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Film Studies

The WJEC Eduqas specification is designed to introduce A level learners to a wide variety of films in order to broaden their knowledge and understanding of film and the range[...]

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French

It is increasingly important in a globalized society to be able to speak more than just one language. So if you enjoyed GCSE French and are keen to be able[...]

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Further Mathematics

This subject is for those who love maths and really want to take it further. It allows you to delve deeper into the subject in a more challenging way.

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Geography

Geography has modules in physical and human geography. Students develop skills in mathematics, analysis and extended writing. Practical work within the specification is one of the attractions of Geography and[...]

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Geology

The WJEC-Eduqas A Level in Geology is a linear course with a final exam at the end of two years. It provides a comprehensive coverage of the knowledge and understanding[...]

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German

For students who enjoyed GCSE German and are keen to be able to communicate in better German.

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Graphic Design

Graphic Design is a fast paced, successful linear Art & Design course where students will be introduced to a variety of design approaches whilst exploring a range of media, processes[...]

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Health and Social Care BTEC

BTEC Health and Social Care is the equivalent in size to one A Level over two years. There are 4 units in total. 2 of these are assessed by exams[...]

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High Achievers Programme

The High Achievers scheme here at Aquinas College is a study programme designed to support our most able students to achieve their academic ambitions and make aspirational choices.

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History

A level history is a fascinating and engaging subject for those who are intrigued by the past and want to discover how events have impacted the world in which we live[...]

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IT BTEC

This course offers a specialist qualification that focuses on aspects of employment within an IT vocational sector. The qualification covers both theory in relation to IT and its place in[...]

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Japanese GCSE

This course is suitable for those who have already completed the SEG award in the first year or for those who have already studied Japanese up to the equivalent level.

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News & Blog

Latest From Aquinas

Students from our Business department took a trip to Cadbury World in Birmingham. Here they learned about the marketing and strategies Cadbury use and how the business has evolved over the years. The students undertook a number of activities to help in their understanding of the Cadbury brand, which gave them real life experience linking […]

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A group of our computing and IT students recently went on a trip to MBDA in Bolton. There they had a tour of the facility where they construct missiles for the defence industry. The students were really engaged, asking lots of questions and getting a lot of facts.

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Aquinas Drama students were out at the Theatre again on 4th December watching the Musical “Spend Spend Spend”, at The Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester.

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Over 70 of our Media and Film students attended the UCAS Create Your Future event at Manchester Central. This exciting showcase is designed for those interested in creative careers, offering a unique opportunity to explore paths in video production, filmmaking, journalism, graphic design, and more.

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