GCSE English Language
COURSE OVERVIEW
A GCSE in English Language is vital whether you want to go to university, apply for an apprenticeship, or get a job. Employers and universities will usually insist upon it as a basic requirement.
It is important to be confident in the use of language because many of the skills required in everyday life and study require English in order to achieve the best success.
You can re-sit or take GCSE English Language alongside a range of BTEC and A Level courses subject to entry requirements.
EXAMINATION BOARD: AQA
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
GCSE English Language – preferred grade 3 (minimum grade 2).
Why study GCSE ENGLISH at Blackpool Sixth?
We have an experienced team of specialist teachers and examiners who will boost your confidence in the subject and help you obtain that grade 4 (or higher).
How will I be taught?
- Group work
- Pair work
- Individual in-class tasks
- Class discussion
- Timed practice
- Independent learning (through Google Classroom)
Teacher expertise
We have an experienced GCSE team with specialists in TEFL (teaching English as a foreign language) and teachers who mark Paper 1 and Paper 2 for AQA.
What skills will I develop?
- Identify information/ideas
- Comment on how writers use language
- Explain how writers structures texts
- Evaluate texts critically
- Structure a piece of writing effectively for an audience of your choice
How will I be assessed?
50
%- 50% Paper 1: Explorations in creative Reading and Writing (1 hr 45 mins) 80 marks
50
%- 50% Paper 2: Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives (1 hr 45 mins) 80 marks
What will you study and other information about GCSE English Language
- What will I study?
The course will be split into a range of engaging themes or topics which could include: social media & communication; captivity; exploration; gender; death & mortality; computer gaming and mythical creatures (please note: these are regularly reviewed in response to student voice and may be subject to change).
- Equipment and Financial contributions
A black pen and a set of highlighters.
- Field trips, projects and employability opportunities
We will offer you a range of opportunities to enrich your learning.
Where does it lead?
After successful completion of the course, students progress onto their second year of study (some into lower sixth from the Transition Programme and some into upper sixth if they are already on a Level 3 programme.) In the past we have had a small number of students who have progressed to an A level course in English and many who have used it to progress to a range of courses at university.
