GCSE courses

All pupils at RGS take at least ten GCSEs at the end of the Fifth Form (Year 11). The core curriculum (compulsory) includes English Literature, English Language, Mathematics, at least one Modern Language, and Science (either Double Award or three separate sciences). Other subjects are then chosen from the list below. Click here for further details about each course (pdf format).

Note: The courses listed here are available during the current academic year, but no guarantee can be given about their future availability. Prospective parents are advised to contact the school to confirm the curriculum for the next academic year.

Subjects available at GCSE:

Mathematics*
English Language
English Literature
Biology/Chemistry/Physics or Double Award Science*
French
German
Spanish
Latin
Classical Civilization
Greek
History
Geography
Religious Studies
Philosophy & Ethics
Art & Design
Design Technology (3D Design)
Design Technology (Graphic Products)
Food Technology
Music
Drama
Information Technology
Physical Education

* All pupils take the International GCSE (IGCSE) in Mathematics and Science and will take IGCSE in English Language from September 2007. IGCSEs are regarded as more rigorous than GCSEs, and involve less coursework. They are fully accepted by all universities. However, they do not appear in league tables published by the government.

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