A Level English Language in Clitheroe for 16 to 18 Year Olds

Name: A Level English Language in Clitheroe for 16 to 18 Year Olds
Availability: InStock

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds

Duration2 years

LevelLevel 3

DeliveryClassroom based

Start3 Sep 2027

Study modeFull-time

AttendanceDaytime

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About this course

Free A Level English Language course in Clitheroe. Classes run at Clitheroe Royal Grammar School, with full-time daytime study over two years. You'll explore how English works across different contexts and forms, using text and data sources to develop critical reading, data analysis, discursive writing, original writing, and investigative research skills. Entry requires a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 6, including at least grade 5 in English Language and English Literature, and grade 4 or above in Mathematics.

Who this course is for

English Language at A Level is totally different to GCSE; at university, the equivalent subject would be linguistics. English Language is a lively, relevant and engaging course with up-to-date content which reflects contemporary language study. You will explore how children learn to communicate, analyse how language has evolved over time (and continues to do so) as well as develop an understanding of how language is used differently by various groups in society. You will also create your own original writing, emulating a writer whose work you admire in a genre you enjoy. Perhaps the most exciting aspect of the course is the language investigation which allows you to create a scientific study of how language is used in the real world. By the end of the course, you will have developed skills in data analysis, creative writing, evaluation, writing logical and coherent arguments and engaged effectively with critical reading.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 6 with at least grade 5 in English Language and English Literature, and Mathematics at grade 4 or above.

What you will learn

You'll analyse language data and draw conclusions from text-based sources.
You'll write discursive essays exploring how English is used in different contexts.
You'll produce original writing, developing your own voice and style.
You'll carry out investigative research and present findings in writing.
You'll practise directed writing tasks that respond to specific briefs.
You'll develop critical reading skills across a range of contemporary language material.

How you will learn

You'll be assessed through a variety of methods: data analysis tasks, discursive essays, directed writing, original writing, and research-based investigative writing. Classes are classroom based, full-time and daytime at Clitheroe Royal Grammar School. Assessment is set and marked by AQA.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Clitheroe Royal Grammar School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

Content writer: produces articles, copy, and digital content
Journalist: reports and writes for print, broadcast, or online media
Copywriter: creates persuasive text for marketing and advertising
Communications officer: manages messaging for organisations
Editorial assistant: supports publishing and media production teams
Teacher (with further training): English language teaching at secondary level
Lexicographer: researches and compiles dictionaries and language references
UX writer: creates clear, user-focused text for digital products

What you could study next

A level 3 a level english language qualification is widely accepted for university entry. You could progress to a BA in English Language, Linguistics, English Literature, or Journalism. For teaching, a degree followed by a PGCE in English is the standard route. You might also combine this A Level with others to meet entry requirements for Law, Media Studies, or Communications degrees.

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