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GCSE English Language

at The Blackpool Sixth Form College · sixth form college

Level 2Stepping stonesGCSE1 yearFull time

What the college says

The Route3 Programme is a one year programme. It offers a highly flexible step for those who are looking to boost their qualifications before Level 3 study programmes or entering the world of employment. At the heart of the programme are the skills and qualifications which todays employers want: English, maths, science, digital and creative skills, organisational and employability skills. The programme allows you to tailor your courses and to develop the skills needed for successful progression. A GCSE in English Language is vital whether you want to go to university, apply for an apprenticeship or get a job. Employers and universities will usually insist upon it as a basic requirement. It is important to be confident in the use of language because many of the skills required in every day life and study require English in order to achieve the best success. You can re-sit/take GCSE English Language alongside a range of BTEC and A Level courses subject to entry requirements. What will I study? For this course, you will study: explorations in creative reading and writing (paper one); writers' viewpoints and perspective (paper two). Both of these will be assessed by examination and are equally weighted. There is also an non-examination unit to develop your spoken language skills. Assessment. This course will be 100% examination. Where does it lead? Successful completion of this programme, when combined with your existing GCSEs at grade C or above, will give you 5 GCSE equivalent

What you need to get on

You will need at least four 3 (D) GCSE grades (or equivalent) and your English and maths need to be at no less than grade 2.

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?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Blackpool Sixth Form College

    THE BLACKPOOL SIXTH FORM COLLEGE BLACKPOOL OLD ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY3 7LR

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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BLACKPOOL

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