English Language
Liverpool College - Liverpool
01517244000
Queen's Drive, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18 8BG
Course summary

Studying English Language provides pupils with a range of skills: • an understanding of the way language is used as a communicative tool in a range of contexts. • creative writing skills linked to a range of classic authors. • an understanding of the history of the English Language, and its impact on the representation of social groups over time. • a detailed knowledge of a range of texts, including those influenced by the digital revolution. • an appreciation of a wide range of academic theories relevant to high level study. • independent study skills centring around project-based tasks.

Entry requirements

- 6 in English Language GCSE. - Passes at grade C or above including English and Mathematics

How you'll be assessed

The course is made up of two sections. The first, which represents 80% of the final mark, takes the form of two public examinations. Paper 1 includes ‘Textual Variations and Representations’ and ‘Children's Language Development (0-11 years). Paper 2 comprises of ‘Language Diversity and Change,’ ‘Language Discourses’ and ‘Writing skills.’ The second part of the course is a non-examined coursework folder and is worth 20% of the final mark. This includes a piece of creative writing and an

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityLiverpool
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressQueen's Drive, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18 8BG