GCE A Level in English Language and Literature
at Springwood High School, King's Lynn · school or sixth form
What the college says
If you're a keen reader, enjoy analysing language and want to develop your own creative writing, this course would suit you. It compliments most other arts and humanities subjects and is particularly suited to students wishing to pursue careers where higher level communication and analytical skills are important. It will give you transferable skills including the ability to read critically, analyse and evaluate and undertake independent research.
What you need to get on
To gain a place in the Sixth Form all students will ideally have at least grade 4 in both an English and Maths and at least three other GCSEs, or Level 2 qualifications, at grade 5 or above. Additional subject criteria: A minimum of a Grade 5 in both English Language and Literature.
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
Springwood Sixth Form
QUEENSWAY, KING'S LYNN, PE30 4AW
DaytimeClassroom basedCheck the journey
Start dates
- 1 September 2027 · KING'S LYNN
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