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The CCEA GCE Mathematics specification encourages students to extend their range of mathematical skills and techniques. They use their mathematical knowledge to reason logically and recognise incorrect reasoning.

Students draw diagrams and sketch graphs to help explore mathematical situations and interpret solutions.

The CCEA GCE Moving Image Arts specification

The CCEA GCE Music specification allows students to create and perform music which expresses their own interests and style.

This specification is available at two levels: AS and A2. Students can take the AS units plus the A2 units for a full GCE A level qualification. They can also choose to take the AS course as a stand-alone qualification.

The CCEA GCE Nutrition and Food Science specification focuses on good nutrition as an important part of leading a healthy lifestyle. Eating healthy food can help to reduce the risk of chronic illness and promote overall health.

The CCEA GCE Performing Arts specification encompasses drama, dance, music and any genre that involves performing in front of an audience. Performing arts is a huge growth industry in Northern Ireland: the Game of Thrones phenomenon has resulted in a burgeoning film industry, with many other major productions, such as Derry Girls, Line of Duty and The Fall creating a range of employment opportunities here.

The CCEA GCE Physics specification encourages stude

The CCEA GCE Professional Business Services (PBS) specification is unique. It aims to close the skills gap in a growing area of the economy that provides exciting opportunities for suitably qualified and skilled workers.

The CCEA GCE Religious Studies specification offers an academic approach to the study of religion, ethics and philosophy. It gives students opportunities to develop their knowledge and understanding of religion.

This specification is available at two levels: AS and A2. Students can take the AS units plus the A2 units for a full GCE A level qualification. They can also choose to take the AS course as a stand-alone qualification.

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The CCEA GCE Spanish specification aims to develop students’ enthusiasm for and understanding of the language and culture in a variety of contexts.

Students learn to communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in Spanish for a range of purposes. They also develop knowledge and understanding of themes relating to the society and culture, past and present, of a country or community where Spanish is spoken.

CCEA’s GCE Sports Science and the Active Leisure Industry specification is unique. It addresses key employment opportunities in the active leisure industry and prepares students for further study.

AS level covers fitness, training methods, fitness testing, planning training programmes and first aid. In the AS coursework unit, students use their knowledge to adopt the role of a ‘personal trainer’ advising a ‘client’.

The CCEA GCE Technology and Design specification encourages students to recognise and overcome challenges and constraints when working towards making high quality products.

This specification is available at two levels: AS and A2. Students can take the AS units plus the A2 units for a full GCE A level qualification. They can also choose to take the AS course as a stand-alone qualification.

The AS units include a common core of design and materials and a specialised study of:

The CCEA GCSE Art and Design specification develops students’ understanding of how meanings, ideas and intentions can be communicated through visual and tactile language. Students learn how to use different media and technologies to realise their intentions. They develop their understanding of the creative and cultural industries, and refine their work through experimentation.