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Free GCSE English Language Course in Burton-on-Trent

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body

About this course

Free GCSE English Language Course in Burton-on-Trent. Classes run at Paget High School, Business and Enterprise College, full-time during the day.

The course is compulsory for Sixth Form students who have not yet achieved the required grade in GCSE English Language. Over two years, you'll develop your reading, writing, and spoken language skills. You'll study creative reading and writing, and explore writers' viewpoints and perspectives. AQA assesses the course through two written papers, each lasting one hour and forty-five minutes, plus a Speaking and Listening component.

You'll finish with a GCSE in English Language.

Who this course is for

This is a COMPULSORY course for students entering the Sixth Form, who have not previously achieved the Government’s required grade in GCSE English Language.

Entry requirements

This is a new course as there have been changes to how GCSE English Language is examined. The qualification will be graded on a nine-point scale: 1 to 9 - where 9 is the best grade. Speaking and Listening (Non-examination assessed; 0% weighting of GCSE)• Paper 1: Exploring creative reading and writing (50%) Written paper: 1 hour 45 minutes Paper 2: Writers’ viewpoints and perspectives (50%) Written paper: 1 hour 45 minutes

What you will learn

  • You'll read and analyse a range of fiction and non-fiction texts.
  • You'll write creatively, developing your own voice and style.
  • You'll explore writers' viewpoints and how language is used to influence readers.
  • You'll develop skills in structuring and organising your writing.
  • You'll practise spoken language skills through Speaking and Listening tasks.
  • You'll learn how to write clearly and effectively for different purposes and audiences.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons covering reading, writing, and spoken language. Assessment is by two written exams. Paper 1 covers creative reading and writing and lasts one hour and forty-five minutes. Paper 2 covers writers' viewpoints and perspectives and also lasts one hour and forty-five minutes. Speaking and Listening is assessed separately and does not count toward your final grade.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Paget High School, Business and Enterprise College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service advisor, strong written communication is essential for this role.
  • Administrative assistant, clear writing and reading skills are required daily.
  • Retail team member, many employers ask for a GCSE English Language qualification.
  • Healthcare support worker, written records and communication are a core part of the job.
  • Teaching assistant, schools require a GCSE English Language certificate as a minimum.

What you could study next

  • A-Level English Language or English Literature, the natural next step for those wanting to study English at a higher level.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in a vocational subject, many courses require a GCSE English Language pass for entry.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2, an alternative English qualification if you want to build further before progressing to A-Level study.

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