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During your Advanced Higher English course you will draw on your skills in language analysis and evaluation and apply them to a range of literary works. You will study and critique literary works from various genres and demonstrate your own writing skills.
Anyone who has passed Higher German in the last ten years with an A or a B grade will be automatically included on the course, however all others will also be considered.
Anyone who has passed Higher History in the last ten years with an A or a B grade will be automatically included on the course, however all others will also be considered.
During your Higher Mathematics studies, you will develop a range of skills. The course will equip you with the skills to interpret and analyse information, simplify, and solve problems, assess risk, and make informed decisions.
This course introduces candidates to an advanced range of computational processes, where they learn to apply a rigorous approach to the design and development process across a variety of contemporary contexts.
The Higher Biology course gives candidates the opportunity to understand and investigate the living world in an engaging and enjoyable way. It develops candidates’ abilities to think analytically, creatively and independently, and to make reasoned evaluations.
Business plays an important role in society, as it creates wealth, prosperity, jobs and choices for consumers. It is therefore essential to have effective businesses and business managers to sustain this role. This course is suitable for candidates who are interested in entering the world of business as a manager, employee or a self-employed person
This course allows candidates to acquire a deeper understanding of the central concepts of chemistry. Chemists play a vital role in the production of everyday commodities. Chemistry research and development are essential for the introduction of new products. The study of chemistry is of benefit not only to those intending to pursue a career in science, but also to those intending to work in areas such as the food, health or manufacturing industries.
This course introduces candidates to an advanced range of computational processes, where they learn to apply a rigorous approach to the design and development process across a variety of contemporary contexts.
During your Higher English studies you will develop a range of skills in analysis and evaluation of language techniques. You will learn about the techniques that writers use to enhance meaning and create impact in their writing and you will also learn how to employ some of these techniques in your own writing.
Learning a language enables candidates to make connections with different people and their cultures and to play a fuller part as global citizens.
This course builds on the principles and practices of the social studies and science curriculum areas. Candidates develop important attitudes, including: an open mind and respect for the values, beliefs and cultures of others; openness to new thinking and ideas; and a sense of responsibility and global citizenship.
This course provides you with the opportunity to develop skills in reading, listening, talking and writing in German, which are essential for learning, for work and for life. Learn to use different media effectively for learning and communication; to develop understanding of how language works; and to use language to communicate ideas, opinions and information.
During your study of Higher History you will develop a range of skills in analysis and evaluation of historical sources, concepts and theories alongside the methods used to investigate those theories. You will learn how to understand society and the relationships among individuals, groups and institutions using research skills and developing the ability to evaluate and analyse information.
The Higher Human Biology course gives candidates the opportunity to understand and investigate the living world in an engaging and enjoyable way. It develops candidates’ abilities to think analytically, creatively and independently, and to make reasoned evaluations.
During your Higher Mathematics studies, you will develop a range of skills. The course will equip you with the skills to interpret and analyse information, simplify, and solve problems, assess risk, and make informed decisions.
During your study of Higher Modern Studies you will develop a knowledge and understanding of a range of political and social contexts. You will develop skills in analysis and evaluation as well as in methods of research in social science.
During your Higher Philosophy studies, you will build on existing knowledge and curiosity about philosophy. You’ll explore questions related to knowledge and morality and they become more aware of the complexity of everyday and philosophical arguments.
This course allows candidates to acquire a deeper understanding of the central concepts of chemistry. Chemists play a vital role in the production of everyday commodities. Chemistry research and development are essential for the introduction of new products. The study of chemistry is of benefit not only to those intending to pursue a career in science, but also to those intending to work in areas such as the food, health or manufacturing industries.
During your study of Higher Politics you will develop a knowledge and understanding of a range of political theories, contexts and issues. You will develop skills in analysis and evaluation as well as in methods of research in social science.
Throughout your Higher Psychology studies, you will develop a wide range of skills such as analysis and evaluative skills, as well as interpreting statistics. Psychology is one of the most diverse subjects as it has one foot in the Arts and one in the Sciences. As such, employers look on Psychology qualifications favourably.
During your study of Higher Sociology you will develop a range of skills in analysis and evaluation of sociological perspectives, concepts and theories alongside the methods used to investigate those theories. You will learn how to understand society and the relationships among individuals, groups and institutions using research skills and developing the ability to evaluate and analyse information
This course provides candidates with the opportunity to develop skills in reading, listening, talking and writing, which are essential for learning, for work and for life; to use different media effectively for learning and communication; to develop understanding of how language works; and to use language to communicate ideas and information.
Administration and IT cuts across all sectors of the economy and offers wide-ranging employment opportunities. The course helps candidates to develop administrative and IT skills, and an understanding of related theory, enabling them to effectively contribute to and support organisations.
During your National5 Applications of Mathematics studies, you will develop a range of skills. The course will equip you with the skills to interpret and analyse information, simplify, and solve problems, assess risk, and make informed decisions.
The course offers opportunities for candidates to develop the ability to think analytically and to make reasoned evaluations. The course covers a variety of relevant contexts including the chemistry of the Earth’s resources, the chemistry of everyday products and chemical analysis.
The course helps candidates to understand computational processes and thinking. It covers a number of unifying themes that are used to explore a variety of specialist areas, through practical and investigative tasks. The course highlights how computing professionals are problem-solvers and designers, and the far-reaching impact of information technology on our environment and society.
During your English studies you will develop a range of skills in understanding and evaluating fiction and non-fiction writing. You will learn about the techniques that writers use to enhance meaning and create impact in their writing and you will also learn how to use some of these techniques in your own writing.
Learning a language enables you to make connections with different people and their cultures and to play a fuller part as global citizens. The ability to use language effectively lies at the centre of thinking and learning. You will reflect, communicate, and develop ideas through language.
Through the study of geography, and the acquisition of techniques of geographical analysis, candidates develop an understanding of aspects of the contemporary world. Their confidence grows as they begin to understand more about their sense of identity and learn about different countries and cultures.
Learning a language enables you to make connections with different people and their cultures and to play a fuller part as global citizens. The ability to use language effectively lies at the centre of thinking and learning. You will reflect, communicate, and develop ideas through language.
In the National 5 History course, candidates develop their understanding of the world by learning about other people and their values, in different times, places and circumstances. The course helps candidates to develop a map of the past and an appreciation and understanding of the forces which have shaped the world today.
During your National 5 mathematics studies you will develop a range of skills. The course will equip you with the skills to interpret and analyse information, simplify, and solve problems, assess risk and make informed decisions.
The course uses a multidisciplinary approach to develop candidates’ knowledge and understanding of contemporary political and social issues in local, Scottish, United Kingdom and international contexts. Candidates develop the skills to interpret and participate in the social and political processes they will encounter in their lives.
The course offers opportunities for candidates to develop the ability to think analytically and to make reasoned evaluations. The course covers a variety of relevant contexts including the chemistry of the Earth’s resources, the chemistry of everyday products and chemical analysis.
The National 5 Psychology course develops your knowledge and understanding of psychological explanations for individual and social behaviour. Studying psychology enables you to find out some of the ways that thoughts and the environment can affect how we feel and behave.
The course encourages candidates to develop values and beliefs and learn how to express them. It helps them to develop respect for others and an understanding of beliefs and practices which are different from their own. They develop an understanding of human beliefs, values and behaviour; and examine how religion, morality and philosophy might help people find meaning and purpose in life.
During your study of National 5 Sociology you will develop a knowledge and understanding of human society and specific aspects and issues within this. You will develop skills in analysis and evaluation as well as in methods of research in social science.
During your English studies you will develop a range of skills in understanding and evaluating fiction and non-fiction writing. You will learn about the techniques that writers use to create meaning and impact in their writing and you will also learn how to use some of these techniques in your own writing.
Mathematics enables us to model real-life situations and make connections and informed predictions. It equips us with the skills we need to interpret and analyse information, simplify and solve problems, assess risk, and make informed decisions
2025/2026 Full Course for National 4 English
2025/2026 Full Course National 4 History
2025/2026 Full Course National 4 Mathematics
2026-2027 Full Course National 4 Media
2025/2026 Full Course National 5 Admin & IT
2025/2026 Full Course National 5 Applications of Mathematics
2026-2027 Full Course National 5 Biology
2025/2026 Full Course National 5 Chemistry
2025/2026 Full Course National 5 Computing Science
2025/2026 Full course National 5 English
2025/2026 Full course National 5 French
2025/2026 Full Course National 5 Geography
2025/2026 Full Course National 5 German
2026/2027 Full Course National 5 History
2025/2026 Full Course National 5 Mathematics
2026-2027 Full Course National 5 Media
2025/2026 Full Course National 5 Modern Studies
2026/2027 Full Course National 5 Physics
2025/2026 Full Course National 5 Psychology
2026/2027 Full Course National 5 RMPS
2025/2026 Full Course National 5 Sociology
2026-2027 Full Course National 5 Spanish
20256/2026 Full Course Higher Admin & IT
2026/2027 Full Course Higher Applications of Mathematics
20256/2026 Full Course Higher Biology
2025/2026 Full Course Higher Business Management
20256/2026 Full Course Higher Chemistry
20256/2026 Full Course Higher Computing Science
2025/2026 Full Course Higher English
2025/2026 Full Course Higher French
20256/2026 Full Course Higher Geography
2026/2027 Full Course Higher German
2025/2026 Higher History
2026/2027 Full Course Higher Human Biology
2025/2026 Full Course Higher Mathematics
2025/2026 Higher Modern Studies
2025/2026 Full Course Higher Philosophy
2026/2027 Higher Physics
20256/2026 Full Course Higher Politics
2025/2026 Higher Psychology
2025/2026 Full Course Higher Sociology
20256/2026 Full Course Higher Spanish
2025/2026 Advanced Higher English
2025/2026 Full Course Advanced Higher German
2025/2026 Full Course Advanced Higher History
2026/2027 Higher Physics
