English Language
Course summary
Studying English language will open up new perspectives on the world around you as you increase your awareness of all aspects of interaction and expression. You’ll develop your knowledge of the technical aspects of language and enhance your analytical skills through exploring the relationship between texts of all types and their contexts. Many students go on to study an English-related subject at university, such as linguistics, English language, speech and language therapy, creative writing and journalism. Others successfully apply for subjects such as law and psychology. You’ll attend journalism and creative writing workshops with professional writers, and visit museums and exhibitions, including the British Library and Keats House. We also participate in the UK Linguistics Olympiad, competing against students across the country using language skills to solve problems.
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
English Language | Grade 6 in English Language | — |
English Literature | Grade 6 in English Literature | — |
Mathematics | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
As published by the school
Grade 6 in both GCSE English language and English literature, and grade 5 in mathematics
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Assessment
Exam - 2 hours 30 mins - 40% Exploring language Language under the microscope Writing about a topical issue Comparing and contrasting texts Exam - 2 hours 30 mins - 40% Dimensions of linguistic variation Child language acquisition Language in the Language change Coursework - 40% Independent language research Language investigation - 2,500 words Academic poster - 1,000 words
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