Are you considering a career in a medical related industry? Do you want to know more about the human body, physiology, pathology, diseases and therapies? Are you interested about health and the way is which we recover from injuries? If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes!’ then Medical Science AAQ is the subject for you! This course is ideal for anyone who wants to pursue a career in science and combines academic study with the acquisition of practical skills. Throughout the two-year course, you will explore key concepts across all three main sciences whilst also developing practical experience in laboratory techniques and investigatory skills, beneficial for employability within the science sector. AAQs are new qualifications that equate to one A Level choice. You will study the AAQ alongside two other A Level options. You can only study one AAQ, so this subject cannot be taken with the Applied Science AAQ. This subject contains a mix of internally assessed units and internally assessed units, which the majority of this being externally assessed. Units 1, and 2 are assessed through a sat exam whilst the other units are assessed through internally set assignments. AAQ Medical Science AAQ add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level Edexcel 4.5 Up to 56 New for 2025 Filton 3 This website is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to discover and apply for our range of offerings. Summary Are you considering a career in a medical related industry? Do you want to know more about the human body, physiology, pathology, diseases and therapies? Are you interested about health and the way is which we recover from injuries? If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes!’ then Medical Science AAQ is the subject for you! This course is ideal for anyone who wants to pursue a career in science and combines academic study with the acquisition of practical skills. Throughout the two-year course, you will explore key concepts across all three main sciences whilst also developing practical experience in laboratory techniques and investigatory skills, beneficial for employability within the science sector. AAQs are new qualifications that equate to one A Level choice. You will study the AAQ alongside two other A Level options. You can only study one AAQ, so this subject cannot be taken with the Applied Science AAQ. This subject contains a mix of internally assessed units and internally assessed units, which the majority of this being externally assessed. Units 1, and 2 are assessed through a sat exam whilst the other units are assessed through internally set assignments. Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including English Language. A grade 5 or above in GCSE Maths and a minimum of grade 5 or 5-5 in GCSE Sciences. Due to the mathematical element of this qualification, we recommend applicants consider taking Core Maths as a fourth subject. Course Content Over the course of the two years you will study: 1, Principles of Human Physiology, Anatomy and Pathology: You will explore the biological principles that underpin medical science. You will study how the human body functions at a cellular and tissue level and gain an understanding of the various organ systems that comprise the human body. 2. Health issues and Scientific Reporting: You will further develop your understanding of medical science through learning about contemporary health issues, alongside developing your knowledge about scientific analysis, evaluation and reporting. 3. Practical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases: In this unit you will investigate the effect of antimicrobial agents on the growth of microorganisms and infectious diseases. You will draw on their wider scientific understanding 4. Biomedical Science: In this unit you will examine the role of biomedical scientists in identifying the causes of disease and in helping medical personal to offer suitable treatments. Progression Routes The knowledge and skills gained through studying the Medical Science course are beneficial to learners wanting to continue their studies within a scientific or health related field such as Physiotherapy or laboratory work within healthcare industries and degrees in the same area. Additional Learning Opportunities You might consider joining our Science Academy where you further your skillset in Science by completing a Gold CREST Award. CREST Awards are a nationally recognised scheme from the British Science Association which allows you to complete an extended research project on a science topic of your choice! STEM@Lunch talks are an additional opportunity for any learner, particularly those who study the sciences, to listen to a range of academics and employers talk about their work and research. "SGS Sixth was an amazing experience for me. My teachers were always on hand to help with any of my problems and ensure I achieved my maximum potential." Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. Careers Advice Academies

Are you interested in why people commit crimes, why girls do better than boys in school, or to what extent religion is still important in the world? Would you like to know more about the issues and challenges in society and what different people use to justify their opinions? Would you like to know more about the how mass movements are created and what unites and divides communities and cultures? Would you like to know more about critical issues in the workplace and what our rights and responsibilities are? If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes,’ then Sociology is the subject for you! Sociology teaches you the skill of debate; how to structure and argument and how to evaluate ideas against each other. During the course you will discuss a wide range of topics including race, gender, ethnicity, and religion. You will look at social movements over the past 100 years to establish the route of society and to give you a sense of where society is placed today. The subject teaches tolerance, diversity and equality and discusses issues where these are less commonplace in society with the aim of understanding the issues to create change in society towards a more equal, tolerant place. It can become quite political and an interest in current affairs is necessary. It will suit anyone interested in pursuing a career in law, journalism, police, teaching, and wider social roles. Sociology is taught on the AQA specification. It is fully examination based. The exams are a mix of short answers and longer form essay questions. You will sit the A Level exams at the end of your second year and there are three papers for the subject. A Level Sociology add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level AQA 4.5 A* = 56 97% Filton 3 81% A* - C This website is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to discover and apply for our range of offerings. Summary Are you interested in why people commit crimes, why girls do better than boys in school, or to what extent religion is still important in the world? Would you like to know more about the issues and challenges in society and what different people use to justify their opinions? Would you like to know more about the how mass movements are created and what unites and divides communities and cultures? Would you like to know more about critical issues in the workplace and what our rights and responsibilities are? If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes,’ then Sociology is the subject for you! Sociology teaches you the skill of debate; how to structure and argument and how to evaluate ideas against each other. During the course you will discuss a wide range of topics including race, gender, ethnicity, and religion. You will look at social movements over the past 100 years to establish the route of society and to give you a sense of where society is placed today. The subject teaches tolerance, diversity and equality and discusses issues where these are less commonplace in society with the aim of understanding the issues to create change in society towards a more equal, tolerant place. It can become quite political and an interest in current affairs is necessary. It will suit anyone interested in pursuing a career in law, journalism, police, teaching, and wider social roles. Sociology is taught on the AQA specification. It is fully examination based. The exams are a mix of short answers and longer form essay questions. You will sit the A Level exams at the end of your second year and there are three papers for the subject. Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including Maths. A grade 5 or above in GCSE English Language. Course Content You will study three units in the first year and three units in the second year. Year 1 1. ‘Education’: This unit investigates the role and functions of the education system, differential educational achievement of social groups by social class, gender and ethnicity in contemporary society, relationships, and processes within schools. You will also explore the hidden curriculum, and the organisation of teaching and learning. Alongside this, you will explore the significance of educational policies, including policies of selection, marketisation and privatisation, and policies to achieve greater equality of opportunity or outcome, for an understanding of the structure, role, impact, and experience of and access to education; the impact of globalisation on educational policy. 2. ‘Research Methods’: You will examine quantitative and qualitative methods of research; research design, sources of data, including questionnaires, interviews, participant and non-participant observation, experiments, documents, and official statistics. 3. ‘Families’: This unit explores the relationship of the family to the social structure and social change, changing patterns of marriage and cohabitation, gender roles and domestic life and the nature of childhood. You will investigate how family life is changing in a postmodern world and look at family diversity, the impact of government policy on the family as well as the influence of immigration and culture from living in a global world. We also study the contentious issues of gender roles in the home looking at how the family is viewed at patriarchal by feminists and how extremes of this result in domestic violence. This topic is wide ranging and discusses many issues surrounding family life in a contemporary, global world. Year 2 4. ‘Sociology of Belief’: You will ask the question ‘is religion a force for social change or does it reflect tradition and keep society the same.’ You will look at the theories of Functionalism, Feminism, Marxism, Weber, and postmodernism to establish the view of religion in society taking the idea that powerful groups have used religion to support their viewpoint and keep society operating to their advantage. You will compare this to the view that religion is a force for change looking at Eastern and Western fundamentalism, Liberation Theology and Black Civil Rights movements among other theories to establish the effect of religion on society. You will examine secularisation; is religion declining and why and look at the rise of cults and sects and new religious movements, including spirituality, and whether this replaces the decline of traditional religion. We look at the effect of religion on social groups e.g., age, gender, race. 5. ‘Crime and Deviance’: If you were not born criminal, what makes someone turn towards crime? Looking at the main theories ideas regarding the structuring of society; Marxism, feminism, New Right etc you will seek to understand the true cause of crime and therefore prevent it. You will ask the question whether prison works and if not, then what works better? looking at a global perspective comparing other countries’ systems of punishment. You will look at the effect of crime on social groups in terms of perpetrator and victim including race, gender, and age. You will look at crime prevention and track crime rates across time and place. 6. ‘Sociological Theory’: You will study the principal theories including Functionalism, Feminism, Marxism, Postmodernism, New Right. Looking at the debate between structure and action; does society control action, or do individuals have free will. You will also ask the question is science a new religion and not actually as impartial as we think it is. Progression Routes There are a range of different career opportunities open to you if you study Sociology. For example, this could include careers in law and policing, education, politics and the civil service as a policy analyst or researcher, social work and marketing or business. You could progress onto a university degree to study Sociology further, however the skills gained in the subject are also applicable to a range of different degrees, including many humanities-based courses. Sociology can be combined with a variety of different subjects. Some suggested good subject combinations include Law, Psychology and Criminology to further develop skills and understanding in shared themes, Politics, History or Geography. Additional Learning Opportunities If you study Sociology, you may like to join our Sociology Academy which further delves into the topics and discussions that take place in the classroom and explores other topics. You may also like to join our Legal Academy if you find the Crime and Deviance aspect of the subject interesting, or the Psychology Academy which also explores some of the themes covered in the subject. There are also opportunities for different trips in Sociology including a trip to the Bristol Law Courts. We have also previously held a ‘behind closed bars’ day for Sociology learners with speakers coming in to talk about their real-life experiences of the Criminal Justice system and legal reforms. "SGS Sixth was an amazing experience for me. My teachers were always on hand to help with any of my problems and ensure I achieved my maximum potential." Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. Careers Advice Academies

Are you interested in a career in healthcare, engineering, energy, or consumer products? Have you wondered what makes up the world around us and how these interact with each other and with us? Are you interested in research, experimentation and developing problem solving and analytical skills? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then Chemistry is the subject for you! Chemistry is the study of matter: what are substances made of, how they interact and what role they play in living organisms and other processes. Chemistry is all around us, from the air that we breathe, to the food we eat and the clothes that we wear. It develops analytical and evaluative skills gained from practical experiments and exploration of theories. This subject is taught on the OCR exam board. You will sit the A Level exams at the end of your second year. There are three exams and you will also need to complete a minimum of 12 practical activities over the course of the A Level. A Level Chemistry add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level OCR 4.5 A* = 56 90% Filton 3 This website is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to discover and apply for our range of offerings. Summary Are you interested in a career in healthcare, engineering, energy, or consumer products? Have you wondered what makes up the world around us and how these interact with each other and with us? Are you interested in research, experimentation and developing problem solving and analytical skills? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then Chemistry is the subject for you! Chemistry is the study of matter: what are substances made of, how they interact and what role they play in living organisms and other processes. Chemistry is all around us, from the air that we breathe, to the food we eat and the clothes that we wear. It develops analytical and evaluative skills gained from practical experiments and exploration of theories. This subject is taught on the OCR exam board. You will sit the A Level exams at the end of your second year. There are three exams and you will also need to complete a minimum of 12 practical activities over the course of the A Level. Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including English Language. A grade 6 in GCSE Maths plus a grade 7 in GCSE Chemistry or 7-7 in GCSE Combined Science. We will accept learners with a grade 6 in GCSE Maths and GCSE Chemistry or 6-6 GCSE Combined Science if they pass an entrance assessment. Course Content Year 1 In the first year you will study four units. 1. ‘Development of practical skills in chemistry’: This unit develops the practical and fundamental skills to be successful in chemistry. You will be shown how to solve problems in a practical context, how to use different apparatus and equipment and how to analyse and evaluate results. 2. ‘Foundations in chemistry’: In this unit you will explore the basics of chemistry, such as atomic structure and relative masses, the formulae of ionic compounds, interaction between acids and bases, different types of bonding and how they affect the physical properties of substances. 3. ‘Periodic table and energy’: This unit examines inorganic and physical chemistry and how energy use works in everyday life and industrial processes and the relationship of this to sustainability. You will explore the periodic table and how it is structured and why, you will examine Group 2 metals and redox reactions, look at the halogen elements and develop skills in qualitative analysis and physical chemistry including enthalpy changes, reaction rates and chemical equilibrium. 4. ‘Core organic chemistry’: The last unit of the first year introduces organic chemistry and its application to everyday life. The unit also provides you with a knowledge of the important chemical ideas that underpin the study of organic chemistry, such as nomenclature and formulae representation, functional groups, organic reactions and isomerism, aliphatic hydrocarbons, alcohols and haloalkanes. The unit will also develop practical skills and analytical techniques to provide evidence of structural features in molecules. Year 2 In the second year you will study two units: 5. ‘Physical chemistry and transition elements’: This unit explore further the study of energy, reaction rates and equilibria, and the periodic table. You will look at rate equations, orders of reaction and equilibrium constants. You will also examine lattice enthalpy and Born-Haber cycles as well as entropy, free energy, electrochemical cells and transition elements. 6. ‘Organic chemistry and analysis’: The last unit further develops understanding of organic chemistry, exploring aromatic compounds, carboxylic acids and esters, nitrogen-based compounds and polymers. You will also further develop your analytical and practical skills in synthesising liquid and solid organic compounds. Progression Routes Studying Chemistry will allow you to progress onto a variety of routes. Combining Chemistry with other sciences, such as Biology and Physics allows you to apply for Medicine and healthcare related courses. Combining Chemistry with Applied Science, or Forensic Science allows you to focus your skills for real-world laboratory-based employment options. A combination of Geography and Chemistry also opens opportunities for Geology and earth sciences-based careers and degrees. Additional Learning Opportunities Learners studying Chemistry are encouraged to join either our Science Academy or Medical Academy based on your career direction. In these academies you will further develop the skills and learning in these subjects to really make your UCAS application stand out to universities. You also have the opportunity to take part in our regular STEM@Lunch talks where various academies come in and speak on a variety of different science-based topics. In addition, you will also be able to spend a day doing practical work in ChemLabs at Bristol University, using their bespoke advanced equipment and apparatus. "SGS Sixth was an amazing experience for me. My teachers were always on hand to help with any of my problems and ensure I achieved my maximum potential." Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. Careers Advice Academies

*NEW for 2025* Do you love reading about the world around you through both literary and non-literary texts? Are you interested in understanding how and why different texts are written and received the way they are? Do you enjoy writing creatively and critically reflecting on that writing? If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes’, then A Level English Language and Literature is the subject for you! This combined A Level recognises that it is difficult to separate the study of literature and the study of language, allowing you to explore texts from a range of genres and periods. Texts covered include novels, plays, poems, blogs, travel writing and more. You will learn how to critically analyse how texts create worlds, the form and function of the poetic voice, the representation of the individual in society and more. You will also engage with a range of literary and non-literary criticism, questioning the very idea of ‘literariness’ and developing the creative, critical and independent learning skills needed to become a talented interpreter and producer of texts. The English Language and Literature A Level is taken across two years and is sat on the AQA exam board. There are 2 exams sat at the end of the second year that are worth 80% of your final grade. You will also complete a 3,000-word Non-Examined Assessment (Coursework) which is worth 20% of your overall grade. A Level English Language and Literature add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level AQA 4.5 A* = 56 New Filton 3 New This website is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to discover and apply for our range of offerings. Summary *NEW for 2025* Do you love reading about the world around you through both literary and non-literary texts? Are you interested in understanding how and why different texts are written and received the way they are? Do you enjoy writing creatively and critically reflecting on that writing? If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes’, then A Level English Language and Literature is the subject for you! This combined A Level recognises that it is difficult to separate the study of literature and the study of language, allowing you to explore texts from a range of genres and periods. Texts covered include novels, plays, poems, blogs, travel writing and more. You will learn how to critically analyse how texts create worlds, the form and function of the poetic voice, the representation of the individual in society and more. You will also engage with a range of literary and non-literary criticism, questioning the very idea of ‘literariness’ and developing the creative, critical and independent learning skills needed to become a talented interpreter and producer of texts. The English Language and Literature A Level is taken across two years and is sat on the AQA exam board. There are 2 exams sat at the end of the second year that are worth 80% of your final grade. You will also complete a 3,000-word Non-Examined Assessment (Coursework) which is worth 20% of your overall grade. Entry Requirements Five GCSEs at Grade 4 and above, including GCSE Maths A grade 5 in English Language and a grade 5 in English Literature Course Content You will study the following units over the two year A Level. Topics taught in year one are also examined in the second year: Year 1 - Telling Stories Over the course of this year you will discover how and why a range of stories are told through the following units: 1. Remembered Places Explore the AQA Paris Anthology, featuring a range of texts from different genres and periods that include spoken texts. Analyse how place is represented and how social and cultural context impacts that representation. 2. Imagined Worlds You will study Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, focusing on how characterisation, point of view and time and space are navigated. 3. Poetic Voices Engage with a selection of poetry from Carol Ann Duffy’s Mean Time, considering the function of poetry and the poetic voice. Year 2 - Exploring Conflict Over the course of the second year you will focus on how language choices help to construct ideas of conflict between people, and between people and their societies through the following units: 1. Writing About Society Consider how The Suspicions of Mr Whicher: or the Murder at Road Hill House by Kate Summerscale uses situations of conflict to express ideas about society and their values. You will also be encouraged to adapt and shape material from this text into your own writing. 2. Critical Commentary Drawing on your work in Writing About Society, you will learn how to critically evaluate and write about your own writing. 3. Dramatic Encounters Utilise Tennesee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire to explore how playwrights create and engage with conflict in their writing. NEA - Making Connections Over both years you will explore the non-examined assessment. The NEA requires you to make active connections between a literary text and non-literary material of your choice. These connections should be focused on a specific theme, linguistic feature or idea that may occur across these texts. This will result in the completion of a 3,000 word investigation. Progression Routes English Language and Literature is one of the most transferable A Levels and can be combined with any subject. Popular subject combinations with this subject include Sociology, Law, Film, Media Studies, and Psychology. You can go on to study degrees in English Language, Linguistics, Literature, Law, Sociology and Education. Learners who study English Language and Literature might be interested in a career in journalism, marketing and sales, education, paediatrics (if combined with the sciences) or any career where writing is important. Additional Learning Opportunities There is a wide range of opportunities to further develop your learning. You can join our English Academy which explores contemporary texts to widen your cultural awareness and further develop your skills in writing and analysis. We also offer a Creative Writing Academy and there is an opportunity to take part in national creative writing competitions. The English Department also offer exciting trips to journalism workshops and have offered an accent workshop in the British Library. There are also opportunities to attend talks as part of our Sixth Form Talks series from universities and employers including talks from English Language and Literature lecturers and people in the media and marketing industries. "SGS Sixth was an amazing experience for me. My teachers were always on hand to help with any of my problems and ensure I achieved my maximum potential." Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. Careers Advice Academies

Are you interested in the reactions and processes that make our bodies work and that make-up life around us? Are you interested in a career in healthcare, sports science, zoology or in the environment? Would you like to learn in our modern laboratories and explore an interest in Biology further? If the answer to any of the above is ‘yes,’ then Biology maybe the course for you! Biology is the Science of life. Studying A Level Biology will give you the opportunity to explore biological phenomena from the smallest molecule to the largest ecosystem. You can investigate many different interesting and fascinating topics such as genetic engineering, plant structure and biodiversity, how our bodies work and operate, and how ecosystems around us coexist. Biology is taught from the OCR A specification. You will sit A Level exams at the end of your second year. There are three exam papers to be sat in Biology alongside a ‘Practical Endorsement’ of twelve groups of practical activities throughout your studies. A Level Biology add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level OCR 4.5 A* = 56 100% Filton 3 90% A*-C This website is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to discover and apply for our range of offerings. Summary Are you interested in the reactions and processes that make our bodies work and that make-up life around us? Are you interested in a career in healthcare, sports science, zoology or in the environment? Would you like to learn in our modern laboratories and explore an interest in Biology further? If the answer to any of the above is ‘yes,’ then Biology maybe the course for you! Biology is the Science of life. Studying A Level Biology will give you the opportunity to explore biological phenomena from the smallest molecule to the largest ecosystem. You can investigate many different interesting and fascinating topics such as genetic engineering, plant structure and biodiversity, how our bodies work and operate, and how ecosystems around us coexist. Biology is taught from the OCR A specification. You will sit A Level exams at the end of your second year. There are three exam papers to be sat in Biology alongside a ‘Practical Endorsement’ of twelve groups of practical activities throughout your studies. Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including English Language. A grade 5 in GCSE Maths and a grade 7 in GCSE Biology or 7-7 in GCSE Combined Science. We will accept learners with a grade 6 in GCSE Biology or 6-6 in GCSE Combined Science if they pass an entrance test. We recommend learners studying Biology also consider choosing Core Maths as a fourth subject to continue their development in mathematical development. Course Content Year 1 In the first year, you will complete four different units. 1. ‘Development of Practical Skills in Biology’: In this unit, you will explore the importance of the scientific method and how to prepare, undertake, analyse, and evaluate practical experiments using specialised equipment. This unit is taught continuously across both years. 2. ‘Foundations in Biology’: This unit looks at some of the key foundation stones in Biology; from diverse types of cell structure and their composition, the roles and functions of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids, and the role of nucleotides, nucleic acids, enzymes, and membranes in life on earth. The unit also explores the process of cell division and the cellular life cycle. 3. ‘Exchange and Transport’: You will explore the structure and function of exchange and transport systems, such as circulation systems, transpiration and translocation in animals and plants. 4. ‘Biodiversity, Evolution and Disease’: This serves as an introduction to ecology and explores the variety of organisms that are pathogenic and the way in which animals and plants have evolved defences to deal with disease, in addition to the treatment of disease. Year 2 In the second year, there are two units. 5. ‘Communications, homeostasis and energy’: You will examine how organisms respond to stimuli and how this process works alongside homeostasis, photosynthesis, and respiration. You will also investigate the role of hormones, neurones, and chemicals in these processes. 6. ‘Genetics, evolution, and ecosystems’: This unit explores the role of genes in regulating and controlling cell function and development. Heredity and the mechanisms of evolution and speciation are also covered as is the manipulation of genomes, cloning and biotechnology. Lastly you will explore how ecosystems operate and how they are populated and regulated. Progression Routes Studying A-level Biology allows you to progress to a variety of different subjects at university, including Veterinary Science, Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy Physiotherapy and Sports Science, Ecology, Biophysics, Genetics and Botany. If you wish to study Biology at university, you should also take another science A level such as Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education or Psychology. Additional Learning Opportunities If you are studying Biology, you may want to join our Science Academy, to help develop your practical skills in the sciences alongside your studies with additional experiments, guided support with jobs and further exploration of the concepts explored in the class. You could also join our Medical Academy if you are wishing to pursue a career in healthcare, dentistry, or veterinary science. In this academy you will receive bespoke support and guidance on applying for these competitive courses as well as additional sessions specifically designed for your needs. There are regular science-based talks in the Sixth Form as part of our STEM@LUNCH talks with exciting and interesting topics presented by university academics and industry experts. "SGS Sixth was an amazing experience for me. My teachers were always on hand to help with any of my problems and ensure I achieved my maximum potential." Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. Careers Advice Academies

Do you have an interest in the creative arts? Are you interested in how Films, Video Games or Television programmes are made? Are you keen to know what the motivations are behind newspaper headlines and websites? Are you considering a career within the media industry? If the answers to any of these questions is ‘yes,’ then Media Studies maybe the subject for you! A Level Media is a combination of theory, analysis and practical skills. You will undertake a critical analysis of a wide range of set products from different media including advertising, print, film, TV, videos and games. By applying theory, you will gain a deeper understanding of how media products change over time and shape audience responses. Students will gain valuable skills through the completion of practical coursework, which requires them to produce a piece of original media content. A Level Media Studies is taught on the Eduqas Specification. You will complete a piece of Non-Examined Assessment (coursework) in the second year, which is worth 30% of the overall as well as prepare for externally sat examinations. There are two sat papers in Media Studies. A Level Media add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level Eduqas 4.5 A* = 56 100% Filton 3 66% A* - C This website is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to discover and apply for our range of offerings. Summary Do you have an interest in the creative arts? Are you interested in how Films, Video Games or Television programmes are made? Are you keen to know what the motivations are behind newspaper headlines and websites? Are you considering a career within the media industry? If the answers to any of these questions is ‘yes,’ then Media Studies maybe the subject for you! A Level Media is a combination of theory, analysis and practical skills. You will undertake a critical analysis of a wide range of set products from different media including advertising, print, film, TV, videos and games. By applying theory, you will gain a deeper understanding of how media products change over time and shape audience responses. Students will gain valuable skills through the completion of practical coursework, which requires them to produce a piece of original media content. A Level Media Studies is taught on the Eduqas Specification. You will complete a piece of Non-Examined Assessment (coursework) in the second year, which is worth 30% of the overall as well as prepare for externally sat examinations. There are two sat papers in Media Studies. Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including Maths. A grade 5 in GCSE English Language Course Content Year 1 Investigating Media Products, Language and Representations: This unit explores media language and representation which will begin to develop your skills in being able to analyse and evaluate a range of different media forms, from Film and radio to Newspapers, video games and advertising. You will consider how representations relate to social, cultural, historical, political, and economic contexts. You will also explore a range of theorists who present their approaches to these contexts. You will examine case studies such as Black Panther and the Assassins Creed franchise to explore these concepts. ‘Investigating Media Forms and Products’: You will explore three media forms in depth: Television, Magazines, and online media. You will explore the contexts and operations of these industries as well as the works of theorists who have written about these. You will also examine at how audiences interpret, consume, and interact with works in these categories. ‘Media Production’: This unit is a non-examination assessment from a choice of briefs from the Board applying knowledge and understanding of the theoretical framework. Year 2 You will further your understanding and consolidate your learning with further units in: Media Products, Industries and Audiences: this unit assesses media language, representations and media contexts. This assesses language in two mediums including marketing, advertising, newspapers or music video Media Forms and Products in-depth: this unit seeks to assess further types of media including film, radio and video games Cross Media Production’ This unit is a non-examination assessment and is a response from a choice of briefs set applying knowledge and understanding of the theoretical framework and digital convergence. Progression Routes An A Level in Media provides a combination of theoretical and practical skills that are widely desired within the creative industries Jobs including Broadcasters, Journalists, and Public Relations Officer. Media Studies provides students a combination of theoretical and practical skills that are widely desired and they typically either go on to study the subject at university or seek employment within the creative arts or media industries, however the skills you develop in the Media Studies A Level can be transferred to a range of different degrees. Common subject combinations with Media Studies include Art, Politics, Psychology and Sociology. We offer a fantastic series of media relevant degree options at our WISE campus for those who are looking to stay local to the Bristol/South Gloucestershire area. Our WISE campus offers state of the art facilities, to find out more about this option please visit https://he.sgscol.ac.uk/. Additional Learning Opportunities If you take A Level Media Studies, there is an opportunity to join our Media Academy. This provides further support in developing the skills needed in different pieces of software for the subject such as Photoshop, WIX and Canva. There are also many different opportunities for trips for Media students, including to a journalism workshop organised by The Guardian newspaper and to the BBC Studios in Bristol. There are also lots of opportunities for talks by academics and industry insiders throughout the course of the A Level. "SGS Sixth was an amazing experience for me. My teachers were always on hand to help with any of my problems and ensure I achieved my maximum potential." Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. Careers Advice Academies

Do you want to pursue a career in business? Have you considered starting your own business or want to work in the fields of accounting, marketing, operations and logistics, human resources, or customer service? Have you ever wondered what impacts the economy and how markets work? If the answer to any of the above is ‘yes’, then Business maybe the subject for you! Business examines how and why businesses are set up and develop. It explores what challenges they face and how internal and external influences affect their decisions. The subject develops the skills needed for business or to enter higher education to study the subject. It is a solid foundation for many different business-related careers, and pathways. The qualification follows the AQA specification, you will sit the A Level exams at the end of your second year. You will sit three exams each worth a third of the total qualification. A Level Business add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level AQA 4.5 A* = 56 100% Filton 3 80% A*-C This website is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to discover and apply for our range of offerings. Summary Do you want to pursue a career in business? Have you considered starting your own business or want to work in the fields of accounting, marketing, operations and logistics, human resources, or customer service? Have you ever wondered what impacts the economy and how markets work? If the answer to any of the above is ‘yes’, then Business maybe the subject for you! Business examines how and why businesses are set up and develop. It explores what challenges they face and how internal and external influences affect their decisions. The subject develops the skills needed for business or to enter higher education to study the subject. It is a solid foundation for many different business-related careers, and pathways. The qualification follows the AQA specification, you will sit the A Level exams at the end of your second year. You will sit three exams each worth a third of the total qualification. Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above. A grade 5 in English Language and in Maths. We recommend learners studying Business also consider choosing Core Maths as a fourth subject to continue their mathematical development. Course Content Year 1 In the first year you will study six units; 1. ‘What is a business?’: In this unit, you will explore the basics of business. Why do businesses exist? What are their aims and objectives and how do businesses measure profit? You will look at distinct types of business from sole traders to private and public limited companies, private and public sector organisations, and non-profit organisations. What are the roles of shareholders and what influences share prices? You will also look at what factors affect costs and demands such as competition and market conditions. 2. ‘Managers, leadership and decision making’: In this unit you will look at the role of a managers and how management and leadership style are utilised in the workplace. You will also explore what influences management decision and the role of stakeholders in that process. 3. ‘Decision making to improve marketing performance’: In this unit you will explore why businesses set marketing objectives and the influences on these from internal and external factors. You will look at the importance of primary and secondary marketing research and how companies interpret marketing data. You will also look at how marketing decisions are made and how target markets are decided on. 4. ‘Decision making to improve operational performance’: In this unit you will look at how businesses set operational objectives and how they analyse their operational performance and interpret data. You will also look at how businesses try to increase efficiency and productivity amongst their labour force and resources and how they seek to maintain quality, manage inventory, and supply chains. 5. ‘Decision making to improve financial performance’: In this unit you will see how businesses set financial objectives and explore the difference between cashflow and profit. You will examine how businesses forecast cash flow and profitability and see how companies make financial decisions and their rationale for different approaches. 6. ‘Decision making to improve human resource performance’: In the last unit for the first year, you will look at how businesses set targets for individual performance, what the influences are on these objectives and decisions and how businesses analyse their human resources performance. You will also explore the way in which different businesses follow different organisational structures. Year 2 In the second year there are four further units taught. These build upon the skills and knowledge learnt in the first year. 7. ‘Analysing the strategic position of a business’: This unit looks at the strategy and tactics businesses use. How they assess their financial position and how balance sheets, income statements and financial rations work. You will practically analyse data from financial statements to assess the strengths and weaknesses of a business and analyse what opportunities and threats are present in the political, economic, and legal environment for businesses. There will be discussion on the impact of demographical changes and the use of technology. 8. ‘Choosing strategic direction’: In this unit you will look at how businesses compete and develop strategies for new products and markets. You will examine the influences on these decisions and the value of different strategic positioning strategies. 9. ‘Strategic methods: how to pursue strategies’: This unit explores why businesses grow or retrench and how they manage this process. You will examine how and why businesses innovate and how international markets operate. Lastly you will analyse how businesses adopt and use digital technologies and evaluate the impact that these have. 10. ‘Managing strategic change’: In this last unit, you will look at the causes and pressures for change within business and how change is managed. You will also explore how, despite best intentions, strategy sometimes fails and evolves throughout the process of change. You will see how businesses strategically plan but also contingency plan to reduce the risks of change. Progression Routes Many learners go onto to study Business at university after completing an A Level in Business, but a growing number are pursuing degree apprenticeships with leading organisations. For those looking at careers in marketing a suggested combination of subjects is Business and Media Studies or Business and English Language. Business and Economics is also a classic combination for those looking at going into the finance industry. Careers in banking, accountancy, finance, production management or human resources are common destinations for those who choose Business. An alternative to university after studying Business is a business-related apprenticeship which we regularly advertise to our learners. Additional Learning Opportunities Learners studying Business are welcome to join our Business Academy. In this academy we put theory into practice by giving you the opportunity to start your own business. You will be given a cash injection to bring a product to market with expert advice from business advisors from the world of business. There are also regular talks organised through our lunchtime talks series. This has included, in the past, talks from business foundations and business owners eager to meet our learners to provide opportunities. There is an apprenticeship team on hand to explore alternatives to university through business apprenticeships who offer opportunities to engage with you, throughout your time at SGS Sixth. "SGS Sixth was an amazing experience for me. My teachers were always on hand to help with any of my problems and ensure I achieved my maximum potential." Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. Careers Advice Academies

Do you have a passion for physical wellbeing and health? Eager to support the next generation with athletes with injury management, sports psychology, and nutrition? Have you considered careers in health, sports science, coaching and business management or assisting in local government initiatives? If you have answered “yes” to any of the above, then A Level PE could be for you! A Level PE immerses learners in contemporary issues in sport and performance analysis, whilst expanding on knowledge acquired on the key bodily systems from GCSE and BTEC pathways. You will have the opportunity to explore issues such as why athletes take drugs in sport as well as learning about the history and heritage of sport in the UK. Physical Education is taught on the AQA exam board and is a linear qualification. This means that the two external examinations are undertaken at the end of year two. A Level PE is made up of two examinations, a written piece of coursework that analyses your own performance and finally, a practical performance as either a coach or performer in one sport only. The coursework is worth 30% of the overall qualification A Level Physical Education add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level AQA 4.5 A* = 56 93% Filton 3 This website is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to discover and apply for our range of offerings. Summary Do you have a passion for physical wellbeing and health? Eager to support the next generation with athletes with injury management, sports psychology, and nutrition? Have you considered careers in health, sports science, coaching and business management or assisting in local government initiatives? If you have answered “yes” to any of the above, then A Level PE could be for you! A Level PE immerses learners in contemporary issues in sport and performance analysis, whilst expanding on knowledge acquired on the key bodily systems from GCSE and BTEC pathways. You will have the opportunity to explore issues such as why athletes take drugs in sport as well as learning about the history and heritage of sport in the UK. Physical Education is taught on the AQA exam board and is a linear qualification. This means that the two external examinations are undertaken at the end of year two. A Level PE is made up of two examinations, a written piece of coursework that analyses your own performance and finally, a practical performance as either a coach or performer in one sport only. The coursework is worth 30% of the overall qualification Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including English Language and Maths. A grade 6 in GCSE PE; or a minimum of grade 5 in GCSE Biology or 5-5 in GCSE Combined Science. (You must also participate actively in sport to take PE) Course Content You study six units over the two-year A Level. 1. ‘Anatomy and Physiology’: This is where you will learn about the key fundamentals and systems that allow our body to work efficiently. This includes work on the heart, lungs, muscles, bones, and energy systems. 2. ‘Skill Acquisition’: An opportunity to delve into the learning of skills. Skill Acquisition follows on from GCSE by building on work undertaken on reaction time, skills continua, transfer and guidance and pairs this with memory, schema, and practice types. 3. ‘History and Sociology of Sport’: Interested to know where sports such as association football originated from or what makes a sport equitable? This unit will capture your interest. Looking at the origins of Tennis from the time of Henry VIII, to exploring modern contractual issues surrounding performers, this unit explores the history of the sport in the UK. 4. ‘Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology’: A module centered on sports injury, rehabilitation, and prevention along with some applied mathematical principles that make the difference between winning and losing. We explore concepts like angular momentum, fluid mechanics and manipulation of training methods. 5. ‘Sport’s psychology’: Interested in knowing why teams gel or how to support athletes following injury? This unit explores reasons elite athletes give for success and failure through attribution, through to team dynamics and effective leaders and coaching principles. 6. ‘Contemporary issues’: In this unit we look at some of the issues surrounding sport now. Think drugs in sport, the development of technology and its impact as well as how the law regulates sport. An interesting and insightful look into how modern issues are affecting performers and the development of sports. Progression Routes At several HE (Higher Education) institutions A Level PE is viewed as a life science. PE can open the doors to apprenticeships, coaching roles, personal training courses as well as traditional university routes in pathways such as sport and exercise science, teaching, physiotherapy, and osteopathy. Some of our learners choose to complete A Level PE alongside their academy. You may wish to combine your study of PE with other sciences, such as Biology, Food Science and Nutrition, Psychology or Applied Science, or combine it with a humanities-based subject such as Sociology or History. Additional Learning Opportunities The learning journey in A Level PE will be interspersed with trips to places like Wimbledon, the Velodrome, Ice Skating, and some of our local University partners. Many of our Physical Education learners are also part of our Sports Academy where you can combine your studies with an elite sporting programme. We also have a Sixth Form Talks series which includes talks from universities that offer sports-related courses and talks from academics about their research in this area. "SGS Sixth was an amazing experience for me. My teachers were always on hand to help with any of my problems and ensure I achieved my maximum potential." Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. Careers Advice Academies

Are you considering choosing an A level that contains a mathematical element; such as Business, Psychology, Economics, Geography or a Science but don't want to do a full A Level in Maths? Are you wanting to continue your development in maths beyond GCSE? Would you like to know how to apply maths to budgeting and personal finance? If the answer to any of the above is ‘yes’, then Core Maths is the subject for you! Core Maths is a one-year subject taken as a fourth option alongside your other A Level choices. It is an opportunity for you to continue to develop and hone your mathematical skills which are especially important in a range of subjects that require good levels of mathematical skill. Core Maths carries the same amount of UCAS points as an AS qualification (up to 20 UCAS points) and is taught on the AQA specification. You will sit two papers at the end of the year, both 1 hour and 30 minutes long and worth 60 marks. You will sit Paper 1 and Paper 2A - Statistical Techniques and can take a scientific calculator into both exams. L3 Core Maths add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level AQA 4.5 20 New Filton 3 This website is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to discover and apply for our range of offerings. Summary Are you considering choosing an A level that contains a mathematical element; such as Business, Psychology, Economics, Geography or a Science but don't want to do a full A Level in Maths? Are you wanting to continue your development in maths beyond GCSE? Would you like to know how to apply maths to budgeting and personal finance? If the answer to any of the above is ‘yes’, then Core Maths is the subject for you! Core Maths is a one-year subject taken as a fourth option alongside your other A Level choices. It is an opportunity for you to continue to develop and hone your mathematical skills which are especially important in a range of subjects that require good levels of mathematical skill. Core Maths carries the same amount of UCAS points as an AS qualification (up to 20 UCAS points) and is taught on the AQA specification. You will sit two papers at the end of the year, both 1 hour and 30 minutes long and worth 60 marks. You will sit Paper 1 and Paper 2A - Statistical Techniques and can take a scientific calculator into both exams. Entry Requirements Core Maths is studied as a fourth subject offer. A grade 5 in GCSE Maths is required to study the subject in addition to the entry criteria required for your other subjects. Course Content AQA core maths is studied over 1 year and consists of two units. Unit 1 is focused on the application of statistical techniques, interpreting data and drawing conclusions in the solution of problems. This involves estimation, collection of data and analysis of data, and maths for personal finance (e.g. taxation savings, loans and mortgages). Unit 2 involves working with critical analysis of data and models (including spreadsheets and tabular data), normal distribution of data (e.g. peoples heights, errors in measures etc), you will also work with probabilities and estimations and correlation and regression analysis of graphs. Progression Routes Studying Core Maths will equip you with a range of skills to make you more attractive to universities and employers and also aid you in your subject choices at A Level. You will develop key skills such as problem solving, data and budget management, and data modelling which are extremely important life and employability skills. Additional Learning Opportunities If you study Mathematics, you can benefit from our maths mentor programme where our dedicated maths mentors help to support and guide newer learners in the Sixth Form. The maths department also run a drop-in maths clinic twice a week for you to obtain bespoke support and guidance with your mathematical problems. You could take part in one of the problem-solving courses at Bath/Bristol University or engage with university academics and employers in our STEM@Lunch and SGS Sixth Talks series. "SGS Sixth was an amazing experience for me. My teachers were always on hand to help with any of my problems and ensure I achieved my maximum potential." Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. Careers Advice Academies

Do you enjoy learning about the past? Would you like to learn about history in greater depth and detail than you have previously? Do you enjoy writing essays at length and developing critical analysis and evaluation skills? Are you interested about how events in the past influence the present? If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes,’ then A Level History is the subject for you! History is the study of the past. You will explore key themes and concepts of change, continuity, cause, consequence, and significance about how society has developed over the period of one hundred years as well as investigating events in detail over a shorter timeframe. You will learn how to analyse primary sources written at the time of events and to evaluate how strong an argument put across by an historian is. The subject develops key writing skills including how to put across an argument and back this up with evidence. The History A Level is taken across two years and is sat on the AQA exam board. At the end of the first year, you will sit the AS exams which test knowledge on what you have learnt from that year. You will then go onto to sit the full A Level in the second year which covers content from both years. You will also complete a 4,500-word Non-Examined Assessment (Coursework) which is worth 20% of your overall grade. A Level History add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level AQA 4.5 A* = 56 100% Filton 3 This website is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to discover and apply for our range of offerings. Summary Do you enjoy learning about the past? Would you like to learn about history in greater depth and detail than you have previously? Do you enjoy writing essays at length and developing critical analysis and evaluation skills? Are you interested about how events in the past influence the present? If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes,’ then A Level History is the subject for you! History is the study of the past. You will explore key themes and concepts of change, continuity, cause, consequence, and significance about how society has developed over the period of one hundred years as well as investigating events in detail over a shorter timeframe. You will learn how to analyse primary sources written at the time of events and to evaluate how strong an argument put across by an historian is. The subject develops key writing skills including how to put across an argument and back this up with evidence. The History A Level is taken across two years and is sat on the AQA exam board. At the end of the first year, you will sit the AS exams which test knowledge on what you have learnt from that year. You will then go onto to sit the full A Level in the second year which covers content from both years. You will also complete a 4,500-word Non-Examined Assessment (Coursework) which is worth 20% of your overall grade. Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including GCSE Maths. A grade 5 in GCSE English Language and a grade 5 in GCSE English Literature, or a grade 5 in GCSE History (if taken). Course Content Over the two years you will study a breadth study that focuses on British history called: The Tudors, 1485 – 1603, and a depth study that focuses on non-British history called Democracy and Nazism, Germany 1918 – 1945. You will also complete an historical investigation on the Development of Black Civil Rights in the United States 1863-1968 for the NEA. Year 1 1. The Tudors – Part one: Consolidation of the Tudor Dynasty: England, 1485 – 1547: In this unit you will look at how Henry VII came to power, how he developed the powers of the monarchy and what changes he made to local and national government and policies. You will also look at the development of his foreign policy and how the economy and society developed during his reign. You will then go on to look at Henry VIII’s reign and the development of his government is response to the English Reformation. You will evaluate how successful his foreign policy was as well as the impact of his economic policies on society. You will examine how these developments tie into change and continuity over time. 2. Democracy and Nazism – Part one: the Weimar Republic, 1918 – 1933: You will study the establishment and early years of the Weimar Republic including the political, economic and social challenges faced by the new republic between 1918 and 1923. You will then explore the ‘Golden Age’ of the Weimar Republic between 1924 and 1928, seen as a period of stability and optimism. Lastly you will look at the factors that led to collapse of the Weimar Republic between 1928 and 1933 and what led to the rise of Nazism in Germany. 3. The Development of Black Civil Rights in the United States, 1863 – 1968: At the end of the first year, you will start the background research for the non-examined assessment (coursework). You will look at how Black Civil Rights developed from the end of the American Civil War in through a period of just over one hundred years to the era of Martin Luther King and Malcom X. Year 2 1. The Tudors – Part two: England: turmoil and triumph, 1547 – 1603: You will study the events of the Mid-Tudor crisis, looking at the reigns of Edward VI and Mary I. You will examine the development of the powers of the monarch, foreign and religious policy before continuing to explore the reign of Elizabeth I. In this part you will look at the religious settlement, crises in government and England’s involvement in the Dutch Revolt. You will finish the unit by looking at the development of arts and culture during the reign of Elizabeth I before examining the development of key themes across the entire Tudor period. 2. Democracy and Nazism – Part two: Nazi Germany, 1933 – 1945: In the second half of the depth study, you will examine how the Nazis consolidated their power, how they created a terror state and explore Nazi economic and social policies, including the Volksgemeinschaft. You will also look at the development of Nazi racial policies from 1933 to 1945. Lastly you will examine the impact of World War II on Germany and evaluate how effective Nazi economic and wartime policies were through to the collapse of the regime in 1945. 3. The Development of Black Civil Rights in the United States, 1863 – 1968: In the first half of the second year, you will take your research on Black Civil Rights and undertake an historical enquiry into how Black Civil Rights developed in America. You will explore the roles of key individuals and examine key turning points. You NEA will consist of a 4,500-word essay in response to a question you have written on this period. Progression Routes History is a great subject to study not only if you want to do a degree involving the study of the subject, but also if you want to go on to do any essay-based degree. It develops the key skills of writing and constructing an argument as well as looking at evidence. Completing a History A Level is also useful for a range of different careers which involve report writing or research skills from a policy analysist to journalism. Useful subject combinations to take History with include Politics due to the carryover of themes in the content, Law due to examining the legal process and its evolution, Sociology due to looking at the development of groups in society and Geography or English Literature to give you a humanities specialism. Additional Learning Opportunities There are a range of opportunities for learning outside the classroom with history. The History department undertakes both local trips to the ‘Red Lodge Museum’ in Bristol alongside trips further afield to places like Hampton Court Palace. We also have been able to take learners to Auschwitz-Birkenau and hear from Holocaust survivors. We have also previously attended History Conferences to help prepare learners for their exams. As an historian, you can also join our History Academy which has included guest speakers from the SS Great Britain and develops an awareness of history around you and approaches to the subject. "SGS Sixth was an amazing experience for me. My teachers were always on hand to help with any of my problems and ensure I achieved my maximum potential." Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. Careers Advice Academies

Do you have a real passion for Mathematics? Are you thinking about a career or a degree in Mathematics, engineering, the physical sciences, or computing? Do you want to use your ability in Maths to obtain a fourth subject to help distinguish yourself to employers and universities? If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes,’ then Further Mathematics is the subject for you! A Level Further Mathematics is taken as a fourth subject, alongside A Level Mathematics. You will choose two other subjects to complete your study programme. Further Mathematics develops and hones the skills learnt in A level Mathematics. Further Mathematics is studied from the Edexcel board. You will sit the AS exams at the end of the first year and then progress to the A Level in the second year which has four exam papers. A Level Further Mathematics add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level Edexcel 4.5 A* = 56 100% Filton 3 100% A* - C This website is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to discover and apply for our range of offerings. Summary Do you have a real passion for Mathematics? Are you thinking about a career or a degree in Mathematics, engineering, the physical sciences, or computing? Do you want to use your ability in Maths to obtain a fourth subject to help distinguish yourself to employers and universities? If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes,’ then Further Mathematics is the subject for you! A Level Further Mathematics is taken as a fourth subject, alongside A Level Mathematics. You will choose two other subjects to complete your study programme. Further Mathematics develops and hones the skills learnt in A level Mathematics. Further Mathematics is studied from the Edexcel board. You will sit the AS exams at the end of the first year and then progress to the A Level in the second year which has four exam papers. Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including English Language and a grade 8 in GCSE Maths. Learners taking Further Mathematics must also study A Level Mathematics. Further Mathematics can only be studied as a fourth subject. Course Content You will learn a combination of Core Pure Maths, Further Statistics and Further Mechanics in both years further developing your skills and knowledge in key areas of maths. Year 1 1. ‘Core Pure Maths’: You will construct proofs using mathematical induction, deal with complex numbers and develop the use of Argand diagrams. You will use matrices to represent transformations and further develop your use and understanding of algebra, calculus, and vectors. 2. ‘Further Statistics’: You will develop further skills in discrete probability distributions and explore Poisson and binomial distributions. You will extend ideas of hypothesis testing and use of Chi Squared Test. 3. ‘Further Mechanics’: You will explore principles such as momentum and impulse, develop an understanding of kinetic and potential energy and the principle of conservation of mechanical energy. You will additionally investigate elastic collisions in one dimension through direct impact of elastic spheres. Year 2 1. ‘Core Pure Maths’: You will further develop your skills with algebra including the Maclaurin series and evaluating improper integrals whilst extending your skills in calculus by differentiating inverse trigonometric functions and developing further skills for integration. 2. ‘Further Statistics’: You will build on your knowledge from the previous year and explore geometric and negative binomial distributions, hypothesis testing and the central limit theorem. You will also explore the use of probability generating functions of the negative binominal, geometric, binomial and Poisson distributions. 3. ‘Further Mechanics’: This unit will also build on your knowledge of mechanics from the previous year with a further focus on momentum as a vector, elastic strings and springs. You will also explore elastic collisions in two dimensions and how kinetic energy is lost through impact. Progression Routes Further Mathematics is an ideal subject to take if you are looking for a career in maths, the sciences or engineering. A useful subject combination to take includes Maths, Further Maths, Physics, and another subject as similar themes are studied in both subjects. Learners who take Further Maths often have the entry criteria for university study lowered. Some of the most interesting and well-paid careers revolve around Maths. Careers in finance, medicine, business, and engineering are all open to you with a background in Maths, as are careers in technology – Maths being at the very core of all new technological developments. This makes Maths a natural fit for you to take alongside subjects such as the Sciences or Business and Economics. Additional Learning Opportunities If you study Further Mathematics, you can benefit from our maths mentor programme where older learners and dedicated maths mentors help to support and guide newer learners in the Sixth Form. When you reach the second year you can also become a mentor yourself helping to further build a UCAS application. The maths department also run a drop-in maths clinic twice a week for you to obtain bespoke support and guidance with your mathematical problems. You will also get the opportunity to enter for the Senior UK Maths Challenge and some of our learner's progress to the British Mathematical Olympiad. We support those who wish to study Maths or a Maths related subject at Oxford, Cambridge or at Russell Group universities, and you can get bespoke support with your application through our Honours Programme. You could take part in one of the problem-solving courses at Bath/Bristol University or engage with university academics and employers in our STEM@Lunch and SGS Sixth Talks series. "SGS Sixth was an amazing experience for me. My teachers were always on hand to help with any of my problems and ensure I achieved my maximum potential." Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. Careers Advice Academies

Do you have an interest in Photography but want to combine this with other subjects? Are you looking at developing your creative skillset in photography? Do you want to have access to outstanding art facilities and expert specialists? If the answer to these questions is yes, then the UAL Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Visual Arts – Photography maybe for you! The University of the Arts London awarding body is the only specialist art, design and creative industries awarding organisation in England and builds on the well-known reputation of UAL as one of the leading universities for Art and Design. The UAL Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Visual Arts Photography is equivalent to an A Level and carries the same amount of UCAS points. You will take this alongside two other A Level choices. UAL Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma Photography add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level UAL 4.5 D=56 TBC Filton 3 This website is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to discover and apply for our range of offerings. Summary Do you have an interest in Photography but want to combine this with other subjects? Are you looking at developing your creative skillset in photography? Do you want to have access to outstanding art facilities and expert specialists? If the answer to these questions is yes, then the UAL Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Visual Arts – Photography maybe for you! The University of the Arts London awarding body is the only specialist art, design and creative industries awarding organisation in England and builds on the well-known reputation of UAL as one of the leading universities for Art and Design. The UAL Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Visual Arts Photography is equivalent to an A Level and carries the same amount of UCAS points. You will take this alongside two other A Level choices. Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including English Language and Maths. A grade 5 or above in GCSE Art and a portfolio of previous artwork Course Content During this qualification you will have the opportunity to experiment with the traditional and digital technical aspects of image making. You will develop an understanding of the creative process and explore the context of your work. In addition you will expand your creative problem solving for a range of visual communication applications. Your programme will end with a self-directed project, giving you a chance to show off your skills. You will be able to demonstrate your creative confidence by working independently. We will celebrate your work with an end of year exhibition alongside other students of Bristol School of Art! The course is taught at our nearby campus at WISE and allows learners access to our high-quality facilities. This includes a darkroom, print workshop and Mac suite led by expert tutors, whilst also being part of the Sixth Form. Progression Routes Once you complete the full two-year programme you will be ready to explore Higher Education opportunities or our Foundation Diploma. Universities offer a range of creative degrees and this subject is ideal for those looking at undertaking one in Photography, Art of Media especially when combined with other subjects. Additional Learning Opportunities Taking the UAL L3 Subsidiary Diploma in Photography you will have access to our well-resourced Art facilities at our WISE Campus where the Bristol School of Art is based. The Art department organise trips to Art galleries and also live projects with external bodies. Previous examples of this has been working with Filton Community Gardens to create public art. You can also join our range of academies to further the skills you have developed in the subject. For example, you could join our Social Academy which organises cultural celebrations throughout the year, or our Craft Academy which designs and makes items to sell the charity throughout the year. You may like to join our Psychology Academy if you are thinking of using Art for Art therapy or our Sociology Academy to further your understanding of issues in the world and combining your art skills with this. Lastly, you may choose to join our Media Academy to further develop skills with software such as photoshop. "SGS Sixth was an amazing experience for me. My teachers were always on hand to help with any of my problems and ensure I achieved my maximum potential." Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. Careers Advice Academies