Enrichment Curriculum

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Enrichment Curriculum

Alongside your chosen subjects, we also offer a range of enrichment subjects – some of which can lead to an additional qualification. To regitser your preference for your enrichment curriculum subject, existing students can fill out this form

EPQ

The Extended Project Qualification is equivalent to an AS Level and can earn students up to 28 additional UCAS points. Students have to research a topic of their choice and then put together a 8,000-10,000 word dissertation on their chosen topic. This is a great way to develop your writing skills and to demonstrate a sophisticated level fo academic ability to universities. This enrichment option is highly recommended if you are study 2 or more A-Levels.

Core Maths

This qualification is aimed at students who do not wish to follow Maths at A-level but would like to continue Maths. The course is excellent for students wishing to study University courses that use Maths/statistics and can be advantageous when you apply for courses. It is worth up to 20 UCAS points.

LAMDA

LAMDA is a performing arts qualification. It is an opportunity for those that do not take a performance subject, and for those that do to deepen and extend their skills and experiences. The main aim is to build confidence when speaking in a more formal setting such as interviews for university or jobs. These qualifications equip students to present themselves exceptionally in a wide range of scenarios. Whilst there are obvious links to the Performing Arts these qualifications are suitable for all and may have particular benefits for those wishing to go on to study law, medicine, business, journalism, English, marketing, teaching.

E4L

Equipped 4 Life (E4L) is designed to give you all of the tools needed to leave Sixth Form ready to be a success in whatever you choose to do. E4L will include sessions on CV writing, interview technique, communication skills, leadership and much more. E4L will also help you to make the most of your work experience placement.