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Free GCSE English Language Course in Oldbury

CostFREE
Duration13 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE English Language Course in Oldbury. Classes run at Nova Training Oldbury, full-time during the day.

It runs over 13 weeks. You'll develop your reading, writing, and communication skills across the full GCSE English Language syllabus, preparing you for either the autumn or summer exam series. Learning combines classroom lessons with a tutor, supported study sessions, and online learning through an e-learning platform.

You'll finish with a GCSE in English Language.

Who this course is for

Nova Training offer a GCSE (9-1) English Language - post 16 retake. This qualification is available to any learners who achieved a grade D or grade 3 in their GCSE English language at school. Nova Training offer a blended learning approach consisting of classroom based lessons with a GCSE Tutor, supported study in centres and e-learning via our e learning platform.

Course Content The course supports learners to develop their GCSE English Language Skills in preparation for either the Autumn or Summer retake windows provided by the examining body.

Entry requirements

Learners must be aged 16 to 19. As this is a retake qualification learners must have achieved a grade D or 3 in GCSE English Language previously.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your reading skills, analysing and evaluating a range of texts.
  • You'll practise writing for different purposes and audiences.
  • You'll build your skills in descriptive and narrative writing.
  • You'll study language and structural techniques used by writers.
  • You'll develop your ability to compare texts and present a reasoned viewpoint.
  • You'll strengthen your spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom lessons with a GCSE tutor during the day. Supported study sessions in the centre give you time to practise and consolidate your learning. You'll also use an online e-learning platform to study between sessions. Assessment is by written examination. There is no coursework component for this Pearson Edexcel qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Oldbury will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service advisor, strong written English is often required for this role.
  • Administrative assistant, handles written correspondence and documents.
  • Healthcare support worker, many employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
  • Retail team leader, written communication skills support this step up.
  • Teaching assistant, schools typically require GCSE English at grade 4 or above.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 A Level English Language, the natural next step if you want to study English further.
  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in a vocational subject, many courses require GCSE English at grade 4 or above.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2, an alternative English qualification recognised by many employers.
  • Apprenticeship in a range of sectors, most require GCSE English at grade 4 or above to start.
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