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Free GCSE English Language Course in London

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE English Language Course in London. Classes run at Wimbledon College, full-time during the day.

The course covers reading, writing, and spoken language. You'll study a wide range of texts from the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. You'll also develop your writing skills, using varied vocabulary and sentence structures. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a GCSE in English Language, awarded by AQA.

Who this course is for

Students that would like to improve their level 2 profile before further study. And especially improve their grade in English from Year 11.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and analyse fiction and non-fiction texts from different time periods.
  • You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences.
  • You'll use narrative and descriptive techniques in creative writing tasks.
  • You'll explore how writers present viewpoints and perspectives on similar topics.
  • You'll develop spoken language skills through a summative speaking assessment.
  • You'll build confidence in structuring and expressing ideas in writing.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Wimbledon College. The qualification is assessed by two written exams. Paper 1 focuses on creative reading and writing. Paper 2 focuses on writers' viewpoints and perspectives. There is also a spoken language endorsement, assessed separately. All assessments are set and marked by AQA.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service advisor, clear written communication is essential in this role.
  • Administrative assistant, employers often ask for a GCSE English Language qualification.
  • Teaching assistant, schools require a GCSE English Language certificate as a minimum.
  • Healthcare support worker, written records and communication are a core part of the job.
  • Retail supervisor, strong literacy supports team coordination and reporting 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 Extended Diploma or BTEC, using your GCSE to meet entry requirements for vocational courses.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, a route into university for adults returning to study.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2, if you want a more flexible alternative qualification at the same level.
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