GCSE | Hunterhouse College

Further Maths

This CCEA specification is designed to broaden the experience of students whose mathematical ability is above average, giving them the opportunity to study

Double Award and Single Award Science

All students study Science at GCSE, following either the Double Award Science course (worth 2 GCSEs) or Single Award Science Course (worth 1 GCSE). Biology,

Religious Studies

At Hunterhouse College we follow the CCEA Religious Studies specification. All GCSE students study Ethics. Those who choose full course Religious Studies

Music

The GCSE Music specification is for everyone who loves music: composing, playing an instrument, listening to music, or using music technology. The specification

Occupational Studies

Students who take Single Award Science will do Occupational Studies along side this which is a GCSE equivalent. Modules such as Horticulture, Running a

Mathematics

We challenge our students to problem solve and think logically in both CCEA GCSE Mathematics and Further Mathematics. We ensure students follow the pathway

Languages

Students may choose to study one or two languages at GCSE; French. Spanish or German. All four skills (Listening Speaking Reading & Writing)

Food and Nutrition

Food and Nutrition encourages students to develop an understanding of the science behind food. Students also develop practical skills in food preparation,

Geography

At GCSE, students build on skills developed at KS3 to explore current issues that are affecting the world both globally and locally. The GCSE is comprised

English Language

The importance of GCSE English Language cannot be overstated; it has a pre-eminent place in education and society and is a requirement for employment and

Drama

Students will learn about different performance and production roles within Drama and apply their knowledge to the development of a devised and scripted

Digital Technology

Discover the world of Digital Technology, from the internal working of a computer to the connections of networks like the internet and the impact ICT has

Child Development

Child Development develops students’ knowledge of pregnancy, childbirth and caring for a newborn baby, the responsibilities involved in parenting

Business Studies

The CCEA GCSE Business Studies specification encourages students to investigate how businesses start up. They explore the resources, marketing and finance

Art & Design

At KS4 we follow CCEA’s specification for GCSE Art & Design. There are 2 units to complete during the 2 years of study. Beginning with Unit 1

Learning for Life and Work

In Year 11, students study for Citizenship and Employability examination papers. In Year 12, students study for a Personal Development examination paper