Peter Symonds College Prospectus 2014
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Physical EducationAQAHow does a country get ready for a major event like a World Cup or an Olympic Games? How does Jessica Ennis prepare mentally and physicallyfor events? How does Roy McElroy deal with the enormous pressure to secure a 20ft putt in the Ryder Cup? All these questions you will able to answer by taking this course using the theoretical knowledge gained. This course expands on many of the ideas and concepts you have already encountered in school PE lessons. You will study contemporary topics in sport to equipyou with the skills and knowledge for entrance into higher education or employment. You will further your knowledge and understanding of the importance of exercise and activity to your personal, social and mental health and well-being. The wide variety of teaching styles used, within the delivery of prescribed topics, will encourage you to develop a capacity for critical thinking and to get you to appreciate the relationship between the diverse aspects of Physical Education and Sport. AS LevelUnit 1: Theoretical knowledge required for AS level and is worth 60% of the AS grade:
Unit 2: The practical unit at AS level and worth 40% of the AS grade:
A2 LevelUnit 3: The theoretical knowledge required for A2 level and is worth 60% of the A2 grade:
Unit 4: The practical element at A2 level, together with a written project and is worth 40% of the A2 grade:
Standard entry requirements plus Grade C in GCSE Science. Please note, you do not need to have studied GCSE PE. PhysicsOCR (Advanced Physics)Physics is the study of the properties and interactions of matter and energy. In this course the basic principles of physics are introduced and placed in the context of the world in which Physics is used. Physical theory is developed from experiments and demonstrations. You will be taught to approach problem solving in a methodical manner, to carry out practical investigations and research tasks, and to use Information Technology as an integral part of the course. AS LevelThe AS course is assessed though two examined units and one coursework unit. The first unit includes the study of materials, electricity and electronic communications. The second includes the study of waves, quantum behaviour, motion and energy. There is also an assessment of experimental techniques and data handling based on an advanced notice article. In the coursework unit you will prepare a presentation on the uses and properties of materials, and carry out an experimental project in the laboratory. A2 LevelThe A2 course is more mathematical in nature than the AS course. The first examined unit includes work on radioactivity, capacitors, oscillations, gravitational fields, cosmology and temperature. The second unit focuses on electric and magnetic fields, particle and nuclear physics. Part of the assessment of this unit is based on an advanced notice article which links together different aspects of physics studied in the course. The coursework unit consists of a practical investigation into an area of physics that interests you and the writing of a research paper on a topic of your choice. Physics combines very well with Mathematics, and if you are considering Physics or Engineering degree courses at university you should study AS/A2 levels in both subjects. Standard entry requirements, plus additional requirementsfor science subjects. Product DesignAQAProduct Design is a pro-active course. You will need to enjoy experimenting, testing and modelling with a wide range of materials and CAD software to get the most from this course. If you want to make decisions that affect what and how you learn, then this will be a good course choice for you. AS LevelYou will design and make one project during the AS year. You will focus on problem solving and creative designing using a wide range of modelling techniques. Much of your time will be spent experimenting and modelling with different materials, joining and manufacturing methods so that you are able to really understand how your design can be created. You will keep a sketch book and e-folder that records your experiments, and the design and development of your product. The knowledge gained from your practical experiments will enable you to plan in detail the most cost effective way that your product can be manufactured. You will study a range of materials and the manufacturing techniques relevant to the products you will design and manufacture. Traditional practical skills are combined with modern day techniques and ICT; you will have the opportunity to use two CAD packages, 2D Design and the 3D modelling software Solid Works. There are two units in the AS course of equal weighting:
A2 LevelAt A2, candidates are required to build upon the knowledge, understanding and skills gained in AS with a greater depth of study: Unit 3: Written Examination Topics to include: Sustainable Design and Manufacture, Legislation, Energy Use, Design and Society. Unit 4: Learning through Designing and Making - An extensive design and make project. Together with a portfolio of work, Product Design A Level enables access to Higher Education courses in Product Design, Product Design Engineering, Product Design CAD and Architecture. Standard entry requirements plus a Grade C in a Design and Technology subject or a related subject like Art and Design is desirable but not essential. Those without a Design and Technology background at GCSE would be advised to attend extra workshops during the first term to update their skills and knowledge. Directory: prospectus prospectus -> State school prospectus -> Prospectus ms/MPhil/llm shari’ah/Phd programmes Download 229.69 Kb. Share with your friends:
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