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HARLAW ACADEMYS5/6COURSE CHOICESESSION 2022-23S5/6 Course Choice 2022/20231
SENIOR PUPIL CHOICES: INTRODUCTIONYou will have heard the years S4-S6 referred to as the “Senior Phase”. It is a timewhen pupils begin to focus more narrowly on their individual learning pathway focussing onperhaps a chosen career aspiration or the subjects they enjoy most.As a school we are very keen to ensure that during their senior phase pupils gain a range ofqualifications, skills, experiences and opportunities which will help them to engage in theprocess of learning both in school and into later life as well.Senior Phase qualifications are demanding. To achieve the highest levels ofsuccess, pupils require commitment from the start; they will be involved in on-goingassessment; independent study; and consistently high levels of class work. It requires pupilsto demonstrate the motivation needed to meet strict deadlines. Maintaining good attendanceand punctuality is also crucial.As a Country, the next ten years will be crucial for young adults. On leaving school, thecircumstances they face are unprecedented. With that in mind, we have a range of otheropportunities on offer both within the choice booklet and in wider aspects of the seniorphase. These include Duke of Edinburgh, Saltire, other Leadership Awards, volunteering andcommunity involvement, placements and courses at other schools. It can appear complex butteachers, guidance staff and the careers advisor can all offer advice and support.We need learners and families to think deeply about their choices and the individuallearner pathway needed for each pupil to reach their chosen positive destination.I look forward to meeting you, even virtually, at our course choice meeting to discuss thechoice process and support available.Ross McLarenHeadteacherS5/6 Course Choice 2022/20232
From the UNCRC:Article 12 (respect for the views of the child)Every child has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all mattersaffecting them, and to have their views considered and taken seriously. This rightapplies at all times, for example during immigration proceedings, housing decisionsor the child’s day-to-day home life.Article 13 (freedom of expression)Every child must be free to express their thoughts and opinions and to access allkinds of information, as long as it is within the law.Article 28 (right to education)Every child has the right to an education. Primary education must be free anddifferent forms of secondary education must be available to every child. Discipline inschools must respect children’s dignity and their rights. Richer countries must helppoorer countries achieve this.Article 29 (goals of education)Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full. Itmust encourage the child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for theirparents, their own and other cultures, and the environment.S5/6 Course Choice 2022/20233
QUALIFICATION TYPESBefore making any choices, it is important to understand the different types of qualificationson offer at Harlaw Academy and the Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework (SCQF).The SCQF is Scotland’s national qualifications framework.Each qualification is allocated a level and number of credit points issued by the SCQF. Thisis a way of comparing Scottish qualifications. The level of qualification shows how difficultthe learning is. The credit points show how much learning time is involved achieving thequalification. Each credit point represents an average of 10 hours of learning.SCQF can help: decide how you progress in your learningunderstand qualifications you are not familiar withemployers understand different types of qualifications and help development ofemployees skillscolleges and universities identify the level that has been studied in a particular subjectand make it easier to transfer credit points between different learning programmesprovide recognition for other areas of your learning that may contribute to your personaldevelopment and your future goals.There are 12 levels of SCQF qualifications. At school we focus on levels 1-7.The full framework with credit point information can be accessed at: https://scqf.org.uk/interactive-framework/S5/6 Course Choice 2022/20234
PROGRESSIONLevelQualifications available at School Level7Advanced Higher, SQA Award6Higher, Modern Apprenticeships, National Progression Awards, SQA Award5National 5, National Progression Awards, SQA Award4National 4, National Progression Awards, SQA Award3National 3, National Progression Awards, SQA Award2National 2, National Progression Awards, SQA Award1National 1, SQA AwardTypes of Award Courses on Offer at Harlaw Academy National CoursesThe purpose of National Courses is to enable certification and recognition for theprogrammes of work that learners carry out in the senior phase of secondaryeducation. The broad objectives of National Courses are to provide high standards,and breadth and depth of learning for individual learners. National Courses provide aqualifications framework which enables the provision of a formal statement of alearner’s achievement against a defined standard. They are a marketablequalification for progression into further study, training and employment.National courses are at SCQF Levels 1-7 National Progression Awards (NPAs)National Progression Awards (NPAs) are aimed at assessing a defined set of skillsand knowledge in specialist vocational areas. NPAs link to National OccupationalStandards, which are the basis of SVQs (Scottish Vocational Qualifications).National Progression Awards (NPAs) are available in a variety of sectors, fromConstruction and Childcare to areas such as Digital Literacy and Social Software.NPAs are offered from SCQF Levels 2 to 6 and are delivered in schools, collegesand employers. SQA AwardsSQA Awards are designed to recognise Wider Achievement and the development ofskills which will help learners to succeed in today’s world. Wider Achievementrecognises the life and work skills that come from a wide range of activities which caninclude sport, mentoring, voluntary work or fundraising activities. These awards aresuitable for a broad range of learners.SQA Awards are offered from SCQF levels 1 to 6.S5/6 Course Choice 2022/20235
HOW TO MAKE YOUR CHOICESBefore making decisions about your course choice for next session, you can discuss this witha variety of sources within and out with the school. Guidance, advice and support can besought from subject Principal Teachers, Course Teachers, Guidance Teacher, the CareersAdviser and your parents/carers. You should also give consideration to the following beforemaking the final decision on your course choice: your ability/progress within subjects undertaken in previous years (refer to your Reports)your future career plans and aspirationsyour interest and enjoyment in the subjectCOMPLETING THE COURSE CHOICE SHEET Read the course choice booklet carefully. Refer to your report so that you are aware of teacher recommendations. Seek advice and support as necessary from the sources mentioned above. Do not make final decisions before you have had your meeting with your CoursingTeacher. Complete the choice form by the deadline date. Pupils going into S5 must choose a course in each column Pupils going into S6 who are studying at least one course at SCQF Level 7 areentitled to one study column. If pupils going into S6 are not studying at SCQF Level 7, they should choose asubject from each column. Late submission will result in your course requests being considered after that ofother pupils. Pupils in S4 and S5 will also do Core PE, PSE, Core RE and Study & Work skills. Please note that you should consider your choice carefully. Pupils are expected to stickwith the subjects they choose. There is very little scope to change course, and thenonly in exceptional circumstances (for example, in August after an unexpected examresult).VIABILITY OF COURSESEvery effort will be made to provide your preferences. However, low uptake, availability of staffand accommodation may prevent certain options from operating.HARLAW ACADEMY CLASSESMost Level 6 & 7 classes will be taught for 5 periods a week. Most Level 4 & 5 classes willbe taught for 4 periods a week.S5/6 Course Choice 2022/20236
OTHER PROVIDERSPupils who elect to take advantage of Travel Afternoon Courses will have to make their ownway to and from the relevant provider, and will be responsible for their own travelarrangements, and will be given a bus pass if they are unable to walk there from Harlaw.Class times, Reporting, Parents Evening arrangements, class provision, homework andassessments for classes in other establishments will follow the cycle of the host providerrather than Harlaw Academy. School Based Consortia GroupsSession 2022-23 will see all Aberdeen City Secondary Schools continuing withconsortia arrangements for their S5 and S6 pupils.Consequently, in addition to the wide range of courses on offer at Harlaw Academy,pupils have the option of choosing from a selection of other subjects that are on offerat the Secondary schools in the south and central areas of Aberdeen.These courses will be held two afternoons per week, Monday & Wednesday orTuesday and Thursday. Pupils who elect to take advantage of Consortia Courses willhave to make their own way to the relevant school but will have their transport costsreimbursed.Reporting and Parents Evening arrangements and assessments for classes in otherschools will follow the cycle of the host school rather than Harlaw. Aberdeen City Campus - Travel Afternoon CoursesA wide range of Advanced Higher courses, in addition to further Higher Gradecourses will be offered as part of the Travel Afternoon arrangements.These courses will held at other schools, two afternoons per week, Monday &Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday. Most courses take place between be 2pm –4pm each afternoon.Pupils who elect to take advantage of Travel Afternoon Courses will have to maketheir own way to the relevant school and will be given a bus pass if they are unable towalk there from Harlaw.Reporting and Parents Evening arrangements and assessments for classes in otherschools will follow the cycle of the host school rather than Harlaw. Aberdeen School College Links PartnershipA selection of Nationals, NVQ and City & Guilds courses will be offered at NorthEast of Scotland College.Pupils who elect to take advantage of Travel Afternoon Courses will have to maketheir own way to the relevant facility and will be given a bus pass if they are unable towalk there from Harlaw.S5/6 Course Choice 2022/20237
CONTENTSENGLISHEnglish & Literacy National 4 .11English National 5 .12English Higher (2year) .13English Higher (1year) . .14English Advanced Higher .15Media National 4 .16Media National 5 .17MATHEMATICSMathematics National 4.19Mathematics National 5 .20Applications of Mathematics National 5 .21Applications of Mathematics Higher .22Mathematics Higher .23Mathematics Advanced Higher .24Mathematics of Mechanics Advanced Higher .25EXPRESSIVE ARTSArt and Design National 5 .27Art and Design Higher .28Art and Design Advanced Higher .29Drama National 5 .31Drama Higher . 32Music National 5 .34Music Higher .35Music Advanced Higher . 36Photography NPA Level 4/5 .38HEALTH AND WELL-BEINGPractical Cookery National 4/5 . 40Physical Education (PE) National 4/5 .42Physical Education (PE) Higher .43NPA In Sport and Fitness – Team/Individual Sports .44Physical Education (PE) Sports Leader .45Referee Development Award SCQF Level 7 .46LANGUAGESFrench National 4/5 .48French Higher .49SCIENCEBiology National 4 .51Biology National 5 .52Biology Higher.53Human Biology.54Biology Advanced Higher .55S5/6 Course Choice 2022/20238
Chemistry National 4 .57Chemistry National 5 .58Chemistry Higher .59Chemistry Advanced Higher . 60Physics National 5 .62Physics Higher .63Physics Advanced Higher . 64Laboratory Science Skills for Work National 5 . 65SOCIAL SUBJECTSGeography National 3/4/5 .67Geography Higher .68Geography Advanced Higher .69History National 3/4/5 .72History Higher .73Modern Studies National 3/4/5 .75Modern Studies Higher .76Modern Studies Advanced Higher .77Higher Politics .79RMPS Higher .81TECHNOLOGYBusiness with Information Technology NPA 5 .83Business Management National 4/5 .84Business Management Higher .85Accounting Higher .86PC Passport level 4/5.87Computer Games Development level 4/5/6 .89Computing Science National 4/5 .90Computing Science Higher .91Graphic Communication National 4/5 .93Graphic Communication Higher .94Energy - Skills for Work National 5 .95Practical Woodworking National 4/5 .97WIDER ACHIEVEMENT COURSESVolunteering Award SCQF 3-5 . 98Enterprise & Employability SCQF 4-5 . 99Leadership Award SCQF 5-6 . 100YASS – Young Applicant in School Scheme . 101CITY CAMPUS COURSESSee Aberdeen City Campus Course Choice 2022/23 bookletCity Campus and NESCol CoursesYour Guidance Teacher will put this information out separately via google classroomS5/6 Course Choice 2022/20239
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COURSE: English and LiteracyFACULTY: English and LiteracyLEVEL: National 4DEPT: EnglishRECOMMENDED ENTRY LEVELSSuitable for S4 pupils who have a pass at National 3, or for S3 pupils who are working at level3 in class.COURSE DESCRIPTIONEnglish: Analysis and EvaluationThrough the study of straightforward texts in the contexts of literature, language or media,learners will use their listening and reading skills to provide evidence of their ability tounderstand, analyse and evaluate, as appropriate to purpose and audience.English: Creation and ProductionLearners will be required to provide evidence of their talking and writing skills to create andproduce straightforward texts in a chosen context. Learners will be required to demonstratetechnical accuracy in written texts.LiteracyThrough a range of reading, listening, writing, and speaking tasks learners will provideevidence of their literacy skills.ASSESSMENTThe course is assessed internally. Assessments will be variable in form, and will allow learnersto achieve the unit passes for each of the course’s units. One important assessment is theAdded Value Unit, where learners work on a context of their choosing to show their capabilitiesin reading, writing, talking and listening.HOMEWORKThere will be a variety of homework tasks issued over the length of the course, ranging fromreading or writing activities, to talk practice, to research. Learners will also be expected toundertake regular personal reading.CAREER INFORMATIONThis Course or its Units may provide progression to other qualifications in English (National 5)or related areas in school, OR further study elsewhere, or employment or training.S5/6 Course Choice 2022/202311
COURSE: EnglishFACULTY: English and LiteracyLEVEL: National 5DEPT: EnglishRECOMMENDED ENTRY LEVELSSuitable for S5/6 pupils who have a pass at National 4, or for S4 pupils who are working atlevel 4 in class in S3. This course is ideal for those pupils who wish to continue their study ofliterature and/or eventually go on to attempt Higher English. Pupils are advised to speak totheir English teachers who will advise as to the best option here, taking into account the qualityof work produced in previous years.COURSE DESCRIPTIONThrough the study of detailed texts in the contexts of literature, language or media, learnerswill use their listening and reading skills to provide evidence of their ability to understand,analyse and evaluate, as appropriate to purpose and audience. Learners will study at leastone Scottish text.Learners will be required to provide evidence of their talking and writing skills to create andproduce detailed texts in a chosen context. Learners will be required to demonstrate technicalaccuracy in written texts.ASSESSMENTThe course is assessed both internally and externally. External assessment consists of aWriting Portfolio, through which learners will demonstrate their writing skills, and anExamination, through which learners will demonstrate their reading and writing skills. TheInternal Assessment is the Spoken Language component where learners are required toproduce and respond to oral texts.HOMEWORKThere will be a variety of homework tasks issued over the length of the course, ranging fromreading or writing activities, to talk practice, to research. Learners will also be expected toundertake regular personal reading of a challenging and varied nature.CAREER INFORMATIONThis Course or its Units may provide progression to other qualifications in English (Higher) orrelated areas in school, OR further study elsewhere, or employment or training.S5/6 Course Choice 2022/202312
COURSE: EnglishFACULTY: English and LiteracyLEVEL: Higher (two year)DEPT: EnglishRECOMMENDED ENTRY LEVELSNational 5 English C or DCOURSE DESCRIPTIONThrough the study of complex texts in the contexts of literature, language or media, learnerswill use their listening and reading skills to provide evidence of their ability to understand,analyse and evaluate, as appropriate to purpose and audience. Learners will study at leastone Scottish text. There will more opportunity for consolidation and practise of key skills andto study a wider range of literature in this course compared to the one year Higher Englishcourse.Learners will be required to provide evidence of their talking and writing skills to create andproduce complex texts in a chosen context. Learners will be required to demonstrate a highlevel of technical accuracy in written texts.ASSESSMENTThe course is assessed both internally and externally. External assessment consists of aWriting Portfolio, through which learners will demonstrate their writing skills, and anExamination, through which learners will demonstrate their reading and writing skills. InternalAssessment is the Spoken Language component where learners are required to produce andrespond to oral textsHOMEWORKThere will be a variety of homework tasks issued over the length of the course, ranging fromreading or writing activities, to talk practice, to research. Learners will also be expected toundertake regular personal reading of a challenging and varied nature.CAREER INFORMATIONThis Course may provide progression to further study in English at university OR further studyelsewhere, employment or training.S5/6 Course Choice 2022/202313
COURSE: EnglishFACULTY: English and LiteracyLEVEL: Higher (one year)DEPT: EnglishRECOMMENDED ENTRY LEVELSNational 5 English A or BCOURSE DESCRIPTIONThrough the study of complex texts in the contexts of literature, language or media, learnerswill use their listening and reading skills to provide evidence of their ability to understand,analyse and evaluate, as appropriate to purpose and audience. Learners will study at leastone Scottish text.Learners will be required to provide evidence of their talking and writing skills to create andproduce complex texts in a chosen context. Learners will be required to demonstrate a highlevel of technical accuracy in written texts.ASSESSMENTThe course is assessed both internally and externally. External assessment consists of aWriting Portfolio, through which learners will demonstrate their writing skills, and anExamination, through which learners will demonstrate their reading and writing skills. InternalAssessment is the Spoken Language component where learners are required to produce andrespond to oral textsHOMEWORKThere will be a variety of homework tasks issued over the length of the course, ranging fromreading or writing activities, to talk practice, to research. Learners will also be expected toundertake regular personal reading of a challenging and varied nature.CAREER INFORMATIONThis Course may provide progression to other qualifications in English (Advanced Higher) orrelated areas in school, OR further study elsewhere, employment or training.S5/6 Course Choice 2022/202314
COURSE: EnglishFACULTY: English and LiteracyLEVEL: Advanced HigherDEPT: EnglishRECOMMENDED ENTRY LEVELSHigher English A or BCOURSE DESCRIPTIONThe Advanced Higher English course focuses on the critical and creative study of complexand sophisticated literature and language. It gives candidates opportunities to addspecialism, depth and independence to their English and study skills.Learners are advised to discuss this option with their English teachers so as to betterunderstand the demands of the course and its suitability for themASSESSMENTThe course consists of four components:ComponentComponent 1: questionpaper Literary StudyMarks20Duration1 hour and 30 minutesComponent 2: questionpaper Textual Analysis201 hour and 30 minutesComponent 3: portfolio–writing30No time limit. Deadlines setby FacultyComponent 4: project–dissertation30No time limit. Deadlines setby FacultyHOMEWORKThere will be a variety of homework tasks issued over the length of the course, ranging fromreading or writing activities to research. Learners will also be expected to undertake regularpersonal reading of a challenging and varied nature.CAREER INFORMATIONThis Course or its Units may provide progression to further study in English at university ORfurther study elsewhere, employment or training.S5/6 Course Choice 2022/202315
COURSE: MediaFACULTY: English and LiteracyLEVEL: National 4DEPT: EnglishRECOMMENDED ENTRY LEVELSSuitable for S3 pupils who have completed the Media course in S3, or for S3 pupils who areinterested in film, television, advertising, the press and/or other media, and in creating theirown media content.COURSE DESCRIPTIONAnalysing Media Content:Learners will develop knowledge of the key aspects of media literacy central to thestraightforward analysis of media content.Creating Media Content:Learners will develop the skills to plan and create media content and to comment onproduction processes.Added Value Unit: Media Assignment:Learners will generate ideas in response to a brief, research and analyse relevant mediacontent, plan and create media content, carrying out at least one specific production role,and reflect on the process and product.ASSESSMENTThe course is assessed internally. Assessments will be variable in form, and will allow learnersto achieve the unit passes for each of the course’s units. One important assessment is theAdded Value Unit, where learners will independent plan and create a piece of media content.HOMEWORKThere will be a variety of homework tasks issued over the length of the course, ranging fromanalysis of different forms of media to the creation of media content. The Assignment willrequire independent research.CAREER INFORMATIONThis Course or its Units may provide progression to other qualifications in Media (National 5)or related areas in school OR further study elsewhere, or employment or training.S5/6 Course Choice 2022/202316
COURSE: MediaFACULTY: English and LiteracyLEVEL: National 5DEPT: EnglishRECOMMENDED ENTRY LEVELSSuitable for S3 pupils who have completed the Media course in S3, or for S3 pupils who areinterested in film, television, advertising, the press and/or other media, and in creating theirown media content.COURSE DESCRIPTIONLearners will develop the ability to analyse and create media content as appropriate topurpose, audience and context. They will gain knowledge and understanding of the keyaspects of media literacy and the role of media within society. They will also develop theability to plan and research when creating media content, and to evaluate their own practice.ASSESSMENTThe course is assessed externally, through an Examination and an Assignment. TheE
rather than Harlaw Academy. School Based Consortia Groups Session 2022-23 will see all Aberdeen City Secondary Schools continuing with consortia arrangements for their S5 and S6 pupils. Consequently, in addition to the wide range of courses on offer at Harlaw Academy,
