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Record breakingresults in 2012!

Prospectus For Student Entry

September 2013

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We are delighted that you are considering applying to NEW

College, Pontefract. This prospectus is designed to help you

make important choices in what will be the next crucial step in

your education. We are sure that, as you find out more about the

College, you will appreciate just how much we have to offer and

how we can help you to achieve your goals in life.

NEW College provides a distinctive and very special student

experience. Our number one priority is teaching and learning, and so

we expect it to be yours too.

Despite having around 1800 students, we pride ourselves on valuing

you as individuals and responding to your needs. We call this

approach “counting in hundreds, but thinking in ones.”

Because NEW College is larger than most school sixth forms, the

range of subjects that you can study and variety of activities we can

offer are wider. As a student at NEW College you will be treated as a

young adult and supported in every step in your learning journey.

Thank you for your interest in NEW College. If you choose to join us you will

be part of a dynamic community with a strong focus on achievement, both

academic and social. Your success in exams will be of paramount importance to

us and equally, we want you to grow personally and socially whilst at college and

participate fully in the exciting opportunities available to you outside your

lessons. In short, we will strive for excellence together.

The College has an established reputation for very strong exam performance and you

will know that we are passionate about sustaining and improving teaching and learning

so that every student’s results represent their best possible achievement.

A key aspect of the NEW College experience is the young adult environment in

which you will learn. We will respect you as an individual and encourage you

to work in partnership with staff to achieve your goals. We will help you to

take increasing responsibility for your learning and to achieve self-

confidence, skills and knowledge which will help you to progress in life,

work and future study.

Because we are specialists in post-16 qualifications we are able to offer

an extensive choice of academic subjects and a diverse range of

wider college activities, including Performing Arts, Music, Sport,

Foreign Exchange and challenging global expeditions.

Many of our students, past and present, speak of their affection for

NEW College as a very special place in which students are happy

and supported and equally challenged to achieve their very best.

We hope what follows will convey something of this special quality

and that you will be encouraged to come and meet us at our Open

Events.

We look forward to seeing you.

Pauline

Talking to past and present students is a very good way for you to find

out what life at NEW College is about and will certainly help explain

why we are so popular.

One important reason for our popularity and reputation is our

examination results. We have consistently been the top performing

A-Level institution across the Wakefield district for some time now.

Additionally, we are proud of the progress our students make at

A-Level compared with their GCSE results. This value-added measure

is consistently in the top 25% nationally of all sixth form providers.

These results allow our students to move on to the next stage of their

careers both well qualified and confident.

From Pauline HagenNEW College Principal

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All Students and their parents arewelcome to attend our Open Events on:

NEW College achieved record breaking

examination results in 2012 with a pass rate

of 99%. This includes A* to B (high grades)

of 48% and A* to C grades of 74%

• Saturday 6 October 2012 - 10am-1pm

• Thursday 8 November 2012 - 5pm-8pm

There will be opportunities to:

• Take a tour of the college

• Visit subject areas

• Talk to staff and students

• Listen to a presentation by the Principal

For any admission enquiries please contact:

Student Services on 01977 702139

or email: [email protected]

or alternatively Vice Principal - Richard Fletcher:

[email protected]

Reasons to choose NEW College

About the College

Choosing your Course

Student Guidance and Support

Our Learning Values

How do I Apply?

A Level // BTEC (Level 3) Courses 2012

GCSE // BTEC (Level 2) Courses 2012

Enrichment Opportunities for Everyone

New Building Programme

The Ultimate 6th Form Experience

Exam Results 2012 (Record breaking)

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NEW College recognises its role in terms of Child Protection and has allocated

a senior member of staff with full responsibility for this. Alison Sykes, Senior

Learner Services Manager, ensures that all staff, governors and volunteers

working in the college are fully aware of the policy.

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About the College

To provide dynamic, high-quality learning

experiences in a young adult environment,

in which every individual is valued and

supported in the achievement of academic

success.

Our College Mission

This belief informs our fundamental commitment to providing students with high-quality learning experiences and outstanding pastoral

support which will lead to exam success, confidence, skills and knowledge for life, work and future study.

Members of the NEW College community, staff and students share a common purpose - student success. Our learning values on page

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Our vision is of educational provision that

transforms lives through raising aspirations.

Our College Vision

I chose NEW College because of:Outstanding examinations results

An adult atmosphere in which everyone is valued and respected as an individual.

A specialist and dedicated team of Progress Tutors who provide friendly

and professional guidance throughout your time in college.

A wide-range of A Level, BTEC and GCSE courses so you can choose the

combination of subjects that are right for you.

Highly qualified and enthusiastic teachers with the expertise and specialist

subject knowledge.

A very experienced careers advice and guidance team who are available, whether

you want to go to university or into the ‘world of work’.

An extensive enrichment programme, including the highly regarded Duke of

Edinburgh Award Scheme, World Expedition, Community & Higher Sports

Leaders Award, College Radio, Performing Arts and much more.

Excellent facilities including four state-of-the-art Apple Mac computer suites, two

Photography Studios, including dark rooms, recently refurbished Science

Laboratories, a fitness suite and a brand new Performance Academy featuring a

theatre, dance studio, music recording studio and much more.

A commitment to ensuring that the transition between your high school and

starting at NEW College is as smooth as possible.

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Ofsted Inspection 2008 confirmed NEW

College as a good sixth form college and

highlighted a number of key strengths:

• Much good quality teaching

• High quality support for students

• Good progress made by many

students

• Good achievements and standards

• Good progression to further

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• Good attendance and retention

Our LastOfsted Inspection

In addition to the College exam results

and the growing numbers of

students going on to university,

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through talking to

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they feel

NEW College provides a very friendly and

supportive learning environment, one in

which they can be happy and successful.

As a result, the College is over

subscribed year after year.

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NEW College offers many

opportunities to try new things and

meet new people. Since starting

college I have had a great learning

experience and met some

amazing people.

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NEW College is a thriving, dynamic, friendly and successful community

and there has never been a better time to join it.

With over 1800 sixth form students, we are large enough to offer a wide choice of

subjects, yet we are still able to enjoy a friendly sense of community.

The quality of our staff and the warm relationships that exist throughout

the College make it an exciting and enjoyable place in which to learn.

Students join NEW College from across the Wakefield district and

beyond (from over 30 schools). This diversity generates an open and

inclusive atmosphere.

We believe that NEW College provides a “staging post” between school

and university or a career, enabling students to move forward with more

skills and qualifications and the ability to work in an independent, self-

directing way.

Moreover, irrespective of their grades, we know that our students leave with

the confidence and personal and social maturity that gives them a firm

foundation in their adult lives.

Once again our students celebrated excellent results in the

summer, which will enable them to progress to university or the

world of work.

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• Accounting

• Art

• Biology

• Business

• BTEC Extended Diploma in Business

• BTEC Diploma in Business

• Chemistry

• BTEC Extended Diploma in Child Care

• Dance

• Design & Technology

• Drama

• Economics

• English Language and Literature combined

• English Literature

• Film Studies

• Certificate & Diploma in Financial Studies

• French

• Geography

• Geology

• Government & Politics

• Health & Social Care

• BTEC Extended Diploma in Health &

Social Care

• BTEC Diploma in Health & Social Care

• History

• ICT

• BTEC Extended Diploma in IT

• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in IT

• Law

• Mathematics

• Further Mathematics

• Media Studies

• BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media

• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Creative Media

• Music

• BTEC Diploma in Music Technology

• BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts

• Photography

• Physical Education

• Physics

• BTEC Extended Diploma in Public Services

• Psychology

• Religious Studies

• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Applied Science

(Biology/Medical Science)

• Sociology

• Spanish

• BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport

• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Sport

• Textiles

• BTEC Extended Diploma in Travel & Tourism

• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Travel & Tourism

• BTEC Extended Diploma in Visual Arts

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At NEW College we offer a wide range of Advanced Level courses. The advantage of

following an A Level programme is that you are able to keep your options open and not

specialise or go down a particular route before you are ready.

Alternatively, if you already know which subject you would like to specialise in you should consider one

of our BTEC Extended Diplomas (3 A Level equivalent) or combine the two.

The combination of subjects you choose is very important as your future aspirations and interests could

depend on them.

At NEW College we offer one-year Intermediate (Level 2) courses. These allow students to improve on the grades gained in Year 11 and/or

fill any gaps in their qualifications.

A large percentage of our Level 2 students move onto AS Level courses on completion of a successful one-year Intermediate programme.

The above pathway can only be accessed if a student’s behaviour, attendance and staff report are satisfactory. Ultimately, the decision to allow a

student to progress to a Level 3 programme will be at the Level 2 coordinator and the Vice Principal’s discretion.

AS/A Level Entry Requirements

To succeed at Advanced Level you will need to have coped well at GCSE Level because Advanced

courses are more demanding. The majority of students will take four different subjects in the first year of

Advanced Level study or three with Mathematics or English GCSE re-sits.

The college Minimum Entry Requirement is five GCSE passes at grade C, from four different subject

areas (some such as Dual Award Science or appropriate BTEC qualifications will be counted as two).

They must include a GCSE grade C, or higher in Mathematics or English.

It is also clear that there is not always a natural progression from GCSE to A Level. Therefore, some A

Level subjects carry a specific entry requirement. Details of these can be found in the appropriate

course description in this prospectus and on the Schools Liaison section of the College website.

BTEC Entry Requirements

To succeed at Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma courses you should have achieved at least four GCSE

passes at grade C from four different subject areas and have a real enthusiasm for completing

coursework (see Pathway 4). You will also find an additional vocational pathway for students with a real

passion at Level 2 and Level 3 in one subject area only (see Pathway 5).

NEW College Learning Pathways

When you join us you will be given advice and guidance about the number of subjects and the

combination of subjects most appropriate for your individual career and university goals, and your

achievements so far. We call these Learning Pathways and they are described in the

table below.

FOR FULL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE ON

www.ncpontefract.ac.uk

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Choosing Your Course... Intermediate Level Courses(GCSE/BTEC Re-sit) Level 2

To study at Level 2 you should have achieved a good range of GCSEs (or equivalent) mainly at grades D and E.

Level 2 Entry Requirements(Pathway 6)

Progression for NEW College one-year re-sit students

How will I choose my subjects?

The first questions you should ask yourself:

Do I prefer coursework or exams or a combination of both?

Do I have a career in mind that requires particular subjects?(seek advice from a careers advisor)

Y13/A2 year

Students will choose from a menu of complementary studies to boost their

University applications. Subjects offered include:

AS Critical thinking // AS/A2 General Studies

AS Extended Project // Directed Study time

Level 3 Pathways

1 3 Most of your GCSEs should be grade A*s Five AS Levels (or equivalent)

(including English and Maths).

2 3 Five A* – C grades (from across four Four AS Levels (or equivalent)

different subjects) including English and Maths

3 3 Five A* – C grades (from across four Three AS Levels (or equivalent)

different subjects) including English or Maths (plus English or Maths GCSE re-sit)

4 3 Four A* to C grades (from across four different English or Maths (if not achieved)

subjects) including English or Maths

5 3 BTEC Level 2 Diploma in the subject you want to study BTEC Extended Diploma (plus re-sit

at Level 3 (at merit or above) including English or Maths English or Maths if not achieved)

Pathway Level Entry Requirements Courses (programme of Study)

7 3 Five A* to C grades (from across four different subjects) Three AS Levels (or equivalent) plus CoPE (Level 3), plus

including English or Maths gained at both school re-sit English or Maths if not achieved.

and NEW College. (Compulsory study support periods).

Pathway Level Entry Requirements Courses (Programme of Study)

• Science

• BTEC Extended Certificate in Business

• English Language

• BTEC Extended Certificate in Child Care

• BTEC Extended Certificate in IT

• Mathematics

• Proficiency in

Number and

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• BTEC

Certificate in

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Media

• Photography

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Subjects that weoffer at GCSE (Level 2)

Advice:

Students who have not been in full-time

education for various reasons or who have

recently moved to the United Kingdom from

another country will be asked to sit a short test

to determine the level of course they are most

suited to.

Individual Assessment:

• Pay special attention to the information

box which says - this subject is for you if:

• When choosing your subjects...

Remember to consider whether your

strengths lie in coursework or exam-based

subjects or a combination of them both.

www.ncpontefract.ac.uk // Tel: 01977 702139 // 7Please note: All students who only just achieve the minimum entry requirements to study A Levels (average GCSE points score of 5 and less) will be giventhe option of 3 A Levels as opposed to 4 A Levels. Students whose programme of study comprises of only 3 subjects will do an additional qualification to

gain important UCAS points. This qualification is CoPE –Certificate of Personal Effectiveness.


Our care, guidance and support for

students is a very distinctive feature of the

NEW College experience. We have a team

of Progress Tutors, all with knowledge,

skills and experience of providing advice

and guidance for young people.

Their sole responsibility is tutoring, and we give

them the time which enables them to support you

in every respect of your student experience.

Your Progress Tutor will support you in the

early weeks of settling into college life, and

will help you adjust to the new challenges in

managing work, prioritising tasks and

developing study skills.

Later on, your tutor will provide guidance and

support as you plan for progression from college

to the next stage, whether this is university,

internship, gap year or employment. Your

relationship with your tutor will be key to ensuring

you get the very best out of college life and

engage with it fully.

Your Progress Tutor will deliver an induction

tutorial programme which will cover many aspects

of college life in order to support you as you settle

into college. You will get an opportunity to meet

your Progress Tutor before you start NEW College

by joining us for our Induction Day that takes place

in the summer term.

Tutorial sessions held once a week will be a mixture

of one-to-one interviews and important relevant

topics, such as social and career related issues.

In offering you this we hope that we can continue to

help you grow as a person and prepare you for life after

college, whether that be work, training or university.

StudentGuidance andSupport

ProgressTutors

Higher Education andthe World of Work

NEW College encourages all Year 12

students to participate in the Work

Experience Programme.

For some students it will be essential to complete

work experience to meet entry requirements, as

set by the Higher Education Providers, for courses

such as Primary Teaching, Social Work, Veterinary

Science, Dentistry, Medicine and Nursing, to

mention a few. Some vocational courses will also

require specific work experience as an integral

part of the course. Therefore, here at NEW

College you will be given support before, during

and after your placement to ensure you have a

successful experience in a safe, relevant and

friendly environment.

"My work experience helped me gain a better

insight and understanding of working as part of a

team who contribute to saving lives. After this

wonderful experience I am now on the verge of

starting my career within the NHS. The opportunity

opened new doors for me and I would strongly

recommend other students complete work

experience" Waseem Shakoor (Placement at

Pinderfields Hospital).

The Careers Team at NEW College

encourage students to research their

options and support them along the way

in realising their potential and ambitions.

A large number of NEW College students enter

Higher Education each year. Progress Tutors

and our Careers Advisers are able to guide you

through this process. We also work hard to

support our students who may be seeking

employment or apprenticeships after studying at

College.

At our Higher Education Information Evening for

Parents we discuss the applications process

and the financial implications of studying at

university. To support students who may be

considering applying to either Oxford or

Cambridge University we have a specially

designed programme encouraging students and

supporting them through the application

process. We have excellent links and

partnerships with universities.

In the summer we hold an annual Progression

Day with over 60 speakers from local

universities and employers.

We support our students seeking employment

with application form preparation, CV writing and

interview practice. We advertise suitable

vacancies and apprenticeships.

Students are able to seek careers advice five

days a week from our experienced and

professionally qualified Careers Advisers.

The Study Support Team aim to help students

maximise their educational achievements during

their time at NEW College.

The welcoming and professional tutors will give

you individual help with any aspect of your

studies. The service is open to all students,

whatever your target grade. Students often seek

help with study skills, writing skills and GCSE

Maths and English.

Support is provided in small groups, ‘one to one’

or in-class, according to the needs and wishes of

the student.

We actively promote a policy of inclusion, so

specialist support is available for students with

health problems or disabilities, such as cerebral

palsy, autism and dyslexia. Our provision often

includes access arrangements for examinations,

such as extra time and the use of computers. It

is very important that you disclose any disabilities

or difficulties on your college application so we

can plan in advance to meet your needs.

Counselling

We offer a confidential counselling service that

offers you the place and time to think and talk

about specific problems and for us to think

together about difficulties you are having. The

College counselling team also offers guidance on

relaxation techniques. Counselling is a skilled

way of helping you to focus on your concerns and

developmental issues, while at the same time

exploring specific problems, making choices,

coping with crises, working through feelings of

conflict and improving relationships with others.

The counselling service is available from

Monday- Friday, 9 - 4pm, situated in the

Health Point.

We also have our very own team of Students

Offering Support (SOS), a group of friendly

students who are trained in listening skills. They

are available if you would like an informal chat,

collect information or need practical help with

college or other problems.

Financial Support-16-19 Bursary Fund

The Bursary Fund is for students aged 16-19 and

is a payment of money provided to support

students in their learning. The allowance is

means-tested and students may be eligible if total

household assessed income is £20,000 or below.

If you think you are eligible to receive financial

support through the 16-19 Bursary Fund,

applications are available from our Student

Reception or can be downloaded from the college

website www.ncpontefract.ac.uk

Student attendance will be checked weekly, with

payment being made half termly in arrears.

Payment will only be made for the weeks where

your attendance and work performance has been

satisfactory.

If you have any questions regarding the 16-19

Bursary Fund please email

[email protected]

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The work experience opportunity I was

given at Kings High School was

excellent. The staff were very

welcoming and I was quickly made to feel part of

the team. It offered a great insight into the running

of the ICT Department and I found the support I

was able to give to the pupils very rewarding. I

now know that this is the career path I would like to

follow. Jonathan Fox

(Placement at the

IT Department at

King’s School)

• Both your Progress Tutor and subject teachers will review your progress on a monthly basis and together you

will agree targets to ensure motivation, direction and a clear plan of action to keep you on track and improving.

• Monthly progress monitoring will focus on your achievement and your attendance in each of

your subjects.

• All this information will be recorded and will be accessible to both parents and students daily and securely via

the Internet.

Monthly Assessments

I really enjoyed my discussions with

the support tutor. I was able to explore

difficult topics and this gave me

more confidence with the subject overall

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Study Support is very beneficial for

any student. I went for extra help

and advice on passing my GCSE

Maths. The main person I worked with was

Jane Rolfe, not only was she friendly,

supportive and encouraging, but I passed my

Maths with a better result than expected.

Bethany Frost-Lunn (Snaith School)

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At NEW College, we believe that

successful students develop a

common set of attitudes, habits and

behaviours.

These are:

Work Motivation

Successful students match the time spent in

the classroom with independant study

outside of the classroom. This will include

using your directed study time in college and

extra hours at home.

Achievement Focus

Successful students never lose focus on

their target grades and see them as a

minimum starting point to be used as a

springboard for greater success. They work

with teachers and tutors to agree high

expectations.

Self-Discipline

Successful students organise their lives to

ensure that all work is completed by

deadlines. They manage a balance

between academic study and leisure and

social activities.

Commitment

Successful students agree a course of study

with the College and stick to it; they

understand that sometimes the work will be

challenging but are not put off by this and

understand that their commitment in their

courses must be sustained until the end of

Year 12.

Organisation

Successful students attend every lesson,

arriving on time with the right equipment.

They apply this organisation to their exam

timetable, making several copies, checking it

carefully, arriving promptly and adhering to

exam board regulations and invigilators’

instructions.

Adult Interaction and Behaviour

Successful students see staff and parents as

partners in their learning and understand

that all parties are committed to their

success.

Participation

Successful students get involved at every

level – in class discussions, group tasks and

in the wider life of the College.

Self-Responsibility

Successful students take responsibility,

demonstrate positive attitudes and show

respect for all members of the College

community.

OurLearningValues

Directed Study Time NEW CollegeExcellence Academy

College life differs in some important ways

from school life, and this is no doubt partly

why you are interested in joining us.

To start with, there are no uniforms and no bells,

and you are encouraged to use staff first names.

Another key difference is the time you will have

when you are not in class. This is known as your

‘directed time’ as there is an expectation that you

will manage a balance between meeting friends

and studying in one of our Learning Zones.

The Learning Resource Centre (LRC)

This is an all-in-one centre combing the function of

a library (book lending, audio-visual material,

newspapers etc) and a Learning Resource Centre

(lots of different types of electronic material).

The LRC is also the home of our Study Support

team. If you need additional support with your

studies, the LRC is the place to be!

The Open Access Learning Zone

There are several computer rooms available for

students to use for extra study; however, the Open

Access Learning Zone in A Block is the biggest,

housing 65 computers in one room. You can drop

in at any time and computers will be available for

you to use.

Here at NEW College, we are passionately

committed to providing an inclusive learning

environment in which diversity is both celebrated

and valued.

We promise to treat each individual student with

respect and dignity and to ensure that every

member of our community studies and learns in an

environment free from discrimination, harassment

or victimisation.

We have a fundamental belief in the entitlement of

every learner to fulfil his or her potential and will

help both to remove any barriers to that full

achievement and promote equality of opportunity

across all aspects of college life.

We take our responsibility to eliminate all forms of

inequality seriously and our Single Equality

Scheme provides the framework for our

commitment. The Student Executive includes an

elected Member for Equality and Diversity and is

active in the promotion of events and celebrations,

as well as in the regular reporting of equality issues

to the College Equality and Diversity Committee.

Our Commitment to recognising and celebrating

diversity runs through our teaching and learning,

our student support and pastoral systems and our

enrichment programme. We want to ensure that a

disability of any kind does not prevent any student

from succeeding and our study support function is

directed at challenging everyone to achieve his/her

potential, succeed and progress.

The Open access Apple Mac

Computer Suite (F9)

This open access computer room is available to all

Photography, Media, Art, Design, Film Studies and

Textiles students on a drop-in-basis.

Subject Access Periods

All subjects will publish a timetable where teachers

will be available to provide additional support or

catch-up sessions. These can either be one-to-

one sessions or larger group sessions.

Subject Tutorials

These are timetabled additional lessons organised

by subjects. They can be aimed at certain groups

of students or simply structured revision sessions.

Your subject areas will be able to tell you more.

Equality and Diversity

Are you expectingoutstanding GCSE results?

Do you intend to apply for a

course at a competitive

university?

If you answered ‘yes’ to one or both these

questions, you will be interested to know that

NEW College can support your ambitions and

help you achieve your potential. Our

commitment is to every individual learner and, of

course, this includes our high-achieving

students. Our high ability students do extremely

well in terms of exam success, achievements in

college, and university progression.

What can the Excellence Academy

do for you?

Before you start, your application form and

GCSE achievement at enrolment will

immediately identify you as academically able.

Of course your subject teachers will then make

sure that you are appropriately challenged with

learning tasks and resources. You’ll be

encouraged to use our virtual learning

environment to access in-depth material. Your

learning journey will be carefully managed to

ensure you achieve your academic potential.

Forward Planning

When it comes to university application, you

will be invited to join in a range of activities, run

by specialist staff, to help you make

progression choices appropriate to your ability

and aspirations. If you decide to apply to a

prestigious university such as Oxford or

Cambridge, you will have access to an

individual guidance programme to prepare you

for the more demanding interview and

selection process.

Similarly, if you wish to apply for a highly

competitive course such as Medicine or

Veterinary Science, again, you’ll be given

specific, individual advice, guidance and

information. You’ll be invited on lots of

University visits, including our Oxford

and Cambridge Residential

Programme.

As well as helping you with

preparation, you’ll be

encouraged to

participate in

activities to help you

fulfil your academic

potential, such as

our Debating

Society, Reading

Group and trips

and visits to

student

conferences,

universities

and cultural

events.

Applicants with disabilities orlearning difficultiesThe College welcomes students with disabilities

or learning difficulties and we will ensure that

there is continuity and equal access to the

opportunities and experiences on offer:

Via our close working relationships with our

local Schools and through Neil Buchanan, we

will endeavour to make sure that transition from

high school to NEW College will be as smooth

as possible.

In the last two years 8 students were

successful in their application into Oxford and

Cambridge.This is a fantastic achievement for the College and for

the successful students who participated in the College’s

Oxbridge identification programme.



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If you are interested in applying to NEW College for entry in September 2013 simply follow the nine

steps to enrolment guidelines below.

Finally, if you have any questions or queries about anything relating to applying to NEW College,

please contact Richard Fletcher (Vice Principal) or Student Services on 01977 702139.

Visit NEW College for the day in Year 10 and experience a College Taster Day. (Only certain schools.)

Attend a presentation (assembly) by NEW College at your school. Obtain a copy of our Prospectus.

(Only certain schools.)

Read the Prospectus/Website and start to consider the courses you are interested in.

(Remember some subjects are assessed by exams and some are assessed by coursework.)

Attend one of our two Open Events which is strongly recommended – students and parents are very welcome.

Opportunities to listen to a short presentation by the Principal and speak to subject staff and students.

Open Events are:

• Saturday 6 October 2012 10am-1pm

• Thursday 8 November 2012 5pm-8pm

Fill in the on-line application form using ‘UCAS Progress’ (await confirmation/receipt of your application). If

you are unable to access this, then please use a college paper application form.

In the months of December through to April, you will receive a letter through the post inviting you to attend an interview.

If all goes well you will be offered a conditional place at the College dependent on your GCSE results.

You will then receive a letter through the post inviting you to attend an Induction Day after your final GCSE

exams in July. Here, you will meet your Progress Tutor and Tutor Group and spend some time in the subjects

you have chosen to study. The focus of this day is to prepare you for your future time at the College.

GCSE Results Day August 2013. If you do not get the GCSEs you require, please come into college after collecting

your results to discuss your options with our staff.

In order for you to complete the final stage of applying to NEW College, you will need to attend our Enrolment

Day. It is important that you bring proof of your qualifications in order for you to enrol at the College.

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Interview• Interviews will take place between

December 2012 and April 2013. If you

are applying from a local school

interviews will take place at your school

• If applying from a school with a sixth form

or from out of the area then you will be

invited for an evening interview at college

• If you wish your parents/guardians to

accompany you at the interview, they will

be very welcome

• At the interview we will discuss your

proposed course choices and find out

more about your career aspitations

• The interview is a key part of the application

process and provides the opportunity to

discuss your predicted qualifications and

course choices ensuring that they are right

for you Applications from outside our main

local schools.

• Attend one of our college

Open Events

• Collect a Prospectus and

application form on the

night/day

• Apply via ‘UCAS Progress’

or other on-line application

sites

• If you are unable to do this,

then please use a

NEW College paper

application form

• We will then invite you to

attend an interview at the

College where we will ask

tosee your mock exam

results

Applications fromoutside our main

local schools

Here is what to do:

If your school has access to on-line

applications such as ‘UCAS Progress’

please seek advice from your Head of Year

on how to complete it.

Alternatively, you can download an

application form in The School Liaison

section of our college website.

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A-Level//BTEC Courses 2012

Why should I study A-LevelAccounting?

The Accounting course puts most emphasis on

trying to give an insight into the world of finance

and developing the technical skills that underpin

accounting activity. You will be engaged in a

range of problem-solving activities that help you

learn the distinct language and techniques of

accountancy. You will deal with number based

problems to identify accounting problems and

suggest solutions. Accounting will provide you

with a great preparation for this line of work.

Topics you will cover:

As an Accounting student you will be able to

apply your understanding to explaining real

world practical problems. You will learn how and

why businesses keep financial records and will

become skilled in the preparation of business

documents, such as profit & loss accounts,

cash flow and balance sheets, from raw data.

Your studies will be related to both

small and large business. As you develop into

the second year you will learn how to interpret

financial information and to make judgements

about business performance.

Subject Specific Requirements:

Grade C in GCSE Maths

Student Comments:

Abi Inwood, Kettlethorpe High School: I

would recommend it to anyone as it is a really

enjoyable subject. Help is always on offer, and

the subject has a very good pass rate.

Daniel Harvey, St Wilfrids Catholic High

School: Accountancy is not only interesting it

has very strong practical applications too. This

subject so far in year 12 has been the stand out

subject for me. It is very well resourced and

taught to a high standard.

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Why should I study A-Level Art?

Art is an exciting and challenging subject that

aims to develop your practical skills, personal

creativity and visual thinking skills. Work is

also developed through investigating and

viewing traditional and contemporary artists

work. You will explore a broad range of media,

techniques and processes including drawing,

painting, printmaking and sculpture. You will

be able to specialise in areas that suit your

style of working. Emphasis is placed on the

sketchbooks which record your independent

ideas and show evidence of your individual

creative journey.


The course begins with a skills building unit

and, as your confidence builds, you will be

encouraged to think and work more

independently to produce a portfolio of work

for your coursework unit. Additionally, there is

an externally set unit for both AS and A2

where you will be given a starting point to

explore in your own way. This will conclude in

a final piece of work in a timed practical exam.


GCSE Art grade C or BTEC Art Distinction or

portfolio.

Student Comments:

Emily Dyson, Brigshaw High School: I

really love the resources that are available

within the department and the variety of

techniques you learn throughout the year.

Ellie Ward-Thompson, Ackworth School:

The teaching staff are really helpful and

approachable. I really like the fact you can

work in the department whenever you like and

the teachers are always available to help.

ArtWhy should I study A-Level Biology?

Biology is a subject that will increase your

knowledge and understanding of the living

world and of the practical techniques currently

used in the different fields of Biology. You will

learn about the detailed structure and

functioning of cells and organisms and their

interactions with each other and their

environment, as well as using current

techniques to carry out scientific

investigations. Studying Biology at AS or A2

will give you the skills you need to progress to

higher education. It will equip you with the

necessary qualifications, skills and knowledge

to study a variety of biological, medical and

health related subjects at degree level. As a

science it is a valuable qualification which will

also help you to access a wide range of

degree courses in other subjects.


In AS Biology, you will have the opportunity to

improve your knowledge and understanding

of a wide range of topics such as: cell biology;

biodiversity; health, disease and immunology;

physiology; biological molecules, enzymes

and DNA. You will improve your ability to

apply knowledge and understanding to new

situations, your analytical skills will develop

and you will learn new practical skills. At A2,

you will study biochemistry (respiration and

photosynthesis), control and coordination

(nerves and hormones), ecology, genetics

and biotechnology. Assessment for AS/A2

takes the form of written exams together with

practical tasks that are taken under controlled

conditions in the laboratory. This is a subject

that will challenge, stimulate, interest and

leave you wanting to find out more!


GCSE Biology or additional science module

grade B, plus GCSE grade C Maths.

Student Comments:

Aneesa Ahmed, Cathedral School: Biology

is a tough course, but is still an interesting and

useful A level to have. The hard work is really

worthwhile!

Why should I study A-LevelBusiness Studies?

Have you ever thought why

some businesses succeed

and others go ‘bust’? The

AS in Business Studies

enables students to

focus on the dynamic and

exciting nature of the

business world, answering

questions such as where do

businesses come from? What makes a

successful business succeed? A great deal

of emphasis is placed on business

entrepreneurs. Students will explore real

business scenarios and complete practical

activities to find solutions to problems that all

start up businesses are up against. Not

everything in the business world has a right

or wrong answer but there are implications

to every decision businesses make.

Students will develop analytical skills

throughout the course that will be further

developed where they will research and

work with topical business issues.


At A2 you will consider why change is

important but also why it causes problems

for organisations. The focus of study will

start to look at the global business themes

that you hear about in the news.


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Student Comments:

Maddison Bennett, Airedale Academy:

Business is a very interesting subject to study

at college as it prepares you for a wide range

of jobs and gives you an insight into setting up

your own business.

Jessica Pearson, The Snaith School:

Business is a challenging subject. You learn

something new every lesson.

Bethany Boyd, Castleford Academy:

Biology is a very interesting subject and isn’t

as easy as you expect. It has its challenges,

but mixes in fun to help you learn.

Biology

Art is for you if:

you enjoy drawing and painting from

observation and be willing to try out lots of

different ideas in a creative manner.

Art is not for you if:

you prefer drawing cartoons, graffiti art and

copying images.

Biology is for you if:

you are good at science, have an interest in

living things and you are good at learning

facts, solving problems and you enjoy

practical work.

Biology is not for you if:

you dislike learning a large amount of

content and struggle with solving problems

and calculations in exams.

Business is for you if: you are

interested in the real world news outside of

your classroom and want to understand the

reasons why businesses are successful.

Business is not for you if:

you want the teacher to give you all the

answers or to simply learn from a textbook.

Accounting is for you if:

you like solving problems, are hard-

working and interested in "maths for

business".

Accounting is not for you if:

you just like doing sums, don't like exams,

or want an easy subject.

The quality of teaching is exemplary, the

people you meet are amazing, college is

just awesome!!

Tom, The King’s High School

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study across a variety of Early

Years settings such as

nurseries/schools, providing you

with various skills and

experience for your future career

in this rewarding field of work.


This course aims to provide you

with a wide range of skills and

experience in preparation for

your career in working with

children. Some of the units are:

• Children’s Development

• Play in Early Years Settings

• Meeting Children’s Physical

Development, Care and Health Needs

• Supporting Children’s Personal, Social

and Emotional Development

• Health and Safety in Early Years Settings

• Reflecting on Early Years Practice for

Children aged 0-8

• Child Protection

Extended Diplomain Business(Equivalent to 3 A-Levels) Why should I study BTEC

Diploma in Business Studies?

We believe that many students learn best when

they can apply their own knowledge, skills and

enthusiasm to a subject. The BTEC Business

qualification will give you the opportunity to

study a wide range of topic areas which will

equip you for the modern workplace or Higher

Education. This is the equivalent of 2 A Levels.


The units that you will study include the business

environment, accounting, marketing, human

resources, management and the role of new

technologies. As this is a vocational course,

assessment is on-going and all of the coursework

assignments are linked to real world businesses.

Hard work is rewarded, motivating you to analyse

and improve your own performance and develop

key skills for employment.


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Student Comments:

Chelsea Reeves, Cathedral School: It’s a

great course. The teachers are friendly and

helpful. They give you the courage and support

you need to believe in yourself and to succeed

in the work that you do.

Ryan Ward, Crofton Academy: One of the

best things about vocational business is the

knowledge I gain from lessons can be easily

applied to the real world.

Diploma in Business(Equivalent to 2 A-Levels)

BTEC Business Studies is foryou if: you are looking for an excellent

introduction to a real business career or

further studies. If you like doing

coursework and not taking exams this

subject is perfect for you.

BTEC Business Studies is not foryou if: you are not prepared to work hard

both in and outside of the lessons to

produce imaginative coursework

assignments.


Why should I study BTEC ExtendedDiploma in Business Studies?

We believe that many students learn best

when they can apply their own knowledge,

skills and enthusiasm to a subject. The BTEC

Business qualification will give you the

opportunity to study a wide range of topic

areas which will equip you for the modern

workplace or Higher Education.


The units that you will study include the

business environment, accounting, marketing,

human resources, management and the role

of new technologies. As this is a vocational

course, assessment is on-going and all of the

coursework assignments are linked to real

world businesses. Hardwork is rewarded,

motivating you to analyse and improve your

own performance and develop key skills for

employment.


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Student Comments:

Ryan Ward, Crofton Academy: One of the

best things about vocational business is the

knowledge I gain from lessons can be easily

applied to the real world.

Aqib Iqbal - Wakefield City Academy: The

course covers lots of interesting topics. I am

learning about how to set up a business at the

moment. The teachers are very supportive

and explain everything really well. I love this

course!

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BTEC Business Studies is for you if:you are looking for an excellent introduction

to a real business career or further studies.

If you like doing coursework and not taking

exams this subject is perfect for you.

BTEC Business Studies is not foryou if: you are not prepared to work hard

both in and outside of the lessons to produce

imaginative coursework assignments.

I’ve met loads of new people and it’s

helped me to get nearer to my career.

Maisie, Outwood Grange Academy

I really enjoy the subjects I’ve taken and

all the new friends I have met make me

look forward to coming to college.

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Why should I study BTEC Level 3Extended Diploma in Children’s Play,Learning and Development?

This is a specialist course for students who wish

to enter into a career in Early Years Education

Child or Care. It is a vocational qualification

which is equivalent to THREE A Levels. The

course is 100% coursework. Students

undertake 800 hours in placements

during the programme of

These units will also provide you with the

opportunity to develop skills such as personal

skills, investigation skills and research on how

children learn, develop and behave, while also

dealing with aspects of the emotional, physical

and educational development of children.


If you have completed a BTEC Level 2 Health

and Social Care or Child Care Course you

should have achieved BTEC at Merit or

Distinction Level. You will need to have a CRB

check in order to take part in work placements

for this course.

Student Comments:

New course for 2012

Children’s Play, Learning &Development is for you if:

• You are self motivated,

• You like doing coursework and

• You are interested in working with children

Children’s Play, Learning &Development is not for you if:

• You prefer written exams,

• You find it hard to be organised and

• You leave everything to the last minute.

(Equivalent to 3 A-Levels)

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Learning and Development (Childcare)

Why should I study A Level Chemistry?

Chemistry is a fascinating subject which allows

us to explore the world in which we live. It allows

us to formulate ideas, present logical arguments

and explains all kinds of interesting questions:

Why are carrots orange, but lemons yellow?

What makes a good anaesthetic? Or how does

glue work? Chemistry is able to open the doors

to a vast number of careers. Many of our

students go on to study medical sciences,

engineering and biochemistry at University, as

well as entering very competitive programmes

such as Medicine, Veterinary Science or

Dentistry. Chemistry will also give you other

transferable skills, such as the ability to be

analytical, logical and methodical.These are

highly sought after skills which will allow you to

enter many other professions such as

Accountancy, Law, Finance, or gain entry onto

many graduate employment programmes in

large firms.


Some ideas you have already met at GCSE,

such as bonding, atomic structure and heat

changes during reactions, and these will be

further developed. Other interesting and

exciting areas will be introduced as well, such

as the reactions of alcohols and how infra-red

spectroscopy can help catch drunk drivers.

Atmospheric Chemistry and Green Chemistry

are explored; both of which have increasing

relevance to us living and adapting to the

changing conditions on our planet. Many of our

chemists will also study other sciences (Biology

or Physics) or will study Maths; however

Chemistry strongly combines with many subject

choices, for example English, History or

Psychology. Practical work compliments the

theoretical knowledge and allows students to

examine their learning, and understand the link

between theory and practical. Practical work is

done in new laboratories with excellent

equipment. The Chemistry course is assessed

by written examinations and internal

assessments of practical skills.


Grade B in GCSE Chemistry, or grade B in

Additional Science, plus GCSE Maths grade C.

Student Comments:

Scott Wilson, The King's High School:

Inspirational, motivational and exiting lessons!

Hayley Green, Castleford Academy:

Chemistry is the best! So many interesting

concepts to grasp hold of in a fun learning

environment.

Chemistry

Chemistry is for you if: you enjoy

science and are interested in the reactions

taking place all around us in this amazing

world we live in!

Chemistry is not for you if: you do not

like exams, practical work, or if you are not

looking for a challenge.


Why should I study A-Level Drama?

Drama is a dynamic and exciting course that

prepares students for performance and

beyond. Lead by the Artistic Director of the

acclaimed Horizon Arts Theatre Company,

this programme of study allows students to

create, understand and perform drama in a

challenging and stimulating way. Throughout

the course students will study many different

dramatic genres including physical theatre,

naturalism, devising and improvisation. This

uniquely delivered programme is designed

for those interested in continuing their study

of performing arts in higher education and

those who want a fresh and exhilarating

challenge. Students will relish the

opportunity to develop their creativity

through writing, directing and performing

work to audiences throughout the two years.


Within AS you will explore the work of

Antonin Artaud and Steven Berkoff amongst

others. Within A2 you will create a unique

and original piece of theatre. This will be

performed within a professional theatre

environment and you will document your

research and the creative process. The final

and only written examination will draw

together the skills you have acquired over

the course where you will interpret a set text

and review a live performance.


GCSE Drama at Grade C or above or BTEC

Drama at Merit or above.

Student Comments:

Jacob Gardner, Horbury High School: I

absolutely love doing Drama at NEW

College! We get to perform every day and the

lessons are fun, challenging and inspiring! It's

my favourite subject!

Paige Slater, Freeston Academy: Drama

isn't like any other subject at college. We do

such much practical work! It has made me

much more confident and a better performer!

I love it!

Why should I study A-LevelEconomics?

Do you watch the news and find yourself hearing

terms such as inflation, unemployment and

economic growth and not really understand what

they mean? Economics is the subject that

explains these concepts and many more and will

transform your understanding of the world

around you. Why is petrol so expensive? Why

are food prices increasing? Why do we pay

taxes? These are all questions that people ask

on a day to day basis and by studying

Economics you will know all the answers.


You will be given a workbook packed with

exercises and tasks that we will complete in

lessons through a variety of activities and lively

discussions. The workbook, when completed,

then forms a great resource for revision. There

is a wide range of resources available to help

you on the course, all of which are available

electronically so you can access them from

home. These provide help at any time of the

day, any day of the week.


Grade C in GCSE English Language and grade C

in GCSE Maths.

Student Comments:

Chloe Burton, Freeston Academy:

Economics is a really interesting course

because it applies to real life situations. It is

challenging but rewarding if you work hard.

Lewis Adgo, Hemsworth High School:

Economics has been an eye opening

experience as it gives you an insight into how

the world works. It offers valuable knowledge

which is challenging but enjoyable.

Economics is for you if: you have an

interest in what is happening in the economy

and can understand data and graphs.

Economics is not for you if: you dislike

formal exams with essay-style questions

and diagrams.

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Drama

Drama is for you if you: are creative,

confident, independent and hard working.

Drama is not for you if: you dislike

written work and performing in public.

Economics

Why should I study A-Level Dance?

The Advanced GCE in Performing Arts

(Dance) is suitable for students interested in

the performing arts industry, particularly

concentrating on dance as an art form. This

course sets the foundation for students

choosing to study and train in dance in further

and higher education.


Led by a professional choreographer and

Dance teacher, expect to cover a range

of styles to professional industry

standards whilst always maintaining

a theoretical understanding of the work.

Students develop materials such as

portfolios, audition pieces and photos, all

necessary components to succeed in the

performing arts industry.


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who have previously completed a GCSE in

Dance and/or a GCSE in Performing Arts (but

this is not essential).

Student Comments:

Beau MacLean, St. Wilfrid’s Catholic High

School: Dance is fun, energetic and

technically demanding! The teacher is

fantastic – it’s my favourite lesson!

Beth Proud, Castleford Academy: I’ve

learnt so many techniques and different

dance styles. The shows we do are brilliant

and each lesson is challenging and

rewarding!

Why should I study A-Level Design?

Product Design will allow your

creativity to flourish in a studio

environment and your design

skills develop through hands

on activities and structured

classroom guidance to reach

your true designer potential.


Product Design covers a

range of Design Technology

disciplines; Resistant

Materials, Graphics, Product

Design and Textiles. The

course is tailored to suit your

strengths and gives you the

freedom to build upon existing

knowledge or acquire further

skills in other areas. Time is

spent following the design

process to complete design

portfolio work as well as

practical work and theoretical

elements to prepare you for

the real world of Design. The

course provides a solid

foundation for any design

related profession, giving you

the practical modelling skills required and a

professional portfolio through coursework

elements that can be taken to interviews.


GCSE Design Technology grade C

Student Comments:

Abbie Hunt, Minsthorpe Community

College: Design has been one of the most

independent subjects I have ever studied.

You are guided by the teacher but allowed to

work in your own style. You get to work in an

interactive and exciting environment too. It

was a really worthwhile subject to study.

Jack Dukin, Minsthorpe Community

College: I really enjoy Design as you get to

be very creative and can take inspiration

from everywhere. The teacher is very

helpful, friendly and offers guidance

whenever needed.

Design is for you if: you are creative,

like to draw, and enjoy modelling products

after finding out about how things are

made.

Design is not for you if:

you don't like drawing and just want to

"make stuff" or create websites.

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Dance is for you if: you’re energetic,

creative and disciplined.

Dance is not for you if: you’re shy

when performing or physically unfit.

No limits to success at NC!

Kaif, The King’s High School

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Why should I study A-Level EnglishLanguage/Literature Combined?

At the heart of this course is the analysis of a

wide range of literary and non-literary texts and

the production of some creative writing. You will

study poetry, plays and prose from a linguistic

viewpoint.


Grammar and linguistics underpin the whole

course so you will be required to engage with the

more technical aspects of English. In the exam

you will write about two novels and a poetry

anthology which we will have studied in class.

You will also develop your ability to produce

literary texts and accompanying commentaries.


Grade C in GCSE English Language.

Student Comments:

New course for 2012

Why should I Study Certificate andDiploma in Financial Studies?

Are you worried about becoming financially

independent at university or when you start

full-time work? Do you want to get a head

start to a career in the financial services or

banking industry? These qualifications will

teach you what you need to know about

managing your money.


During the course you will learn about

managing your money, how it will impact on

your life and the choices that you will have

to make. You will learn how to finance your

future and how to make the most of

financial services products. Financial

services products (such as credit cards,

loans and mortgages) will be explained to

you along with how they can help you meet

your individual lifestyle needs. The

emphasis is on looking at current financial

issues rather than theory, so you will be

expected to keep up to date with

developments in the news. You will learn

how to apply financial services products to

other people’s situations. You will also

understand how changes in the finance

environment can affect your own choices.


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Student Comments:

Nathan Jude, Royds School: In financial

studies I gained my first A grade ever. This has

motivated me to believe in myself. The subject

is also going to help me to understand and

plan my personal finances too.

Ben Braime, Carleton Community High

School: A very good subject if you want to go

into finance after college. Its very enjoyable and

I have learnt lots that will help me in later life.

Whyshould IstudyA-LevelEnglish Literature?

To study this subject, you will need a genuine

interest in plays, poetry and novels/short stories

and a willingness to engage in independent

learning.


The coursework involves the study of two

prose texts and a creative writing task arising

out of an exploration of Gothic fiction.The

external examination entails a study of 52

poems by S. Heaney and O. Sheers and a

play. At A2 Level, you will study literary ‘greats’

such as Shakespeare, Chaucer, Webster, two

novels, a poet and you will learn how to

analyse a range of unseen poems.


Grade C in GCSE English Language. (Also a

Grade C in GCSE English Literature if studied).

Student Comments:

Eleanor Wignall, Kettlethorpe High School: I

really enjoy my English Literature lessons. I

feel that throughout the year my writing style

has become more fluent and mature. The

course allows you to create your own ‘gothic’

themed writing piece which allows you as a

student to create original ideas. My

appreciation for all forms of literature has

grown throughout the course.

Louis Travis, Carleton Community High

School: I have really enjoyed my first year of

English Literature at AS Level. I feel that both

my knowledge and skills linked with English

Lit have made great progression over the

course of the first year. I found that the subject

does not just focus on one area of study, as

we have looked at a range of plays and

novels.

English Language &Literature combined

Why should I study A-Level

Film Studies?

Cinema is one of the most important cultural

forms of the 20th and 21st centuries, as well as a

multi-billion pound industry. Film Studies

explores a wide range of material, from foreign,

black and white classics to modern day populist

hits, and helps students develop essay writing

and textual analysis skills.


Students will learn how to analyse a film's

cinematography, mise-en-scène, editing, genre

and narrative, whilst gaining an insight into

relevant critical theories and movements. The

AS course will be assessed via a 2 1/2 hour

exam and written coursework of approximately

3000 words.


Grade B in GCSE Engkish Language

Student Comments:

New course for 2012

Film Studies is for you if: you enjoy

analysing and writing weekly essays about

cinematography, narrative and the creation

of meaning in film.

Film Studies is not for you if: you

don't like tackling new concepts, writing

essays or watching foreign or black and

white films.

English Language/LiteratureCombined is for you if:

you enjoy coursework and grammar and

analysing the way language is used to

achieve particular effects in literary texts,

some unseen.

English Language/LiteratureCombined is not for you if:

you do not like coursework, discussion,

grammar and analysing the language of a

range of (often unseen) literary texts.

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English Literature is for you if: you

enjoy analysing and discussing poetry,

novels and plays and writing weekly essays

appeals to you.

English Literature is not for you if:you don’t like coursework, reading or essay-

writing.

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place. I have met lots of

new people and learnt so

much in just one year.

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Certificate and Diploma in Financial Studies

Financial Studies is for you if: you

are interested in finding out about your own

personal finance and financial institutions

like banks and insurance companies.

Financial Studies is not for you if:you want to study how to set up a business

and how businesses work.

FilmStudiesEnglish

Literature

(Equivalent to 1 A-Level)


Why should I study A-LevelGovernment & Politics?

The course is designed both for people who

know nothing and want to learn about Politics

and for those who would like to deepen their

knowledge and understanding of such a

fascinating subject. A qualification in Politics is

well-valued by employers and Universities,

demonstrating sophisticated communication

skills, a deep awareness of contemporary

society and an interest in current affairs.


AS provides a good grounding in the ‘nuts

and bolts’ of British government and its

relationship with individuals in society and

focuses on ideas such as democracy and

participation. The A2 course deals with the

major issues facing society such as health

and education, the environment and Europe.


No specific extra academic qualifications are

required but an interest in current affairs is

important.

Student Comments:

Rosa Collins, Carleton Community High

School: I have found Politics a fascinating

challenge which I enjoyed working on and

have found it to be the most useful of my

subjects for developing my written

communication skills and essay writing.

Robert Lambert, The King's School: Politics

is a fascinating subject that enables me to have

an understanding of contemporary issues and

belief.

Why should I study A-LevelGeography?

Geography is a challenging, exciting and

rewarding subject that gives you a greater

understanding and appreciation of the world

around you. Studying Geography helps you

understand why people live where they do, how

landscapes develop and change and how

people respond to and interact with their natural

environment.


During the course you will study topics such as

glaciation; hydrology, rivers and flooding;

Population and health. It is also a subject

that develops a wide range of skills, which

will be valued by future employers, such

as fieldwork; essay and report writing;

statistical analysis; IT and spatial

awareness skills. The Geography

department is very keen on

field-work and we have traditionally run a

number of field-trips to places such as the Lake

District, the Peak District and the East coast of

Yorkshire. If you are interested in the world

around you and the many environmental

issues facing the planet Geography is the

subject for you!!


To take Geography A Level you must have a

grade C or better at Geography GCSE if you

have studied it. However, we do welcome

students who have not done GCSE Geography.

Student Comments:

David Nash, Freeston Academy: Geography

is an interesting subject, with plenty to do. It

you're interested in the subject you will find it a

blast with the friendly teachers.

George Crowcroft, Kettlethorpe High

School: If you enjoyed Geography at GCSE,

then you will most certainly enjoy it at A Level.

It goes into more delpth and is more

interesting. I would definitely recommend it to

future students.

French is for you if: you enjoy you like

speaking French, are interested in how

languages work and are willing to learn

new material regularly.

French is not for you if: you are not

willing to try to speak, don't like

independent learning or struggle to

remember material accurately.

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the environment in which we live; you enjoy

practical work and have had enough of

coursework (we don’t do it).

Geography is not for you if: you dislike

exams, writing and are not prepared to work

hard.

Geology is for you if: you like to

understand the way the earth moves under

your feet and you can remember lots of

information.

Geology is not for you if: you dislike

science, are not very good at practical work

and cannot remember simple definitions.

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Government & Politics

Politics is for you if: you have an

interest in where power lies within our

society and how decisions are made which

shape our lives.

Politics is not for you if: you find

examinations a challenge and have no

interest in the news or current affairs.

Why should I study A-Level French?

Our AS courses, as well as developing your

ability to speak and write in a foreign

language, will increase your knowledge and

understanding of the world around you,

informing you about contemporary issues in

the countries where the language you are

studying is spoken. You will build on your

knowledge from GCSE, gaining, in particular,

deeper understanding of the grammatical

structures of the language. You will work with

other students and have lessons in the

computerised Language Laboratory.


Main AS topics include young people’s

concerns and interests, education, healthy

lifestyles and tourism and the environment. At

A2 level the topics involve controversial topics

such as immigration, equal rights, and religious

beliefs, as well as the chance to study the

history and culture of the target language

countries. These will all be assessed by

examination, including a speaking exam in both

years.


Grade B or above in GCSE French plus

Grade C GCSE English Language

Student Comments:

Lauren Finney, Minsthorpe Community

College: Doing French at NEW College has

drastically improved my French

conversational skills and the lessons are

really enjoyable too!

Amy Wassell, Airedale Academy: Studying

A-Level French has been a really rewarding

experience and allows you to develop so

many new, useful skills.

Why should I study A-Level Geology?

Geology is the primary Earth science. Earth

Science is the study of the Earth and its

neighbours in space. It is an exciting science

with many interesting and practical applications.

Some Earth scientists use their knowledge of

the Earth to locate and develop energy and

mineral resources. Others study the impact of

human activity on Earth's environment and

design methods to protect the planet. Some use

their knowledge about Earth processes such as

volcanoes, earthquakes and hurricanes to plan

communities that will not expose people to

these dangerous events. It is also concerned

with the organisms of the planet and how the

planet has changed over time. Geologists

search for fuels and minerals, study natural

hazards, and work to protect Earth's

environment. Geology will provide students with

a science that teaches a variety of skills that are

highly valued by Universities and employers

alike.


Plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes; the

structure of the earth; petrology, palaeontology

(the study of fossils), climate change and

extinction of species; natural hazards (such as

tsunami, landslides and meteor impact); and

environmental changes.

There are a number of fieldtrips covering a

variety of topics and locations to enhance your

understanding of the many geological processes.

There are also a number of in-house practical

sessions some of which contribute to your final

grade in the subject whilst others will explain

other geological concepts. There is great demand

for geologists and this will only increase as

resources become scarcer and the land we use

becomes more extreme. If you enjoy finding out

about the wonders of the planet, the outdoors

and extreme events, Geology will fire your

imagination.


GCSE Science grade C or a BTEC Science

(Merit or above).

Student Comments:

Ben Cooke, The King's School: Geology is

great if you want to understand how the world

around you works.

Adam Goddard, Kettlethorpe High School:

Geology "ROCKS!", especially if you want to

explore the world around you, learning about

fossils, volcanoes, etc.

Geography

Geology

French


NEW College has given me so many more

opportunities, like going on outdoor

Expeditions and the support I receive from

the Oxbridge team.

Rachel, Minsthorpe Community College

||Why should I study BTEC Level 3Extended Diploma in Health &Social Care?

This is a specialist course for students who

wish to enter into a career in Health and Social

Care. It is a vocational qualification which is

equivalent to THREE A Levels. The course

includes 100 hours of work placement time

which is compulsory.


The course is made up of 8 core (compulsory)

units plus 10 specialist units. This adds up to

18 units in total over the two-year course. The

core units include topics such as:

• Developing Effective Communication in

Health and Social Care,

• Equality in Health and Social Care,

Health

• Safety and Security in Health and

Social Care

• Development through the Life Stages

• Anatomy and Physiology

• Personal and Professional

Development (based on work

placements)

• Sociological and Psychological

Perspectives in Health and Social Care


If you have completed Level 2 Health and

Social Care you should have achieved BTEC

at Merit or Distinction Level. You will need to

have a CRB check for the work placements on

this course.

Student Comments:

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you are self-motivated, you like doing lots

of coursework and you are interested in

working with people.

Health and Social Care is not foryou if: you prefer written exams, you find

it hard to be organised and you leave

everything to the last minute.

Health and Social Care is for you if:you are self-motivated, you like doing lots

of coursework and you are interested in


Health and Social Care is not foryou if: you prefer written exams, you find

it hard to be organised and you leave

everything to the last minute.

History is for you if: you enjoy

analysing different viewpoints of the past

and can construct logical, well - supported

arguments.

History is not for you if: you do not

enjoy writing essays or analysing source

material.


Why should I study A LevelHealth & Social Care?

This would be a suitable course if you are

interested in a career in health, caring or early

years services. Alternatively, many of our

students choose Health and Social Care as they

find the content of the course interesting and

relevant. The subject provides a very useful

foundation for many other careers or university

courses because of the variety of skills you will

develop.


The course is made up of 4 units. Two units are

coursework units, one is a controlled assessment

and one is an examined unit. The coursework

and units make up 60% of the course grade. The

controlled assessment and examined unit make

up 40% of the course grade. You will cover topics

such as:

• Promoting Quality Care in Health and

Social Care Settings,

• Promoting Health and Well-being,

• Caring for Older People,

• Children’s Health, Early Years and

Social Care Services


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Student Comments:

Lydia Bell, Featherstone Technology

College: I like Health and Social Care because

the teacher really cares about each student

and you can talk to her about anything that

worries you. In our group we were even given

the chance to decide on the ways we preferred

to learn in lessons. I am really looking forward

to studying this subject next year because I feel

really well prepared for the A2.

Firzana Appleyard, The King’s School: The

subject is great and allows you to be

independent because you can make your own

decisions about what to include in your

campaign and how to organise your own time

as well as how to present it. Even though you

have a lot of coursework to do, you have

friendly staff supporting and encouraging you

to do well.

Health & Social Care

Health and Social care is for you if:you are self-motivated, you like doing lots of

coursework and you are interested in


Health and Social care is not for youif: you prefer written exams, you find it hard

to be organised and you leave everything to

the last minute.

ExtendedDiploma in Health& Social Care

Diplomain Health& Social

Care

Why should I study BTEC ExtendedDiploma in Health & Social Care?

This is a specialist course for students who

wish to enter into a career in Health and Social

Care. It is a vocational qualification which is

equivalent to TWO A Levels. The course


which is compulsory.


The course is made up of 8 core (compulsory)

units plus 4 specialist units. This adds up to 12

units in total over the two-year course. The core

units cover topics such as:

• Developing Effective Communication in

Health and Social Care

• Equality in Health and Social Care, Health

• Safety and Security in Health and

Social Care

• Development through the Life Stages

• Anatomy and Physiology

• Personal and Professional Development

(based on work placements)

• Sociological and Psychological

Perspectives in Health and Social Care


If you have completed Level 2 Health and

Social Care you should have achieved BTEC

at Merit or Distinction Level in this subject.

You will need to have a CRB check for the

work placements on this course.

Student Comments:

New course for 2012

HistoryWhy should I studyA-Level History?

History is interesting because it deals with

human beings and, in explaining their actions

in the past, it helps us to understand their

behaviour today. History also develops skills

for university and work – putting forward a

point of view and supporting it with evidence;

weighing up the strengths and weaknesses of

an argument; identifying the causes and

consequences of events; and communicating

effectively.


Unit 1 of AS looks firstly at Germany from 1918

to 1945 focussing particularly on the rise and

fall of Hitler, a hugely significant figure of 20th

century history, and secondly at the Middle East

from 1945 to 2001, which will shed light on one

of the most significant areas in world affairs

today. Unit 2 looks at the impact on Britain of

three wars – The Crimean War, The Boer War

and the First World War. At A2 there is an in-

depth study of Superpower Relations between

1944 and 1990 focussing primarily on the USA

and Russia but also covering China, and a

coursework unit on the Making of Modern

Russia from 1856 to 1964.


Grade C in GCSE English Language.

Student Comments:

Ben Cooke, The King's School: History is

fantastic because as well as teaching

students about the past, it also gives them

new perpectives and understanding of

current events.

Ryan Charlton, Carleton Community High

School: I am really glad that I chose History

as an A Level as the subject itself is very

interesting and the way it is taught is also

good.

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Why should I study BTEC Level 3Subsidiary Diploma in IT?

The BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma is a

two year course which provides work-related

knowledge and practical skills in ICT and is

both suitable for those choosing to find

employment after college as well as those

moving on to university. It is broadly equivalent

to one A’ Level and attracts similar UCAS

Points. Assessment is made up of six

internally marked, portfolio based units (three

each year). It is a demanding course which

requires students to be well organised and

able to manage their time effectively.


Communication and Employability Skills for IT,

Computer Systems, Digital Graphics,

e-Commerce, Website Production,

Spreadsheet Modelling.


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Student Comments:

Ellie Hirst, Kettlethorpe High School: I like

the way you can do your ICT work

progressivley, working through the modules.

It's so much better to do the work

independently; you don't feel

rushed/pestered. I also like my ICT teacher,

every time I ask for help I always get a

knowledgable, helpful answer!

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BTEC IT is for you if: you don’t like

exams, but prefer the ‘hand’s on’ approach

to studying IT.

BTEC IT is not for you if: you are not

well organised, or you don’t have a keen

interest in IT.

BTEC IT is for you if: you don’t like

exams, but prefer the hand’s on approach

to studying IT.

BTEC IT is not for you if: you are not

well organised, or you don’t have a keen

interest in IT.

A Level ICT is for you if: you’re

interested in finding out why computers

are so important to us and are keen to

learn new software skills.

A Level ICT is not for you if: you

prefer practical work to theory work, or

don’t like big exams.

Law is for you if: you have an interest

in discussing the law and current affairs,

whilst having the ability to work hard and

memorise lots of facts.

Law is not for you if: you dislike

lengthy exams with essay style questions.

Maths is for you if: you are very

confident working with algebra and enjoy

complex multi-stage problems.

Maths is not for you if: you panic or

give up if you encounter unusual problems

you’ve not seen before.


SubsidiaryDiploma in IT

ExtendedDiploma in IT

Why should I study A-Level Law?

Law is both an interesting and challenging

subject, having direct relevance to everyday

life. It is a useful qualification for those

wishing to pursue a legal career but also for

those with just an interest in legal matters.


You will explore those people who work

within the administration of justice, for

example, the police, magistrates, judges and

juries. Students will also study the criminal

legal system from police powers and the courts;

through to sentencing and appeal. At A2,

students will be introduced to murder,

manslaughter, offences against property,

defences and the assaults, for example, theft,

intoxication and grievous bodily harm. At AS

and A2, assessment is based upon written

examinations testing your knowledge and

application of the law.


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Student Comments:

Carla Reeson, Cathedral School: Law is an

amazing subject, never fails to be interesting.

Though it is a challenge for your memory.

Sophie Hill, Featherstone Technology

College: I personally found the course very

interesting and enjoyed learning different

areas of law such as police powers and

delegated legislation.

MathematicsWhy should I study A-Level Maths?

This is a highly prized qualification which

complements many programmes of study and

which provides access to wide-ranging

careers and study paths.


The course builds on many topics from GCSE,

in particular algebra, so you’ll revisit topics such

as powers and roots, equations and

inequalities, trigonometry – looking at sine,

cosine and tan equations and graphs and you’ll

explore a major new topic called calculus.

Decision Maths in Y12 also introduces totally

new ideas - how does a Sat-Nav know how to

find the quickest route? In Y13 you can choose

between a Statistics module (handling data) or

a Mechanics module (studying forces and

motion), depending on your other A level

choices and your personal strengths and

interests. Grade B in GCSE Maths is required

for this course and assessment is by

examination. A graphical calculator will be

needed for this course and students will be able

to purchase them at a discounted rate in

September.


Grade B in GCSE Maths

Student Comments:

Tom Coopland, Kettlethorpe High School:

The teachers teach you to think of maths

questions as puzzles to solve rather than a set

of rules to follow. These are the skills you need.

Pebbles Wastell, Freeston Academy: Maths

has been great this year. It is challenging but

the teachers are very helpful and friendly,

giving as much support as you need.

A positive

learning

experience in

a relaxed adult

environment.

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Why should I study A-Level ICT?

A Level ICT takes a look at all forms of

technology used to create, store, exchange

and use information. It considers the impact of

ICT on society and encourages students to

predict how it might affect the future. The

course is split between 40% practical and 60%

theory, so although some software skills will be

delivered, the majority of the work is

theoretical and focused on the final

examinations (2¼hrs in Yr12 and 2½hrs in

Yr13) . The course would suit any student with

a keen interest in different areas of ICT and

who has a willingness to develop their

knowledge and skills further. Time

management and organisation are also vital to

success on this course.


Include: Data, Information, Knowledge and

Processing; Software and Hardware; Networks

and Communication; Social Issues relating to

ICT.


GCSE IT at grade C or above or BTEC IT

Distinction or OCR IT Distinction or AIDA,

CIDI, DIDA Distinction

Student Comments:

Fiona Burgin, Minsthorpe Community

College: ICT is a very interesting subject that

opens your mind to different aspects of ICT

that you won’t have studied before. The

teachers are friendly and are always willing to

help when you need it.

Why should I study BTEC Level 3Extended Diploma in IT?

The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma is a two

year course which provides work-related

knowledge and practical skills in ICT and is

both suitable for those choosing to find

employment after college as well as those

moving on to university. It is broadly equivalent

to 3 full A Levels and attracts similar UCAS

points. The course will make up at least three

quarters of your college timetable. Assessment

is made up of eighteen internally marked,

portfolio based units (nine each year). It is a

demanding course which requires students to

be well organised and able to manage their

time effectively.


Communication and Employability Skills for IT,

Computer Systems, Information Systems, e-

Commerce, Computer Networks, Computer

Games, Production, Computer Games Design,

Installing and Upgrading Software, Graphics,

Spreadsheet Modelling, Multimedia Design

Plus 6 from the following (TBC): Impact of the

Use of IT on Business Systems, Software

Design and Development, Organisational

System Security, Communication Technologies,

IT Technical Support, Object Oriented

Programming, Procedural Programming,

Database Design.


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Student Comments:

Brandon Sedgwick, Castleford Academy: I

BTEC Extended Diploma (Level 3) is a really

interesting course and you are guaranteed to

learn something new every unit. It's really

good for people who do not like exams and

want to learn excellent skills in the world of IT.

100% recommended to everyone!!!

ICT

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Law

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A Level Media is for you if: you have

both a theoretical and creative interest in

Media as the subject is assessed by 50%

examination and 50% coursework.

A Level Media is not for you if: you

are not open to developing both assessed

aspects of the course, using theoretical

concepts in practical contexts and answering

three essay questions in the final

examination.

Further Maths is for you if: you have

real flair for maths, you want it to take up

two subject choices and you’re

considering maths or a maths related

course at university.

Further Maths is not for you if: you

are not an exceptionally committed and

passionate mathematician - it’s too

challenging to ‘coast’ through.

BTEC Media is for you if: you have an

interest in both the theoretical and creative

applications of Media concepts and

practices. You have an interest in using

media technologies, including Apple

Macintosh computers and Adobe software; to

complete the 100% assessed course work.

BTEC Media is not for you if: you

perform better in examinations and do

wish to experience the vocational

aspect of media, including very strict

deadlines.

Subsidiary Diploma inCreative Media

Why should I study BTEC SubsidiaryDiploma in Creative MediaProduction?

You should study Media if you have ever

wanted to know how and why the media is

made. You should study Media if you want to

make your own media products.


The course is a two year course, leading to the

equivalent of a GCE A Level. It covers areas

such as how to create pre-production work,

communication skills and research techniques.

You will then focus on the Television and Film

Industries, understanding how these industries

operate and are regulated as well as learning

about film and video editing techniques. You will

then create three original pieces of your own –

a music video, a television advertising

campaign, and short documentary. The

assessment of the course is entirely based on

the assignments you produce – there is no

examination. NB: This is a two year course.

There is no option to drop this course after one

year as with AS Level courses.


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Student Comments:

Jodie Bate, Wakefield City Academy: The

BTEC Media course was one of my best

decisions in college. You learn more in-depth

about advertising, the background of media

and the best thing is, there's no exam!

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Why should I study A LevelFurther Maths?

Ever been told that you can’t square root a

negative number? Oh yes you can, and

(strangely) it has something to do with pi! If you

really enjoy maths and you’re very strong at it,

then think about the Further Maths option. If

you’re considering doing maths or a maths-related

subject at uni, particularly if you have potential to

go to one of the highly competitive universities,

then this would be a great option for you.

Why should I study A-Level Media?

You should study Media if you have ever wanted

to know how and why the media is made. You

should study Media if you want to create your

own Media products.


By watching and reading media such as TV

programmes, films, newspapers and magazines

you will develop analytical skills. These you will

use to investigate how the media represents the

world to us and how we respond to those

images. Your work will include essays,

presentations, individual & group work; the final

assessment will be an examination June. You

will also develop skills in media production

creating products such as film trailers, music

videos and magazines for the course work unit.


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Student Comments:

Rachel Humphreys, The King's School:

Media Studies is relaxed and enjoyable whilst

being educative. In media there is a lot of

help available and it is a place where it is easy

to develop your ideas and increase your

knowledge of mass media as a whole.

Danielle Hargreaves, Freeston Academy:

Media Studies is a very creative subject

where you can show your personality through

your work. The teachers teach in a way that is

easy to understand and are always there for

help when you need them.

FurtherMathematics

Extended Diploma in Creative Media

MediaStudies

Coming to NEW College changed my

attitude towards education making me

enjoy it more than ever with the

amazing atmosphere.

Tom, Horbury High School

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Why should I study BTEC ExtendedDiploma in Creative Media Production(TV and Film)?

BTEC Creative Media Production will give you

the opportunity to study many aspects of the

media industries as well as practical, vocational

skills and to apply this knowledge in creating

media products.


The course is made up of a number of separate

units; the units you will cover will consist of a

mixture of theory, research and practical units. In

the theory units, you will develop your

understanding of different aspects of the

television and film industries; how they operate,

how they are regulated and how they are

structured. The practical units will involve some

theory and research work. For example, you will

study different editing styles and

techniques, as well as pre-

production skills. However,

there is also a large amount

of production work that you

will undertake; making an

advertising campaign,

music video and

documentary. The

courses are entirely coursework based. There is

no final examination.


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Student Comments:

Jake Mawunga, The King's School: BTEC

Media is very creative and lets me explore new

ideas. The filming process is fun. You can turn

up to the lesson with an idea and go out and

film as much as you want.

Abbie Kilburn, Horbury High School: I like

BTEC Media because its very interesting and

you gain valuable insight in to how the media

operates. Also the course has no exams which

is beneficial to me because I prefer doing

practical tasks such as filming

and taking photographs.

BTEC Media is for you if: you have an

interest in both the theoretical and creative

applications of Media concepts and practices.

You have an interest in using media

technologies, including Apple Macintosh

computers and Adobe software; to complete

the 100% assessed course work.

BTEC Media is not for you if: you

perform better in examinations and do not

wish to experience the vocational aspect of

media, including very strict deadlines.



It’s a double award, so you work towards A level

Maths and A level Further Maths. Studying

twice as many modules, you’ll get to explore

some topics in real depth and some particularly

interesting maths that you don’t even come

close to in the normal A level course: hyperbolic

functions, complex numbers, second order

differential equations, polar coordinates. You’ll

get a really good grounding in Statistics,

Mechanics and Decision Maths. A graphical

calculator will be needed for this course and

students will be able to purchase them at a

discounted rate in September.


Grade A* in GCSE Maths.

Student Comments:

Will Binzi, Carleton Community High

School: Hands down, the best subject, never

ceases to amaze me.

Jack Worthington, Crofton Academy: I

would recommend maths to anyone who

enjoys a challenging, rewarding and

interesting subject. There is a lot of support if

you don’t understand a topic so you’ll be able

to get it in no time.




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A Level Music is for you if: you enjoy

practising, want to develop as a composer

and get a kick out of analysing scores.

A Level Music is not for you if: you

don't practise, don't like homework or

cannot read music very well.

Physical Education

Why should I study A-Level PE?

Looking for a career in the sport and leisure

industry? Want to become a PE teacher?

Then this course is for you. A Level PE will

develop your knowledge and understanding of

the major principles behind sport and exercise,

as well as allow you to gain an in-depth insight

into how the mind and body react to exercise

and training. A Level PE comprises of one

exam at AS Level (60% of final grade) and

practical coursework (undertaking 2 roles of

performer, and/or official in a sport of your

choice) (40% of final grade). A Level is also

comprised of one exam and practical

coursework–however the coursework must be

undertaken in a competitive context.


When studying AS Level PE, you will learn

about the fitness testing and health, the

musculo-skeletal system, the cardiovascular

system, the respiratory system, skill acquisition,

information processing, barriers to participation,

modern PE in school and the historical factors

that have led modern sport to develop. At A2

Level, you will learn about energy systems,

muscle recruitment, sports supplements,

specialised training methods, sports injuries,

biomechanics, and psychological factors

affecting performance eg aggression and

anxiety, world games, hooliganism, commercial

sport and drugs in sport.


C in GCSE PE, or a BTEC Merit in PE

and Sport.

Student Comments:

Brianna Powell, The King's School: The

best thing I found about AS PE was the

variation in the course, developing the

theoretical side of sport alongside the practical

side which enhanced your understanding.

Why should I study A LevelFurther Maths?

Music is rewarding - it is rated very highly by

universities. It has the highest number of

transferable skills of any A Level. It is active

and motivational inside and out of the

classroom. Your GCSE will prepare you for A

Level Music – but you might want to study

further after A Level, so we ask you to be fluent

in notation.


Performance on your instrument or singing

counts for 30% of the marks; Composition 30%

and one exam counts for 40%. You may

perform any pieces you wish, as long as they

are at least grade 5 standard. Compositions

may be traditional notation or recorded with a

chord chart, tab or descriptions. For the exam,

you will study a very wide range of set works,

from Bach to Oasis, enhance your analytical

skills and develop chord recognition. The

music department is equipped with its own suite

of computers with dedicated software, plenty of

practice space for you to use at any time. You

will be expected to study outside lessons and

use all the resources available to you.


GCSE Music grade C minimum or BTEC

Level 2 Distinction; however, if you have not

taken GCSE Music or BTEC Level 2 and

would like to study A Level Music, please

contact the College to arrange an audition.

You must be at least grade 5 standard on an

instrument or voice, but you do not have to

have passed a grade 5 exam. You must be

competent in reading music, but you do not

need to have passed any theory exam.

If you have any queries, please do not

hesitate to contact the music department.

Student Comments:

Oscar Holch, St. Wilfrids Catholic High

School: I’ve really enjoyed analysing the

wide range of scores in the course and the

opportunities to perform in concerts and

shows throughout the year. I’ve improved

my composition skills a lot since starting at

NEW College.

Music

BTEC Music is for you if: you enjoy

performing as a soloist, in groups, want to

organise your own gigs and learn how the

music industry works.

BTEC Music is not for you if: you get

really nervous when performing, you find it

hard to meet deadlines, you want to do

things by yourself.

Why should I study BTEC Level 3Music Technology?

Music Technology is the open door to Music. It

is about you and how you understand music. It

values your interest both in and out of lessons.

It fulfils vocational and academic requirements

– it is equivalent to two A Levels.


It is different from A Level – all work is

coursework. The four core units are the

background and the practical music making.

The eight specialist units are where you really

shape your own course and develop your own

interests. You will record your work on PC, on

video and in sound. You will also be expected to

organise and perform in musical concerts, gigs

and shows. Units to be covered include solo

and ensemble performance, improvisations, the

music industry, performance practice

techniques and many more.


GCSE Music grade C or BTEC Level 2 Merit

or a good standard of vocal performance or

the ability to play one or more instruments.

You do not need to have passed any practical

or theory exams, but may be asked to attend

an audition. If you have not taken GCSE or

BTEC Level 2 and would like to apply for this

course, please contact the music department

to arrange a short audition.

Student Comments:

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Why should I study BTEC Level 3Extended National Diploma inPerforming Arts?

This exciting and dynamic course is designed

for people wishing to embark on a career in

the performing arts industry. It is a

comprehensive course that predominantly

focuses on acting skills and also looks at

elements of movement and musical theatre.

This course is highly practical and acts as a

training programme for students wishing to

study performing arts at a higher level. This

vocational course has no examinations;

students are assessed on performances and

accompanying written work. Students will

leave with an actor’s skills set ready to audition

within the industry. The BTEC extended

diploma is equivalent to 3 A-levels and is

accepted by Higher Education institutions and

specialist performing arts schools.


It is different from A-Level – all work is

coursework. Learners will cover many different

areas an actor needs to explore. Units covered

include Film and TV Acting, Acting styles, Voice,

Movement, Improvisation, Auditions, Physical

Theatre and many more. You will be expected

to perform in many productions and make

regular theatre visits to see a variety of shows.


A GCSE Grade C or BTEC Merit in a

Performing Arts area would be desirable but

not essential.

Student Comments:

New course for 2012

Diploma inMusic Technology

BTEC Extended Diplomain Performing Arts(Equivalent to 3 A-Levels)

Why should I study A-LevelPhotography?

The focus of the Art and Design Photography

course is exploring various experimental

photographic techniques and developing

creative thinking informed by the study of

photographers. Work is documented in

sketchbooks, in which you will be expected to

explain your ideas and document your work as it

progresses.


The course begins with a skills building project

where you will learn a range of creative

photographic techniques, at the same time as

being encouraged to think independently. You will

be introduced to traditional film photography and

the darkroom, as well as digital manipulation

through the use of Apple Mac computers and

Photoshop. You will be required to study a range

of traditional and contemporary artists in order to

inspire your own creative development. During

the externally set assignment you will be given a

starting point by the exam board, which you will


BTEC Performing Arts is for you if:you want to enter the performing arts

industry or be a professional

actor/performer.

BTEC Performing Arts is not foryou if: you don’t like performing and have

no interest in following this career path.

A Level Physical Education is thecourse for you if: you have a passion

for sport, exercise and fitness; if you are a

strong performer in sport and if you do well

in exams.

A Level Physical Education is notfor you if: you are not a specialist in one

or two sports, struggle in exam conditions

and not prepared for high theoretical

classroom content.

then develop into a personal project. Teaching

takes place through a range of workshop style

sessions, demonstrations and one to one

tutorials.


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Student Comments:

Jessica Lewis, Crofton Academy: I have

really enjoyed my first year on photography. I

love the projects we are set as I am able to

photograph my everyday life. All the staff are

so helpful and I can’t wait to carry on with this

subject next year.

Photography is for you if: you are an

artistic or creative person who likes

coursework subjects and is highly self-

motivated.

Photography is not for you if: you

don't like practical independent work and

have no interest in the visual arts.

It’s a great atmosphere with really

helpful happy teachers who treat you

like adults.

Sophie, Castleford Academy

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Free music lessons forall music students onyour first instrument


Why should I study BTECExtended Diploma inPublic Services?

This is a two-year programme which consists

of a combination of lessons, practical

activities, oral presentations, tutorials,

individual research and group work. On

completion of the programme you could apply

for a career in any of the Public Services,

including the Police Service, Ambulance

Service, Customs and Excise or the Prison

Service. As part of the course you will be

expected to undertake a range of outdoor

activities including visits to various public

services eg Army, RAF, and Magistrates Court.


In Year 12 topics will include: Government,

Politics and the Public Services, Volunteering

in the Public Services, and Career planning

for the uniformed Public Service. In Year 13

topics will include: International Perspectives

for the Uniformed Services, Outdoor and

adventurous Expedition and Crime

and its effects on society.

Subject SpecificRequirements:

None

Student Comments:

New course for 2012

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have an ambition to work in the uniformed

services, are interested in fitness and

health and if you enjoy coursework and

readily meet deadlines.

Public Services is not for you if:you have no interest in the Army, Police,

RAF, Fire Service, Navy or Coastguard.

Psychology is for you if: you have an

interest in science, want to understand

human behaviour and can memorise lots

of information.

Psychology is not for you if: you

don’t like big exams, find it difficult to write

clearly or if you think it’s an easy subject.

Physics is for you if: you like to

understand, predict and explain the

physical universe in words and maths.

Physics is not for you if: you are

happy not understanding.

Religious Studies is for you if: you

enjoy learning new philosophical theories

to explain our existence and are

comfortable writing long essay type

answers to exam questions.

Religious Studies is not for you if:you don’t like any of the above and/or you

believe it is the same as studying the

subject at GCSE.


ExtendedDiploma inPublic Services

Psychology

Why should I study BTEC SubsidiaryDiploma in Applied Science (Biology)?

Over the last 25 years, BTEC have helped

millions of people develop the skills they need to

get on in life. Engaging and inspiring, this is a

work-related qualification, which is suitable for a

wide range of abilities. It provides a practical, real

world approach to learning without sacrificing

any of the essential subject theory. A BTEC in

Applied Science (Biology) will give students the

skills they need to either move on to higher

education or go straight into employment. The

focus of this qualification is to provide students

with the opportunity to specialise in aspects of

general Science and biology.


In the first year you will cover three units, which

are entitled Fundamentals of Science, Scientific

Practical Techniques and Working in the

Science Industry. You will learn about the basic

scientific laboratory techniques that are

routinely used in the science industry and you

will undertake a short work experience

placement. In the second year you will study a

further three units, which are microbiological

techniques, genes and genetic engineering and

the physiology of human body systems. There

are no exams. All work will be assessed

through a portfolio of assignments including

written reports of practical investigations and

procedures, posters, PowerPoint presentations,

leaflets and information sheets.


GCSE Science grade C or BTEC/OCR

Science Level 2 – Merit.

Student Comments:

Tom Whyte, Kettlethorpe High School: I

enjoy BTEC Science because of the

enjoyable practicals.

NEW College has given me the best

opportunities to pursue my future career!

Jess, Campsmount Technology College

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Why should I study A-LevelPsychology?

Psychology is a fascinating, stimulating and

extremely popular subject which involves

understanding and explaining the human mind

and behaviour in a scientific way.


The course covers a wide range of topics

dealing with human behaviour and functioning

such as understanding how our memory works,

why eyewitnesses to crimes are not always

accurate in their memories, how our behaviour

is influenced by groups and authority figures.

You will also study the concept of abnormality;

understand what causes mental disorders and

how to best treat them. AS Psychology does

have a scientific element to it as we deal with

biological explanations for behaviour such as

explaining how our body reacts to stress and

how mental disorders can have a biological

cause. A key component of the course also

involves understanding the different ways in

which psychologists conduct their research into

human behaviour such as experiments,

observations, interviews and how the data from

these methods is analysed. This again will

require some scientific and mathematical

understanding.


Grade C in GCSE English Language and

grade C in GCSE Maths.

Student Comments:

Meghan Roberts, Outwood Grange

Academy: an enlightening & rewarding

subject.

Rebecca Duncan, Featherstone

Technology College: learning psychology is

a lot of hard work but it is also one of the most

rewarding & satisfying subjects.

Physics

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Applied Science(Biology/Medical Science)

ReligiousStudies

Why should I study A Level Physics?

In Physics we try and answer some of the big

questions in life: What is matter? Where did

the universe come from? How can we

describe the way things interact? How might

we get “clean” energy in the future? Along the

way we stumble across answers to smaller

questions such as why it’s important to keep

your loudspeakers the right distance from the

wall. We also look at the physics behind

important technologies including medical

imaging. If you have a curious nature and a

positive attitude then you will be well suited to

the course. An A Level in Physics helps you

prepare for a career in Science, Engineering

or Medicine. The analytical and numeracy

skills, precision of thought and ability to

understand complex ideas that are

represented by an A Level in Physics are also

highly sought after in business and by

universities in general.


Mechanics, Electric Circuits, Waves, Quantum

Physics, Electric and Gravitational Fields,

Nuclear Physics and Radioactivity, Medical

Imaging, Cosmology.


Grade B in Physics or Additional Science

GCSE plus Grade C in Maths.

Student Comments:

Alistair Bell, Royds School: The physics

lessons are very engaging across all of the

syllabus and this is helped by the extremely

good staff and the range of great equipment.

BTEC in Applied Science (Biology)is for you if: you have an interest in

science and living things, you enjoy

practical work and would like to go on to a

career in science or health care.

BTEC in Applied Science (Biology)is not for you if: you are poorly

organised, struggle to manage your time

effectively and often fail to meet deadlines.

NEW College has brought me a step

closer to my future career.

Amelia, Campsmount Technology College

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Why should I study A-LevelReligious Studies?

Religious Studies is an intriguing and

thought provoking subject, which allows

you to explore your understanding of

topics such as creation, religious

experiences, the psychology of

religious behaviours and the problem of

evil.


Students really enjoy the course owing to the

wide range of topics studied. Students learn

about the meaning of life from

philosophical, religious and scientific

perspectives and it addresses

fundamental questions of life such as,

why are we here and what is our

purpose?

Subject SpecificRequirements:

None

Student Comments:

Charlotte Renshaw,

Wakefield City Academy: I

find the work on different

philosophers interesting. It is

a good subject.

Daniella Hearn, Outwood

Grange Academy:

Religious Studies is a really

interesting subject. The

lessons are relaxed and

enjoyable.


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speaking Spanish, are interested in how

languages work and are willing to learn

new material regularly.

Spanish is not for you if: you are not

willing to try to speak, don't like

independent learning or struggle to

remember material accurately.

Sociology is for you if: you are

interested in the world around you and

enjoy learning and discussing new ideas

and theories.

Sociology is not for you if: you

dislike writing essays and preparing for

exams.

BTEC Sport is for you if: you enjoy

meeting regular work deadlines, don't like

exam assessment and have a passion for

sport.

BTEC Sport is not for you if: you

want to be assessed on your practical

sporting ability and you do well in exams,

then the A Level PE route is more

appropriate for you.

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Why should I study A LevelSociology?

If you are interested in modern issues such as

crime, poverty and inequality and want to

understand how society works, then you

should consider Sociology. This subject gets

to the very heart of a range of controversial

matters, examining social problems,

processes and institutions that affect us all.


AS Sociology involves the study of “Families

and Households”, including changing patterns

of marriage, divorce and fertility, gender roles,

the changing status of children and the

functions of the family. You will also study “The

Sociology of Education”, examining gender,

social class and ethnic inequalities in

achievement, along with the development of the

UK education system. The AS course includes

an introduction to the different research

techniques that sociologists use to investigate

society. At A2, students study “The Mass

Media” and “Crime and Deviance”, along with a

more advanced analysis of research methods

and social theory.


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Student Comments:

Ellie Hirst, Kettlethorpe High School: I like

the way there is so much variety in what you

learn in Sociology. It all links to relevant

topics in society and makes me understand

more about the society we live in.

Sociology Subsidiary Diploma in Sport

Spanish

The support from teachers is great,

they treat you as adults.

Charlotte, Castleford Academy

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Why should I study BTEC ExtendedDiploma in Sport?

Do you love sport? Do you work well in a

coursework learning environment? If you

answer yes to both of these questions and

you are consistently hard-working,

enthusiastic and reliable then BTEC Sport is

the course for you.


You will cover 4 topics in Year 12. They are:

principles of anatomy and physiology in sport,

the physiology of fitness, assessing risk in

sport and fitness testing for sport and

exercise. Then in Year 13 you will cover a

further 3 topics these topics are: Practical

individual sports, sports nutrition, leadership in

sport.


Merit or distinction at BTEC First Level

(Certificate or Diploma) or a GCSE PE

Grade C.

Student Comments:

New course for 2012

BTEC Sport is for you if: you enjoy

meeting regular work deadlines, don't like

exam assessment and have a passion for

sport.

BTEC Sport is not for you if: you

want to be assessed on your practical

sporting ability and you do well in exams,

then the A Level PE route is more

appropriate for you.


Why should I studyA-Level Spanish?

Our AS courses, as well as developing your

ability to speak and write in a foreign language,

will increase your knowledge and understanding

of the world around you, informing you about

contemporary issues in the countries where the

language you are studying is spoken. You will

build on your knowledge from GCSE, gaining, in

particular, deeper understanding of the

grammatical structures of the language. You will

work with other students and have lessons in

the computerised Language Laboratory.


Main AS topics include young people’s concerns

and interests, education, healthy lifestyles and

tourism and the environment. At A2 level the

topics involve controversial topics such as

immigration, equal rights, and religious beliefs, as

well as the chance to study the history and

culture of the target language countries. These

will all be assessed by examination, including a

speaking exam in both years.


A grade B or above in GCSE Spanish plus

Grade C GCSE English Language

Student Comments:

Connor Hunter, Ackworth School: Spanish

AS has allowed me to learn more about

Spanish culture, and imporve my speaking.

Kate Adams, Ossett Academy: Doing

Spanish AS level has opened up many doors

for me.


Textiles is for you if: you enjoy

manipulating materials, researching

contemporary practitioners and developing

your own ways of working.

Textiles is not for you if: you don't

enjoy working practically and are not open

to new ideas and learning to think

independently.

Why should I study A Level Textiles?

Textiles is a creative subject which aims to

give you the confidence to explore your ideas

even if you have never done Textiles. We

challenge what textiles is about and help you

build upon your skills and learn techniques.

We use what you would consider ‘normal’

textile stuff like wools and fabric but our

students look at what is happening in the

outside world where designers are using

metal, wire, wood and anything else they can

think about, but we do draw the line at fish!


The coursework in year twelve is based on a

theme set by us but everybody will start to work

in their own way as they discover what they can

do using our specialist equipment. So you may

try printed, constructed and surface decoration

and find out what you are really good at

because in the second year we will help you

plan your own work. Exams are busy but you

don’t need to panic as you get plenty of time to

prepare. Textiles is hard work but enjoyable.


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Student Comments:

Emma Harrison, De Lacy Academy,

Knottingley: I enjoy doing Textiles because

the door is always open, the staff are really

friendly and are always there to help you

with anything. It's exciting and you learn lots

of new techniques all the time.

Rebecca Clayton, Sherburn High School:

Everyone is really friendly, you can come

and work anytime and there is always lots of

help from your teachers. You learn new

skills all the time and work in a way you

wouldn't have the opportunity to do in other

lessons.

TextilesExtended Diploma in Sport

Why should I study BTEC ExtendedDiploma in Sport?

Do you love sport? Do you work well in a

coursework learning environment? If you

answer yes to both of these questions and you

are consistently hard-working, enthusiastic and

reliable then BTEC Sport is the course for you.


You will cover 10 topics in Year 12. They

are: principles of anatomy and

physiology in sport, the physiology

of fitness, assessing risk in

sport and fitness testing for sport and exercise,

fitness training and programming, practical

team sports, leadership in sport, psychology for

sports performance, sports coaching and sports

development. Then in Year 13 you will cover a

further 10 topics these topics are: Practical

individual sports, sports nutrition, current issues

in sport, leadership in sport, exercise health and

lifestyle, instructing physical activity and

exercise, sports injuries, organising sports

events, PE and the care of children and young

people and research investigation in sport and

exercise science.


Merit or distinction at BTEC First Level

(Certificate or Diploma) or a GCSE PE

Grade C.

Student Comments:

Jake Mawunga, The King's School: I enjoy

BTEC Sport because there is a great balance

between practical and theory work. The

teachers always make sure that we

understand what's going on and they give us

a choice of what we want to do.



GCSE Science

This course is a one-year course specifically to

meet the needs of post 16 students who wish

to achieve a C grade or above in a science

qualification at

GCSE level.

The course is

offered at

foundation

(grade C – G)

or higher

(grade A – G)

level depending

on the ability of

individual

students. The

course will increase your knowledge and

understanding of human health and disease

and of some of the techniques currently used

by health care professionals. Studying Human

Health and Physiology will equip you with the

necessary qualifications, skills and knowledge

to progress to a variety of higher education

courses or to go straight into employment.

Students achieving a B grade may also be able

to go on to study Biology at A Level. In GCSE

Human Health and Physiology, you will have

the opportunity to improve your knowledge and

understanding of a wide range of topics such

as: cell biology, nutrition, digestion, blood,

circulation, lungs and gas exchange, nerves,

hormones, muscle and bone, human

reproduction, genes and inheritance, Infectious

disease and cancer. The course is assessed

through a written exam together with practical

tasks that are taken under controlled

conditions in the laboratory. This is a subject

that will challenge, stimulate, interest and leave

you wanting to find out more!

BTEC Certificate in Creative Media

Equivalent to one GCSE, the course is 100%

coursework assessed and covers two units.

The first focuses on developing research skills

and the second unit is an opportunity to create

an advertising campaign. Your lessons will be

a mixture of theory and practical skills. By

looking at texts like film trailers, TV

programmes and magazines, you will learn

how producers of media construct their

products and how they target an audience.

You will also learn how to use equipment and

software, such as Photoshop, iMovie and

InDesign, to create your own texts, using the

theories you have developed.

BTEC Extended Certificate in Business

Business is an interesting and challenging

course that aims to explore how different

businesses are organised in order to achieve

their goals. To be successful you must be

prepared to accomplish much in a short time and

you should be self-motivated and prepared to

work hard. It is essential to research into

business organisations in order to meet the

demands of the coursework criteria. The focus

of the course is vocational and should provide an

insight into the workings of business – essential

in today’s society as most people deal with

business in some capacity. This course provides

you with a great introduction to the world of

business and helps you to prepare for it.

BTEC First Certificate in Children's Care,Learning & Development (Childcare)

This qualification is equivalent to 2 GCSEs.

This is a specialist qualification for students

interested in working with children. This course


which is compulsory. This course is currently

made up of the core units below. As well as

these units you must pass your work

placements.

1 Understanding Children’s Development will

enable you to learn about how a child’s grows

and develops over time and how early years

settings monitor and support this.

2 Keeping Children Safe this will enable you

to will enable you to ensure a child is safe and

protected. You will learn how to spot signs of

abuse and how early years settings protect a

child’s welfare.

3 Communication with Children and Adults –

This unit will enable you to learn and practice

communicating with children and adults.

BTEC First Certificate in Informationand Creative Technology

The BTEC Level 2

Extended Certificate

in IT is a recognised

ICT qualification

which focuses on

the practical

application of

technology and is

designed to

stimulate your

creativity and

develop real-world, practical skills that will

underpin your learning across a wide range of

subjects. It is a modern qualification for this

dynamic subject and aims to give you the

knowledge, understanding and skills necessary

to prepare you for employment. Assessment is

made up of four internally marked, portfolio

based units. It is a demanding course which

requires students to be well organised and able

to manage their time effectively.Topics you will

cover include Communicating in the IT

Industry, Working in the IT Industry, Website

Development, Installing Computer Hardware.

Award for Proficiency in Numberand Measure

Not all students are ready for, or suited to,

retaking GCSE maths again immediately.

Those who join NEW College with a grade

lower than a D at GCSE will join a course

designed to help students develop a thorough

knowledge and understanding of concepts in

number and measure, including fractions,

decimals, percentages, ratio, money, time, area

& volume and tables & charts. It will help

students acquire confidence in their own

mathematical skills before potentially

progressing to GCSE Maths. Key features and

benefits of this qualification are that students

can be assessed at an appropriate level,

questions are designed to be accessible to

students of all abilities for that level and it

provides relevant mathematical proficiency for

other subjects, such as business and science.

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Travel and Tourism is for you if:Travel is a very interesting subject that is also

very fun. It is a great, friendly environment.

Travel and Tourism is not for youif: you like exams, find it hard to meet

deadlines and think it will be easy.

Why should I study BTEC ExtendedDiploma in Travel & Tourism?

This interesting and dynamic subject is

delivered with employment opportunities in

mind and it will help you to develop a broad

understanding of the travel and tourism

industry. This is a qualification that is perfect for

those looking to enter a career in the industry.


Topics of study are varied throughout the course

to give you a thorough understanding of the

whole of the travel and tourism industry, giving

you a sound knowledge to build on when moving

into the industry. You will look at how the

industry has changed since the 1960s and why it

has grown, understand how businesses within

the industry are set up and run, how tourism

organisations market their products and services

to customers, entertainment within the industry,

the role of holiday representatives and look at

the appeal of a wide variety of destinations. To

supplement the learning in the classroom, you

will have the opportunity to enjoy educational

visits, both in the UK and abroad. You will be

assessed in practical activities and written

coursework, with the qualification being made up

of 100% coursework. The course can lead to

higher level study at university or to the world of

work in travel and tourism related careers in;

airlines, hotels, theme parks, travel agencies and

tour operation. Travel and Tourism is a varied

and dynamic subject that covers many different

aspects. It includes topics based on Geography,

Business and Travel and Tourism and allows you

to develop skills such as presentation

communication and customer services skills

useful whatever career path you choose.


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Student Comments:

Charley Stirling, Wakefield Independent

School: Travel and Tourism is a very interesting

subject that is also very fun. It is a great, friendly

environment.

Why should I study BTEC SubsidiaryDiploma in Travel & Tourism?

This interesting and dynamic subject is delivered

with employment opportunities in mind and it will

help you to develop a broad understanding of

the travel and tourism industry.


In the first year you will study how the travel and

tourism industry has changed, the importance of

customer service and look at the UK as a

destination. In the second year the topics

include looking at how travel and tourism

businesses operate and investigation of a variety

of European and Worldwide destinations. To

supplement the learning in the classroom, you

will have the opportunity to enjoy educational

visits, both in the UK and abroad. You will be

assessed in practical activities and written

coursework, with the qualification being made up

of 100% coursework. The course can lead to

higher level study at university or to the world of

work in travel and tourism related careers in;

airlines, hotels, theme parks, travel agencies and

tour operation. Travel and Tourism is a varied

and dynamic subject that covers many different

aspects. It includes topics based on Geography,

Business and Travel and Tourism and allows you

to develop skills such as presentation

communication and customer services skills

useful whatever career path you choose.

Extended Diploma inTravel & Tourism

Subsidiary Diplomain Travel & Tourism

GCSE English

The aim of the GCSE English course is to

improve your understanding and use of

language. The work centres on developing

your knowledge of how to spell and punctuate

accurately and how to communicate ideas in an

effective manner in a range of different

situations in speech and writing. You will also

improve your ability to read and discuss

different kinds of

texts (eg

newspaper

stories,

magazine

articles and

fiction).

University and

training courses

and most jobs

require at least

a C grade in

GCSE English.We will build on your existing

skills in speaking, reading and writing to

prepare you for the Controlled Assessment

tasks (worth 60% of your final result) and two

written exam papers (worth 40% of your final

result). All students with any further learning

needs will be eligible for study support.


Travel and Tourism is for you if:you want to discover more about travel

and tourism and the industry, like finding

things out for yourself and if you enjoy lots

of coursework.

Travel and Tourism is not for youif: you like exams, find it hard to meet

deadlines and think it will be easy.

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Student Comments:

Lauren Appleyard, Carlton Community

High School: Travel & Tourism is a very fast

paced subject. It is very interesting and it

opens up many job opportunities. Everyone

who does Travel and Tourism gets on well

and is happy to help each other.

GCSE Mathematics

GCSE Mathematics is fundamental to young

people’s employment and education prospects.

It is a "gateway" qualification - many university

courses and jobs require Maths GCSE at C or

above. Students who join NEW College with a

D grade will start a maths course that gives the

opportunity to sit the full GCSE in November in

the first instance. Results come out in January

so those that have not managed to improve to

a C will have at least one further chance to

achieve that grade within the same academic

year. Students will already be familiar with the

course content: number, algebra, shape and

space and statistics and this knowledge will be

assessed with 2 written papers, each being

worth 50% of the final grade.

GCSE Photography (Digital)

Photography aims to develop your visual

thinking; the course also helps build a

foundation for further study of any of the visual

arts. You will be introduced to a variety of

experiences employing a range of media,

processes and

techniques.

The study of

digital media

will be a

central

feature of the

course.

(Equivalent to 3 A-Levels)(Equivalent to 1 A-Level)

The Diploma in Art and Design isfor you if: you are a highly creative

student who sees yourself working in the

art and design sector and wants a course

that will allow you to work independently

and focus on your art practice.

The Diploma in Art and Design isnot for you if: you struggle with art

subjects and find it difficult to work for long

periods of time on a single task.

Extended Diploma in Visual Arts

The Extended Diploma in Art & Design is a

new course aimed at students who are highly

creative and wish to persue a career within the

creative industries. In the first year the

emphasis will be on exploring a wide range of

techniques such as drawing, painting,

photography and textiles. Alongside this we

will look at the work of other artists and

develop our own ideas. In the second year you

will start to work within your chosen

specialism, work more independently and

develop a greater understanding of the art and

design sector. This will conclude in an end of

year show and the production of a portfolio of

work allowing you to apply for higher

education or direct employment.


Standard college entry requirements

Student Comments:

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Strengthen your university

UCAS applications

EnrichmentOpportunitesFor Everyone

At NEW College there is more to the sixth form college

experience than studying for exams. We believe that students

should have plenty of opportunities to access a wide range of

activities to enrich the academic curriculum and at the same

time develop new skills and interests.

In the competitive higher education and employment market,

successful students are often the ones

who have gained such a broad

experience and really demonstrated that

they have made the most of their sixth

form experience. Participation in

enrichment activities will strengthen your

personal statement.

Competitive Sport

College sport gives students the choice to compete against other sixth form colleges

on Wednesday afternoons.

All of our sports teams are successful in their respective league structures and could

also play anywhere in the county when competing in national competitions.

• Men’s rugby league

(2 teams)

• Women’s rugby

league

• Men’s football

(3 teams)

• Women’s football

• Netball

• Basketball

• Hockey

• Cricket

Recreational Sports Certified Awards General Enrichment

5-a-side football Duke of Edinburgh Award College productions

(Drama, Music, Dance)

Badminton club Level 3 Award in Choir

Higher Sports Leadership

Table tennis club Level 2 Award in New Drivers Course

Community Sports

Leadership

Volleyball World Expedition Work Experience

Futebol de Salou College Radio

Tchoukball College Magazine

Squash Academy Amnesty International

Weight training/fitness Student Assembly

Chapter Chats

Book Club

6 Book Challenge


New Building The UltimateProgrammeLearning Resource CentreThe heart of our learning campus

Three floors of study space with IT

facilities, textbooks, journals and

multimedia resources

Facilities to suit varied learning

styles, from independent study

booths to bookable group rooms

A multitude of services all under one

roof to support students, including

the Careers team, Study Support

and pastoral care services.

ReadySeptember

2013

All for you!

Good lesson choice and fun lessons.

Chris Campy, Castleford Academy

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I came from kettlethorpe high in

wakefield, the main reason i chose and

continue to attend pontefract is the

great teachers and interesting lessons.

I enjoy my IT & Geography lessons the

most because my teachers are fun and

their lessons are never boring!

Joshua Ainger, Kettlethorpe High School

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History is a subject that is always interesting, it is a lesson you look

forward to. It also teaches you many skills that you can apply to any

subject you want to study in university.

Emily Dyson, Brigshaw High School

I think NEW College is good because of the

friendly relationships between the students

and staff and I have also made a lot of

friends during my time here. I also think that

all my teachers a friendly and helpful.

Scott Scholey, Ackworth School

New College is really friendly andeverybody is welcomed by bothteachers and studentsRebecca ClaytonSherburn High School

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I really enjoy new collage becauseit’s a fun environment and givesstudents a lot of independence towork on their own subjects andstudies.Sasha Howells, Crofton Academy

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6th FormExperience

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I enjoy NEW college as it has lessons that are all

enjoyable and interesting, they help you to learn

something new in each lesson.

Declan Beavors, Freeston Academy

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I think college is decent because I enjoy the

teaching experience and the chilled life style

around the place.

Connor Taylor, St Wilfrid's Catholic High School

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I think that college is good because its more

relaxed than high school because you only

have to concentrate on 4 lessons. Especially

BTEC ICT because there's no exams and its

taught in a good way

Luke Kilburn, Freeston Academy

I enjoy going to new college as I have

many friends, I like the hot dogs they

sell, the staff are friendly and I enjoy

my I.T subject.

Marcas Klasons St Thomas á Becket

Catholic High School

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I attended New College last year to resit my gcse’s, previous to this I

attended a school near Doncaster called Campsmount Technology

College, I enjoy coming to New College because of the social side,

meeting new people, I also enjoy every one of my lessons mainly

because of the teachers. The facilities New College

has to offer is also a main reason why I attend

the college

Sam O’sullivan, NEW College 1 Year Student

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I like New College, because it has such a relaxed atmosphere. There’s

always a uplifting atmosphere, where you feel happy enough to learn

as well as be surrounded by your friends.

Ellie Hirst, Kettlethorpe High School

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After starting New College i have enjoyed all mylessons a very lot as the relationship betweenstudents and teachers is much better. Their ismore trust and you as a student are given a lotmore independence and responsibility. I havealso enjoyed making new friends in my chosenlessons. The atmosphere around New Collegeis very friendly and relaxed as well.David Bibb, Airedale Academy


Over 99% (Record Breaking) Pass RateA2 Results by Qualification 2012

The Olympics may have come and gone,

but students at NEW College won their

academic medals this week in another set

of sensational results. The College’s

students achieved an overall pass rate of

99%, with almost half of them achieving

high grade passes of A*, A and B. 99

students achieved at least 1 A* giving a

high grade rate of 48%. The A-C rate was

74% and 361 A or A* grades were

awarded.

20 A level subjects out of the 36 taken by

students achieved 100% pass rate.

Principal, Pauline Hagen, said “Once

again, we are proud to share in our

students’ wonderful achievements. Their

performance reflects the efforts of every

member of the team – the students, their

teachers and their parents and supporters.

These results equip our young people well

for their future lives.

The students’ achievements will mean that

overall college success rates (the measure

used to inspect and grade providers) will

reach its highest ever level, placing the

college well above sixth form college

averages.

The success rate used to judge college

performance is based on not just their

achievements, but also crucially, on how

many students actually “stay the course”

right till the end.

Principal, Pauline Hagen said “We are

particularly pleased this year to celebrate

strong success rates. At NEW College, we

NEW College students achieve

the ‘GOLD’ standard.

work hard to ensure every individual

student has the support, help, and

opportunities to enable them to stay on

course and in college, and our success this

summer reflects our student-centred

approach to supporting our learners

throughout their time with us.

BTEC Results by Qualification 2012Module D*D* D*D DD DM MM MP PP U X / null Total Passes Pass % HG HG%

BTEC National Certificate 0 0 2 3 0 0 1 0 0 6 6 100.0 5 83.3

in Travel and Tourism

BTEC Diploma in Music 0 1 3 4 3 0 0 0 0 11 11 100.0 8 72.7

BTEC National Certificate 0 0 12 6 6 2 3 0 0 29 29 100.0 18 62.1

Totals: 0 1 17 13 9 2 4 0 0 46 46 100.0 31 67.4

Module D* D M P FL X / null Total Passes Pass% HG HG%

BTEC National Award in Travel and Tourism 0 4 4 1 0 0 9 9 100.0 4 44.4

BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Applied Science 19 0 7 6 0 0 32 32 100.0 19 59.4

Totals: 19 4 11 7 0 0 41 41 100.0 23 56.1

Module A* A B C D E U Total Passes Pass % A*-B A*-B% A*-C A*-C%

GCE A2 Level Accounting 0 9 7 8 3 0 0 27 27 100.0 16 59.3 24 88.9

GCE A2 Level Art 13 3 6 7 1 0 0 30 30 100.0 22 73.3 29 96.7

GCE A2 Level Biology 1 19 21 11 19 12 2 85 83 97.6 41 48.2 52 61.2

GCE A2 Level Business Studies 5 7 18 19 25 3 1 78 77 98.7 30 38.5 49 62.8

GCE A2 Level Chemistry 1 14 20 13 9 3 1 61 60 98.4 35 57.4 48 78.7

GCE A2 Level Drama 1 7 18 11 2 1 0 40 40 100.0 26 65.0 37 92.5

GCE A2 Level Design 0 2 5 5 11 1 3 27 24 88.9 7 25.9 12 44.4

GCE A2 Level Economics 1 2 1 5 4 5 1 19 18 94.7 4 21.1 9 47.4

GCE A2 Level Further 3 5 7 3 0 0 0 18 18 100.0 15 83.3 18 100.0

Mathematics Y13

GCE A2 Level French 0 3 3 2 2 0 0 10 10 100.0 6 60.0 8 80.0

GCE A2 Level Geography 1 6 12 12 9 2 0 42 42 100.0 19 45.2 31 73.8

GCE A2 Level Geology 1 3 3 0 6 0 0 13 13 100.0 7 53.8 7 53.8

GCE A2 Level Government 1 2 7 4 2 5 0 21 21 100.0 10 47.6 14 66.7

and Politics

GCE A2 Level History 2 8 16 22 10 3 0 61 61 100.0 26 42.6 48 78.7

GCE A2 Level Health and 1 14 16 15 3 1 0 50 50 100.0 31 62.0 46 92.0

Social Care

GCE A2 Level ICT 0 0 5 13 14 9 4 45 41 91.1 5 11.1 18 40.0

GCE A2 Level English Language 6 7 44 49 19 3 0 128 128 100.0 57 44.5 106 82.8

GCE A2 Level Law 15 17 39 20 14 5 0 110 110 100.0 71 64.5 91 82.7

GCE A2 Level English Literature 14 18 40 31 8 3 0 114 114 100.0 72 63.2 103 90.4

GCE A2 Level Media Studies 0 3 30 36 28 9 0 106 106 100.0 33 31.1 69 65.1

GCE A2 Level Mathematics 8 8 2 0 0 0 0 18 18 100.0 18 100.0 18 100.0

for Further Maths

GCE A2 Level Maths 2 23 21 20 25 14 8 113 105 92.9 46 40.7 66 58.4

GCE A2 Level Music 0 0 2 1 2 0 0 5 5 100.0 2 40.0 3 60.0

GCE A2 Level Photography 4 14 41 39 10 6 1 115 114 99.1 59 51.3 98 85.2

GCE A2 Level Physics 2 7 13 13 4 4 1 44 43 97.7 22 50.0 35 79.5

GCE A2 Level Psychology 5 15 37 43 32 9 1 142 141 99.3 57 40.1 100 70.4

GCE A2 Level Religious Studies 2 8 7 2 1 1 1 22 21 95.5 17 77.3 19 86.4

GCE A2 Level Sociology 3 17 15 11 16 2 1 65 64 98.5 35 53.8 46 70.8

GCE A2 Level Spanish 0 0 4 4 1 0 0 9 9 100.0 4 44.4 8 88.9

GCE A2 Level Sport and 1 8 5 10 13 21 2 60 58 96.7 14 23.3 24 40.0

Physical Education

GCE A2 Level Textiles 3 3 19 9 3 4 0 41 41 100.0 25 61.0 34 82.9

Module A*A* A*A AA AB BB BC CC CD DD DE EE U Total Passes Pass % A*A* A*A* A*A* A*A*

- BB - BB% - CC - CC%

GCE A2 Level Business 0 0 1 4 1 2 2 3 4 2 0 0 19 19 100.0 6 31.6 10 52.6

GCE A2 Level Health 0 0 5 8 9 10 4 3 3 0 0 0 42 42 100.0 22 52.4 36 85.7

and Social Care

(Double Award)

Overall (Single & Double A-Level) Total Passes Pass% HG HG% A-C A-C%

1780 1753 98.5 860 48.3 1316 73.9

Success acrossthe board

www.ncpontefract.ac.uk // Tel: 01977 702139 // 43Congratulations to all NEW College students on their outstanding achievements.

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Of the 675 A Level candidates this

year, around 50 achieved what can

only be described as exceptional

results. These include:

• Joseph McHale who achieved 5

passes of 2 A grades, 2 A* grades and

1 B grade.

• Emily Capless who achieved 5 passes

of 4 A grades and 1 A* grade.

• Harriet Foreman who achieved 4

passes of 1 A grade and 3 A* grades.

• Chloe Harrison who achieved 4

passes of 2 A grades and 2 A* grades.

• Ashleigh Howard who achieved 4

passes of 1 A grade and 3 A* grades.


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