Year 9 Discovery Curriculum
On joining WUTC, all Year 9 students will study the ‘Discovery Curriculum’ which provides them with an in-depth mix of theory and practical approaches to ensure they have the skills and foundation learning in our core technical subjects. The primary goal of this curriculum is to give students knowledge to make educated choices for their GCSE and future employability pathways.
GCSE Curriculum
Our GCSE Curriculum can be accessed below.
Nearly 60% of a student’s timetable in KS4 will be spent studying the core Curriculum, consisting of:
- Mathematics (Edexcel) – Single GCSE
- English Language and English Literature (Eduqas) – two separate GCSEs
- Combined Science (Edexcel) – two GCSEs
- PE (non-examination)
- PSHRE
In addition to the core curriculum, students will study four further subjects; one specialism choice, one academic choice and two open choices.
A subject information sheet has been created for each of the courses on offer to give further information about the course content and how the course is examined.
Core Curriculum
GCSE English Literature
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GCSE English Language
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GCSE Mathematics
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Higher Tier - Click here
Foundation Tier - Click here
GCSE Science
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Specialism Choice
Cambridge National in Engineering Design
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Tech Award Level 1/2 in Construction and the Built Environment
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Open Choice
GCSE 3D Design
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GCSE Architecture
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Tech Award Level 1/2 in Enterprise
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Cambridge National in Sport Science
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TQUK Level 2 in Civil Engineering
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Additional Learning
PSHRE/RSE
PSHE education at Waterfront UTC is a planned, developmental programme of learning through which students acquire the knowledge, understanding and skills they need to manage their lives now and in the future. As part of a whole-school approach, PSHE education develops the qualities and attributes students need to thrive as individuals, family members and members of society.
We deliver our statutory responsibility through Company Time, Assemblies and Drop Down Days.
Curriculum Intent
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