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GCE A Level in English Language

at Ashington High School · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2022see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Deciding to study English language at A level allows students to be equipped with valuable transferable skills such as; critical thinking, analytical skills, essay writing and research skills. Studying for a qualification in this subject also heightens a person’s attention to detail which can help study across a range of subjects. Having sound working knowledge in this area can open pathways to many different careers, from writing to teaching, speech therapy or perhaps even journalism. By looking at a range of text and data-based sources of language, students are allowed to explore English in varying forms and contexts which provides variety and adventure throughout the course.

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs at grade 4/M or above, including maths and English 6 in English Language

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

  • Ashington Academy

    Ashington Academy Green Lane, Ashington, NE63 8DH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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