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GCE A Level in English Language

at Hessle High School and Penshurst Primary School, Hessle · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

You Will Study Exploring Language Language under the Microscope. Writing about a topical language issue. Comparing and contrasting texts. Dimensions of Linguistic Variation Child language acquisition. Language in the media. Language change. Independent Language Research (coursework) Investigation (2,000 - 2,500 words) Academic poster (750 - 1,000 words) This course looks at English in its various forms and contexts. It develops a variety of skills including critical reading, data analysis, evaluation and the ability to develop and sustain arguments. Assessment 80% Exam and 20% Coursework. Future Opportunities Many of our students go on to study English and related courses such as journalism at university.

What you need to get on

GCSE English (5), GCSE Maths (4)

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

  • Hessle High School and Sixth Form College

    Tranby House Heads Lane, Hessle, HU13 0JQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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