English Language

Course summary

Choose to study English Language at Brighouse Sixth Form College and learn how we use language, manipulate language, change our language, where our language came from and where it is going. Are you inquisitive, and analytical and want to discover how society shapes language and how it shapes us? This subject will challenge you to think about how the English language has developed, how we use language, and how we respond to language in different contexts. You will develop your skills of analysis, perception and interpretation and you will learn how to develop your thinking through a thorough exploration of studies and theories focusing on the use of language in a variety of contexts. The English Language is a qualification which fits in with and complements almost any line of academic study and will equip you with the skills to appreciate how our response to the world around us is shaped by language, as well as giving you an excellent platform for a wide range of professions.