I have applied for my chosen courses as I believe that they will aid me in my future aspirations. I have taken all three of my choices at a GCSE level already, and I thoroughly enjoy them. I would consider them to be some of my favourite subjects. I am in the top set for Physics and Design Technology (RM), and although there are no sets for geography, I believe that I am a high achiever. Geography has increased my awareness of the world around me, and how it works. Physics has challenged me with concepts and formulae that apply to the real world. Lastly, Design Technology has allowed me to be creative and see what I can achieve when tasked with an assignment. I have good skills in a workshop and my designing skills have been developed further through the GCSE
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Every weekend, I volunteer at my local church as an alter server. This has allowed me to develop my social skills, and confidence. In addition to that, I regularly attend karate on the weekends. I am currently a brown belt, aiming to get my black belt. During the week, I attend drum lessons, and currently I am working on achieving my grade 7. All three of these activities were also used for completion of my Bronze DofE award. Furthermore, I completed a two day one night expedition through the forests of Thetford. The DofE award has improved my team skills, through working cooperatively with an aim, and navigating trails independently. This year, I have started my Silver DofE award, which includes a three day two nights hike in the Peak District. In the sixth form, I plan on completing the Gold DofE as well. Prior to leaving due to the inconvenience of boarding, I also attended St John's Ambulance cadets. There I received my level 1 first aiders award. In year 8, I went on a two week exchange program with a school in Germany. It developed my independence and confidence in situations where I am not in my comfort
Every weekend, I volunteer at my local church as an alter server. This has allowed me to develop my social skills, and confidence. In addition to that, I regularly attend karate on the weekends. I am currently a brown belt, aiming to get my black belt. During the week, I attend drum lessons, and currently I am working on achieving my grade 7. All three of these activities were also used for completion of my Bronze DofE award. Furthermore, I completed a two day one night expedition through the forests of Thetford. The DofE award has improved my team skills, through working cooperatively with an aim, and navigating trails independently. This year, I have started my Silver DofE award, which includes a three day two nights hike in the Peak District. In the sixth form, I plan on completing the Gold DofE as well. Prior to leaving due to the inconvenience of boarding, I also attended St John's Ambulance cadets. There I received my level 1 first aiders award. In year 8, I went on a two week exchange program with a school in Germany. It developed my independence and confidence in situations where I am not in my comfort