A Level Courses

A Level

Duration: 2 years

Contact: Mrs C Cox

You will cover a wide range of ceramic techniques using a variety of materials and developing your ideas creatively. Learning through the investigation of artists and researching extensively will result in the development of an individual approach and style. Final art pieces are produced on an individual basis. Developmental work and the ability to annotate the progressive stages of the work will be essential.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSE's grade 4 and above including a 5 in an Art subject. If you are opting for a different specialism to your GCSE a portfolio and meeting will be required.

Course Content

Unit 1: Personal Investigation (60%)
You will generate and develop ideas, research primary and contextual sources, record practical and written observations, experiment with media and processes, and refine ideas towards producing personal resolved outcomes. Your Personal Investigation incorporates three major elements: supporting studies, practical work, and a Personal Study. Your supporting studies and practical work will comprise a portfolio of development work and outcomes based on themes and ideas developed from personal starting points (agreed by your teacher). The Personal Study is evidenced through critical written communication (1000 to 3000 words of continuous prose), which may contain integrated images. 

Unit 2: Externally set assignment (40%)
The Externally Set Assignment (exam paper) is released in February from AQA and contains a theme and suggested starting points. You will follow the same process as the Personal Investigation and create preparatory studies and then, around April time, have a 15 hour period of sustained focus to produce your final outcome(s). 

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Art & Design Courses

Further Opportunities

You could take this course to complement other A Level courses such as Graphics, Photography, Textiles or Fine Art.  With further training, you could go into a job related to art and design such as a Ceramicist, Architect, 3D designer, Set design or Model/Prop maker. You could also go straight into the workplace, as these courses are recognised qualifications.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 years

Contact: Miss E Seale

You will cover a wide range of art techniques using a variety of materials to develop your ideas creatively. Learning through the investigation of artists and researching extensively will result in the development of an individual approach and style. Final art pieces are produced on an individual basis. Developmental work and the ability to annotate the progressive stages of the work will be essential.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs grade 4 and above including a 5 in an Art subject. If you are opting for a different specialism to your GCSE a portfolio and meeting will be required.

Course Content

Unit 1: Personal Investigation (60%)
You will generate and develop ideas, research primary and contextual sources, record practical and written observations, experiment with media and processes, and refine ideas towards producing personal resolved outcomes.Your Personal Investigation incorporates three major elements: supporting studies, practical work, and a Personal Study. Your supporting studies and practical work will comprise a portfolio of development work and outcomes based on themes and ideas developed from personal starting points (agreed by your teacher). The Personal Study is evidenced through critical written communication (1000 to 3000 words of continuous prose), which may contain integrated images. 

Unit 2: Externally Set Assignment (40%)
The Externally Set Assignment (exam paper) is released in February from AQA and contains a theme and suggested starting points. You will follow the same process as the Personal Investigation and create preparatory studies and then, around April time, have a 15 hour period of sustained focus to produce your final outcome(s).

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Art & Design Courses

Further Opportunities

You could take this course to complement other Advanced Level courses such as Graphics, Photography, Textiles or Fine Art.  With further training, you could go into a career related to art and design such as an Illustrator, Interior Designer, Artist or Print maker. You could also go straight into a job, as these courses are recognised qualifications.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mr D Shepherd and Mr G Wilson

This course is designed to encourage students to develop an enthusiasm for biology, including practical skills, an understanding of concepts and principles, and the knowledge and skills for the study of biology in Higher Education.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above including at least a 6-5 in Combined Science or a 6 in Biology plus 5 in Maths and a 5 in English

Course Content

In year one students study these topics: basic cell structure, biological molecules and cell division, diversity and organisation, how organisms exchange substances with their environments, biodiversity and variation and the relationships between organisms.
To gain the full A Level qualification students continue into a second year and cover: how organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments, the control of gene expression, patterns of inheritance and how the genome can be manipulated, genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems.
At the end of the course students will sit three written examinations covering topics from both years of the course. Students will also have a practical endorsement which will be reported separately.

Further Opportunities

You could take this course with other Advanced Level courses such as Chemistry or Physics to prepare for higher education in a science related subject or more general courses.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mrs C Cox

The A Level is structured into four themes: Marketing and people, Managing business activities, Business decisions and strategy, Global business.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSE's at grade 4 and above including a 5 in Business Studies/Merit in Enterprise and a 5 in English Language and Maths.

Course Content

The A Level is structured into four themes:

•   Theme 1 Marketing and people
•   Theme 2 Managing business activities
•   Theme 3 Business decisions and strategy
•   Theme 4 Global business.

There are three externally assessed papers at A Level. Each paper comprises 100 marks and are two hours in duration. There is a mix of data response questions that are of the short answer nature and extended open response questions. The A Level Paper 3 has a broad pre-released context to support the investigative nature of the qualification. This pre-release will help learners contextually prepare for the exam ahead. 
There is no external assessment at the end of the first year; the full A Level is achieved with the successful completion of the examinations at the end of year two. To achieve the full A Level under the new regulations you will need to take all of the assessed units together at the end of the second year of the course, including a repeat of those taken at the end of Year 12.
The course has opportunities to attend extra-curricular trips, including revision workshops and attending businesses for contextual experience.

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Further Opportunities

This course will prepare you for higher education; it offers a qualification for employment or further learning in business related sectors.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mr C Wheeler and Mr D Shepherd

This course is designed to encourage students to develop an enthusiasm for chemistry, including practical skills, an understanding of concepts and principles, and the knowledge and skills for study at Higher Education.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above including at least a 6-5 in Combined Science or a 6 in Chemistry plus 5 in Maths and a 5 in English.

Course Content

In the first year students will cover the basics of chemical reactions and also develop practical skills. You will also cover modules on topics such as the periodic table, energy changes and reaction rates, as well as learning the basics of organic chemistry.
Students continue into a second year and cover topics which include: Quantitative Chemistry, Enthalpy, Transition Elements, Aromatic Compounds, Polymers and Organic Synthesis. At the end of the course students sit three written examinations, covering topics from both years. Students also receive a separately reported practical endorsement.

Further Opportunities

You could take this course with other Advanced Level courses such as Biology or Physics to prepare for higher education in a science related subject or more general courses.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

2 Years

Contact: Ms Y Tang

A Level Chinese has been developed to inspire all students who have an appreciation of the language, literature, film and culture of the Chinese-speaking world.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above including a minimum of a grade 7 in GCSE Chinese.

Course Content

Having been designed as a motivating course of study, A Level Chinese will enable our students to develop an advanced level knowledge and understanding of the Chinese language, the culture of China and other Chinese-speaking countries, as well as practical and valuable language and transferable study skills.

Exams:

A Level Chinese consists of three externally-examined papers.

Paper 1: Listening, reading and translation (**Paper code: 9CN0/01)

Paper 2: Written response to works and translation (**Paper code: 9CN0/02)

The works will be either two literary texts, or one literary text and one film.

Paper 3: Speaking (**Paper code: 9CN0/03M/03C)x

Internally conducted and externally assessed

Further Opportunities

Mandarin is the most widely spoken language in the world. People who can speak Mandarin in the Business sector have a huge advantage in tapping into the Chinese market. A knowledge of Mandarin will enrich your understanding of fascinating Chinese culture. There are a wide range of related careers: multinationals trading, consultancy, business, banking, government foreign affairs, journalism, travel agent, interpretor, academics, education (teaching), publishing and more.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level 

Duration: 2 years

Contact: Mr B Pritchard

Computer Science is a practical subject where students can apply the academic principles learned in the classroom to real-world systems. It's an intensely creative subject that combines invention and excitement.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs including English and Maths at grade 5 or higher and a grade 6 in GCSE Computer Science or a Merit in a vocational ICT subject.

Course Content

There are 2 exams both 2 hours and 30 minutes; each exam  is worth 40% of the total A Level. The exams cover the following topics:

• The characteristics of contemporary processors, input, output and storage devices

• Software and software development

• Exchanging data

• Data types, data structures and algorithms

• Legal, moral, cultural and ethical issues

• Elements of computational thinking

• Problem solving and programming

• Algorithms to solve problems and standard algorithms

The learner will choose a computing problem to work through according to the guidance

in the specification. This is worth 20% of the final grade; and covers the following:

• Analysis of the problem

• Design of the solution

• Developing the solution

• Evaluation

A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Miss H Sargeant

RSL Level 3 Diploma in Creative and Performing Arts. This is an exciting course that will equip learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding for entry to employment in the creative and performing arts industries or progression to further study at a higher level. The qualification aims to offer practical structured learning with the opportunity to develop a range of skills across all areas of the dance pathway including performing, choreographing and teaching. It will provide you with the opportunity to take your learning outside of the studio and participate in projects with the wider community.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at 4 or above including grade 4 in Dance & English language. If you haven’t studied Dance at GCSE, applications may be considered if you take part in extra-curricular dance following an interview with the Principal Teacher.

Course Content

To achieve this qualification you will complete 7 units of work, made up of 2 compulsory core units together with 5 additional units that can develop your skills and understanding of performance, choreography and your ability to teach dance. There is no formal external examination and assessment is based on creating portfolios of evidence showing how you have developed your skills throughout the 2 year course. 

Compulsory Units:
Planning a career in the Performing Arts
Performance Preparation

Optional Units:
Dance technique and Performance
Dance Ensemble
Leading Dance
Dance in the Community
Repertory Dance
Choreography

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96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mrs H Headley

This two-year A Level course involves the study of how language makes meaning through various forms of communication, including linguistics (the scientific study of language) and literature (poetry, prose and plays). Students will learn how to analyse a range of English language texts and  they will produce their own creative and evaluative writing in response to set briefs. It is assessed through two written exams at the end of the second year and one piece of independent coursework.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs grade 4 and above, including 5s in English Language and English Literature

Course Content

This course involves the study of linguistics and English literature. Students will learn how to analyse a range of English language texts: spoken language texts, non-fiction texts, plays, poetry and prose. Students will also learn how to produce their own creative writing from a stimulus and write an evaluative commentary about the process.

This two-year A Level course is assessed through two written exams at the end of the second year and one piece of independent project. A range of texts are studied across all genres.

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Further Opportunities

This course complements other Advanced Level courses or could lead on to Higher Education in English Literature Studies, or other Higher Education courses. With further training, you could go into a career related to English Literature Studies, such as a teacher, journalist or author.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mrs H Headley

This two-year A Level course comprises three main elements covering a wide range of poetry, prose and Shakespearean plays. It is assessed through two written exams at the end of the second year and two pieces of independent coursework. The two genres studied over the course are Tragedy and Crime

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs grade 4 and above, including 5s in English Language and English Literature

Course Content

This course involves studying a range of heritage and contemporary texts from the English literary canon, including poetry, prose and plays.

Students will learn how to form a debate about their reading in a concise manner, blending their understanding of authorial methods, contextual factors and genres. Two genres are studied: tragedy and crime.

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Further Opportunities

This course could complement other Advanced Level courses or lead on to Higher Education in English Literature Studies, or other Higher Education courses. With further training, you could enter into a career related to English Literature Studies, such as a teacher, journalist or author. 

You could also enter into a career as the AS GCE is a recognised qualification that will help you develop the skills, understanding and knowledge that many employers look for.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 years

Contact: Mrs C Hanson

The A Level film course aims to develop students’ skills so that they become adept in both interpreting and making film texts.

Entry Requirements 

5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above including a grade 4 in Media if they studied it at GCSE. Alternatively, if not studied at GCSE, they must get a grade 4 in English. 

Course Content

The course is structured as followed: 30% coursework, 70% exam. Through the study and analysis of film texts and exercises in filmmaking, the course explores film history, theory and socio-economic background. The course develops students’ critical abilities, enabling them to appreciate the multiplicity of cultural and historical perspectives in film. Students also develop the professional and technical skills to express themselves creatively in film. The course requires willingness to attempt to understand alternative views, to respect and appreciate cultural diversity, and to have an open and critical mind.

Students will study a full spectrum of the film landscape these include: 

• Silent Cinema: one film for analysis
• Experimental Film: one film for analysis
• Hollywood Film 1930-1990: two films for comparison
• American Film since 2005: two films for analysis
• British Film since 2005: two films for analysis
• Global Films: two films for analysis
• Documentary Film: one film for analysis

To complement this, students will be formally assessed on their practical skills. You will be required to make a short film and evaluation, which will form 30% of your final grade.
There is no expectation for students to have access to their own film equipment. The department is well resourced with a range of cameras, microphones, lighting and industry standard editing software.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Miss A Boehm

You will develop an advanced level knowledge and understanding of the French language, the culture of France and other French-speaking countries, as well as practical and valuable language and transferable study skills.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including a grade 4 in English and preferably a 6 in French, although grade 5 may be accepted after discussion with the MFL department.

Course Content

The Pearson Edexcel A Level in French has been developed to inspire all students who have an appreciation of the language, literature, film and culture of the French-speaking world.

This specification will help to prepare students for higher education and enhance their employability profile. The qualification features familiar and popular themes as well as some new content that provides clear links to some of the most fundamental and interesting aspects of the culture of the target language country and communities. You will study popular literary texts and films including contemporary and more classical titles. The assessments place an emphasis on spontaneity and grammar, as well as providing plenty of opportunities for students to apply their knowledge independently and creatively.

The A Level has four main Themes – Les changements dans la société française (Development of French society), La culture politique et artistique dans les pays francophones (political and artistic culture of the French-speaking world), L’Immigration et la société multiculturelle française (immigration and multicultural French society), and L’Occupation et la Résistance (occupation and the resistance); to be studied alongside one literary text and one film. It is assessed through two externally examined papers and one non-exam assessment (oral).  The content of the A Level builds on the understanding developed at Key Stage 4 and gives students the opportunity to learn and apply important transferable skills in critical thinking and analysis, enabling them to make a smooth transition to the next level of study.

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96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

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In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mrs B Bennett

There has never been a better or more important time to study geography. With growing interest in issues such as climate change, migration, environmental degradation and social cohesion, Geography is one of the most relevant courses you could choose to study.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including English and a grade 5 in Geography.

Course Content

Geography is a two-year course including three examinations to be taken at the end of year 13 and an independent investigation, completed during the latter part of Year 12, early part of Year 13. Unit 1 will include: Tectonic Processes and Hazards, Landscape Systems, Processes and Change, Coastal Landscapes and Change, The Water Cycle and Water insecurity and The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security. Unit 2 topics will include: Globalisation, Shaping Places, Diverse places, Superpowers and Global Development and Connections (including health, human rights and intervention).

The final paper is a synoptic exam exploring Players, Attitudes and actions, Futures and uncertainties across all units. Unit 4 (independent investigation) is a non-examined assessment worth 20% of the qualification, which will take the form of a fieldwork investigation. The investigation may relate to any aspect of geography contained within the specification. The investigation will be internally assessed and externally moderated and between 3000-4000 words in length. There is a residential trip to Dorset in order to prepare for the independent investigation.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

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In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Miss A Boehm

A Level developed to inspire all students who have an appreciation of the language, literature, film and culture of the German-speaking world.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including English and preferably a grade 6 in German, although grade 5 may be accepted after discussion with the MFL department.

Course Content

You will develop an advanced level knowledge and understanding of the German language, the culture of Germany and other German-speaking countries, as well as practical and valuable language and transferable study skills. This specification will help to prepare students for higher education and enhance their employability profile. The qualification features familiar and popular themes as well as some new content that provides clear links to some of the most fundamental and interesting aspects of the culture of the target language country and communities.

You will study popular literary texts and films including contemporary and more classical titles, together with authentic source materials from Germany and the wider German-speaking world. The assessments place an emphasis on spontaneity and grammar, as well as providing plenty of opportunities for students to apply their knowledge independently and creatively.

The A Level has four main Themes – Gesellschaftliche Entwicklung in Deutschland (Development of Germany), Politische und Künstlerische Kultur im deutschen Sprachraum (political and artistic culture of the German-speaking world), Immigration und die deutsche multikulturelle Gesellschaft (immigration and German multicultural society), and Die Wiedervereinigung Deutschlands (the reunification of Germany); to be studied alongside one literary text and one film. It is assessed through two externally examined papers and one non-exam assessment (oral). The content of the A Level builds on the understanding developed at Key Stage 4 and gives students the opportunity to learn and apply important transferable skills in critical thinking and analysis, enabling them to make a smooth transition to the next level of study.

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96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 years

Contact: Mrs L Bourne-Taylor

The focus on the first year is on experimentation with media and the exploration of ideas, while the second year is focused more towards the realisation of ideas and the refinement of skills.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs grade 4 and above including a 5 in an Art subject. If you are opting for a different specialism to your GCSE a portfolio and meeting will be required.

Course Content

Unit 1: Personal Investigation (60%)
You will generate and develop ideas, research primary and contextual sources, record practical and written observations, experiment with media and processes, and refine ideas towards producing personal resolved outcomes. Your Personal Investigation incorporates three major elements: supporting studies, practical work, and a Personal Study. Your supporting studies and practical work will comprise a portfolio of development work and outcomes based on themes and ideas developed from personal starting points (agreed by your teacher).

Unit 2: Externally set assignment (40%)
The Externally Set Assignment (exam paper) is released in February from AQA and contains a theme and suggested starting points. You will follow the same process as the Personal Investigation and create preparatory studies and then, around April time, have a 15 hour period of sustained focus to produce your final outcome(s).

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Further Opportunities

You could take this course to complement other Advanced Level courses such as Photography, Textiles or Ceramics, Media Studies or IT. With further training, you could pursue a career in the creative industries such as in Graphic Design, Illustration, Animation, Advertising, Architecture, Interior Design, Web Design, Film or Television and Media. You could also go straight into a career, as these courses are recognised qualifications.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mr C Searby

The History course that we offer at Homewood comprises studies of more than 500 years of British, European and global history. Over the two years, students study a huge number of key historical events including the Reformation, the Cold War, and the Rise of the Nazi Party. Students will also be taught how to develop a range of historical skills including evaluating through second order concepts such as cause, consequence and significance, and learning to analyse sources and interpretations.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including a grade 5 in History.

Course Content

The modules students study are:

Unit 1: Y106: The Early Tudors: 1485 – 1558 (25%)

Unit 2: Y221: Democracy and Dictatorships in Germany 1919–1963 (15%)

Unit 3: Y318: Russia and its Rulers 1855–1964 (40%)

Unit 4: Y100: Coursework module (20%)

The three exams consist of essays, source analysis, historical enquiries and use of historical interpretations. All modules will be examined at the end of the two year course.

In Year 13 students complete an independent piece of extended writing on a selected topic of their choice worth 20% of their final grade. 

We also aim to boost students' experience of History by organising trips for our GCSE and A Level students, and are taking our current cohort to Berlin in February 2025.

Course Content

Unit 1: The Early Tudors: In this British Period Study learners will investigate the reigns of Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edward VI and Mary I, considering themes such as opposition to their rule, foreign policy, religious changes and the overall stability of the monarchy. Students will learn how to interpret and analyse sources, and will consider a key enquiry topic of the Mid-Tudor Crises of 1547-58.

Unit 2: Democracy and Dictatorship in Germany, 1919-63: In this unit, students will study key events in modern Germany history, spanning from the end of WW1 and the creation of the Weimar Republic in 1919 to the creation of the Berlin Wall in the 1960s. Students will also look in depth at the rise, rule and fall of the Nazi Party in Germany, and consider the impact their governance had on the people of Germany and those under its control.

Unit 3: Russia and its rulers, 1855-1964: In this unit students will learn about the different leaders of Russia in this period, with a strong focus on change and continuity between the Russian Tsars and the Communist rulers of the Soviet Union. Students also look in depth at the rules of Alexander II, the Provisional Government and Nikita Khrushchev, with a significant portion of the exam focusing on interpretations around one of these leaders.

Unit 4: Coursework: In this module, students are given the autonomy to complete an answer on their choice of question from a range of topics selected by the History department. The final word count should be between 3000 - 4000 words.

Further Opportunities

Studying History not only provides students with an understanding of the modern world, but also gives them a range of skills including analysis, persuasive writing, problem solving, and research skills.

These skills can of course lead directly to history specific jobs such as working in a museum, school or archive, but are also extremely transferable and can provide opportunities in a wide variety of careers including those in law, marketing, media and many more.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mr D Lintern

In the first year of A Level Mathematics, students will cover two different modules, ‘pure mathematics’ and ‘statistics and mechanics’.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including a minimum of a 6 at Mathematics.

Course Content

Pure Mathematics will introduce proof, algebra and functions, graphs and transformations, coordinate geometry, binomial expansion, trigonometry, exponential and logarithms, differentiation, integration and vectors. Statistics and mechanics will introduce applied mathematics and looking at the following topics data presentation and interpretation, interpolation, probability, binomial distribution, hypothesis testing, kinematics and forces.

In the second year of A Level Mathematics students will study ‘Pure Mathematics 2’ and ‘Statistics and Mechanics 2’. Pure Mathematics 2 consists of some familiar topics from Pure 1 but deepening and extending the topics further and it also introduces new topics such as numerical methods, arithmetic & geometric, series and parametric equations.
Statistics and Mechanics 2 again will have familiar topics from the first year and introduce the following, regression and correlation, conditional probability, normal distribution, moments, friction and projectiles. At the end of the second year you will sit three examinations. Two ‘Pure’ examinations and a ‘Statistics and Mechanics’ examination.

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Further Opportunities

You could take this course with other Advanced Level courses to prepare for Higher Education in areas of mathematics, engineering, economics, physics or more general Higher Education courses. Mathematics is a course that is very versatile and is well looked at by universities for a wide variety of courses.

With further training, you could go into employment related to mathematics such as engineering, accountancy, economics, financial advice or operational research. For those students who want to take maths to an even deeper level should consider taking ‘Further Mathematics’ as an additional A Level. Some universities have further maths as a requirement for students who wish to study mathematics to Degree level.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

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In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mrs C Hanson

A Level Media Studies engages students in the study of media products in relation to the four areas of language, audience, representation and industry.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at Grade 4 and above including English & English Literature.

Course Content

Students must undertake at least one cross-media study and must study at least one example of a media product from each form. Assessment will be through a combination of examinations (70%) and non-exam assessment (coursework) (30%).

Students will be required to study themes set by AQA in preparation for two exams at the end of the two year course.

Aspects of Media Studies covered:

• Advertising
• Magazine
• Newsletter
• Film Industry
• Radio
• Television
• Video Game
• Social Media and Participatory

Paper 1 and 2 questions will focus on the analysis of media products, through a theoretical framework. They will be expected to demonstrate understanding of the contexts in which the products are created. The products chosen for study range across audiences of age and ethnicity. These represent engaging areas of the media for students to explore a variety of issues and debates.

Throughout the course students will be given the opportunity to create a range of products in order to create a showreel to support their next steps into the industry.
The department is well resourced with a range of cameras, microphones, lighting and industry standard editing software.

All students will be informally examined at the end of the first year to check on students’ progress.

Further Opportunities

A Level Media could lead onto Higher Education to study Media or other more general courses. You could go into a career related to Media such as a Journalist, News Reporter, TV Producer or Public Relations Officer.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mr Matthews-Crow

You will cover a wide range of photography techniques using a variety of materials and developing your ideas creatively. Learning through the investigation of artists and researching extensively will result in the development of an individual approach and style. Final art pieces are produced on an individual basis. Developmental work and the ability to annotate the progressive stages of the work will be essential.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs grade 4 and above including a 5 in an Art subject. If you are opting for a different specialism to your GCSE a portfolio and meeting will be required.

Course Content

Unit 1: Personal Investigation (60%)
You will generate and develop ideas, research primary and contextual sources, record practical and written observations, experiment with media and processes, and refine ideas towards producing personal resolved outcomes. Your Personal Investigation incorporates three major elements: supporting studies, practical work, and a Personal Study. Your supporting studies and practical work will comprise a portfolio of development work and outcomes based on themes and ideas developed from personal starting points (agreed by your teacher). The Personal Study will be evidenced through critical written communication showing contextual research and understanding (1000 to 3000 words of continuous prose), which may contain integrated images. 

Unit 2: Externally set assignment (40%)
The Externally Set Assignment (exam paper) is released in February from AQA and contains a theme and suggested starting points. You will follow the same process as the Personal Investigation and create preparatory studies and then, around April time, have a 15 hour period of sustained focus to produce your final outcome(s). 

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Further Opportunities

You could take this course to complement other A Level courses such as Graphics, Photography, Textiles or Fine Art.  With further training, you could go into a career related to art and design such as a Photographer, Photojournalist, Animator or Digital retoucher. You could also go straight into a career, as these courses are recognised qualifications.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Ms N Bulless

There are 4 components to this course: 70% of the course grade comes from 2 exams and the other 30% of the grade comes from Practical and Coursework.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSE grades at 4 or above. Grade 5s in English, Science and PE are preferable although cases will be looked at individually.

Course Content

There are 4 components to this course:

70% of the course grade comes from 2 exams (Components 1 and 2) and the other 30% of the grade comes from Practical and Coursework (Components 3 and 4).

Component 1: Applied Anatomy and Physiology. Students will understand the anatomical/structural and physiological/functional roles performed in the identified systems of the body. The principles of Newton’s Three Laws of Motion – force, centre of mass and stability. Students will understand concepts of energy and how they relate to physical activity and sport.

Component 2: Psychological and Social Principles of Physical Education. Students are required to show an understanding of the nature and development of skills in sport. Students should have an awareness of the relevant learning theories and how they relate to skill development. At A Level, students will develop a detailed appreciation of the role of memory systems in the acquisition of skill. Students should be able to understand how quantitative data can be generated in appropriate areas of skill acquisition and be able to produce and evaluate the meaning of such data.

Component 3: Practical Performance. Students will be required to perform in one physical activity, in the role of either player/performer or coach. Students are required to demonstrate their ability to perform a range of skills and techniques in physical activity, make decisions, implement strategies, tactics and/or compositional ideas, and apply knowledge and understanding of rules and regulations while performing physical activity.

Component 4: Performance Analysis and Performance Development Programme. Students must complete a Performance Analysis and then, based on the results of the analysis, produce a Performance Development Programme (PDP). In the Performance Analysis, in either the role of player/performer or coach, students will investigate two components of a physical activity (one physiological component and either a technical or a tactical component).

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96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mr C Wheeler and Mr D Shepherd

This course will encourage students to develop an enthusiasm for physics. 

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above including at least a  6-5 in Combined Science or a 6 in Physics plus 5 in Maths and a 5 in English.

Course Content

The course enables candidates to develop a wide range of skills in data collection, analysis and investigation, alongside developing a logical way of approaching problems and thinking analytically about situations.

In year one, students will cover various topics including the basics behind physical quantities and units. They will also cover ideas on how forces effect motion, including Newton’s Laws before going on to look at ideas to do with electrons, waves and photons.

In year two, students will cover all the above topics alongside topics such as particle physics, medical physics, astrophysics, as well as looking at ideas such as gravitational and electrical fields and circular motion.

At the end of the two year course students will sit three written examinations, covering topics from both years of the course.

Students will also have a practical endorsement, which will be reported separately, and comments on their practical skills.

You could take this course with other Advanced Level courses such as Mathematics, Chemistry or Biology to prepare for higher education in a science related subject or more general courses.

Further Opportunities

With further training, you could go into a job related to Physics such as Electronics Engineer, Architect, Medical Physicist or Science Technician as well as being able to access many non-science related careers such as Law and Finance.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 years

Contact: Miss A Lynch

The Politics A Level course is engaging, relevant and controversial. It covers present news and current affairs from the UK and USA in order to analyse how the UK and USA are run, alongside developing research, written communication, and debating skills. The curriculum offered provides a balance of UK and US politics underpinned with an explanation of the key political ideologies that inform our political processes.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including a minimum of a 5 at English, 5 in Mathematics, and 5 in a Humanities or Social Science subject such as History, Geography, or Sociology.

Course Content

AQA Politics A-level is split into three sections:

The first section of the course is an in depth look at UK government and politics. This explores eight specific topics:

• Democracy and participation in the United Kingdom – Is UK democracy in crisis?

• Political parties – How different are the Labour and Conservative parties?

• Electoral systems – Is it time to reform the voting system in the UK?

• Voting behaviour – What impact does the media have on elections?

• The UK constitution – Is it time to have a written constitution?

• Parliament – Should the House of Lords be abolished?

• Prime Minister and the executive – How powerful is the Prime Minister?

The Supreme Court and the impact that the EU has had on the UK – Has the Supreme Court gained power in recent years?

The second section of the course is a study of political ideology and the impact that they have had on our politics. There are three core ideologies that you would study and one optional ideology. You would study liberalism, conservatism, socialism and feminism. The main focus of this unit would be to investigate the main beliefs of each ideology and the differing beliefs of five key thinkers.

The final section studied would be a focus on the politics of the USA. This would be a comparative unit whereby you would compare and contrast the political systems of the UK and the US. For example, you may compare and contrast the power of the President of the US and the Prime Minister of the UK - Do presidents such as Trump and Obama really hold as much power as they think?

There will be opportunities to visit the UK Parliament, local and regional assemblies as well as attend politics lectures and debates when they occur.

Further Opportunities

Politics impacts on us all every day and studying Politics allows us to be able to see how the world around us is being shaped. It provides us with a crucial framework for understanding the systems of governance and decision-making that shape our societies. Moreover, it encourages an informed and engaged citizenry, which is fundamental to the functioning of any democracy. Ultimately, studying politics empowers individuals to be active and responsible members of their communities.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mr G Letty

What is Psychology? This subject is within the ERS & Social Sciences Faculty and is the study of human behaviour. We aim to understand who we are, why we think the way we do and why we behave the way we do. It is suitable for any student who is interested in the brain and human behaviour. Psychology combines well with other social sciences including: Sociology, Religious Studies, Criminology, Politics. But will also combine well with any other literacy and humanities-based subject such as, History, Geography or English.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at a grade 5 or above, including English Language, Maths and Science. Progression to Year 13 is dependent on an end of year assessment in Year 12.

Course Content

What will be covered on the course? 

All students will have 5 lessons per week and may have more than one teacher for this subject. This is a two-year qualification.

The course is as follows: 

AQA A Level 7182:

Paper 1: Introductory topics in Psychology - Social Influence, Attachments, Memory, Psychopathology 

Paper 2: Psychology in context- Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology & Research Methods. 

Paper 3: Issues & Options in Psychology- Issues & Debates in Psychology, Gender, Schizophrenia & Forensic Psychology. 

All students will study for and sit all the above topics in their exams.

How will the course be assessed? There will be three 2hr exams at the end of the year, with 96 marks per paper, each 33.3% of the A Level grade 

There is no coursework element although practical’s and research projects will be conducted during the courses.

Further Opportunities

Psychology gives you a good understanding of how people think and why they act the way they do, making the subject extremely useful for any career that involves dealing with people.

The course is a recognised Science A Level qualification that will help you develop the skills, understanding and knowledge that many employers across lots of industries are looking for.

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96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Miss R Brodie

Have you ever questioned ‘What happens after we die?’ or ‘If there is a God, then why is there suffering and evil in the world?’. In A-Level Religious Studies we will attempt to answer these questions.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including English Language or Literature at a grade 5, a GCSE in Religious Studies is not required, but a Humanities GCSE is preferred. Progression from Year 12 to Year 13 is dependent on an end of year assessment in Year 12.

Course Content

A Level Religious Studies is a deep thinking and critical subject which asks questions such as those above and more to discover what part religion plays in our world. Through the study of philosophy and ethical theories, this course will try to answer questions that people ask in everyday life.

The content of this course is relevant to life today and provides skills and knowledge that may be useful for your future. In this subject you will develop skills such as critical thinking, the ability to evaluate key thinkers’ belief and the application of relevant sources.

How the course will be assessed

There will be two 3 hour written exams at the end of year 13, with 100 marks per paper, each 50% of the A-Level grade. There is no coursework.

The question marks range from 10 marks to 25 marks.

The exam board is AQA.

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In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Miss R Brodie

Ever wondered how we developed into the society we are today? How does the way you see yourself determine the way people identify you? Whether men or women are more likely to commit a crime?

Entry Requirements

5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including English Language and Literature at a grade 5 and Sociology or a Humanities subject. Progression from Year 12 to Year 13 is dependent on an end of year assessment in Year 12.

Course Content

A Level Sociology will help you to make sense of the society we live in and understand the cultural and identity issues which affect us all. You will learn plenty of skills including, the use of evidence to support your arguments, how to investigate facts, and critical thinking. 

It is relevant to the society you live in, so you are bound to enjoy learning about topics that are relevant to everyday life; plus, it opens the door to a fantastic range of interesting careers.

The course covers a wide range of topics including compulsory modules in Education, Methods in Context, Crime and Deviance and Research Methods. In addition students study the optional modules in topics, which are Families and Households and Beliefs in Society. 

How will the course be assessed?

There will be three 2hr written exams at the end of the course, with 80 marks per paper, each 33.3% of the A Level grade. There is no coursework element although research projects will be conducted during the course.

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96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 Years

Contact: Mrs G Parry

You will cover a wide range of textile techniques using a variety of materials and developing your ideas creatively. Learning through the investigation of artists and researching extensively will result in the development of an individual approach and style. Final art pieces are produced on an individual basis. Developmental work and the ability to annotate the progressive stages of the work will be essential.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs grade 4 and above including a 5 in an Art subject. If you are opting for a different specialism to your GCSE a portfolio and meeting will be required.

Course Content

Unit 1: Personal Investigation (60%)
You will generate and develop ideas, research primary and contextual sources, record practical and written observations, experiment with media and processes, and refine ideas towards producing personal resolved outcomes. Your Personal Investigation incorporates three major elements: supporting studies, practical work, and a Personal Study. Your supporting studies and practical work will comprise a portfolio of development work and outcomes based on themes and ideas developed from personal starting points (agreed by your teacher). The Personal Study will be evidenced through critical written communication showing contextual research and understanding (1000 to 3000 words of continuous prose). which may contain integrated images. 

Unit 2: Externally set assignment (40%)
The Externally Set Assignment (exam paper) is released in February from AQA and contains a theme and suggested starting points. You will follow the same process as the Personal Investigation and create preparatory studies and then, around April time, have a 15 hour period of sustained focus to produce your final outcome(s). 

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Further Opportunities

You could take this course to complement other A Level courses such as Photography, Fine Art, Ceramics or Graphic Design. With further training, you could pursue a career in the creative industries such as a Surface Pattern Designer, Fashion Designer, Interior Design, Printmaker or Childrenswear Designer . You could also go straight into a career, as these courses are recognised qualifications.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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A Level

Duration: 2 years

Contact: Mrs A Francis

Theatre Studies provides an opportunity for students to act, design and explore play texts and live performance.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including English, as well as a 5 in GCSE Drama. Applicants without these grades may be considered in the light of extra-curricular drama following an interview.

Course Content

The course is evenly balanced between practical work and academic study. It should be noted that the course requires considerable wider reading from students and progress throughout the course is assessed through a series of regular essays and practical assignments. Students benefit from regular trips to the theatre and workshops or talks from visiting professionals.

Component 1 - Drama and Theatre
Written Exam (40%) - The study of Two Set Texts which are analysed both practically and theoretically. Also written analysis of a live performance.

Component 2 - Creating Original Drama
Devising (30%) - Creating their own piece theatre with a practitioner’s influence and then the performance of the piece, this is supported by a written Working Notebook.

Component 3 - Making Theatre
Practical scripted (30%)  - The performance of 3 extracts from 3 different plays studied over the 2 years. This is supported by a written Reflective Report.
There is an expectation that students will join Acting Up Company to develop performance skills, be that acting or designing/directing. 

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Further Opportunities

A degree or apprenticeship in acting, designing, stage management, script writing, drama therapy, teaching. The transferable skills of improvisation, problem solving, public speaking, confidence and verbal and written skills gained during the A Level will be valuable in a wide range of careers; law policing, HR, event management.

96% University Success

In 2019 96% of Homewood Sixth Form students were accepted by their first or second choice university.

Red Hot Progress

In 2019, Homewood’s Sixth Form was graded “Red Hot” for progress across academic and applied subjects by the ALPs organisation.

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