Option Descriptors (new S4-S6)
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Wider Achievement
The Wider Achievement courses on offer are listed below. Find out more by reading descriptors below or accessing the departmental pages.
Leadership
The Leadership Award develops knowledge of leadership skills, styles and qualities. It is designed for learners who take, or plan to take, a leading role for an activity.
Available at SCQF levels 5 and 6, the Award allows individuals to build self confidence and self esteem and encourages learners to respect the cultures and beliefs of others working alongside them.
Musical Theatre
The NPA in Musical Theatre (SCQF level 6) gives learners’ the opportunity to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the practice of Musical Theatre. It is an exciting course which develops a range of transferable skills including rehearsing, presenting, self-evaluation and the ability to work independently and in group.
This course is not only for those interested in the Performing Arts but is also suited to those who are keen to enhance their CVs and applications for university/colleges.
There are three units in Musical Theatre:
Cyber Security
See the Computing section - http://www.marr.sayr.sch.uk/describecyber.html
Computer Games Development
See the Computing section - http://www.marr.sayr.sch.uk/describegames.html
Healthy Basic Cooking
According to a recent survey, only 17% of 16-24 year olds can cook a meal from scratch…….don’t be one of those statistics!!
A single period a week where pupils will learn basic cookery skills, techniques and processes which will allow them to prepare and cook basic, tasty meals. An ideal opportunity for pupils to learn these essential, everyday skills in preparation for life after school.
Fitness
Performance Skills (Unit only)
National 5/Higher/Advanced Higher
S5/6
1-2 periods per week
This course will allow you to fully develop your sporting performance in a variety activities including
Assessment will include two one-off performances in two different activities of your choice.
Sports and Recreation
Skills for Work Sport and Recreation (Level 4 and 5)
S5/6 – 5 periods per week
Are you interested in working within the sports sector?
The aim of the Skills for Work Sport and Recreation option is to develop skills that enable progression towards becoming a sports coach, fitness instructor, personal trainer, outdoor activities instructor and sports development officer.
This course will provide you with the opportunity to improve your knowledge of sport, exercise, fitness, health and wellbeing.
Opportunities for skills development:-
Entry to the Course
Sports Leader
See the P.E. section - http://www.marr.sayr.sch.uk/describesports.html
YASS - Young Applicants in Schools Scheme
YASS courses that are only applicable to S6 students who have passed four highers under the wider achievement box on the school website.
YASS courses are Open University courses that are designed to bridge the gap from school to university. The courses are distance online learning that students will undertake on their own. Independant learning and further study is particularly useful when applying to university and completing your personal statement for UCAS.
Young Enterprise
See the Business Section - http://www.marr.sayr.sch.uk/describeye.html
The Leadership Award develops knowledge of leadership skills, styles and qualities. It is designed for learners who take, or plan to take, a leading role for an activity.
Available at SCQF levels 5 and 6, the Award allows individuals to build self confidence and self esteem and encourages learners to respect the cultures and beliefs of others working alongside them.
Musical Theatre
The NPA in Musical Theatre (SCQF level 6) gives learners’ the opportunity to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the practice of Musical Theatre. It is an exciting course which develops a range of transferable skills including rehearsing, presenting, self-evaluation and the ability to work independently and in group.
This course is not only for those interested in the Performing Arts but is also suited to those who are keen to enhance their CVs and applications for university/colleges.
There are three units in Musical Theatre:
- Acting Through Song
- Solo Singing Skills
- Group Singing
Cyber Security
See the Computing section - http://www.marr.sayr.sch.uk/describecyber.html
Computer Games Development
See the Computing section - http://www.marr.sayr.sch.uk/describegames.html
Healthy Basic Cooking
According to a recent survey, only 17% of 16-24 year olds can cook a meal from scratch…….don’t be one of those statistics!!
A single period a week where pupils will learn basic cookery skills, techniques and processes which will allow them to prepare and cook basic, tasty meals. An ideal opportunity for pupils to learn these essential, everyday skills in preparation for life after school.
Fitness
Performance Skills (Unit only)
National 5/Higher/Advanced Higher
S5/6
1-2 periods per week
This course will allow you to fully develop your sporting performance in a variety activities including
- Hockey
- Rugby
- Football
- Badminton
- Gymnastics
- Basketball
- Handball
Assessment will include two one-off performances in two different activities of your choice.
Sports and Recreation
Skills for Work Sport and Recreation (Level 4 and 5)
S5/6 – 5 periods per week
Are you interested in working within the sports sector?
The aim of the Skills for Work Sport and Recreation option is to develop skills that enable progression towards becoming a sports coach, fitness instructor, personal trainer, outdoor activities instructor and sports development officer.
This course will provide you with the opportunity to improve your knowledge of sport, exercise, fitness, health and wellbeing.
Opportunities for skills development:-
- Planning, delivering and reviewing a range of sport and activity sessions for our cluster primary schools.
- Assist at various sporting events both in school and the local community.
- Assist with fitness programming.
- Research and experience employment opportunities in the sport, fitness and recreation industry.
- Assist with sport and fitness centre duties.
Entry to the Course
- Active involvement in sport and fitness
- NPA Level 6 Sports Development
Sports Leader
See the P.E. section - http://www.marr.sayr.sch.uk/describesports.html
YASS - Young Applicants in Schools Scheme
YASS courses that are only applicable to S6 students who have passed four highers under the wider achievement box on the school website.
YASS courses are Open University courses that are designed to bridge the gap from school to university. The courses are distance online learning that students will undertake on their own. Independant learning and further study is particularly useful when applying to university and completing your personal statement for UCAS.
- Modules offered include medical and chemical science, engineering,law, business studies, IT and computing, arts, mathematics and languages.
- Each module offered through YASS is Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) Level 7, equivalent to first year university level.
- Modules can last from six to nine months and are clearly structured with timetables and deadlines.
- Studying with The OU gives you the flexibility to decide when and where you study each week.
- Shorter modules normally require up to eight hours of study a week, while a longer one can require up to 14 hours a week.
Young Enterprise
See the Business Section - http://www.marr.sayr.sch.uk/describeye.html
