The teachers The standard are great, of the students all industry work isprofessionals extremely high! and really supportive Ofsted 2016Ofsted 2016 Outstanding 2 Ofsted Rated in Sports at Grade 2 and Public Services Ofsted 2016 September 2017 Entry PROSPECTUS
Principal’s Message St Vincent Sixth Form CollegeWelcome to the St Vincent Sixth Form Collegeprospectus for 2017-18 and thank you forconsidering us for your sixth form education.The St Vincent Sixth Form College campus is an historic andbeautiful site on the Gosport waterfront; it’s a great place to learn.We have recently completed a £5 million programme of campusmodernisation enabling us to provide state-of-the-art and spaciousstudy and support facilities.According to our recent Ofsted report, ‘students thrive at college;they feel safe and respected and are expected to achieve highly’. We areproud of the quality of teaching here and this is confirmed by ourrecent improvement in results.Like all sixth form colleges, most of our students study A-Levelsand other advanced level courses, and we also offer a range ofqualifications for students needing a further year of study beforeembarking on a traditional sixth form programme.As a relatively small college we pride ourselves on being able to offerindividualised combinations of courses, often by combining A-Levelswith BTEC advanced level vocational units. This has proved verysuccessful in helping students achieve well and progress to university.We have outstanding careers provision with our own in-houseteam who can help you when making your decisions on your courseoptions, as well as being there to advise you throughout your time atcollege.St Vincent is a college which values hard work and high achievement.Our students learn in a harmonious and mutually respectfulenvironment and they are increasingly articulate and confident.We challenge all our students to aim high and stretch themselvesacademically and we also offer extensive additional opportunities,through a wide ranging extra curriculum programme and a hugevariety of trips and visits.Do come to one of our Open Evenings. You will then see foryourself that we are a friendly, welcoming and aspirational collegeand we will be able to give you advice on putting together a studyprogramme that will help you achieve your aims. Matt Atkinson Principal 2 Ofsted Rated at Grade 2 1 2017 Entry
Key Dates Autumn Open Evenings 12th October 2016 5.30 pm – 8.30 pm 15th November 2016 5.30 pm – 8.30 pm Spring Open Evening 25th April 2017 5.30 pm – 8.00 pm Parents’ Introduction Evening 28th June 2017 Introduction Day for new students 29th June 2017 GCSE Results 24th August 2017 Enrolment Week commencing 28th August 2017 2 Ofsted Rated at Grade 22 St Vincent Sixth Form College
Contentsg Why Choose St Vincent? 4 St Vincent Sixth Form Collegeg Choosing your Study Programme 6g A-Levels and Combination Courses 8g Vocational Courses 10g Careers 12g Art and Design 14g Business and I.T. 18g Carpentry 21g Engineering 23g English 25g Health & Social Care 28g Humanities and Language 31g Mathematics 34g Media and Film 37g Music 40g Performing Arts (including Dance, Acting and Performance) 42g Public Services 45g Sciences 48g Social Sciences 52g Sports 56g Working with Children 59g Foundation Learning 61g Financial Support 66g Apprenticeships 68g Adult Learning 70g Student Support 73g Cross College Support 75g Enrichment and Student Voice 78g How to Apply 80 3 2017 Entry
Why ChoSotseVincent? St Vincent Sixth Form College has been providing high standard further education opportunities for learners across the Gosport and Fareham community for the past 29 years. As a Sixth Form College we have a wide range of A-Level provision as well as vocational programmes which are tailored to meet the needs of every learner. We believe it is the right of every person to have a choice regarding their education and development. As a student at St Vincent Sixth Form College, you will be encouraged to not only achieve a high level of academic and vocational success but also grow and develop as an individual. You will be supported to achieve this by our highly qualified and experienced staff, who are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and aspirations. Within this prospectus you will find that whatever your achievements before coming to College, there is a course relevant to you. As a student at St Vincent Sixth Form College you will have available to you a number of features which distinguish us from other further education establishments in the Gosport and Fareham region. These include: • The opportunity to select a course programme which combines A-Level and Vocational qualifications – not available at any other local college • Careers and progression support from staff with National Careers Award recognition • National recognition for our Learning Support provision • Courses, facilities and staff who have been recognised locally and nationally for their outstanding achievements and areas of excellence In addition to these, all St Vincent students benefit from access to our: • Excellent Student Support facilities (including tutor support and access to specialist services) • Financial support (including the purchase of bus passes for eligible students) • Excellent enrichment opportunities (sport, performing arts, Student Union, ambassador programme, themed week activities and special college guests/speakers) • State-of-the-Art learning and study facilities The best way to see this first hand is to attend one of our Open Evenings, the details of which can be found on page 2. 2 Ofsted Rated at Grade 24 St Vincent Sixth Form College
Sixth Form Academy St Vincent Sixth Form College For students who have excelled at GCSEA key feature of our A-Level provision is the Sixth Form Academy. Phoebe HoltStudents whose GCSE grades are mainly 6 or above, including Englishand Maths can apply to join the Academy. The Academy is led by the Brune Park CommunityPrincipal and designed to help each student develop their academic Schoolskills and leadership qualities. Subjects:Students who join the Academy will be encouraged to undertake A Level Communicationadditional qualifications such as the Extended Project, critical and Culturethinking or something appropriate to their career aspirations. With A Level Dancesupport from the Principal, students will be able to participate in A Level Geographyinter-college debates, quizzes and other leadership development A Level Mathsactivities. Students will also be mentored to complete applicationsto the best universities in the country, including Oxbridge and the I have found that I haveRussell Group. learnt new things and skillsTo find out more about the Sixth Form Academy please I would not have learnt inemail [email protected] and reference your email ‘Sixth normal lessons.Form Academy’.Extended Project QualificationThe Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is a qualification studentscan study alongside their learning programme to develop a student’sability to research skills and present their ideas at a high academiclevel. The EPQ requires students to independently plan, completeand reflect upon a 5,000 word dissertation, or equivalent researchproject, with support from the College’s EPQ Coordinator. Thequalification is highly sought after by universities and employers andprovides students with an excellent opportunity to undertake analternative learning experience. 5 2017 Entry
ChYoouorsSintugdy ProgrammeWhich Level is right for you?When choosing your course options you need to ensure you applyfor a level of qualification in line with your predicted GCSE gradesand your career aspirations. Our staff can help you decide whichprogramme of study is right for you. Each level of study has specificentry requirements as outlined in the table below.These requirements are for general guidance only and somecourses have additional entry requirements which are included in thesubject descriptions.Level 3 Entry requirements Type of qualification Progression routesLevel 2 5 or more GCSEs at grade A-Level Progression on to University A* to C/Level 5 or above, BTEC Triple - Diploma or employment or successful completion of BTEC Double - Subsidiary a Level 2 qualification e.g. Diploma Progression on to a Level 3 BTEC/CTEC at Merit or BTEC Single - Certificate qualification, employment or Distinction (some courses OCR Certificate/Diploma an Advanced Apprenticeship require English and/or Maths) BTEC Extended Certificate Progression on to a Level 2 Level 2 qualification, employment or an 5 or more GCSEs at grade City & Guilds Diploma Level Apprenticeship A* to E/grade 2 – 8 in English 2 Progression on to a Level 1 and Maths qualification or employmentLevel 1 No formal qualifications GCSEs Level 2 required although a range A range of Level 1 and Entry of GCSEs at grade E to G Level qualifications as part preferable of a Foundation Learning ProgrammeEntry No previous qualificationsLevel necessary(The above is for guidance only)Importance of Maths and English at Level 5 or aboveIf you want to gain Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications in order to go on to employment, training or HigherEducation it is very important that you have the vital qualifications of Maths and English.Please note that if you do not have a GCSE in either English and/or Maths at the time of enrolment youwill be required to include Maths and English at a suitable level as part of your programme. This will helpto prepare you for your progression after you complete your courses with us.For further advice please contact our friendly admissions team on 023 9258 8311.6 St Vincent Sixth Form College
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A LandevCeomlbisnation CoursesA-Levels are a traditional academic route for those intending to go on to Higher Education oremployment which requires evidence of a student’s ability to study at an advanced level (A-Levels). Youmay be aware that the Government has recently reformed the structure of A-Levels with changes beingphased in over the next three years.Due to the changes in A-Level structure many institutions have been asking whether students shouldstudy three A-Levels or four. At St Vincent Sixth Form College we believe that the question should not beabout the number of A-Levels students study. Rather, we will look at where each student wants to be intwo years’ time and from this we will build a Study Programme designed to support their progression andfuture aspirations.For the majority of students, three A-Levels will achieve this; for some students four A-Levels will bebeneficial. We will discuss this with you in more detail at enrolment and ensure you are provided withthe information, advice and guidance to make an informed decision about the best number of A-Levels tostudy.To study an A-Level Programme you will need five GCSEs at grades A* to C, with some subjects havingadditional entry criteria (please see subject descriptions). For Maths and English Progress 8 Levels 5-8 arethe equivalent to this (Level 4 may be considered).A unique feature of our provision is that you can choose to select a full A-Level programme, oryou can choose to study a combination of A-Level and BTEC/Vocational qualifications. St Vincentis the only college in the Gosport and Fareham area to offer the opportunity to have a blendedlearning programme which provides you with a wider choice of study.On the next page you will find a list of A-Level and BTEC single qualifications. You will need to selectA-Levels (or combination of A-Level and BTEC qualifications) that you would like to study. You canalso look at studying one A-Level qualification and a BTEC double. When applying to the Collegeplease indicate the subjects that you are interested in and you can discuss these with a member of ourAdmissions Team at interview.You will find out more detailed information about each A-Level/BTEC by reading the information on thepage indicated next to the qualification in the table on the next page. Below is a table that will help youshould you wish to consider studying a combination of A-Level and BTEC subjects.A-Levels only Programme descriptor Learning programme options A-Level subjects (no BTECs) Select 3 (or 4 subject to negotiation) A-Level optionsA-Level and BTEC A-Level and a BTEC single Select 2 A-Level options and aoptions (Level 3) BTEC single option or 2 BTEC single options and 1 A-Level option. A-Level and a BTEC double Select 1 A-Level option and a BTEC double option. BTEC triple This is a full-time learning programme and after two years study is equivalent to 3 A-Levels. However students can participate in the enrichment activities and study sessions available to all learners.Please contact us by e-mail us at [email protected] if you have any queries regarding A-Levelreforms and what this means for students applying to college.8 St Vincent Sixth Form College
A-Level and BTEC single courses which can be combined at St Vincent Sixth Form CollegeSt Vincent Sixth Form CollegeStudents can combine A-Level qualifications with BTEC courses provided below to enable you to studycourses specific to your needs and aspirations.A-Level subject Page no. BTEC Level 3 - Singles Page no.Ancient History 32Art and Design – Fine Art 15 These are equivalent to one A-Level. TheseBiology 49 courses could be combined with A-Levels,Chemistry 50 GCSEs or other BTEC courses.Dance 44English Language 26 Business 19English Literature 27Film Studies 38 Criminology 53Geography 33Graphic Design 16 Health & Social Care 30History 32Maths 35 Law 53Maths – Further 35Media Studies 38 Music Performance 41Moving Image 39Philosophy, Religion and Ethics 33 Music Technology 41Photography 17Physics 51 Performing Arts 43Psychology 54Sociology 54 BTEC Level 3 - Doubles Page no. These are equivalent to two A-Levels. These courses could be combined with A-Levels, GCSEs or other BTEC courses. Engineering 24 Computing for Creative Industries 20 Science 51 9 2017 Entry
Vocational CoursesStudents wishing to study a vocational qualification can choose from our varied range of courseprogrammes. Each of these subjects will provide you with a hands-on, practical learning experience instate-of-the-art facilities with staff who have a wealth of industry experience relating to their respectivefield of work.Level 3 CoursesThe Level 3 vocational offer available at St Vincent Sixth Form College provides students with anopportunity to study at an advanced level in their chosen area of study. These qualifications are equivalentto three A-Levels and will provide a foundation for you to progress to higher education, employmentor an apprenticeship. You will need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade C or above, including Maths andEnglish for most subjects.Subject Page no. Subject Page no.Pathway to Nursing and the Health 29 Health & Social Care 30Care Profession Sport 57Pathway to Social Work and Social 29 Uniformed Public Services 46Professions Access to HE 71Pathway to Primary Teaching and 60Early YearsLevel 2 CoursesSt Vincent Sixth Form College offers a range of courses at Level 2. If you want to gain Level 2qualifications in order to progress to work, training or on to other courses it is very important that youhave the vital qualifications in English and Maths needed to support your progression. If you do not yethave a grade C in either English or Maths, you will study either or both of these subjects as part of yourLevel 2 programme at an appropriate level.Below are the details of the courses offered by St Vincent at Level 2:Subject Page no. Subject Page no. 17 Working in Health, Social Care and 30Art and Creative Media 22 ChildcareCarpentry 55 IT Games and Animation 20Crime & Society 63 Performing Arts 43Employability 24 Sport 57Engineering Public Services 46Level 1 CoursesSt Vincent Sixth Form College offers bespoke courses at Level 1. No formal qualifications are requiredalthough a range of GCSEs at grade E to G are preferable. These courses provide progressionopportunities to a Level 2 course or employment.Below are the details of the courses offered by St Vincent at Level 1:Subject Page no. Subject Page no.Carpentry 22 Diploma in Vocational Studies 6210 St Vincent Sixth Form College
Ofsted Rated St Vincent Sixth Form College 2at Grade 2 20 minutes 15 minutes St Vincent Sixth Form College sitsSt Vincent Bus, X5, E1, E2, 9/9A, in the heart of Gosport and is the main provider of Post-16 Sixth Form 9/9A 10, 11 education for Fareham and Gosport schools. 60 minutes 10 minutes For students with aspirations to studySt Vincent Bus, X5 E1, E2, 10, 11 at a Sixth Form College our campus is ideally located in an easily accessible part of Gosport which is well served by bus, cycle and road links. Travel times to St Vincent are significantly shorter from Fareham and Gosport schools than other Hampshire providers meaning you could save up to two hours a day of travelling and hundreds of pounds in fares by enrolling with us. Imagine that – an extra two hours a day to study, spend time with friends, do your hobbies, work and relax. More information about travel and financial support with travel costs can be found on pages 66-67 30 minutes CE1, E2, 9/9A, 10, 11 S 30 minutes St Vincent Bus, X525 minutes 45 minutesE1, E2, 9/9A, E1, E2, 9/9A, 10, 11 10, 11, X5 11 2017 Entry
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Careers and Higher Education Team St Vincent Sixth Form CollegeDeciding your next step can be difficult and at St Vincent Sixth Form College we offer all students accessto the highest standards of advice, guidance and support regarding progression to higher education,employment and apprenticeships. Led by our Careers and HE Manager (a previous winner of a NationalCareers Award), our Careers and Higher Education Team have been recognised for their outstanding workby Ofsted who identified their work as a key strength stating ‘Careers advice and guidance are effective inenabling students to make right choices.’ (Ofsted Inspection Report 2016).We are pleased to hold the Matrix Quality Standard which is awarded to organisations providing professionalinformation, advice and guidance services and pride ourselves in ensuring that individual students receiveconfidential and impartial careers and progression services. This service is supported by a comprehensivelibrary of resources including specialist IT software to support students to identify appropriate progressionpathways. Whether your plans are to progress on to another course, employment, university or take a gapyear our highly qualified and dedicated team will help you achieve your goal.93% of applicants Higher Educationto Higher Educationreceived offers from St Vincent Sixth Form College provides comprehensive supporttheir choices for students wanting to progress to Higher Education. We have a(National figure 87%) dedicated team of staff who will assist students with their research97% of leavers went and applications to university. Indeed, ‘students particularly valueonto numerous the detailed information and guidance they receive about Universitypositive destinations choices’ (Ofsted Inspection Report, July 2012). We have excellentincluding Higher links with universities across the country who attend our annualEducation, Training, Careers and Gap Year Fair which attracts over 60 institutions andApprenticeships, organisations and other progression themed events.Employment, GapYear and Volunteering Employment, Apprenticeships and Volunteering For students seeking to access employment or other progression options such as Apprenticeships, further training/education or volunteering, our Careers Team can provide support to ensure that when students leave college they have an appropriate progression pathway in place. To support these we arrange and deliver numerous events and activities throughout the year including an Employability and Apprenticeship Fortnight as well as various Higher Education Events and Progression Focus Days. We also promote local part/full-time employment opportunities and provide CV writing workshops, interview preparation and help with job hunting. 13 2017 Entry
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Daniel Mann Art & Design (Fine Art) – A Level St Vincent Sixth Form CollegeLearning Area Manager (Also consider: Graphics, Moving Image or(Creative Arts, Engineering and IT) Photography.)• M A Photography and Urban This is a very creative course 67% of students in 2016 Cultures. Goldsmiths College, that aims to enable you to work studying an Art based subject University of London with a broad band of media and progressed onto university;• E xperience as an OCR use innovative techniques in most with an Art focus Moderator for Art and Design your own original manner but• 9 Years teaching experience. always referencing fine art. We Entry Requirements: will introduce you to drawing • A portfolio of creative workSarah Hartland and painting methods, using portfolios in individual and for interviewTeacher of Fine Art creative ways, as well as use • Five GCSEs at A* – C/Graphics and Textiles print making to extend your• MA Fine Art Winchester expressive possibilities. You will Grade 5 and above (including learn more about history of art Art) School of Art and contemporary art forms• O CR Moderator/Team too. The course aims to give Assessment: you the confidence to develop Leader for Art and Design as a creative individual and the • 60% personal investigation• Treasurer and exhibiting chance to build up a very rich (coursework) portfolio that will get you into member of Artel, Chichester Higher Education. • 40% controlled assessment• 19 Years teaching experience. (externally set task)Alison Lilley 15 2017 EntryTeacher of Photographyand Art Technician• Worked as the technician in Engineering/DT and Art and Design department• Taught in the Royal Navy training school to new recruits• B uilt and serviced missiles for the MOD.
Graphic Design – A Level (Also consider: Art, IT, Media, Moving Image or Photography.)Ella Baker If you are passionate about Entry Requirements: communicating using images • A portfolio of creative workBrune Park and words this is the course forSubjects: you! Graphic Design combines for interviewA Level Fine Art creative and intellectual skills to • Five GCSEs at A* – C/A Level Graphics communicate in visual ways. YouA Level Photography will develop your skills in using Grade 5 and above (includingAdvanced Drawing images, photography and text Art or Graphics)Enrichment: both in traditional and digitalWinner of ‘Gosport ways. Advertising, packaging, Assessment:Through My Eyes Illustration and typography and • 60% personal investigationPhotographic Competition’ promotion are all crucial areaswhich involved Bay House, of Graphical Design. (coursework)Brune Park and Bridgemary • 40 % controlled assessmentSchools (externally set task) Studying at St VincentCollege has allowed me 67% of students in 2016to successfully progress studying an Art based subjectonto ‘BA Interior Design progressed onto university;Environment Architecture at most with an Art focusRavensbourne, University ofLondon.16 St Vincent Sixth Form College
Photography – A Level 2 Ofsted Rated St Vincent Sixth Form College at Grade 2(Also consider: Art, Graphics, Film Studies or Media.) A strongDo you want to communicate the bigger picture of how and well-in a visual and creative way? photography links to all aspects establishedEven if you’ve never studied a of life. work ethic.creative course before you will 67% of students in 2016be encouraged to reconsider studying an Art based subject Ofsted Report 2016how to see the world around progressed onto university;you in a refreshing and dynamic most with an Art focusway. You will learn to use awide range of photographic Entry Requirements:processes and equipment • A portfolio of creative work(general camera techniques,darkroom, studio) enabling for interviewyou to create your own • Five GCSEs at A* – C/photographic imagery. You willwork digitally and traditionally Grade 5 and abovedocumenting your ideas andanalysing creative influences Assessment:in multimedia presentations • 60% personal investigationand sketchbooks. You willbe encouraged to consider (coursework) • 40 % controlled assessment (externally set task)Art and Creative Media – Level 2Art and Creative Media and outcomes. This course iscomprises of two smaller a combination of coursework,qualifications taught as one controlled assessment andcourse. You will get the examination.opportunity to explore aspectsof Art & Design, Graphics and Entry Requirements:Photography alongside Media • Five GCSEs at A – E/gradeTheory and Practices includingprint and film-making. As 2 – 8 in English and Mathspart of the course you will be Assessment:required to research, explore • Coursework portfolio,and analyse media productsand visual artists to broaden/ controlled assessment andinfluence your creative ideas written examination 17 2017 Entry
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BTEC Business – Level 3 (Single) St Vincent Sixth Form CollegeMegan Barringer This two year extended Research’. We will explore certificate qualification these topics in the classroom,Crofton School provides the opportunity to enhanced by trips, visits andSubjects: study Business as a practical guest speakers.BTEC Business and topical subject drawing If you like the idea of being anBTEC Law on both theory and business entrepreneur, you will also haveAS Level English case studies to develop your the opportunity to participateLanguage awareness and understanding of in Young Enterprise, where youAS Level Geography the business environment. can set up and run your ownAS Level Sociology Under the new BTEC business, adding to your skill setEnrichment: framework your work will be and preparing you for the worldWinner of University assessed in a variety of ways of work or further study.of Winchester Business both internally and externally. This is an excellent coursePrize This includes some units which leading to a wide range will be assessed by coursework of career opportunities and other units which will be including Accountancy, assessed by examination or by Marketing, Human Resources, controlled assessment focussing Administration and Retail. on a pre-released scenario. It also provides an excellent Over the two years you will course for entry to University. study four interesting and varied Business combines well with topics including: ‘Exploring many other subjects, especially Business’, ‘Developing a Law and IT. Marketing Campaign’, ‘Personal & Business Finance’ and an Entry Requirements: optional unit taken from either • Five GCSEs at A* – C/ ‘Recruitment & Selection’, ‘Customer Service’ or ‘Market Grade 5 and above (including English and Maths) 19 2017 Entry
Computing for Creative Industries – Level 3 (Double - 2 x A Level equivalent) This stimulating and informative and understanding as well as a vocational qualification is a substantial range of IT skills - all fantastic way to enter the of which are required for the exciting professional world of appropriate vocational sectors IT. The course has a particular of IT employment or for focus on games/software university applications. development and will enable you to learn about interactive Entry Requirements: platforms. • Five GCSEs at A* – C/ This specialist work-related course has been designed Grade 5 and above (to to offer a combination of include Maths and English) interesting and challenging Assessment: units. Through a combination • Mixture of internally of theoretical and practical assessed units/projects and content, you will gain an external assessments excellent level of knowledgeJenna AkehurstBridgemary SchoolSubjects:BTEC IT Games &Interactive SystemsA Level Communicationand CultureProgression:Computing at University ofPortsmouth Information Technology Games and Enterprise – Vocational Level 2Ofsted Rated A practical and work-related development, and provides a good course. You will learn by basis to go on to a more advanced 2at Grade 2 completing projects and Level 3 qualification. assignments that are based on Entry Requirements: Most students realistic workplace situations, • Five GCSEs at A – E/Grade successfully activities and demands. It progress introduces you to the IT sector, 2 – 8 in English and Maths to higher as well as games and business education or employment. Ofsted Report 201620 St Vincent Sixth Form College
Carpentry 21 2017 Entry
Carpentry and Joinery – Level 1You will learn all aspects of relationships, both withthe carpentry trade, including colleagues and customers. Youselection and use of materials, will be trained by experiencedsetting up and using portable trade persons in our purposepower tools and the formation designed Construction Centre.of basic wood-working joints. Entry Requirements:You will also cover aspects • Successful interviewof health and safety and howto maintain good workingSite Carpentry – Level 2Building on your skills acquired Entry Requirements:in the foundation year course, • Successful completion ofyou will develop furtherskills needed to work in the Carpentry and Joinery Levelconstruction industry, focusing 1 and any English or Mathsparticularly on developing your courses you need to takeability to work on site. 2 Ofsted Rated at Grade 2 Students often combine vocational, AS and A Level subjects and ‘carefully match their programme to their skills and aspirations’. Ofsted Report 201622 St Vincent Sixth Form College
EngineeringENGINEERING 23 2017 Entry
Engineering – BTEC Level 3 (Double – 2 x A Level equivalent) (Consider Physics and Maths)Sam Taylor These courses will build upon industry or progress to further previous knowledge and education. The course sharesBridgemary School develop skills in areas such as time between practical andSubjects: Mechanical Systems, Electrical classroom theory, developingBTEC Level 3 Engineering Systems, Material Technology, machining skills and building on(Double) Manufacturing Technology engineering knowledge.A Level Use of Maths and Engineering Design. AllProgression: this will then be put into an Entry Requirements:Engineering apprenticeship. engineering project, where • Five GCSEs at A* – C/The company are also you will also get the chance tosupporting him to achieve investigate the business and Grade 5 and above (includinghis HNC during his first professional side of engineering. Maths and English)year. These courses will be an ideal Assessment: route into further study or • Mixture of internally apprenticeship. They will cover assessed units/projects and aspects of engineering required external assessments to work in the engineering24 St Vincent Sixth Form College
EnglishNGLISH 25 2017 Entry
Text Level 3 English – GuidanceLaura Yearsley It is possible to study both English Literature and English Language (Linguistics), or you can choose to study only oneBrune Park of the disciplines. If you are considering studying English atSubjects: university, you need to choose English Literature.A Level English Literature A Level English Language will prepare you for the studyA Level English Language of Linguistics. Studying English at Level 3 is designed forA Level Creative Writing students who have a love for reading and analysing and aA Level History passion for the language. English combines very well with nearly any A level subjects, but works particularly well withProgression: a humanities-based programme (Literature) or a socialStudying English at the sciences programme (Language).University of SussexStudent Ambassador English Language – A Level If you enjoy exploring in depth Component 3 how language is used as a tool of Investigation influence and power as well as (One hour 45 minute examination) how it has changed over time, Students develop their this is the course for you. We investigation skills and can pick investigate the many varieties of one of the following areas to both spoken and written English research focusing on a sub-topic as well as modern electronic texts pre-released in January. from text messages to websites. • Global English Component 1 • Language and Gender Language Variation (Two hour 15 minute examination) Identity Students discover how English • Language and Journalism has changed over time and the • Language and Power reasons behind these changes. • Regional Language Variation There is also a focus on context A Level Coursework: and identity. The coursework (20% of A level) Component 2 allows students to select a genre Child Language and create two original creative (One hour examination) pieces (2500-3000 words) that Students learn how children vary by function and/or audience learn to speak and write, and write a commentary (1000 focusing on ages 0 to 8 years. words) explaining their language choices and research. Entry Requirements: • Five GCSEs at A* – C/ Grade 5 and above (including English Language and English Literature at Grade 5 or above)26 St Vincent Sixth Form College
English Literature – A Level 2 Ofsted Rated St Vincent Sixth Form College at Grade 2If you enjoy reading and Component 3discussing books, this is the Poetry Students takesubject for you. We study novels, (Two hour 15 minute examination) pride in theirplays (including Shakespeare) and • Section A: work.poetry, which will include settexts as well as unseen materials. Contemporary poetry Ofsted Report 2016There is one coursework unit in 2001-2010 Poems of thethe second year. Decade: An AnthologyComponent 1 of the Forward Books ofDrama Poetry(Two hour 15 minute examination) • Section B:• Section A: A choice between a named poet or a movement: the Shakespeare: Hamlet Metaphysical Poets, the Shakespeare: A Critical Romantic Poets or the Anthology a selection of Victorian Poets essays on tragedy A Level Coursework:• Section B: A comparison between two Drama: A Streetcar Named texts of your own choosing. Desire by Tennessee (20% of A Level; 2500 – 3000 Williams words) For example, two novelsComponent 2 on a similar theme, such as IanProse McEwan’s Atonement and Dodi(One hour examination) Smith’s I Capture the Castle or• Two prose texts (including Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre at least one pre-1900) on a and Jean Rhys’ Wide Sargasso chosen theme: For example Sea or Charles Dickens’ Great The Supernatural Pre-1900: Expectations and F Scott The Picture of Dorian Gray, Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby Oscar Wilde; Post-1900: The Little Stranger, Sarah Entry Requirements: Waters • Five GCSEs at A* – C/ Grade 5 and above (including English Language and English Literature at Grade 5 or above)English – GCSE/Pre-GCSEIf you do not have a Level5 or above in GCSE Englishthen you will need to gain thisqualification. A GCSE in Englishis vital for entry to universityand valued by employers.Whatever your next step, thesequalifications will help you tosucceed. 27 2017 Entry
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Human & Health Sciences St Vincent Sixth Form College‘Perhaps you want to work with young people, peoplewith disabilities or the elderly? If so, our newestpathway, designed and delivered in conjunction withlocal universities, is for those who wish to become socialworkers or work within a social care setting. Contact usand book an interview today to help begin your career.’Pathway to Nursing andthe Health Care Professions – Level 3Here at St Vincent Sixth Form College we understand that nursingand other healthcare professions have become more competitiveand harder to get into. That is why we have specifically designed thisPathway Programme for you. Working in conjunction with the NHSand local universities, we have put together a programme that isdesigned to give you a head start in your chosen field.You will study Health and Social Care, Sociology, Psychology andanother course of your choosing which will prepare students forlife in the medical profession and help them stand out from thecrowd. So if you are ambitious to become a midwife, nurse orother healthcare professional, then give us a call today and book aninterview.Pathway to Social Work andSocial Care Professions – Level 3Social work is currently one of the most popular professions inthe country and understandably the competition for universityplaces and jobs is fierce. Here at St Vincent Sixth Form Collegewe have designed a programme, working in conjunction with localuniversities, to make those of our students who wish to becomesocial or youth workers stand out from the crowd.By enrolling on our Pathway to Social Work and Social Care, you willbe joining a high calibre programme, designed with the universities,that aims to start teaching the social workers of the future. Basedaround our Triple Health & Social Care BTEC level 3 you willundertake lessons, work experience and extra-curricular activitiesneeded to build the skills and understanding a social worker needs.So don’t hesitate, contact us today to find out more about ourPathway programme. 29 2017 Entry
Health & Social Care – BTEC Level 3 Within five years’(Single or Triple) 1 in 3 jobs in Fareham, GosportIf you enjoy working with Students do have a choice of and Portsmouth willpeople and want to make a courses available to them; if you be in the healthcaredifference to their lives, then do our Pathway to Nursing then profession.the Health and Social Care the Single BTEC (equivalent tocourses may well be for you. one A Level) is the best option. NHS ReportOur courses cover a wide range If you want to work in Socialof related subjects that will give Care then the Triple BTECyou a detailed understanding of offers a coursework basedwhat is required to work within alternative course (equivalenta whole range of care based to three A Levels).industries. These qualifications Entry Requirements:are ideal for students who • Five GCSEs at A* – C/either want to progress ontohigher education, training, Grade 5 and above (includingapprenticeships or employment. English Language and Maths)Working in Health, Social Care andChildcare – Level 2This course will give you the an apprenticeship subject onunderstanding and competency completion of all course workneeded when considering to a good standard, excellentemployment in the Health, attendance and reports fromSocial and Child care sector. your work placement and yourThis course allows you to course tutors.develop your interests while By completing this course,introducing you to areas such as you will gain two separatecultural diversity, safeguarding qualifications.children and activity provisionfor adults and young people. Entry Requirements:In addition you will have the • Five GCSEs at A – E/Gradeopportunity to experienceworking in a range of different 2 – 8 in English and Mathssettings.It will enable you to gainemployment at a junior levelwithin the Health or Early Yearssector or you may progress onto a BTEC Level 3 course or30 St Vincent Sixth Form College
Humanities 31 2017 Entry
Ancient History – A Level This course gives students the a range of classical literature opportunity to study a wide and learn about the fall of the range of material spanning the Roman Republic and the rise of whole breadth of the Roman the early emperors from Julius Empire. We begin by exploring Caesar to Claudius. its architecture and what this Entry Requirements: can tell us about the cultural, • Five GCSEs at A* – C/ social and ideological values and practices of the Romans. We Grade 5 and above (including look at a range of places from English Language and the great gladiatorial fights of preferably History) the Colosseum to apartment blocks in Ostia. We then studyBen Harrison History – A Level second year we delve into history’s greatest religious warRoyal Alexandra & Albert Our exciting history course in the Medieval Middle East,Subjects: explores the Wars of the Roses learn about Templar Knights,A Level English Language (1450-1499) and the Crusades the early rise of Islam, andand English Literature (1071-1204), as well as giving great leaders like Richard theA Level History the opportunity for in-depth Lionheart and Saladin.A Level Sociology research into any historical Entry Requirements:Extended Project period through coursework. • Five GCSEs at A* – C/Qualification (EPQ) We start by exploring theEnrichment: concept of kingship in Medieval Grade 5 and above (includingWinner of the England, followed by the English Language andSouthampton Solent ineffective reign of Henry VI preferably History)University coursework which triggered the struggle forprize for A Level History the throne between the Houses of York and Lancaster. In our32 St Vincent Sixth Form College
Philosophy, Religion, Ethics – A Level 2 Ofsted Rated St Vincent Sixth Form College at Grade 2Combing the worlds of Religion, God real?’ and ‘Why does evilEthics and Philosophy, this exist?’ Stronglyfascinating course explores Ethics addresses varying focussed ona range of ethical, social and theories, church views and successfullymoral issues. This is the ideal topics such as war, medicine developingcourse for any student with an and the environment. students toenquiring mind who wants to achieve theirconsider big questions about Entry Requirements: best.the world and explore a range • Five GCSEs at A* – C/of ideas, cultures and beliefs. Ofsted Report 2016Philosophy allows you to Grade 5 and above (includingexplore questions such as ‘Is English Language)Geography – A LevelThis course focuses on Entry Requirements:geographical issues and their • Five GCSEs at A* – C/evaluation. Content includesphysical geography issues Grade 5 and above (includingsuch as flooding, weather English Language and Maths)hazards and challenges facingecosystems. Human geographyissues will cover globalpopulation changes, evolution ofworld cities, energy issues anddevelopment. Throughout thecourse students will be askedto develop their IT, statisticaland fieldwork skills. It gives lotsof opportunity for students todiscuss their own attitudes andbeliefs. 33 2017 Entry
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Mathematics – A Level St Vincent Sixth Form CollegeBuilding on the skills from Entry Requirements:GCSE, this course further • Five GCSEs at A* – C/Gradedevelops techniques in algebraand introduces new concepts 5 and above (preferablyfrom pure mathematics such as including Maths at Grade 7calculus and logarithms. It also or above)provides the opportunity tostudy statistics.Further Mathematics – A LevelTaken as a separate course pure mathematics. If you enjoyalongside AS/A Level mathematics, this course is theMathematics, this course ideal way to explore the subjectdevelops a range of more at a deeper level.advanced topics in puremathematics such as matrices, Entry Requirements:complex numbers and proof • Five GCSEs at A* – C/by induction. You will alsostudy a combination of applied Grade 5 and above (includingmodules including mechanics Maths at Grade 8)and decision to complement the • Must also study A Level Mathematics 35 2017 Entry
Text Mathematics – Level 2 You will be guided onto an appropriate course to improve your Maths skills. All students are expected to achieve at least Grade 4 at GCSE by the time they complete their college studies. For some students this will be a two year course. Students who already have a Grade 4 will be able to choose a Grade tier course, leading to Grade 5 or above.36 St Vincent Sixth Form College
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TextRob Hind Film Studies – A LevelTeacher of Film and Media (Also consider: English, Graphics, Media, Moving• BA Hons Journalism Film Image or Photography.) and Broadcasting Films have an important part opportunity to produce a• E xamining Experience for to play in popular culture, film that demonstrates your representing both our desires theoretical and analytical WJEC Media Studies and our dreams. They also play understanding.• F reelance writer and film a major part in shaping and designing our society. You will Entry Requirements: editor, Head of Upper learn to approach film from • Five GCSEs at A* – C/ Shirley High TV a number of perspectives,• 16 years teaching exploring films from across Grade 5 and above (including experience. genres and decades, examining English Language at Grade 5 the roles we play as spectators or above) and consumers and the Assessment: production of film as an • A mixture of coursework industry. There is also a creative and examination. Media Studies – A Level (Also consider: English, Film Studies, Graphics, Moving Image or Photography.) Film, newspapers, television, Entry Requirements: magazines, radio and advertising • Five GCSEs at A* – C/ surround us all and have a huge influence upon the way in Grade 5 and above (including which we view the world. The English Language at Grade 5 media is exciting, innovative and or above) constantly changing. The course will allow you to Assessment: explore a vast range of differing • A mixture of coursework media and ever-changing technologies. This will be and examination. done both practically and from theoretical standpoints.38 St Vincent Sixth Form College
Moving Image – A Level 2 Ofsted Rated St Vincent Sixth Form College at Grade 2 Students achieving more than their initial grades has steadily improved and is now good. Ofsted Report 2016(Also consider: Art, Graphics, Film Studies, MediaStudies and Photography.)Moving Image takes strands of workshops; basic Photoshopof Art, Film, Media and editing; how to analyse the workPhotography to create an of other practitioners; and howexciting art form. You will to present your work.explore all aspects of visual The Moving Image courseart to inspire and inform your uses the film as an art form toideas. You will produce work express imagination, ideas andin the form of filming, written opinions.work and taking photographs.You will learn: how to compose Entry Requirements:a film/photographic image; • Five GCSEs at A* – C/how to use industry standardediting software; experimental Grade 5 and above (includingimagery techniques in the form English Language at Grade 5 or above) Oke Dafe Teacher of Media • B A Hons Media Writing. Southampton Solent University • Industry experience at Clear Cut Pictures editing suite • 8 years experience in education; library curriculum liaison coordinator and learning support • 3 years teaching experience. 39 2017 Entry
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Music Performance – BTEC St Vincent Sixth Form CollegeChris Harris Do you have a passion for Key Study Areas: Music? Do you dream ofTeacher of Music Performance working in the music industry? • Instrumental & Vocaland Music Technology Do you want to perform live at Coaching• B A Hons in Music music events and festivals? St Vincent Music • Performance Techniques Performance University of Performance aim: • Session Styles (Learning Sunderland ‘To allow students to develop their• Edexcel Examiner for Music knowledge of music performance different genre playing Technology techniques and to hone their styles)• T oured as a drummer, talents as a musician and a • Song Composition performed at The SAGE, performer.’ • Music Theory The Cavern Club & O2 • Live Music Events Academy. Entry Requirements: • Career Opportunities:• Worked as a studio • Five GCSEs at A* – C/Grade The Music Performance producer, sound engineer programme prepares students and events manager at an 5 and above and the ability to for careers in: live music events, Independent record label play an instrument at Grade promotion, composition,• 6 years teaching experience. 4 or above. teaching, music business, Assessment: session musician, studioOfsted Rated • Mixture of internally production. assessed units/projects and 2at Grade 2 external assessments Students Music Technology – BTEC thrive at college; they Do you have a passion for Key Study Areas: feel safe and creating your own Music? Do respected you dream of working in the • Recording 101 Ofsted Report 2016 music industry? Would you like • Performance Techniques to learn key techniques and • Microphone Mechanics practices? • Record Production St Vincent Music • Mixing & Mastering Technology aim: • Creative Digital ‘To allow students to record original and cover material to a Composition professional standard.’ • Career Opportunities: The Music Technology Entry Requirements: programme prepares students • Five GCSEs at A* – C/ for careers in audio mastering, audio-visual production and Grade 5 and above. The post-production, multimedia, ability to play an instrument sound engineering, scoring and read music would be an for film and multimedia, and advantage. software development. Assessment: • Mixture of internally assessed units/projects and external assessments 41 2017 Entry
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Performing Arts – BTEC Level 3 Iain Woodhouse St Vincent Sixth Form College(Single – 1 x A Level equivalent) Teacher of Acting, Dance and(Also consider: A Level Dance, English Literature, Performing ArtsFilm Studies or BTEC Music.) • Trained at Bird College ofIf you have an interest in the your skills in acting, singing Dance, Music & TheatrePerforming Arts and wish and dancing whilst analysing Performanceto become a professional and evaluating your progress • W orked on a varietyperformer or work in the through logbooks and practice of projects as a dancer/Performance Industry then this diaries. The majority of your performer, choreographermulti- disciplinary course is for assessment will take place and circus artistyou. via the public performance of • AQA Dance Examiner andThis is a highly practical course your work either in one of St Moderatorin which you will study a Vincent’s dedicated theatre • Regularly works as avariety of theatrical disciplines spaces or at other local research and developmentincluding acting, dance, musical professional venues. artist for West End musicalstheatre, physical theatre and Entrance onto the course will • B Sc hons Biochemistry andeven circus skills. You may be based on your academic Pharmacology University ofalready have a qualification in qualifications, success at Southampton.drama, music or dance at GCSE interview and via an auditionlevel or the equivalent but this process in which teachingis not a requirement of the staff will assess your potentialcourse. Whatever skills and across a variety of performanceexperience you bring with you disciplines.will be developed and improvedthrough practical workshops Entry Requirements:and public performances. The • Five GCSEs at A* – C/course suits dedicated andenthusiastic students with a Grade 5 and abovegenuine passion for performing. Assessment:You will take part in regular • Mixture of internallyclasses where you will developcore technique, applying assessed units/projects and external assessments 43 2017 Entry
Dance – A Level(Also consider: Performing Arts, English Literature,Art & Design or Photography.)If you enjoy choreography, Entry Requirements:are keen to develop your • Five GCSEs at A* – C/personal performance skillsand are interested in learning Grade 5 and above (includingabout choreographers and English Language at Grade 5their works, this is the course or above)for you! You will also studyanatomy and physiology in Assessment:relation to the dancer in action • Performance and choreographyand learn about key periodsin dance history. In addition, (practical exam - 50%)you will have the opportunity • Critical engagementto take part in many danceperformances, workshops and (written exam - 50%)theatre trips.44 St Vincent Sixth Form College
PublicServicesWE CHOOSEPublic Services 45 2017 Entry
Do you want to join the Army?Police? Fire Brigade? Royal Navy?RAF? or the Royal Marines? thenthe Public Services course is theright course for you… Included in the Public Services courses is a wide variety of trips and visits, including camping, orienteering, climbing, NCS (National Citizen Service) and paintballing. Along with visits both to and from the Royal Marines, Police Dog Handlers, the Royal Navy, the RAF and the Fire Brigade, we also arrange specialist days on Anti- Terrorism, Royal Marines Basic Training, Emergency Responses and CSI.Adam Tune Public Services – BTEC Level 3Bridgemary School This is a 2 year course and is • Responding to EmergencySubjects: equivalent to 3 A Levels. It is a Service IncidentsL3 Extended Diploma in mixture of theory and practicalPublic Services - D*D*D* and looks at units such as: • Understanding the impact ofEnrichment: • Leadership and Teamwork war, conflict and terrorismRugby on Public ServicesTrips: in the Public ServicesNCS Trip, weekend • Outdoor and Adventurous Entry Requirements:camping at Lyons Copse • Five GCSEs at A* – C/and orienteering at Queen ExpeditionsElizabeth Country Park • Fitness Testing and Training Grade 5 and aboveAirsoft Trip for the Public Services46 St Vincent Sixth Form College
Public Services (Teamwork and 2 Ofsted Rated St Vincent Sixth Form CollegePersonal Development) – BTEC Level 2 at Grade 2 The quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding in Sports and Public Services. Ofsted Report 2016This specialist course focussing • Improving Health andon teamwork and personal Fitness in Uniformeddevelopment is coursework Organisationsbased, with an externallymoderated portfolio. The • Personal Developmentcourse is a year long and is through Adventurousworth 4 GCSEs. Following Activitiescompletion of this course youcould progress to the Level • Expedition Skills3 Uniformed Public Services • VolunteeringCourse. It is a mixture of Trips include: NCS, camping,theory and practical and looks paint balling and visits fromat units such as: The Dog Handlers, Royal• Teamwork and Marines and the British Army. Communication Entry Requirements:• Employment Skills in • Minimum of five GCSEs Uniformed Organisations at A – E/Grade 4 or below• Career Planning and Self- Assessment for Uniformed Organisations 47 2017 Entry
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