GCSE English
at The City of Liverpool College, Liverpool · college
What the college says
English language is an essential subject that will benefit you in all subjects and your future career and in life. Our English staff are committed to helping you achieve your grades and aim to scaffold the delivery English to give you a structured way of developing your skills. Our staff are passionate and deliver deliver classes which are interesting and engaging. Our aim is to help our you to enjoy your experience of English and to approach the subject in fresh and exciting way building understanding and confidence through the course. Delivery is focused on many aspects and you will study: creative writing, transactional writing, reading and speaking and listening. All classes are tailored to your interests and the real world. There are various possible combinations in which you can study for this qualification. If you come to college to take a GCSE resit program then this will be one you will choose to make up a full time program of study. If you come to college for a vocational course this GCSE will be run alongside. For 19+ learners there is an option to study this as an evening class or as part of a Pre- Access or Access program (subject to suitability assessment).
What you need to get on
All students aged 16-18 without English and Maths at grade 4 will be required to work towards these qualifications while on their course. 19+ learners will need to sit a suitability assessment to find the right course and level. If you are unsure of the entry requirements, or if you don't meet the criteria, please contact our Careers Advice and Guidance team who will be happy to help you find the best option for you. Email careersadvice@liv-coll.ac.uk or call 0151 252 3607.
How you are assessed
Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.
Where it runs
Clarence Street
Clarence Street, LIVERPOOL, L3 5TP
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Start dates
- 8 September 2026 · LIVERPOOL
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