Each year SGS Sixth and SGS College welcomes thousands of students onto our dynamic, diverse and exciting campuses. If you wish to join us simply complete our enquiry form and a member of the team will be in touch shortly. Alternatively, check back here in October to apply online. SGS Sixth 23/24 Applications If you are interested in joining SGS Sixth in 23/24, simply complete the below enquiry form and a member of the team will be in touch. Alternatively, check back here in October to apply online. Join Bristol's fastest growing Sixth Form. Each year SGS Sixth and SGS College welcomes thousands of students onto our dynamic, diverse and exciting campuses. If you wish to join us simply complete our enquiry form and a member of the team will be in touch shortly. Alternatively, check back here in October to apply online. Enquire to join SGS Sixth First Name Your email address: Subject(s) of interest: Send The team will be in touch!

All students should be attending SGS Sixth regularly, should you need to report an absence you can do so here. Students or Parents/Carers are required to report all absences be it authorised or unauthorised to SGS Sixth for safeguarding purposes. SGS Sixth report an Absence All students should be attending SGS Sixth regularly, should you need to report an absence you can do so here. Students or Parents/Carers are required to report all absences be it authorised or unauthorised to SGS Sixth for safeguarding purposes. What if I have more questions? SGS Sixth Form are here to answer all your questions. If you would like to find out more please Contact us or visit our Meet The Team section. Reporting an early leave If you are attending college and need to leave early for any reason, please contact your tutor and teacher in the first instance. Absence information for SGS Sixth All students are required to have high levels of attendance. If you have poor attendance this will be investigated. We do, however, understand that occasionally students do need to be absent from college. On these occasions it is important that you let us know the reason for the absence and that you contact your teachers to complete the work you missed before the next lesson. Students or Parents/Carers are required to report all absences be it authorised or unauthorised to SGS Sixth for safeguarding purposes. Absences should be reported each day, preferably before 9am or in advance if the absence is known about. If you are receiving a college bursary, you should be aware that an absence regardless of if authorised or unauthorised could have an effect on future upcoming payments. What is an authorised absence? It is important that you contact us as soon as possible if you are going to be absent from college. Examples of an authorised absence is when you have told us you are unwell, have a funeral to attend, need to attend a university open day, have an orthodontist, doctor's or hospital appointment or have a driving or theory test booked. Whilst we encourage appointments to be booked outside of college time as much as possible, we recognise that this is sometimes difficult. Students are required to fill in the authorised absence form, provide evidence of the absence and make sure they make arrangements to catch up with their work. kk What is a unauthorised absence? Absences will be classed as unauthorised in the following circumstances: Missing college for a holiday, birthday or to visit / look after family. Students still need to let us know about these absences so that we know where you are. Students may use a free period if this is not possible. An Unauthorised Absence Form must still be completed.

Do you enjoy reflecting on the world today? Would you like to learn about Geography in greater depth and detail than you have previously? Are you interested in challenging perceptions and stimulating your investigative and analytical skills? Are you interested in the world around you and current social, economic, and environmental issues? If the answers to any of these questions are ‘yes,’ then A level Geography is the subject for you! A Level Geography is a course designed to develop a sound understanding and knowledge of geographical issues, examining the interaction of people and their environments through detailed case studies. Competence in Geographical skills will be developed during study of the course which allows you to study both the physical and human aspects of Geography, whilst challenging your perceptions. You will gain graphical, cartographic, statistical and ICT skills along with learning how to construct extended written arguments about Geographical matters. A Level Geography is taught from the AQA board specification and is taught over two years. In the second year you will sit the A level in the second year which covers content from both years. You will also complete a Non-Examined Assessment (coursework) which is worth 20% of your overall grade. You will need to undertake fieldwork in relation to processes in both physical and human geography as part of the course and this includes four days of fieldwork on a compulsory trip. A Level Geography add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level AQA 4.5 A* = 56 100% Filton 3 88% A* - C This site is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to apply for our exciting range of offerings. Summary Do you enjoy reflecting on the world today? Would you like to learn about Geography in greater depth and detail than you have previously? Are you interested in challenging perceptions and stimulating your investigative and analytical skills? Are you interested in the world around you and current social, economic, and environmental issues? If the answers to any of these questions are ‘yes,’ then A level Geography is the subject for you! A Level Geography is a course designed to develop a sound understanding and knowledge of geographical issues, examining the interaction of people and their environments through detailed case studies. Competence in Geographical skills will be developed during study of the course which allows you to study both the physical and human aspects of Geography, whilst challenging your perceptions. You will gain graphical, cartographic, statistical and ICT skills along with learning how to construct extended written arguments about Geographical matters. A Level Geography is taught from the AQA board specification and is taught over two years. In the second year you will sit the A level in the second year which covers content from both years. You will also complete a Non-Examined Assessment (coursework) which is worth 20% of your overall grade. You will need to undertake fieldwork in relation to processes in both physical and human geography as part of the course and this includes four days of fieldwork on a compulsory trip. Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above. A grade 5 in GCSE English Language, GCSE Maths and GCSE Geography. We recommend learners studying Geography also consider choosing Core Maths as a fourth subject to continue their development in mathematical development. Course Content In each year you will study aspects of Physical and Human Geography as well as Fieldwork Skills. You will build on the concepts studied in the first year in the second year. Year 1 1. ‘Physical Geography’: In this unit you will investigate water and carbon cycles and human interaction with these cycles and the impact of global warming on them. You will also study Hazards includes earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tropical storms, and wildfires and how humans manage these and mitigate against disaster. 2. ‘Human geography’: This unit explores how places change over time through redevelopment, gentrification, immigration, and employment. You will explore two case studies, including St Paul’s in Bristol and Detroit in the United States, as part of this unit. 3. ‘Geography Fieldwork’: You will undertake four days of fieldwork which includes a trip to the Field Studies Centre in Slapton Sands in Devon where you will complete a coastal study, an urban environment study in Plymouth and a water and carbon cycle study. Year 2 1. ‘Physical Geography’: You will build upon what you have studied in the first year and extend this with a further study of coastal systems and landscapes. You will investigate natural coastal processes, such as erosion, deposition, weathering, and mass movement. You will explore how humans can manage coastal environments in Holderness in Yorkshire and Sundarbans in Bangladesh. 2. ‘Human Geography’: You will also further develop your skills and knowledge in human geography in the second year. You will explore population change and the environment and look at the impact of disease. You will also examine global systems including international trade, trans-national corporations, and the case study of Antarctica. 3. ‘Geography fieldwork’: - Students are required to undertake an independent investigation. This must incorporate a significant element of fieldwork. The fieldwork undertaken as part of the individual investigation may be based on either human or physical aspects of geography, or a combination of both. This Non-Examined Assessment (coursework) comprises 20% of the final grade. Progression Routes Geography is a wide-ranging subject, with links across the Arts, Sciences and Humanities. This means that there are lots of possible subject combinations. You may want to combine Geography with Environmental Science if you have a particular interest in the science behind climate change, energy resources or sustainability. Whilst you may also like to combine it with other subjects such as Law, Business, Economics, Politics or Sociology to further the themes studied in the human geography elements of the programme. If you study Geography, you could go on to do a variety of different degrees in Higher Education in many areas, from Geology, Environment-related courses to Medicine and Law. The skills developed and knowledge acquired are also useful for many careers. There is also a growing number of opportunities to use the skills you have developed in Geography for Higher and Degree Apprenticeships. Additional Learning Opportunities Geography has a compulsory field trip to Slapton Sands in Devon as part of the course for the fieldwork investigation. You may also choose to join our Sustainability Academy to further develop your understanding of issues around sustainability and gain an additional qualification. There are also a variety of Geography related talks in our Sixth Form Talks series from academics and employers working in Geography related areas of research and policy. "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." Previous Student 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

The SGS Sixth Form believes that all individuals, regardless of restriction or ability, should be able to have equal access to digital information. It is our goal to continuously innovate and we are committed to making our website available to everyone. SGS Sixth Accessibility Statement South Gloucestershire and Stroud College and Sixth Form believes that all individuals, regardless of restriction or ability, should be able to have equal access to digital information. It is our goal to continuously innovate and we are committed to making our website available to everyone. Introduction We at SGS College and SGS Sixth are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. We continuously strive to improve our website's accessibility, adhering to web accessibility standards and guidelines. This accessibility statement outlines our efforts to make www.sixth.sgscol.ac.uk more user-friendly for all visitors. Feedback We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of www.sixth.sgscol.ac.uk . If you encounter any accessibility issues or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know. You can contact us by: Email: info@sgscol.ac.uk Phone: 0800 0567 253 Assistive Technology Compatibility Our website is designed to work well with common assistive technologies, including: Screen readers (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, Voiceover) Screen magnifiers Speech recognition software Third-Party Content Some content on our website may come from third-party sources. While we strive to ensure their accessibility, we do not have full control over their accessibility features. Alternative Access If you require information from our website in an alternative format, please contact us using the provided contact information, and we will work to accommodate your request. Conformance Status We are dedicated to ensuring our website complies with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level. We periodically review our website to evaluate and improve accessibility. Currently our website is partially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version 2.1 AA standard, due to the non-compliance elements used within the site. We are working towards achieving AA status and will be publishing our 'Road Map' shortly. Accessibility Features To enhance accessibility, we have implemented the following features: Alternative Text: We provide alternative text for the majority of our images (with 100% of our images having this feature by late January 2024), enabling screen readers and text-to-speech software to describe visual content to users. Keyboard Navigation: You can navigate our website using just a keyboard, making it easier for users who cannot use a mouse. Colour Contrast: We have partially ensured adequate colour contrast to improve readability for users with visual impairments. See ‘Road Map’ for further details. Text Resizing: You can adjust the text size on our website to suit your preferences. Ongoing Improvements We are committed to ongoing efforts to improve the accessibility of our website. Regular accessibility audits, testing, and user feedback help guide these improvements. Accessibility Statement Updates We will review and update this accessibility statement periodically to reflect our ongoing commitment to inclusivity.

Making the right decisions about which route to take towards your chosen career can be confusing and even stressful. Our experienced careers advisors provide a friendly and confidential service that supports with career choice, progression, job search skills and more! SGS Sixth Careers Service Making the right decisions about which route to take towards your chosen career can be confusing and even stressful. Our experienced careers advisors provide a friendly and confidential service that supports with career choice, progression, job search skills and more! We are a free, impartial and friendly team of careers practitioners who can help to guide you to your dream career or onto further studies. The team are available to meet with students throughout the college day via an easy to manage appointment system. John Walker Head of Careers Welcome to the SGS Careers Services We offer talks on relevant topics such as university choice, apprenticeships applications, preparing for job interviews, using social media for networking or creating an effective CV. We also organise jobs fairs and large events, where students interact with some of the best employers in the region, find work experience and explore the world of work and how to enter it. All staff are trained to graduate level in Careers coaching and hold membership of the Careers Development Institute, the UK’s professional body for career development. The service is also Matrix Accredited, giving you peace of mind that we are running an exceptional service. By using the latest artificial intelligence tools, labour market information, psychometric assessments to support our face to face work as well as continued support to alumni, students leave SGS with a solid foundation for their future career direction. Meet the team Our staff of friendly career development professionals can offer students appointments or group sessions to discuss and decide on next steps. Why not visit our Meet The Team section to find out more about them. Booking an appointment We would love the opportunity to sit and discuss your future with you, why not Book An Appointment today and allow us to help you build a solid foundation for a future career. Professional future SGS are the first college in the West of England to offer an artificial Intelligence powered, comprehensive e-learning platform to boost your future career chances . Watch this video for a taste of how it will support you Digital resources We have formed partnerships with a range of digital services aimed at helping you reach your full potential and finding the career of your dreams. Explore routes into different qualifications and job sectors with CareerPilot . Compare up to three different careers simultaneously with LMI (Labour Market Information). Careers academy Supercharge your careers with the careers masterclass enrichment. This twelve-week programme will help you with writing CVs, give tips and guidance on how to excel in interviews and prepare you for the world of work. Find out more over at our Academies section. Open Days Why not attend our next Open Day and speak to a member of our Careers Service. With Open Day's throughout the academic year, it's never to late to start your journey.

At SGS Sixth we offer wrap around support for all of our learners along their learning journey. This enables our learners to achieve to the best of their abilities. SGS Sixth Student support At SGS Sixth we offer wrap around support for all of our learners along their learning journey. This enables our learners to achieve to the best of their abilities. Study Skills Support Our learners can access a wide range of support in developing their study skills. Through e-campus they can book a 1:1 session with one of our Study Skills team who can go through revision and notetaking techniques, help plan out a revision schedule and signpost to different websites and apps to help with revision. Teachers can also help signpost learners ways to help develop their study skills which are specific for their subjects. Careers The careers service is there to help guide learners towards their future careers. We have an excellent careers platform in the Sixth Form called Professional Futures that can help learners build a CV, refine interview techniques and develop skills for future careers success. This is accessed via e-campus. Learners can also book a careers appointment with a member of the careers team for 1:1 guidance and support. To find out more about how the careers service can support you, visit: https://www.sgscol.ac.uk/careers EAAs Exam Access Arrangements are reasonable adjustments that are put in place if a learner has a specific learning need. These can include laptop or computer use for exams, enlarged exam papers, extra time in exams, coloured overlays, or small rooms. If you have had these previously at school getting them carried over to the Sixth Form is easy. All you need to do is ask your tutor to arrange a meeting with our EAA team who will complete the necessary paperwork. This meeting needs to be held before January to ensure these are in place for the summer exams. Wellbeing There are dedicated wellbeing mentors for the Sixth Form to help learners with all aspects of their mental or physical health. Learners can speak to a wellbeing mentor if they want to support, advice or guidance, or just if they want someone to talk to. They can arrange additional 1:1s, help with sexual health services, liaise with external agencies and provide access to our dedicated counsellors. Apprenticeships Increasingly, learners are seeing Higher or Degree based apprenticeships as an alternative path to going to university. As part of SGS College, Sixth Form learners can receive support and guidance from the apprenticeship team for these opportunities after completion of their A Level programme. For more information, advice and guidance visit: https://www.sgscol.ac.uk/apprenticeships Money Management Service The Money Management Service (MMS) is there to provide you with information, advice and guidance on a range of financial support from bursaries, IT equipment, bus passes and free college meals. They can also help with payment plans and loans for mature learners who are returning to education. To find out more about the range of services the MMS team can provide, please visit: https://www.sgscol.ac.uk/mms Learning Support The learning support department provides tailored support to learners who need it. They can provide specialist support for learners who have a specific learning difficulty e.g. Dyslexia, Dspraxia or autism, provide access to assistive IT equipment, provide support with short-term injuries and many more. Tutor All learners in the Sixth Form are assigned a personal tutor. This individual will see the learners every week and help them to keep track of their progress and be there to direct them towards the different support services in the college. The tutor is the central point of contact for any queries about a learners progress whilst they are with us. Learners attend a weekly tutorial session with their tutor and will also have a termly 1:1 with them.

Do you have an interest in the visual arts but want to combine this with other subjects? Are you looking at developing your artistic skillset in either fine art, graphics, fashion and textiles, photography, or craft? 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 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 is equivalent to an A Level and carries the same amount of UCAS points and you will take this alongside two other A Level choices. This qualification is designed to introduce you to the breadth and diversity of specialisms within visual arts and provide you with the opportunity to experiment in the first, then specialise in one of the different pathways of fine art, graphics, fashion and textiles, photography, and craft. The course is taught at our nearby campus at WISE and allows learners access to our high-quality facilities and expert and practicing tutors, whilst also being part of the Sixth Form. UAL Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma Art add to basket Awarding Body Hours Per Week UCAS Points Pass Rates Campus Level UAL 4.5 D = 56 TBC Filton 3 This site is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to apply for our exciting range of offerings. Summary Do you have an interest in the visual arts but want to combine this with other subjects? Are you looking at developing your artistic skillset in either fine art, graphics, fashion and textiles, photography, or craft? 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 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 is equivalent to an A Level and carries the same amount of UCAS points and you will take this alongside two other A Level choices. This qualification is designed to introduce you to the breadth and diversity of specialisms within visual arts and provide you with the opportunity to experiment in the first, then specialise in one of the different pathways of fine art, graphics, fashion and textiles, photography, and craft. The course is taught at our nearby campus at WISE and allows learners access to our high-quality facilities and expert and practicing tutors, whilst also being part of the Sixth Form. 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 Year 1 In the first year you study unit 1: 1. ‘Exploratory Study in Visual Arts’: In this unit you will gain a broad understanding of the visual arts. This will be done through an exploration of different materials, media, and context to develop an understanding of the principles of creative practice. You will be taught the skills and knowledge to make an informed decision on your own personal strengths to help you decide what direction you would like your work to progress in and to understand the context in which visual arts are situated. You will explore different creative practices and methodologies, different media, and processes to develop a range of different practical and theoretical skills. You will develop the specialist visual vocabulary and terminology needed to express and communicate ideas. Year 2 In the second year you will study unit 2: 2. ‘Specialist Investigation in Visual Arts’: In this unit you will develop your skills and knowledge within a selected specialist practice(s). You will reinforce your skills to research, problem solve and evaluate work and then undertake an investigation into an externally set synoptic brief. This will ask you to demonstrate and draw on relevant skills, knowledge and understanding that you have developed. You will be taught how to manage an investigation from conception to realisation in response to the brief. Progression Routes Not only is the UAL L3 Subsidiary Diploma in Visual Arts useful for applying for any Arts based degree at university but combining it with two other A Level options opens opportunities. Combining Art with Psychology for example, give options for Art Therapy related degrees and courses. Art with English Literature would be ideal for degrees involving stage design and set decoration and Art with Media or Film will help with degrees in journalism, film, and design. Additional Learning Opportunities Taking the UAL L3 Subsidiary Diploma in Visual Arts 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. 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." Previous Student 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

Here you can access various revision resources to help you study independently. The resources here are updated regularly, should you have any questions simply get in touch with the Team. SGS Sixth Wellbeing Service The Wellbeing team are here to helping you make the most of your academic and personal life at SGS Sixth. The team are on hand to support you, with a range of services on offer. More resources coming soon More resources coming soon More resources coming soon More resources coming soon More resources coming soon More resources coming soon

Find out more about our exciting campus, dedicated to our sixth form.  SGS Sixth Our Campus Find out more about our exciting campus, dedicated to our sixth form. At SGS Sixth, we look to make campus life as exciting as possible, whilst offering you state of the art facilities where possible. Helping you have an outstanding experience while studying with us. From our Wise Arena to dedicated Sixth Form campus, we recognise and ensure your campus life is everything you could hope for. Gary Parsons Head of SGS Sixth Newsletter Parking Events Travel The Sixth Form SGS Sixth is located in its own dedicated building, called 'A Block'. It is located over the road from the main campus at SGS College Filton. Sixth Form learners are able to access the facilities of the main college, however the Sixth Form is only open for Sixth Form learners to access. The Sixth Form building contains all of the facilities our Sixth Form learners need, with its own car park, library, study zones and coffee shop. To take a tour of our wonderful campus site, please see the 'Sixth Form Tour' section. Sixth Form Library The Sixth Form library is a place to study, take out books and work with others in a quiet space. It is also where many of our Sixth Form talks take place. There is a variety of places to be able to charge a laptop or device, computers to use and space to study both individually or as a small group. Our library staff will be able to help you take out books or advise you about how you can access study skills sessions or wider support. The library is a food-free zone, although bottled water is allowed. Sixth Form Coffee Shop The Sixth Form has its own coffee shop, serving a range of hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, meals and snacks. It is also a place to be able to eat lunches you may chose to bring in, socialise or study with friends. Our coffee shop is a cash-less coffee shop and learners with Free College Meals can purchase items using an app. Our learners are also able to access the bigger refectory for SGS College on the main college site over the road. Opening Times The Sixth Form is open from 08:00 - 17:00 every day for learners to be able to use the facilities and study. This is especially useful for learners who may struggle to find a quiet place to be able to struggle at home. The those wanting to study later, the main campus of SGS College over the road from our building is open later on some days of the week. Sixth Form Tour Take a look around our Sixth Form! Click on the box below to be able to walk through our Sixth Form campus. Study Zones On every floor of the Sixth Form are dedicated areas for learners to be able to study in their independent study periods. The ground floor contains a quiet study zone outside the Maths classrooms, on the first floor is a silent study zone outside the History classroom, whilst outside the Library is a collaborative study zone for learners to be able to work together on projects which might be too noisy for the library. Driving to the Sixth Form The Sixth Form benefits from its own car park located to the rear of the building for those who have passed their driving test. See our parking page for more details on how to register for a free parking permit. Within the car park there is also space for motorbike parking and parents also receive 20 minutes free parking to pick up and drop off learners at the beginning and end of the day. Bicycles, Scooters and Buses Bicycles can be locked up in our bicycle store outside of the Sixth Form, whilst there is also a Tier electric scooter station outside the Sixth Form on the A38. For those who travel by bus, there is bus stops on both sides of the A38 directly outside the building. For more details on travel options, visit our travel page SGS OPEN DAY Join us at our SGS College and SGS Sixth Open Day to find out more about the extensive range of courses on offer. Speak with our experienced tutors, take a tour of our campus and discover what makes SGS outstanding!

Here you can access various revision resources to help you study independently. The resources here are updated regularly, should you have any questions simply get in touch with the Team. SGS Sixth Revision Resources Here you can access various revision resources to help you study in dependently. Kaboodle Log-in page Science subjects use Kaboodle for online textbooks. Once set-up by the teacher, you can access your kaboodle textbook on the following link: Kerboodle - Sign In Links to the exam boards You can access past papers and the specifications for your subjects by visiting the exam board websites: AQA - https://www.aqa.org.uk/ Edexcel - https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/home.html OCR - https://ocr.org.uk/ Eduqas - https://www.eduqas.co.uk/ Library Plus Existing learners can access the library catalogue at the following link: LibraryPlus - Home (sharepoint.com) Illuminate Log-in The Psychology department have access to the electronic copy of the textbook. Once set-up by the teacher, you can log-in using the following link: Login Screen (illuminate.digital)

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 site is on the move! Please head to www.sgscol.ac.uk to apply for our exciting 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." Previous Student Student Support Our Team Find out more about our outstanding staff and departments, dedicated to providing you with outstanding learning and support. 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The SGS Sixth Form is committed to ensuring that we have a safe parking environment for students, staff and visitors. For this reason a E-Parking Permit scheme is in operation 24 hours a day. SGS Sixth Parking and Permits SGS Sixth is committed to ensuring that we have a safe parking environment for students, staff and visitors. For this reason a E-Parking Permit scheme is in operation 24 hours a day. How do I register? You can register for your parking permit by visiting the CPM Portal . All you need is your ID number, printed on the front of your student/staff card. Can I register more than one car? No, by creating an e-permit account you have the option to log back in and change the registration number. Only one vehicle can be registered, so it is your responsibility to update your account should you decide to use a different vehicle at any time. Who can I contact? Our car park is managed by CPM UK Ltd. If you have any queries or issues they can be contacted directly through the following methods: Direct to CPM UK Ltd:e: info@uk-carparkmanagement.co.uk www.uk-carparkmanagement.co.uk 0345 463 5050 Do you have parking wardens? S GS parking areas will be visited by wardens at regular intervals during the day, and warning or penalty notices will be issued to any vehicle not adhering How long does a permit last for? Permits last to the end of an academic year (e.g. 31st July). What if I am a delivery driver? Access to our sites must be pre-approved; please confirm your requested date of attendance and your vehicle registration number to estates.helpdesk@sgscol.ac.uk Your visit will be marked approved, and your vehicle registered to be on-site avoiding any unnecessary parking charges. If you have any problems when you arrive, please contact our reception team on 0117 915 2459 Visiting us or picking up a student? Our car park allows 20 minutes free, giving visitors plenty of time to drop off and pick up. If you wish to visit for more than 20 minutes, you can do so for free by reporting to the college reception.