Bramcote College KS5 Curriculum
We are an academic 6th form college, offering a wide range of A level and BTEC qualifications which support students looking to take their next steps into university, apprenticeships or the workplace. Students are expected to take three Level 3 courses - these can be a mixture of BTEC and A levels. We can also provide GCSE resits in Maths and English for students alongside their Level 3 courses. To find out more about the courses we offer, please click here.
If you would like to find out more about the curriculum in any of our subjects, please contact the Curriculum Leader, or Jenny Read (Deputy Headteacher: Quality of Education).
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Unit 1: Principles of Human Physiology, Anatomy and Pathology |
Unit 2: Health issues and scientific reporting |
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Unit 3: Practical Microbiology and Infectious diseases |
Unit 4: Diseases, Disorders, Treatments and Therapies |
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Our course is Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Medical Science (Extended Certificate): Medical Science (AAQ) | Pearson qualifications
At Key stage 5 we follow the AQA Fine Art course. The course is designed to enable students to develop their creativity and skills further and allows freedom for students to explore a variety of methods and media that they may not have covered at Ks3 or Ks4. As part of the course students are required to complete two components. In Component 1 students conduct a practical investigation into an idea, issue, concept or theme, supported by written material. The focus of the investigation is chosen by the student which leads to a finished outcome or a series of finished pieces. The project is an in-depth study that demonstrates the student’s ability to construct and develop a sustained line of reasoning from an initial starting point to a final realisation. Component 2 is an externally set assignment comprising of eight starting points set by AQA whereby students complete a final outcome in 15 hour practical exam.
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Skills development |
Skills development |
Component 1 – In-depth study of a chosen theme. |
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Component 1 continuation. |
Component 2 – Externally set assignment. |
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A Level Fine Art (AQA)
AQA | Art and Design | A-level | A-level Art and Design (Art, craft and design)
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3a. Exchange 4a. Genetic information
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3b. Mass transport 4b. Variation and relationships between organisms
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5. Energy transfers within and between organisms 7. Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems |
6. Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments 8. The control of gene expression |
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Our course is AQA A-Level Biology: AQA | Biology | A-Level | A-level Biology
We aim to develop future entrepreneurs and leaders by providing the conditions necessary to enable our students to thrive in a 21st Century environment. They should be knowledgeable, resilient, creative, and resourceful.
Students will develop a greater understanding and awareness of the world they live in, particularly how individuals and businesses work within an economy. They will be able to analyse and critically evaluate to make informed recommendations.
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Year 12 |
3.1 What is Business
3.2 Managers, Leadership & Decision Making |
3.5 Financial Management
3.6 Human Resource Management |
3.5 Financial Management
3.6 Human Resource Management |
3.3 Marketing Management
3.6 Operations Management |
3.3 Marketing Management
3.6 Operations Management |
3.3 Marketing Management
3.6 Operations Management |
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3.7 Analysing the existing internal & external position of a business to assess strengths and weaknesses
3.7 Mission, corporate objectives, functional objectives and strategy
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3.8 Choosing strategic direction
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3.7 Analysing the Strategic Position of a Business
3.9
Strategic methods: how to pursue strategies
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3.10 Managing Strategic Change
3.8 Choosing strategic direction
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3.10 Managing Strategic Change
3.9 Strategic methods: how to pursue strategies |
Revision and final preparation
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Our course is AQA A Level Business Studies: https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/business/a-level/business-7132/specification
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Physical Chemistry (Topics 1-3) Organic Chemistry (Topics 1-6)
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Physical Chemistry (Topics 4-7) Inorganic Chemistry (Topics 1-3)
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Physical Chemistry (Topics 8-12) Inorganic Chemistry (Topic 4) Organic Chemistry (Topics 7-11)
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Organic Chemistry (Topics 12-16) Inorganic Chemistry (Topics 5-6) |
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Our course is AQA A-Level Chemistry AQA | Chemistry | A-Level | A-level Chemistry
We aim to develop all students into effective practitioners in the workplace who:
- Are inspired and inquisitive; asking and answering questions about how technology has evolved and how it is used in the world (past and present).
- Can confidently use a wide range of software and are fully prepared for the demands of being a 21st digital citizen.
- Are successful in life and the working environment.
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Compression, Encryption & Hashing, Types of CPU, Structure & Function of a Processor |
Databases, Input, Output & Storage, System software, App generation |
Networks, Thinking: Abstractly, Ahead, Procedurally, & Concurrently. Programming techniques. Software development, Types of programming language |
Programming techniques, Algorithms, |
Computational methods, Project proposal |
Project work |
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Web Technologies HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PageRank, Client & Server side, Data types, Boolean algebra, Project work |
Ethic, moral & cultural issues, Data structures, Project work |
Computing legislation, Project work |
Social & moral issues, Project work |
Targeted revision |
Exam Practise |
Our course is: OCR A Level Computer Science
Link to exam board information: https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-and-a-level/computer-science-h046-h446-from-2015/
Link to A level course info page: https://www.ocr.org.uk/Images/170844-specification-accredited-a-level-gce-computer-science-h446.pdf
We aim to develop future economists and decision-makers by creating the conditions necessary for our students to thrive in a dynamic, ever-changing global economy. Our students should be analytical, curious, adaptable, and confident in applying economic concepts to real-world scenarios.
Students will develop a deep understanding of how economic systems operate and how individuals, businesses, and governments interact within them. They will be able to analyse data, interpret trends, and evaluate economic policies, enabling them to make well-informed and evidence-based decisions.
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Year 12 |
1.1 The Nature of Economics
1.2 How Markets Work |
1.3 Market Failure
1.4 Government intervention |
2.4 National Income
2.1 Measures of Economic Performance |
& 2.2 Aggregate Demand
2.3 Aggregate Supply & |
2.5 Economic Growth
2.1 Measures of Economic Performance |
2.6 Macroeconomic Objectives and Policies
3.2/3.3 Revenue, cost & Profit & Business objectives |
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3.4 Market Structures
3.1 Business Growth |
3.5 Labour Market
Government Intervention |
4.1 International Economics
4.2 Poverty & Inequality |
4.3 Emerging & Developing Economies
4.4 The Financial Sector |
4.5 Role of the state in the macroeconomy |
Revision and final preparation
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Our course is: Edexcel A Level Economics
https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-a-levels/economics-a-2015.html
The A Level English Language curriculum focuses on developing students’ ability to analyse spoken and written communication, exploring how language is used to convey meaning, target audiences, and express identity. Through a structured program covering topics like language varieties, digital communication, and language change, students build analytical and creative skills, culminating in original writing and independent investigations.
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Language Varieties- Age
Modern texts analysis for lexis and syntax |
Language Varieties- Geographical
Older texts analysis for representation and meanings |
Language Varieties- Occupation
Language Varieties: Gender |
Language Change
Child Language Development |
Language Change
Child Language Development |
Yr 12 mocks
Mini Language Investigation
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NEA- Original Writing
Language Investigation |
Year 13 mocks
Discourse Analysis and Attitudes
Opinion Articles |
Global Englishes
Exam skills |
Revision for Paper 1 and Paper 2 |
Revision |
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Our course is: AQA A Level English Language
Link to exam board information AQA | English | A-Level | A-level English Language
The A Level English Literature curriculum encourages students to explore literature through a historicist lens, examining texts within their social and historical contexts to understand how meaning is shaped over time. It includes the study of themes such as "Love through the Ages" and "Texts in Shared Contexts," alongside an independent critical study, helping students develop analytical, evaluative, and research skills essential for further study and employment.
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Othello
The Great Gatsby |
Othello
The Great Gatsby Comparative poetry (romantics) |
A Streetcar Named Desire
Comparative Poetry (metaphysical) |
A Streetcar Named Desire
Comparative Poetry (Cavalier) |
Unseen poetry prep
Comparative Poetry (Carpe Diem) |
Yr 12 mocks
Start NEA
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NEA
Novel- The Color Purple OR One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest |
Yr 13 mocks
Novel- The Color Purple OR One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest |
Feminine Gospels
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Feminine Gospels
Unseen prose exam skills and revision |
Revision |
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Our course is: AQA A Level English Literature A
Link to exam board information AQA | English | A-Level | A-level English Literature A
We aim to develop students into thoughtful and informed geographers who understand both human and physical processes, appreciate diverse global perspectives, and recognise their role in promoting sustainability. Through a spiral curriculum and the study of varied global biomes, students build on prior knowledge to explore the complex relationships between people and environments across social, political, and cultural contexts.
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Coastal landscapes and change/ Globalisation |
Coastal landscapes and change/ Globalisation |
Independent Investigation |
Tectonic processes and hazards/ regenerating places |
Tectonic processes and hazards/ regenerating places |
Mock exams – preparation, delivery and feedback |
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Water cycle and water security/ Health, human rights and intervention |
Water cycle and water security/ Health, human rights and intervention |
The carbon cycle and energy security/ Superpowers |
The carbon cycle and energy security/ Superpowers |
Revision and synoptic exam preparation |
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Our course is Edexcel A level Geography and exam board information can be found here: Edexcel A level Geography (2016) | Pearson qualifications
Students will learn about human development, the factors that have an impact on meeting mile stones and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. We are preparing students to be practitioners within the health and social care sectors, be that private or within the NHS.
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Anatomy & Physiology (exam) |
Anatomy & Physiology (exam) |
Supporting people with mental health conditions (CW)/ Supporting health nutrition & lifestyles (CW) |
Supporting people with mental health conditions (CW)/ Supporting health nutrition & lifestyles (CW) |
Supporting people with mental health conditions (CW)/ Supporting health nutrition & lifestyles (CW) |
Principals of health and social Care (exam)/ Supporting health nutrition & lifestyles (CW) |
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Principles of health and social care (exam)/ Person centred approach to care (CW) |
Principles of health and social care (exam)/ Person centred approach to care (CW) |
Person centred approach to care (CW)/ supporting people in relation to sexual health, pregnancy and postnatal health (CW) |
Person centred approach to care (CW)/ supporting people in relation to sexual health, pregnancy and postnatal health (CW) |
supporting people in relation to sexual health, pregnancy and postnatal health (CW) |
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Our course is: Health and Social Care Cambridge AAQ Extended Certificate
Link to exam board information Cambridge Advanced National in Health and Social Care - H025, H125
At key stage five, students' knowledge is further developed by revisiting the Tudors from key stage 3, focusing on Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edward VI and Mary. The topic of civil rights in the USA is revisited with a broader study of African Americans, native Americans, trade unions and women. An opportunity to expand into new areas of history is offered through the study of Italy and the Unification. This gives students a balance between different world histories and they will also complete their own independent study for coursework. Coursework gives students the opportunity to develop vital research skills, time management skills and how to manage a project independently, all vital for life post-18. History students will be able to take part in a trip to London to the Houses of Parliament as well as visiting other historical sites while there. Many of our students will go on to study History at university.
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12: Teacher 1 |
Italy 1789-1847 |
Italy: The Revolutions of 1848–1849 and their aftermath |
The Risorgimento and the establishment of a new Kingdom of Italy 1850–186 |
Italy 1861–1896 |
Italy Revision |
NEA – History coursework |
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12: Teacher 2 |
Early Tudors: Henry VII |
Early Tudors: Henry VIII |
Early Tudors: Edward VI |
Early Tudors: Mary I |
Early Tudors: Consolidation Work |
NEA – History coursework |
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13: Teacher 1 |
Civil Rights in the USA: African Americans |
Civil Rights in the USA: Native Americans |
Civil Rights in the USA: Women |
Civil Rights in the USA: Trade Unions |
Civil Rights in the USA revision. |
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13: Teacher 2 |
NEA – History coursework |
NEA – History coursework |
NEA – History coursework |
Revision split between Tudors and Italy |
Revision split between Tudors and Italy |
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Our course is: OCR History A-Level
Link to exam board information: https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-and-a-level/history-a-h105-h505-from-2015/
At Bramcote College we believe every student can be successful in maths and make progress with the subject. Our curriculum is based on developing a balance between developing pupils’ procedural fluency and conceptual understanding in the subject, and ensuring links are made with prior learning in a coherent sequence.
A level Maths
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Pure Mathematics 1 |
Pure Mathematics 2 |
Mechanics |
Statistics |
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Algebraic Expressions Quadratics Equations and Inequalities Graphs and Transformations Straight line graphs Circles Algebraic Methods Binomial Expansion Trigonometric ratios Trigonometric identities and equations Vectors Differentiation Integration Exponentials and Logs |
Algebraic Methods Functions and Graphs Sequences and Series Binomial Expansion Radians Trigonometric Functions Trigonometry and Modelling Parametric equations Differentiation Numerical Methods Integration Vectors |
Modelling in Mechanics Constant Acceleration Forces and Motion Variable Acceleration Moments Forces and Friction Projectiles Applications of Forces Further Kinematics |
Data Collection Measures of location and spread Representations of data Correlation Probability Statistical distributions Hypothesis testing Regression and Correlation Conditional Probability Normal Distribution |
Our course is: Edexcel A-level maths. We will study pure maths, mechanics and statistics across both years of the course and there will be 2 pure exams, one mechanics and one statistics at the end of the course, the topics covered in each of these can be seen in the table above. More information on the course can be found here https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/A%20Level/Mathematics/2017/specification-and-sample-assesment/a-level-l3-mathematics-specification-issue4.pdf
A level Further Maths
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Core Pure 1 |
Core Pure 2 |
Mechanics 1 |
Decision 1 |
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Complex Numbers Argand Diagrams Series Roots of Polynomials Volumes of Revolution Matrices Linear Transformations Proof by Induction Vectors |
Complex Numbers Series Methods in Calculus Volumes of Revolution Polar Coordinates Hyperbolic Functions Methods in differential equations Modelling with differential equations |
Momentum and Impulse Work, Energy and Power Elastic Collisions Elastic strings and springs Elastic collisions
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Algorithms and Graph theory Algorithms on Graphs Further Algorithms on Graphs Linear Programming Simplex Algorithm Critical Path Analysis
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Those studying further maths will complete the maths course as detailed above in year 12 and will have the opportunity to sit those exams at that point if they are ready to do so before covering the further maths content in year 13. For further maths we will study Core Pure 1 and 2, Mechanics 1 and Decision 1. More information can be found here https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/A%20Level/Mathematics/2017/specification-and-sample-assesment/a-level-l3-further-mathematics-specification.pdf
For A-level maths and further maths students will need to have a Casio FX991 series calculator. These can be purchased from the school through MCAS.
The Media Studies curriculum fosters students' creative, analytical, and communication skills by teaching them to critically engage with and interpret a wide range of media products using key theoretical frameworks. Through a carefully structured program combining analytical study and practical application, students become confident, independent thinkers capable of evaluating and producing media with insight and creativity.
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12 |
Advertising and Marketing |
Film Industries |
Newspapers
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Radio
Music Videos |
Video Games |
Yr 12 mocks
Start NEA research |
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13 |
NEA- film marketing OR magazines brief |
Year 13 mocks Television Option B |
Magazines Option C |
Year 13 mocks
Online Media KSI/ Attitude |
Revision |
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Our course is: A Level WJEC/Eduqas Media Studies
Link to exam board information AS/A Level Media Studies
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1. Measurements and their errors 2. Particles and radiation 3. Waves 4. Mechanics and materials
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3. Waves 5. Electricity 4. Mechanics and materials 6.1 Periodic motion
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6. Further mechanics and thermal physics 7. Fields and their consequences 9. Astrophysics |
8. Nuclear Physics 9. Astrophysics |
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Our course is AQA A-Level Physics: AQA | Physics | A-Level | A-level Physics
The Photography curriculum aims to inspire students with a passion for the subject by equipping them with a wide range of creative and technical skills, encouraging independent thinking through research, experimentation, and analysis. It is structured around engaging mini topics that build foundational knowledge and artistic confidence, culminating in two portfolios of work that showcase each student’s unique style and development.
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Photojournalism |
Film Noir |
Movement |
Portraits |
Personal Investigation portfolio |
Personal Investigation portfolio |
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Personal Investigation portfolio |
Personal Investigation portfolio |
Exam portfolio |
Exam portfolio |
Exam portfolio |
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Our course is: A Level WJEC/Eduqas Art and Design (Photography)
Link to exam board information A Level Art and Design | Eduqas
For those with an interest in current affairs and the wider world, we offer A-Level Politics. This course is balanced between studying the government and politics of both the UK and USA as well as studying a conceptual unit on political ideologies. Students will not only learn the theory of government and politics, but also the application in real life which is often very different. Students will be required to apply their knowledge to a range of short answer questions and essay questions as well as use their knowledge to evaluate key political arguments. Students are encouraged to watch the news, listen to podcasts and keep up with recent political events to develop a deeper understanding of the subject. Politics is becoming increasingly popular at A-level and is highly regarded by universities and the wider world.
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Summer 1 |
Summer 2 |
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12: Teacher 1 |
US Politics: The Constitution |
US Politics: Supreme Court and Civil Rights |
US Politics: Congress |
US Politics: The Presidency |
US Politics: Comparative Politics |
US Politics: Elections and Democracy |
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12: Teacher 2 |
UK Politics: Constitution and Devolution |
UK Politics: Parliament |
UK Politics: Prime Minister and Cabinet |
UK Politics: Supreme Court and the EU |
UK Politics: Democracy and Electoral systems |
UK Politics: Political Parties and Pressure Groups |
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13: Teacher 1 |
US Politics: Elections and Democracy |
US Politics: Political Parties |
US Politics: Pressure Groups |
US Politics: Comparative Politics |
UK Politics: Revision |
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13: Teacher 2 |
Political Ideologies: Conservatism |
Political Ideologies: Liberalism |
Political Ideologies: Socialism |
Political Ideologies: Nationalism |
Political Ideologies: Revision |
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Our course is: AQA Politics A-Level
Link to exam board information: https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/politics/a-level/politics-7152/specification
We encourage students to explore human behaviour through the discussion of the nature nurture debate. We prepare young people for a life where they can understand differences and make positive decisions about how they can contribute to society.
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Autumn 2 |
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Summer 1 |
Summer 2 |
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12 |
Learning Theories/ Social Influence |
Learning theories/ Social Influence |
Learning Theories/ Cognitive Psychology |
Biological Psychology/ Cognitive Psychology |
Biological Psychology/ Criminal Psychology |
Biological Psychology/ Criminal Psychology |
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Clinical Psychology |
Clinical Psychology |
Research methods/ Issues & Debates |
Research methods/ Issues & Debates |
Revision |
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Our course is: A level Edexcel Psychology
Link to exam board information Edexcel AS and A level Psychology 2015 | Pearson qualifications
Students will engage with a range of Sociological Theories in order to address current debates and issues in society. Students are encouraged to develop well-constructed arguments, supported by research and concepts, drawing logical conclusions.
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Autumn 2 |
Spring 1 |
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Summer 1 |
Summer 2 |
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12 |
Key concepts, cultural transmission, socialisation & identity |
Key concepts, cultural transmission, socialisation & identity |
Youth Cultures |
Youth Cultures |
Education |
Education |
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Research Methods |
Differentiation & stratification |
Differentiation & stratification/ Crime & deviance |
Crime & deviance |
Revision |
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Our course is: A level Eduqas Sociology
Link to exam board information AS and A Level Sociology | Eduqas