Sixth Form

Sixth Form students at Gordonstoun study the English A-level syllabus.

Most will study:

three A-level subjects; and
one further subject at AS-level.

Students can choose from a wide range of subjects.

We can also:

help students prepare for university entrance examinations; and
provide further options for students whose first language is not English.

For more information about the Academic Curriculum contact Mr Paul Sanderson, Director of Curriculum.

A-level subjects available at Gordonstoun:

(The courses for 2009/2010 are under review and may alter in the light of major Examination Board specification changes).

Art and Design
Biology
Business Studies
Chemistry
Classical Civilisation
Dance*
Design Technology
Economics*
English Language*
English Literature
French
Geography
German
Greek (by arrangement)
History
ICT
Latin
Mathematics
Media Studies
Music
Music Technology*
Physical Education
Physics
Psychology*
Spanish
Theatre Studies

The majority of Gordonstoun students take 3 main subjects (these lead to a full A level after two years of study) and one minor subject (these subjects only go to AS level and are completed in 4 or 6 terms depending upon examination opportunities). Those subjects marked with an * can only be done as minor subjects.

Lightened programmes can also be arranged if viewed as appropriate.

Students with strong mathematics skills can take an A-level in Further Mathematics
Some subjects will be available as A2s only if enough students wish to pursue them. We shall decide this before the start of Year 12 and are happy at any time to discuss the availability of subjects.
We aim to offer the maximum number of combinations of subjects, but cannot guarantee every combination.

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