Peter Symonds College Prospectus 2014
Art - Three Dimensional Sculpture
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Art - Three Dimensional SculptureAQAThree Dimensional Design (Sculpture) places a distinct emphasis on the exploration of ideas, materials, visual and sensory sources. It aims to develop your creativity, curiosity and knowledge through an exploration of form and space. The course will concentrate on the development of a range of expressive, analytical, interpretative and three dimensional practical skills. You will apply these skills to the production of final pieces, either functional or conceptual from initial research. AS LevelDuring the first two terms of the course you will have the opportunity to experience three dimensional experimentation through a variety of working methods and materials such as clay, plaster, wood and metal. This phase provides the basis for one extensive practical project (Portfolio Unit). Alongside this work you will be expected to build up evidence of your critical awareness of the wider context of three dimensional design within culture to complement and inform your practical work. Towards the end of the course you will complete a controlled assignment (Externally Set Assignment) involving an eight week timed response to set topics. A2 LevelIn the second year you will specialise in one or more of the practical areas covered at AS. This course is ideal for students wishing to build up a portfolio in order to advance to architecture or interior design higher level courses and remains an appropriate preparatory course for higher level art courses. It is possible to combine two art subjects. This is to be considered carefully as the deadline days for each of these subjects are the same and so students who study two art subjects will need to be very well organised.
WJECUniversities, including medical schools and Oxbridge, value Human Biology and Biology equally. Human Biology offers you the chance to extend and deepen your knowledge of those aspects of Biology that relate particularly to humans and health care. In addition, you will develop scientific methods and skills – designing experiments to test hypotheses, implementing experimental methods, data analysis and critical evaluation of experimental results. You will carry out classroom practical skills assessment in Year One and in Year Two. AS LevelYou will look at real-life situations such as giving blood transfusions, heart ECGs and lung and heart disease. Parasitic and infectious diseases of humans, the digestive system, our immune response and evolution are all considered in some detail. You will investigate the biology behind these topics learning about areas such as cell structure and biochemistry, and the structure and function of the circulatory and gaseous exchange systems. A2 LevelA similar approach is adopted in the second year. The situations covered will include how muscles work and respire, and the limitations this can put on an athlete’s performance. Kidney disease and donation, microbiological techniques, conditions affecting the nervous system, and genetic disease. GM and ecological issues are also taught. Study of these situations will allow you to learn about areas such as genetics, the nervous system, temperature control, kidney structure and function. You cannot combine this course with AS/A2 Biology. Standard entry requirements, plus additional requirements for science subjects. BiologyWJECBiology is the study of life and living processes. The course provides the essential background knowledge required to understand the key processes of life. Whereas Human Biology takes theory and applies it to the human situation, Biology develops appreciation of the unifying concepts of life by looking at adaptations in a wide range of living organisms. Many issues of relevance to society today are also dealt with during the course, such as DNA fingerprinting, diminishing biodiversity and medical applications of biotechnology. Although many students studying Biology also take Chemistry, some have Biology as their only science subject. There is a lot of practical work involved; you will carry out experiments and examine cells and tissues using a microscope. You will often be involved in group work; producing posters, hand outs and PowerPoint presentations for the rest of the class. AS LevelUnit One involves a survey of biological molecules, microscopic examination of cells, exploration of membrane properties and experimental investigation of enzymes. Unit Two takes an evolutionary view of biodiversity, gas exchange, transport systems, reproduction and nutrition. Students have opportunities to investigate lungs, hearts, skulls, fish gills, locusts and a variety of parasites. Those of a squeamish disposition can read about it. Practical skills are assessed via a write-up of an experiment carried out in class and a microscope drawing. A2 LevelUnit Four involves the study of homeostasis and nerves and an experimental exploration of photosynthesis and respiration. It also includes practical microbiology, natural cycles and pest control. During Unit Five, you study evolution, the theory of gene action, genetic manipulation and sexual reproduction. Practical assessment has a similar format to that carried out at AS. Biology could lead into a biologically or environmentally related degree and is an entry requirement for veterinary medicine. Human Biology or Biology is essential for a career in medicine, dentistry or other areas of health care. Both courses combine well with Chemistry, Maths, Geography, Psychology, and Environmental Studies. You cannot take both Biology and Human Biology. Biology and Human Biology students can attend extra classes for anatomy and physiology, large animal handling, extension group, Biology Olympiad or the Extended Project Qualification. There is a Belize fieldtrip.
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