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A-Level English Language

at Carmel College, St. Helens · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2024see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

English Language is appealing to students as it examines familiar texts from the real world including adverts, reviews, articles and speeches. You will have the opportunity to explore new genres such as Spoken Language, Language Change Over Time, and even language of Social Media. Lessons will focus on understanding how, and why language is used in specific ways. To do this effectively you will develop knowledge of key terminology which will enable you write in a concise and analytical style.

What you need to get on

Students should be aged 16 to 18 years old. You will need grade 5 in GCSE English Language and a grade 5 in GCSE English Literature (if studied).

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • CARMEL COLLEGE

    Prescot Road, ST. HELENS, WA10 3AG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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