English Language

ENGLISH LANGUAGE
AS and A2 LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A*, A or B grades in English Language at GCSE Level.

AIMS
to appreciate and analyse language around us
to recognise bias
to examine how language works

CONTENT
Unit 1 - Categorising Texts
Unit 2 - Creating Texts
Unit 3 - Developing Language
Unit 4 - Investigating Language

ASSESSMENT
Units 1 and 3 are examined.
Units 2 and 4 are Coursework.

USEFULNESS IN THE FUTURE
An ‘A’ Level pass in English is recognised by all universities as an entry qualification for a full range of courses, both in Arts and Sciences. The course is also particularly useful for those hoping to pursue a career which involves writing in any form, from journalism to advertising… as well as teaching.