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Free GCSE English Language Course in Hammersmith and Fulham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE English Language Course in Hammersmith and Fulham. Classes run at Hammersmith and Fulham College, part-time during the day, over one year.

You'll study reading, writing, language analysis, creative writing, and transactional writing. Speaking and listening activities are part of the course too. The provider recommends you have a grade 3 GCSE in English or a Functional Skills Level 2 qualification before you start. If you have no prior qualifications, you'll take an online assessment so the college can find the right starting point for you.

You'll finish with a GCSE in English Language.

Who this course is for

Adults (19+)

Entry requirements

It is recommended that you have:

GCSE English at grade 3orFunctional Skills at Level 2

​If you do not have any qualifications, you will be asked to take an online assessment.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop reading skills to understand, interpret, and compare a wide range of texts.
  • You'll analyse how writers use language, structure, and techniques to create meaning.
  • You'll write creatively, producing stories, descriptions, and narratives in your own voice.
  • You'll practise transactional writing, including letters, articles, speeches, and reviews.
  • You'll build speaking and listening skills for clear, confident communication.
  • You'll prepare for a final written examination.

How you will learn

You'll attend daytime classroom sessions at Hammersmith and Fulham College. Learning is delivered through structured lessons, coursework, and speaking and listening activities. Assessment is by a combination of coursework and a final examination. The course targets a grade 4, the standard pass grade.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hammersmith and Fulham College 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, handles correspondence, reports, and written records.
  • Teaching assistant, supports classroom learning and pupil communication.
  • Healthcare receptionist, manages patient queries and written documentation.
  • Retail supervisor, writes reports and communicates with staff and customers.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 A Level in English Language or English Literature, for learners aiming for university entry.
  • Level 3 BTEC in a subject requiring strong communication skills, such as business, health, or media.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, a recognised route into university for adult learners.
  • Apprenticeships at Level 3, where a grade 4 GCSE in English is often a requirement.
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