COURSE SUMMARYWhy study music?“Education in music is most sovereign because more than anything else, rhythm and harmony find their way to the inmost souls and take strongest hold upon it. Bringing with them and imparting grace if one is rightly trained” PlatoMusic is a science; it demands exact acoustics. A conductor’s score is a chart which indicates frequencies, intensities, volume changes, melody and harmony all at once and with the most exact control of time.Music is mathematical; it is rhythmically based on the subdivision of time into fractions which must be done instantaneously, not worked out on paper.Music is a foreign language; it is a highly developed shorthand that uses symbols to represent ideas. The semantics of music is the most complete and universal language.Music is art; creating emotions that touch the soul of those who perform and listen to it.Whilst music may not have such a clearly-defined career pathway as some other subjects, the varied nature of the course enables students to develop highly-desirable skills in areas such as selfmanagement, teamwork, planning, analytical and critical thinking skills and communication; all of which makes them an attractive prospective for potential employers. Rather than limiting your career prospects, an A level in music opens doors to a wide range of careers both within and outside the arts. If you have a passion for music, then A level music is for you. If you have a gifting for music, then A level music is for you. ASSESSMENT PROCEDUREENTRY REQUIREMENTSStudents must meet the school’s “A” Level entry requirement. A good grade at GCSE music or ABRSM theory of music to at least grade 4 with Grade 5 standard on an instrument or voice. PROGRESSIONAn A Level qualification will enable students to pursue a degree course in Music, Music Performance, Music Technology, Popular Music and many others. These can lead to careers in the Teaching Profession, Music Industry, Performing, Journalism, Music Therapy and Administration etc. Unit - ContentMU1 - Performing Recital Grade 5+, 6 -8 mins in length assessed by visiting examinerMU2 - Composing Composition Portfolio 2 contrasting compositions, 3-6 mins in lengthMU3 - Appraising Listening Exam in 2 parts: set works and aural perceptionMU4 - Performing Recital Grade 6+, 10 -12 mins in length assessed by visiting examinerMU5 - Composing Composition Portfolio 2 compositions, 3-6 mins in lengthMU6 - Appraising Listening Exam in 2 parts: set work and aural perception52COURSE CONTENTAt “AS” Level, students study three units. MU1 students develop their individual performing skills on their chosen instrument/voice and extend their repertoire. MU2 students further develop their composition skills through a variety of styles and techniques. MU3 students develop their appraisal skills through the study of two contrasting areas of study (one being from the Western Classical tradition). At “A” Level, students study a further three units. MU4 performance skills and repertoire are further developed. MU5 composition skills are extended with a particular focus on 20th Century composition. MU6 requires an in-depth study of a chosen set work and developing students’ aural and stylistic awareness of 20th/21st century music. The AS and A Level music course encourages students to further extend their musical skills, knowledge and understanding of music through the development of their own particular musical interests and strengths; whilst broadening their individual musical experience and creativity through Musical Performance, Composition and Appraising.
COURSE SUMMARYThe course offers a unique insight intothe theoretical and practical elements of sportand the analysing of human movement.ThePE course is a diverse and multi-facetedqualification that incorporates SportsScience, Sports Psychology, SportsTechnology and the Sociology of sportsPerformance. This course is suitable forenergetic and committedsports peoplewho are passionate about both practical performance and understanding the factorsthat contribute to effective performance.AS LEVELUnit 1: Exploring Physical Education (theory)Question types: Contextualised questions toinclude multiple choice,data response, short and extended answers on topic areassuch as nutrition in sport, personality in sport,attitude to sport, and psychology in sportand lifestyle benefits.Unit 2: Improving Performance in Physical Education (practical)Pupils will be assessed in:• Practical performance in ONE activityas a player or performer• Practical performance as a coach or official• Personalperformance profile, which demonstrates the application of the theoreticalcontent through the chosenpractical activity• Practical performance in only ONE activityas either a performer, coach or official• Investigative research, which demonstrates the application ofthe course theoretical content through the chosen practicalactivity,as a player, coach orofficialASSESSMENT PROCEDUREENTRY REQUIREMENTSIt is not compulsory to have studied Physical Education at GCSE level;therefore the course is open to all pupils. However,there is an expectation thatall pupils who sit the course regularly participate in their chosen practical activity.PROGRESSIONA level PE is often a pre-requisite for studentsgoing on to study sportsrelated courses at higher level.Pupilshave gone on to study sports science, physiotherapy, sports psychology,sports analysis, sports education and avariety ofsport and leisureopportunities.A2 LEVELUnit 3: Evaluating PhysicalEducation (theory)A range of questions covering,exercise physiology, performanceanalysis and training, biomechanics insport and psychology in performance.Sport in the media and the pursuit ofexcellence form part of thesociological aspects of sportingachievement.Unit 4: Refining Performance inPhysical Education (practical)Pupils will be assessed in:AS LEVELUnit 1: 24% (72 marks) - 1hr 45minswritten examinationUnit 2: 16%A2 LEVELUnit 3: 36% (90 marks) - 2hrwritten examinationUnit 4: 24% (60 marks)54
COURSE SUMMARYThe course will developpupils’ knowledge of Photography and willteach them to effectively use thecamera in response to arange ofcircumstances and intentions. Pupils produce a portfolioof photographs on avarietyof themes whilst becoming confident in the use of Photoshop,use of iPad apps and the handling of digital SLR cameras. Visits to different locations and galleries will form an integral element of thiscourse, as will responding to the work ofother photographers.36% of the full A Level qualification.This consists of 2 parts:1. An in depth investigative photographic portfoliobased on the theme of personal choice and including the integration of critical, practical and theoretical work.Work can be digital or physical.2. An extendedwrittenelement of 1000 wordsminimum which may contain images and textsand must clearly relate to the practical work being undertaken.Unit 3: Externally Set Assignment24% of full A Level qualification. Thisconsists of 2 parts:1. Preparatory study period followingthe release of the externally setassignment from the 1st February in the second year which will consist ofa series of written and visualstimuli. Students choose 1 of these. The approximate period of preparation, research and experimentation is 8-10 weeks.2. 15 hours period of sustained focus work.The resolution of students’ ideas from thepreparatory period must be completedduring 15 hours under supervisedconditions.ASSESSMENT PROCEDUREThese units are internallyassessed in May and externallymoderated in June.Regular reviewsand presentations willtake place throughoutthe course as part of the assessment procedure.ENTRY REQUIREMENTSIt is possible toaccess AS Photography withoutany prior experiencein this area. Pupils with GCSE Art, Photography or IT may enjoy the creative aspects of this course, but thisis not a requirement. It is alsopossible to study AS Art and Designor AS Textiles alongside Photography. Candidates should satisfy the school’s minimum requirements of 5 GCSE grades A*-C to begin the course.PROGRESSIONPhotography is a valid choice in combination withany other A Level for nearly all universitycourses. A Level photography is particularly useful if you wish to study Graphic Design, Creative and New Media, Film Video production, Photography, Art and Design or Media at level or for those wishing to do an Art Foundation course, It is possible to go directly into employment following this course as a photography or editorial assistant on a magazine.AS LEVELUnit 1: Personal Creative Enquiry40% of full A Level qualification / 100% of ASqualification.Pupilspresent a digital photographic portfolioand sketchbook which demonstrates thedevelopment of techniques, personal responsesand approaches to a range of themes which illustrate their technical abilities and photographicknowledge. Pupils follow a self-selected theme atthe start of the course and develop creative photographic outcomes inspired by this. There isno exam unit at AS.A2 LEVELUnit 2: Personal Investigation56
Unit 1: Motion, Energy and Matter Unit 2: Electricity and LightUnit 3: Oscillationsand NucleiUnit 4: Fields and OptionsUnit 5: Experimental Task and Practical Analysis TaskASSESSMENT PROCEDUREA2 LEVELUnit 3: 25% - 2hr 15mins written examination (100 marks) Section A: 80 marksA mix of short answer and extended1. answer questions, with some set-in apractical context.Section B: 20 marksOne comprehension question.Unit 4: 25% of A2 qualification - 2hr writtenexamination (100 marks)Section A: 80 marksA mix of short answer and extendedanswer questions, with some set in a practical context.Section B: 20 marks – choice of 1 out of 4options:Alternating Currents, Medical Physics,The Physics of Sports, Energy and the EnvironmentENTRY REQUIREMENTSThe course builds on the knowledge, understanding and skills from GCSE. You really need at least a GCSE grade B in Physics or BB in Science, along withat leasta grade B in Higher Tier Mathematics; you will have to be able to handlenumbersand equations.It is a huge advantage to study AS/A2 Maths with this course.Anyone thinkingof a career in any branch of engineering is required to have at least AS Maths.Youdo not have to be Albert Einstein or Marie Curie todo AS/A2 level Physics! What you must have is theability and willingness to work steadily throughout theyear and be willing to work with staff tosort out any problems as they arise.PROGRESSIONSome of these include: -Engineering (Mechanical and Civil), Architect, Brewing Technologist,CAD Technologist, TV Technical Assistant, Vet, Water Supply Management, X-ray Technologist, Yacht Designer, Zoologist. Indeed,ex- Brynteg students who studied Physics include an Engineer, Piolet, NuclearEngineerand Particle Physicist!COURSE SUMMARYAS LEVELUnit 1: 20% of A2 qualification 50% of AS qualification - 1hr 30mins written examination(80 marks)Unit 2: 20% of A2 qualification 50% of AS qualification - 1hr 30mins written examination(80 marks)Short answer and extendedanswer structuredquestions, some in a practical context in both papers.58Unit 5: 10% of A2 qualificationThis unit comprises of twotasks:ExperimentalTask (25 marks) and PracticalAnalysis Task (25 marks).
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COURSE SUMMARYThe AS / A Level Product Design course offers students a unique opportunity to identifyand solve real problems by designingand making products or systems.Product Design is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject. The course encourages students to use creativityand imagination when applying iterativedesign processes to develop and modify designs, and to design and make prototypesthat solve real world problems, considering their own and others’needs, wants, aspirations and values. The course enablesstudents to identify market needs and opportunitiesfor new products, initiate and develop design solutions,and make and testprototypes. Students will acquiresubject knowledge in Product Designincluding how a product can bedeveloped through the stages ofprototyping, realisation and commercial manufacture.In addition to the schools' policy of requiring5 GCSE grade C or above, we prefer to recruit students who have successfully completed a GCSE Design & Technologycourse in either Product Design or Engineering.PROGRESSIONStudents have gone on to a vast multitude of degree courses and employment areas including:Product / Industrial Design, Architecture, Furniture Design, Civil Engineering, Advertising& Media, Graphic Design, Theatre Design, Armed Forces Officer Training, Apprentice Engineers and Production Management.ASSESSMENT PROCEDUREAS LEVELUnit 1: Product Design/EngineeringAssessing learners' knowledge and understanding of technical principles, designing and making principles along with their ability toanalyse andevaluate design decisions and widerissues in design and technology.Unit 2: Design and Make taskA2 LEVELUnit 3: Product DesignAssessing learners' knowledge and understanding of technical principles, designing and making principles along with their ability toanalyse andevaluate design decisionsand widerissues in design and technology.Unit 4: Design and Make taskAS LEVELUnit 1: 20% (80 marks) - 2hr written examinationThe examinationincludes a mix of structuredand extended writing questions.Unit 2: 20% (80 marks) - 40hr non-exam assessmentA2 LEVELUnit 3: 30% (100 marks) - 2 hr 30mins examination (includes a mix ofstructured and extended writing)Unit 4: 30% (100 marks) - 60hr nonexam assessmentENTRY REQUIREMENTS60
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ASSESSMENT PROCEDUREENTRY REQUIREMENTS5 A*-C grades are required at GCSE tostudy Psychology with a B in EnglishLanguage/ Literature, combined with Cgrades in Mathematicsand Science.PROGRESSIONA Level Psychology is an excellentqualificationfor entrance to Higher Education,not only for Psychology andother Social Sciences but forthosestudents who wish to follow a career in relatedfields such as counselling, criminology, nursing, teaching and human resources.Psychology alsocombines well with many othersubjectssuch as Biology, Physical Education, English, Mathematics and Sociology. Asignificant number of Brynteg studentshavegone on to study Psychology in university withmany pursuing careers in psychiatric nursing,speech and language therapy,abnormalpsychology and forensic psychology.COURSE SUMMARYAS LEVELUnit 1: Past to PresentThe purpose of this unit is to givestudents a solid grounding in some ofthe core elementsand classic studiesof psychology and to demonstratehow psychology has evolved. Studentswill gain knowledge andunderstanding of five keypsychological approaches (biological,psychodynamic, behaviourist,cognitive and positive) in terms oftherapies,methodology and research.Unit 2: Investigating BehaviourThis module introduces studentsto the methodologies used by psychologists workingwith both humans and animals and they will gain first-handexperience of research methodsbyconducting their own investigation.Contemporary debates in psychologysuch as the ethics of neuroscience,the use of conditioning techniques tocontrol the behaviour of children, thereliabilityof eyewitness testimony,themother as a primary care- giver andthe relevance of positive psychology in today’s societyare also discussed.A2 LEVELUnit 3: Implications in the Real WorldStudents will learn about the biological and psychological causes of addictive behaviour,criminal behaviour and stress.They will explore how these behaviourscan be modifiedby a range ofpsychological and biologicalinterventions. In addition, students willinvestigate five controversies that posechallengesfor psychology such asculture bias, gender bias, using animals in psychological research, ethical issues andthe scientific status of psychology.AS LEVELUnit 1: 20% - 1hr 30mins written examinationUnit 2: 20% - 1hr 30mins written examinationA2 LEVELUnit 3: 40% - 2hrs 30mins written examinationUnit 4: 20% - 1hr 30mins written examination62Unit 4: Psychology: Applied Research MethodsThis unit builds on the knowledge andexperience gained at AS in terms of research methodsand allowsfurther opportunities for students toundertake twopersonal investigations. They willusetheir knowledge of methodology to commentupon research conducted by others.Group discussions, debates and individual research all feature in thedeliveryof thissubject. Psychological experiments(notcompulsory, but fun and enlightening!) aredispersed throughout the course.
COURSE SUMMARYA level Religion, PhilosophyandEthics is designed to enable learnersto develop their interest in, and enthusiasm for, a study of religion and its place in the wider world. Religion, Philosophyand Ethics will teach you the skillstoanalyse contemporary religious and moral issues such as abortion, euthanasia, the use of nuclear weaponsas a deterrent,animal experimentation for medical research, etc.During the course, there will be opportunitiesto meet members of faith communities,to visit Hindu Temples and to attend A level revision conferences at local universities.AS LEVELUnit 1: An Introduction to the Study of Religion - HinduismUnit 2: An Introduction to Religion and Ethics and the Philosophy of ReligionASSESSMENT PROCEDUREReligion,Religion, PhilosophyandEthics is a very popularA level course. It is a long established and respected academic qualification that allows progression into severalcareer areas including Law, Medicine,Journalism, Teaching, Nursing, Social Work, PoliceService, etc. It is useful for any career that involves communicating with people. Two of ourpast pupils are currently studying Philosophy and Ethics at Cambridge University.“RS A level provides an excellent foundationfor a rangeof careers – frommedicineto public service to business. Imaginehow better prepared a doctor or business professional is if they understand the culture and customs ofthe individualstheyare treatingor dealing with. Orhow a broad and deep knowledge of differentworldfaithsand beliefs can help young people trulyunderstand the context of eventsin theMiddle East.”- Comment from John Keast, Chair, ReligiousEducation Councilof England and WalesENTRY REQUIREMENTSCandidates will be expected toachieve aC grade or above in GCSEReligious Studiesand or a C grade orabove in GCSE English Language.PROGRESSIONA2 LEVELUnit 3: A Study of ReligionUnit 4: Religionand EthicsUnit 5: Philosophy ofReligionAS LEVELUnit 1: 15% - 1hr 15minwritten examinationUnit 2: 25% - 1hr 45minwritten examinationA2 LEVELUnit 3: 20% - 1hr 30minwritten examinationUnit 4: 20% - 1hr 30minwritten examinationUnit 5: 20% - 1hr 30minwritten examination64
ASSESSMENT PROCEDUREENTRY REQUIREMENTSCandidatesshould satisfy the schools minimum requirements of 5 GCSEgrades A*-C to begin the course.Pupils who undertake Sociology atGCSE must pass at L4 and above. It isadvisablethat pupils have at least a‘B’in English but not a prerequisite.PROGRESSIONSociology is a very popular A levelcourse with excellent pupil retentionrates from AS to A2 which reflectshow pupils enjoy the subject and thelessons. The department has excellentlinks with outside providers.An AS orA2 in Sociology is very useful as itcomplementsmany other subjectssuch as History, Economics andPsychology.Many of our students go on to study sociologyor sociology relatedcourses at Russell Group universitiesand use their knowledgetoundertake careers such as probationofficers, prison officers, social workersand youth workers.AS LEVELUnit 1: Acquiring Culture.This unit focuses on how individuals acquire culture and identityby lookingat the various ways in which ourbehaviour and interactionsare sociallycontrolled via the agents ofsocialisation such as the media andpeer groups. It alsoconsiders theinfluence of class, ethnicity,gender and Welsh nationality. Pupils alsohavean opportunity to study two topics in depth which are family and youth.Unit 2: Understanding societyand Methods of SociologicalEnquiry.The first part of this unit focuses on the various methods that sociologists useto undertake research and the key conceptsthat pupils need tobeaware of such as validity,reliabilityand sampling. The second part of theunit requires the pupils to focus on the education system by looking at itsrole, patternsand trends ofachievement of certain social groups(ethnicity, gender, and poverty) andthe views of major sociologicaltheoriessuch as Marxism. Functionalism and Feminism.AS LEVELUnit 1: 15% - 1hr 15min written examinationUnit 2: 25% - 2hr written examinationA2 LEVELUnit 3: Power and Control: Crime and DevianceThis unit willfocus upon the social distributionof crime and deviance relatedtosocialclass, gender, ethnicity and age in Englandand Wales. It will also analyse why crime ismeasured in different ways such as policestatistics and the British Crime Survey, victim studiesand self-report studies. Pupils will beasked to consider definitionsof crime anddevianceas socialconstructs including therole of the media. Finally, the influence of major theories and explanations of crimeand deviance will be analysed.A2 LEVELUnit 3: 25% - 2hr written examinationUnit 4: 35% - 2hr 15min written examinationCOURSE SUMMARY66Unit 4: Social Inequality and Applied Methods of Social Enquiry.This unit focuses on the themes of social differentiation, power and stratification and onthe application of knowledge andunderstanding of methods of sociological enquiry. Section A focuses on the researchdesign that is underpinned by knowledge of unit2 at AS. Section B focuses on the themes of social differentiation, power and stratification.Learners are required to use evidence,statistical data and examples drawn fromWales where applicable,to demonstrateinequality and to evaluate the usefulness ofsociological theories in explainingtheseinequalities.
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COURSE SUMMARYSpanish A Level provides you with a life skill. Whatever career path you choose to pursue, you will need to communicate with people, and the study of an international language will equip you with the skills and confidence to become an effective communicator. The course places emphasis on understanding how the language works grammatically and structurally. You will develop fluency in oral competence and an understanding of Spanish culture and historical context. AS LEVELThere are two themes:Theme 1: Being a young person in Spanish-speaking societyFamily structures, traditional and modern values, friendships / relationships, youth trends, issues and personal, identity, education and employment opportunities. Theme 2: Understanding the Spanishspeaking worldRegional culture and heritage in Spain. Spanish-speaking countries and communities, literature, art, film and music in the Spanish speaking world. ASSESSMENT PROCEDUREENTRY REQUIREMENTSCandidates should satisfy the schools minimum requirements of 5 GCSE grades A*-C to begin the course. Pupils are required to have studied GCSE Spanish and to have achieved a grade A*-C in the subject.PROGRESSIONThe study of Spanish will be a very useful foundation for further studies at higher level and combines well with other courses offered by universities such as: Law, Engineering, Accounting, Banking and Economics. Employers like linguists because of the skills they offer, in particular confidence gained in communication through the study of an international language. AS LEVELThis course consists of two units which are externally marked. There is no coursework element.Unit 1 (Speaking): 12% (48 marks)Unit 2 (Listening, Reading, Writing and Translation): 28% (84 marks)A2 LEVELUnit 3 (Speaking): 18% (72 marks)Presentation of an independent research projectUnit 4 (Listening, Reading and Translation): 30% (92 marks)Unit 5 (Critical and Analytical Response in Writing): 12% (40 marks)68A2 LEVELThere are two themes:Theme 1: Diversity and differenceMigration and integration, cultural identity and marginalisation, cultural enrichment and celebration difference, discrimination and diversity.Theme 2: The two Spains: 1936 onwardsEl franquismo – origins, development and consequences, post-civil war Spain – historical and political repercussions, the Spanish Civil War, Spain – coming to terms with the past?
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COURSE SUMMARYThe BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sport is the equivalent of two A levels. This vocational course is a broad and balanced course that promotes a deeper understanding of all aspects of sport. There are 6 mandatory units including:Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology Unit 2: Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-beingUnit 3: Professional Development in the Sports IndustryUnit 4: Sports LeadershipUnit 22: Investigating Business in the Sport and Active Leisure IndustryUnit 23: Skill Acquisition in Sport.There is also a further 3 optional units (that will be selected by the school) .ASSESSMENT PROCEDUREThere are a mixture of assessment methods in this course including: • Examination – 1 unit• Controlled Assessment – 2 units• Coursework / Assignments – 6 unitsTherefore, if learners prefer coursework to examinations, then this would be a good option.ENTRY REQUIREMENTSIt is possible to access this course without any prior experience in this area. Students should have a range of achievement at Level 2, in GCSEs or equivalent qualifications and a keen interest in sport. PROGRESSIONThe course provides the knowledge, understanding and skills for students wishing to enter a career in sporting performance, coaching, teaching and training, as well as the uniformed services. This qualification carries UCAS points (equivalent to two A Levels) and is recognised by higher education providers for those who wish to progress to higher education.70
COURSE SUMMARYTextile Design encompasses a very broad range of materials,techniques and processes, including a growing numberof interdisciplinary approaches. These comprise woven, embroidered, knitted, printed,painted, dyed, manipulated, embellished and constructional methods which are utilised to produce a great varietyof textile outcomes that include costumeand fashion design, accessories and body adornment. The range is increasing as new materialsand technologies emerge.1. An in-depth investigativeportfolio based on a self-selected theme and including the integrationof critical, practical and theoretical work. Work can be decorativeor functional.2. An extendedwrittenelement of 1000 wordsminimum which may contain images and textsand must clearly relate to the practical work being undertaken.Unit 3: Externally Set Assignment24% of full A Level qualification.This consists of 2 parts:1. Preparatory study period following the release of the externally setassignment from the 1st February in the second year which will consist ofa series of writtenand visual stimuli. Students choose 1 of these. The approximate period of preparation, research and experimentation is 8-10 weeks.2. 15 hours period of sustained focuswork. The resolution of students’ ideasfrom the preparatoryperiod must be completedduring 15 hours under supervised conditions.ASSESSMENT PROCEDUREThese units are internallyassessed in Mayandexternally moderated in June.Regular reviewsand presentations willtake place throughout the course as part of the assessment procedure.ENTRY REQUIREMENTSIt is possible to access without any priorexperience in this area. Pupils with GCSE Art may enjoy the creativeaspects ofthis course, but this is not a requirement. It is also possible to study AS Art and Design and AS Photography alongside Textiles.Candidatesshould satisfy theschool’s minimumrequirementsof 5GCSE grades A*-C to begin the course.PROGRESSIONTextilesis a valid choice in combination with anyother A Level for nearly alluniversitycourses. ALevel Textilesisparticularly useful if you wish to studyFashion, Costume, interior Design, Surface Pattern,Art and Design or forthose wishing todo an Art Foundation course.AS LEVELUnit 1: Personal Creative Enquiry40% of full A Level qualification / 100%of AS qualification.A2 LEVELPupilsproduce a sketchbook which demonstrates the development oftechniques, personal responses and approaches to a self-selected theme,and which illustrates their technicalabilities and knowledge. Pupils willundergo a series of textiles workshops.Pupils develop creativetextilesoutcomesinspired by this (of both a decorativeandfunctional nature.) There is no exam unitat AS.Unit 2: Personal Investigation36% of the full A Level qualification.This consists of 2 parts:72
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COURSE SUMMARYThis course is designed for students who wishto pursue a career in theuniformed public services.It providesthe skills and knowledgerelevant toemployment in the police, fire, prisonand armed services. The qualification isequivalent to one A Level. During yourstudies you will cover units such as:• Behaviourand Discipline in the uniformed ProtectiveServices• Teamwork, LeadershipCommunication in the UniformedProtective Services• Introduction to Criminology• Skillsfor outdoor activitiesand the Uniformed Protective ServicesASSESSMENT PROCEDUREThere are two mandatory units, one of which is an externallyassessed examination:• Behaviourand Discipline in the Uniformed Protective Services (Externallyassessed examination)• Teamwork, Leadership and Communication (Internally assessed coursework)Students also have to complete two optional units, which are internally assessed:• Introduction to Criminology• Skillsfor outdoor activitiesand the Uniformed Protective ServicesENTRY REQUIREMENTSIt is possible to access this course withoutany prior experience in this area. Students should have a range of achievementat Level 2, in GCSEs or equivalent qualifications.PROGRESSIONThe course providesthe knowledge, understanding and skillsfor students wishing toenter a career in uniformed public services orarmed forces.Following this course, students can progress toemployment in uniformed protective services orhigher education to study Criminology, PublicServices, Youth work or Police Studies..74
COURSE SUMMARYThe AS and A Level in Welsh Second Language encourages learners to: StudyWelsh with interest, enjoyment and enthusiasmCommunicate correctly and fluently both orally and in writing within a wide range of situations and contextsWrite creatively and factually for a range of purposesAnalyse familiar and unfamiliar texts independentlyListen and respond to the opinions of others when expressinga point of viewExpress an independent opinion,based on knowledge and understanding of literary and factual textsRespond in welsh with clarity, in a relevant, confident and structured mannerPlay an appropriate role in a bilingual society atthe beginning of the twenty-first century.In addition, the AS and A level Specification for Welsh Second Language should encourage candidates to: • Make a connection between various aspects of the subject and provide a suitable foundation which will enable candidates to pursue further studies of the language in future.ENTRY REQUIREMENTSCAREERS WITH THE WELSH LANGUAGEThe ability to speak Welsh is a highly desirable skill intoday’s Wales. This course will lead to a wide variety ofemployment opportunitiesand, like any language, is awell-respected qualification and skill.76COURSE CONTENT• Write 3 extended pieces on a topic of interest (linked to Wales) e.g. diary, interview + newspaper article. Total between 1500 and 2000 words.• Completed throughout the year, handed in by the end of December.• One of the pieces of writing to be completed under exam conditions. (400-600 words) about your experience of learning Welsh•Unit 3 - 15% - The Use of Language and Poetry• 2 hour written examination in 2 parts: • Section A: Questions on different types of linguistic exercises i.e. correcting errors, translating, changing verbs to 3rd person/present to past/singular to plural, and writing a personal response.• Section B: Poetry à 3 questions on any 1 of 5 different poems. Content, style and personal response to the poem will need to be discussed.A2 Level (60%)Unit 4 - 25% - The Oral Examination • Completed with an external examiner in the Summer Term.• Completed in groups of 3 (approx. 45 minutes).• Expected to discuss 3 things:• Section A: Discussing ‘Living through the medium of Welsh’ i.e. Welsh language, your experiences, Welsh in the media etc.• Section B: Discussing a play (‘Crash’).• Section C: Respond to questions on a specific theme that can link all aspects of the course. E.g. family, relationships, responsibility, love and communication.Unit 5 - 15% - : The Welsh Language in Society and Translanguaging • 2 hour written examination• Section A – The Welsh Language in Society: Questions about the language from the 20th century to present day.• Section B – Translanguaging: Read an article in English and write a response in Welsh.Unit 6 - 20% - The Use of Language and the Short Story• 2hr written examination in 2 parts:• Section A: Questions on different types of linguistic exercises and correcting errors, translating, changing verbs to 3rd person/present to past/singular to plural, writing a personal response.• Section B: The Short Story and discuss the content, themes and style of any of the 4 stories studied.There are Three units to AS and Three units to A2AS Level (40%)Unit 1 - 15% - The Oral Examination• Completed with an external examiner usually during the Spring /Summer Term.• Completed in groups of 3 (approx. 35 minutes).• Expected to discuss 2 things.• Section A: Discussing a film (Patagonia)• Section B: Personal Response i.e. discuss the content of the Coursework (unit 2).Unit 2 - 10% - Non-examination Assessment (Coursework)• Completed in class and as homework.Candidates will be expected to have achieved at least a C in GCSE Welsh.
TITLE LEAD EMAILContact list77Advanced Skills Baccalaureate H Lloyd [email protected] and Design S Pearson [email protected] J Ridge [email protected] G Austin [email protected] L Bowness [email protected] Science D Pearce [email protected] N Reardon [email protected] G Austin [email protected] Extended Certificate in Engineering C Harper [email protected] Language & Literature C Jones [email protected] Literature C Jones [email protected] L3 Food Science & Nutrition S Jarrett [email protected] / Spanish G Vicker [email protected] R Bevan [email protected] & Social Care A Clifford [email protected] N Lane [email protected] D Kinsey [email protected] Studies S Owen [email protected] Z Fender [email protected] / BTEC L 3 Sport A Welsford [email protected] S Pearson [email protected] N McCarthy [email protected] Design C Harper [email protected] E Reardon [email protected], Philosophy& Ethics L Florence [email protected] N Reardon [email protected] Design L Tucker [email protected] L3 Uniformed Protective Services D Perkin [email protected] C Davies [email protected]
Internal Applications: Pupils currently at Brynteg should complete the online application form by 4pm on Friday 16th January 2026. This can be accessed by scanning the QR code. You will need to be signed into your Hwb account to complete this form. This form will be available from November 21st 2025:External Applications: Pupils applying to our Sixth Form from outside Brynteg should complete theonline application form by 4pm on Friday 16th January 2026. This can be accessed by scanning the QR code. This form will be available from November 21st 2025:Deadline: All applications must be submitted by 4pm on Friday 16th January 202678These links to the forms will also be found at the following locations:bryntegschool.co.ukbryntegschoolbridgendbryntegschoolbridgendHow to submit your option choicesMr A Harris Head of Sixth Form [email protected] E Reardon Assistant Head of Sixth Form [email protected] K Lewis Deputy Headteacher [email protected] A Rosser Assistant Headteacher [email protected] Information
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