Curriculum Departments
At Lingfield Sixth Form, we believe every student should be given the best opportunity to achieve their academic potential, whether they are looking to pursue their desired subject at a top university, secure an apprenticeship or gain meaningful employment.
Our Sixth Form students benefit from a choice of 23 A Level subjects, three BTECs in Sport, Digital Media Production and Business, and the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). Our progressive and relevant subjects reflect both demand and university entry requirements.
Students typically study three subjects but have the option to choose four. This may be a combination of A Levels and BTECs. In addition to A Levels, we offer the popular (EPQ) which is highly regarded by universities, especially for competitive courses.
At Sixth Form, the curriculum requires students to follow their subjects in-depth, and at length, therefore it is important to consider their abilities, interests, strengths and long-term goals.
Our A Level Subjects include:
Art & Design – Fine Art
Studying A Level Fine Art offers a rewarding blend of academic and creative exploration, where students develop practical skills, conduct extensive research, experiment with ideas, and engage in critical reflection to create informed, personal artistic outcomes.
Biology
A Level Biology engages students with fundamental biological concepts through practical work and theory, covering topics from biological molecules to ecosystems, with 12 required practicals embedded throughout the two-year course.
Business
A Level Business provides students with practical understanding of how businesses operate in the modern landscape, combining real-life case studies with theoretical knowledge of marketing, finance, strategy, and global business operations.
Business (BTEC)
The BTEC Business course offers a research-based vocational approach to business studies, combining coursework with external assessments to develop skills in business investigation, marketing campaigns, personal finance, and legal systems.
Chemistry
A Level Chemistry explores atomic structure, chemical bonding, and reactions through rigorous academic study combined with practical laboratory work, preparing students for science-based careers and further education.
Computer Science
Computer Science develops computational thinking and programming skills, combining theoretical understanding of computer systems with practical problem-solving through algorithms, programming projects, and exploration of contemporary processors and data structures.
Digital Film and Video Production (BTEC)
This vocational course provides hands-on experience in digital visual storytelling, covering technical skills like single-camera techniques and editing alongside creative pre-production elements such as scriptwriting and storyboarding.
Drama & Theatre Studies
A Level Drama combines practical performance skills with academic study of plays, theatre practitioners, and live productions, developing students' creativity, communication abilities, and critical analysis of theatrical works.
Economics
Economics explores microeconomic and macroeconomic principles, helping students understand contemporary issues like inflation, employment, and global markets while developing analytical and evaluation skills through real-world applications.
English Language
A Level English Language develops analytical understanding of how language works and evolves, exploring grammar, style, children's language development, and textual variations while honing communication and critical thinking skills.
English Literature
English Literature offers in-depth exploration of literary texts across prose, poetry, and drama, developing analytical skills and cultural understanding through study of works from Shakespeare to contemporary authors.
Geography
Geography combines physical and human geography to understand contemporary global challenges, covering topics from coastal systems to urban environments while developing fieldwork investigation skills and critical analysis.
History
A Level History develops critical analysis and evaluation skills through study of key periods including German history, Spanish politics, British warfare, and Irish history, fostering understanding of complex historical processes.
Mathematics
Mathematics develops problem-solving and logical thinking through study of pure mathematics topics like calculus and algebra, combined with applied statistics and mechanics, essential for STEM careers and many other fields.
Further Mathematics
Further Mathematics provides an elite qualification covering advanced topics like complex numbers and matrices, serving as a bridge to university-level mathematics and highly valued by competitive degree programs.
Media Studies
Media Studies develops critical awareness of contemporary media through analysis of news, advertising, television drama, and digital platforms, combined with practical production skills to create cross-media products.
Modern Languages
Modern Languages (French, German, Spanish) develop advanced communication skills and cultural awareness through the four key language skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening, opening doors to global career opportunities.
Music
A Level Music combines practical performance, composition, and analytical study of diverse musical styles and periods, developing both creative and academic skills through performance, original composition, and critical appreciation.
Philosophy
Philosophy explores complex questions about knowledge, ethics, God, and the mind through critical analysis of philosophical texts and arguments, developing reasoning skills and the ability to construct coherent arguments.
Photography
A Level Photography combines academic research with creative practice, where students develop technical skills in traditional and digital photography, reflect on their work, produce a personal investigation, and complete an externally set assignment to demonstrate critical judgment and aesthetic understanding.
Physical Education
A Level PE combines scientific understanding of sports performance with practical application, covering anatomy, physiology, psychology, and biomechanics while developing analytical skills through performance evaluation in chosen sports.
Physics
Physics explores fundamental scientific principles from particles to the universe, combining theoretical understanding with practical investigation through 12 required practicals, developing problem-solving skills essential for STEM careers.
Psychology
Psychology applies scientific methods to study mental processes and behaviour, covering topics from memory and social influence to forensic psychology and mental health, developing critical evaluation and research skills.
Sport (BTEC)
The BTEC Sport course provides vocational training for the sports industry, combining theoretical knowledge of anatomy and physiology with practical skills in coaching, fitness programming, and sports performance.