Free Entry Level 2 ESOL Writing Course in Exeter – Exeter College – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration84 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing course in Exeter. Classes run at Exeter College. This is a daytime, full-time course for people who use English as a second or additional language and want to develop their written English. You'll work on the writing skills you need for everyday life, study, and work in the UK. The course runs for 84 hours in total. It covers practical writing tasks at Entry Level 2, helping you communicate more clearly in writing.

Who this course is for

For details about GATEWAY AWARD IN ESOL SKILLS FOR LIFE - ENTRY 2 LEVEL - WRITING - YES PLUS (LINK P0TESA20/6/A), please see the College Website (Courses can be found under the 16-18 / Adults / University tabs or use the search box at the top of the screen or use the screen). Alternatively please call to speak to a college advisor.

Entry requirements

See website for futher details

What you will learn

  • You'll write simple sentences using correct punctuation and basic grammar.
  • You'll spell common everyday words accurately.
  • You'll plan and organise short pieces of writing for a purpose.
  • You'll write for practical situations such as forms, notes, and messages.
  • You'll use capital letters, full stops, and question marks correctly.
  • You'll build vocabulary for everyday topics in English.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Exeter College. Learning is hands-on, with written tasks and exercises completed in class. Assessment is through written tasks that show what you can do at Entry Level 2. Your tutor will give you feedback throughout the course to support your progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Exeter College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer-facing retail or hospitality roles requiring written English
  • Care assistant roles where written records are part of the job
  • Warehouse or logistics work involving written communication
  • Classroom or school support roles needing basic written English
  • Office or admin assistant roles at entry level

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) - the next step up, building on what you've learned at Entry Level 2.
  • Entry Level 2 or 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading or Speaking and Listening) - broaden your English skills across all four areas.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 - moves you toward the GCSE-equivalent level of English recognised by UK employers and colleges.

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