A-Level English Language

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What will the A Level English Language course involve? English Language is a popular A Level appealing to students because it examines texts in the real world such as adverts, speeches and newspaper articles. The emphasis is on understanding how and why language is used in specific ways and developing knowledge of key terminology which will help you analyse texts in a concise and focused style. After learning how to analyse unseen texts, you will continue to develop your understanding of key frameworks as well as studying the development of English Language over time. This topic covers historical, social and cultural aspects as well as examining current attitudes towards the effects of new technology. There is also a focus on spoken language. You will analyse a wide range of transcripts from television and radio, spontaneous real life talk, comedy and child language acquisition.

Course information

Name: A-Level English Language Qualification title: GCE A Level in English Language Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment There will be three exams at the end of the second year (80%) and one piece of coursework (20%). Awarding WJEC (Formerly Welsh Joint Education Committee) Created 20141013 11:09:44 Updated 20160329 10:21:51

Entry requirements

There is an excellent library containing both traditional texts, but also the very best of contemporary writing. The Department has a book of the month programme giving students the opportunity to enjoy the latest publications. We have comprehensive IT facilities in the college and the English Department subscribes to a range of magazines and on-line resources such as Pro-Quest and the Oxford English Dictionary. Equipment required There is an excellent library containing both traditional texts, but also the very best of contemporary writing. The Department has a book of the month programme giving students the opportunity to enjoy the latest publications. We have comprehensive IT facilities in the college and the English Department subscribes to a range of magazines and on-line resources such as Pro-Quest and the Oxford English Dictionary.

Provider

CARMEL COLLEGE
info@carmel.ac.uk
01744 452200
http://www.carmel.ac.uk

Address

Prescot Road Town: ST. HELENS County:Merseyside

Learning aims

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