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Submitted by csouthworth on 10 January 2012 - 6.02pm
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

A Level - AQA

AS and A2

Level 

Level Three

What's it all about? 

This subject will fire your enthusiasm for language! You will develop your ability to express yourself fluently, accurately and persuasively, in speech and writing, across different genres, and for a vareity of audiences and purposes.

 

Progression 

This course is particularly suitable for students wishing to study English language or lingiuistics at university, but it would also be useful for those considering careers in journalism, education, and other professions where accurate and stylish writing is required. It encourages academic independence, through a workshop style of teaching and learning designed to better prepare students for degree-level study and professional development.

Entry Requirements 

In general, five GCSEs are required to undertake an A level programme at the College, and these should include at least grade B in English and maths. 

Duration 

one year

Are there any exams? 

Exam 80%

Coursework 20%

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

In year one you will explore writing and speech, and how context affects language function. This could include language in relation to sport, technology, power, gender and the workplace. You will cover a huge range of media from sources such as print, e-mail and social networking sites.

 

At A2 you will move on to explore how advertising and television have affected the development of language, and how change may be analysed and evaluated creatively. One unit also covers child language acquisition, which could prove useful for students entering professions involving working with young people, such as psychology, teaching and social work.

Course Facts

Although we are not yet able to confirm dates or fees, applications for the next course are now welcome. For further information please contact the Customer Services team on 01752 305300 or e-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk.

Click here to request an application form be sent to you through the post or download a printable copy.

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