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Option Blocks

A Level and Vocational courses by Subject Block

Students should choose 4 subjects, one from each different Subject Block e.g. A = Biology, B = Psychology etc.

Vocational courses occupy 2 blocks if they are Double Award, but only 1 block if they are Single Award.

If the current blocks do not allow you to select your chosen combination of subjects, or if there is a subject you wish to study that is not listed, please email Mrs Gould

*Core maths is an enrichment option equivalent to an AS level. You will need to study 3 other subjects in conjunction. 

SA (Single Award), DA (Double Award)

BLOCK A
Art & Design
Biology
Dance
Drama & Theatre Studies
English Language
Further Mathematics (with Mathematics in Block B)
Geography
History
Mathematics

Sociology

Spanish
BLOCK B
Art Based Photography
English Language
English Literature
Mathematics
Physical Education
Psychology
Sociology
Health & Social Care (DA)
BTEC Performing Arts (DA)
BTEC Sport (DA)
BLOCK C
Business
Chemistry
Economics
Geography
History
Philosophy & Ethics
Physics
Psychology
Health & Social Care (SA/DA)
BTEC Performing Arts (DA)
BTEC Sport (DA)
BLOCK D
Biology
Business
Chemistry
Computer Science
Design & Technology (Product Design)
Drama & Theatre Studies
English Literature
Fashion & Textiles
French
Government & Politics
Music or Music Technology
Physics
Psychology
Cambridge Technicals Business (SA)
ENRICHMENT
Bar Mock
Coaching
Core Maths*
Extended Project (EPQ)
Mentoring
Music Grades
School Productions
Sports Leaders
Work Experience
Young Enterprise

SA (Single Award), DA (Double Award)

Students should choose 3 subjects from different blocks eg Block A – Biology, Block B – Psychology, Block C – Not selecting a subject from this block, Block D – Business

A 4th subject choice is optional.

Vocational courses occupy 2 blocks if they are Double Award, but only 1 block if they are Single Award.

For further advice on subject combinations, please contact Mrs Gould or Mr Atkins in the first instance.

*Core maths is an enrichment option equivalent to an AS level. You will need to study 3 other subjects in conjunction. 

If the current blocks do not allow you to select your chosen combination of subjects, or if there is a subject you wish to study that is not listed, please contact Mrs Gould

All courses are available subject to demand and staffing availability.