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AQA GCSE in English Language

at Cowley International College, St. Helens · college

Level 2Stepping stonesGCSE1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is mainly for students who just missed out on a grade 4 in GCSE English in Year 11. The course is likely to be broadly similar to the GCSE studied before attending Sixth Form, but it may be with a different examining board and the course will complete in one year instead of two. GCSE English is an important qualification, increasing the opportunities for further study or employment. It may, for example, help a student to progress to a Level 3 course, gain a university place or secure a job which requires GCSE English.

What you need to get on

Compulsory for candidates without grade 4 in English

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

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

  • Cowley International College

    Hard Lane, St Helens, WA10 6LB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 30 September 2026 · St Helens

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