It is our philosophy that the priority of the department is to encourage and motivate our students to achieve their full potential and we have an experienced and committed team of staff to deliver high quality teaching and learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We wish for students to leave our courses with the skills and abilities to help them in their future routes, whether that be higher education or the work place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. It allows students to explore a variety of aspects of human behaviour such as social influence, memory, attachment and biological rhythms. It is a subject that is not only academically beneficial for those studying it but can also be applied to aspects of daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In studying psychology at A Level students have a variety of options to support their future career aspects. Many of our students go on to study psychology at university but for those who are interested in different career paths such as medicine, physiotherapy or even business, psychology is seen as a facilitating subject.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sociology is important because it looks at the structure of society and how its components and institutions fit together. It helps us to understand how institutions can help to socialise individuals in society and this therefore provides a good insight into why we have different cultures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Students are encouraged to develop an interest in and enthusiasm for the study of Politics. This will enable students to develop an insight into political beliefs central to an understanding of the modern world. Studying politics allows students to develop a structured foundation of political knowledge on which to develop skills for citizenship and further study. There is an emphasis on contemporary politics and current areas of constitutional concern. There is a focus on both UK and US politics. Students also learn about the different political ideologies that form the foundation of political belief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Health and Social Care is important because it gives you an understanding of the whole of the healthcare system and how it supports service users and their individual needs. It encompasses a range of subjects including sociology, biology, psychology, nutrition, law and PSHE. Students who undertake this qualification will complete a weekly placement in a relevant setting. Students who complete this course go on to study a variety of health and social care courses such as midwifery, nursing, education, social work and biomedical sciences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This level 3 qualification from AQA is the equivalent to an AS level. It is a 1 year course and it is vital for you to adhere to deadlines in order to achieve success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The EPQ provides an exciting opportunity for you to conduct your own research, something you are interested in or enthusiastic about, but may not be available as part of your formal studies. You will gain valuable UCAS points on completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You decide on a project that you wish to carry out, in consultation with your supervisor and centre co-ordinator, complete the project and submit it within a time frame. An extended project may be an extension of an aspect of your main programme of study, or a totally separate topic in which you have a personal interest. We strongly recommend that you select an area that is completely different from your main programme of study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This qualification is very flexible and taps into your creativity and interests, giving you significant input into choice and design. Your project can be submitted in any format appropriate to the topic. It may consist of an extended written report \/ essay, an investigation or piece of practical work, a performance, a piece of creative work or any other form such as a model, creative piece of writing, or multimedia presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The potential benefits of EPQ are enormous. It allows you to have the opportunity to get deeply involved in a subject that interests you, to develop research skills, to pull together different areas of other subjects you are studying and to develop extended writing skills. These skills are all valuable preparation for going to university. The extra UCAS points it attracts can make a difference to the success of your university application. The EPQ is a well-respected qualification amongst universities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Awarded by IFS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This course will appeal to students who:<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is one of only 2 AS level courses that awards the A* grade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n