Curriculum
Curriculum Overview
GCSE English Language
The Course Overview
GCSE English Language is used as a minimum requirement for many further education, higher education and job role specifications.
This is because it provides one of the strongest foundations for success scenarios.
Ultimately because English is the language of business and one of the most spoken worldwide
Possible Careers
As GCSE English Language is such a core subject at the heart of education, with a GCSE English Language qualification the possibilities are endless.
Normally there are specific career paths and roles that relate to specific subject, for example, studying biology to become a doctor. However, GCSE English is that important that it relates to all careers and jobs
GCSE Maths
The Course Overview
For many people, 6CSE Maths will be a gatekeeper if you want to do a certain job, then you will need a good grade in GCSE Maths. You might make an excellent employee, but without GCSE Maths, lots of employers, colleges and/or training providers won’t accept you.
This could mean you having to study again for your GCSE Maths, or it could mean you miss out altogether.
So, make the most of your time now and give your Maths GCSE 100% effort.
Possible Careers
➦ Investment Banking
➦ Accounting
➦ Engineer
➦ Financial Trader
➦ Game designer
➦ Auditor
➦ Statistician
➦ Economist
➦ Teacher
➦ Software developer
GCSE Science
The Course Overview
Possible Careers
GCSE English Literature
The Course Overview
GCSE English Literature is the study of how writers communicate their ideas about the world, and how readers might respond to these ideas. It aims to develop a critical understanding of the ways in which literary texts are a reflection of, and exploration of, the human condition, the study of which develops empathic understanding of human nature.
Possible Careers
Possible Careers
➦ Journalist
➦ copywriter
➦ teacher
➦ paralegal
➦ marketing executive
➦ editor
➦ museum curator
➦ freelance writer
➦ librarian
➦ publisher
➦ web editor
➦ author
➦ social media manager
➦ PR manager
GCSE Citizenship
The Course Overview
The GCSE Citizenship qualification has been created to motivate and educate pupils to become thoughtful and active citizens who engage intelligently and enthusiastically with public life.
You will learn about democracy, government and law, and develop the ability to created sustained, well balanced arguments.
Possible Careers
➦ Teaching
➦ Law
➦ Journalism
➦ TV & Film Research
➦ Public Services
➦ Roles in the Civil Service
Hospitality and Tourism
The Course Overview
Studying Hospitality and Tourism will provide you with crucial skills that will help you have a successful career in a variety of industries. It will also encompass the learning of key business skills. Some of the transferable skills you will develop include: teamwork, communication and time management. Hospitality is a sector that is constantly growing and transforming through the use of digital technology. You can be part of an exciting industry that is changing how we choose, buy and share our hospitality and travel experiences.
Possible Careers
A qualification in Hospitality and Tourism can lead to career paths such as:
➦ Accommodation manager
➦ Catering manager
➦ Conference centre manager
➦ Event manager
➦ Fast food restaurant manager
➦ Hotel manager
➦ Public house manager
➦ Restaurant manager
➦ Air cabin crew
➦ Holiday representative
➦ Hotel manager
➦ Tour manager
➦ Tourism officer
➦ Tourist information centre manager
➦ Travel agency manager
Health and Social Care
The Course Overview
Studying Health & Social Care can make for an interesting learning experience. You’ll learn all about how individuals are impacted by issues like mental health, poverty and the use of recreational drugs.
As well as important sector aspects like human rights, the law and contemporary issues in social policy. In health and social care roles, you have a positive influence on the lives of other people.
Whether you’re helping to improve their physical health, mental well-being or maintain their safety, your work is of great value.
Possible Careers
A qualification in Health and Social Care can lead to roles such as:
➦ Community development worker
➦ Education mental health practitioner teacher
➦ Further education
➦ Health improvement practitioner
➦ Health service manager
➦ Medical sales representative
➦ Nursing specialist
➦ Mental health
➦ Social worker
Business Studies
The Course Overview
Business Studies is one of the most international studied subject in the world, due to how broad the subject is. You might have some vague ideas about why this is the case – business experts are in high demand worldwide, business touches on pretty much every aspect of modern human society, careers with a business degree are diverse and often highly paid.
Possible Careers
Business Studies can be a foundation to job roles such as:
➦ Accountancy
➦ Finance
➦ Business ownership
➦ Human resources
➦ Marketing
➦ Financial trading
➦ Business consulting
➦ Business analysis
➦ Business development
➦ Strategy management
➦ Product development
➦ Logistics
➦ Banking
Sports Science
The Course Overview
Studying Sports Science, you’ll be helping to understand and solve some of society’s biggest challenges whilst working out how the body responds to the challenge of physical activity.
Sport and exercise science research has informed health advice that applies to everyone. By contributing to research in this area, you will be helping people take better care of their health and helping to fight some of society’s biggest health challenges.
Possible Careers
A sport and exercise science qualification is a great start for a variety of careers in the sports industry where you can work with children, athletes or the general public.
Examples include:
➦ Exercise physiologist
➦ Fitness centre manager
➦ Personal trainer
➦ Primary school teacher
➦ Secondary school teacher
➦ Sports administrator
➦ Sports coach
➦ Sports development officer
➦ Sports therapist
Art
The Course Overview
Studying art and design provides the opportunity to acquire new skills. As well as knowledge of different art forms, media and techniques you can also gain specialist skills in areas such
as photography and digital technologies.
Possible Careers
An art and design qualification will have covered the fundamental design principles, which can lead to job roles such as:
➦ Interior designer
➦ Art director
➦ Fashion designer
➦ Graphic designer
➦ Game designer
➦ Multimedia artist
➦ Animator
Functional Skills English & Maths
The Course Overview
Functional skills are important because they provide the skills, knowledge and understanding for young people to progress in work education and life. Functional skills English and Maths are the building blocks that develop fundamental skills that will be used in everyday life.
An example could be writing an email in Functional Skills or working out best buys in Functional Maths.
Possible Careers
Functional skills are so important that without them, you would struggle in most careers due to the fact that they are at the core of everyday life. Take the task of writing an email for example. If an individual does not know how to write emails effectively, their job prospects are extremely limited due to the fact that our world is now so technology intense with nearly all companies using email as a form of communication.
So, make sure to give 100% when studying for your Functional Skills exams!