GCSE OPTIONS BOOKLET - TIGHS
ForewordWhy are GCSE exams important? What’s the point of completing them?Well, one reason is that, for the first time in over 10 years of education, you will sit examsthat mean something for you. When you entered primary school, you did not sit exams to getin. When you came to Tauheedul, you did not need exams to be allowed to study here. (Yes,you did exams at the end of primary school – but really that was to judge the quality of yourschool. After all, you didn’t get a SATs certificate, did you?)However, the exams that you sit over the next few years do matter – for you. They will decidewhether you get to go to study the A Level or BTEC course that you want and, ultimately,whether you enjoy the career of your choice.So, these GCSE and vocational courses and exams are crucial. Not just to determine what youdo next, but to decide what you will be doing in another 10 years’ time. Doors of opportunity willopen or they will close.It is also important to remember that these will be tougher GCSEs than students satpreviously – with a grading system from 9-1 instead of A*-G. There will be more contentto learn, harder exams to complete, no coursework to help and more marks needed topass.So that you do well in these new courses, your teachers will work very hard over the next fewyears to deliver the learning, stimulate your interest in the subjects and give you feedback onyour progress. And, your parents will free you up from the chores at home, encourage andpraise you when you do well and pray for your success.However, there are two things that your parents and your teachers cannot do for you. Theycannot work hard in lessons for you and they cannot sit the exams for you. Over the next twoand a half years, we want you to take personal responsibility for your studies and for yourgrades, work hard in each and every lesson and put the time in to do homework and revise athome.To achieve great things, we must be prepared to give up things. We may need to give up socialnetworking for a while, stop going out so frequently and watch a little less T.V. However, alittle bit of sacrifice and time now will mean a lot of happiness at the end of the next two and ahalf years.Some courses described in this booklet are ones which you will have chosen to study. Otherswill be subjects that we have told you are compulsory. Regardless of the GCSE or vocationalcourses you study over the next few years, a lot of hard work and enthusiasm is needed tosucceed.I pray that the Almighty inspires you to work hard, make the necessary sacrifices and strive todo well in each of your courses. Aameen.Mrs Salma PatelAssistant PrincipalTauheedul Islam Girls’ High School & Sixth Form College1
ContentsIntroductionpg. 3English Baccalaureatepg. 4GCSEs and the Grading Systempg. 5Subject Information‘Core’ Curriculum (Subject Information)pg. 6English LanguageEnglish LiteratureMathematicsScience (Combined Science or Biology, Chemistry and Physics or BTECHealth and Social Care)Religious StudiesUrduCitizenshipSubjects which are part of Other Options (Subject Information)pg. 15GCSE ArabicBTEC Art & Design (Y9)GCSE Computer ScienceLevel 2 Further Maths (Y11)GCSE FrenchGCSE GeographyGCSE HistoryBTEC Digital Information Technologies (Y9 & Y10)Cambridge Nationals Creative iMedia (Y11)Cambridge Nationals Sport Studies (Y11)AS Religious Studies (Y11)NCFE Graphic Design (Y11)GCSE Urdu‘Core’ Curriculum Non-GCSE Subjectspg. 272
IntroductionOver the next three years, there will be a number of courses and subjects that you willcomplete.This guidance provides details of each of the courses that you could take. In particular, itgives information on: What you will learn on each subject.Why the subject is important for everyday life.How you will be assessed in the subject.What you will need to do to succeed in the subject.What you can study after completing a GCSE in the subject.What career options there are from this subject.Each student will complete some of the following subjects during the course of the next threeyears:SubjectLevelStartFinishArabicArt & DesignDigital InformationTechnologiesCitizenshipComputer ScienceCreative iMediaEnglish LanguageEnglish LiteratureFrenchGeographyGraphic DesignHistoryMathematicsFurther MathematicsSports StudiesReligious StudiesReligious StudiesScience:Combined ScienceSingle Sciences:Biology, Chemistry &PhysicsUrduGCSEBTECY9Y9Y10Y10Core or Part of OtherOptions?Part of Other OptionsPart of Other OptionsBTECY9Y10Part of Other OptionsGCSEGCSECambridge NationalGCSEGCSEGCSEGCSENCFEGCSEGCSELevel 2Cambridge NationalGCSEAS Y11Y10Y11Y11Y11Y11Y11Y11Y10Y11GCSEY9Y11CorePart of Other OptionsPart of Other OptionsCoreCorePart of Other OptionsPart of Other OptionsPart of Other OptionsPart of Other OptionsCorePart of Other OptionsPart of Other OptionsCorePart of Other OptionsCore – completed bySets 2-4GCSEY9Y11Core – completed bySet 1GCSEY11Y11Part of Other OptionsDuring your time at Tauheedul, there will be choices that you will make with advice fromteachers.3
GCSE Arabic or French?On entering the school, you began to study either Arabic or French. This will determinewhich language exam you will sit. In addition to French or Arabic, you will also study Urdu.GCSE History or GCSE Geography?At the end of Year 8, you will have chosen to complete either GCSE History or GCSEGeography.BTEC courses in Information Technologies or Art and Design or GCSE ComputerScience?During Year 9 and Year 10, you will be able to decide whether to study GCSE ComputerScience or complete a vocational qualification in IT or Art, depending on how you perform inyour end-of-year exam.GCSE Combined Science or GCSE Single SciencesDepending on your exam results at the end of Year 8, you will be studying either aCombined Science GCSE in Science or three separate Science GCSEs in Biology,Chemistry and Physics.NCFE Graphic Design, Cambridge National in Creative iMedia, Cambridge National inSports Studies, AS Level Religious Studies or Level 2 Further MathsIn Year 11, each student will have the choice of an additional qualification – they maycomplete NCFE Graphic Design, Cambridge National in Sports Studies, AS Level ReligiousStudies or Level 2 Further Maths. Students who are at risk of failing to achieve at least aGrade ‘5’ in English and Maths will receive additional classes in these two subjects instead.Whilst most students will complete at least 11 qualifications, some students will completefewer subjects to maximise their chances of achieving at least a Grade ‘5’ with English andMaths. However, no student will complete fewer than 8 qualifications.English BaccalaureateThe English Baccalaureate (EBacc) is an additional award, given by the Government, to anystudent who achieves the following:1.2.3.4.5.Grade 9-5 in GCSE English Language or English LiteratureGrades 9-5 in GCSE MathematicsGrades 9-5 in GCSE Science (if studying single sciences, get 9-5 in two of the Sciences)Grades 9-5 in GCSE Urdu, French or Arabic (only one required)Grades 9-5 in GCSE History or Geography (only one required).In order to achieve the EBacc, you will need to do well in each of these subjects.The English Baccalaureate is important because it is recognised by Government andemployers as a sign that the student has completed a broad range of subjects successfully.Nationally, fewer than 20% of students achieve this award.4
GCSEs and the Grading SystemOver the past four years, GCSE courses have been introduced by the Government. TheseGCSEs will be assessed using a 9-1 grading system.These 9-1 grades compare with the ‘old’ A*-G in the following way:9-1 GCSEGrading987654321Grade 9 is a high A*.Grade 8 is low A* or high A.Grade 7 is a low or mid A.Grade 6 is a high B.Grade 5 is a low B or high C. This isthe minimum grade for a ‘Strongpass’.Grade 4 is a low or mid C. It isconsidered a ‘Standard Pass’.Grade 3 is a D or high E.Grade 2 is a low E or high F.Grade 1 is a low F or G.Old GCSEGradingA*ABCDEF, GTo achieve a ‘Strong pass’ in each GCSE, a student will need to achieve at least a Grade ‘5’.To study ‘A’ Levels, a student will need to achieve at least a Grade ‘6’ in each subject. Insome subjects, a Grade ‘7’ will be needed.5
‘Core Curriculum’ GCSE SubjectsEnglish LanguageWhat will I learn on this course?The aim of the course is to increase yourunderstanding of what you read and, also,to develop your ability to communicateclearly when writing and speaking. Duringthe GCSE course, you will study a varietyof British fiction ranging from the classicsto more modern texts developing youranalytical skills. You will also explore avariety of non-fiction texts helping you togain versatility in your own writing.Why is this course important foreveryday life?Everything you do in life requires the abilityto communicate. An awareness oflanguage is, therefore, one of life’sessentials. Every career requires the skillsof reading, writing, speaking and listening.The skills in English are transferable to allaspects of life, both personal andprofessional. Reading literary texts helpsto sharpen your response and develop anawareness of the world and people aroundyou.How will I be assessed?Grading will be on a nine point scale (9-1),with 9 being the highest available.AGrade 5 is the minimum the Governmentexpects for a ‘strong pass’.You will be assessed through two exams: The first exam will assess your readingskills in a fictional text. In this exam,your narrative or descriptive writing skillswill also be tested. The second exam will test your readingskills in non-fiction texts and, in thewriting section, you will argue for aviewpoint. An individual presentation to assessyour spoken language. This will berecorded separately on your GCSEEnglish Language certificate.What will I need to do to succeed in thiscourse?In order to achieve the best possible gradein GCSE English Language, you will needto: Have outstanding attendance andpunctuality to lessons. Read from a wide range of high-quality,challenging fiction and non-fiction textsfrom the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries inyour own time. Take ownership of your learning andtake heed of feedback from yourteacher following each assessment. Develop ambitious vocabulary.What can I do after a GCSE in thiscourse?Achieving a good standard at GCSE isessential for any course you choose.Employers and further and highereducation institutions value good grades inEnglish Language as it demonstrates yourability to communicate effectively.GCSE English Language will allow you tostudy English Language and EnglishLiterature at A Level which is anincreasingly popular choice.What career opportunities are therefrom this course?An English degree is highly regarded byemployers. The flexibility of skills Englishoffers results in a range of career options,openingdoorsinpublishingandadvertising. Education and legal fields arealso popular.6
English LiteratureWhat will I learn on this course?This course aims to encourage anunderstanding and appreciation of a widerange of literature. There is a blend ofmodern and pre-twentieth century prose,poetry and drama. This will give you achance to respond to literary texts indepth. Studying English Literature teachesyou how to analyse complex informationand sophisticated ideas and theories. Thatability to read, reflect and critique isessential in many kinds of work as is theability to construct and articulate anargument.Why is this course important foreveryday life?The ability to read and respond to a rangeof literature will enhance an appreciation ofotherperspectives.Literatureisenlightening and can open your mind tonew experiences and ways of looking atthings – even in your daily life.English Literature teaches you a great dealabout life, history, society and ourselves.It will inspire a love of reading, fire yourcreativity and help you to be morearticulate. The second exam will assess yourresponse to drama andincluding unseen poetry.poetry,What will I need to do to succeed in thiscourse?In order to achieve the best possible gradein GCSE English Literature, you will needto: Have outstanding attendance andpunctuality to lessons. Read from a wide range of texts in yourown time. Take ownership of your learning andbe prepared to read and work hard ondifficult texts. Take heed of feedback from yourteacher following each assessment. Develop ambitious vocabulary.What can I do after a GCSE in thiscourse?Gaining a good grade at GCSE will furtheryour chances of studying EnglishLiterature at A-Level. It will also give thenecessary essay writing and criticalthinking skills you will need to enrol forother Humanities-based courses.What career opportunities are therefrom this course?The skills you learn when studying GCSEEnglish Literature are transferable to allareas - an English degree is highlyregarded by employers. Journalism,including editorial work, is popular.Teaching is also popular.How will I be assessed?Grading will be on a nine point scale (9-1),with 9 being the highest available.AGrade 5 is the minimum the Governmentexpects for a ‘strong pass’.You will be assessed through two exams: An exam which will test your ability toanalyse a 19th-century novel and aShakespeare play.7
MathsWhat will I learn on this course?In this course, you will study familiar topicssuch as data-handling, algebra andnumber work in more depth as well asinvestigatenewareassuchastrigonometry, circle theorems, vectors andproof. You will also have the opportunity tofurther develop your communication andreasoning skills and learn problem solvingstrategies.Why is this course important foreveryday life?Mathematics is the language of theuniverse and so helps us to understandthe amazing and complex world aroundus. Your Mathematics GCSE is also anessential qualification if you would like topursue further studies.How will I be assessed?There will be three exams, each one andhalf hours long, taken at the end of Year11.The course will cover the following areas: Number and Algebra Ratio, proportion and rates of change. Geometry and Measures Probability and StatisticsIn the exam, there will be questionsinvolving solving problems, which mayneed you to complete several steps to getto an answer.What will I need to do to succeed in thiscourse?In order to achieve the best possible gradein GCSE Mathematics, you will need to: Work with consistent focus and effortthroughout the course. Take responsibility for your own learningby regularly reviewing your work,completing homework tasks on time andaskingquestionstoclarifyunderstanding. Build competency and fluency innumeracy by continually practicing thegiven Checkpoint Skills and buildingspeedandaccuracyineachassessment.What can I do after GCSEs from thiscourse?If you get a grade ‘5’ or above in thiscourse, you will be able to pursue furtherstudies. If you get a grade ‘7’ or above,you would have the opportunity to study ALevel Mathematics. Also, most collegeswill require at least a grade ‘6’ or ‘7’ inGCSE Maths to be able to apply for A levelSciences.What career opportunities are therefrom this course?A good GCSE grade in Mathematics willallow you to choose A Levels and adegree in a variety of fields includingMathematics, Statistics, and Physics.These include careers in accountancy,engineering, economics, teaching andcomputing.8
Science:ScienceCombinedWhat will I learn on this course?During this course, you will learn about arange of topics from across all threesciences, including genetics and health inBiology, acids and reactions in Chemistry,and radioactivity and static electricity inPhysics.You will also learn practical scientific skills,carrying out many experiments andlearning to take accurate results and makegood conclusions and evaluations whichwill be tested during the exams.Why is this course important foreveryday life?Learning about science will fire yourcuriosity about the world around you. Youwill learn about how science works, how itaffects everyday life and how you can useyour science when you work, rest, shopand play. Learning about science will alsohelp you to understand how our world is ina delicate balance, how our actions affectthe world around us and how we can worktogether to use science to improve lives.How will I be assessed?You will be assessed in the following way: There will be six 1 hour 10 minutesexaminations (Biology 1, Biology 2,Chemistry 1, Chemistry 2, Physics 1and Physics 2) at the end of the coursein Year 11. These papers will include testing ofexperiments carried out during thedelivery of the course. There is nocontrolled assessment component toScience. This GCSE course is completed inYear 11 and you will be awarded twogrades (Combined Science) aftercompleting the exams.As it is a Combined Science GCSE, youwill receive two grades. Grading will be ona 17 point scale (9-9 to 1-1), with 9-9 beingthe highest available. A Grade 5-5 is theminimum the Government expects for a‘strong pass’.What will I need to do to succeed in thiscourse?In order to achieve the best possible gradein GCSE Science, you will need to: Attend all lessons (because anyabsence will affect the grade that youachieve). Learn the skills of scientificinvestigation (planning, concluding andevaluating). Thoroughly practise carrying outscientific calculations as they nowcontribute to 30% of the overall grade. Take personal responsibility forrevising for the exams as all the examsfor the Combined Science will all becompleted at the end of Year 11.What can I do after GCSEs from thiscourse?If you get a grade ‘6-7’ or above in thiscourse, you will be able to study A Levelsin Biology, Chemistry and Physics.If you get grade ‘5-5’, you will be able tostudy a full-time vocational course inScience at college.What career opportunities are therefrom this course?A very good GCSE grade in CombinedScience Science in Year 11 will allow youto choose A Levels and a degree that canlead to all sorts of scientific careers suchasmedicine,dentistry,pharmacy,audiology, midwifery, forensic Science andmany more.A good grade in Science will also help youto go into careers such as laboratorytechnician, nursing and childcare.9
Science: Separate GCSEsin Biology, Chemistry andPhysicsWhat will I learn on this course?During this course, you will learn about arange of topics from across all threesciences, including genetic modificationand body control systems in Biology,quantitative and qualitative analysis inChemistry,andastronomyandelectromagnetism in Physics.You will also learn practical scientific skills,carrying out many experiments andlearning to take accurate results and makegood conclusions and evaluations whichwill be tested during the exams.Why are GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry& Physics important for everyday life?Learning about science will help you tounderstand how our world is in a delicatebalance, how our actions affect not onlyour immediate environments but globallytoo, and how we can work together to usescience to improve lives.It will allow you to appreciate how thingswork and the contributions of differentscientists to our understanding of the worldaround us.How will I be assessed?You will be assessed in the following way: There will be six 1 hour 45 minutesexaminations (Biology 1, Biology 2,Chemistry 1, Chemistry 2, Physics 1and Physics 2) at the end of the coursein Year 11. These papers will include the testing ofexperiments carried out during thedelivery of the course. There is nocontrolled assessment component toScience.This GCSE course is completed in Year 11and you will be awarded three separategrades upon completion. These gradeswill range from ‘9’ (highest) to ‘1’ (lowest)for each of the three GCSEs. A Grade 5 isthe minimum the Government expects fora ‘strong pass’.What will I need to do to succeed in thiscourse?In order to achieve the best possible gradein GCSE Biology, Chemistry and Physics,you will need to: Attend all lessons (because anyabsence will affect the grade that youachieve).
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