The English qualifications as a whole develop reading, writing, creativity, group work, individual research, oral skills, and conceptual and aesthetic discussion. English qualifications are useful for careers in the arts, media and journalism, teaching, law, and personnel functions. They also complement other subjects well where a balanced portfolio of personal skills and academic skills are required, for example, medicine, business, and languages.
GCSE level or higher, level 7 or above (or equivalent), for GCSE. A second English qualification from this list at level 7 or above (or equivalent), is also useful.
Component 1: a study of Non-fiction and spoken texts with Anthology from EMC, with the key focus being a comparison of texts across time and contexts. Assessment is by examination. Component 2: The Language of Poetry and Plays using analytical and stylistic approaches. Assessment is by examination. Component 3: Exploring the nature of narrative through prose study. Creative writing and commentary skills are required. Assessment is by examination. Component 4: Independent Study. Analysis of a set text via essay response and creation of original writing (1000-1200 words).
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| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Scotland Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, B32 4BT |
The English qualifications as a whole develop reading, writing, creativity, group work, individual research, oral skills, and conceptual and aesthetic discussion. English qualifications are useful for careers in the arts, media and journalism, teaching, law, and personnel functions. They also complement other subjects well where a balanced portfolio of personal skills and academic skills are required, for example, medicine, business, and languages.
GCSE level or higher, level 7 or above (or equivalent), for GCSE. A second English qualification from this list at level 7 or above (or equivalent), is also useful.
Component 1: a study of Non-fiction and spoken texts with Anthology from EMC, with the key focus being a comparison of texts across time and contexts. Assessment is by examination. Component 2: The Language of Poetry and Plays using analytical and stylistic approaches. Assessment is by examination. Component 3: Exploring the nature of narrative through prose study. Creative writing and commentary skills are required. Assessment is by examination. Component 4: Independent Study. Analysis of a set text via essay response and creation of original writing (1000-1200 words).