English Language A Level

This course is for 16-18 years olds with an interest in where language comes from, how it evolves and its importance in every aspect of our lives. 

In studying for Paper 1, you will explore how children acquire language and investigate textual variety in society, from Twitter hashtags to editorials in The Times. For Paper 2, you will look at language diversity and change, investigating how other languages such as Norse and Jamaican Patois has influenced and enriched the language we speak, and the evolution of regional language varieties within Britain as well as how our identities affect the language we use. Your non-examined assessment will be an independent investigation into language in action.

5 x GCSEs at grade 4 and above including GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 and above.

We will invite you to a Course information meeting event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have. 

 You will provide a copy of your last school report and / or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other this will include attendance. This is to ensure we can support to be able to achieve well on the course. Applicants with 85% or below attendance will have been deemed not to have met this criteria. All applicants are given an opportunity to discuss any evidence based mitigating circumstances that may have affected the reference / school report. 

 At Course information meeting you will be able to discuss the Pathways for A-levels and look at combinations, We will ensure you are of the specific entry requirements at GCSE grade per A-level subject as some subjects will require higher than grade 5.

You will be assessed through two examinations and one individual assessment.

After studying English Language A Level, you could progress to university-level study in literature, journalism, creative writing, teaching or any other subject which requires an excellent understanding of language.

This course is free to anyone aged 16-18. There is no formal list of additional costs. However, if you are on a limited income, you may be eligible to receive help with these costs from our Learner Support Funding Bursary.