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Free GCSE English in Buckingham

CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE English course in Buckingham. Classes run at Furze Down School, full-time during the day.

The course covers reading, writing, and spoken language. You'll work with contemporary texts and real-world writing tasks over two years. It's a Pearson Edexcel GCSE English qualification, and many employers and colleges ask for it by name.

You'll finish with a GCSE in English Language.

Who this course is for

For Key Stage 4 pupils: GCSE (91) English Language qualification has been designed to engage and motivate students through a choice of contemporary texts, relatable modern themes, and real-world writing tasks.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and analyse a range of contemporary texts.
  • You'll write for different purposes and audiences.
  • You'll develop your spoken language and communication skills.
  • You'll explore modern themes through reading and discussion.
  • You'll practise planning, drafting, and editing your writing.
  • You'll build skills in summarising and comparing texts.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Furze Down School. Learning is delivered through lessons, guided reading, and written tasks. Assessment is by written exams at the end of the course. There is also a spoken language endorsement, which is assessed separately and does not affect your exam grade.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Furze Down School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service advisor, communicates clearly with customers in writing and in person.
  • Administrative assistant, drafts correspondence and handles written communications.
  • Retail team member, uses written and spoken English daily.
  • Healthcare support worker, records notes and communicates with patients and colleagues.
  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils with reading and writing tasks.

What you could study next

  • A Level English Language or English Literature, for those wanting to study English at a higher level.
  • Level 3 BTEC qualifications in a range of subjects, many of which require GCSE English.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, a route into university for adult learners who hold their GCSEs.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2, an alternative English qualification at the same level if you need a more flexible study route.
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