Study A-Levels at Taunton School

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Study A-Levels at Taunton School

A-Levels continue to be a popular choice among Sixth Formers as they allow students to explore the subjects they really enjoy in more depth.

A-Levels allow students who are strong in three or four subjects to focus on these areas of study in preparation for higher education. They enable time for independent research, via an extended project (EPQ), which is also beneficial for enhancing university applications.

A combination of academic study and participation in co-curricular activities allows pupils to expand on personal development, whilst obtaining life and leadership skills which are increasingly valued by universities.

A-Level Subjects
Overview

  • MATHS
  • ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
  • BIOLOGY
  • CHEMISTRY
  • PHYSICS
  • LANGUAGES - FRENCH, GERMAN, SPANISH, LATIN
  • CREATIVE - ART, MUSIC, PHOTOGRAPHY, THEATRE STUDIES
  • BUSINESS STUDIES
  • ECONOMICS
  • PSYCHOLOGY
  • PE
  • POLITICS
  • COMPUTER SCIENCE
  • DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
  • ENGLISH LITERATURE
  • GEOGRAPHY
  • HISTORY
  • PHILOSOPHY
  • CLASSICAL CIVILISATIONS

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

Students studying A-Levels have the opportunity to complete an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) which allows them to explore an area of interest in more depth. They will be required to write a 5,000-word essay and give a presentation on completion.

EPQs help to develop independent thinking and learning skills which are particularly beneficial for studying at university and future careers. Students will learn to plan, organise, research, strategise, analyse data, make decisions, resolve problems, evaluate information and develop their presentations skills.

The EPQ carries UCAS points and is useful for demonstrating a particular interest or passion in a chosen subject to be pursued as a vocational degree. It can also add weight to personal statements and university interviews.

Pre-Med Programme

Our Pre-Med Programme aims to give pupils an insight into the careers of medicine, dentistry, and veterinary science. During the course, students meet current professionals, investigate topical issues, get help with work experience and specific preparation for personal statements and interviews.

Pupils in the Lower Sixth interested in these careers meet every week on a Saturday morning and through these sessions turn from interested pupils to informed young adults, ready to embark upon these competitive vocational courses.

The course aims to develop the necessary skills required for aspiring medics, dentists, and vets of the future and to guide them through the process of applying to university.

The course will familiarise students with medical terminology, prepare them for interviews, BMAT and UKCAT, develop confident communication and interpersonal skills and encourage independent reading and research.

Our students regularly get offers to all four universities of their choice, and 100% receive at least one offer to interview.

Book your Visit with us

Join our Head of Sixth Form Jennifer Taylor, and the Taunton School Leadership Team at an upcoming open event.

This is the best way for prospective families to experience Taunton School with the opportunity to meet members of staff, our current Sixth Form students, tour the state-of-the-art facilities and ask questions. Join our in-person open mornings or attend virtually. We run dedicated Sixth Form Open Evenings in the Autumn Term each year as well.

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