General Certificate of Secondary Education

GSCE Curriculum

At Kennedy College Oxford, all GCSE students follow a rigorous one-year core programme, studying a minimum of five subjects. They have the option to add more subjects based on their interests.

These five core subjects comprise English language, English literature, maths, science and physics. Additional optional subjects include history, geography, modern languages, religious education, sociology, business studies, computer science, psychology, geography, Latin, Greek and art.

Core Subjects

English language, English literature, maths, science and physics

Optional Choices

History, geography, modern languages, religious education, sociology, business studies, computer science, psychology, geography, Latin, Greek and art.

Courses without exam

Students can also explore other subjects without this leading to an exam, via short courses taught by our A level tutors.

Learning

Learning is in very small groups and 1:1 tutorials, with the aim of developing study skills and of supplying the academic challenge and individual support our students need to excel in their exams. Our GCSE courses lay strong foundations for study at A level and the highly competitive process of admission into university.

Study Programme at Kennedy College Oxford

Kennedy College GCSE Subject Offerings

GCSE Subjects at Kennedy College Oxford

Optional subjects also encompass religious education, sociology, business studies, and computer science.

Subject Selection

Further choices consist of psychology, geography, Latin, Greek, and the creative field of art.

Academic Program

The curriculum is designed to offer a comprehensive and diverse educational experience to students.

Learning Path

Students can choose additional subjects such as history, geography, modern languages, and more.