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TOP 10%
A LEVEL
PROVIDER
WWW.GOV.UK
PROSPECTUS
2021/2022
FE Teaching Team of the Year 2019
WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2021/2022 PROSPECTUS WYKE
WYKE
SIXTH
SIXTH
FORM
FORM
COLLEGE
COLLEGE
2021/2022
2020/21 PROSPECTUS
BUSINESS & FINANCE
Accounting
Economics
22
22
MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES
French
German
36
36
WELCOME
TO WYKE
Business 23 Spanish 37
VISUAL ARTS HUMANITIES
Fine Art 24 Geography 38
Art & Design Foundation Diploma 24 Government & Politics 39
Graphic Design 25 History 39
Photography 25
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
SCIENCES Health & Social Care 41
Biology 26
COMPUTING
Chemistry 26
Information Technology 42
“Wyke offers a true ‘sixth form’ experience with
Physics 27 high quality specialist teaching, a university style
Applied Science 27 EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION campus, a culture that fosters independence,
MEDIA & FILM
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) 43 encouraging students to be themselves.“
Creative Digital Media Production 28 LAW
Film Studies 29 Law 44
“As the largest A Level provider that every young person we Our students have progressed for rules because we expect
Media Studies 29 Applied Law 44 in Hull and East Riding, the educate is able to achieve to exceptional destinations students to be self-disciplined.
statistics are straightforward; their potential. To find with 14 students advancing
SOCIAL SCIENCES & PHILOSOPHY MATHS & ENGINEERING students do very well at Wyke out more, please see: to Oxbridge and 26 taking up Wyke is the perfect place to
Mathematics 46 Sixth Form College, with our www.venngroup.org.uk. places on Medicine, Dentistry gain your independence, meet
Criminology 30 results justifying the position or Veterinary courses over the new people and enjoy new
Philosophy, Ethics & Religious Studies 30 Core Mathematics 46 in the top 10% of all Sixth Form In 2020, our pass rate past 3 years. situations. Once at Wyke, you
Psychology 31 Further Mathematics 47 providers nationally. percentage at A Level was will be joining students from
99.6%. This includes 491 of the I hope to help even more 44 schools, spanning across
Sociology 31 Engineering 47 We are proud to be a top A* and A grades and 991 students make exceptional Hull, East Riding and North
member of the Venn Group, A*- B grades. progress while studying at Lincolnshire.
PERFORMING ARTS MUSIC a federation of five sixth Wyke Sixth Form College,
Music 48 form colleges serving North Our BTEC pass rate was 100%, along with developing the Please visit the College and
Drama & Theatre 32 and East Yorkshire, Hull and with 83% of our BTEC students wider personal qualities that come and meet our staff,
Performing Arts 32 Digital Music Production 49 Northern Lincolnshire, working achieving Distinction* or Triple ensure they truly stand out. talk to our students and
in collaboration to ensure Distinction*, the equivalent of 1 The atmosphere here is a find out about the range of
Dance 33 PE & SPORT or 3 A* grades. friendly one and expectations experiences on offer.”
Physical Education 50 are high. There is little need
ENGLISH
English Language 34 Sport 51
English Literature 35 FOUNDATION PROGRAMME
Bridge To Level 3 (Foundation Programme) 52
Paul Britton, Principal
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LEVEL 3 STUDY T LEVELS
PROGRAMME 2021/22 AT WYKE
At Wyke we offer more than As an academic sixth
form college, we have the
Students who have a very
strong profile at GCSE may
All course information is
correct at the time of going COMBINING CLASSROOM
40 different Level Three
courses, allowing you to
breadth and depth to
deliver your course choices
choose to study an extra
A Level, BTEC or one-year
to print but could be subject
to change.
THEORY, PRACTICAL TRAINING
put together a specialist without clashes. A Wyke
student would choose three
course such as an EPQ or
Core Mathematics.
AND AN INDUSTRY PLACEMENT
programme of study that
Level 3 subjects (A Level,
exactly matches your BTEC, or a combination) that Please note that courses
interests, strengths and they will study over a have specific entry
Wyke has been selected by What are T Levels? What T Levels will be Progression
future aspirations. two-year period. requirements.
the government to provide running at Wyke?
These new two-year Students who successfully
the new T Level qualifications courses, equivalent to complete their T Level
from September 2021, a 3 A Levels, have been At Wyke a select number of have a number of different
decision that reflects the developed in collaboration students will be able to take progression routes, all
national status of our college. with employers and a T Level in the following supported by our excellent
businesses so that the subject areas: careers service.
content meets the needs
T Levels signal a major step of industry and prepares • Digital Production, Design Students can look to take
STUDY CORE SUBJECTS* forward in the Government’s
10-year ambition to overhaul
students for work. and Development up employment within their
selected sector, move onto
SKILLS (LEVEL 3 COURSES) technical education. These T Levels will offer students • Health a higher apprenticeship or
a mixture of classroom continue their studies at
*Some students may study 4 are technical alternatives learning and ‘on-the- university.
subjects where appropriate to A Levels, combining job’ experience during Structure of a T Level
classroom theory, practical an industry placement
Further Information
of at least 315 hours T Level courses will include
training and an industry (approximately 45 days). the following compulsory
placement, with high-quality They will provide the elements: Details of the course
structure and our industrial
training opportunities knowledge and experience
CAREER so students can secure
rewarding careers.
needed to open the door
into skilled employment,
• Specialist skills and
knowledge for a specific
partnerships can be found
on our website and also in
AIM occupation or career our new “T Levels at Wyke”
further study or a higher
booklet.
TUTORIALS ENRICHMENT apprenticeship.
• An industry placement
with an employer Throughout 2020-21, there
will be a series of special
• Relevant Maths and launch events, so that
English skills parents and students can
discover more about this
exciting new qualification.
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Wyke runs over 30 bus
and minibus services
across a 40 mile radius TRAVELLING
TO WYKE
of our campus.
For more information on our
routes, visit our website to see
DIFFERENT the closest bus service to you.
SCHOOLS USE OUR POSTCODE ROUTE FINDER AT WYKE.AC.UK/TRAVELLING-TO-WYKE
ARE REPRESENTED AT
WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 924 925 926 927
INGS ROAD / SAVOY ROAD GOXHILL BURTON UPON STATHER SALTSHOUSE ROAD / DUNVEGAN ROAD
928 929 930 931
WAWNE / KINGSWOOD NORTH FERRIBY NORTH CAVE WEST HULL
932 933 934 935
GRANGE ROAD BURSTWICK WITHERNSEA BUBWITH
936 937 938 939
CHERRY BURTON HORNSEA WAWNE ROAD (SUTTON PARK) HESSLE
940 941 942 943
GOOLE NAFFERTON / DRIFFIELD HOWDEN WALKINGTON
M1 M2 M3 M4
POCKLINGTON RIMSWELL ALDBROUGH EASINGTON
M5 M5A M6 M7
BRIDLINGTON BRIDLINGTON CASTOR EAST HALTON
M8 M9 M10 M11
SCUNTHORPE SCAWBY BROOK WETWANG DRAX
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WORLD WIDE
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WYKE
During your time at Wyke, there are opportunities to visit
destinations from the USA to South Africa, Iceland to Italy,
France to Belgium, Poland to Switzerland – to name but a few!
WASHINGTON DC
It’s all a part of our Enrichment seeing some breath-taking views
ICELAND Programme, giving you the chance from the top of a glacier? Then you’ll
to enhance your studies by visiting definitely want to join the Iceland
some of the world’s most famous trip! Fancy climbing Mount Vesuvius?
cities and landmarks. You will be Italy is the visit for you!
able to partake in activities which
are directly related to your course, as Many of our visits are Cross College, THAILAND
well as explore somewhere new. which means that you will be mixed
with students from different courses,
Learning a language? Why not test allowing you to create memories
your skills in Berlin, Paris or Seville? and make new friends along the
Want to know more about how way. Places on our trips are always
the Hadron Collider works? Then highly sought after, which goes to
the visit to Cern in Switzerland is show what a fantastic time you
SEVILLE the destination for you! How about can have.
BERLIN
PARIS
POLAND
NEW YORK
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ENRICHING COLLEGE PRODUCTION
YOUR
DUKE OF EDINBURGH EDUCATION WYKE SESH
At Wyke, we believe A selection of the
that a rounded Enrichment opportunities SPORT
Study Programme available include:
goes beyond your
• Art and Crafts Groups
academic course • Choir
choices, as gaining • Coding
great qualifications is • College Charity Days
just one aspect of and Fundraising
• College Production
your time here. There • Core Mathematics
is an expectation • Creative Writing
that all students • Dance
engage in some form • Deaf Awareness and British
Sign Language (BSL)
of enrichment during • Duke of Edinburgh
their time at Wyke • Extended Project Qualification
Sixth Form College. (EPQ)
• First Aid
The overall aim of the • Green Club
Enrichment Programme is to • Holiday Languages
provide a range of engaging • Jobs Club
opportunities and experiences • Law Society
for all students at Wyke to • Mentoring Programme
PRE-MEDICAL PROGRAMME expand new and current • Music Ensemble
interests, improve independence, • Personal Training
build character and resilience • Pre-Law Programme
and – most importantly – to • Pre-Medical Programme
DANCE COMPETITION develop a love for learning. • Pre-Physiotherapy Programme
• Pre-Teaching Programme
Participating in enrichment • Self Defence
opportunities whilst studying • Sport
at Wyke Sixth Form College • Student Crew
will enable you to showcase • Student Executive
yourself as an individual, not • Student Media Team
just a learner and help you • Wyke Sesh
to stand out from the crowd • Yoga and Wellbeing
when applying for university,
apprenticeships or work. If you have an interest that you
would like to share or develop
that we are not offering, please
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THRIVING IN A
OUR
PRIDE CARING COMMUNITY
• Pride in yourself – act with integrity • Act for the good of the whole community
• Take pride in your work • Get involved
• Take pride in your college • Empower and support others
• Be proud to be from here • Show care
• Challenge in a supportive way
VALUES #WEAREWYKE
ACADEMIC
EXCELLENCE
READY FOR
THE WORLD
• Have the highest expectations • Be optimistic and confident
• Think big in achieving your goals
• Be inquisitive, bold and experiment • Develop your knowledge and skills
• See failure as an opportunity to learn • Develop the behaviours to be a success
• Experience - do it
• Put in the effort required
• Take responsibility – be independent,
resilient and proactive
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STUDENT SUPPORT
THE SAFEGUARDING TEAM
Wyke Sixth Form College has a
dedicated Safeguarding Team who
AND WELLBEING
are here to help you. If any student
has any safeguarding concerns, they
can contact a member of the team to
discuss this further.
Students at Wyke are provided with a high level of dedicated support.
Whatever the problem, there will be someone here to help.
THE TUTOR TEAM Plans, disabled students and THE WELLBEING SERVICE Students will need to apply by
those with physical health completing an application form
Every student is allocated an conditions and other learning The Wellbeing Service offers and returning this to the College
individual Progress Tutor who needs. support that all students can along with evidence of eligibility.
supports and guides them access. Eligibility is based on levels of
through their study programme We offer advice, support household income and this is
and guidance with time The team is comprised of reviewed each year to try to help
over the course of their time
management, organisational Rebecca Bolder, Safeguarding as many students as possible.
with us.
skills and exam preparation as and Wellbeing Manager, Naomi
Students are placed in a tutor Robinson, Emotional Wellbeing Applications for September REBECCA BOLDER ANDREA MASON ANDY DUNNE
well as some small group and DEPUTY SAFEGUARDING LEAD DEPUTY SAFEGUARDING LEAD DEPUTY SAFEGUARDING LEAD
group according to their year of Practioner and Jane Hutty, usually open towards the end of
one-to-one support. We also
study, and a programme of study Counsellor. May, and students need to apply
liaise with the Exams Office to
skills, health advice, university by 31st July to ensure that the
make provision for students who To access support from the
and next steps guidance is financial support is in place for
have been identified as requiring service, students will need to
delivered. when they start in September.
special access arrangements email: wellbeing@wyke.ac.uk In addition, financial support
The Progress Tutors work closely when taking their exams.
is available as part of the
with curriculum staff to ensure Learning Support staff are vulnerable bursary for students
the very best level of support for experienced in supporting ADDITIONAL WELLBEING who are in care or are care
our students, enabling them to students with a whole range SUPPORT leavers, or in receipt of certain
be successful in all their subject of additional learning needs benefits in their own right. If a
choices. They also work in including Autism Spectrum Alongside the Wellbeing Service, student’s parents are in receipt
collaboration with university and Disorders, Dyslexia and hearing there are a number of support of certain benefits, they may also KATY BURGESS LEIGH RUDKIN MARK LUCID CHRIS HERRING
careers coordinators, supporting DEPUTY SAFEGUARDING LEAD DEPUTY SAFEGUARDING LEAD DEPUTY SAFEGUARDING LEAD DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD
or visual impairments. networks set up for students. be eligible for guaranteed free
students with their next steps after meals in education.
Where appropriate, we work in These include the Student
their time studying at the College.
close collaboration with external Support Walls around the
Along with this, students meet
with their Progress Tutor regularly
agencies such as IPASS and College as well as online
resources including Togetherall,
STUDENT EXECUTIVE
Occupational Health to ensure
on a one-to-one basis to discuss that students are fully supported Kooth and the Wyke Wellbeing The Student Executive at Wyke
their progression and decide during their time at College and Blog. Sixth Form College are an
what will help them to best in preparation for their next steps For more information, please see elected group of students that
achieve their goals. when leaving Wyke, whatever our website. represent the student body. Their
they may be. aim is to ensure that student’s
The Progress Tutor team also
All students are welcome to voices are heard, by sharing and
offer pastoral support beyond
use the Student Support Hub FINANCIAL SUPPORT acting upon their opinions, wants,
the curriculum and can refer to
located in Oak 3, for paired, small needs or concerns.
external agencies if necessary. Wyke Sixth Form College offers
group and independent study. A The Student Executive are
small number of lockers are also financial support through the
responsible for introducing ideas
LEARNING SUPPORT available in this area, to students college discretionary award. If
students are eligible, the College to help shape the College,
who require one for medical organising fundraising and other
reasons. Lift keys and other will provide them with a travel
The Learning Support fun events and activities, and
specialised resources are also pass or a meal allowance.
Department offers support to overall contributing to a positive
available to students who require Students can also access
any student who might need student led experience.
them. Students are encouraged financial assistance towards
extra help. Personalised support
is available for students with to come along and discuss their other essential college items. Students can contact the
Student Executive on
WYKE WELLBEING BLOG
Education, Health and Care individual needs.
student_executive@wyke.ac.uk WYKEWELLBEING.BLOGSPOT.COM
with any queries, thoughts or
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BE INSPIRED
PATHWAY TO YOUR BY OUR WYKE
ALUMNI
PROGRESSION #MAKEITHAPPEN
MAX JOY BRIDGET ALLENBY ROB ARAMAYO SOPHIE HAYWOOD AMELIA SWIFT
FORMER HORNSEA SCHOOL FORMER COTTINGHAM HIGH FORMER MALET LAMBERT SCHOOL FORMER BEVERLEY LONGCROFT FORMER HYMERS COLLEGE
Here at Wyke Sixth Form College, we have a critical role STUDENT SCHOOL STUDENT STUDENT SCHOOL STUDENT STUDENT
to play in preparing our students for their next steps, Medicine at Hull York Biomedical Sciences at Acting at Juilliard School, Aston Villa Football Club Professional Dance and
whether this is higher education, apprenticeships, Medical School the University of Oxford New York Musical Theatre at Bird
College Conservatoire
employment or gap year options.
CAREERS GUIDANCE PRE-MEDICAL PROGRAMME WORK EXPERIENCE
During the academic year, Wyke Sixth At Wyke we recognise that applications Here at Wyke, we believe in offering work
Form College host multiple career events, for Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary experience placements to students as
from the next steps exhibitions and Science are particularly competitive. there are many benefits. This could include
university speakers to sector specific talks In addition to the careers and UCAS them overcoming barriers to entering
with organisations. Employers come into advice in college, we offer an established work, either through enhancing their CV,
the College and speak directly to our programme to support students or more importantly, gaining confidence MARTHA SAVAGE JAMES HENDRY MIA STOCKS BONGANI MATHEMA LOUIS MOBBS
students about their organisation and considering applying for these subjects. and really believing that they are adding a FORMER SOUTH HUNSLEY SCHOOL FORMER WINIFRED HOLTBY FORMER WOLFRETON SCHOOL FORMER SIRIUS ACADEMY FORMER SYDNEY SMITH SCHOOL
what it is like working there. contribution to an organisation. STUDENT ACADEMY STUDENT STUDENT STUDENT STUDENT
Staff in the Science Department work Law at the University Piano at the Royal College Psychology at the Sport and Exercise Science at Soccer Scholarship at Saint
Our Careers Advisors book one-to-one closely with colleagues in Careers and We have a Work Experience and Careers of Cambridge of Music University of Leeds Loughborough University Peters University USA
appointments and hold drop-in sessions UCAS to ensure students are well advised Coordinator who is here to give advice
focused on specific career elements. about their applications and receive the and guidance in getting the right
These include finding the right pathway guidance needed to make a competitive placements for our students. They will talk
for students, CV and cover letter writing, application. Whether this is extra individual through the opportunities with the student
application support, interview preparation subject support to secure top grades, help and help them understand what they
and building their portfolio. locating work experience, information on want to achieve from their placement,
how to apply to university or preparation giving suggestions on how to find work
for interview, Wyke Sixth Form College will experience.
SUPPORT WITH THE UNIVERSITY be there at each stage of their medical
APPLICATION PROCESS career journey.
EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT
To help students with the university GEORGIA MCGRATH MARCUS SMITH TORI OSBOURNE LUCY TESSIER LUCY DAI
application process we have a dedicated APPRENTICESHIPS AND We understand the importance of FORMER KELVIN HALL SCHOOL FORMER WINTERTON COMMUNITY FORMER KELVIN HALL SCHOOL FORMER SOUTH HUNSLEY SCHOOL FORMER COTTINGHAM HIGH
STUDENT ACADEMY STUDENT STUDENT STUDENT SCHOOL STUDENT
Careers Team. This support includes OTHER PROGRESSION making our students aware of the career
Corporate Relations at Physics at the University Advanced Apprenticeship at Music and English at the Modern and Medieval
guidance in choosing the right course opportunities that are available in the
region. We work with over 250 local Channel 4 of Leicester Majors Chartered Accountants University of Liverpool Languages at the University
of study, the right institution and what We recognise that university is not the of Cambridge
experiences they will want to gain from right option for all of our students and we companies and some of our key partners
university. The university process really have a dedicated member of staff who include BAE Systems, NHS, Arco, EY and RB.
begins in the first year when we introduce works closely with training providers who Last year we hosted an “Industry Evening”
the next step pathways. come into the college throughout the and a “Careers in Health” day to help
year to talk about apprenticeships. This students get ready for the world of work.
Built into this is Wyke’s very own Next Steps includes degree apprenticeships which are
exhibition, alongside specialised course becoming increasingly popular. We are continually building solid and long
talks from a range of university providers. lasting relationships with employers and
We ensure that all students are given Employers also come in regularly to give work with them on a regular basis. They
the information they require to make the talks about their organisation and what provide activities such as work experience
right, informed decision for them and their they are looking for in future employees. and give industry talks, explaining about
the company they work for along with CHARLOTTE LAMMIMAN MAHMOUD HASSOUN PETER MEARS ELLIOTT STEPHENSON DAISY AGAR
higher education journey. FORMER HOLDERNESS ACADEMY FORMER SIRIUS ACADEMY FORMER DRIFFIELD SCHOOL FORMER MALET LAMBERT SCHOOL FORMER BEVERLEY HIGH SCHOOL
their own career story. Our students are STUDENT STUDENT STUDENT STUDENT STUDENT
also given the chance to visit employers to
Sport Scholarship at Copiah Sport Therapy and Dentistry at the University Veterinary Medicine at Law at Newcastle University
observe and understand the workplace. Lincoln Community College, Rehabilitation at the of Leeds the University of Surrey
Mississippi University of Derby
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BIOLOGY - A*
DID YOU KNOW? BUSINESS - DISTINCTION*
CREATIVE MEDIA - DISTINCTION*
MATHEMATICS - A*
FURTHER MATHEMATICS - A*
PERFORMING ARTS - DISTINCTION* PHYSICS - A*
BEYOND
At Wyke we pride
ourselves on DESTINATION: DESTINATION:
the multitude of LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE,
opportunities offered FILM PRODUCTION NATURAL SCIENCES
to our students once
they complete their
studies with us. OMAR ARAMUCH KIERAN ROBINSON
FORMER SCHOOL: SIRIUS ACADEMY NORTH FORMER SCHOOL: HULL TRINITY HOUSE ACADEMY
WYKE
Former Sirius Academy North ensured that he would At Wyke we offer a specialised the University of Cambridge
student, Omar Aramuch succeed. Oxbridge Programme to help to study Natural Sciences.
thrived during his time at potential applicants ensure He said: “It’s one of the best
Wyke. On Results Day, he He said: “Making friends with
that their application stands universities in the world so why
found that he had secured all these brand new people
out and is the best it possibly would you not want to go?”
his place at Leeds Beckett was the best experience I’ve
can be. Our dedicated staff
University to study Film ever had. There are so many “I received lots of help with
are on hand to ensure that
Production, calling his three teachers and members of staff my personal statement and
students receive the right help
Distinction stars “perfect.” who I’m really, really going to we also visited the University
and advice throughout the
miss. of Hull to practice for our
entire process.
Omar came to the UK from interviews. Definitely take
Syria, meaning that alongside “It’s the best experience I’ve
Former Hull Trinity House advantage of as much help as
his studies, he had additional had during my three years
Academy student Kieran you can get.”
barriers to overcome. But the here.”
Robinson achieved four A*
strong relationships he built grades and has progressed to
with friends, staff and teachers
ACCOUNTING - A* BIOLOGY - A
PHYSICAL EDUCATION - A* CHEMISTRY - A* CHEMISTRY - A* CHEMISTRY - A*
SOCIOLOGY - A* GEOGRAPHY - A* MATHEMATICS - A* BIOLOGY - A
EPQ - A* MATHEMATICS - A* EPQ - A* MATHEMATICS - A*
DESTINATION: DESTINATION: DESTINATION: DESTINATION:
UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER, UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM, UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER, UNIVERSITY OF HULL,
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT CHEMICAL ENGINEERING MEDICINE CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
ELLIE PEAKS
FORMER SCHOOL: BEVERLEY HIGH SCHOOL
SAM WINSTANLEY RHIANNON HEATH KATY STEFURA
FORMER SCHOOL: MARKET WEIGHTON SCHOOL FORMER SCHOOL: HORNSEA SCHOOL FORMER SCHOOL: SIRIUS ACADEMY NORTH
The eyes of the nation were on Dance team, becoming part Our specialist Enrichment with his Geography course, he Wyke’s established Pre- Leicester. Rhiannon was a part For many of our students, with my results, I really didn’t
former Beverley High School of the national championship Programme offers our said: “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime Medical Programme and of our Pre-Medical Programme, Results Day 2020 was a day expect to get an A* for Maths.”
student Ellie, who opened her winning squad in her first year. students the opportunity to experience. We had the specialist teachers ensure that which helps budding medical full of surprises. Many of our
results live on Good Morning visit destinations across the opportunity to climb a glacier prospective medical students students prepare for the students exceeded their Katy also had some advice for
Britain, revealing that she had She said: “I’ve had so much globe which leave them with and the views from the top are have the best possible chance all-important medical school predicated grades and were our new students: “Just focus
achieved the grades to study success at Wyke. It’s not only unforgettable memories. something I’ll never forget. of securing a place at highly interview. amazed at how well they’d and do the work that you’re
Business Management at the about the subjects, it’s not just competitive medical schools. done. supposed to do, especially
University of Manchester. about the teaching; there’s so Former Market Weighton “Wyke has so many enrichment She said: “If you’ve got spare the homework and you will
much you can do. You’ll meet School student, Sam options that you can take and Rhiannon Heath, a former time on your timetable, ask Former Sirius Academy North be fine. If you’re doing what
Ellie threw herself into every so many friends, you just need Winstanley, opened his results so many different courses you Hornsea School student, your teachers to help you plan student Katy Stefura was one is expected of you, you will
aspect of student life. During to get involved with everything live on television and secured can do. They suit your needs, opened her results live on and practice your interview. of these students. She secured succeed.”
her two years, Ellie was captain – just immerse yourself in a place at the University of there are no limitations to what Good Morning Britain, revealing You can’t prepare yourself a place to study Chemical
of the Netball first team and student life.” Nottingham to study Chemical you can do and the teaching two A*’s and an A, which enough for an interview for Engineering at the University of
participated in the Wyke Engineering. Sam had the standard is impeccable.” secured her place to study medical school, so practice will Hull and said: “I’m very happy
opportunity to visit Iceland Medicine at the University of help reduce your nerves.”
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WYKE FLYERS MEET OUR FLYERS IN THE LAST
3 YEARS
PROGRAMME WILL BRANDRICK
Former Baysgarth School Student
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Upon completing three highly academic A Levels
Our Flyers Programme is a unique package of support and experiences that provide academic combined with Wyke’s Pre-Medical Programme,
challenge and enhance applications to top performing institutions in the UK and beyond including former Wyke student Will is now enjoying his second
year studying Medicine at the University of Lincoln.
Universities, Higher Apprenticeships and Employment. The Programme is about ensuring you
realise your potential. If you are on track to achieve mainly 7s, 8s and 9s in your GCSEs you may be Upon opening his results which secured his place at
offered a place on the Programme. There are 4 main elements to the Programme as shown below. University, Will said: “I am just over the moon. My two
Students can tailor the Programme to align with their future plans and aspirations. years at Wyke have been great. The Pre-Medical
Programme has helped me throughout my two GAINED A PLACE AT
OXBRIDGE
years including helping me secure work experience
placements on hospital wards and within GP
surgeries. I can’t fault it at all, it has been excellent.”
CORE
26
ELEMENT
GRACE COLLINGWOOD
Flyers Forums
Former Beverley High School Student
Internal and External
Lecture Programme During her time at Wyke, Grace was actively involved in the
college’s Oxbridge programme, achieving excellent A Level
Super-Curricular Activities
results to secure to her place at the University of Cambridge to GAINED A PLACE TO STUDY
MEDICINE,
study English.
Reflecting on her time at Wyke, Grace said: “I got
DENTISTRY &
a lot of really fantastic support from Wyke.
We had a mock interview evening which
TRIPS/ MENTORING
VETERINARY
helped prepare me for the Oxbridge interview
VISITS WYKE PROGRAMMES
and additional classes that really helped to
broaden my understanding of all my subjects.”
FLYERS “I also had exceptional support in helping to write my personal
statement and making sure I came across well in my interview.” SCIENCE
PROGRAMME
University Trips Project Access
402
Self Development Route Specific Mentoring
Residential Trip
CHLOE ALLENBY
Former Cottingham High School Student
Throughout her time at Wyke, Chloe had her sights
set on a top university and after two years of hard
ROUTE SPECIFIC work and determination, Chloe achieved the GAINED A PLACE AT A
OPTION
RUSSELL GROUP
fantastic results which secured her place at one of
the top universities in the world; studying Linguistics
at the University of Cambridge.
UNIVERSITY
Oxbridge Programme
Chloe has since graduated with a first class
Pre-Medical Programme degree and started her career as a Sports
Russell Group/UCAS Consultant, based in London working on large scale
international events including the Tokyo Olympics.
Non University Route
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IZZY FURNESS
FORMER BEVERLEY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT JUAN CELESTINO
FORMER BEVERLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL STUDENT
A LEVEL
ACCOUNTING
100% EXAMINATION
Accounting provides an Accounting allows students
excellent foundation for those to develop quantitative data
wishing to pursue a career in analysis and interpretation skills,
the financial sector and for whilst the inclusion of ethics and
those considering starting their an emphasis on management
own business. accounting will give students BTEC LEVEL 3
BUSINESS
the confidence to communicate
The course has been developed information to non-accountants
in association with the and future clients.
professional bodies, including 60% EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT 40% INTERNAL ASSESSMENT
CIMA and ICAEW and thus
incorporates an element of both
financial and management
accounting, therefore providing There are many different career 2. Diploma
a solid knowledge of the paths for those who wish to
subject for those entering the work within the business sector. This size qualification equates
accounting profession. These include management, to 2 A Levels and also has
HR, finance, marketing a combination of both
and business information external (40%) and internal
management, with the (60%) assessments, with resits
opportunity to work both in the available on both. In addition to
UK and internationally. Our two the above topics, students will
BUSINESS
- year courses aim to prepare also study: A LEVEL
students with the knowledge
they would need to work in
any industry, create their own
• Unit 4: Managing and Event
• Unit 5: International Business BUSINESS
100% EXAMINATION
business or to further their • Unit 6: Principles of
& FINANCE
education at university. Management
• Unit 24: Employment Law
The qualification is available in A Level Business is for wish to pursue a career in
A LEVEL two different forms: students with an interest in business management and
ECONOMICS
Studying a Level 3 qualification how businesses operate. As there are many well-known
is challenging and requires our consumers, we should all organisations in retail and
1. Extended Certificate
students to be organised as well know the way businesses manufacturing which offer
This size qualification equates to
100% EXAMINATION as proactive during their time produce and supply goods training programmes leading
1 A Level and a combination of
away from the classroom. and services that we all use. to recognised qualifications.
both external (60%) and internal
(40%) assessment is used, with You may wish to study a
Economics is a great choice You should have a genuine To help support our students, You may be interested in business-related course at
resits available on both types of
for students who have an interest in current affairs and be the BTEC Business team offer running your own business university and A Level Business
assessments. We offer a unit by
active interest in how we, as confident in your numerical skills additional support sessions that in the future and this course would be a valuable entry
unit approach of delivery and
individuals and as a society, and written ability for essays. are focused on aspects of the provides a solid foundation qualification.
the content includes;
make choices. Economics is a challenging curriculum that students may for such a venture. You may
• Unit 1: Exploring Business find challenging. In addition,
subject which is highly regarded
Economics at its most by universities and employers. • Unit 2: Developing a Marketing the team are extremely
fundamental is how individuals Campaign approachable and will offer
ALFIE HARKER
and society solve the problem Whilst studying this course, you • Unit 3: Personal and Business help both inside and outside FORMER MALET LAMBERT SCHOOL STUDENT
of resources that are limited and will develop communication Finance of the classroom. On top of
the unlimited demand for them. and analytical skills which will this, with the use of visits to
• Unit 8: Recruitment and international, national and
be valuable attributes for either Selection Process
Most students have not studied undergraduate study or full time local businesses, talks from
Economics before and we do employment. guest speakers as well as
not expect previous knowledge participation in entrepreneurial
of the subject. competitions, we ensure that
learners have a programme
that is engaging and relevant
and fully prepares them for
AARON LILL
FORMER MARVELL COLLEGE STUDENT progression onto their next steps.
22 23CAROL WATSON ANNA GORELENKOVA
WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2021/2022 PROSPECTUS FORMER BEVERLEY LONGCROFT SCHOOL STUDENT FORMER KINGSWOOD ACADEMY STUDENT WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2021/2022 PROSPECTUS
A LEVEL
GRAPHIC DESIGN
VISUAL
60% COURSEWORK 40% EXAMINATION
Graphic Design is an excellent We offer an imaginative course
choice for anyone with a vivid with considerable opportunities
interest in visual communication, to experiment with media and
ARTS
the art of conveying an idea creative design work, where
with words and imagery for a you will work with a variety
commercial purpose. of materials, techniques and
processes in order to express and
The course enables students to answer a visual problem with
explore aspects of graphic design imagination.
such as illustration, typography
and advertising through a varied The course demands a strong
approach of media. work ethic and independent
commitment. If you achieved
Students are encouraged good grades and enjoyed Art
to combine traditional hand at school then this could be the
rendered methods of painting and course for you.
printmaking with digital methods
such as Photoshop. Graphic Design is often studied
A LEVEL alongside related courses such as
FINE ART
Fine Art and Photography, but can
also serve as a complementary
study route, offering an element
60% COURSEWORK 40% EXAMINATION of variety to an intense academic
programme.
Fine Art is an excellent choice minded, determined and really
for anyone with a vivid interest want to develop your existing
in observed drawing, painting skills and broaden your horizons
and printmaking. then this could be the course FOUNDATION DIPLOMA A LEVEL
Considerable opportunities
exist for media exploration and
for you.
Fine Art is often studied
ART & DESIGN
100% COURSEWORK
PHOTOGRAPHY
60% COURSEWORK 40% EXAMINATION
creative design work, working alongside related courses
with a variety of materials, such as Graphic Design and
techniques and processes. Photography, but can also serve
as a complementary study Students who wish to study If you are currently studying Photography at Wyke is aimed Students will have successfully
The course demands a strong route, offering an element of an Art and Design related Art related subjects at Level towards students with a keen completed practical work at
work ethic and independent variety to an intense academic discipline at degree level are 3 and have genuine passion, interest in photography and Wyke Start for the department.
commitment. If you are open- programme. recommended to complete intellectual rigour and a desire lens based media. An interest in photography is
a Foundation course in to pursue a career route in an absolutely essential and prior
preparation. Art related area, this course will A wide range of facilities exist creative study is considered an
assist you in deciding upon an that will allow an in depth advantage.
This programme will broaden area of specialism and provide exploration of processes and
your creative thinking and you with the quality of portfolio techniques. Photography is
making processes, support necessary to gain access to often studied alongside courses
your UCAS and portfolio degree level study. such as Media Studies and
application to your chosen Graphic Design, but can also
university and enable you to serve as a complementary
mature as an independent study route, offering an
creative practitioner. element of variety to an intense
academic programme.
THIS COURSE IS ONLY ACCESSIBLE TO
STUDENTS WHO HAVE ALREADY COMPLETED
AN ART BASED QUALIFICATION AT LEVEL 3
JOHANN OVERMEER
24 FORMER DRIFFIELD SCHOOL STUDENT 25ISAAC REID
WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2021/2022 PROSPECTUS FORMER BEVERLEY LONGCROFT SCHOOL STUDENT WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2021/2022 PROSPECTUS
A LEVEL A LEVEL
BIOLOGY
100% EXAMINATION
AFFILIATED TO THE
PRE-MEDICAL
PROGRAMME
AFFILIATED TO THE
PRE-MEDICAL
PROGRAMME
PHYSICS
100% EXAMINATION
KIERAN ROBINSON
FORMER HULL TRINITY HOUSE ACADEMY STUDENT
Biology is a great choice of a cell, the organ systems that Physicists study the laws that If you are interested in applying
subject for students who support life and the way that govern the universe, where for a degree course in these
want a career in health and organisms interact with their they originate and how they areas of study, you will find
clinical professions, such as environment. behave in a range of contexts. most universities also require
medicine, dentistry, veterinary Through 9 theoretical sections Mathematics at A Level.
science, nursing, physiotherapy, The course aims to supply and 12 assessed practical Apart from Mathematics,
pharmacy or optometry. students with knowledge of investigations, students other subjects that would
the core concepts and theories discover how scientific theory complement Physics include
The course content also allows that underpin biological transforms into deeper Further Maths, Chemistry,
progression into degrees or phenomena, which can then be knowledge and understanding. Biology, Information Technology,
apprenticeships in medical applied to a variety of different Music Technology and
research, zoology, microbiology, situations. We recommend studying A Geography.
biochemistry or genetics, as Level Mathematics alongside
well as a wide range of science An A Level in Biology is also a A Level Physics. A Level Physics A Level Physics provides ideal
careers. great choice for anyone with provides ideal preparation for preparation for almost any
an interest in the subject who further study in the Physical career. It teaches students how
A Level Biology comprises wishes to study it alongside Sciences or in any kind of to analyse complex problems
eight theoretical units covering a set of complementary or Engineering. and gives students a strong
a range of topics that are contrasting subjects. Examples quantitative background that
supported by twelve required might include Chemistry, can be applied in any technical
SCIENCES
practical activities. The course Physics, Mathematics, field.
content is vast in scope: from Geography, Psychology,
the small molecules that make Physical Education or Religious
up living organisms, to the Studies.
activities that take place inside
ELISHA FROGGETT
AFFILIATED TO THE FORMER SOUTH HUNSLEY SCHOOL STUDENT
PRE-MEDICAL JAMES MCKAY
A LEVEL PROGRAMME BTEC LEVEL 3 FORMER MALET LAMBERT SCHOOL STUDENT
CHEMISTRY
100% EXAMINATION
APPLIED SCIENCE
EXTENDED CERTIFICATE - 75% COURSEWORK
(OF WHICH 30% INVESTIGATIVE AND PRACTICAL SKILLS) (SOME EXTERNALLY ASSESSED) 25% WRITTEN EXAM
DIPLOMA – 70% COURSEWORK
(SOME EXTERNALLY ASSESSED) 30% WRITTEN EXAM
Chemistry is excellent of topics from energetics and
preparation for students thermodynamics to proteins
looking to extend their and DNA. Teaching on the
Level 3 Applied Science is an concentrating on how scientists
understanding of a key physical subject involves a mixture of
ideal BTEC for those students and others use science in their
science. It is a central science theory based lessons and
who are aiming for a broad work. You will also learn how
which opens up the possibility practical activities which
range of science related science contributes to our
of a huge range of science underpin the material being
careers, such as nursing, lifestyle and the environment
related university courses and taught. Students have regular
laboratory work, forensic in which we live. The course
jobs. These include medicine topic assessments to monitor
analysis, disciplines in sport or is available as an Extended
and health related professions progress on the course with
primary teaching or simply wish Certificate (1 A Level
such as dentistry, pharmacy interventions put in place as
to study science to complement Equivalent) and a
and veterinary sciences, as necessary to ensure student
their other studies. Diploma (2 A Level
well as chemical engineering, success.
Equivalent).
optometry and courses that
The Applied Science course
overlap with maths and Chemistry overlaps well with
will allow you to study how
physics. any of the other science based
science is applied in many
subjects with students usually
different types of professions
Students study three main also studying one or more of
and industries. The focus of
branches of chemistry; Biology, Physics or Mathematics.
the course is scientific usage,
CHARLOTTE PATERSON inorganic, organic and physical
FORMER WOLFRETON SCHOOL STUDENT chemistry covering a range
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CHLOE RICKLES
FORMER WINIFRED HOLTBY ACADEMY STUDENT
PATRICK DOOKS A LEVEL
FILM STUDIES
FORMER BRIDLINGTON HEADLANDS SCHOOL STUDENT
70% EXAMINATION 30% COURSEWORK
MEDIA &
Film Studies is a great choice • The significance of film and
for anyone looking to improve film practice in national, global
their skills in essay writing, and historical contexts.
research and film production. A • Film and its key contexts
Level Film Studies prepares you
FILM
including social, cultural,
for further academic study. political, historical and
technological contexts.
The WJEC Eduqas A Level in Film
Studies aims to enable learners • The different ways in which
to demonstrate knowledge and spectators respond to film.
understanding of:
Students will be required to
• A diverse range of film, study a variety of films on the
including documentary, course such as Vertigo, La La
film from the silent era, Land, Sunrise and Pulp Fiction.
experimental film and
BTEC LEVEL 3 EMMANUEL CHUKWULOBE EMILIA BARRY short film.
CREATIVE DIGITAL
FORMER KINGSWOOD ACADEMY STUDENT FORMER BEVERLEY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT
MEDIA PRODUCTION ANDORRA LYONGA
(FILM & TV PRODUCTION)
FORMER MALET LAMBERT SCHOOL STUDENT
60% COURSEWORK 40% EXAMINATION
A LEVEL
MEDIA STUDIES
70% EXAMINATION 30% COURSEWORK
BTEC Creative Digital Media Production is an
exciting and practical course which is equivalent
to 1 A Level and offers a number of transferable
skills in preparation for employment or further
A Level Media Studies is a great course option
educational study.
for any student with an academic interest in the
Media and/or thoughts of following a university
This course is for students who want to focus
course in Media, Film, Journalism, Cultural
on the pre-production, production and
Studies, Politics, History or Sociology.
postproduction elements of making media
products. The course allows progress in to areas
The OCR specification allows students the
such as; Television and Film, Radio, Sound
opportunity to explore and analyse a range of
Recording, Print-Based Media, Interactive Media,
media products across a variety of platforms.
Games Development, Communications and
Texts studied include: Long form TV dramas
Journalism.
Stranger Things and Trapped an Icelandic
production for a comparative study. The
Units studied include:
exploration of Audiences and institutions
Unit 1 - Media Representation (2 hour on screen
looking at BBC Radio 1 Breakfast Show, Walt
examination)
Disney’s Jungle Book and Minecraft. Media
Unit 4 - Pre Production Portfolio (Coursework/
representations are analysed looking at focusing
Planning)
on The Big Issue, Lucozade, Shelter and Old Spice.
Unit 8 - Responding to a Commission (Timed
Assessment)
Unit 11 - Radio Production - Fiction (Coursework/
Production)
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CONNOR LINDSAY
SOCIAL SCIENCES
FORMER BEVERLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL STUDENT
A LEVEL
PSYCHOLOGY
& PHILOSOPHY
ISABELLE HEATH 100% EXAMINATION
FORMER WOLFRETON SCHOOL STUDENT
Psychology is a great choice if than others?’ and ‘What is
you have a genuine interest in schizophrenia and how can it
learning a scientific approach be treated?’
to understanding human
behaviour. Psychology works well with
WJEC LEVEL 3 Sociology, Criminology, Biology,
CRIMINOLOGY
50% INTERNAL ASSESSMENT 50% EXAMINATION
Although Psychology is a
fascinating subject, it demands
a thorough, logical and rigorous
PE, Business and Economics,
to name but a few. There
are many options regarding
understanding of methodology careers – you could complete
which can be used to evaluate further study and become a
The Criminology course is an Complementary options human behaviour. Most of our clinical, educational or sports
excellent choice for anyone with studied alongside Criminology students have not studied psychologist. Many psychology
an interest in criminal behaviour although not exclusively are, GCSE Psychology at school but graduates become counsellors
and the impact of criminality. Psychology, Sociology, Law, many of our students go on to or are involved in social work
The course investigates the History and Government and study Psychology at university. in some way. In addition,
theories behind criminality Politics. Psychology is well respected
and why individuals engage in The content of the course is by large organisations and
criminal activity. Students will The course can lead to a wide varied and tries to answer businesses.
be invited to explore the impact range of career opportunities questions such as, ‘Why do
criminality has upon society. and opens up a study path some people obey more readily
at university in subjects such
as Criminology, Criminal
Psychology, Law and Sociology.
A LEVEL Sociology is the study of Sociology is an engaging,
SOCIOLOGY
100% EXAMINATION
society and of people and
their behaviour.
thought-provoking subject,
encouraging you to think
differently about your life
We question everything in our experiences. You will develop
A LEVEL society: your skills of critical thinking,
evaluation and essay writing.
PHILOSOPHY, ETHICS
• Why are there gendered
subject choices in schools?
A Level Sociology is 100%
• Why do women still do more
& RELIGIOUS STUDIES
examination. You will sit three
housework and childcare 2 hour exam papers at the
than men? end of the course. The exams
100% EXAMINATION • Why are crimes committed by are essay-based, so a love of
wealthy individuals ignored? reading and writing is essential.
Philosophy, Ethics and Religious Philosophy, Ethics and Religious • Why is the White British
Studies is a course designed Studies asks you to ponder population less religious Sociology opens doors to a
to stimulate your intellect some important questions today? range of careers including
and broaden your horizons. within modern society, it is a teaching, law, social work,
During your studies, you will highly critical and engaging journalism, civil service and the
A Level Sociology involves
develop your ability to produce subject. Good reading and police.
a detailed analysis of British
coherent academic essays, as writing skills are essential society: our families, the
well as to articulate logical and components for succeeding on A Level Sociology goes well
education system, criminal and
convincing arguments of your this course. with other social science/
deviant behaviour and the
own. humanities subjects including;
beliefs individuals hold.
*This course will be certified as Psychology, Criminology,
The subject aims to teach you A Level Religious Studies History, Government and
essential academic skills such Politics and Religious Studies.
as analysis, evaluation and
critical thinking.
NIAMH LAMBERT SALEH MOHAMED
FORMER GOOLE ACADEMY STUDENT FORMER WOLFRETON SCHOOL STUDENT
30 31WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2021/2022 PROSPECTUS WYKE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 2021/2022 PROSPECTUS
A LEVEL BTEC LEVEL 3 A LEVEL
PERFORMING DRAMA & THEATRE
40% EXAMINATION 30% COURSEWORK 30% PRACTICAL
DANCE
67% COURSEWORK 33% EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT
DANCE
50% PRACTICAL 50% THEORY
ARTS
This course is for students who in a range of theatrical styles This course is perfect for those This course is for anyone This course is for anyone 2. 3-4min performance in
are interested in combining and periods and historical, who love to dance practically. It interested in studying dance. interested in studying dance a Contemporary or Jazz
the activities of exploring plays social, and cultural contexts. is the equivalent in size to one You do not have to be pursuing through the creation and Quartet.
and creating theatre. Students • Learn how relevant research, A Level and covers a variety a career in dance to take this performance of choreography, 3. Take the role of
must have an interest in the independent thought and of dance styles with a heavy course, nor have studied GCSE and the written analysis of Choreographer for a 3-4min
analysis and evaluation of analysis of live theatre proportion of coursework- or BTEC Dance, or any specific dance repertoire. You do not Group Piece in response to an
live theatre from a directors’ production can inform decision based assessments. Most of the dance styles before, but having have to be pursuing a career externally set task.
perspective. It is essential that making in their practical work assessments will be practical, prior practical experience is in dance to take this course,
students attend regular live and put this understanding including involvement in our essential. All applicants should and the skill-set developed on
theatre performances during annual show production. You attend the Wyke Start practical the course provides a range Component 2:
into practice. Critical Engagement
the course. will take a variety of roles audition workshops in order to of favourable skills for both
• Experience the ways in which including both a performer be accepted on the course. employment and university. You This theory part of the course
On the course students will: theatre makers collaborate to and choreographer. You will do not need to have studied includes both the detailed
create theatre. also keep reflective logbooks GCSE Dance before, but having analysis of two dance works,
• Create, perform, and respond Year 1:
to drama and theatre. and evaluative reviews to prior practical experience is and an understanding of the
All applicants should attend track your progress and • Unit 3: Group Performance essential. All applicants should contextual background to that
• Develop the creativity and Wyke Start and complete a development. Your externally Workshop (externally assessed) attend the Wyke Start practical work.
independence to become diagnostic audition consisting of assessed unit involves being • Unit 12: Contemporary Dance audition workshops in order to
effective theatre makers. 1. Set work Rooster by
practical and written elements set a choreographic task by Technique be accepted on the course. Christopher Bruce, and
• Explore the relationship prior to enrolment. the exam board in which you • Unit 34: Developing Skills and Rambert Dance Company
between theory and practice respond to a stimuli to create Techniques for Performance Component 1: (1966 – 2002).
a dance piece in groups. The Performance and
Year 2: 2. Set work Sutra by Sidi
performance produced is filmed Choreography
• Unit 14: Choreography for Live Larbi Cherkaoui, and the
and sent away for external 1. 2-3min Solo in the style of a
Performance Independent Contemporary
BTEC LEVEL 3 assessment. famous choreographer. Dance Scene.
PERFORMING ARTS (ACTING)
• Unit 22: Movement in
Performance
67% COURSEWORK 33% EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT
LYDIA NAYLOR
FORMER BAYSGARTH SCHOOL STUDENT
MEGAN WHITE This is a vocational course for and sent away for external
FORMER WOLFRETON SCHOOL STUDENT students who have a keen
interest in the Performing Arts
assessment. This course is for
anyone interested in studying
SAM METCALF WINNERS OF
THE PEARSON
FREYA NOMAN FORMER HULL TRINITY HOUSE ACADEMY STUDENT
FORMER HESSLE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT as an actor, and for students Performing Arts. You do not
FE TEACHING TEAM
who wish to continue to have to be pursuing a career LIZZIE GILL
FORMER HOWDEN SCHOOL STUDENT
develop their physical and in the arts to take this course,
vocal performing skills. nor have studied GCSE or BTEC KATIE SHELLEY
FORMER HORNSEA SCHOOL STUDENT
OF THE YEAR AWARD*
Performing Arts prior to Wyke,
The emphasis for this course but having practical experience
is on employability within the is essential. All applicants should *PE, SPORT AND DANCE DEPARTMENT 2019.
industry and practical based attend the Wyke Start practical
learning. It is the equivalent audition workshops in order to
in size to one A Level and be accepted on the course.
covers a variety of acting units
with a heavy proportion of Year 1:
coursework-based assessments. • Unit 3: Group Performance
Most of the assessments will Workshop (externally assessed)
be practical, but you will also
keep reflective logbooks and • Unit 19: Acting Styles
evaluative reviews to track your • Unit 34: Developing Skills and
progress and development. Techniques for Performance
Your externally assessed unit
involves being set a task by Year 2:
the exam board in which you
• Unit 17: Screen Acting
respond to a stimuli to create
a performance in groups. The • Unit 29: Storytelling
performance produced is filmed
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