What will I study? • English Language introduces the study of English in its various forms and contexts, with the concepts and methods appropriate for the analysis of language underpinning all elements of the course. • Offering clear skills progression from GCSE, this course allows you to build on the skills already gained and prepare for your next steps. • The variety of assessment styles used, such as data analysis, discursive essays, directed writing, original writing and research-based investigative writing will allow you to develop a wide range of skills. These include critical reading, data analysis, evaluation, the ability to develop and sustain arguments and a number of different writing skills which are invaluable for both further study and future employment. Task: Students to produce a language investigation and a piece of original writing and commentary. What skills will I develop? • You will develop your skills as producers and interpreters of language, by understanding and using the concepts and methods appropriate for the analysis and study of language. • You will also develop your skills as independent producers and interpreters of language. How will this subject help me with my future career? A Level English Language is a respected, academic subject which will be helpful in any field of work or study. All areas of personal development require effective communication and interpretation skills, which are a key focus of this course.
6 x GCSE grade 9-4 (inc. Eng Lang. grade 4) 6 in English Language
A Level English Language is assessed by written examination (80%) and coursework (20%). There are two written papers: Paper 1: Language, the Individual and Society – 40% of the A level mark. 2 hours 30 minutes. Section A: Textual Variations and Representations – two texts (one contemporary and one older) linked by topic or theme. • A question requiring analysis of one text (25 marks) • A question requiring analysis of a second text (25 marks) • A questions requiring comparison of the two texts (20 marks) Section B: Children’s Language Development • A discursive essay on children’s language development, with a choice of two questions where the data provided will focus on spoken, written or multi-modal language Paper 2: Language Diversity and Change – 40% of the A level mark. 2 hours and 30 minutes Section A: Diversity and Change • One question from a choice of two – either an evaluative essay on language change or language diversity Section B: Language Discourses: Two texts about a topic linked to the study of diversity and change • A question requiring analysis of how the texts use language to present ideas, attitudes and opinions (40 marks) • A directed writing task linked to the same topic and the ideas in the texts (30 marks) Coursework: Language in Action – 20% of the A Level mark.
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Ealing |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Greenford Road, Greenford, UB6 9AW |
What will I study? • English Language introduces the study of English in its various forms and contexts, with the concepts and methods appropriate for the analysis of language underpinning all elements of the course. • Offering clear skills progression from GCSE, this course allows you to build on the skills already gained and prepare for your next steps. • The variety of assessment styles used, such as data analysis, discursive essays, directed writing, original writing and research-based investigative writing will allow you to develop a wide range of skills. These include critical reading, data analysis, evaluation, the ability to develop and sustain arguments and a number of different writing skills which are invaluable for both further study and future employment. Task: Students to produce a language investigation and a piece of original writing and commentary. What skills will I develop? • You will develop your skills as producers and interpreters of language, by understanding and using the concepts and methods appropriate for the analysis and study of language. • You will also develop your skills as independent producers and interpreters of language. How will this subject help me with my future career? A Level English Language is a respected, academic subject which will be helpful in any field of work or study. All areas of personal development require effective communication and interpretation skills, which are a key focus of this course.
6 x GCSE grade 9-4 (inc. Eng Lang. grade 4) 6 in English Language
A Level English Language is assessed by written examination (80%) and coursework (20%). There are two written papers: Paper 1: Language, the Individual and Society – 40% of the A level mark. 2 hours 30 minutes. Section A: Textual Variations and Representations – two texts (one contemporary and one older) linked by topic or theme. • A question requiring analysis of one text (25 marks) • A question requiring analysis of a second text (25 marks) • A questions requiring comparison of the two texts (20 marks) Section B: Children’s Language Development • A discursive essay on children’s language development, with a choice of two questions where the data provided will focus on spoken, written or multi-modal language Paper 2: Language Diversity and Change – 40% of the A level mark. 2 hours and 30 minutes Section A: Diversity and Change • One question from a choice of two – either an evaluative essay on language change or language diversity Section B: Language Discourses: Two texts about a topic linked to the study of diversity and change • A question requiring analysis of how the texts use language to present ideas, attitudes and opinions (40 marks) • A directed writing task linked to the same topic and the ideas in the texts (30 marks) Coursework: Language in Action – 20% of the A Level mark.
