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GCSE English Language Course in Merton for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Ricards Lodge High School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration9 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See English Courses in Merton.

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About this course

Free GCSE English Language Course in Merton. Classes run at Ricards Lodge High School, full-time during the day over nine months.

The course covers reading, writing, spoken language, and analysis of fiction and non-fiction texts. You'll practise writing for different purposes and audiences, and develop skills in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. It's open to students aged 16 to 18 years old who don't yet hold a GCSE grade 4 or above in English.

You'll finish with a GCSE in English Language.

Who this course is for

All students aged 16-18 who do not hold new GCSE 9 to 4 or equivalent qualification in maths and/or English, are required to be studying these subjects as part of their study programme in each academic year until they achieve grade 4 or higher. Any student who achieves a 4 in maths and/or English GCSE may also be recommended to take the resit if needed for their future career path e.g. teaching

Entry requirements

All students aged 16-18 who do not hold new GCSE 9 to 4 or equivalent qualification in maths and/or English, are required to be studying these subjects as part of their study programme in each academic year until they achieve grade 4 or higher. Any student who achieves a 4 in maths and/or English GCSE may also be recommended to take the resit if needed for their future career path e.g. teaching

What you will learn

  • You'll read and analyse fiction and non-fiction texts.
  • You'll write for a range of purposes and audiences.
  • You'll develop skills in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
  • You'll practise spoken language and communication skills.
  • You'll evaluate writers' use of language and structure.
  • You'll produce creative and descriptive writing.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Ricards Lodge High School. The AQA GCSE in English Language is assessed by two written exams at the end of the course. There is also a spoken language endorsement, which is assessed separately and does not count toward the final grade. No coursework is required.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ricards Lodge High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service adviser, clear written and spoken communication is essential.
  • Administrative assistant, employers often require a GCSE English Language qualification.
  • Healthcare support worker, many NHS roles ask for GCSE English grade 4 or above.
  • Retail supervisor, written communication and record-keeping are part of the role.
  • Teaching assistant, schools require a GCSE English Language certificate at grade 4 or above.

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 or BTEC, many vocational programmes require a GCSE English Language pass as an entry condition.
  • Apprenticeship, a grade 4 or above in English opens the door to a wide range of apprenticeship programmes.
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