Course Selection
2017 - 2019
Foreword
This booklet provides information on the option choices available and the core subjects to be
taken in Year 10 from June 2017. It is very important that you read this booklet carefully and
discuss the options available with your child.
Our curriculum philosophy is underpinned by the principles of Excellence, Equity, Engagement
and Enterprise. We offer a challenging curriculum that meets pupils' needs and offers
increasing choice as pupils move through the Academy. The focus is on progress achieved
through high quality teaching and a range of engaging learning experiences. The acquisition
of skills is central, both in terms of literacy and numeracy, as well as the wider skills needed to
equip pupils for success throughout and beyond education. The curriculum is broad and
balanced, offering a real breadth of opportunity and enrichment to allow all pupils to progress
successfully to the next stage in their education or career path.
Our vision for World Class schooling is one in which all pupils:
Make outstanding progress in their learning, regardless of ability, gender, social
background or ethnic origin.
Are engaged in a curriculum suffused with memorable experiences and rich in
opportunities for learning.
Learn, with teachers, in an environment which is mutually respectful and promotes a
shared enjoyment of learning.
Develop social attitudes and behaviours founded upon the principles of respect,
responsibility and care.
Develop transferable skills and attitudes necessary to thrive in the global economy of the
21st century.
We are committed to supporting each individual pupil whilst at the same time providing
academic breadth through the wide diversity of courses available at Key Stage 4.
Mrs C Robbins
Senior Assistant Headteacher
Curriculum Development, Timetable and Options
CONTENTS
Page No.
Updates
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Choices Events Programme
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Making Your Choice
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The Key Stage 4 Curriculum
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Section One – Core Subjects
5 to 12
Section Two – Foundation Subjects GCSE
13 to 32
Important Points to Consider
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Inspiring IAG Award & Careers
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Notes
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Updates
GCSE Grading
Pupils leaving Hollingworth in Summer 2019 will see a change in the grading of GCSE subjects: the
current A* – G grading system will be replaced with a new 9 point scale, 1 being the lowest and 9
being the highest. This means the grading has moved from an 8 point system to a 9 point system
allowing greater stretch and challenge for gifted pupils. Below is an approximate conversion
scale.
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New Specifications
Specifications are written by the examination boards and they outline the course content and
assessment criteria. In line with Government education reforms, the following subjects listed below
will be following new specifications. The specifications available to the Academy at time of
printing this booklet are draft specifications. This means that there could be some changes to
these; however, if changes do occur, they are usually only minor.
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Media Studies
Business Studies
Design and Technology
Facilitating Subjects
The Choices Programme at Hollingworth Academy ensures that pupils follow a broad and
balanced curriculum that gives pupils the opportunity to study subjects that are regarded by many
universities in the country to be ‘facilitating subjects’ at A level. These are the subjects that are
most likely to be required or preferred for entry to the widest range of degree courses and are
listed below.
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English.
Mathematics.
Combined Sciences or Triple Science.
Humanities – History or Geography.
Languages – French or Italian.
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Year 9 Choices Programme 2017-2019
Event
Details
Date
Launch of Year 9 ‘Choices Programme’
Full Year 9 assembly.
Tuesday 3rd January 2017
Course Selection Handbook 2017-2019
Distribution of the ‘Course Selection Handbook 2017-2019’ and
‘Letter of Guidance’.
Wednesday 4th January 2017
GCSE Options Information Evening
Evening event from 6.30pm – 8.15pm.
Thursday 5th January 2017
Information evening to explain the process of how choices link in
with colleges and further study.
CEIAG Exhibition 6.30pm – 7.15pm.
Year 9 Choices Programme Presentation 7.15pm – 8.15pm
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Distribution of ‘Choices Selection 2017-2019’
forms
All forms to be distributed by Form Tutors.
Friday 6th January 2017
‘Key Stage 4 Information Sessions’ within
department time
Each department will provide advice and guidance in relation
to their GCSE courses within allocated ‘Choices Sessions’.
Week commencing
Monday 9th January 2017
Parents’ Evening
Evening event 5.30pm – 8.30pm.
Wednesday 18th January 2017
Core subject progress reports and Foundation subject guidance
and advice relating to course selection.
‘Choices Selection 2017-2019’ form returns
‘Choices Selection Forms’ to be returned to Form Tutors.
Friday 20th January 2017
Individual Pupil Interviews
Individual pupil interviews will take place with Mrs Robbins and
members of the Senior Leadership Team to determine suitability
of subject combinations.
Week commencing
Monday 23rd January 2017
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The Careers Advisor, Lynsey Lovelock, is in school on Wednesdays, Fridays and alternative Mondays.
Pupils can request appointments by emailing [email protected]
Making Your Choice
During Key Stage 4 you will have a twenty-five period timetable. The Core Subjects of English,
Mathematics, Science, ICT, PE and PSHCRE will take up sixteen hours each week. The
remaining nine hours will be taken up by your three chosen Foundation Subjects, each having
three hours per week.
The pupils who are most successful in their chosen GCSE subjects do well because they:
 Study a subject they enjoy.
 Believe that they will gain success in the subject.
 Understand that the subject will help them to achieve career goals.
 Have an excellent attitude to learning.
 Have made a commitment to the subjects chosen.
 Opt for a subject which best fits their ability and interest.
Do not make any decisions regarding your Foundation Subjects choices until you have:
 Read all the information in this handbook.
 Listened to the Key Stage 4 Course Information Sessions from the teachers.
 Listened to the Positive Steps advisors.
 Talked to your Form Tutor.
Do not choose a subject because:
 You think it is easy.
 You like the teacher in that subject (you might be taught by a different teacher).
 Your best friend has chosen it (your friends may be in different teaching groups).
Remember :
A balanced choice of subjects is the best approach.
A balanced choice will give you a range of experiences.
A balanced choice will be more helpful to you in the future.
Sometimes it is possible that a course will be withdrawn if only a small number of pupils choose
it. Every effort will be made to provide you with your first three choices, but sometimes this is
not possible. We will discuss this with you if it happens.
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Key Stage 4 Curriculum
The National Curriculum is made up of the Core and Foundation subjects.
Every pupil must study each of the Core subjects, but choose a selection of Foundation
subjects which they wish to study.
Core Subjects
Foundation Subjects
 English
 Art & Design
 Graphic Communication
 Mathematics
 Business Studies
 History
 Science
 Dance
 Italian
 Information Technology
and Computing
 Design and Technology
 Media Studies
 Drama
 Music
 ECDL
 Engineering
 Physical Education
 Physical Education
 Food Preparation &
Nutrition
 Religious Studies
 French
 Triple Science (Biology,
Chemistry, Physics)
 Personal, Social, Health,
Citizenship and Religious
Education (PSHCRE)
 Geography
 Textile Design
How the timetable is structured
There are twenty-five lessons every week:
- Sixteen lessons are allocated to the Core subjects.
- Nine lessons are allocated to three chosen Foundation subjects.
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Section One – Core Subjects
English
Mathematics
Combined Science
Information Technology and Computing
Physical Education
Personal, Social, Health, Citizenship and Religious Education
(PSHCRE)
Additional Information:
Careers
Work Experience
The Base
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English Language and English Literature
FACULTY: English Language & English Literature
NAME OF COURSE: AQA GCSE English Language (8700)
AQA GCSE English Literature (8702)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: 2 GCSEs
ASSESSMENT: 100% examination
English Language
Paper 1: Explorations in Creative
Reading and Writing 50%
Paper 2: Writers’ Viewpoints and
Perspectives 50%
English Literature
Paper 1: Shakespeare and the 19th
Century Novel 40%
Paper 2: Modern Texts and Poetry 60%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: All pupils will be preparing for their English Language and English
Literature GCSEs. The Programmes of Study for both GCSEs are designed to embed the
knowledge and skills necessary for success in the examinations at the end of the course.
Hard work, dedication and good attendance will be essential to ensure that pupils achieve
their best possible GCSE grades. Wider reading, particularly of non-fiction texts, will benefit
pupils in their English Language and English Literature GCSEs.
SKILLS DEVELOPED:
English Language:
 Reading and understanding the conventions of a range of written texts (fiction and
non-fiction).
 Inference and deduction.
 Analysis of writing features (including vocabulary, punctuation, structural features, etc.)
 Using written language accurately, appropriately and for effect.
The Literature GCSE will involve the close study of:
 Poetry.
 Shakespeare.
 Pre-1914 prose.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: All careers require English and communication skills.
OTHER INFORMATION: This is an EBacc subject.
CONTACT: Mrs J Biddle-Mogg
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Mathematics
FACULTY: Mathematics
NAME OF COURSE: Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1)
In Mathematics (1MA1)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
3 written papers – each paper will be out of 80 marks and worth 33.33%
Paper 1 – calculator not allowed
Paper 2 & 3 – calculator allowed
Pupils are given 1 hour 30 minutes to complete each paper
CONTENT OVERVIEW: The new curriculum for GCSE Mathematics has incorporated significant
changes. The volume and difficulty of the content being covered has increased along with more
emphasis being placed on problem solving and mathematical reasoning. To accommodate the
increased challenge a new grading structure has been put in place with a system of 1-9 replacing
the old G-A*. This means that the knowledge and skills required to achieve what is considered the
benchmark by the government is greater, and there is now a grade above the A* which was
considered the highest grade in the previous GCSE.
Whilst retaining the majority of the topics in the previous curriculum, the new curriculum now
includes several new topics, many of which being brought down from the A level qualification.
These include:
- Functions
- Set Notation
- Iterative Processes
- Quadratic Sequences
- Areas under graphs
Work to prepare for these changes has been ongoing for some time in the Mathematics
department and we are very confident that the scheme of work being delivered fully prepares
pupils for the new more challenging curriculum.
This is an exciting time for the Mathematics department and our pupils, as the much needed
increase in challenge, along with more emphasis on developing problem solving and reasoning
skills, can only serve to help our pupils beyond their time at Hollingworth along whichever pathway
they choose.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Mathematics develops and nurtures skills that you will come to rely on in any
future career, even if you are not aware of it. The need to think about and solve problems with a
logical approach goes well beyond careers that openly use Mathematics. Having a GCSE in
Mathematics demonstrates that you have the resilience and perseverance to identify a problem
and explore and call upon various methods to reach a logical solution.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: The most common career paths in Mathematics tend to
be in engineering, finance, accountancy and computing to name a few. However, Mathematics
is a ‘facilitator’ subject at A level, meaning it is highly valued by universities when applying for
degrees. In fact some degrees will require qualifications in Mathematics even though you may
think the degree you want to do has nothing to do with Mathematics. In short, Mathematics can
only serve to increase your career and further educational pathways. This is a compulsory subject
which means your grade will be comparable with every other prospective applicant for a job or
course. Therefore, the better the grade you can achieve the better your prospects.
OTHER INFORMATION: This is an EBacc subject.
CONTACT: Mr K Clark
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Combined Science
FACULTY: Science
NAME OF COURSE: AQA GCSE Combined Science:
Trilogy (8264)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: 2 GCSEs
ASSESSMENT: Written papers 100%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: Combined Science provides the foundations for understanding the
material world. Scientific understanding is changing our lives and is vital to the world’s future
prosperity.
The combined award in Science will enable pupils to:
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Develop scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific
disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics.
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Develop understanding of the nature, processes and methods of science through different
types of scientific enquiries that help them to answer scientific questions about the world
around them.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Throughout, pupils will develop and learn to apply observational, practical,
modelling, enquiry and problem-solving skills in the laboratory, in the field and in other learning
environments.
Pupils will also develop their ability to evaluate claims based on science through critical
analysis of the methodology, evidence and conclusions, both qualitatively and quantitatively.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: There are many options available to pupils with GCSE
Combined Science.
GCSE Science grades allow pupils to access both academic
qualifications in Science such as: A levels, as well as a wide range of vocational courses;
health related careers; forensic sciences; engineering, and many more. Pupils may choose to
study for further qualifications in Science or simply use their qualification to access other
courses.
OTHER INFORMATION: This is an EBacc subject.
CONTACT: Miss N Wainwright
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Information Technology and Computing
FACULTY: Information Technology and Computing
NAME OF COURSE: OCR GCSE (9-1) in Computer Science (J276)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
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Coursework
Examination
60%
40%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: Computer Science prepares pupils with a good understanding of this
digital age that we live in. The course will explore how the computer works, how we can best
protect ourselves from the ever increasing cybercrime and the moral, legal and ethical
concerns that computers present. Pupils will gain a range of computational thinking skills and
an ability to produce programs that serve a purpose.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Pupils will develop independence and logical thinking skills through a series
of programme tasks designed to provoke thought and awaken their problem solving skills.
Over time pupils will develop a resilience and positive mind-set in order to break down
problems and keep trying different approaches.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS:
Educational pathways in:
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A level computing
BTEC Diploma in Software Design
A wide range of degree level opportunities at university
Careers and opportunities in:
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Games design
Web design
Multimedia programmer
Systems analyst
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OTHER INFORMATION: This is an Ebacc subject.
CONTACT: Mr D Whittle
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Software engineering
Database administration
Teaching
SEO specialist
ECDL : Certificate in IT Application Skills
FACULTY: Information Technology & Computing
NAME OF COURSE: BCS Level 2 Certificate in IT User Skills (ECDL Core)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: Certificate in IT User Skills
ASSESSMENT:
Word Processing
Spreadsheet Software
Presentation Software
Improving Productivity using IT
Online exam 25%
Online exam 25%
Online exam 25%
Online exam 25%
SKILLS DEVELOPED: The ECDL certificate is designed to enhance pupils’ knowledge and build
upon their skills in using IT applications.
This qualification will cover four areas of study.
1
Word Processing Software
Develops the learner’s ability to create word-processed documents: entering text, editing
and formatting work, using graphs, tables and pictures for a professional finish, and
effectively using tools such as the spell-checker and mail merge.
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Spreadsheet Software
Helps the learner develop a working knowledge of spreadsheets, from entering data and
formatting worksheets, to creating charts and producing high-quality documents.
3
Presentation Software
Shows the learner how to produce high-quality presentations using a variety of tools
including charts, graphs and drawn objects.
4
Improving Productivity using IT
Enables the learner to work more effectively with IT. This unit looks at using tools to save
time and effort when producing word processed documents, presentations and
spreadsheets.
CONTACT: Mr D Whittle
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Physical Education - Core
All pupils will be involved in Physical Education for one period each week and will have the
opportunity to participate in a variety of activities. Pupils will continue to be offered extra
opportunities to develop their skills by joining school teams and clubs.
CONTACT: Mr S Mannion
Personal, Social, Health, Citizenship and Religious Education
(PSHCRE)
PSHCRE covers many life issues that pupils face during childhood, adolescence and into adult
life. It equips pupils with knowledge about themselves, their bodies, health and how to
successfully manage risk. Pupils will also discuss issues around drugs, alcohol and sex
education. PSHCRE aims to encourage the skills and attitudes needed to help pupils prepare
for different stages of their lives, for example: how we make decisions; self-awareness; selfesteem; problem solving; and resisting peer pressure. PSHCRE can enrich pupils’ lives by
making them feel positive about themselves, informing them how to enjoy a healthy lifestyle,
feel safe and responsible. It will help build knowledge, confidence and self-esteem as well as
helping them take responsibility for themselves, their choices and behaviour. Through the
Citizenship units pupils learn how to be a good citizen, their position in society locally and
globally, morally and ethically. They also become aware of what it meant by cultural
diversity, group identity and the values of a democracy.
PERSONAL IDENTITIES:
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES:
To understand personal strengths and weaknesses.
To recognise own identity within immediate and wider community.
Recognise strengths and weaknesses in others.
Look at role models.
Body image and media pressure.
Feel positive about themselves, enjoy healthy, safe responsible,
fulfilled lives.
Build knowledge, confidence and self-esteem.
Take responsibility for themselves/choices/behaviour.
CONTACT: Mrs R Kirkpatrick
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Additional Information
Careers
Help and advice is available for all pupils regarding career opportunities to help them prepare
for the future. All pupils complete Career Education units of work as part of the PSHCRE
programme, learning key skills that are important for employment or training. The school has a
well-resourced careers library and ICT resources (web based). In addition to this pupils also
have individual and group appointments with our Positive Steps Advisor. Other events include
careers interviews, visitors from post-16 establishments and the Careers Fair.
CONTACT: Mrs J Collins
Work Experience
During Key Stage 4 most pupils will be given the opportunity to participate in a work
experience placement. This gives them a chance to work outside school with an employer
and sample life in an adult environment. Pupils identify areas of work interest and contact
and arrange their work experience with local employers. Most pupils enjoy their work
experience and find it worthwhile.
CONTACT: Mr M Morrell
The Base
The Base is our drop-in study lounge. It is open Monday – Thursday, 3pm – 5pm. Here Year 11
pupils can study and work individually or collaboratively at their own pace to complete
homework assignments. The Base is well resourced with computers and tablets and all other
materials that pupils may need for their revision. Various members of staff are on hand to
answer questions and offer support and advice.
THIS COMPLETES THE SECTION ABOUT CORE SUBJECTS
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Section Two – Foundation Subjects
Art and Design
Business Studies
Dance
Design and Technology
Drama
Engineering
Food Preparation & Nutrition
French
Geography
Graphic Communication
History
Italian
Media Studies
Music
Physical Education
Religious Education
Textile Design
Triple Science
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Art and Design
FACULTY: Creative Arts
NAME OF COURSE: AQA GCSE Art, Craft and Design (8201)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
Portfolio
Controlled Test
60%
40%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: Pupils will follow an exciting course of study working in 2 and 3
dimensions. The creative projects you undertake will allow you to experiment with a wide
range of ideas, materials, processes and techniques.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: These include drawing, painting, printmaking, Photoshop, 3D sculpture and
mixed media. Projects are based around your own interests and ideas and you will be
expected to work independently. Pupils will complete three coursework projects and a
sketchbook will accompany each project.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS:
 Advertising
 Printmaking
 Packaging
 Illustration
 Typography
 Architecture
 Photography
 Web/Game Design
 Promotional Materials
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Product Design
Graffiti
Animation
Fine Art
OTHER INFORMATION: Art and Design is a popular subject and has an excellent reputation
and record of successful results. The creative industries play a significant role in the UK
economy and workforce.
CONTACT: Ms J Dawson
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Business Studies
FACULTY: Business
NAME OF COURSE: Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1) in Business (1BSO)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
Theme 1 – Investigating a Small Business (50%)
Theme 2 – Building a Business (50%)
CONTENT OVERVIEW: If you like watching ‘The Apprentice’, have an interest in how businesses
work, have an enquiring mind about the world around you and what makes a successful
business person, then this subject is for you. It does not matter if you have not studied Business
Studies in Year 9. At GCSE level, we will apply knowledge and understanding to different
contexts. These include businesses ranging from small to large multinational operating in local,
national and global contexts. We will develop an understanding of how these contexts
impact on business behaviour.
Theme 1 - Investigating a Small Business
 Enterprise and entrepreneurship - the skills needed to be a business person.
 Spotting a business opportunity - deciding if a business proposition is viable.
 Putting a business idea into practice - the financial considerations.
 Setting up and making the business effective.
 Understanding external influences on business - factors that affect a business.
Theme 2 - Building a Business
 Growing the business.
 Making marketing decisions - how to increase awareness.
 Making operational decisions - looking at production.
 Making financial decisions.
 Making human resource decisions - recruiting, training and keeping staff.
Pupils will learn about:
 The business world through research and investigation.
 How to think creatively and how to make a decision.
 How to structure and respond to different types of questions.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Thinking commercially and creatively, decision making, critical and
reflective thinking, investigative and analytical skills, development of sound arguments based
on evidence, quantitative skills relevant to a business, including using and interpreting data.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: There are many options available to pupils who take
Business Studies. If you’re particularly entrepreneurial you might even consider starting up
your own business. With further qualifications and training you could also consider moving into
the following areas: management consultancy; trading; teaching; chartered accountancy;
advertising; investment banking; bank management; retail buying; and many more.
CONTACT: Ms C Calveley
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Dance
FACULTY: Performing Arts
NAME OF COURSE: AQA GCSE Dance (8236)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
:
Performance
Choreography
Dance Appreciation
30%
30%
40%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: Dance is a powerful and expressive subject which encourages pupils to
develop their creative, physical, emotional and intellectual capacity, whatever their previous
experience in the subject. This specification recognises the role of dance in young people’s
lives and pupils will study a range of dance styles. They can choose any style to perform and
choreograph in, providing it meets the assessment criteria. The study of the anthology of
professional works will develop pupils’ ability to critically appraise dances of different styles
and cultural influences and provides a springboard for engaging practical tasks.
Performance:
Set phrases through a solo performance and duet/trio performance.
Choreography:
Group choreography; a solo or a group dance for two to five dancers.
Dance Appreciation: Knowledge and understanding of choreographic processes and
performing skills, critical appreciation of own work and of professional
works.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Employers look for the following qualities: effective communication; team
work; managing others; problem solving; analytical skills; flexibility and adaptability; decision
making; independent judgment; time management; enquiry and research skills; imagination
and creativity; IT skills; ability to relate issues to a wider context. Dance will give you the
opportunity to develop ALL of these skills.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: As stated above, the skills dancers develop are
transferable to all career pathways. However, Britain and the North West in particular have
globally significant cultural and creative industries which provide many career opportunities.
Those that continue to study Dance beyond Hollingworth can find careers as, for example,
professional dancers/performers, choreographers, dance teachers, costume designers,
makeup artists, theatre technicians, marketing for dance, arts administrators, dance
photographers, physiotherapists, yoga or Pilates teachers, aerobics or Zumba teachers, sports
massage therapists.
OTHER INFORMATION: GCSE Dance is a comprehensive study of Dance, a largely practical
course, suitable for those with vast or little experience. It is important to choose a balance of
subjects, have subjects which you enjoy and can inspire and motivate you to do well in all
your areas of study. In addition to helping pupils acquire subject knowledge, Dance promotes
fitness, a healthy lifestyle, team work and creativity.
CONTACT: Miss S Cronin
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Design and Technology
FACULTY: Design and Technology (D&T)
NAME OF COURSE: GCSE Design and Technology
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
Coursework
Written Paper
50%
50%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: Design and Technology is a creative and rewarding course which
successfully blends both academic and hands on skills. During the course, pupils will apply
their current and ongoing knowledge of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths)
to design, develop and manufacture a product which meets the demands of the coursework
task. Alongside this, pupils will explore the principals of design, including CAD/CAM and design
movements, ergonomics and human interaction, sustainability and the environment, scales of
production and quality control amongst others.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: By studying Design and Technology, pupils will develop many transferable
skills which can open up a world of opportunities for pupils who enter one of the creative
industries. Design and technology prepares young people to cope in a rapidly changing
technological world. It will develop skills required to participate responsibly in home, school
and community life (citizenship) and will enable pupils to think and intervene creatively to
improve that world. Design and Technology develops pupils’ ability to become autonomous,
creative problem-solvers and supports pupils’ working as individuals and with others.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: There are many pathways available to pupils who
have studied Design and Technology. The creative industries alone are worth a staggering
£500billion and hold 29% of the UK economy with 3 times more growth than any other sector.
Pupils may choose to continue their academic studies at A-Level and university whilst some
may choose more vocational options and apprenticeships.
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Architecture
Graphic Design
CAD Technician
Aeronautical Engineering
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Civil Engineering
Construction
Branding/ Advertising
Engineering
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Product Design
Fashion Design
Teaching
Landscape Design
OTHER INFORMATION: The Coursework Task (50%) undertaken by the pupil involves the
independent researching, designing, planning, manufacturing and testing of a single fully
functional product or prototype.
CONTACT: Ms V Smith
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Drama
FACULTY: Performing Arts
NAME OF COURSE: Pearson BTEC Level 1/Level 2 First Award in
Performing Arts (WXL43)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: BTEC Award in Performing Arts
ASSESSMENT :
:
:
Unit 1: Individual Showcase
Unit 2: Preparation, Performance and Production
Unit 3: Acting Skills
25%
25%
50%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: The course represents a thorough and challenging experience for our
pupils and features a wide range of opportunities to devise, create, research, analyse and, of
course, perform Drama to a variety of audiences both inside and outside of the Academy.
Pupils will encounter Drama from different times and cultures from the Greeks to modern
cutting-edge forms, will explore a range of published texts, will develop an ability to devise
Drama in response to contemporary issues, and will learn what it takes to mount a production
for public audiences.
Drama is powerful because its unique balance of thought and feeling, of theory and practical
application, makes learning exciting, challenging and relevant to real-life concerns. It
develops artistic skill and also transferable skills for life. Those that opt for the course will need
to have a positive ‘can-do’ attitude and enjoy expressing themselves creatively and in
performance. In return they will experience a growth in personal qualities such as confidence,
independence, literacy and deep thinking skills.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Drama teaches skills that are life enhancing and vital for the 21st century
workplace: effective communication; team work; problem solving; analytical skills; flexibility
and adaptability; decision making; independent judgement; logical argument; enquiry and
research skills; imagination and creativity; written, oral and visual literacy; and the ability to
relate issues to a wider social, cultural or historical context.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: All post-16 colleges accept BTEC qualifications as part
of their standard entry requirements, and counts towards their 5 A*-Cs. This qualification also
gives pupils the grounding they need to access further study in Performing Arts at A Level.
Drama can lead to any number of careers, both inside and outside of the creative industries.
Those with aspirations outside of the arts can benefit from the many transferable skills which
are prized by employers and universities, and those with an interest in the arts can benefit from
the plentiful opportunities that exist nationally or in and around Manchester, which is
internationally recognised as an important centre of art and culture.
So whether you want to work in education, law, marketing and sales, hospitality,
management, business, social welfare, public services, advertising or any other career that
involves working with people, or want to be an actor, director, designer, film-maker, writer,
broadcaster, journalist or work in any creative field, then Drama could be for you.
CONTACT: Mr N Milne and Mrs R Kirkpatrick
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Engineering
FACULTY: Design and Technology (D&T)
NAME OF COURSE: Pearson BTEC Level 1/Level 2 First
Award in Engineering (BLH69)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: BTEC Award in Engineering
ASSESSMENT :
:
Coursework
Examination
75%
25%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: BTEC Next Generation in Engineering is a course that the Design &
Technology department are delivering to Key Stage 4 pupils.
It is imperative in today’s rapidly changing world for pupils to have access to as many skills as
possible in order to give them the best start within their future careers and education.
The BTEC Next Generation in Engineering is a vocational course which gives pupils an insight
into industrial processes and practices. Over the two year period pupils will gain knowledge
and skills through completing three theory based and practical units each comprising
numerous activities and tasks, one of which is assessed through an online test at the end of the
unit. This course will create a solid foundation for the pupil to build upon after leaving school,
whether they choose to proceed further in this area at college or decide to venture into the
world of engineering.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Besides the knowledge you gain through studying Engineering, this course
prepares learners to enter employment in the engineering sector or to progress to further
education. The course helps to develop skills such as: independent learning, logical thinking,
problem-solving, team working, research, ICT skills and planning which is directly relevant to
the changing needs of the profession.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: BTEC First certificate in Engineering can lead to:
Educational pathways in:
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BTEC extended certificate in Engineering
BTEC Diploma in Engineering
A wide range of degree level engineering opportunities at university
Careers opportunities in:
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Sheet Metal and Fabrication
Welding
Draughtsman
University
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Design Engineers
Precision Engineering
Teaching
CONTACT: Mr K Smith
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Food Preparation and Nutrition
FACULTY: Food Technology
NAME OF COURSE: WJEC Eduqas GCSE in Food
Preparation and Nutrition (C560P1)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT: Pupils will complete 2 components of the GCSE and are required to work
independently during practical and written assessments:
Component 1: Principles of Food Preparation and Nutrition (50%). This will consist of a
written examination based on the 6 topics.
Component 2: Food Preparation and Nutrition in Action (50%). This will consist of 2
practical assessments including a 3 hour exam. Each assessment will make up a
percentage of the overall grade.
 Assessment 1: Food science investigation (15%)
o An 8 hour scientific food investigation to be carried out on a food commodity.
o Pupils will produce a 1,500 – 2,000 word written report on research, planning,
carrying out the task, analysis and evaluation.
 Assessment 2: Food preparation (35%)
o A 12 hour project on preparing, cooking and presenting a menu based on a
specific dietary need, lifestyle choice or food topic.
o Pupils will investigate the task and produce a 15 page written report on
research, menu planning, preparation, presentation of dishes and evaluation.
o Pupils will carry out the task by completing a 3 hour practical exam.
All pupils are responsible for providing their own ingredients for trial recipes and exams.
CONTENT OVERVIEW: This is a new course designed to give pupils an opportunity to gain
knowledge, understanding and skills required to cook and apply the principles of food
science, nutrition and healthy eating. Pupils will complete 6 topics focusing on:
 Food Commodities
 Principles of Nutrition
 Diet and Good Health
 The Science of Food
 Where Food Comes From
 Cooking and Food Preparation
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Pupils will complete a mixture of practical, experimental and theory lessons
working individually or as part of a team. They will carry out a weekly technical recipe to
develop their cooking skills and will be required to participate in all practical lessons providing
ingredients when necessary.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS:
This course provides a suitable foundation for the study of WJEC Level 3 Food, Science and
Nutrition, and other food-related courses at either AS or A level.
Further education (e.g. Advanced Level GCE, Diploma), training (e.g. modern
apprenticeships) or employment in the hospitality and catering industries.
CONTACT: Mrs S Ahmed
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French
FACULTY: Modern Foreign Languages
NAME OF COURSE: Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1) in French (1FR0)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
:
:
:
Pupils will complete four examinations, which are all equally weighted at 25%
Listening
25%
Speaking 25%
Reading
25%
Writing
25%
All assessments will be externally marked and completed as a terminal exam at the end of
Year 11. Pupils can be entered for the examinations at Foundation or Higher tier, but must sit
the same tier for all four papers.
CONTENT OVERVIEW: The course will cover the compulsory topics of:
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Identity and Culture (Who am I?; Daily Life; Cultural Life).
Local Area, Holiday and Travel (Holidays; Travel and Tourist Transactions; Town, Region and
Country).
School (What is School Like?; School Activities).
Future Aspirations, Study and Work (Using Languages beyond the Classroom; Ambitions;
Work).
International and Global Dimension (Bringing the World Together; Environmental Issues).
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Pupils will continue to learn effective communication in French, studying
vocabulary and structures to adapt to the topics to be studied. There will be a greater
emphasis on grammar, to enable pupils to communicate with increased spontaneity and
translate short texts from and into the target language. Pupils will also learn to deal with
authentic literary texts.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: There are many options available to linguists. Once
you have learned one foreign language, it becomes easier to learn other languages. At
university you have the choice to study the language on its own, with another language or
with other subjects. The degree combinations are vast. Many people do joint honours in the
original language they studied and start a new language from scratch, such as Russian,
Arabic or Chinese. Foreign languages also combine with any other subject, such as French
and Law, Politics, Geography, History, Maths, Drama or Forensic Science. As well as becoming
a translator or interpreter, linguists often work in the following fields:

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Journalism, editing and publishing
Imports, exports and logistics
Travel and tourism
Diplomatic services
International aid
OTHER INFORMATION: This is an EBacc subject.
CONTACT: Ms C Hobbs / Ms N George
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Geography
FACULTY: Humanities
NAME OF COURSE: AQA GCSE Geography (8035)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
:
1 Human Geography exam (35% of overall grade)
1 Physical Geography exam (35% of overall grade)
1 Skills exam (30% of overall grade)
CONTENT OVERVIEW: Geography provides pupils with an understanding of the world around
them. At GCSE level, we will focus on the relationships between humans and their natural
environment. This provides an enriching curriculum which remains relevant to both local and
global issues, including climate change and management of resources. Consequently pupils
will explore a variety of topics, both human (man-made) and physical (natural). Human
geography focuses on the way that humans make an impact on our planet and includes
topics such as:
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Urban Environment
Global Development
Resource Management
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population growth, challenges facing cities.
economic development, employment and industry.
consumption and management of water and energy.
There are also a variety of physical topics that will be studied, including:
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Natural Hazards
- earthquakes, volcanoes, tropical storms, weather and climate.
Physical Landscapes - rivers and coasts.
The Living World
- ecosystems, rainforests, hot deserts and cold environments.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Throughout the course, pupils will be expected to develop their skills in
map reading, statistics, written literacy, fieldwork collection and presentation. Additionally, we
are delighted to run field work opportunities with our GCSE pupils. Last year, we ran a two day
excursion to Castleton in the Peak District (though this is subject to change). Additionally,
pupils will have the opportunity to head further afield. For example, 40 GCSE geographers
travelled to the Bay of Naples, Italy, in 2016.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: There are many options available to geographers.
Geography is a popular subject at A level, and is also studied at many universities around the
country. Geography graduates go into many areas, including: earth science, weather
forecasting, international development, urban planning, travel and tourism, conservation,
teaching, geographical information systems (GIS), and many more.
OTHER INFORMATION: This is an EBacc Subject.
CONTACT: Mr S Rider
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Graphic Communication
FACULTY: Creative Arts
NAME OF COURSE: AQA GCSE Graphic Communication (8203)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
Portfolio
Controlled Test
60%
40%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: Pupils will follow a Graphic Communication course that is Art based and
tailored to suit both the interests and career ambitions of pupils.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Pupils will have the opportunity to work with traditional Art based materials,
along with new media including the latest software packages. The course combines both 2D
and 3D elements and pupils are expected to develop their ideas in a visual form.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: Pupils will have the opportunity to work in one or more
of the following areas:
 Advertising
 Printmaking
 Packaging
 Illustration
 Typography
 Architecture
 Photography
 Web/Game Design
 Promotional Materials
 Product Design
 Graffiti
 Animation
OTHER INFORMATION: Graphics is a popular subject and the Creative Arts department has an
excellent reputation and record of successful results. The creative industries play a significant
role in the UK economy and workforce.
CONTACT: Miss E Worrall
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History
AQA GCSE History (8145)
PAPER ONE: 1D AMERICA, 1920 – 1973: OPPORTUNITY AND INEQUALITY
Part 1: American people and the ‘Boom’

The ‘Boom’: benefits, advertising, consumer society, Ford and the motor industry,
inequalities of wealth.

Social and cultural developments: Hollywood; position of women in society, jazz age,
flappers.

Divided society: crime, prohibition; racial tension, immigration, Ku Klux Klan, Red Scare,
Sacco & Vanzetti.
Part 2: Bust – Americans’ experiences of the Depression and New Deal

American society during the Depression: unemployment, farmers, businessmen, Hoover
and Roosevelt.

Experience of the New Deal on different groups in society: successes and failures, popular
culture.

Impact of WW2 on America’s recovery: social developments, African-Americans’
experiences & women.
Part 3: America’s post-war society

Post-war American society: consumerism, the American Dream, McCarthyism, popular
culture including Rock and Roll and television.

Racial tension and Civil Rights campaign: Martin Luther King and peaceful protest, Black
Power Movement, and the Civil Rights Acts of the 1960s.

America and the ‘Great Society’: social policies of Presidents Kennedy and Johnson,
women’s rights, and ‘liberation’.
PAPER ONE: CONFLICT AND TENSION BETWEEN EAST AND WEST, 1945 – 1972
Part 1: The origins of the Cold War

End of WW2: Yalta, Potsdam, division of Germany, ideologies of USA and USSR, effect of
the atom bomb.

The Iron Curtain: Soviet expansion in East Europe, Truman Doctrine, Marshall Plan, Stalin’s
reaction, ‘Com-inform’, ‘Com-econ’, Yugoslavia, the Berlin Blockade and Airlift.
Part 2: The development of the Cold War

Significance of events in Asia: Korea.

Military rivalries: the arms race, NATO and the Warsaw Pact, the space race.

The ‘Thaw’: Hungarian uprising with Imre Nagy, Paris Peace Summit, the U2 Crisis and its
effects.
Part 3: Transformation of the Cold War

Berlin Wall: reasons for its construction and effects on the Cold War.

Cuba Bay of Pigs and the missile crisis: roles of Castro, Khrushchev, Kennedy.

Czechoslovakia: Dubcek and the Prague Spring, Soviet reaction, the Brezhnev Doctrine.

Easing of tension: Détente, SALT 1.
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PAPER TWO: 2A BRITAIN: HEALTH AND THE PEOPLE
Part 1: Medicine stands still

Legacy of Ancient World: impact of the fall of the Roman Empire on medicine in Britain.

Medieval medicine: doctors, training, beliefs, contribution of Christianity to medical
progress and treatment, importance of Islamic medicine and surgery, surgery ideas and
techniques.

Public Health in the Middle Ages: towns and monasteries, Black Death in Britain.
Part 2: Beginnings of change

Renaissance: challenge to authority in anatomy, physiology and surgery; opposition to
change.

Dealing with disease: traditional and ‘Quack’ methods of treating disease; the Plague.

Prevention of disease: Edward Jenner, vaccination and opposition to change.
Part 3: Revolution in medicine

Germ Theory: Pasteur, Robert Koch, microbe hunting; Pasteur, vaccination; Paul Ehrlich &
‘magic bullets’.
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Revolution in surgery: anaesthetics, antiseptics, surgical procedures, aseptic surgery.

Public health: industrial Britain, cholera epidemics, health reformers, local and national
government involvement including the 1848 and 1875 Public Health Acts.
Part 4: Modern medicine

Modern: development of pharmaceutical industry, penicillin, its discovery by Fleming, role
of the pharmaceutical industry and WW2 in its mass production, new diseases and
treatments, antibiotic resistance.

Impact of war and technology on surgery: plastic surgery, blood transfusions, X-rays,
transplants, lasers, radiation therapy and keyhole surgery.

Modern public health: importance of Booth, Rowntree, and the Boer War, Liberal social
reforms, impact of two world wars on public health, poverty and housing, Beveridge
Report and the Welfare State, creation of the National Health Service, costs, choices and
the issues of healthcare in the 21st century.
PAPER TWO: ELIZABETHAN ENGLAND, c1568 – 1603
Part 1: Elizabeth’s court and Parliament

Elizabeth I and her court: background and character of Elizabeth I, court life, key ministers.

Difficulties of a female ruler: relations with Parliament, problem of marriage and succession,
strength of Elizabeth’s authority at the end of her reign, including Essex’s rebellion in 1601.
Part 2: Life in Elizabethan times
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‘Golden Age’: living standards, growing prosperity and rise of the gentry, Elizabethan
theatre and its achievements.
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The poor: reasons for poverty, attitudes and responses, government action and seriousness
of the problem.
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English sailors: Hawkins and Drake, circumnavigation 1577-1580, voyages and trade, the
role of Raleigh.
Part 3: Troubles at home and abroad

Religious Settlement: Catholicism, missionaries, plots and threats to Elizabethan settlement,
Puritans and Puritanism, the reason in Parliament and Queen Elizabeth’s response.

Mary Queen of Scots: background, Elizabeth and Parliament’s treatment of Mary, plots,
execution and its impact.
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Conflict with Spain: reasons, events, the defeat of the Spanish Armada.
Part 4: The historic environment of Elizabethan England

AQA select a new site annually, sites will enrich pupils’ understanding of Elizabethan
England.
Assessment :
25
Paper 1 examination
Paper 2 examination
50%
50%
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CONTACT: Mrs V Burke
Italian
FACULTY: Modern Foreign Languages
NAME OF COURSE: Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1) in Italian (1INO)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
:
:
:
Pupils will complete four examinations, which are all equally weighted at 25%
Listening
25%
Speaking 25%
Reading
25%
Writing
25%
All assessments will be externally marked and completed as a terminal exam at the end of
Year 11. Pupils can be entered for the examinations at Foundation or Higher tier, but must sit
the same tier for all four papers.
CONTENT OVERVIEW: The course will cover the compulsory topics of:





Identity and Culture (Who am I?; Daily Life; Cultural Life).
Local Area, Holiday and Travel (Holidays; Travel and Tourist Transactions; Town, Region and
Country).
School (What is School Like?; School Activities).
Future Aspirations, Study and Work (Using Languages beyond the Classroom; Ambitions;
Work).
International and Global Dimension (Bringing the World Together; Environmental Issues).
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Pupils will continue to learn effective communication in Italian, studying
vocabulary and structures to adapt to the topics to be studied. There will be a greater
emphasis on grammar, to enable pupils to communicate with increased spontaneity and
translate short texts from and into the target language. Pupils will also learn to deal with
authentic literary texts.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: There are many options available to linguists. Once
you have learned one foreign language, it becomes easier to learn other languages. At
university you have the choice to study the language on its own, with another language or
with other subjects. The degree combinations are vast. Many people do joint honours in the
original language they studied and start a new language from scratch, such as Russian,
Arabic or Chinese. Foreign languages also combine with any other subject, such as French
and Law, Politics, Geography, History, Maths, Drama or Forensic Science. As well as becoming
a translator or interpreter, linguists often work in the following fields:





Journalism, editing and publishing
Imports, exports and logistics
Travel and tourism
Diplomatic services
International aid
OTHER INFORMATION: This is an EBacc subject.
CONTACT: Ms N George
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Media Studies
FACULTY: Media
NAME OF COURSE: GCSE in Media Studies
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
Coursework
Examination
30%
70%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: Pupils will follow a broad course of study and examine the role of the media
in the modern world. The course will draw upon pupils’ own expertise and encourage them to
develop a deeper understanding of the industrial and commercial world of the media, the impact
of the new digital era and the convergence of media forms. With the media industry being one of
the growth areas in this country, this GCSE is an important introduction to anybody with a desire to
follow a career in this field. Past pupils have progressed onto a variety of academic and
vocational courses; some have even begun their own companies!
Previous topics of study have included: horror films, television police series, television
advertisements and CD design, music videos and Manga Comics. There will be strong emphasis
on pupils making and producing their own media texts. For example, pupils might be asked to
submit one or more of the following for examination coursework:
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Design a DVD/CD cover.
Design a web page to promote a
new band.
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Film the opening sequence of a horror film.
Devise a promotional campaign to promote a
new band product.
GCSE results in Media Studies are well above the National expectation. In addition, pupils enter
work into exhibitions run by Manchester University School of Art, to name but one organisation.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: “There is only one twenty first century skill: the ability to act intelligently when
you are faced with a situation for which you have not been specifically prepared.” Seymour Papert
Media Studies is a creative and engaging course. It will empower you to question and challenge
many of the ideas expressed in modern, mainstream media (television, film making, advertising ...).
The subject requires a willingness to think and work independently, which is a skill demanded by
courses at post 16 and university level, and is regarded as essential by employers too.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: Media Studies is one of the most popular choices at
both post 16 and university level. The majority of top universities offer a variety of Media courses
and employers value the creative intelligence and awareness of media students. With Media City
on our doorstep, Media Studies supports pupils who may wish to progress to areas such as television
production, marketing and advertising, journalism, game design, to name but a few. The excellent
reputation Media Studies has earned at Hollingworth has enabled us to develop strong links with St.
John’s College Cambridge, Manchester Metropolitan University and Rochdale Sixth Form College.
CONTACT: Mr C Dobbs
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Music
FACULTY: Performing Arts
NAME OF COURSE: AQA GCSE Music (8271)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
:
Coursework
Coursework
One hour 30 minutes written examination
Performing 30%
Composing 30%
Listening
40%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: GCSE Music aims to promote an appreciation and enjoyment of the
subject in pupils of a wide range of ability. Those who are prepared to engage in musical
activity, both inside and outside the classroom, will find the course most rewarding. All pupils
will be provided with instrumental lessons free of charge. The course resolves around four
main areas of study:
 Western classical tradition 1650 – 1910
 Popular music
 Traditional music
 Western classical tradition since 1910
Within these areas of study, pupils will have the opportunity to explore a variety of different
genres of music ranging from film music to the piano music of Chopin and Schumann.
The course requires pupils to:
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Carry out two performances on their chosen instrument; one as part of a group and one
as a soloist.
Compose two pieces of music. One must be based on a brief given by the examination
board; one is free choice.
Listen to and analyse a wide variety of music. Plus, understand the historical musical
context of set study pieces which include work by The Beatles, Haydn, Santana and
Copland.
SKILLS DEVELOPED:
The skills developed in GCSE Music are primarily performance,
composition, listening and appraising. In addition, there are a number of transferable skills
including communication, people skills, analytical and critical thinking, plus research and
planning.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS:
Performer, teacher, administrator, songwriter,
conductor, composer, recording engineer, manager, promoter, or music publisher. The range
of roles can seem quite endless! There are also more jobs than ever in music business related
areas such as: careers in digital marketing; social media; PR; technology; label services;
ticketing and merchandising. It is also common to find music graduates in consultancy,
finance, banking, music therapy and legal jobs.
CONTACT: Miss H Earl
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Physical Education
FACULTY: Physical Education
NAME OF COURSE: AQA GCSE Physical Education (8582)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
Written Examination
Controlled Assessment
60%
40%
Pupils will participate in both practical and theory lessons. At Hollingworth we study the AQA
GCSE syllabus. Assessment is split into the following three components:
WRITTEN EXAMINATIONS: The written assessment consists of two written examinations at the
end of Year 11. This will test knowledge gained through theory lessons over the previous
two years.
TWO WRITTEN EXAMINATIONS (TOTAL 60%): The examination includes a mixture of multiple
choice/objective test questions, short answer questions and extended answer questions.
o
Exam Paper 1 (1hr 15mins) (30%): The human body and movement in physical
activity and sport
Topics assessed on this paper include: The Skeletal System, Muscular System,
Cardiovascular System, Respiratory System, Short and Long Term Effects of Exercise,
Movement Analysis (Biomechanics), Health and Fitness, Training, Fitness Testing,
Data Analysis (Application of Maths in PE), Sport Injury and Prevention.
o
Exam Paper 2 (1hr 15mins) (30%): Socio-cultural influences and well-being in
physical activity and sport skill in sport
Topics assessed on this paper include: Sports Psychology, Personality, Social
Groups/Individual Differences, Sponsorship, Media, Technology, Correct Conduct
and Etiquette, Drugs in Sport, Lifestyles and their Effect on Health and Fitness, Diet
and Nutrition.
THREE PRACTICAL PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENTS (30%):
Candidates are assessed
throughout the course and must submit their best three assessments to the exam board at
the end of Year 11. The practical assessments must be from three different physical
activities in the role of a player/performer. One assessment must be in a team activity, one
in an individual activity and a third in either a team or an individual activity.
Team sports are limited by the exam board to football, badminton (doubles), basketball,
cricket, dance, handball, hockey, lacrosse, netball, rowing, rugby league or union, squash
(doubles), tennis (doubles), table tennis (doubles) and volleyball.
Individual sports are limited by the exam board to boxing, athletics, badminton, kayaking,
cycling, dance, diving, golf, gymnastics, equestrian, rock climbing, skiing or snowboarding,
squash, swimming, table tennis, tennis and trampolining.
ONE WRITTEN PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS (10%): Pupils must complete a written analysis and
evaluation of a performance in one sport.
CONTACT: Mr S Mannion
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Religious Studies
FACULTY: Humanities.
NAME OF COURSE: WJEC Eduqas GCSE in Religious Studies (C120P)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
:
Examination 1
Examination 2
Examination 3
50%
25%
25%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: The WJEC Eduqas GCSE in Religious Studies takes a distinctive issues
based approach to the study of religious, philosophical and ethical studies in the modern
world. Through the study of Christianity and Islam pupils will gain an insight into the beliefs,
teachings and practices of Muslims and Christians in terms of issues of relationships, life and
death, good and evil and human rights.
WJEC Eduqas GCSE Religious Studies provides opportunities for learners to understand more
about the world, the religious challenges it faces and their place within it. Following the
course will deepen understanding of the two religions and their effect on society. It will
develop pupils’ competence in a wide range of skills and approaches and enable young
people to become religiously informed, thoughtful and engaged citizens.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: This course develops the ability to investigate different beliefs and
practices, analyse reasons for such beliefs and practices and gain a deeper understanding of
the effects of these beliefs on society and the wider world. Pupils will also develop skills of
empathy, evaluation and reflection to enable them to evolve into very rounded individuals.
EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: A level Religious Studies
A level in Philosophy
A level in Theology
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
services.
Social work, armed forces, teaching, police, law and medical
CONTACT: Mrs R Ogden
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Textile Design
FACULTY: Creative Arts
NAME OF COURSE: AQA GCSE Textile (8204)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED: GCSE
ASSESSMENT :
:
Unit 1 (Coursework)
Unit 2 (Controlled Exam)
60%
40%
CONTENT OVERVIEW: Pupils will follow a Textiles course that is Art based, investigating both
contemporary and traditional Textiles techniques, producing work specific to the interests of
the pupil. No prior textile skills are needed to join this course.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Pupils will have the opportunity to explore and work in the following areas:
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Theatre costume and masquerade.
Fashion and design.
Cultural studies looking at traditional printing techniques – block printing, lino printing and
Batik.
Embellishment and pattern work – with hand and machine stitch.
A wide variety of art media.
Pupils will be expected to complete supporting sketchbook work and a final outcome for
each Unit of work. A controlled assessment will also be completed where pupils are expected
to develop their ideas in a creative and visual form.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: Pupils will have the opportunity to work in one or more
of the following areas:
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Advertising
Printmaking
Packaging
Fashion
 Illustration
 Typography
 Architecture
 Embroidery
 Photography
 Web/Game Design
 Promotional Materials
 Textile Construction
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Product Design
Graffiti
Animation
Dress Making
OTHER INFORMATION: Textiles is a popular subject and the Creative Arts department has an
excellent reputation and record of successful results. The creative industries play a significant
role in the UK economy and workforce.
CONTACT: Mrs L Williams
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Triple Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
FACULTY: Science
NAME OF COURSE: AQA GCSE Biology (8461) / Chemistry (8462) / Physics (8463)
QUALIFICATION RECEIVED:
GCSE Biology
GCSE Chemistry
GCSE Physics
ASSESSMENT: Written papers 100%
CONTENT OVERVIEW:
Biology
Provides pupils with a good understanding of human biology, organisms, evolution and the
environment.
Chemistry
Provides pupils with a good understanding of organic and inorganic chemistry and how
chemistry is used in business and industry. It also covers how manufacturing can affect the
global and local environment.
Physics
Provides pupils with a good understanding of physics concepts and applications. Pupils
will be able to construct a scientific approach to solving problems and asking and
answering questions about the fundamental laws that govern natural phenomena.
Triple Science provides more opportunities to enjoy a deeper knowledge and understanding
of Science. It is predominantly chosen by high achieving pupils who wish to progress to A level
sciences.
SKILLS DEVELOPED: Throughout, pupils will develop and learn to apply observational, practical,
modelling, enquiry and problem-solving skills in the laboratory, in the field and in other learning
environments.
Pupils will also develop their ability to evaluate claims based on science through critical
analysis of the methodology, evidence and conclusions, both qualitatively and quantitatively.
CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS: There are many options available to pupils with
Science GCSEs. Pupils can access both academic qualifications in Science such as A levels,
as well as a wide range of vocational courses. Biology, Chemistry and Physics are popular A
level subjects and there are many Science courses available to study at university.
OTHER INFORMATION: This is an EBacc subject.
CONTACT: Ms N Wainwright
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Important Points to Consider
You cannot study:
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Any combinations of Graphic Communication, Textile Design and Art & Design.
To study:
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Triple Science, you should achieve a level 6 in Science.
Broad and Balanced is Best:
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Have you chosen a facilitating subject?
language).
(Triple Science, History, Geography or a
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Will the combination of your choices open doors to further education, training or
employment opportunities?
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Have you considered the balance of learning activities within the subjects you have
chosen?
Remember:
Sometimes it is possible that a course will be withdrawn if only a small number of pupils choose
it. Every effort will be made to provide you with your first three choices, but sometimes this is
not possible. We will discuss this with you if it happens.
Your ‘Choices Selection 2017 – 2019’ form must be returned to your Form Tutor by Friday 20th
January 2017.
Any concerns relating to your subject choices will be discussed with you by Mrs Robbins and
the Senior Leadership Team.
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Inspiring IAG Award
Hollingworth Academy holds the prestigious Inspiring IAG ‘Gold’ quality mark. There are six
key areas that run through each stage of the award, each underpinned by the principles of
equality and diversity and raising aspirations.
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Management and Leadership
Design and Delivery of CEIAG
Working with Partners
Information and Communication
Outcomes for Young People
Involving Parents and Carers
This externally accredited, nationally-recognised award acknowledges the commitment staff
at Hollingworth make to deliver consistently high quality Careers Education, Information,
Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) to all pupils. This ensures that our NEET (Not in Education,
Employment or Training) figures for past pupils at the school always compare very favourably
to the national average.
Careers - Websites
There are a number of useful careers websites which can be accessed via the school
homepage where both pupils and parents/carers can access information.
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THE NATIONAL CAREERS SERVICE: www.nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
The National Careers Service website provides careers advice and information on a wide
range of jobs, training course resources and funding.
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CAREER POINT: www.careerpoint-gm.co.uk/
This new website has only recently gone “live” and is a virtual environment for career
information, advice and guidance, labour market information and apprenticeships. The
site contains three main areas; for staff, young people and parents/carers.
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THE NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP SERVICE: www.apprenticeships.gov.uk
As the name suggests, this is a nationwide website relating to apprenticeship opportunities.
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APPRENTICESHIPS IN ROCHDALE, HEYWOOD AND MIDDLETON:
www.rochdaleapprenticeships.org
If you live in Rochdale, Middleton or Heywood you can access additional support in
applying for an Apprenticeship. By completing the online application pupils will be
contacted by local specialists who can answer any questions they may have and support
with their application.
In addition, pupils have access to the ‘Kudos’ suite of careers software programmes, all of
which can be accessed both in school and at home: http://kudos.cascaid.co.uk
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