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GCSE English Language Course in Leeds for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration38 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body

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About this course

Free GCSE English Language Course in Leeds. Classes run at Garforth Academy, full-time during the day.

The course runs over 38 weeks. You'll study how language is constructed and how it influences readers and listeners. Units cover reading, writing, spoken language, and language analysis. You'll also produce your own language investigation. These skills are useful for further study in English, linguistics, humanities, and many other subjects.

You'll finish with a GCSE in English Language.

Who this course is for

You will look at the way language works, both in terms of the way that it is put together & the way it affects other people. You will learn and use these skills to analyse others? language & produce your own language investigation. It is valuable if you are looking to study a degree in English, linguistics or humanities subjects such as history or philosophy.

Entry requirements

Please see the Sixth Form website for specific entry criteria here http://www.garforthacademy.org.uk/course_requirements

What you will learn

  • You'll analyse how writers and speakers use language to affect their audience.
  • You'll develop your reading skills across a range of texts.
  • You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences.
  • You'll study spoken language and how it works in different contexts.
  • You'll produce your own language investigation.
  • You'll build skills in planning, drafting, and editing your writing.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Garforth Academy. The GCSE in English Language is assessed by written exams. There is also a spoken language endorsement, which is assessed separately and does not affect your exam grade. Your teacher will guide you through the WJEC specification across the 38-week course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Garforth Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service advisor, strong written communication is essential in this role.
  • Administrative assistant, clear writing and reading skills are required daily.
  • Receptionist, handles written correspondence and communicates with the public.
  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils with reading and writing tasks.
  • Retail supervisor, writes reports and communicates with customers and staff.
  • Library assistant, works with written materials and helps the public find information.

What you could study next

  • A Level English Language, the natural next step if you want to study English at a higher level.
  • A Level English Literature, pairs well with language study and opens routes into higher education.
  • Level 3 BTEC in Media, builds on communication and language skills in a creative context.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, prepares you for university study in humanities or social sciences.
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