English Language
at Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy, Lancaster · school or sixth form
What the college says
Imagine waking up tomorrow and being unable to speak or read or write. We take language for granted but it allows us to express our thoughts and feelings, maintain relationships and ask for the things we need. As a student of English Language you will come to realise that every word we say or write is a choice. You will learn new ways to analyse those choices as well as developing your own creative writing and research skills.
What you need to get on
Sixth Form Entry Requirement plus GCSE English Language – Grade 5 or GCSE English Literature – 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
Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy
Ashton Road, Lancaster, LA1 4RS
DaytimeClassroom basedCheck the journey
Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Lancaster
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