Strode`S College | EGHAM

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Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this prospectus. It should not however be assumed that there will be no
change affecting the arrangements described in this document before the start of, or during, the forthcoming academic year or in relation to subsequent years.
Strode’s College
High Street, Egham, Surrey TW20 9DR
Tel: 01784 437506 Fax: 01784 471794 Email: [email protected] Website: www.strodes.ac.uk
Strode’s College | Egham
Prospectus 2015
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A Level
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College overview 03
Choosing your programme of study
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History (American and World Affairs)
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Course guide
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History (Dictatorships and Democracies)
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Admission and application procedure
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History (Early Modern)
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Course Index
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Information and Communication Technology
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Law
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Health and Social Care
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Media Studies
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Music
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Music Technology
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Performing Arts (Acting)
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Performing Arts (Dance)
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Philosophy
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Photography
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Physical Education
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Physics
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Psychology
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Public Services
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Science
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Sociology
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Welcome from
our Principal
I am delighted to welcome you to the Strode’s College prospectus for 2015.
Strode’s Sixth Form College is a great place to study and we are highly
experienced in guiding young people onto the next step of their lives –
whether it is university, a gap year or straight into employment.
We are experts in providing high quality
sixth form education. We have been a Sixth
Form College since 1975. During this time,
many thousands of our students have
achieved notable success in a wide variety
of fields, academic, commercial, artistic,
dramatic, sporting and in the media, some
finding national recognition.
At Strode’s we provide a blend of tradition
with modern facilities that support high
quality teaching and learning. We are served
by excellent transport links which enable
students to come from a very wide area,
extending throughout North West Surrey,
Slough, Windsor and West London.
I very much hope that you will choose to
visit us at one of our Open Evenings to find
out more about courses, meet staff and
current students. You can join the growing
number of young people who believe that
Strode’s is the right place for their sixth form
education. My colleagues and I look forward
to meeting you!
Anne Fielding Smith
Principal
The 2015 prospectus will give you
information about life at Strode’s and
provide you with information about the
courses available.
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Our Purpose
Our purpose is to inspire students to fulfil their potential by providing a broad and high
quality education in a supportive and dynamic learning environment.
Our Core Values
At Strode’s, we are committed to:
Deliver excellence
to provide an inspiring, challenging and supportive learning
environment with high expectations of staff and students
Behave with integrity
to be fair, transparent, honest and consistent in everything we do
Respect each other
to value, support and develop the abilities and skills of our students and staff and to celebrate their successes
Value diversity
to create a caring community in which diversity is respected
and celebrated
Our Expectations
We set very high expectations of our students and in return we offer exceptional support
from our well-qualified, experienced and dedicated staff. We encourage students to develop
the self-confidence to fulfil their potential and achieve their ambitions in a supportive and
friendly environment where it is easy to settle in quickly.
Strode’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting
the welfare of learners
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Success, Study
and Support
Success
Strode’s is the largest provider of A level
education in northwest Surrey. We offer
over 50 subjects at A level and a growing
range of Level 3 BTECs. Intermediate (Level
2) courses are also available, as well as a
wide variety of enrichment courses. You will
follow an individual learning programme
designed to fulfil your aims and aspirations.
You will learn alongside your teachers
and peers. You will be given the space to
develop your individuality and achieve
your potential.
Study
Every student has an individual and
personalised timetable. Your day at College
will be different from school. Whilst you will
spend about half of your time in lessons,
you will also have some free periods which
you will need to use for self-managed study,
including preparing for lessons, coursework,
assignments and reviewing your learning.
Staff are on hand in our Learning Centre to
help you develop your skills.
We expect you to work independently for
on average five hours per week for each
subject you are studying. We encourage
you to spend about half of your independent
study time in College. You can access our
Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)either at
College using a College computer, using
the College’s wi-fi network, on your own
laptop or mobile phone, at home, or in a
public library.
Support
During the last inspection, Ofsted judged
our student guidance and support to
be ‘Outstanding’. We provide high
quality information, advice and guidance
through our careers service and tutorial
system to assist students to progress to
higher education, apprenticeships and
employment.
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“The teachers are
outstanding and
offer great support
when needed. I’ve
gained skills and
friends that I will
keep for life”
Robert Berning
(Ex Thamesmead School)
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The Sixth
Form College
Experience
Your journey at Strode’s is just beginning and along the way you will face
new challenges, develop your potential and achieve your goals.
Sixth Form College life is exciting but comes
with greater individual responsibility. You will
flourish in a more adult environment where
mutual respect is paramount. Strode’s can
help you, from your first enquiry for advice
on courses, to progression on to your next
career steps.
As a designated Sixth Form College,
Strode’s provides a fresh start, with a key
focus on preparation for the next step of
your life.
As a community of around 1500 students
age 16-18, we are large enough to offer
an extensive range of courses where most
combinations of subjects are possible. At
the same time, we are small enough to
provide a close knit community in which
relationships between staff and students are
friendly and purposeful.
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College
Facilities
Our historic main building contains a high quality Learning Centre, a large
central hall and a range of high quality classrooms.
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Teaching
Studying
In our two newest buildings, the
Tercentenary Building and the Jubilee
Building which opened in 2012, you will
find modern classrooms and excellent IT
facilities which are open to all students
throughout the day. The College has
recently invested in its Runnymede building
offering two new fully-equipped Physics and
Chemistry laboratories plus a fully-stocked
preparatory room and office. We now
offer state-of-the-art science teaching and
learning facilities for all our science students
to use.
The Learning Centre (LC) is a large open
plan study area which provides seating
for over 200 students. There are over 80
PCs with fast broadband access. You can
use the Internet, online journals or read
newspapers, magazines and books. The
LC also provides access to a variety of
e-resources and the College VLE. With
over 30,000 resources, including books
and DVDs, the LC offers a wide range of
materials for all subject areas and interests.
Other study areas around the College
include silent study rooms for independent
study and group study facilities where
students can work together on projects
and presentations. Our classrooms and IT
facilities all include high quality interactive
technologies.
Sports
Student Centre & Café
There are a great range of sports facilities
including a large sports field with extensive
football and rugby pitches, netball and
tennis courts. A well-equipped fitness
suite is situated next to our large indoor
sports hall and is available for you to train
in or help you relax alongside your
academic studies.
Our Student Centre contains our student
support services, where you can seek
advice and support on all aspects of
College life and our spacious airy café,
which overlooks our large sports fields,
serves meals throughout the day. You can
sit and relax, meet new friends and enjoy a
drink or quick snack in between lessons.
Performing &
Creative Arts
Our facilities include two Drama studios, a
Music suite with a digital recording studio
and a suite of Apple Mac computers. We
also have four Art studios including a
Textiles facility, a Photography dark room
and studio. In addition, we offer a Design
studio and workshop, a Dance studio and
digitalised computer rooms for Media and
Film students.
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“The College has
a great feel and I
have enjoyed my
time at Strode’s”
Kenneth Fellingham
(Ex Jubilee High)
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Around Our Site
CAFE &
STUDENT
CENTRE
FOUNDER’S
BUILDING
NEVILLE
ATCHLEY
SPORTS HALL
JUBILEE
BUILDING
LEARNING
CENTRE
DRAMA STUDIO
MAIN BUILDING
COURTYARD
RUNNYMEDE
BUILDING
FRONT
LAWN
ALMSHOUSE
EAST
ALMSHOUSE
WEST
TERCENTENARY
BUILDING
COOPERS’
HALL
MAIN ENTRANCE
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Support And
Guidance
In our most recent inspection report, Ofsted described
our Student Guidance, Support and Educational and
Social Inclusion as ‘Outstanding’.
Our regular student surveys show students value not just
the academic excellence and the breadth of choice that
Strode’s provides, but also the friendly and supportive
atmosphere at the College.
Whilst many students come to Strode’s on their own or with only
two or three friends from their previous school, our size ensures it is
easy to make new friends. We help you to settle in quickly and our
emphasis on care and support means that academic achievement
and personal happiness go hand in hand.
Each student is assigned to a tutor group, with a tutor who they
meet with in small groups weekly and every half term on a one-toone basis.
In addition to formal reports, progress in subjects is monitored
through Individual Learning Plans that set clear targets. These are
regularly reviewed by teachers and tutors. Parents and Carers have
access to online information via the Strode’s Hub.
Mentoring
Mentoring at Strode’s helps to support and encourage students to
manage their own learning and maximise their potential. Students
are mentored by experienced students, matched by subject area.
Mentors meet with their mentee in College and also communicate
by email.
Additional Learning Support
We welcome applications from students with learning needs or
disabilities. We provide expert help with transition from school or
home learning to College. We offer a wide range of support, from
assistive technology, to exam access and arrangements for Guide
Dogs. Please contact our Learning Support Team if you would like
further information about how we can help you as an individual.
Counselling
Our Counsellor meets with individual students who are listened to,
respected and given space to talk about whatever is upsetting or
worrying them. Expressing thoughts and feelings in this way often
helps students to find a more helpful way forward.
Chaplaincy
Our Chaplain supports the development of students’ values, faiths
and beliefs. Students of many different faiths, or none, get involved
in debates and events such as One World Week.
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Helping You
Achieve Your
Potential
A*spire
Are you up for being really challenged intellectually? Do you want to meet
and work together with other students who are just as bright as you are?
Are you interested in applying to the most prestigious universities in the
UK and abroad to study the most important and exciting subjects? If this
sounds like you, then join the A*spire programme!
You will have, or be aiming to achieve, a minimum of 3 A* GCSE grades in traditional
subjects, but will probably have around 7. In addition to this you already have chosen to
study at least one facilitating subject at College in September. The level of commitment
demanded by this programme is necessarily high, but you will find the sessions, which will
take place after College once per week, both exciting and thought provoking.
The A*spire programme will help you to expand your capacity to absorb information, and
will train you to think at a level well in excess of that demanded by A levels. Through a range
of varied activities you will gain both the necessary confidence and skill in being able to
articulate your well-reasoned thoughts about a topic or idea given to you at short notice. It
is precisely these skills, in combination with the ability to achieve A* grades at A level, that
leading universities and employers are looking for. The College has sent students to Oxford
and Cambridge to read subjects that span the entire academic spectrum, from Mathematics
all the way to Anglo-Saxon, Norse and Celtic studies.
The A*spire team look forward to meeting you in September!
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Student
Voice And
Participation
All students are members of the Student Council and can stand for election to
the Student Council Executive. The Executive is the voice of the student body.
There is a President, Treasurer, Secretary,
Entertainments Officer and Environment
Officer, as well as two Student Governors,
who develop strategic planning skills
through sitting on the College’s governing
body. The Executive meets and organises
activities, from environmental campaigns to
the Strode’s Got Talent competition.
Strode’s students nominate themselves
to take part in activities outside of the
classroom to make an impact and prepare
themselves for the future. You can develop
new skills for employment and university
through the opportunities we offer.
Students are welcome to start their own
committees or clubs, or join existing groups,
such as the Charity Committee. We are a
‘Giving Nation’ College; we support and
encourage students to campaign, raise
awareness. We have a thriving Amnesty
group and student newspaper.
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Our Community Volunteering Scheme
helps students to find local volunteering
placements.
Our enrichment activities, together with our
progression programme of talks, workshops
and alumni events can help you develop the
skills valued by universities and employers.
Mentors help first year students, giving
encouragement and sharing study skills.
Tutor representatives are elected from each
tutor group to give valuable feedback on the
student experience. Student Ambassadors
represent the College at our Introduction
Day, Year 10 Taster Days and Careers Fairs.
Individual students, past and present, are
invited to speak about their experiences at
Strode’s at events such as Open Evenings
and Prize Giving.
Enriching
Your College
Experience
Sport
Sports teams play weekly in a variety of
local and national competitions. Students
are encouraged to take part in sporting
activities and can choose from a wide
variety of team sports or make use of our
high quality and well-equipped fitness suite.
In recent years, Strode’s has won all the
major Surrey men’s and women’s football
cups and in 2013/2014 Sadiq Adebiyi was
selected for the England Colleges Men’s
Rugby Team.
Strode’s has a wide range of indoor and
outdoor sports facilities that are available
to all students. A range of sports can be
played in the multipurpose sports hall and
the large grounds offer students extensive
football and rugby pitches, netball and
tennis courts.
There is a strong tradition of success at
county, national and international level in a
number of sports including football, rugby,
golf, hockey, basketball, rowing, athletics
and swimming.
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“It’s good to
study and get a
qualification in
something you
genuinely enjoy!”
Melody Ebsworth
(Ex Fullbrook School)
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Performing
Arts
Numerous theatre visits and workshops enhance work in Drama, Theatre
Studies and Dance.
Swish, one of the College’s theatre companies, which is open to all students,
regularly presents student-devised plays at The Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
BTEC and A level students write and perform in plays and have taken their
pantomime on tour to local primary schools.
Dance students participate annually in a highly successful show, which this year was held at
The Questors Theatre, Ealing.
Film and Media students have the opportunity to make and present films and run their own
festival of original work each year. These are celebrated at the annual Henry’s Event.
Musicians are encouraged to form ensembles or join one of two Strode’s Big Bands as well
as participating in concerts and giving workshops in local schools. We are twinned with a
music school in Joinville-le-Pont near Paris and the Max Bruch Musikschule in BergischGladbach near Cologne. The annual twinning events are held on a rotating basis in the
three towns and Egham hosted the event in November 2013.
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Choosing Your
Programme of Study
All students are guided onto a programme of study which is appropriate to
their individual needs.
Many of our students follow one of our Advanced Level Pathways in
preparation for entry either to university, an apprenticeship or directly into
employment. The table on pages 21 and 22 explain the qualifications you will
need to achieve for entry onto your chosen programme of study.
You will be provided with plenty of
opportunities to decide which Pathway
is best for your individual circumstances.
School liaison staff from Strode’s visit many
schools in Surrey and West London to
talk to Year 10 and 11 students and their
parents. If you attend one of our partner
schools in Runnymede and Spelthorne, you
will be invited to a Taster Day in the summer
term of Year 10.
We hold Open Evenings every year at which
you can talk to staff and current students
about the courses we offer. If you decide
to apply to Strode’s, you will be invited for
an interview at the College during which
you will receive advice and guidance about
suitable Pathways and choice of courses.
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If you accept an offer of a place at Strode’s,
you will be invited to our Introduction Day
in late June where you meet other new
students, start the enrolment process and
attend introductory lessons in the subjects
you have chosen. Finally, once you receive
your GCSE results in August, you will attend
an enrolment interview to confirm your
programme of study.
All students are guided onto a programme
of study which is appropriate to their
individual needs. In choosing your courses,
we need to make sure that you meet the
entry qualifications and that you keep
options open for a range of careers in
the future.
Guidelines to help you
decide which subjects
to select:
•Are you building on your
academic strengths from
school?
•Do the course assessment
patterns suit your style of
working?
•What study skills are required
for the subjects you are
selecting?
•Do the subjects you are
selecting support your future
career / university plans?
•Do the subjects combine well
together?
•What are the general and
specific entry requirements for
each subject?
Student Profile
Name: Usama
Previous School: Jubilee High School
Subjects: Law, English Language, Maths (Statistics)
and French
I decided to come to Strode’s as it has a great variety
of enrichment courses to choose from. I am currently
studying Law, English Language, Maths (Statistics) and
French, which are all exceptional subjects in the way
they are taught. I mostly enjoy Law as it consists of many
different activities – such as the Mooting Competition,
which develops debating skills.
Teachers are very supportive and encouraging as they
individually prepare you for your future. It is also very easy
to approach a teacher or tutor on a one-to-one basis in
case you have any concerns.
Strode’s is a very diverse College with a welcoming
environment which makes it easy to meet new people
and make friends – especially as many students get to
know each other on induction days before College even
commences.
I am the President of the Student Council, which has
been a great experience. Currently my main aims are to
help organise the Leavers’ Do and the Fresher Bash. I
have met so many people through this role – it’s a great
way to be involved in College Life. During my second
year at Strode’s I aspire to help improve the College in all
possible ways with the help of the Student Council.
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Programme of Study Explained
A Level
All students are expected to follow a full time
programme of study consisting of three core courses
(or equivalent), tutorial and independent study. The
tutorial programme will operate in conjunction with your
core programme and independent study time will be
planned into your week.
A level courses are studied over two years and consist of
coursework and/or exams taken at the end of the course.
Advanced Pathways (Level 3)
These courses provide a more “hands on” approach to learning and
are usually assessed through practical assignments and coursework.
If you are progressing from a Level 2 BTEC to a Level 3 BTEC you
need to have achieved a BTEC Level 2 course with Merit, including a
Pass in the externally tested unit. This only applies if you have taken a
BTEC Level 2 course.
We offer two main types of courses at Level 3 –
A levels and BTEC courses.
If you have gained at least five A* to C grades including English,
you will be able to study a programme of three A levels or
a combination of A levels and Level 3 BTEC courses.
If you have gained at least four A* to C grades including English or
Maths, you will be able to study Level 3 BTEC courses.
If you have gained at least five A* grades in your GCSEs then
you may wish to add a fourth course to your programme of study,
subject to meeting the specific entry requirements.
Level 3 BTEC
Level 3 BTEC courses may be studied over one or
two years.
Level 3 BTECs are studied over one or two years:
• Level 3 Certificate is equivalent to an AS Level and is completed
in one year
• Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma is a two-year course which is
equivalent to one A Level
• Level 3 Diploma is a two-year course which is equivalent to two
A Levels
• Level 3 Extended Diploma is a two-year course which is
equivalent to three A Levels
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Students on the Advanced level Pathways may
choose any combination of A levels and/or Level 3
BTEC courses, subject to meeting the specific entry
requirements for each course. Full details of these can
be found on our website.
All students are required to take a relevant course in
Maths or English unless they have already achieved at
least a grade C in Maths and English Language GCSE.
Students may also need to re-take a GCSE subject,
such as Maths, English or Science, essential for further
study or particular careers.
Advanced Pathway: Level 3
Pathway
1
2
3
Programme
of Study
Academic
Achievements
Duration
Additional
Requirements
3 A Levels plus tutorial and
independent study
5 or more GCSEs at A* - C
grades including English
and Maths
2 years
Students need to meet the specific course
entry requirements (See Website)
Mixed Level 3 programme of
BTEC and A Level courses
plus tutorial and independent
study
5 or more GCSEs at grade
A* - C including English but
not Maths
2 years
Students can select:
1 x Diploma (equivalent to 2 A Levels)
plus 1 A Level
1 x Subsidiary Diploma (equivalent to 1 A Level)
plus 2 A Levels
2 x Subsidiary Diploma (equivalent to 2 A Levels)
plus 1 A Level
Level 3 BTEC programme
plus tutorial and independent
study
4 or more GCSEs at grade
A* - C including English or
Maths
2 years
Students can select a mix of :
1 x BTEC Diploma and
1 x Subsidiary Diploma
2 x BTEC Diplomas
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Intermediate Courses (Level 2)
and the Progression Pathway
All students are required to take a relevant course in Maths or
English unless they have already achieved at least a grade C in
Maths and English Language GCSE or equivalent.
If you have fewer than four A* to C grades at GCSE but
have at least two D grades and two E grades, or a Pass
in a Level 2 BTEC plus one D and one E grade, then you
could follow our Progression Pathway.
Both of the above Pathways also include a full tutorial programme
and allocated independent study time. Each Pathway will operate
over four days per week.
There are two Pathways for you to select from:
Successful completion of this programme can lead to study at Level
3 at Strode’s or another College.
1.Two BTEC Certificate courses alongside the relevant Maths and
English qualification at Level 1 or 2.
2.One BTEC Certificate alongside two GCSE courses including the
relevant Maths and/or English course at Level 1 or 2.
Intermediate Pathway: Level 2
Programme
of Study
Pathway
1
2
2 BTEC Certificate courses plus relevant Maths
and/or English qualification at Level 1 or 2
Less than 4 GCSEs grades at A* – C with at least
two D grades and two E grades
or
or
1 BTEC Certificate course alongside 2 GCSEs
including relevant Maths and/or English
qualification at Level 1 or 2
A Level 2 BTEC at Pass grade plus one D and one
E grade at GCSE
Subject information to help you
The list of subjects available with specific entry requirements is
in the course guide section of the prospectus on pages 24 to 45.
More detailed subject information is also available on our website.
Every attempt will be made to offer a wide choice of subject
options. Guidance on your choice of subjects is available at our
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Academic
Achievements
Duration
1 year
Open Evening and during your interview. Our Introduction Day in
June helps you experience each subject you have selected. This
helps you prepare for your final decision which is made during
enrolment in late August, once your GCSE examination results
are known.
Course Guide
“I have benefited
from my BTEC
course and found it
both enjoyable and
interesting”
Alice Free
(Ex The Matthew Arnold School)
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Applied Science
Art & Design
Art & Design
Art & Design
(Forensic Science)
BTEC Level 3
This course opens up vocational
career opportunities in the
field of forensic science and is
nationally recognised and valued
by both employers and in higher
education. The course appeals
to students wanting an alternative
to assessment through written
exams as it is largely assignment
based.
Entry Requirements:
General entry requirements for
a Level 3 Pathway, including a
grade C in Maths GCSE and
either grade C in Double Science
GCSE or a Merit in Level 2
Science BTEC/OCR.
Assessment:
A combination of coursework
and practical assessments, with
a focus on the ability to carry out
practical laboratory techniques.
Career progression:
This course equips students with
the skills, scientific knowledge
and understanding required for
progression to Higher Education
or to gain employment.
BTEC Level 3
This course develops a wide
range of artistic skills from
drawing and painting, surface
design, graphics, textiles and 3D
work.
The course is vocational, which
means the student’s work is
continually assessed with no
exams or timed tests. If you
have a real enjoyment of Art and
Design, like working in a lively
and creative environment and
want a double award Art and
Design course, then this course
could be for you.
Entry Requirements:
General entry requirements for a
BTEC Level 3 Pathway, including
a grade D in English Language
GCSE plus either a grade C
in Art and Design GCSE or a
Merit in Level 2 Art and Design
BTEC. Students will need to buy
workbooks and a starter kit of
materials.
Assessment:
100% coursework
Career progression:
Students with this qualification
can apply for a foundation course
in Art and Design or straight
onto a degree course in higher
education.
(Fine Art)
A Level
This is an exciting and
practical course. In the early
stages the emphasis is on
skill’s enhancement with
experimentation in techniques
unfamiliar to you. You will expand
and develop your visual language
skills by working in processes
such as drawing, painting,
printmaking, resist techniques,
mixed media and 3D sculpture.
In the later stages you will refine
your skills and techniques in the
media of your choice.
Entry Requirements:
General entry requirements
include a grade C in Art and
Design GCSE or a Merit in Level
2 Art and Design BTEC plus a
portfolio. Students will need to
buy workbooks and a starter kit
of materials.
Assessment:
Coursework units are worth 60%
and externally set assignments
with practical timed exams worth
40%
Career progression:
This course helps students to
prepare a portfolio for work in the
Creative Industries, or for entry
onto Art College.
(Photography)
A Level
This course provides you with
the practical skills to become
a competent and confident
photographic artist. You will
develop skills in a range of
photographic techniques whilst
learning about the history of
photography and the work of
other photographic artists. As
you progress, you develop your
skills and knowledge in both
practical and contextual elements
of photography.
Entry Requirements:
grade C in English Language
GCSE and a grade C in Art
and Design GCSE if taken or a
BTEC if taken or a portfolio
of work. Students will need
to buy workbooks and other
photographic materials when
starting the course.
Assessment:
Unit 1 & 3: worth 60% coursework
Units 2 & 4: worth 40% externally
set assignment with practical
timed exam.
Career progression:
This course helps students
prepare a portfolio for an
interview for work in the Creative
Industries, or for entry onto Art
College Foundation, BA or Higher
BTEC courses in Art and Design.
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Art & Design
Biology
Business
Business
(Textiles)
A Level
Textiles is a practical and
exciting art and design course.
You create your textile work
from first hand drawings and
paintings, developing your visual
and creative ideas through
techniques and media new to
you. The A2 course allows you to
build on the skills gained during
AS Textiles and to investigate
these subjects in more depth. It
also enables you to produce a
strong portfolio for interviews.
Entry Requirements:
grade C in Art and Design or
Textiles GCSE or a Merit in Level
2 Art and Design BTEC. Students
will need to buy workbooks, a
starter kit of materials and fabric
for their garments
Assessment:
Unit 1 & 3: worth 60% coursework
Units 2 & 4: worth 40% externally
set assignment with practical
timed exams
Career progression:
This course helps students
prepare a portfolio for an
interview for work in the Creative
Industries, or for entry onto Art
College Foundation, BA or Higher
BTEC course in Art and Design.
A Level
If you developed an interest in
Biology at GCSE and enjoy a
practical-based subject that
is relevant in our daily lives,
this course will appeal to you.
The course furthers both your
understanding of Biology and
your practical skills, with a strong
focus on Biochemistry and Cell
Biology, whilst at the same time
developing an understanding
of the relevance of Biology in
today’s world.
Entry Requirements:
a Level 3 Pathway, including at
least 5 A* - B GCSE grades and
a C in Maths GCSE and either a
B in Double Science GCSE or a
grade B in Biology GCSE.
Assessment:
Two written examinations in the
summer, plus laboratory-based
coursework
Career progression:
Students on this course can
progress to a wide range of
degree courses at university
including medicine, veterinary
science, dentistry, nursing
studies, physiotherapy,
pharmacology, forensic science,
marine biology and teaching.
Many of these courses will also
require an A level in Chemistry.
A Level
A level Business develops your
knowledge and understanding
of the world of business. The
course introduces current
business concepts and
techniques in Human Resource
Management, Marketing,
Operations Management and
Finance. While a great deal of
the material is explored through
practical exercises and research
with individual and group work in
class, there is a great emphasis
on written analysis, evaluation,
and numerical analysis in the
assessments.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE and a grade C in Maths
GCSE.
Assessment:
Two written examinations per year
Career progression:
This course provides an excellent
foundation for anyone wishing to
take employment in a variety of
aspects of Business or to go into
Higher Education.
BTEC Level 3
This course provides a very
useful qualification for those
interested in careers in a
business environment or higher
education. You study how to plan,
set up and manage businesses.
You discover how businesses
work, how to market a business
and how to manage human
resources and finance. The
focus of the course is on building
your practical understanding
of the business world through
coursework projects.
Entry Requirements:
grade D in English Language
GCSE.
Assessment:
Coursework based
Career progression:
Students with this qualification
can progress to a variety of
careers in the world of business.
Many of our previous students
have also gone on to study
business or related subjects at
university, or another College.
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Business
Chemistry
Citizenship
BTEC Level 2
During this vocational, workrelated course, you learn
about the world of business
by completing projects and
assignments that are based on
realistic workplace situations,
activities and demands. It
introduces you to particular areas
of employment and provides
a good basis to progress to a
more advanced work-related
qualification. This course is
available to students completing
a Level 2 Pathway.
Entry Requirements:
A minimum of two grade Ds and
two grade Es at GCSE or a Pass
in a Level 2 BTEC/OCR Diploma
plus one grade D and one grade
E at GCSE.
Assessment:
25% externally assessed 75%
coursework
Career progression:
This course is designed to equip
you with the skills, knowledge
and understanding required to
complete a range of roles in the
business world. The majority
of our Progression Pathway
students’ progress onto a Level 3
course to further their studies.
A Level
Chemistry is about everything. It
is the central science. If you want
to understand more about how
the world around you works and
look for patterns in the thousands
of chemical reactions which
occur in nature, this could be the
course for you. It is an exciting
laboratory based subject which
explores the laws of chemistry
and demonstrates how these
laws and the skills of the chemist
have been exploited to give us
our present high standards of
living.
Entry Requirements:
least 5 A* - B GCSE grades a
grade B in Maths GCSE and
either a grade B in Double
Science GCSE or a grade B in
Chemistry GCSE. We strongly
recommend Maths to be taken.
Assessment:
Two written exams and one
practical exam per year
Career progression:
All manufacturing industries,
pharmaceuticals, food
processing, cosmetics and metal
works use chemistry and the
skills of the chemist. Chemistry
is essential for medicine, biology,
chemical science and dentistry
and is desirable for any science
or engineering based course. It
is useful for nursing, catering,
dietetics, and environmental
studies.
A Level
This course examines legal,
political and sociological
content at both levels. Students
examine the nature of identity,
the concept of British-ness
and the relationship between
the individual and the state. An
understanding is developed
of citizens’ rights and
responsibilities, how a citizen’s
voice can be heard and the
importance of active citizenship.
Entry Requirements:
a Level 3 Pathway including a
GCSE.
Assessment:
Two written examinations per year.
Career progression:
This qualification is useful for
a variety of careers such as
teaching, legal practice, social
services, the Civil Service, local
government, public relations and
in management.
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Classical
Civilisation
A Level
In Classical Civilisation, you
develop your critical and
evaluative skills by analysing
evidence of different kinds from
the material studied about the
worlds of Ancient Greece and
Ancient Rome. You learn about
the differences and similarities
between the Classical world
and later times and thus gain
sensitivity to past societies whose
spiritual, cultural and moral
values and priorities contrast
with those of the modern western
world.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE.
Assessment:
Two written examinations per year.
Career progression:
Qualifications in Classical
Civilisation provide a good
starting point for university
courses and careers in
politics, law, business, history,
archaeology, the Civil Service,
teaching, museum work,
journalism and any other
career where having studied a
humanities subject would be
relevant.
Student Profile
Name: Mel
Previous School: Fullbrook Secondary School
Subjects: Media Production BTEC, Film Studies
and Photography
Even though my secondary school has a Sixth Form, I felt in
order to grow and mature I needed to leave my comfort zone
and enter a new environment with new people. I thought Strode’s
College was the best choice as at the Open Evening I already
felt welcomed. It’s such a beautiful building and full of the most
diverse people, as well as Strode’s College being renowned for
its academic success – it was such an easy decision for me!
I chose the subjects, because it’s in the career direction I want to
go – Creative Media. When I read about the BTEC at Strode’s, it
literally covered everything I wanted to learn. I’ve been fortunate
enough to be given the opportunity from Strode’s to study what I
want to study – making every day at College a pleasure.
I can’t fault my teachers! They all create a relaxed atmosphere
which makes me feel more of an adult; not patronised like
secondary school! Because of this I think it makes a better
learning environment. Their way of teaching is a lot more
dynamic, for example we do a lot of practicals with cameras.
This gives us the opportunity to familiarise ourselves with the
equipment and provides a taster of what to expect in the industry.
The facilities, specifically media, are fantastic – and allows you to
do practical work with them and even hire them for a weekend!
There’s nothing negative I can say about Strode’s so I would
undoubtedly recommend it.
I’m hoping to do my gap year after College working in resorts
abroad (specifically Egypt) as part of an entertainment year.
After that I’d like to do a degree in Media.
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Communication &
Culture
A Level
This is an exciting course which
combines elements of both
English and Media Studies,
focusing on how people
communicate effectively with
others in the 21st century. You
will explore and evaluate how
communication is used to
persuade, inform and influence
within and between cultures.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE.
Assessment:
50% written examination 50%
coursework
Career progression:
Communication and Culture
is useful in a vast number of
careers including Journalism,
Marketing, Advertising, Public
Relations, Business, Human
Resources, Sports Coaching,
Nursing and Teaching.
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Computing
A Level
A major emphasis of this
course is problem solving using
computers. You learn how to
write programs and develop
your algorithmic, mathematical
and logical skills. The second
strand of this course focuses
on the science of computers
themselves: how they perform
processes internally and how
they communicate. If you are
good at Maths and Science and
like puzzles and problem solving,
then Computing may be the
subject for you.
Entry Requirements:
grade B in Maths GCSE and
a grade B in a Science GCSE
subject.
Assessment:
One written exam and one online
exam
One written paper and one
coursework project
Career progression:
foundation for students to
study Computer Science at
university. It is also suitable for
those intending to study Maths,
Science or Engineering at
university.
Creative Media
Production
(TV & Film)
BTEC Level 3
This two year course, allows you
to work on a variety of television
and film productions such as
music videos, promotional
videos, short dramas,
documentaries and adverts. You
research, develop ideas, conduct
pre-production planning, film and
edit your work.
NB: This course is 100%
coursework based and mostly
practical. It is for students with a
genuine interest in moving image
for Television and Film. This
coursework does not cover print
based media.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE or a Merit in Level 2
Creative and Media BTEC.
Assessment:
100% coursework
Career progression:
Our most successful students
are those who have completed
work experience during the
course as well as creating a
detailed portfolio. Students go
on to work in Media and Film
based environments. Many of our
students have also gone on to
study Film and Media Production
at university.
Critical Thinking
AS Level
Critical Thinking is a challenging
course which develops analytical
skills, such as evaluating
evidence and the development of
reasoning skills. It helps you think
more precisely about everything
you read in the media and listen
to on the news. It supports the
thinking skills and tests that many
universities use as part of their
selection processes.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE.
Assessment:
Two written papers
Paper One: Introduction to
Critical Thinking
Paper Two: Assessing and
Developing Argument including
Multiple Choice
Career progression:
This qualification is particularly
useful for those considering
pursuing a career in Law and
those degrees that involve clarity
of argument.
Design & Technology
Design & Technology
(Graphic Products)
A Level
This is a creative course with an
emphasis on practical problem
solving in 3D using a range of
modelling materials. Design
themes include product design,
architecture, interior design,
packaging, promotional devices,
signage, street furniture and
environmental design e.g. Theme
Parks.
Your Coursework projects will
develop your investigative,
design, CAD and model-making
skills. All your final outcomes
will involve both graphic and
practical elements.
Entry Requirements:
grade C in a suitable Design and
Technology GCSE or a Merit in
Level 2 Art and Design BTEC.
Assessment:
60% coursework 40%
examination
Career progression:
Students have progressed
into related employment and
apprenticeships. They have also
gone on to study Degree courses
such as Product Design, Graphic
Design, Multimedia Design, 3D
Design, Computer Game Design,
Interior Design and Architecture.
(Resistant Materials)
A Level
The emphasis on this course is
about creatively solving practical
3D problems and producing
working prototypes of the final
product you have designed.
Design themes include product
design, furniture, electrical and
mechanical systems.
Your coursework projects will
develop your investigative,
design, CAD and workshop skills.
Your final prototypes could be
created from a wide variety of
resistant materials.
Entry Requirements:
grade C in a suitable Design and
Technology GCSE or a Merit in
Level 2 Art and Design BTEC.
Assessment:
60% coursework 40%
examination
Career progression:
onto related employment and
apprenticeships. They have
also gone on to study Degree
courses such as Product Design,
Furniture Design, Engineering,
Interior Design, Architecture, Civil
and Automotive Engineering.
Drama & Theatre
Studies
A Level
This course is for students who
enjoy reading and watching plays
and taking part in drama - as a
performer, director or designer.
You study a range of theatre
styles and genres including
Naturalism, Abstract Theatre,
Physical Theatre, Comedy and
Tragedy. You develop critical skills
by exploring and analysing the
world’s top theatre companies
and dramatists. Having been
inspired by this work, you
create your own productions for
examination.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE.
Assessment:
Two units per year 40% practical
coursework 60% one written
examination
Career progression:
Students have progressed to
a variety of careers including
acting, directing, journalism, law,
teaching, event management
and public relations. Many of our
students have gone on to study
Drama or Performance related
subjects at university. Students
have also created their own
theatre companies.
Economics
A Level
There has never been a better
time to study Economics: after
years of steady growth, societies
are faced with high levels of
national debt, the issue of
bankers’ bonuses, the potential
collapse of the Eurozone and
British banks being rescued by
the government after problems
in the American mortgage
market. This course helps you
to understand these and other
issues. You need to be able to
form logical arguments, analyse
data and communicate your
ideas effectively in writing.
Entry Requirements:
a grade C in Maths GCSE and
a grade C in English Language
GCSE.
Assessment:
Career progression:
Economics is an excellent
preparation for studying
psychology, geography, politics,
law or accountancy, as well
as economics at university.
Economics also provides good
preparation for careers in the Civil
Service, banks, city brokerages,
the media, and aid agencies.
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English Language &
Literature
A Level
This course is the study of
language within literature. You
will study a range of fiction
and non–fiction texts as well
as considering both the written
and spoken word. This course
develops the skills necessary to
identify and evaluate the linguistic
choices of writers and speakers
as well as enabling you to reflect
upon and refine your own skills
as a writer.
Entry Requirements:
Level 3 Pathway, including grade
Cs in both English Language and
English Literature GCSEs.
Assessment:
Two units per year 40% one
examination
Career progression:
Students achieving an A Level in
English Language and Literature
can progress to a range of
careers including teaching,
journalism, editorial work, speech
therapy etc. Many of our students
English at university; a degree in
English is an excellent foundation
for a wide variety of careers.
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English Language
English Literature
English Language
A Level
We use language in a variety of
ways and this course helps you
to develop the skills for exploring
and analysing the changing
patterns, structure and ‘rules’
of language. You will study and
analyse a range of spoken and
written texts, as well as refining
your own written skills and
commenting upon your linguistic
choices.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE.
Assessment:
examination
Career progression:
Students progress to a variety
of careers including journalism,
editorial work and speech
therapy. Many of our students
linguistics or related subjects
at university. Please note that
some universities prefer English
Literature as an A Level for an
English degree.
A Level
Literature is an art form through
which writers use language to
convey ideas and observations
about their own and imagined
worlds. This course offers you
the opportunity to explore the
construction and context of a
range of literary genres. You will
be encouraged to consider your
own literary preferences and with
your class teacher, help construct
your own area of study for course
work.
Entry Requirements:
Level 3 Pathway, including grade
Cs in both English Language and
English Literature GCSEs.
Assessment:
examination
Career progression:
Students achieving an A Level in
English Literature can progress
to a range of careers including
teaching, journalism, editorial
work, marketing and PR. Many
of our students go on to study
English Literature at university; a
degree in English is an excellent
foundation for a wide variety of
careers, demonstrating a high
level of academic discipline.
GCSE
This course is divided into
three core units. Unit 1 is about
understanding and producing
nonfiction texts. Unit 2 consists
of three speaking and listening
activities that are now separately
reported and Unit 3 focuses on
understanding and producing
creative texts. This course is for
any student who is on a Level 2
or 3 Pathway and who needs to
improve their grade D in English
Language GCSE.
Entry Requirements:
a Level 2 or Level 3 Pathway,
including grade D in English
Language GCSE.
Assessment:
Three units in one year. One
written examination (40%), three
speaking and listening tasks
under controlled assessment
(20%) and four written tasks
under controlled assessment
(40%)
Career progression:
A grade C in English Language
is one of the minimum entry
criteria requirements for many
Level 3 courses and employment
opportunities.
“I love the social life at
College! The fact that
everyone is new on the
first day, you are bound
to make new friends”
Julia Marcinkiewicz
(Ex Garth Hill College)
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Fashion & Clothing
Film Studies
French
General Studies
BTEC Level 3
This exciting and practical course
teaches you the skills needed to
produce patterns from design
drawings. You will research skirts
and bodices and then explore a
number of making techniques
such as pleats, darts and seams,
so that your design can be made
up in fabric. From your initial
ideas you produce samples and
learn about the different skills
involved in making a variety of
garments. Entry Requirements:
a D in English Language GCSE
and a grade C in Art and
Design or Textiles GCSE or a
BTEC. Students will need to
buy workbooks, a starter kit of
materials and fabric for their
garments.
Assessment:
You are assessed throughout
the course on the practical and
written research at the end of
each of the three units.
Career progression:
This course will be of particular
interest to those intending to
study fashion or garment-making
at a higher level. It will also help
students prepare a portfolio
for an interview for work in the
Creative Industries, or for entry on
to Art College Foundation, BA or
Higher BTEC courses in Art and
Design.
A Level
This course expands your current
knowledge and awareness of
the diversity of film as both art
and business. Throughout this
course you analyse the different
ways in which film is constructed
and the various ways in which
an audience will respond to a
film. Issues of representation
are also central to this course
as is an analytical mind. You are
encouraged to explore the social,
political and historical contexts
that have affected the types of
film that are made, as well as
engaging in a diverse range of
film outside the classroom.
NB: This course is mostly
theoretical and there is a focus
on analytical essay writing. There
is some practical element within
the coursework.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE.
Assessment:
Two units per year
one coursework
one written examination
Career progression:
are those who complete work
experience during the course
as well as creating a detailed
portfolio. Students often go on
to work in Media and Film based
environments.
A Level
Have you enjoyed studying
French at GCSE and want to
extend your language skills
further? Would you like to find
out more about the culture of
French-speaking countries? Are
you prepared to work that little
bit harder in order to achieve
something really worthwhile?
Entry Requirements:
GCSE and a grade B in French
GCSE.
Assessment:
Two units per year combining
listening, reading, writing and
speaking.
Career progression:
French combines very well with
a wide range of degrees but
can also be studied on its own.
Many students spend their third
year at university working in a
French speaking country gaining
valuable work experience. Having
good language skills greatly
improves employability and life
opportunities.
AS Level
This course tells employers and
universities that you have had a
good general education and that
you are a well-rounded person
who is able to think about and
discuss a wide range of current
issues, and appreciate that
every issue can be approached
from more than one point-ofview. You are expected to share
your general knowledge and
your expertise acquired in other
subjects with the rest of the class
in discussions and group work.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE.
Assessment:
Two written examinations
containing multiple choice
questions, data response
questions and questions based
on source material and essay
writing
Career progression:
Many universities count UCAS
‘points’ gained in General Studies
towards the entry requirements
for degree courses.
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Geography
German
A Level
Geography helps you to
understand and interpret our
changing world. You develop
your awareness of our physical
environment, the complex
interactions within and between
societies, economies, cultures
and environments and of the
importance of values and
attitudes.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE and a grade C in
Geography GCSE if taken.
Assessment:
Career progression:
Students’ progress to a variety of
careers, such as planning, estate
agency, coastal engineering,
military GIS, aid worker, teaching
and market analyst. Many of
our students have also gone on
to study Geography or related
subjects at university.
A Level
German at GCSE and want
to extend your language skills
German-speaking countries? Do
you want to develop your skills
in an increasingly significant
European language?
Entry Requirements:
GCSE and a grade B in German
GCSE.
Assessment:
speaking.
Career progression:
German combines very well with
a wide range of degrees but can
also be studied on its own. Many
students spend their third year at
university working in a German
speaking country gaining
opportunities.
Government &
Politics
A Level
This course is living proof
that Politics can be fun while
challenging! Our aim is for
students to recognise that Politics
is not just about the main political
parties. Indeed, it involves all of
us as we live in the community.
In the first year you study UK
Politics, while in A2 you study the
Politics of the USA.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE.
Assessment:
Career progression:
Many students who study Politics
at A Level go on to university
to read for a degree in Politics.
Students often go on to work in
the Civil Service or in teaching.
Some even go on to become
Councillors and MPs.
Health & Social Care
BTEC Level 3
Do you want to work in the Care
industry, maybe Nursing or Child
Care? This is an interesting
and demanding course with a
strong theoretical base that will
help you prepare by equipping
you with the communication
skills, organisational ability and
understanding of the core values
of the care sector.
Entry Requirements:
a Level 3 Pathway including a
grade C in English Language and
Science GCSEs.
Assessment:
100% coursework that may
include writing reports,
researching and evaluating
topics and case studies as
well as creating presentations,
designing posters and role play
activities.
Career progression:
Successful completion of this
course may lead into a career in
nursing, psychology, social work,
residential care management or
youth work. Health and Social
Care works well with Biology,
Psychology, Maths and English
Language.
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Health & Social Care
History
History
History
BTEC Level 2
This vocational, work-related
course is offered as an Award.
You gain a broad understanding
and knowledge of the health and
social care sector and develop
a range of personal skills and
techniques that are essential
for successful performance
in working life. This course is
available to students on Level 2
and Level 3 Pathways.
Entry Requirements:
E at GCSE.
Assessment:
coursework
Career progression:
course may allow progression to
a Level 3 Pathway, at Strode’s or
another College and into jobs or
further qualifications in health and
social care.
(America and World Affairs)
A Level
This course focuses on the
nineteenth and twentieth
centuries and gives an excellent
overview of key developments
within the USA and relations
between other Great Powers
across this period. Historical
skills developed at GCSE will be
strengthened as there is a strong
focus on extended writing and
engagement with sources. You
are expected to participate in
class debates and the emphasis
on student centred learning will
enhance your historical skills.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE and a grade C in History
GCSE if taken.
Assessment:
One written examination and one
coursework assessment
Career progression:
History is a subject that is
valued by universities and it also
provides an excellent foundation
for anyone wishing to take
employment in Education, the
Civil Service, Journalism and the
Arts.
(Dictatorships and
Democracies)
A Level
nineteenth and twentieth
centuries and gives an excellent
overview of key developments
within the Great Powers of
Europe across this period.
Historical skills developed at
GCSE will be strengthened
as there is a strong focus
on extended writing and
engagement with sources. You
will be expected to participate in
class debates and the emphasis
on student centred learning will
enhance your historical skills and
understanding.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE if taken.
Assessment:
Career progression:
Arts.
(Early Modern)
A Level
fifteenth and sixteenth centuries
in England and Europe and
provides an excellent overview
of the move from the Medieval to
the Early Modern period. You will
study the political and religious
changes in England and Europe
at this time and the emphasis on
military development and foreign
policy in the English modules
gives the course a swashbuckling
feel.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE if taken.
Assessment:
Career progression:
Arts.
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Student
Profile
Name: Troy
Previous School: Sunbury Manor School
Subjects: BTEC Sport Extended Diploma
and Fitness Instructor
Moving to Strode’s College wasn’t a
difficult decision for me. Sport plays a
major part in my life and I wanted to
continue studying. I heard that Strode’s
was the place to go if you wanted to
study sport, due to the great facilities and
teaching.
I’m really enjoying my subjects and the
teaching is excellent and I feel I’m learning
and developing my overall sporting
knowledge and skills daily. I like the fact
that the teachers are always willing to put
in the extra time and effort to help you out,
for example when I was stuck with the flow
of blood through the heart my teacher
explained it to me in great detail making it
very clear for me to understand.
I feel I have really thrived since being at
College. I have had the freedom to grow
and support has been available when I
needed it. After College I am planning to
pursue my sporting career even further
and plan to become a fully qualified
fitness instructor.
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Information &
Communication
Technology
A Level
Information and Communication
Technology (ICT) is an excellent
academic subject for students
who both enjoy using computers
and who want to learn more
about the underlying theory
of ICT. In theory lessons, you
learn how computers work and
communicate. You also learn
what computers can do for us as
users and their effects in society.
Good writing skills are essential.
In practical lessons, your work is
assessed by four to six tasks set
by the exam board, covering a
wide range of different packages
over the year.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE and a grade C in Maths
GCSE.
Assessment:
40% coursework 60% written
examination paper 40%
coursework 60% written
examination paper
Career progression:
This course is useful for entry
into IT and Business degrees.
Your practical skills in using a
wide variety of software to an
advanced Level should be helpful
in many careers.
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Information
Technology
Information &
Creative Technology
BTEC Level 3
This course offers a specialist
qualification delivered with a
vocational emphasis. All the
assessment is completed
through coursework.
Assignments relate to realworld scenarios. If you enjoy
coursework and feel you learn
best by completing practical
work, then a BTEC course in IT
could be right for you.
Entry Requirements:
a Level 3 Pathway, including
a grade C in Mathematics
GCSE and a grade D in English
Language GCSE. If taken, a
grade C in IT GCSE or a B in
CiDa or DiDa is accepted.
Assessment:
100% internally-assessed and
externally moderated coursework
Career progression:
The course is designed to
equip learners with the skills,
required for a wide range of
job roles in IT and business.
Alternatively students’ progress
to higher education at HND or
degree level.
BTEC Level 2
This is a vocational work-related
course. You use ICT to present
information effectively, taking into
account the expected audience
and how the document will be
used. You learn by completing
projects and assignments based
on realistic workplace situations.
This course is available to
students on the Level 2 Pathway.
Entry Requirements:
E at GCSE.
Assessment:
25% on-line test 75% coursework
Career progression:
The course is designed to
equip learners with the skills,
required for a range of job roles
and for progression to Level
3 courses at Strode’s or other
Colleges.
Law
A Level
Law is a challenging course
which aims to teach you the
basic principles of Law. The skills
you need to develop for these
courses (read, précis, essay
writing, analysis and evaluation)
provide an ideal preparation
for studying at university. Many
of our students have gone
on to study at universities
such as Oxford, Cambridge,
Southampton, Reading, Kent,
Brunel, Kingston, Hertfordshire
and Sussex, among many others.
Entry Requirements:
a grade C grade in English
Language GCSE.
Assessment:
Career progression:
While this course can lead into
jobs such as a solicitor, or a
barrister via a Law degree, it is
also relevant to careers such
as teaching, journalism, the
Probation Service, the Military, the
Civil Service or a job in the Police.
Mathematics
Mathematics
Mathematics
Use of Mathematics
(Further)
A Level
This course is for you if you found
GCSE Maths really easy, love
algebra and can’t wait to have
half of your timetable devoted
to learning new and exciting
maths topics! Further Maths is
essential if you wish to study for
a degree in maths or sciences
at the Russell group of leading
universities. Be prepared for
a real challenge, but also to
have fun and meet like-minded
academic students.
Entry Requirements:
a grade A in Maths GCSE.
Assessment:
6 x 1.5 hour exams in May/June
Career progression:
Many students secure places
at leading universities to study
maths, science, engineering,
actuarial science and
accountancy degrees, as well
as many other academically
challenging courses.
(Mechanics)
A Level
If you enjoy GCSE Maths,
particularly algebra, and wish to
study AS or A Level Physics, then
this course is for you. The course
extends what you have covered
at school, as well as introducing
you to important new ideas and
methods. The style of teaching
and learning will be different from
school and you will be introduced
to the idea of self-managed
learning. It takes some getting
used to, so we spend much of
the first term helping you adjust
to the new demands.
Entry Requirements:
a grade B in Maths GCSE.
Assessment:
3 x 1.5 hour exam in May/June
Career progression:
A Level Maths provides many
transferable skills, with many
students progressing on to both
science and non-science degree
courses. An increasing number
of students with Maths A Level
choose to work with accountancy
firms.
(Statistics)
A Level
If you enjoy GCSE Maths at
school, particularly algebra, and
have chosen to study one or
two Humanities A Levels, then
this course may be for you. The
course extends what you have
covered at school, as well as
introducing you to important new
ideas and methods. The style
of teaching and learning will be
different from school and you
will be introduced to the idea of
self-managed learning. We help
and support you to adjust to the
demands of study at this higher
level.
Entry Requirements:
a grade B in Maths GCSE.
Assessment:
3 x 1.5 hour exams in May/June
Career progression:
A Level Maths provides many
transferable skills, with many
students progressing on to both
science and non-science degree
courses. An increasing number
of students with A Level Maths
choose to work with accountancy
firms.
AS Level only
If you want to study a science
course but not AS Maths then
this is the course for you. You
will practise the maths that
you will use in AS science and
humanities courses, but will
avoid the abstract and problem
solving issues found in the AS
Maths courses. Use of Maths is
more accessible than AS Maths,
but still requires a good level of
maths knowledge from school
as well as an interest in all things
maths!
Entry Requirements:
grade C in Higher Level Maths
GCSE.
Assessment:
3 x 1 hour exams, using prerelease data sheets. There is no
coursework.
Career progression:
This course is designed
specifically to help you
understand the maths that is
used in other AS subjects.
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Mathematics
Maths Prep
Media Studies
Music
GCSE
If you achieved a grade D Maths
GCSE and need a grade C, then
this course is for you. It does not
matter whether you studied at
foundation or higher level. This
course is available to students
on both Level 2 and Level 3
Pathways. If you have a grade E
or lower in Maths GCSE, you will
need to take a Maths course at
Level 1. We prepare you to take
the GCSE in the summer but also
encourage and support if you feel
ready to re-sit in the November
beforehand.
Entry Requirements:
including a grade D in Maths
GCSE (Higher or Foundation
Level).
Assessment:
Two exams in May/June
Career progression:
Many employers require students
to have a grade C in Maths
GCSE. Almost all universities
have an entry requirement of at
least a grade C in Maths GCSE.
AQA Certificate in Use of
Maths
This is a level 1 maths course
for students who have a grade
E or below in Maths GCSE.
You will study units covering
data handling and money
management, plus a final unit
that brings different parts of
maths together in an accessible
way. This course will allow you to
regain your confidence and make
a fresh start with maths.
Entry Requirements:
Level 2 Pathway
Assessment:
2 x 1 hour exams plus 1 x 1.25
hour exam, all using pre-release
data sheets.
Career progression:
Successful completion allows
entry onto GCSE maths course in
your second year at College
A Level
The media is all around us and
is changing every day. Many of
us are not aware of the amount
of media that we consume
on a day-to-day basis or the
power that it exerts over us. This
course studies a range of media
to analyse the ways in which
it is constructed and how, as
audiences, we are positioned by
the information we receive.
NB: This course is mostly
theoretical and there is a focus
on analytical essay writing. There
is some practical element within
the coursework.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE.
Assessment:
Two units per year one
coursework one written
examination
Career progression:
are those who have completed
work experience during the
course as well as created a
detailed portfolio. Students often
go on to work in Media/Film
based environments. Many of
our students have also gone on
to study Film, Media or related
subjects at university.
A Level
This challenging course helps
you develop your theoretical
understanding of music
alongside practical skills of
performing and composing. You
explore a wide range of music
with other students through
performing, listening, technical
exercises, composition and
studying scores. You need to be
confident in working with music
notation and be interested in
learning about classical music as
well as pop styles.
Entry Requirements:
Grade 5 performance (instrument
or voice) plus Grade 5 Theory
(working towards, if not already
taken) and the ability to read
music fluently and a grade C in
Music GCSE if taken.
Assessment:
Coursework plus a written and
listening examination
Career progression:
Many students progress to
university, specialising in
performance, composition or
teaching courses. A degree in
music can lead to careers in
music and arts’ administration,
music therapy, music journalism,
publishing and teaching.
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“The facilities and
resources on offer
are very good and the
teaching is of a very
high standard”
Keiran Tarrant
(Ex Orleans Park School)
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Music Technology
Performing Arts
Performing Arts
Philosophy
A Level
This is a highly practical course
in which you learn how to use
the College‘s recording studio
and Logic music software for
mixing, sequencing, arranging
and composing, culminating in
the production of a CD. You also
study different styles of pop, rock
and jazz. There is no performing
assessment in Music Technology
but you must be a good musician
to take this course.
Entry Requirements:
General entry requirements
for a Level 3 Pathway, plus an
interest in recording, computer
sequencing and composition.
You should be able to perform on
at least one instrument.
Assessment:
Externally assessed coursework,
including a logbook worth 60%
and one exam each year
Career progression:
Many students progress on to
degrees in Music Technology
including Sound Design, Audio
Recording, Creative Music
Technology and Acoustic
Engineering. These in turn lead
to a variety of careers including
studio work, live sound, sound for
film, TV and media.
(Acting)
BTEC Level 3
This course offers a specialist
qualification with a vocational
emphasis. You must enjoy
performing if you choose
this course. You gain a basic
understanding of the industry
and how to gain employment
by developing a range of
attributes. This is a fully practical
course with a requirement to
log every lesson in detail to
supplement your coursework. It
is basic acting training; looking
at the leading practitioners in
naturalism, political theatre, film &
TV screen work, physical theatre
& Children’s Theatre. There are
regular public performances
throughout the course with a final
performance in a theatre in your
1st & 2nd year.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE plus a grade C in Drama
or Expressive Arts GCSE or a
Merit in Level 2 Performing Arts
BTEC.
Assessment:
100% internally-assessed
coursework, including practical
performance assessment
Career progression:
The course equips you with
the skills, knowledge and
understanding required for
a range of job roles in the
Performing Arts Industry.
(Dance)
BTEC Level 3
This course provides a specialist
work-related qualification for
the dance industry. The course
provides the knowledge;
understanding and vocational
skills that are needed to prepare
a dancer for employment
or further training within the
performing arts. This is a
fully practical course with
a requirement to log every
lesson in detail to supplement
your coursework. It is basic
dance training; looking at
key choreographers in ballet,
contemporary & jazz. You will
show case your work in a final
performance in a theatre in your
1st & 2nd year.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE and a grade C in Dance
GCSE if taken or proven and
suitable dance experience.
Assessment:
100% internally-assessed
coursework, including practical
performance assessment
Career progression:
Students can progress to a
variety of careers and training
including performance, teaching,
physiotherapy and choreography.
Many of our students have
also gone on to study at
specialist dance Colleges and
conservatoires.
A Level
Philosophy looks at the central
issues of human life, focusing
on problems and arguments
relating to morality and politics,
knowledge and understanding,
philosophy of religion and
philosophy of the mind. On
this course you develop critical
and analytical skills through
your understanding and use of
philosophical theory. There is
a strong focus on enhancing
independent critical learning
through reading, writing and
discussion.
Entry Requirements:
a grade C in English Language
GCSE.
Assessment:
Career progression:
Philosophy is an academically
challenging course and so is of
great benefit in securing a place
at university. If you choose not
to go into higher education, the
course provides a good basis
of skills which are useful in
employment, as it develops your
communicative and analytical
abilities in both spoken and
written form.
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Photography
Physical Education
Physics
Psychology
BTEC Level 3
This dynamic and exciting course
will appeal to a wide range of
students. It is primarily offered
to students who may not have
studied Art and Design GCSE
and would like to pursue a
course in photography. You will
develop skills in photographic
techniques such as lens based
media, animation and digital
manipulation. The course is
structured into units and has
no final exam. This is a more
experimental course than A Level
Photography.
Entry Requirements:
a grade D in English Language
GCSE and if taken a grade C in
Art and Design GCSE or a Merit
in Level 2 Art and Design BTEC
or a portfolio of work. Students
will need to buy workbooks and
other photographic materials
when starting the course.
Assessment:
100% coursework
Career progression:
This course may be of interest
to those intending to present
a portfolio at an interview for
work in the Creative Industries,
or for entry onto Art College
Foundation, BA or Higher BTEC
course in Art and Design. The
course may also be beneficial to
students studying other subjects
such as media and film.
A Level
If you are interested in learning
more about how the body works,
how you learn and develop
physical skills and the impact that
physical activity has on young
people developing a balanced,
active and healthy lifestyle then
Physical Education could be the
course for you.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE, plus a grade C in a
Science GCSE and a grade C in
PE GCSE if taken.
Assessment:
60% theoretical examination 40%
practical/oral assessment
Career progression:
Students can progress into
sports coaching, PE teaching,
physiotherapy and the fitness
and leisure industries. Many
students go on to study sport
courses at university and some
gain scholarships to American
universities.
A Level
Studying Physics gives you
an opportunity to explore and
understand the workings of the
universe from things as small
as quarks, to super massive
black holes and galaxies. You
learn about the many aspects
of modern life (for example
industry, medical treatment and
communications) that are based
on physical principles. You
develop the numerical, analytical
and practical skills of collecting
and manipulating data, using the
equipment in a modern physics
laboratory. You also develop
creative and innovative skills.
Entry Requirements:
at least 5 A* -B GCSE grades
and a grade B in Maths GCSE
and either a grade B in Double
Science GCSE or a grade B in
Physics GCSE. We require AS
Maths to be taken.
Assessment:
Two written exams and one
practical assessment per year
Career progression:
Physics is essential for any
engineering career or degree
and is highly desirable for other
scientific or technical careers.
Physics is also an advantageous
subject for careers involving
finance and business.
A Level
Psychology is the study of human
behaviour and mental processes
from a scientific viewpoint. The
course features elements of
clinical, eye witness and child
development Psychology and
is taught by well-qualified and
experienced members of staff.
You learn through a variety of
methods including experiments,
debates, practicals, role plays
and presentations.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE, a grade C in Maths
GCSE, plus a grade C in a
Science GCSE.
Assessment:
Two written exams per year
Career progression:
to a variety of careers and
training, including clinical, sports
psychology and medicine. Many
of our students have also gone
on to study psychology or related
subjects.
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Public Services
Science
Sociology
Spanish
BTEC Level 2
In this course, you gain a broad
understanding and knowledge
of the public services sector and
develop a range of personal skills
and techniques that are essential
for successful performance
in working life. This course is
available to students on Level 2
and Level 3 Pathways.
Entry Requirements:
E at GCSE.
Assessment:
coursework
Career progression:
course may allow progression to
a Level 3 Pathway, at Strode’s or
another College and eventually
into jobs or further qualifications
in the public services sector.
GCSE
Science GCSE helps you to
develop a wide range of skills
including practical work and
report writing, problem solving,
analytical and manipulative
skills through the use of IT and
resource-based learning. It is
taught using a wide range of
active and interactive teaching
and learning methods, and is
an exciting laboratory-based
subject. It explores the laws of
science and demonstrates how
these laws and the skills of the
scientist have been exploited
to give us our present high
standards of living. The course
is suitable for students on both
Level 2 and Level 3 Pathways
who wish to improve their grade
D in Science GCSE.
Entry Requirements:
including a grade D in Science
GCSE.
Assessment:
This course is assessed by three
written papers and a controlled
practical assessment.
Career progression:
A grade C in Science GCSE is
needed for many careers and
professions and is also required
for many subjects at A Level.
A Level
Sociology is the study of society
and the people in it. It is a
course that is relevant to your
life and experiences. The course
will appeal to you if you are
interested in human societies,
social groups, social life and
social policy.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE.
Assessment:
Career progression:
foundation for anyone wishing to
take up any form of employment.
It is also useful for those who are
interested in taking a Humanities
subject at university.
A Level
Spanish at GCSE and want
to extend your language skills
Spanish-speaking countries? Are
you prepared to work that little
bit harder in order to achieve
something really worthwhile?
Spanish is an increasingly
important language with the
growth of economic power in
South America and a significant
proportion of Americans having
Spanish as their first language.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE and a grade B in Spanish
GCSE.
Assessment:
speaking.
Career progression:
Spanish combines very well with
a wide range of degrees but can
also be studied on its own. Many
students spend their third year at
university working in a Spanish
speaking country gaining
opportunities.
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Student Profile
Name: Tashfia
Previous School: Brentford School for Girls
Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics (Mechanics) and
Physics AS Levels
I decided to choose Strode’s due to the size, the new
science facilities and the idea of meeting new people.
I always wanted to do something related to Medicine, so I
decided on Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics (Mechanics)
and Physics as they will help me to pursue this career
option plus I enjoyed them throughout school. I do not
have large amounts of coursework, only a few practical
assessments for Biology, Chemistry and Physics, but
what I have I enjoy as it gives me the opportunity to apply
my knowledge. My favourite subject is chemistry because
I can see it linking to my other courses and the knowledge
from chemistry can be applied to real life situations.
I have a great relationship with all my teachers, they are
all very supportive and they are always willing to help
me, even if it is during their free time or a just before the
exams.
I feel I have really thrived since being at Strode’s, I like the
independence which is very different to being at school
and I would recommend Strode’s to anyone.
After Strode’s I am going to go to university to study
Medicine as I want to go on to pursue a career in
surgical oncology.
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Spanish
Sport
Sport
Sport
GCSE
Do you enjoy communicating
with others and learning about
other cultures? You may have
already studied another language
at GCSE and want to learn a
new language from scratch.
This course is taught over one
year and will provide you with
the basics for communicating in
Spanish. This course is available
to students on both Level 2 and
Level 3 Pathways.
Entry Requirements:
including a grade C in English
Language GCSE and a grade C
in another modern language at
GCSE.
Assessment:
Speaking and writing is assessed
by controlled assessment tasks
through tests in listening and
reading.
Career progression:
Spanish is very useful in the
workplace. Language skills are
highly valued by employers in the
UK and abroad. If you achieve
a grade B in Spanish GCSE
in your first year, you may be
able to continue onto the AS in
your second year to continue
developing confidence and
fluency in Spanish.
BTEC Level 2
This qualification gives you
the knowledge, understanding
and competency needed when
considering entering employment
in the exercise and fitness sector.
You gain a grounding in the
essential skills and knowledge
crucial to this area of study,
giving you the opportunity to
build on these by progressing
to a qualification at Level 3 or
to enter into your first job within
this sector. The qualification is
available to students on both a
Level 2 and Level 3 Pathway.
Entry Requirements:
E at GCSE.
Assessment:
coursework
Career progression:
Students can progress to a
variety of careers including sports
coaching, fitness professionals
and working in the leisure
industry. However the majority of
Level 2 students progress on to
the Level 3 Extended Diploma in
Sport to further their education
and to open up additional
sporting career opportunities.
(Development, Coaching &
Fitness)
BTEC Level 3
This course provides you with
the skills and knowledge to start
a career in the sports sector,
with a specific focus on sports
development, coaching and
fitness. The qualification gives
you insight into the various
different occupational routes
you can take within the sector,
helping you to progress in
existing employment, or move
on to further study.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE.
Assessment:
100% coursework
Career progression:
physiotherapy and in the fitness
and leisure industries. Many
students go on to study sport
courses at university and some
gain scholarships to American
universities.
(Sport & Exercise Science)
BTEC Level 3
This two year course is designed
to enable you to start a career in
the sport sector, with a specific
focus on Exercise Sciences. This
course is a specialist qualification
that can lead to employment
opportunities in the leisure and
fitness industry, sports science
or sport development or possibly
progression to Higher Education.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE plus a grade C in Science
GCSE or OCR Science or Merit in
Level 2 Science BTEC.
Assessment:
100% internally assessed and
Career progression:
sports coaching, PE teaching
and physiotherapy. Some have
chosen to follow a degree
programme at university in a
sports science related subject.
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Sport
Travel & Tourism
Travel & Tourism
(Strode’s College and
The Matthew Arnold School
Football Development
Programme)
BTEC Level 3
This unique programme
enables you to take the BTEC
Level 3 Extended Diploma
in Sport Performance and
Excellence alongside coaching
awards. During your academic
qualifications, you develop your
skills and technique with six
hours per week of specialist
football coaching with Chelsea
FC community coaches. The
programme is based at The
Matthew Arnold School.
Entry Requirements:
GCSE and a successful trial.
Assessment:
100% internally assessed and
Career progression:
physiotherapy and the fitness
and leisure industries. You can
also go on to study a sport’s
course at university.
BTEC Level 3
Travel & Tourism is a wideranging, fast-growing and
dynamic industry offering a
huge variety of employment
opportunities. This course
introduces you to travel and
tourism and helps to develop
personal and business skills
associated with the industry.
You study between 6 and 12
units, depending on which
qualification you choose, giving
you the opportunity to look at
various sectors of the industry to
help you think about your future
career.
Entry Requirements:
grade D in English Language
GCSE and a BTEC Level 2 with
Merit if taken.
Assessment:
100% coursework
Career progression:
Students’ progress to a range
of careers across a variety
of different sectors, such as
the Aviation Industry - Airline
Check in and Cabin Crew, Hotel
Management – Reception and
Conference and Beverage as
well as working in key positions
for major Tour Operators and
Visitor Attractions. Many of
our students also progress to
reputable universities to study
Tourism, Hospitality and Events
Management.
BTEC Level 2
Travel & Tourism is a wideranging, fast-growing and
dynamic industry offering a
huge variety of employment
opportunities. This course covers
a variety of topics that introduce
you to the basic concepts of the
industry and help you to develop
a range of skills to prepare
for work at operator level or to
progress to a Level 3 BTEC
course. This course may be taken
by students following a Level 2 or
3 Pathway.
Entry Requirements:
E at GCSE.
Assessment:
coursework
Career progression:
Students may progress to
a variety of careers at junior
level including Travel Agent
or Receptionist. However, the
majority of students progress
onto a Level 3 BTEC course to
further their studies, either at
Strode’s or another College.
Guidelines to
help you decide
which subjects
to select:
•Are you building
on your academic
strengths from
school?
•Do the course
assessment patterns
suit your style of
working?
•What study skills
are required for the
subjects you are
selecting?
•Do the subjects you
are selecting support
your future career /
university plans?
•Do the subjects
combine well
together?
•What are the general
and specific entry
requirements for
each subject?
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“All my teachers have
been very supportive
and have helped me
through my time at
College”
Michael Spencer-Dempsey
(Ex Twickenham Academy)
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Applying
To Strode’s
We want to give prospective students and their parents/carers every opportunity to
familiarise themselves with our approach to learning and the courses we offer.
Students who attend partner schools are invited to attend a Taster Day at the end of
Year 10. The College will hold its main Open Evenings on Thursday 3 July 2014 and in
October 2014 for entry in September 2015. There are further opportunities to visit the
College throughout 2015, culminating in the Introduction Day in late June for students to
whom we have offered places.
All applications need to be made on-line:
Go to our website: www.strodes.ac.uk
Select ‘Apply Here’. You will then be directed to the ‘How to apply’
page. Click on the ‘apply online’ to start the process.
For help and advice with your application please contact:
Strode’s College Admissions Office
01784 228690
[email protected]
For more information on our Open Evenings
please visit our website.
In recent years, the College has been
oversubscribed and we have introduced a priority
waiting list. We would therefore advise early
application. To be certain of an offer of a place,
students at local partner schools should apply by
31 October 2014.
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What Happens
Next?
After completing an application, you will be invited to the
College for an interview with one of our experienced staff.
The Interview Process
At interview you will discuss your subject choices and be given
extensive advice. It is important that we match these to your
aspirations, abilities and the realities of your career or Higher
Education plans.
Following your interview you will be made an offer of a place, as long
as we have received a satisfactory school reference and we have a
suitable programme for you at the College.
Your offer will be confirmed in writing, together with any entry
requirements for the courses you have chosen. You need to accept or
decline this offer within one month.
Post Interview
Once you have accepted your place you will be invited to our two-day
Introduction Event in late June. It is important that you come to this,
as you will start the enrolment process and attend lessons in your
chosen subjects. In these lessons, you will start the induction process
so that when you come back in September, you are ready to start
learning in earnest!
During the summer holidays, you will receive an enrolment
appointment for the last week of August. You will need to bring your
GCSE results with you. If you need to change one or more of your
subjects or your Pathway because you haven’t got the required
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GCSE grades, we will do our very best to find an appropriate
programme for you.
Once you have enrolled you are then a Strode’s student! You will
start at College the following week, with two days of Induction before
lessons begin on your chosen courses.
Unique Opportunities
Students are offered a range of unique opportunities whilst at
Strode’s, to benefit both their academic and personal development.
Coopers’ Apprentice
Through our links with the Worshipful Company of Coopers’, students
are offered opportunities to become a Coopers’ Apprentice. This is an
invaluable opportunity to network with leading figures in the city.
Strode’s Foundation
Academic Achiever’s Awards
Every year the Trustees of the Strode’s Foundation make an award
to contribute to the costs of Higher Education for a Strode’s student
who has an outstanding record of achievement at the College and the
potential to excel in Higher Education. Applications are invited from
students in their final year at the College who intend to progress to
Higher Education.
“I have enjoyed learning
so many different things
which I can easily build
upon for my future
career”
Alex Liddiard
(Ex Magna Carta School)
Prospectus 2015
49
Financial Support
Students who are experiencing financial hardship may be eligible to apply
for one or more of our financial support funds.
The 16-19 Bursary Fund
Richmond Parish Lands Charity
This Fund is designed to help support those young people who
face the greatest barriers to continuing in education. Bursary funds
are to be used to help pay for costs such as transport, books and
equipment.
Students who live in postcodes TW9, TW10 or SW14 may be able
to receive help from this charity. Application forms can be obtained
from the charity by calling 020 8948 5701 or visit the website for
more details at http://www.rplc.org.uk/
The Strode’s Foundation Support Fund
The Egham Education Trust
Students experiencing extreme financial hardship can apply for the
Foundation Support Fund. The money is provided by the Trustees
of the Strode’s Foundation, which originates from the will of Henry
Strode in 1704.
The Trust helps students who live in Egham who are in particular
need of financial assistance to meet the costs of their studies.
Financial help is also available for students undertaking Duke of
Edinburgh Awards. Visit their web site at
http:/www. eghamunitedcharity.org/
The Worshipful Company of Coopers
The Company provides a wide range of assistance to Strode’s
students, from Higher Education bursaries to travel awards
for ambitious, individual enrichment activities. The Coopers’
Travel Bursaries support students to broaden their horizons and
experience through study related travel projects.
Further details can be found on our website.
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Fees
Tuition is free for all full-time 16 to 18 year olds who are British
nationals, EU citizens or who have residence qualifications in the
UK. Fees for adults and international students are available on
request.
Travelling to
Strode’s College
We are easy to reach, as transport links are excellent.
Students travel to Strode’s from a wide area extending throughout North West Surrey,
Slough, Windsor and West London.
Road
We are just off the A30 and at a focal point of
motorways – M3, M4, M40, and M25, making
us easily accessible.
M4
Bus
Windsor
The College is well served by buses, with
regular services to Egham and surrounding
areas. There is also a Strode’s bus which
runs from Richmond and Twickenham train
stations direct to the College.
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Strode’s Bus
Rail
Bus Routes via Egham
Egham’s main-line railway station is only a
five-minute walk away from the College. It
serves one of London’s main commuter lines
with direct services from Bracknell, Ascot,
Sunningdale, Virginia Water, Staines, Ashford,
Feltham, Twickenham and Richmond. It
also serves the line to Chertsey, Addlestone,
Weybridge and Bagshot, whilst access
from Windsor, Slough and Hounslow is also
straight forward.
Route 656
Route 441
Route 500
Route 566, 567
Route 71
Railway
Strode’s Bus
Bus Routes to Staines
Route 656
College Bus
Route 441
Route 656
Route 500
Route 441
Route 566 /567
Route 71
41/43
Route
Woking - Staines 446, 456
Poyle - Staines 305
Hounslow - Staines 117, 203
Kingston - Staines 216, 218, 451
Twickenham - Staines 290
Route 500
Railway
................. 5 minutes
566walk
/567
Egham Station isRoute
from Strode’s College
Route
3
Egham Station is a five-minute walk
from
All Routes and services shown
Strode’s College. are
All routes
services
Railway
subject and
to change
shown are subject to change.
Windsor
Slough
Routes stopping at Staines Bus Station:
Heathrow Airport
READING
Datchet
Wokingham
Old Windsor
Bracknell
Wraysbury
The Wheatsheaf
Ascot
Sunningdale
Windlesham
Bagshot
Brentford
Syon Lane
Englefield
Green
Isleworth
Staines Ashford
Virginia Water
EGHAM
Bus Station
Pooley
Green
LONDON
WATERLOO
Stanwell
Hounslow
Twickenham
Feltham Whitton
Laleham
Teddington
Lower Halliford
Shepperton
Richmond
Strawberry Hill
High Street
Lightwater
Lower Sunbury
Hampton Wick
Thorpe
Kingston
Frimley / Camberley
Chertsey
GUILDFORD
Addlestone
WOKING
Weybridge
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Barnes
Bridge
Walton
LONDON
WATERLOO
Barnes
Course Index
“Great staff, fun people,
so much to offer”
Vickie Pett
(Ex Thomas Knyett College)
Prospectus 2015
53
Subject
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Applied Science
24
Art and Design
24
Art and Design (Fine Art)
24
Art and Design (Photography)
24
Art and Design (Textiles)
25
Biology
25
Business
25 / 26
Chemistry
26
Citizenship
26
Classical Civilisation
26
Communication and Culture
28
Computing
28
Creative Media Production (TV and Film)
28
Critical Thinking
28
Design Technology (Graphic Products)
29
Design Technology (Resistant Materials)
29
Drama and Theatre Studies
29
Economics
29
English Language and Literature
30
English Language
30
English Literature
30
Fashion and Clothing
32
Film Studies
32
French
32
General Studies
32
Geography
33
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BTEC L3 BTEC L2
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Contents
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A Level
German
33
Government and Politics
33
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College overview 03
Choosing your programme of study
18
History (American and World Affairs)
34
Course guide
23
History (Dictatorships and Democracies)
34
Admission and application procedure
47
History (Early Modern)
34
Course Index
53
Information and Communication Technology
36
Law
36
Health and Social Care
Mathematics / Further Mathematics
Wherever you see a QR code such
as this one, scan it with a smart
phone for more information.
Further information about the College, including our
Open Evenings, can be found at: www.strodes.ac.uk
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Media Studies
38
Music
38
Music Technology
40
Performing Arts (Acting)
40
Performing Arts (Dance)
40
Philosophy
40
Photography
41
Physical Education
41
Physics
41
Psychology
41
Public Services
42
Science
42
Sociology
42
Spanish
AS Level
BTEC L3 BTEC L2
Only
42 / 44
Sport / Sport Science)
44
Sport (Strode’s College and The Matthew Arnold
School Football Development Programme)
45
Travel and Tourism
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Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this prospectus. It should not however be assumed that there will be no
change affecting the arrangements described in this document before the start of, or during, the forthcoming academic year or in relation to subsequent years.
Strode’s College
High Street, Egham, Surrey TW20 9DR
Tel: 01784 437506 Fax: 01784 471794 Email: [email protected] Website: www.strodes.ac.uk
Strode’s College | Egham
Prospectus 2015

Strode`S College | EGHAM

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