English Language
Peter Symonds College - Hampshire
01962857500
Owens Road, Winchester, SO22 6RX
Course summary

English Language is an exciting, analytical subject and provides excellent preparation for higher education. On this course, you will look at the social science of language, its different uses and the different attitudes towards these uses. This course includes the study of language and representation and the analysis of World English. A Level English Language looks at the social science of language, its differing use by groups in society, attitudes towards these, and the detailed terminology through which we describe English's structure and grammar. Written responses will be predominately analytical in their nature.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Mathematics and English.

How you'll be assessed

Students will be assessed on the content and skills at the end of the 2 years through two 2½ hour summer exams (80%) and the non-exam assessment (20%) for the award of the A Level.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityHampshire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressOwens Road, Winchester, SO22 6RX