prospectus

elcome to

Campsmount Sixth

form’s prospectus.

Since you’re reading this you’re

probably already considering

coming here to do your A levels.

Well, take it from me, it’s

something you should definitely

be considering.

I can honestly say that Campsmount is

a great place to come and study at.

As a student here you get the chance to

be taught by some fantastic teachers,

whatever subjects you choose and you

always feel that you belong here due to

our incredibly friendly atmosphere.

We’re a relatively small sixth form college

but this is a great thing as you’ll find

that within a few weeks you’ll know

everyone in both Year 12 and 13.

This engenders a wonderful spirit and

sense of camaraderie which is really

good for the student experience here.

Our small size also means that classes

are small (my largest class has nine

people in) which is wonderful as it means

you get to know your teachers really

well and get lots of one on one learning

in class. We’re also linked to the lower

school which is great if you’re coming up

from there as you will most likely know

all your teachers already which makes

the transition from GCSE’s to A levels

much easier.

As a student, you’ll find that instead

of being treated like a child, you’re

treated like a responsible young adult

which means that, unlike many places

I’ve heard of, you don’t feel as if you’re

being patronised or talked down to

by teachers. This is in addition to our

great sixth form staff who are incredibly

supportive and who are always striving to

meet your needs.

One of the most exciting prospects

of sixth form is the new school that is

currently being built and will be finished

by Easter 2012. This will contain facilities

at the very cutting edge of technology

and it will also be a place for both

learning and relaxing. As new students,

you’ll get to benefit from this throughout

your entire sixth form career which,

I can assure you, is something we

current students are very jealous of.

I’m currently in year 13 and am aiming

to apply to study Physics at Oxford

University. This isn’t me trying to show

off, I want to show that Campsmount

will allow you to achieve your

potential, whatever that may be. This is

demonstrated by the fact that over the

last two years, virtually everyone in sixth

form who applied to university has got

a place, despite the huge competition

for places.

So, get reading this prospectus and

you’ll soon see what a great place

Campsmount is to take your A levels.

Andrew Wigglesworth, Y13

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Foreword

Campsmount Technology College 6th Form Prospectus 01

‘Care and guidance in the sixth form is excellent and students greatly value the support they recieve’ Ofsted 2010

A levelsYou need to meet all three of the

criteria below:

• 6 GCSE’s of grade ‘C’ or above

from a range of subjects (Including

English and Maths).

• Grade ‘B’ or above in the subject

you want to study at A level.

• After consultation with staff,

they are happy for you to study

the course.

BTEC Health & Social

• 4 GCSE’s of grade ‘C’ or above,

including English and Maths.

* Campsmount is collaborating with

neighbouring schools so we can

offer a breadth of subject choices.

These courses are subject to demand.

Subjects on offer• Art

• Biology

• Business

• Chemistry

• DT (Product Design)

• English Literature

• Film

• French*

• Geography

• Health and Social Care (BTEC)

• History

• IT

• Maths

• Music*

• Music Technology

• Photography*

• Physics

• Physical Education

• Psychology

• Spanish*

Entry into the 6th Form

Testimonials

Art

DT (Product Design)

Music

Music Technology

Photography

Film Studies

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Psychology

Physical Education

Maths

Business

IT

English Literature

French

Spanish

Geography

History

Health & Social Care

Where our students are now

Facilities

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School Lifef you choose to come

to Campsmount

6th form you will be

presenting yourself with lots of

new challenges.

The main focus of these challenges will

be your A levels. They are a big step

from GCSE’s and will require a lot more

revision to prepare for. Homework levels

will also increase but as long as you are

organised and don’t let it get on top of

you then you should be fine. As you only

pick 3-4 subjects, hopefully you will enjoy

them. In my experience it makes the

classes more relaxing and also some of

the work more enjoyable. I say some as I

do Maths and Physics! This has made me

more motivated and has ensured that I

do my best in lessons. As the classes are

small, lessons aren’t the slog they used to

be in GCSE. If you are struggling with any

topic you can easily talk to the teacher,

who has more time for each student,

and as there is less people it is not

embarrassing to ask questions. Speaking

of teachers, you do end up spending a

lot of time with them, which might

sound bad at first, but eventually you

will sort of become friends and the

banter increases.

Within 6th form there is a lot of freedom

as you do get treated more like

adults and the rules are bent slightly.

In Campsmount you get to go into dinner

and get on the bus first, which is a

good advantage. Also at breaks and

dinners you are allowed out of school,

as long as you’re back for the end.

You can also bring in your mobile phone

and other devices like laptops etc.

Within 6th form you also have to

start being independent, as you are

responsible for your education, which

means you don’t have to come to

school every day or do homework,

but you will fail, which brings me onto

free periods. If you pick fewer subjects,

the more free periods you get.

What you do in this time is completely up

to you; apart from you can’t go home.

I particular use them for extra work we

have to do outside of lesson, however if

you are feeling stressed just use

them to relax.

The advantages of coming into the 6th

form this year is that bonding trips have

been introduced. I have just been to

Brecon Beacons on one, and it was

brilliant. It integrates the Yr12’s, Yr13’s and

teachers together. At Brecon Beacons

we did lots of activities including dragon

boating and archery which were very

good, while at night time we did a quiz

and watched some films. The bonding

trip definitely helped as I now talk to the

yr 12’s a lot more than I did.

I think the best advantage of coming

to Campsmount’s 6th form is the help

you get with your UCAS application.

If you want to go to university filling this

application in to the best of your abilities

is essential. With the experience the 6th

form teachers have plus the university

trips you go on, on AC days, you can do

this. If you had to do it all on your own,

like some colleges make you, it would be

very difficult to replicate the high level of

quality, which happens at Campsmount.

Graham Parker, Y13. Graham is on his way to studying

PE at Liverpool

uring my time at

Campsmount, I had

many experiences,

of which, all were spectacular.

After leaving McAuley in Y11 I had loads

of choices where I could go. I rang

Campsmount and went for an interview

and also went to other places.

When going round other places I began

to realise that Campsmount would be

perfect for me because it was a small

sixth form and I would get loads of help

if I needed it, rather than going to a

massive sixth form or college. Being a

new student to the college in Year 12,

I felt like I would’ve been an ‘outsider’

to the community; however it was

completely the opposite. The teachers

and students, all greeted me with open

arms and I felt welcomed within the sixth

form. From the start, I noticed that it was

a type of community where everyone

knew one another and people were so

friendly, helpful and polite, I found it

easy to make new friends of all ages.

I also saw the teachers as friends more

than teachers as they were there to

help whenever I was in need, either

academically or other problems.

There were many opportunities to get

involved in activities with the 6th Form,

such as ski trips to Italy and Austria and

PE trips to Spain and Dubai. I went on

the business studies trip to New York

which was something I’ll never forget.

Regarding the academic side of the

6th form, when exam prep was needed

or coursework was due in, the teachers

were there to help me.

Overall my 2 years at the 6th form were

better than I could ever have imagined

it to be. It has got me to university, an

achievement I never thought I could’ve

done. I made great friends, learnt many

new things and experienced things I

never thought I would do. I would

advise anyone to attend the sixth form

at Campsmount.

Michael Bloomer Michael left in the summer of 2011 and

is studying IT at Derby

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Plain Sailing Or A Leaky Boat?veryone’s in the same

boat is a phrase

that can be used to

describe the first few weeks

of 6th form.

Everyone taking A levels has to deal with

the academic gap between GCSE’s and

A levels, so you’re not on your own.

There is a significant gap between GCSE

and A level that can be hard to adjust

to, yet this gap is lessened through

the support provided by your subject

teachers and the 6th form team.

More homework is set at A level than

at GCSE, in addition to independent

studying away from the college.

However, the timetable allows for

several free lessons which make it easier

to manage your time and you’ll soon

find that independent studying and

homework is much easier to do during

these free lessons, and with other people

from your class. Discussing work with

other people taking that subject can

help you to understand a certain aspect

of the course better, and in turn lighten

the load of fearing that you’ll have to

“deal with it on your own”. Tackling the

challenges of courses with people you

may not have spoken to before will

definitely widen your understanding of

a topic, as well as broaden other skills

vital for life outside of Campsmount,

showing that Campsmount 6th form

is a unique place to learn, not only

educationally, but socially too.

Becky Smith, Y13. Becky is on her way to reading

Psychology at York

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rt is a vehicle for

personal expression,

imagination, sensitivity,

conceptual thinking,observation

and analytical and practical

learning.

In other words... you are able to work in

areas that interest you personally and

show how good you are at doing it as

well. The course provides an opportunity

for candidates to develop a sound

understanding in a number of areas

while still exploring the subject in depth.

Visits to a variety of art galleries are an

integral part of the course.

The course is a mixture of coursework,

personal study and externally set

assignments

DT (Product Design)Art


A All of us come across

situations where there

is a problem to which

we would like a solution. Often

the answer is to go out and buy

something. Sometimes lack

of money or the wish to have

a try, leads us to think of ways

to overcome the problem by

putting something together

ourselves as a solution.

If you have enjoyed creating things at

GCSE Level in Graphics, Electronics,

Resistant Materials or Product Design;

if developments in Technology have

interested you... this may be the

course for you!

In Year 12...Unit 1 – Materials, components

and Application

Based primarily on materials and

components and consisting of

three sections.

• Section1 contains compulsory

limited response questions

• Section 2 offers a choice of one

question from two

• Section 3 contains one

compulsory question

Unit 2 – Learning through Design

and Making

Essentially this is the coursework element

of the examination. This work will be

undertaken throughout the year,

with the setting of a problem, analysis

and development of a range of ideas,

prior to choosing a final solution.

In Year 13...Unit 3 - Design and Manufacture

A written paper based on design and

manufacture looking at these subjects

in depth:

• Materials and components

• Design and market influence

• Process and manufacture

Unit 4 - Design and Making Practice

This is the second piece of coursework,

intended to further the ideas of a

designer working for a client.

Opportunities:The qualification can lead to a degree

in Graphic Design, Product Design,

Furniture Making, Industrial Design,

3D Design, Mechanical Engineering,

Manufacturing Engineering, Design

Technology for Sport, Design Technology

for Aeronautics and Teacher training.

Employment opportunities and prospects

within these areas are good.

igital technology has

revolutionised the

process of recording

and creating music.

The Music Technology course

is an introduction to the basic

techniques of recording,

sequencing and sampling music

and traces the history of music

technology in the pop world.

What will you learn?You will have a practical ‘hands-on’

experience of both analogue and

digital recording, create arrangements

of existing songs/music using computer

software. You will also develop your

skills in listening to unfamiliar music from

the pop/jazz field analysing the various

technical and stylistic features.

There are three strands of assessment to the course:Coursework

Sequencing and recording music from

film, jazz and pop traditions

Exam

A listening exam placed at the end

of the course

Structured Commentary

A logbook to be completed

throughout the course

Future Opportunities?Possible career opportunities include:

• Recording Industry

• Theatre Technician

• PA installation

• Working with bands/performers

• Music Business

o you ... love playing

an instrument and

performing?

Like exploring and creating

new music? Enjoy listening to

music from a range of styles?

Wonder about how and why

music has developed the

way it has?

If yes, then the A level Music course is

for you! Where else can you play music

and get coursework credit for it, create

and record your own music, listen to

music in class, and learn about different

styles of music?

The course is made up of three components:Performing

You are encouraged to develop your

performance skills by playing a range

of styles of music as a soloist and/or an

ensemble member. At AS, you present

a performance of 5-6 minutes. The

requirement extends to 12-15 minutes at

A2, allowing for a wider and balanced

programme of music.

Composing

You learn how to write for instrument(s)

and/or voices, and how to develop

musical ideas. At AS, you create a three-

minute composition based on a task

of your choice, plus CD sleeve notes to

accompany the composition.

At A2, you compose a second three-

minute composition, in addition to

learning to compose using styles and

techniques of other composers.

Developing Musical Understanding

This unit focuses on listening to music

and understanding how it works.

At AS, you study pieces of music from

the two topics: Instrument Music and

Vocal Music. At A2, you continue to

study Instrumental Music, and also

study Applied Music. Pieces range from

Haydn Symphonies and Mozart Piano

Concertos, through Gershwin,

Louis Armstrong and Miles Davis, to the

film music of John Williams. At A2,

you also learn to use a musical score to

identify musical features, and then apply

these principles for yourself.

Accessibility... The course caters for a wide range

of musicians. You are free to choose

any instrument(s) and/or voice(s) and

perform music in any style. You can

perform from a score, or improvise,

as appropriate. The level of performance

is expected to correspond to Grade

5 (AS) and Grade 6 (A2) of graded

examinations of bodies such as the

Associated Board of the Royal Schools of

Music, Trinity Guildhall, Rockschool, and

the London College of Music.

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ilm Studies, as the name

suggests, is a course that

looks at films.

This A level will provide you with an

insight into the creation process of film,

in addition to producers and audiences.

The film industry has developed and

evolved in little over a century. Modern

society is bombarded by film and its

advertising, on a daily basis. For many

people, film plays an important part in

their lives… Why? … Why not choose

this course to find out the answer?

In Year 12...FM1: Exploring Film Form

This coursework module allows you to

be both critical and creative. You must

complete two pieces of coursework;

one requires you to write a short analysis

of a film extract; the other requires

you to create and evaluate a short

film sequence.

FM2: British and American Film

This exam-based module allows you to

further develop your critical skills and

explore the nature of the film industry,

from both a financial and sociological

perspective. The module is split into

three parts; part one focuses both on

producers and audiences as separate

and interrelated entities; part two focuses

on the British film industry from both a

financial and sociological standpoint,

and; part three allows you to compare

two US films that are related either

generically or thematically.

In Year 13... FM3: Film Research and Creative Projects

You must complete two pieces of

coursework; one requires you to research

a number of films on a related topic;

the other requires you to create and

evaluate a short film sequence

FM4: Varieties of Film Experience –

Issues and Debate

This exam-based module allows you to

travel the entire world! You will further

develop your critical skills by exploring

the nature of film, on a national and

international scale. The module is split

into three parts; part one focuses on

world cinema; part two focuses on film

and the spectator, and; part three is a

synoptic section, which allows you to

focus your analysis entirely on one film.

Future Opportunities?Film Studies offers you the

opportunity to work in a number

of fields, such as: Teaching, Media,

Researcher and Public Relations.

he course aims

to provide you

with a thorough

understanding of photography;

camera controls, techniques,

photographic materials, printing

and presentation alongside

a study of photography in a

historical and social context.

This course requires you to work using

both traditional silver-based darkroom

processes and digital photography and

manipulation. This could be working in

areas such as portraiture, documentary

and/or photojournalism, environmental

photography and experimental

photography.

In Year 12... Unit 1 - Coursework, comprising

of practical, theoretical and

contextual study

Unit 2 - Coursework

Unit 3 - Externally set assignment

In Year 13...Unit 4 - Coursework

Unit 5 - Personal illustrated study

(approximately 3000 words)

Unit 6 - Practical coursework with

supporting written study

(approximately 1000 words)

Unit 7 - Externally set assignment

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hemistry is the study of

materials; what they

are made of, how they

interact with each other and

their surroundings and the role

they play in living things.

As such chemistry occupies a central

position in science, linking disciplines from

mathematics to medicine and affects

every aspect of our lives. Our clothes,

the paper we write on, the food we eat,

even the celebratory drink when exams

are over, all have been improved by

people studying Chemistry.

In Year 12...Unit 1 - Atoms, Bonds and Groups

Takes atomic structure to a higher level

and applies this knowledge to the

periodic table.

Unit 2 - Chains, Energy and Resources

Introduces organic chemistry and

how we make new molecules,

whilst considering our impact on

the environment.

Unit 3 - Practical Skills

You will be assessed on practical skills

used during laboratory sessions.

These assessments will concentrate on

your ability to observe, measure, analyse

and evaluate results.

In Year 13...Unit 1 - Rings, Polymers and Analysis This unit continues the study of organic

chemistry and how we analyse and

identify the products.

Unit 2 - Equilibria, Energetics and Elements Considers the rate and equilibrium of

chemical reactions and also the energy

changes involved.

Unit 3 - Practical Skills

Future Opportunities?The choices with a Chemistry A level

are numerous and varied. For example

you can continue your studies of the

discipline to degree level studying

Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry,

Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry and

Chemistry with Computer Science

Or you can embark upon one of the

many professions for which an A level

in Chemistry is essential, such as

Medicine, Chemical Engineering,

Dentistry, Nursing, and Physiotherapy.

level Biology deals with

life processes, with an

emphasis on human

biology and the ways in which

we are affected by, and in return

influence other living things.

In Year 12...Unit 1 – Cells, Exchange and Transport

You will learn about cell structure;

the parts of a cell you can see with light

and electron microscopy, how a cell

can interact with its surrounding and

other cells, also how cells divide.

This allows you to develop your

understanding of the complex transport

systems of both plants and animals.

Unit 2 – Molecules, Biodiversity,

Food and Health

This module focuses on the biological

molecules that are the building blocks

of life, in particular carbohydrates,

proteins, lipids and DNA. The study of

habitats develops your understanding of

the breadth of living things in the world

around us. You will learn to classify all

living organisms, how life on earth has

evolved and how the actions of humans

can influence life on earth.

In Year 13...Unit 1 – Communication,

Homeostasis and Energy

This unit looks at the role of hormones

and nerves in the whole organism

communication systems. The role of the

kidney in excretion is studied and how

energy is involved in photosynthesis

and respiration.

Unit 2 – Control, Genomes and Environment

This unit builds on your knowledge of

DNA from AS Level Biology. Looking at

the role of DNA and how it controls life at

a cellular level. You will also consider the

role of genetic information in variation.

Cloning is studied along with how

industry uses biotechnology.

Finally an understanding of how the

plants and animals respond to their

environment is studied.

Unit 3 – Practical Skills in Biology

You will carry out complex practical

techniques and practical tasks under

examination conditions. You will be

required to demonstrate the ability to

interpret, analyse and process data,

this will also be tested under

examination conditions.

Future Opportunities?• Medicine

• Vetinary Science

• Nursing/Midwifery

• Physiotherapy

• P.E.

• Biology teacher/lecturer

• Forensic Scientist

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sychology teaches

you how to persuade

everyone else that

they are the strange ones!

The topics that are covered are

designed to interest, motivate and

stimulate you through your learning.

Once you get to grips with something like

this you will find it extremely rewarding.

Psychology has made a major

contribution to our understanding of

human and animal behaviour. If you feel

like a challenge and fancy learning a

bit more about the way people behave

then come and have a go.

In Year 12...Unit 1: In this unit you will study the

six main approaches to psychology.

You will learn about brain and nerve

functions and review the genetic basis

of behaviour. You will also study gender

development and review various

methods used in psychological research.

Unit 2: Individual Differences, Social

Psychology and Cognitive Psychology.

The three areas of study in this unit

are Social Influence, Remembering

and Forgetting.

In Year 13...Unit 3 - Child development and

applied options

• Section A – Addressing the

development of children including

how they form attachments

and relationships.

• Section B – Applied Psychology

Options to include Cognition

and the Law, Mood Disorders,

Stress, Substance Abuse and

Forensic Psychology.

Unit 4 - Approaches, Debates and

Methods in Psychology

This unit expands work already covered

in Unit 1 regarding approaches to

Psychology. It deals in more depth with

debates in Psychology and takes a

closer look at research methodology.

Future Opportunities?As a career choice Psychology offers

you the opportunity to work in a number

of fields, such as: Educational Health,

Occupational, Sport and/or Child

Psychology. Other caring avenues

include: Nursing, Teaching, Social Work

as well as Psychiatry.

e are living in an

exciting age of

technological

developments that mainly owe

their advancements to the

science of Physics.

Studying Physics to a level beyond GCSE

will equip you with skills that are valuable

in ALL science related careers – however,

it may surprise you to hear that many

employers in non-scientific areas are

realising the value of a higher physics

qualification – the question is, have you?

From fundamental particles: quarks and

leptons to black holes and the universe,

physics - as a subject – really has no

equal in scale, depth and diversity.

And, therefore, no wonder it’s a tough

subject; but it’s worth the journey for

those with a passion for learning,

or those that need the subject for their

future career, or for those that need a

bigger challenge than they have so far

encountered, or for... those that don’t

know yet?

Here is a small example of the

importance of physics in sport: Why was

it that our cyclists in the Beijing Olympics

2008 were so successful? Yes they were

supreme athletes; no question of that,

but in addition to that, the cycles and

equipment they enjoyed were designed

and built, according to Professor Dave

Brailsford, performance director,

with ‘superior physics’ to that of any

other nation. Interesting!

What you will learn?The breakdown of the course is in 3 units.

Two of these are assessed externally

while the third unit involves practical

skills and investigative practical skills and

is assessed by the college throughout

the year.

Briefly you will focus on:

• Particles, Quantum Phenomena

and Electricity (40%)

• Mechanics, Materials

and Waves (40%)

• Investigative and Practical Skills

in AS Physics (20%)

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S Maths

The common route in Yr12 will be

Pure Core 1, Pure Core 2 and Statistics 1;

these three modules will then qualify for

an AS Level.

Core Maths will build on the basics of

trigonometry and algebra learnt at GCSE

and introduces further, more demanding

topics, such as calculus and co-ordinate

geometry. For example, you will learn

quick ways of summing a series of

numbers that are in a pattern.

Statistics builds on the data handling,

data analysis and probability skills learnt

at GCSE and introduces new more

demanding topics such as permutations,

combinations and expectation. You will

learn, for example, how to work out your

chances of winning the lottery!

A2 Maths

Core Maths will extend the topics

covered at AS and introduce new topics

such as numerical methods for solving

equations and properties of functions.

Decision Mathematics is the application

of mathematical modelling to solve

real world problems, often arising from

commercial and managerial concerns.

It involves the study of algorithms, graphs

and networks. For example, you will learn

how to work out the least amount of

cable that a TV company will need to

connect a group of villages.

What can you do with A level Maths?Your career opportunities after

following an AS Level Maths course

are extensive. Maths is seen as one

of the three basic subjects which

everyone ‘needs’. An AS or A2 in Maths

will demonstrate to employers that you

have skills in numeracy, data handling,

problem solving and logical thinking.

Engineering, commerce, management,

sciences and computer work all use

elements of maths which you will

meet in the A level course.

level PE builds upon the

knowledge and skills

gained at GCSE.

The big difference is that you hone

your sports from the 4 you studied at

GCSE, to 2 in Y12 and then 1 in Y13. This

means that you focus on sports that you

are enthusiastic about and become

a specialist in that area. It will also

introduce you to new and interesting

topics and experiences. The course is

challenging but rewarding and

good fun!

In Year 12...Unit 1: An introduction to PE

• Anatomy and Physiology

• Classification and development of

motor skills and abilities

• Socio-Cultural Studies relating to

participation in physical activity

Unit 2: Acquiring, developing and

evaluating practical skills in

Physical Education

• Evaluating and planning for the

improvement of performance

In Year 13...Unit 3: Principles and concepts across

different areas of Physical Education

Historical studies

• Popular recreation in

pre-industrial Britain

• 19th century public schools

Comparative studies

• Comparing sport in the UK with

sports in Australia and the USA

Sports Psychology

• Individual and group dynamics of

performance and audience effects

• Mental preparation for

physical activity

Bio mechanics

• Linear Motion and force in

physical activity

• Stability and angular motion

physical activity

Exercise and sport physiology

• Energy

• Health components of physical fitness

Unit 4: The improvement of effective

performance and the critical evaluation

of practical activities in Physical Education

• Evaluation, appreciation and the

improvement of performance

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ant to go into games

programming and

development?

Fancy going into web design?

Well this course will open

doors into a career that will be

enjoyable and challenging.

IT is suitable for people studying in

preparation for employment in the

Information and Communication

Technology sector particularly in job roles

where they will be expected to use ICT

skills and liaise with users.

During the two year course you will study 6 units which are as follows:

1. Digital Business Communication

2. Collaborative Working

3. Problem Solving

4. Creating a Digital Showcase

5. Digital Imaging and Photography

6. The Internet: Past, Present & Future

All units are centre-assessed and there

are no timetabled exams!

orget Alan Sugar and

The Apprentice. Forget

Duncan Bannatyne and

the dragons in the den.

YOU are the next big

entrepreneur to make it big.

If you don’t know what an

entrepreneur is you need not

apply for a place on this course

‘cause you’re already fired!

If you want to take risks and think you

have what it takes then step forward...

The course is divided into 4 units, with 2

compulsory units being studied in Year 12

and 2 further units in Year 13. There is also

the possibility to visit New York in Year 13

as part of your studies.

Unit 1

• The nature of business; managing

finance and personnel

• Classification of business, ownership,

legal identity, growth and size

• The market; market mechanism

• External influences;

political, economical, social

and technological

Unit 2

• Marketing; market analysis and

marketing strategy

• Accounting and finance; cash flow,

break even, final accounts

• People; labour turnover, motivation

• Production; quality, stock control

Unit 3

• Market segmentation; targeting a

specific audience

• Market research; meeting the needs

of consumers

• Planning;formulatingmarketing

strategies

• Marketing mix; getting the products

right and pricing them up

Unit 4

• Short term and long term strategy

• Forecasting and decision making

• Analysing performance

• Managing change

Future Opportunities?Business Studies covers many aspects

and skills that are transferable to both

further study and the workplace.

Presentation skills, teamwork,

report writing, analysis, management,

leadership, accounting and marketing

are all covered and will equip and

help you with whatever you do

after A levels!

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he A level French

course builds on and

develops the skills

acquired at GCSE.

Our aim in the first term is to increase

your vocabulary, revise the grammar

from GCSE and eventually introduce

new grammar points.

Topics covered on the course will include:

• Daily Life

• Sports and Pastimes

• Food and Drink

• Social issues

• Media

• Education…..and many more!

You will cover 4 units:Unit 1 – Speaking Test

This assessment consists of role-play and

topic discussion.

Unit 2 – Written Paper

This written paper is designed to test

the other three skills, with a variety of

listening, reading and written tests.

Unit 3 – Speaking Test

This speaking test contains discussion of

an article in the target language and

topic discussion.

Unit 4 – Written Paper

Tasks involving comprehension and

manipulation of language as well as an

extended essay.

Future Opportunities?You can use French in many ways.

You can continue the language and

pursue a career in Business, Law,

Education, Banking, Diplomatic Service,

Journalism and many more openings.

nglish Literature is an

extremely broad and

satisfying A level which

will challenge you to consider

new ideas and concepts.

Be prepared to discuss the views and

opinions of critics, analyse texts in detail

and read extensively around the subject.

It is acknowledged by Higher Education

Institutions as a versatile subject and is

recognised as a valuable A level,

no matter what career path you choose.

AS Level:Unit 1: Aspects of Narrative

Four texts must be studied including

Arundhati Roy’s ‘God of Small Things’

plus Mark Haddon’s ‘Curious Incident of

the Dog in the Nightime’. You will learn to

closely analyse the narrative method of

each text.

Furthermore, you will be given an

anthology of poetry dating from 1800 to

1945 that includes poetry from Tennyson,

Browning, Coleridge, Keats, Auden,

Hardy and Rossetti. You will study two

of these poets in depth. Currently we

are studying the poetry of WH Auden

and Christina Rossetti. You will learn to

compare texts through focusing on an

aspect of narrative.

Unit 2: Dramatic Genres

You will study two plays within the

dramatic genre of tragedy. At least one

play must be by Shakespeare (currently

we are studying ‘King Lear’). You will

produce two pieces of written work,

each of 1500 words, one of which

may be re-creative, based on

the plays studied.

A2 Level: Unit 3: Texts and Genres

Within this unit you will focus on

developing your ideas on the

significance of genre through the

categories ‘Elements of the Gothic’

or ’Elements of the Pastoral’. Three texts

must be studied and at least one of

these must come from the 1300 –

1800 era. We currently study Elements

of the Gothic, focusing on Stoker’s

‘Dracula’. The ‘Bloody Chamber’ and

Milton’s ‘Paradise Lost’.

Unit 4: Further and Independent Reading

You will study at least three texts, one

of which is a pre-released anthology of

critical writing. The aim of the unit is to

consider the different ways of reading

texts and the critical ideas that can

be applied. Your portfolio of writing will

produce two pieces of written work, one

of which will be a comparative study of

an aspect of two texts. The second may

be a re-creative piece based on the

application of critical ideas.

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GeographySpanish


eography is the study

of the relationship

between people and

their environment.

As a subject it bridges the gap between

pure science and social studies.

This is what makes it the ideal subject

for starting further education because it

gives you a broad base upon which to

build your future career.

The course offered at Campsmount is

designed to give you the best possible

chance of success. It consists of 4

modules, which cover both the physical

and human aspects. Two modules are

sat at the end of year 12 to gain an AS

grade and two modules are sat at the

end of Year 13 to gain an A2 level.

In Year 12...Unit 1: Physical and Human Geography

The study of core geographical

concepts. In this module, you will study

2 human and 2 physical modules.

Unit 2: Geographical Skills

A geographical skills paper based on the

content of unit 1.

In Year 13...Unit 3: Contemporary Geographical Issues

An issues based approach to

contemporary geographical themes.

You must select three topics; at least one

from the physical options and at least

one from the human options.

Optional Physical topics:

• Plate tectonics and

associated hazards

• Weather and climate and

associated hazards

• Ecosystems: Change and Challenge

Optional Human topics:

• World cities

• Development and globalisation

• Contemporary conflicts

and challenges

And then you will complete one of the modules below:Unit 4A: Geography Fieldwork Investigation

This unit gives you the opportunity to

extend an area of the subject content

into a more detailed fieldwork study.

You take your fieldwork folder into

the exam and use this to analyse and

evaluate your own data and results in

response to the questions set.

Unit 4B: Geographical Issue Evaluation

This unit gives you the opportunity to

use your skills of analysis, synthesis

and evaluation. An Advance Information

booklet is pre-released 2 months prior

to the exam to facilitate your research

into an area which extends from the

specification content.

Gpanish, like all

languages, is high

in demand in the

workplace. Whether it is as a

standalone subject or whether

it compliments other areas

such as English, Business or Law

companies want people who

are bi or multi-lingual.

The qualification itself is a combination

of speaking, listening and written form.

You will focus on:

• Society

• Law & Order

• Pollution

• Culture

• Education

and many more! As well as timetabled lessons you will

spend time with the Spanish Assistant to

refine your speaking and written forms.

The subject requires you to become

immersed in language and work

independently outside of lessons reading

Spanish magazines/newspapers and

watching Spanish films for example.

S

his course is not an

A level course but a

BTEC Diploma. It is the

equivalent of 3 A levels and

as such if you opt to study

this course it will be the only

one you take!

Is the course for you?Our course will take your learning to an

advanced level, and help you gain a

new perspective on a range of health

and social care issues. Throughout the

course, you will study a variety of topics,

ranging from anatomy and physiology,

to equality, diversity, and human rights.

If you are keen to develop a career in

the health and social care sector,

either through employment based

training, or if you are thinking of going to

university then this is the course for you!

How will you be assessed?You will complete assignments for each

unit of study. Assignment format will range

from written assignments to projects and

presentations. There are no exams!

Where can this lead?Our Extended Diploma is the equivalent

to three A levels and is widely recognised

by employers and universities. This means

that you could progress to university and

studying a variety of degrees, such as

Nursing, Midwifery, and Social Work. Or if

you wish to go into employment straight

away, you could work in a variety of

sectors such as, registered care homes,

nurseries, schools, and hospitals.

Enrichment opportunities:As a compulsory part of the course

you will complete 100 hours of work

experience in at least 1 work placement.

Past students have gained experience

working in the social care sector for the

local council, local care homes, nurseries,

hospitals and schools.

Health & Social CareHistory


TAt AS level:

The origins of the American Civil War

You are given the opportunity to consider

the reason for the outbreak of the

American Civil War in the USA 1861.

Focussing specifically on developments

which led to the increasing tension

between the northern and southern

states of the union.

The Early Stuarts and the Origins of the

English Civil War 1603-42

In addition to the document-based study

of the US Civil War, you are given the

opportunity to consider the reason for

the outbreak of Civil War in England in

1642 and the importance of the Stuarts

in this significant event of British history.

You will consider the role of James and

the Church in the ‘run-up’ to the Civil War

following through with the importance

of financial issues at the time and the

problems that were inherited by

King Charles I.

At A2 level:Coursework

This unit is made up of two 2000 word

pieces of coursework and is based on

the two skill elements of interpretation

and investigation. The first element is

based on the examination of a number

of historian’s interpretations of the

Thatcher era of British Government

1979-90. The second element,

investigation, is a 2000 word long piece

of individual coursework which is linked

back to the interpretation topic.

Historical Themes Module

The topic for this unit is the changing

relationship between Great Britain and

Ireland from 1798 to 1922, requiring you

to analyse events and turning points

during this period thematically.

Future Opportunities?History is a very useful subject for a

variety of occupations that require

the skills of thinking, interpretation

and analysis.

Career choices may include:

• Teaching

• Lawyer

• Barrister

• Research

• Journalism

• Police

• Archivist

• Archaeology

A list of where some of our students went this year...

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Robert Barker University of Lincoln Politics

Sophie Bevan Liverpool John Moore University English

Harley Langfield Lancaster University Sociology

Manuel Bisby University of Doncaster Business Management

Michael Bloomer University of Derby Computing

Lauren Booth University of Huddersfield Psychology

Thomas Coe Hull University Primary Teaching

Connor Evans University of Teeside Sport and Exercise (Coaching Science)

Kane Gibbon Sheffield Hallam University Mathematics

Charlotte Greaves Leeds Metropolitan University Business and Management

Stephanie Hayward Sheffield Hallam University Design and Technology with Education and Qualified Teacher Status

Daniel Hobson Leeds Metropolitan University Law

Andrew Lewins University of Derby Health and Social Care

Chloe Lewins University of Doncaster Early Childhood Studies

Ellis Meek Sheffield University Geography

Kirsten Oliver York St John University Creative Writing & English Literature

Dominic Parker Leeds Metropolitan University Music Technology

Joseph Readman University of Teeside Sports Development

Ben Sanderson Keele University American Studies and History

Andrew Smith Sheffield Hallam University Computer and Information Security

Keil Taylor University of Huddersfield Chemistry with Forensic Science

Thomas Brennan Liverpool John Moore University Politics

Thomas Wright Sheffield Hallam University Environmental Conservation

am so glad that I

chose to come to

Campsmount’s sixth

form after completing my GCSE’s

this summer. It has enabled me

to maintain a close relationship

between staff and students,

as well as being a convenient

and successful school.

The sixth form has facilities which

allow me to work effectively whilst still

socialising with my friends. During my

free periods I can relax in the common

room, or alternatively go to the quiet

Sixth Form Study Room and use the

computers to complete homework or

conduct research. If I am working on a

multimedia project I can also use all of

the facilities in the Mac Suite, which has

brand new, top of the range computers

and other helpful technologies that help

me produce the highest quality of

work possible. In addition to the Mac

Suite the sixth form has access to the

modern, up to date Learning Resource

Centre (LRC) which contains a multitude

of books and magazines that we can

use as sources in our coursework or help

us revise for exams.

Members of the sixth form are also able

to access the gym and sports hall at any

time during the day, which is a great

(and cheap!) way to escape

the pressures of A level.

Choosing Campsmount sixth form also

gave me the opportunity to be one

of the first students taught in the new

school. I get to experience all of the

fantastic new facilities and I really

can’t wait.

Choosing the sixth form has opened

up so many doors for me, and I feel

confident that I’ll successfully complete

A levels and hopefully have the

opportunity to attend university in

the near future!

Anna Murgatroyd, Y12 Anna is on her way to Cambridge

to study Law

Facilities

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How To ApplyThere is an ‘Open Evening’ in November for you to have an informal chat with teachers about the courses and then we go from there....

OPEN EVENINGWEDNESDAY 9 NOVEMBERStarting at 6pmYour sixth form team:N Grove Head of Sixth Form

J Sapsford Head of Y12

G Faulkner Tutor

D Hudson Tutor

G Levy Tutor

C Stokoe Tutor

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