Sixth Form General Studies

A compulsory course in the Sixth Form at Hereford Cathedral School is the non-examined General Studies programme which aims to support the academic studies of students, assist their career choices, broaden their experience of life skills and stimulate an interest in a wide range of subjects that students are not normally able to study in a Sixth Form. For example, students wishing to study medicine will be able to opt for a course that prepares them for Medical School and includes presentations from practicing doctors. Similarly, students wishing to study Law can broaden their interest and knowledge by opting for a Law course led by professionals in the legal field.  Other courses will include Study Skills, Critical Thinking, Car Maintenance, Survival Cookery (for university years), Personal Accountancy, Psychology, First Aid, Armed Forces Leadership, Creative Writing and, amongst many more, a unit to prepare students for their driving test theory paper.

• Courses are designed to prepare students for beyond Hereford Cathedral School.
• These courses give students a variety of skills that would otherwise not be taught in the classroom
• All students take ‘Study skills’ at some point during the General Studies course.
• A handful are designed simply to give students extra interests.

Courses are chosen in response to career interests raised in the 5th Year interviews with the Headmaster. Courses often include a visit to places of work Sessions are led by career professionals.

Courses also help prepare students for university courses

• Extra tutorials available for students preparing for university interviews
• Introduces subjects that some students subsequently choose to study at university
• Advice on university applications.
• Personal statements and apply process on line.