Courses

During your time studying Ancient History, you will focus on the ancient civilisations of Greece and Rome, looking at the key points of both, including the Greek-Persian conflict and the first Emperors of Rome after the fall of the Republic.

Study the three sciences, from diseases and infections in Biology, to titrations and chromatography in Chemistry, and waves and circuits in Physics!

On the Art course, we start with the belief that we can all be artists. We are surrounded by constantly changing visual stimuli, learn to respond to and interpret this world through a range of artistic media and disciplines.

Discover the processes at the heart of every living organism, from the smallest Biological molecules to entire ecosystems.

A Level Business involves the study of real-life organisations and works well alongside many other A Levels, due to its varied content and range of transferable skills.

BTEC Business is a great opportunity to study actual businesses and be assessed via a combination of coursework and external assessments.

If you want to specialise in Business, this course is ideal and covers a wide range of topics through coursework and examined units.

Chemistry is the study of stuff. The molecules and compounds which make up us and the world around us. It is often referred to as the central science as it links together aspects of biology, physics and mathematics. Chemistry is an exciting and highly relevant subject. From developing new catalysts to helping to solve Global warming, the challenges are immense, but chemistry will arm you with the tools needed to face these challenges.

Computer Science is becoming an increasingly important part of almost every part of our lives. Studying Computer Science will enable you to understand data and the machines and methods that manipulate it.

This vocational qualification offers a practical approach, and you will be challenged to work to professional standards of creative collaboration. You will develop the knowledge and skills required to choreograph and perform solo and group dances through practical technique classes, observation, analysis and evaluation. Anatomy and physiology are linked with the dancer in action. You will be encouraged to find your own unique artistic voice as a dancer.

Everything we see, touch and interact with has been designed. Play a role in shaping the future of mankind.

Discover the world of Graphic Design which is all around us. Communication through design is key and is a fundamental part of our everyday lives. Be inspired to make a difference in the ever-evolving world of design.

Our ethos is really important to us; we are here as artists and practitioners, creators, thinkers and learners, here to encourage your development, understanding and appreciation of theatre and drama as powerful tools in the examination of human interaction, and to help you respond in a personal and creative way. We are a department of collaboration, creation and innovation and you will be involved in the lively artistic life of the College as a ClassAction practitioner. Everyone will always be encouraged to find their own unique artistic voice as a practitioner.

Economics is a social science that studies how individuals, businesses, governments, and nations make choices about how to allocate resources.

English Language and Linguistics at A level is different to English Language GCSE. It takes a close look at how the language works - how we acquire it as children, how it has developed and, crucially, how it is used, to change minds, to represent particular groups and to gain power and prestige.

This course is about critical reading and discussion of literary and non-literary texts, including examples of spoken English, and offers the opportunity for creative writing, based on the work of writers you have studied.

The lifeblood of this course is reading and discussion, building a critical interpretation of a text in the light of interpretations of others, considering the context in which it was written.

Planet Earth is the only one we can live on, so it needs to be looked after. This subject teaches students how to approach the many challenges we will face in the coming years.

An introduction to the exciting world of film, covering Hollywood, European and world cinema. You will develop critical and analytical skills.

French A Level takes students beyond what they have learnt at GCSE. It dives into the French speaking world looking at the French culture, as well as the language itself.

With a range of topics, whether you are interested in landscapes or sustainability, studying geography will provide you with knowledge and transferable skills.

Study many different aspects of the Health and Social Care sector, from human development to roles, responsibilities and empowering service users. This is a great course for those interested in working in Health and Social Care.

Studying History Democracy and Dictators, over the two years you will cover Russia from Tsars to communism, the Wars of the Roses and Germany before and after World War II, as well as completing an independent coursework question.

Studying History Revolutions and Rebellions, over the two years you will cover American Civil Rights from the end of the Civil War to modern times, Britain from Churchill to Thatcher and the French Revolution & Napoleon, as well as completing an independent coursework question.

The A Level History of Art course offers an exciting opportunity to study the global stories of art and architecture from 500BC to today, investigating historical and political contexts as well as materials, techniques and styles.

If you like working with computers, enjoy solving problems and lots of hands-on practical work then this course is for you.

This course is designed for students who are interested in a future within the Computing and IT industry and also want to learn the skills and techniques to express themselves creatively through technology. If you like working with computers, enjoy solving problems and lots of hands-on practical work then this course is for you. You will learn how to create websites, develop games, and database solutions. You will also develop practical skills in computer hardware and networking alongside the fundamentals of cybersecurity.

Law affects everything we do, it is difficult to identify an aspect of how we live that isn't impacted by Law. The course gives you the opportunity to find out how laws are made, what they are and how they impact our lives.

As well as supporting many other subjects, studying Maths makes you sharp. It develops your problem-solving skills in a way that no other subject can. It's beautiful! Why wouldn't you study it?

As well as supporting many other subjects, studying Maths makes you sharp. It develops your problem-solving skills in a way that no other subject can. And it's beautiful! Why wouldn't you study it? Double Maths, Single Maths or Math + AS Further are all options.

Media Studies helps you to develop critical skills surrounding current media issues and debates. It also includes the chance to produce your own media products.

An exciting practical and theoretical introduction to the film and TV industries.

Music A level will allow you to develop as a performer and a composer of any style of music, whilst also giving you the skills you need to analyse existing pieces in depth.

Music Technology A level provides you with the opportunity to produce recordings and compositions in our studios, as well as enhancing crucial listening skills.

This course is suited to any student with an interest in the production, remixing, composition or mixing of music.

This course gives you an understanding of all aspects of Performing Arts, including acting and dance options, and combines it with the opportunity to focus on both performance and production support. You will work as part of the Colleges ClassAction Performance Company and you will be challenged to professional standards of creative collaboration. This is a practical vocational course, requiring imagination, sensitivity and the ability to get on well with others. You will be encouraged to find your own unique artistic voice as a practitioner.

We recommend this course for those that are looking for a wrap-around foundation programme, those who are looking to go onto drama/performing arts schools. This course gives you an understanding of all aspects of Performing Arts including acting and dance options, and combines it with the opportunity to focus on both performance and production support. You will work as part of the Colleges ClassAction Performance Company and you will be challenged to professional standards of creative collaboration. This is a practical vocational course, requiring imagination, sensitivity and the ability to get on well with others.

Sharpen your reasoning and evaluative skills and explore the ideas of some of the most influential thinkers in the Western world; Philosophy combines well with almost any subject and is highly regarded by universities.

The Photography Art and Design A Level prepares students for producing and working with images, both digitally and physically. It is also a good way to develop general design skills.

A broad study of Physical Education and excellent preparation for sports science and other related subjects.

A Level Physics allows you to explore laws that underpin why everything in the universe – from Black Holes to Beta Particles.

In the first year of global politics you look at the UK political system and how it functions, before going on to look at a range of core ideologies, finally finishing in the second year with a detailed look into either American or global politics.

As the science that deals with behaviour, emotions and mental processes; Psychology provides  a breadth of transferable academic skills, whilst delivering an engaging subject content, which enables students to gain a greater understanding of the causes of human behaviour.  

A Level Sociology will develop your ability to critically analyse the world around us and understand how and why social issues like inequality happen.

The Spanish A level course focuses on learning the language through the understanding of aspects of society, culture and history in Spanish speaking countries.

This course presents the ability to develop coaching skills across a number of different sports, learning about psychological skills and how sport has developed and changed over the years. The course also provides insight into a healthy lifestyle, allowing individuals to understand how to exercise and maintain good nutrition.

This course presents the ability to develop coaching skills across a number of different sports, learning about psychological skills and how sport has developed and changed over the years. The course also provides insight into a healthy lifestyle, allowing individuals to understand how to exercise and maintain good nutrition.

The purpose of the course is to respond to the visual world in a creative way through hands-on making, exploring exciting textile design techniques.

If you have a passion for travel or if you want to develop the skills to help others make the most of their tourism experiences, this subject will open your mind to the endless opportunities that exist in the world's largest industry.

If you have a passion for travel or if you want to develop the skills to help others make the most of their tourism experiences, this subject will open your mind to the endless opportunities that exist in the world's largest industry. Making up 2/3 of a full-time study programme, this course is especially suited to students already planning for a career in the Travel & Tourism Industry.

This course is all about getting crucial skills of critical reading and targeted writing that is so sought after and so vital to further progression and careers.