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English Language A Level

at WAINGELS, Reading · other provider

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Students study a range of aspects of language including: language levels (e.g. grammar, the layout of texts); how language varies depending on social factors such as gender or professions; how our language has developed over time and how children acquire language. Parts of the course also assess writing skills, with opportunities for original writing and opinion writing.

What you need to get on

Standard entry requirements: Maths and English Language at a grade 4. Based on Attainment 8 scores we will offer the following pathways: Vocational Pathway (selecting only Vocational Courses): 40, Combination Pathway (selecting a mixture of A Level and Vocational): 45, A Level Pathway (selecting only A Levels): 50. Subject specific requirements: A grade 6 in both English Language and Literature at GCSE.

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

  • Waingels College

    Waingels College Waingels Road, Reading, RG5 4RF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Reading

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