dive into security measures, learn about ethical considerations, and understand the environmental impact of increased tech use. Assessed through a variety of types of questions including multiple choice, short and long style questions. How will I be assessed? ................................................. Imagine turning your passion for gaming, apps, and gadgets into a superpower. That is exactly what BTEC DIT offers! It's not just another subject; it's a dynamic experience that combines hands-on learning, real-world projects, and the chance to discover your inner tech genius. There is an increasing skills gap in the UK with the workforce lacking in computing skills required for many jobs. If you're into technology, love figuring out how things work digitally, and have a knack for problemsolving, this course is for you. What's in Store for You? Create Your Own Apps: Ever dreamed of building your own apps? BTEC DIT makes it possible! Dive into the world of coding and unleash your creativity. Explore Data Magic: Understand how data rules the world. BTEC DIT lets you crack the code of data, giving you insights into one of the most powerful tools in today's digital landscape. . [email protected] | 51
Exam Board: Edexcel Course Title: GCSE Drama Course code: IDR0 QN code: 601/8975/7 Drama GCSE GCSE Drama is a challenging and rewarding course that teaches students how to develop their performance skills through a range of projects exploring different dramatic techniques and theatre styles. It is a very practical subject and students will need to be motivated and independent. They will also have the opportunity to explore and analyse a range of production elements such as lighting, set design and costume. As part of the course students will be required to attend a theatre performance with the school, which they will then write about in the written examination. Future Opportunities .................................................. There will be other opportunities outside school to get involved in performances or to take part in workshops, all of which will enhance your understanding of Drama. GCSE Drama is also a great foundation for going on to study the subject at A Level and beyond. Drama is not just for students that want to become actors. The transferable skills that we develop will be useful in whichever field students wish to go into in the future. The creative industries provide thousands of different career options from lighting technicians to set designers to drama therapists, and many more. 52 | www.ecgbert.sheffield.sch.uk / @KingEcgbert
Questions to: Miss Broadhead (Head of Drama) Contact Information What will I learn? ............................. ............................................................. CURRICULUM INTENT Students will practically explore a range of different styles of theatre, from naturalistic to abstract. They will learn to structure a piece of drama and how to use a variety of performance skills to engage an audience. Students will also need to be able to analyse, evaluate and write about drama. Alongside the specific dramatic skills studied, students will also be developing a range of discreet transferable skills, e.g. confidence, teamwork, independence and creative thinking, to name but a few. How will I be assessed? ............................................................. Devising Drama (40% ) This component deals with devising, which is an exciting and challenging opportunity to work collaboratively with others to explore a range of stimuli in order to create an original performance piece. Devising is essential for the development of new theatre and performance; it allows for personal development and exploration. It allows the performer the opportunity to stretch the limits of their creativity and imagination, while exploring a theme or topic of interest to them and their intended audience. .Performance from Text (30%) This component deals with developing knowledge, understanding and skills in exploring and performing from a performance text. Students will interpret this text and rehearse and refine two key extracts, leading to a final performance. They will demonstrate and use a wide range of acting skills to communicate their interpretation in performance. Theatre Makers in Practice (30%) This component focuses on the work of theatre makers and the theatrical choices that are made by crucial members of the creative and production team in order to communicate ideas to an audience. As theatre makers, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of the ways in which drama can create meaning for an audience through performance. Students will explore practically how a complete performance text might be interpreted and realised from ‘page to stage’. This exploration will give students an insight into how texts may be brought to life for an audience and the creative roles within this process. Students will also analyse and evaluate their experience of a live theatre performance as informed members of the audience. They will develop skills to recognise the meaning created in the theatre space in order to communicate ideas to an audience. This will give them a more critical and varied approach to their own work as theatre makers. [email protected] | 53
Exam board: Pearson Course title: Level 1/Level 2 Tech Award in Health and Social Care (2022) Course code: 603/7047/6 You will have the opportunity to study BTEC Health and Social at level 3 (A Level) in our sixth form. We offer single, double, or triple award courses (3 A levels). Our students have gone on to study at University ranging from Operational Department Practice, Social Work, Adult and Child nursing, Midwifery, Teaching practice, Paramedicine, Dental Nursing, and other amazing courses. Health and Social Care Future Opportunities .......................................... A BTEC in Health and Social Care will inspire and equip students with transferable skills that are relevant to the sector and more widely. It covers the rights of individuals, personcentred values of care, how to protect individuals in various care settings and learn about the impact of life events. 54 | www.ecgbert.sheffield.sch.uk / @KingEcgbert
What will I learn? ............................................................. CURRICULUM INTENT How will I be assessed? ............................................................. The course is made up 3 different units studying various topic areas. They are assessed using non-exam internal assessments and an externally assessed examination. Students must complete all three units to gain the qualification. This is a great course if you are interested in the Health and Social Care sector, such as working in Hospitals, Dentists, Police, Social work, Teaching, hospitals and other great professions involving people. All results are awarded on the following scale (equivalent to GCSE): Level 2 – Distinction* (*2), Distinction (D2), Merit (M2), Pass (P2) Level 1 – Distinction (D1), Merit (M1), Pass (P1) and Fail/Unclassified (U) Questions to: Miss Newman (Head of Health and Social Care) Contact Information ............................. [email protected] | 55 Human Lifespan Development (internal assessment - 30%) Learners will explore different aspects of growth and development and the factors that can affect this across the life stages. They will explore the different events that can impact on individuals’ physical, intellectual, emotional and social (PIES) development and how individuals cope with and are supported through changes caused by life events. Health and Social Care Services and Values (internal assessment - 30%) Learners will explore health and social care services and how they meet the needs of service users. They will also study the skills, attributes and values required when giving care. This component will give you an understanding of health and social care services and will help you to understand the skills, attributes and values that are common when working with people. Health and Wellbeing (external assessment - 40%) Learners will explore the factors that affect health and wellbeing, learning about physiological and lifestyle indicators, and person-centred approaches to make recommendations to improve an individual’s health and wellbeing. Learners will also apply their knowledge and understanding of human lifespan development and life events, sources and types of support, health and social care services individuals will need to improve their health and wellbeing along with the barriers and personal obstacles to accessing services.
Future Opportunities ................................... Many candidates go on to study AS/A2 Music. Candidates develop a life-long interest in music and have broader life-skills and attributes including critical and creative thinking, aesthetic sensitivity and emotional and cultural development. Exam Board: AQA Course Title: GCSE MUSIC Course Code: 8271 QN code: 60183615 This course develops students’ performance, creativity and practical skills as well as building knowledge and personal confidence through team work and leadership opportunities. What are the entry requirements? You will need to be able to sing or play an instrument to a reasonable standard (grade 2) and be able to read music. You should be having lessons (either privately or in school) on your chosen instrument (15 minutes per week minimum). Music Theory Requirements: When starting the course we advise students who have not achieved Grade V Theory to come along to the extra curricular class provided in school. The theory helps further develop composition work and helps with the general listening content. This class is voluntary, but it is very useful. We would expect candidates to be involved in the music department extra curricular timetable (orchestra, choir, jazz band etc). We hold a number of concerts throughout the year as well as a school musical every two years. Music GCSE 56 | www.ecgbert.sheffield.sch.uk / @KingEcgbert
What will I learn? ............................................................. CURRICULUM INTENT Students will be encouraged to engage critically and creatively with a wide range of music and musical contexts and reflect on how music is used in the expression of personal and collective identities. Students will have opportunities to use music technology, perform, compose, listen and understand music. They will be able to appraise, develop and demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of musical elements, musical context and musical language through the following four Areas of Study:. How will I be assessed? ............................................................. There are 3 components to study: Component 1: Understanding music (40%) 1 hour and 30 minutes exam. Section A: Listening Section B: Contextual understanding Component 2: Performing music (30%) Students will perform two pieces (one of which will be solo and one ensemble) This will be internally marked by teachers and then moderated by AQA. Component 3: Composition (30%) Students will complete two compositions: Composition 1: Composition to a brief Composition 2: Free composition This will be internally marked by teachers and then moderated by AQA. Questions to: Any member of the Music Department Contact Information ............................. Western classical tradition 1650-1910, Popular music, Traditional music, Western classical tradition since 1910 Musical elements will include: Melody, Harmony, Tonality, Structure, Timbre, Texture, Tempo, metre and rhythm, Dynamics and articulation [email protected] | 57
Exam Board: AQA Course Title: GCSE Physical Education Course Code: 8582 QN code: 60182799 Physical Education GCSE GCSE Physical Education follows on from the Key Stage 3 Physical Education programme of study by providing pupils with exciting opportunities to choose from a variety of roles whilst participating in sports such as badminton, basketball, football, trampolining, table tennis and athletics. The content of the GCSE Physical Education course is designed to enable pupils to enjoy and understand the benefits of living a healthy and active lifestyle. Could lead to A Level and higher education, a career in sports and leisure, coaching or teaching. Future Opportunities .................................. 58 | www.ecgbert.sheffield.sch.uk / @KingEcgbert
Questions to: Mr Howse (Head of PE) or any other member of the PE Department Contact Information What will I learn? ............................. ............................................................. CURRICULUM INTENT Students will develop theoretical knowledge and understanding of the factors that underpin physical activity and sport. For example they will learn how health and fitness, hygiene and safety, prevention of injury, fitness training and factors affect their performance in sport. Furthermore, students will gain an understanding of how the physiological and psychological state affects performance in physical activity and sport. They will also develop the ability to analyse and evaluate in order to improve performance in physical activity and sport. Additionally they will learn about key socio-cultural influences which can affect people's involvement in physical activity and sport. A love of sport and physical activities is important for GCSE Physical Education. Students are assessed as a performer and therefore need to be of a high standard in at least one sport. : What are the entry requirements? .......................................................................... How will I be assessed? ............................................................. Theory (60 %) Ÿ Students are examined on their knowledge of the theory Ÿ 2 Written papers Ÿ Both exams at the end of Y11 NEA (Non-Exam Assessment) (40%) Ÿ Performance assessment (Practical Assessment) Ÿ 3 best sports count Ÿ Marked out of 25 for each sport Ÿ 75 marks available in total. Performance Analysis Assessment (Analysis and Evaluation) Ÿ Written coursework - at least 3 hours of lesson time Ÿ 25 marks [email protected] | 59
Exam board: Pearson Course Title: Pearson BTEC Level 1/2 Tech Award in Sport Course Code: 603/7068/3 QN code: 603/7068/3 BTEC Sport Level 2 follows on from Key Stage 3 Physical Education and provides pupils with opportunities to participate in a range of practical activities that link to coursework and examination assignments. The content of the course enables pupils to learn about the different types and providers of sport, the equipment and technology available, and the different types of participants in sport and their needs. They will also learn about anatomy and physiology. Could lead to BTEC level 3 sport course or a career in sports and leisure. Future Opportunities .................................. Sport BTEC Level 1/Level 2 Tech Award Sport 60 | www.ecgbert.sheffield.sch.uk / @KingEcgbert
Questions to: Mr Howse (Head of PE) or any other member of the PE Department Contact Information What will I learn? ............................. ............................................................. CURRICULUM INTENT Students will learn about: different types and providers of sport and physical activity • provisions for sport, including equipment and facilities • increasing participation for others in sport and physical activity • anatomy and physiology. They will develop skills: Ÿ in planning and delivering sports activity sessions in fitness testing and methodology How will I be assessed? ............................................................. Unit 1 (coursework unit in controlled conditions) Preparing participants to take part in sport and physical activity Unit 2 (coursework unit in controlled conditions) Taking part and improving other participants sporting performance Unit 3 (exam) Developing fitness to improve other participants performance in sport and physical activity Successful completion of this qualification will enable learners to progress to Level 3 qualifications in related subjects. The knowledge and skills gained will provide an introduction to those required for careers in the health and fitness industry. [email protected] | 61 Unit 1 and Unit 2 are 30% of the overall grade each, Unit 3 is 40% of the overall grade. Level 1 Pass is equivalent to GCSE grades 3-1 Level 2 Pass/Merit/Distinction is equivalent to GCSE grades 9-4
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