OCR Advanced GCE English Language
at Keswick School, Keswick · school or sixth form
What the college says
Paper 1: exploring language A: language under the microscope B: writing about a topical language issue C: comparing and contrasting texts Paper 2: language diversity and change Dimensions of linguistic variation A: child language acquisition B: language in the media C: language change Non-examined teacher assessment (20%): A language investigation (2000-2500 words) An academic poster (750-1000 words)
What you need to get on
GCSE Grade 6 or above in English language and grade 5 or above in English 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
Keswick School
VICARAGE HILL, KESWICK, CA12 5QB
DaytimeClassroom basedCheck the journey
Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · KESWICK
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