Courses in Year 10 and 11 201 4 - Rashid School For Boys · 2. GCSE courses are studied in Years 10...
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CONTENTS
Rashid School Certificate & Ministry Requirments 2-3
What do you need the RSB Certificate & GCSEs for? 4
What are the choices? 5
What are GCSE courses and examinations? 6
How will you be assessed? 7-8
Core Courses:
Form Period 9
Islamic Studies (UAE Ministry Curriculum) 10
First Language Arabic (UAE Ministry Curriculum) 11
Combined Science - Single Award (IGCSE) 12
English Language (IGCSE) 13
Information and Communication Technology (Core) 14
Mathematics (IGCSE) 15
Optional Courses:
Art and Design (IGCSE) 16
Computer Science (GCSE) 17
Co-ordinated Science - Double Award (IGCSE) 18
Design & Technology (GCSE) 19
English Literature (IGCSE) 20
French (GCSE) 21
Geography (GCSE) 22
History (GCSE) Full Course 23
History (GCSE) Short Course 24
Media Technology & Arabic Music 25
Music (GCSE) 26
Physical Education (GCSE) 27
Using ICT (CiDA) 28
GCSE Student Choice Form 29-30
Cover art work – Still Life by Mohammed Al Aleely (Year 10)
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This booklet outlines
the RSB Certificate
courses available to you in
Years 10 and 11
During the next few weeks in Year 9
you should read this information
and discuss your plans with
your parents, form tutor and
subject teachers.
You will be invited to attend a meeting
with your parents on Tuesday 4th March
to discuss your choices.
A final decision will then be required by
Thursday 27th March.
Think and choose carefully. Your selection of courses
can affect your future choice of university or careers.
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The Rashid School Certificate (RSB Certificate)
The Rashid School Certificate covers everything you do in Years 10 and 11. You
must pass it to gain a place in Year 12. It forms part of the school's graduation
requirements.
The RSB Certificate can be awarded at three levels (pass, merit or distinction) as
shown on your summary of achievement.
Transcript Grades & Ministry Requirements
Twice a year a grade is given for overall achievement in each subject. From Year
9 onwards these grades remain on your record permanently. They form your
transcript which is sent to colleges during Year 12 as part of the application
process.
The transcript is also sent to the Ministry of Education for attestation if you fulfill all
the necessary requirements.
What are the Ministry Requirements?
Arab nationals must pass Arabic and all Muslims must pass Islamic Studies.
These courses cover the UAE Ministry Curriculum.
By the end of Year 11, you must achieve grade Es or better in at least 5 GCSE
subjects, approved by the Ministry.
By the end of Year 12, you must also achieve, at least, the following scores in
IELTS and SAT Maths:
IELTS - 5.5
SAT Maths - 400
If you successfully meet all the requirements by the end of Year 12 you will be
awarded RSB's High School Diploma which is deemed to be equivalent to Al
Thanawiya Al A’ama.
If you cannot achieve all High School Diploma requirements your choice of higher
education destinations will be limited.
For further information or clarification on Ministry requirements please contact the
Deputy Headmaster, Mr. Mark Shahparaki.
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What do you need the RSB certificate for?
You are expected to pass the RSB Certificate to gain a place in Year 12.
You will then face your next big decision in Year 11; you will have to decide
whether you stay at school for one further year or two.
The level of your success in the RSB Certificate will affect your future
options.
How can GCSEs help you?
Students who stay for one year after the RSB Certificate are generally
preparing themselves for one of the following higher education
establishments:
• Higher Colleges of Technology;
• American Universities in Dubai (AUD) or Sharjah (AUS);
• American Universities overseas.
Most of these establishments are looking at the range of subjects you have
studied. The Higher Colleges will accept students with GCSEs below grade
C.
American Universities generally expect a minimum of five GCSEs at grade
C. AUD is one of these universities, although they will give preference to
students with better GCSEs.
Other universities, like AUS however, have stricter requirements. AUS now
expect grade Bs in most subjects. Preference is given to students who take
the Advanced Diploma.
Students who stay on for two years after GCSEs will study advanced level
courses which are necessary for gaining entry into UK universities.
Note: Advanced level courses are also helpful when applying to the more
competitive US universities. Students can earn "credits" or exemption from
certain university courses by being successful in these courses.
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Compulsory & Optional Course in Years 10 & 11
There are two types of course. The first type are core courses. These are
compulsory for students. The second type are optional courses. You need to
choose three of these courses.
Core Courses:
Arabic (UAE Ministry Curriculum - for all Arab Nationals)
Islamic Studies (UAE Ministry Curriculum for all Muslim students)
English
Mathematics
Combined Science (Single Award)
Information and Communication Technology
Physical Education
Optional Courses:
Block A Block B Block C
Art & Design
Design & Technology
French *
Media Technology
Music
Geography *
History *
Local History & Military Studies
Using ICT
Computer Science
Co-ordinated Science* (Double Award)
English Literature *
Physical Education
General Advice:
• Choose one subject from each category.
• Choose the subjects that you enjoy.
• Some options may not be advisable for you if your English is weak.
* If your NC-level in English is below level 5 you are advised not to choose these options.
Notes:
The Co-ordinated Science – Double Award IGCSE is essential for anyone who is considering studying sciences at a higher level.
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What are GCSE courses and examinations?
Most subjects you study can lead to a GCSE qualification at the end of
Year 11.
1. GCSE is an abbreviation for General Certificate of Secondary
Education. All GCSE courses and examinations are prepared in
England according to strict academic criteria.
2. GCSE courses are studied in Years 10 and 11 but the work done in
Years 7, 8 and 9 is direct preparation for GCSE.
3. The performance of students on GCSE courses is assessed partly by
teachers during Years 10 and 11 and partly by examinations at the end
of Year 11 when students are 16+ years old.
4. The results of GCSE examinations will be given on a 9 point scale:
Highest Lowest
grade A* A B C D E F G ungraded grade
5. The quality of GCSE grades is recognised in many countries of the
world as part of the entry qualifications for college and university
courses.
6. The UAE Ministry requires students to have successfully studied a
minimum of five subjects from an approved list to graduate from
school. However, the UAE Ministry does not recognise grades F & G
as pass grades for Al Thanawia Al Aamma equivalence. The higher
your achievement in GCSE courses, the higher your G.P.A will be.
7. GCSE courses are a good preparation for a variety of UK and US
courses in Years 12 and 13.
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How will you be assessed?
In GCSE assessment is done in two ways: by school based coursework
and by examinations.
Non GCSE assessment may be entirely school based. You will be
assessed on each semester's work separately. This grade will be recorded
on your transcript.
School-based assessment
Some items in GCSE and non-GCSE courses are assessed by your
teachers during Years 10 and 11.
Examples of work assessed in school by teachers are:
• practical skills in using laboratory apparatus (in science),
• use of fieldwork techniques (in geography),
• researching relevant information from a wide range of sources
and being able to organise its presentation as a report (in
history),
• use of skills such as developing designs for an object and
manufacturing it as a finished project product (in design and
technology).
School-based assessment is carried out by the teachers who have been
specially trained. When GCSE coursework in school has been assessed, it
is checked for quality against work done by students in other schools in
England. Samples are sent to the GCSE examination boards. This
comparison ensures that standards are guaranteed and that each student's
abilities have been fairly assessed.
School-based assessment differs widely depending upon the subject but
can contribute up to 60% of the total mark. It will occupy a significant
amount of your time and you will have to meet strict deadlines if you are to
maximise your grade. It means that you must work hard all the time.
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GCSE Examinations
Examinations at the end of a GCSE course are designed to give every
student opportunities to show what he knows, understands and can do.
Foundation and Higher Level Examinations
In some subjects, there are different examination papers and students take
the papers best suited to their abilities. Obtaining the highest grades, in
some subjects, can only be achieved by taking the higher level papers.
This is different for each department. For further information please check
with your son's subject teacher at the parents' meeting.
In non-GCSE courses you will have an examination or assessment each
semester. Your grade is recorded on your transcript.
The higher the level of the course, the higher the grade on your transcript
will be.
Homework
Completion of regular homework will be important to your successful
progress in all your courses.
Your homework record can affect the colour of your progress sheets.
Teachers generally set two 45-minute or three 30-minute homeworks per
week in each GCSE subject.
Your homework diary will continue to be a useful document and will provide
an important link between home and school. Tutors may write a note in the
homework diary if there are any concerns.
Parents are requested to check their son's homework diary on a regular
basis.
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Form Period
What will the course be like?
Form period offers the opportunity for you to widen your experiences
beyond your usual academic studies. It will help you to prepare for when
you leave Rashid School. It focuses on your personal and social
development. There are five main strands to the programme:
• personal development and social awareness;
• health education;
• study skills;
• careers education;
• environmental awareness.
• team building and leadership skills.
Linked to the pastoral programme, students in years 10 and 11 are invited,
and encouraged, to take part in the International Bronze and Silver
Awards. The school camps in years 10 and 11 are linked with these
awards, where there is an opportunity to go on expeditions.
How will you be assessed?
You will be assessed on the following:
• personal organisation;
• personal and social skills;
• participation, teamwork and leadership skills;
• punctuality and attendance.
At the end of year 11 your tutor will complete a report on your progress in these aspects.
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Islamic Studies
What will the course be like?
Islamic studies is compulsory for all Muslim students.
These lessons include elements of the UAE ministry of education course
and aims to:
• develop the student's appreciation and pride in his religion at every
time and place;
• make the student feel responsible towards his religion, family and
country and emphasise the nature and size of this responsibility;
• explain the role of Islam in human civilisation in the past, present
and future;
• encourage the students to put what they are studying into practice
and guide them to the right Islamic behaviour;
• give the student the necessary information and practical exercises
so that he may understand completely his religion and follow the
correct Islamic way of life.
How will you be assessed?
The assessment of this course involves:
• behaviour around school;
• behaviour and participation in lessons;
• coursework;
• oral and written tests.
There will be three written assessments in each semester.
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First Language Arabic
(UAE Ministry Curriculum with GCSE and AS-level)
What will the course be like?
The first language course is intended for all Arab Nationals. The course
covers the UAE Ministry curriculum while at the same time preparing
students for some British qualifications in Arabic. The specific aims of this
course are to:
• enable you to communicate accurately, appropriately and
effectively;
• enable you to read arabic;
• enable you to understand and respond appropriately to what you
hear, read and experience;
• encourage you to enjoy and appreciate the variety of language;
• complement your other areas of study by developing skills of a more
general application (e.g. analysis, synthesis, drawing of inferences);
• promote your personal development and understanding of yourself
and others;
• strengthen your relationship with the Arab environment and keep
you connected to your language and literary heritage.
How will you be assessed?
There will be three written assessments per semester to cover the ministry curriculum.
In Year 10 all students will also be entered for GCSE Arabic.
In Year 11 some students will also be entered for AS-level Arabic.
For students struggling with the Ministry Curriculum, an alternative assessment may be used.
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Combined Science (IGCSE): Single Award
What will the course be like?
You will study topics from Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Cells
Nutrition
Transport
Respiration
Coordination/response
Reproduction/inheritance
Purification
Atoms and elements
The periodic table
Electrochemistry
Rates of reaction
Organic chemistry
Motion
Matter and forces
Energy and work
Waves
Magnetism
Radioactivity
Note: A list of useful text books required for this course will be issued by the
Science Department.
How will you be assessed?
Multiple choice paper 30%
Structured question paper 50%
Practical written paper 20%
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English Language (IGCSE)
What will the course be like?
This is a Second Language examination course for all students.
The main aim is to improve your ability to communicate in English, expanding the
language skills that you have been developing up to year 9. In addition, you’ll be
encouraged to improve your ability to understand a range of different styles of
writing and speaking.
You will study a lot of different non-fiction texts, such as
newspapers, magazines, leaflets and pamphlets.
Fiction by international authors, playwrights and poets will be
studied.
Your spoken English and listening comprehension skills will be
developed.
We introduce film, TV, news features and reporting, and many
other interesting audiovisual media for this part of the course.
Essential books required for this course are:
Reading and Writing Book 1 978-0-521-14059-1
Summary and Note-taking 978-0-521-14092-8
Listening and Speaking 978-0-521-14051-5
How will you be assessed?
Reading / Writing (written exam) 70%
Listening Comprehension (written paper) 15%
Speaking (oral interview) - see note below 15%
The oral interview usually takes place at the beginning of April, which consists of a one-to-one 15 minute recorded conversation.
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Information and Communication
Technology
What will the course be like?
This is a compulsory subject which will be taught for one lesson per week
in year 10 only. It will further enhance the IT skills gained in Year 7, 8, and
9 and help prepare students for the world of work/further study.
The main modules that you will focus on are:
• desktop publishing;
• CAD/CAM
• image processing;
• control technology;
• film making and dvd production;
• animation.
How will you be assessed?
By the end of each module a project will be completed which will be assessed and
added to your coursework portfolio.
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Mathematics (IGCSE)
What will the course be like?
The course covers a wide range of basic mathematical knowledge and skills grouped into the following areas: • number and algebra;
• shape, space and measure;
• data handling.
While studying mathematics you will be expected to:
• use mathematical skills and knowledge to solve problems;
• use logic and reason to solve problems;
• break down problems into small steps in order to solve them;
• apply mathematics to situations in everyday life;
• use a calculator quickly and effectively;
• appreciate mathematical patterns and relationships.
Note: A list of useful text books required for this course will be issued by the
Mathematics Department.
How will you be assessed?
Two written examinations: you will be allowed to use a calculator 100%
for both examinations.
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Art and Design (IGCSE)
What will the course be like?
This course will encourage you to have an adventurous and enquiring
approach to art and design and it will help you develop the skills to express
your ideas.
You will investigate the work of other artists and use your knowledge to
help develop your own projects.
You will do an externally set examination in Year 11. This is set in the first
week of February.
Areas that you may work in include:
Drawing and painting
Ceramics
Sculpture
Printmaking
Graphics
Textiles
Photography
Computer art
How will you be assessed?
Externally Set Examination 100%
In February of your year 11 course you will be set an external examination. You
will then be given eight weeks to prepare for your ten hour examination.
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Computer Science (GCSE)
Level 2
What will the course be like?
Unit 1 - Theory of Computer Science
• Data representation o Binary and hexadecimal counting systems o How data, text and images are stored
• Communication and Internet technologies o Serial and parallel data transmission o Internet protocols and security
• Hardware o Logic gates and how processors work o Input / output, memory and storage o Operating systems o High level language Vs. Machine code
Unit 2 - Practical Problem Solving:
• Algorithm design and Problem Solving
• Programming o Basic concepts – sequence, repeat, select o Data structures
• Data bases
How will you be assessed?
Written exam 50%
Controlled assessment
Practical programming tasks 50%
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Co-ordinated Science (IGCSE): Double Award
What will the course be like?
You will study topics from Biology, Chemistry and Physics and you will
be awarded two GCSEs at the end of Year 11.
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Cells
Nutrition
Transport
Respiration
Coordination/response
Reproduction/inheritance
Purification
Atoms and elements
The periodic table
Electrochemistry
Rates of reaction
Organic chemistry
Motion
Matter and forces
Energy and work
Waves
Magnetism
Radioactivity
You will need to follow this course if you intend to study any of the
sciences to a higher level e.g. AS/A-level.
Note: A list of useful text books required for this course will be issued by
the Science Department.
How will you be assessed?
Multiple choice paper 30%
Structured question paper 50%
Practical written paper 20%
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Design Technology (GCSE)
What will the course be like?
Within this course you will develop the capability and the confidence to
solve problems, make and evaluate products and systems. You will be
introduced to a range of information technology facilities including
AutoCad (a computerised draughting tool).
The course will incorporate the following aspects:
• developing and analysing a design brief;
• research and investigation;
• proposal of ideas;
• development of one of those ideas;
• realisation of the idea (i.e. the manufacture or making);
• evaluation.
An important feature and advantage of this modular course is that it
allows you to choose and work in areas of design and technology that
are of interest to you.
How will you be assessed?
School-based assessment 60%
Your projects will be externally moderated.
Examination 40%
Set and marked by the examination board.
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English Literature (IGCSE)
What will the course be like?
Success in this course will show that you have the ability to read and evaluate complex English texts. It will also expand your understanding of both literal and implicit meaning of these texts. This course will help you to understand the contexts, themes and attitudes expressed in literature and give you opportunities to respond to these ideas and issues.
Developing these thinking skills are the key to success in many different professions. Lawyers, engineers, bankers, directors of government departments and all business owners have to understand complicated situations; they also need to be able to recognise bias and express their own opinions and judgements.
You will develop all these skills through the study of a range of fiction:
• Drama
• Poetry
• Prose
Essential books required for this course are:
I’m the King of the Castle Susan Hill 978-0-582-43446-2
I’m the King of the Castle York Notes 978-0-582-31381-8
An Inspector Calls J.B.Priestly 978-0-435-23282-5
An Inspector Calls York Notes for IGCSE 978-1-408-24873-7
How will you be assessed?
This course includes two assessed pieces of coursework that you will undertake
over the two years and a final exam at the end of year 11.
Unit 1: Open Book Exam (Poetry, Drama, Prose) 75%
Unit 2: Coursework Portfolio (2 assignments) 25%
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French (GCSE)
What will the course be like?
The aim of the course is to develop your ability to:
• speak French effectively and practically;
• understand the language when it is spoken to you;
• understand spoken French in a variety of situations;
• read and understand written French in different situations;
• write in French.
You will develop these four skills:
• listening;
• speaking;
• reading;
• writing.
Essential books required for this course are:
Expo (AQA GCSE) Heinemann ISBN 978-0-43572060-5
Metro (for AQA) Heinemann ISBN 978-0-43537289-0
How will you be assessed?
Examinations
Listening 20%
Speaking (Recorded prepared tasks) 30%
Reading 20%
Controlled Assessment Coursework
Writing 30%
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Geography (GCSE)
What will the course be like?
The GCSE geography course will give you a better understanding of the
world you live in. Field studies are an important part of the course.
There are three main areas of study:
Theme 1: Challenges of Living in a Built Environment
See and understand the difference between the shanty
towns of Rio de Janerio, the rebirth of London's Docklands,
the miracle growth of Dubai. Learn about the problems
facing world cities now and in the future.
Theme 2: Physical Processes and Relationships between People
and Environment
Learn how people interact with coastal and riverine
environments. Discover how weather and climate are
different around the world and how they affect people's
lives. Research how ecosystems like the Amazon
Rainforest are in danger.
Theme 3: Urban Development and Sustainable Environments
Find out why some places and industries are dying
whilst others are booming. Is Dubai really the new
How will you be assessed?
School-based controlled assessment: 25%
An enquiry based on fieldwork
Examinations: 75%
Two written examinations
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History (GCSE) Full Course
What will the course be like?
The GCSE history course continues the type of work done in history
lessons in Year 9 such as: team tasks i.e. sorting out, investigating and
reconstructing historical evidence; problem-solving; study of important
people and the causes of events.
There are three main parts:
• International relations: conflict and peace in the twentieth century:
World War 1, Peacemaking and diplomacy in the 1920s and 1930s.
World War 2 and the Cold War.
• Twentieth century depth studies – exam
Weimer Germany 1919-1929
Stalin’s dictatorship in the USSR
Hilter’s Germany
• Historical enquiry
People at war in World War 2
Essential books required for this course are:
Modern World History Heineman ISBN 978-0435-510-41-1
Twentieth Century Depth Studies Nelson Thornes ISBN 978-1-4085-0321-8
How will you be assessed?
School-based assessment:
• Unit 3 - Historical Enquiry 40%
Examinations:
• Unit 1 - International Relations in 20th century 60%
• Unit 2 - Weimer Germany, Stalin’s dictatorship & Hitler’s Germany
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History (GCSE) Short Course
What will the course be like?
The GCSE history course continues the type of work done in history
lessons in Year 9 such as: team tasks i.e. sorting out, investigating and
reconstructing historical evidence; problem-solving; study of important
people and the causes of events.
There are three main parts:
• International relations: conflict and peace in the twentieth century:
World War 1, Peacemaking and diplomacy in the 1920s and 1930s.
World War 2 and the Cold War.
• Local History & Military Studies:
Dubai, UAE and the Arab World
• Historical enquiry
People at war in World War 2
Maximum Grade C at GCSE level.
Students who have difficulty with GCSE may take Level 1 assessment.
Essential books required for this course are:
Modern World History Heineman ISBN 978-0435-510-41-1
How will you be assessed?
School-based assessment:
Unit 3 - Historical Enquiry 40%
Examinations:
Unit 4 - International Relations in 20th century 60%
Level 1 assessment – Local History and Military Studies
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Media Technology / Arabic Music
Level 1
What will the course be like?
Module 1: Recording Studio Techniques - Capturing Sound:
Microphones;
Mixers;
Hard Disk Recording.
Module 2: Recording Studio Techniques - Shaping& Editing Sound:
EQ;
Dynamic Processing.
Module 3: Creating Your Own Music:
Drum performance;
Rhythm programming;
Constructing musical phrases;
Music for film.
Module 4: Mixing and Mastering Your Music:
Balancing instruments;
Final Mixing Skills.
In each module, there will be opportunities to play the following
Arabic instruments :
OUD QANUN TABLA VIOLIN
How will you be assessed?
Sound Technology :-
Recording 40%
Mixing 40%
Technical Diary 20%
Arabic Music :-
Your performance on an Arabic Instrument 40% Your creative ideas and how you develop them 40%
Your final mixed CD 20%
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Music (GCSE)
What will the course be like?
You will learn about Music from all time periods and a wide variety of places throughout
the world. The syllabus is split into three areas:
Performing
If you already play an instrument, you may choose to play exam pieces on this.
Otherwise, you will learn OUD. Your progress will be recorded on to a CD and the best
two pieces you play will be submitted for coursework.
Composing
During the course you will learn to compose your own Music. All the Music you compose
on the computer will also be saved and the best two pieces will again be sent to the exam
board as part of your
coursework.
Listening
During GCSE lessons you will develop listening skills and be able to recognise and
describe elements such as rhythm, melody and so on. At the end of Year 11 you will sit a
1hr 30min listening exam to test this.
Essential books required for this course are:
Music Technology from Scratch ISBN 101906178860
Mortimer Rhind-Tutt ISBN 13978-1-90617886-4A
Students Guide to GCSE Music for Edexcel
Rhinegold Publishing ISBN 978-1-90422693-2
How will you be assessed?
School-based Assessment (coursework):
Performing 30%
Composing 30%
Listening Examination 40%
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Physical Education (GCSE)
What will the course be like?
You will be expected to attend school team practice sessions in football
and basketball, plus represent your coloured team in competitions.
For the practical part of the course you select four different sports. You
need to be good at these four sports. For each of these you will:
• develop basic skills and apply them to the game;
• learn rules and tactics;
• understand what makes for a good performance;
• understand how to coach a team;
• complete a personal exercise programme (PEP) project.
The written work includes the following sport science topics:
• how the body works and how it is affected by exercise;
• the importance of diet and personal hygiene;
• fitness and how to train;
• sports injuries.
An essential book required for this course is:
Folens ISBN 978-1-84690-372-4
How will you be assessed?
Practical skills
Final practical examination by moderator 50%
Analysis of performance project 10%
Examination 40%
1.5 hour exam.
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Using ICT (CiDA)
GCSE Equivalent
What will the course be like?
The course will enable you to use digital tools in a creative way to inform, persuade and entertain a given audience.
You will design, create and evaluate digital products. Your ability to write about your design choices and evaluate how these meet the needs of a given audience is important for your success.
You must complete unit 1 and either unit 2 or unit 3:
• Unit 1- Developing Web Products (not optional)
• Unit 2 - Creative Multimedia
• Unit 3 - Game Making
How will you be assessed?
• Unit 1 (Practical exam or project) 25%
• Unit 2 or 3 (Project) 75%
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Name: ____________________
Form: ____________________
GCSE Student Choice Form
Optional Courses:
Creative Subjects Humanities Subjects Other Subjects
Art & Design
Design & Technology
French *
Media Technology
Music
Geography *
History *
Local History & Military Studies
Using ICT
Computer Science *
Co-ordinated Science* (Double Award)
English Literature *
Physical Education
General Advice:
1) Choose one subject from each category.
2) Choose the subjects that you enjoy.
3) If your NC-level in English is below level 5 some options may not be advisable for you.
4) The Co-ordinated Science – Double Award IGCSE option is essential for anyone who is considering studying sciences at a higher level.
5) For students who find GCSE assessment too difficult some non-GCSE options may be suggested.
Options:
Write down your three choices in the spaces below.
My first subject choice is _____________________________________
My second subject choice is ____________________________________
My third subject choice is _____________________________________
Discuss your choices with your tutor and complete the questions overleaf before handing in this form.
If you are not choosing one subject from each category, make sure you speak to Mr. Shahparaki, to see if this is possible before handing in your form.
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Year 9 Attainment levels in English, Maths and Science:
You may need to ask your teachers, if you are unsure of your level of attainment.
My NC-level in English is ___________________________________________
My NC-level in Maths is ____________________________________________
My NC-level in Science is ____________________________________________
I understand what I need to achieve in my GCSEs to be able to graduate.
I also understand what I need to achieve in my GCSEs to be able to get into various universities and colleges.
Student’s signature: _________________________________________
Further Advice:
Your choice of subjects will be discussed carefully with you during the next few weeks.
1) What jobs or careers are you interested in finding more information about?
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
2) Where would you like to study when you leave RSB?
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
3) What do your parents want you to do when you leave school?
_______________________________________________________________
Tutor's signature: _____________________________________
Parent's or Guardian's signature: _____________________________________