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This course is not just about learning to use tools or training in a programming language, instead the emphasis is on computational thinking.…

A two year course in Computing that leads to a level 3 qualification

This level 3 Diploma is offered to students who have a keen interest in crime. You need to be non-judgemental, be very interested in people,…

3 components: Principles Examination, Problem Solving in Design Engineering and Iterative Design Project.…

This course is for students who want to continue studying design and technology after GCSE.…

Design and Technology: Product Design (3-D Design) A Level

This course is for students who want to continue studying design and technology after GCSE.…

Learn about designing, researching and developing ideas. Modelling, building and testing prototypes.…

The study of criminology is an increasingly popular subject, covering all aspects of crime with elements of law, sociology and psychology.…

This course is suitable for anyone with an interest in the criminal justice system, those aiming for a career in areas such as social work,…

There is a strong practical element throughout this course, which covers playwrights and practitioners, Ancient and Modern.…

A Level Drama & Theatre Studies is a course for students who have a keen interest in the subject and are looking to deepen their knowledge and underst…

A-level Drama and Theatre Studies helps students to pursue their interests and skills in a range of practical drama elements including: acting,…

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Economics

An Applied course in Engineering. Unit 1- Engineering Principles. Unit 2- Delivery of Engineering Processes safely as a team.…

English Language is a course that is ideally suited to students who have a genuine interest in language development and analysis.…

See LCS Sixth Form prospectus for further details. https://www.littleover.derby.sch.uk/content/6prospectus/files/prospectus2024.pdf

Our website www.retfordoaks-ac.org.uk has subject information

A combined course which offers a taste of both Literature and Language.

We follow the B specification and have selected the 'Tragedy' unit and 'Social and Political Protest Writing'.…

A Level English literature builds on many of the skills developed at GCSE level but with a specific focus on critical interpretation and modes of rece…

This course will offer all learners the opportunity to develop their skills in English Language and English Literature.…

Throughout this course you will be encouraged to develop interest and enjoyment in the great writings of English Literature from a wide range of histo…