English Language
at King'S Academy Bay House, Gosport · school or sixth form
What the college says
Students wishing to follow this course should have achieved at least a grade 5 at GCSE. To succeed, it is crucial to have an interest in the use and development of our language and to enjoy writing for various purposes. Some aspects are similar to those of GCSE English, including original writing and textual analysis.
What you need to get on
Standard entry requirements: 6 GCSE grades 4-9, including 2 @ grade 5 or higher Subject specific entry requirements: English Language - GCSE grade 5 English Literature - GCSE grade 5
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
Bay House School
Gomer Lane, Gosport, PO12 2QP
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Gosport
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