GCSE (9-1) English Language (OCR)
Learning Aim Reference:
This qualification is designed to help learners explore communication, culture and creativity, to develop independent and critical thinking and to engage with the richness of our language and literary heritage. Learners will develop the skills to read fluently and write effectively. They are encouraged to engage with a wide variety of high-quality texts both literary and non-fiction, across a range of familiar genres. They will develop the skills to analyse critically and synthesise and evaluate ideas and information across unseen texts. Learners will be given the opportunity to experiment in their writing across a range of contexts and styles.
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Details
Total Guided Learning Hours
140
Hours per week
5
Total number of Sessions
28
Fees
Tuition Fees
£475
These fees are only to be paid if learner already has grade C/4 or above
Awarding Body and/or Examination Costs if applicable
£44 Awarding Body
£18.91 Internal Verification
Requirements
Commitment
What study is needed at home?
What study is needed at home?
Learners will be expected to do at least an hour’s home study per week, in line with tutor’s recommendation.
Previous Learning
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
Main Learning Objectives
By the end of this course you should be able to:
Improve your confidence in English in a relaxed and friendly setting.
Communicate your ideas and opinions with other members of the group on a given topic.
Learn how to recognise bias in different texts.
Explore different styles of writing.
Understand how to compare information, ideas and opinions in different texts.
Use a range of punctuation marks such as colons, inverted commas and apostrophes.
Discover how to use correct grammar.
Learn how to organise your writing using tables, paragraphs, bullet points, etc.
Look at ways to improve your spelling of words used in work, study and daily life.
Gain a nationally recognised qualification.
Progression to further learning with FACE
Learners could study Maths GCSE either alongside this qualification or do this the following year.
Progression to other Providers
This provides them with a solid grounding, whether going on to Further Education or Higher Education.
Jobs and Careers
Any profession or job that requires GCSE English
GCSE (9-1) Mathematics (OCR)
Learning Aim Reference: 601/470/03
OCR’s GCSE (9–1) in Mathematics provides a broad, coherent, satisfying and worthwhile course of study. It encourages learners to develop confidence in, and a positive attitude towards mathematics and to recognise the importance of mathematics in their own lives and to society.
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Details
Total Guided Learning Hours
140
Hours per week
5
Total number of Sessions
28
Fees
Tuition Fees
£554
These fees may be waived subject to concessions
Awarding Body and/or Examination Costs if applicable
£44 Awarding Body
£18.91 Internal Verification
Requirements
Commitment
What study is needed at home?
What study is needed at home?
Learners will be expected to do at least an hour’s home study per week, in line with tutor’s recommendation.
Previous Learning
None
Main Learning Objectives
By the end of this course you should be able to:
To develop fluent knowledge, skills and understanding of mathematical methods and concepts.
To acquire, select and apply mathematical techniques to solve problems.
To reason mathematically, make deductions and inferences and draw conclusion.
To comprehend, interpret and communicate mathematical information in a variety of forms appropriate to the information and context.
Progression to further learning with FACE
Learners could study English GCSE either alongside this qualification or do this the following year.
Progression to other Providers
This qualification provides a strong mathematical foundation for learners who go on to study mathematics at a higher level, post-16.
Jobs and Careers
Any profession or job that requires GCSE Maths.
GCSE (9-1) Psychology (OCR)
Learning Aim Reference: 603/1109/5
This qualification is designed to inspire and engage learners by providing a broad, coherent, satisfying and worthwhile course of study which develops an understanding of the ideas and values that characterise ‘self’ and others. Learners will be equipped with a psychological literacy that enables them to apply their knowledge and skills in their everyday lives, including making informed decisions about further study and career choices.
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Details
Total Guided Learning Hours
120
Hours per week
4
Total number of Sessions
28
Fees
Tuition Fees
£475
These fees may be waived subject to concessions
Awarding Body and/or Examination Costs if applicable
£41.75
Requirements
Commitment
What study is needed at home?
What study is needed at home?
Learners will be expected to do at least an hour’s home study per week, in line with tutor’s recommendation.
Previous Learning
Learners’ English and Maths skills should be up to level 2.
Main Learning Objectives
By the end of this course you should be able to:
Use specialist vocabulary, psychological concepts, terminology and conventions to engage in the process of psychological enquiry.
Acquire knowledge and understanding of psychology, developing an understanding of self and others, and how psychological understanding can help to explain everyday social phenomena.
Wnderstand how psychological research is conducted, including the role of scientific method and data analysis.
Present information, develop arguments and draw conclusions through a critical approach to psychological evidence, developing as reflective thinkers.
Develop an understanding of the relationship between psychology and personal, moral, social and cultural issues, and develop an understanding of ethical issues in psychology.
Develop an understanding of psychological issues, the contribution of psychology to individual, social and cultural diversity, and how psychology contributes to society.
Progression to further learning with FACE
FACE does not offer upwards progression onto level 3 qualifications. However, it may be possible to progress horizontally onto a qualification such as NCFE Level 2 Mental Health Problems.
Progression to other Providers
This provides them with a solid grounding, whether going on to Further Education or Higher Education.
Jobs and Careers
Any profession or job that requires knowledge of people, although further qualifications will be needed to build upon this qualification.
