GCE A Level in English Language
at The Sir John Colfox Academy, Bridport · school or sixth form
What the college says
English Language at A Level is an exploration of language in action. You will study a wide range of texts from fiction and non-fiction to spoken transcripts and electronic texts. There is a focus on how language creates meanings and representations in different contexts. You will acquire specific terminology and understanding of the linguistic framework in order to analyse texts and apply theory. At A Level, you will be introduced to engaging topics that relate to how language works in society. Units of study will include: Language and Gender Language and Power Language and Occupation Accents and Dialect Language and Representation Child Language Acquisition Language Change
What you need to get on
A Minimum of 5 GCSEs A* to C
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
The Sir John Colfox Academy
Ridgeway, Bridport, DT6 3DT
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