14 English Language A Level English Language A Level is your chance to study the world’s leading language from its early formalisation in the 1600s to its future in our world. You will learn about human speech, the impact of language on our perceptions; the power of language in a variety of global, national and regional contexts. You will hone your analytical and evaluative skills, learn to write like a journalist, and conduct forensic linguistic investigations into aspects of the English language. Your subject knowledge of English will advance and you will learn how it is significant in other academic fields such as Sociology, Psychology, Media, Law, Childhood Studies, etc. English Language A level has no relationship to the GCSE. It is raw, relevant and remarkable. Course Overview This A Level qualification is linear which means students will sit all exams at the end of their course in Year 13. These examinations test a range of writing skills and knowledge of language topics. You will also complete an independent project. Paper 1: Language, the individual and society Paper 2: Language diversity and change Independent project (NEA): Language in Action Assessment English Language is a highly regarded A Level for entry to university and higher education. It is a facilitating subject meaning that it is of benefit to any future course or career. It is specifically useful for speech therapy, education, journalism, publishing, politics, law, forensic linguistics, marketing, radio, television, etc. Where could it take you? Entry Requirements A minimum of 5 grades 9-4 at GCSE including Mathematics. A GCSE grade 5 or above in English Language or English Literature is required.
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