CONTENTS English Literature & Language – AS/A2 Level
This course enables you to develop your interest in language and literature, and the inter-relationship between the two, and develop a critical sense and personal response to a wide range of literary and non-literary texts. You will also be encouraged to write accurately, intelligibly and convincingly for different purposes.
At AS Level, you’ll look at literary and stylistic issues of set text, and analyse speech and its representation. At A2 Level, you’ll compare different genres, models and historical periods, and complete a coursework task looking at two texts, one to include poetry. You should preferably have achieved Grade B or above in GCSE English, have an interest in all types of reading and the use of language, and be willing to express your opinion. You should also read serious newspapers and television programmes to learn about current affairs, and be keen to participate in theatre visits and other activities.
Minimum Entry Requirements Five GCSEs at Grades A* - C including English.
Film Studies – AS/A2 Level
Do you enjoy watching all kinds of film? Is film important to your life? Are you interested in researching films, their directors and genres? If so, this course will help deepen your understanding and enjoyment of film. Focusing on the academic study of film-making, it examines artistic, technological, social and economic issues, enabling you to develop skills of observation, critical analysis and personal reflection.
The course will include a variety of screenings and analysis of film texts, as well as the work of well-known directors, and the history of film. While you’ll be encouraged to produce coursework, the course doesn’t include film-making. Modules include Exploring Film Form, British and American Film, Film Research and creative projects, and Film Issues and Debates.
Minimum Entry Requirements Five GCSEs at Grades A* - C including English.
Geography – AS/A2 Level Abigail Shaylor
Abigail had previously dropped out of college as she didn’t feel ready. Her time out paid off as she now has an A* in Chemistry and two As in her Maths and Physics A Levels. “I was so nervous about getting my results but I am really pleased. I wasn’t expecting to do so well. I chose my subjects because I had an interest in them but I found I enjoyed learning even more than I initially thought. College is great – the facilities are fantastic and the tutors are brilliant. I am now off to The University of Birmingham to study for a degree in Physics and my A Level grades have definitely helped me get on.”
Geography is a dynamic subject that focuses on the relationship between people and the environment through time and space. Linked with current affairs, it is constantly changing to reflect contemporary issues, and covers such major news issues as Asian tsunamis, the Pakistan earthquake and the New Orleans hurricane. Fieldwork is an essential part of understanding geography and you’ll be encouraged to take part in outdoor activities wherever possible.
Modules include Physical and Human Geography, including floods, coastal environments and food supply issues; Geographical skills, which includes coursework; Contemporary Geographical Issues, including the weather, ecosystems, cities and globalisation; and Geographical Fieldwork Investigation. Widely-recognised by Universities and employers as a valuable subject, Geography combines with most other sciences, social sciences and multi- media studies. Ideally, you will have Environmental Studies, Geology or Geography GCSEs, and will be concerned about the planet and its future development.
Minimum Entry Requirements
Five GCSEs at Grades A* - C preferably including English, Mathematics and Science.
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