What can I study at WGS Sixth Form?
Students at Wolverhampton Grammar School Sixth Form can study a diverse array of courses which includes traditional A Level subjects, specialised subjects such as Politics, Economics as well as the Cambridge Technical in Sport and Physical Education or Information Technology.
Many Lower Sixth students also choose the option to take an Extended Project Qualification to boost their university application.
We build the timetable around the students’ options rather than limiting students to choose from a restricted set of subject blocks. In this way students are not limited in their combination of subjects and their interests are put first.
Our teaching time is region-leading and enables students to hone their subject knowledge. Taught in small class sizes not exceeding 15, often considerably smaller, WGS has an outstanding academic reputation and students consistently achieve excellent results at A Level and Cambridge Technical.
Our Courses
Fine Art
Art was the first cultural experiment that human beings engaged with and to this day, the visual arts define and shape us in everything we do.
Biology
Students study Biology at Wolverhampton Grammar School using a context-based approach. Ideas are introduced within relevant settings to help bring the subject to life.
Business Studies
The discipline of Business Studies impacts society every day, relating to almost all aspects of our life and is a useful discipline for entrance to courses at university including Politics, Philosophy, Sociology, Law, History, Marketing and, of course, Business.
Chemistry
A Level Chemistry is a popular choice at Wolverhampton Grammar School. It suits students who are logical, methodical and who like patterns. Equally it suits students who like practical work, who like proving ideas and theories through real experience and empirical research.
Design & Technology
Studying Design & Technology Product Design provides the foundation for entrance into a wide variety of higher education courses and careers including Architecture, Engineering (in all its guises) and a range of Design based courses.
Economics
The discipline of economics impacts society every day, relating to almost all aspects of our life and is a useful discipline for entrance to courses at university including Politics, Philosophy, Sociology, Law, History, Business, and of course Economics.
English Language
Are you interested in why certain people speak like they do? Do you know what makes a good communicator? English Language is interesting, stimulating, and allows you a chance to actively engage with everyday language and understand how it works.
English Literature
English Literature is not only for those who already enjoy and want to deepen their reading; it is also for those who want to delve into deeper knowledge and thinking.
French
France is our nearest neighbour and geographically our nearest overseas foreign language, making it a popular and important subject. It is taught by the Modern Foreign Languages Department (MFL) at Wolverhampton Grammar School.
Further Maths
There has long been an opportunity to study Further Mathematics as a second Mathematics A Level and the discipline has a strong track record for excellent results at the School.
Geography
A Level Geography is a challenging and dynamic course which stretches and engages students in a variety of topics including Earth Life Support Systems, Global Migration and Global Governance.
German
German is taught by the Modern Foreign Languages Department (MFL) at Wolverhampton Grammar School. The Department also teaches French. German has always been a popular A Level subject choice at School.
History
History is taught by the History and Politics Department at Wolverhampton Grammar School. Students who study history are fearless explorers of the past.
Information Technology
Since September 2017, IT students have been studying the Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT. This award offers the benefit of the same UCAS points as the discontinued A Level ICT course alongside the added value of a more practical and applied course.
Maths
One of the main requirements for success at A Level is an interest in the subject, an ability to work logically and understand the need for careful proof, and a degree of tenacity in being prepared to persist with a problem when it appears difficult.
Music
Music complements a range of popular A level subjects including Maths, Physics, English and Biology. Research shows the benefits of studying music and playing an instrument can be substantial.
Physics
Physics A Level covers the key ideas required or explaining how the world around us works. It can lead to great discoveries and technologies that can change our lives from healing joints, curing cancer to developing sustainable energy solutions.
Psychology
Psychology is a popular A Level subject at Wolverhampton Grammar School and complements many other courses of study, particularly English and Biology, although there is no prescribed preferential combination.
Religious Studies
A Level Religious Studies is taught by the Department of Theology and Philosophy. Uniquely therefore, only Wolverhampton Grammar School combines the approaches used in Philosophy to complement the A Level Religious Studies syllabus.
Sports & PE
Physical Education is the first step on the ladder to becoming an accredited Sports Scientist, Coach or Teacher. It is a challenging course which stretches and engages students in a variety of topics.
Theatre Studies
Theatre Studies A Level is a creative, practical and academic course. It develops a wide range of skills including spoken communications, project management and design skills as well as supporting progression in a wide range of other subjects.
Extended Project Qualification
As a self-directed research project, the EPQ is a standalone qualification and is worth up to 28 UCAS points and around 30,000 students take the qualification each year.
Wellbeign
Our Wellbeing curriculum is broad-based and adapts to world events. It helps students to develop knowledge, life skills and attributes to help them thrive in our ever-changing world.
