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Free GCSE English Language Course in Sheffield – The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE English Language Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus, part-time during the day.

The course takes one year to complete. You'll study reading, writing, spoken language, and how to analyse and respond to a range of texts. Topics include fiction and non-fiction reading, creative writing, and communicating clearly for different purposes and audiences. The qualification is assessed by AQA.

You'll finish with a GCSE in English Language.

Who this course is for

The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and analyse fiction and non-fiction texts.
  • You'll write for a range of purposes, including to inform, argue, and persuade.
  • You'll develop creative writing skills across different forms.
  • You'll evaluate how writers use language and structure to achieve effects.
  • You'll practise spoken language skills, including presenting and responding to questions.
  • You'll compare texts and support your ideas with evidence.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Hillsborough Campus. The AQA GCSE 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 affect your exam grade. No coursework is required.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service advisor, communicates clearly with customers in writing and in person.
  • Administrative assistant, handles correspondence, reports, and written records.
  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils with reading and writing tasks.
  • Care worker, writes accurate care notes and communicates with colleagues and families.
  • Retail team leader, produces written reports and communicates with staff and suppliers.

What you could study next

  • A Level English Language or English Literature, for those wanting to study English at a higher level.
  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma, a route into university for adults without traditional qualifications.
  • Level 3 qualifications in education, health, business, or other sectors where strong English is a requirement for entry.
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