English Language A Level focuses on the development of an analytical response to data, 'real' texts and theoretical frameworks. Teaching is centred on seminar discussion and takes for granted a strong interest in spoken and written language and how language works in use. Students must have a willingness to undertake independent, critical research and have a keen interest in how language is acquired; how English changes over time and varies within English speaking communities; how meanings are conveyed; linguistic effects, and how language is used to represent people, times, institutions and ideas.
Sixth Form candidates should be predicted a minimum of three-level 7s and three-level 6s at I/GCSE. We expect applicants to achieve at least a level 7 in the subjects they wish to study at A Level (where appropriate). Those living overseas and not taking I/GCSE papers may take our own entrance examinations in English, Maths and a General Paper, by arrangement either at their current school or at a British Council office and will be interviewed by Skype. Candidates who do not have English as their first language should refer to the International Candidates page.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £23,730; Boarding £39,270 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | West Lavington, Devizes, SN10 4HE |
English Language A Level focuses on the development of an analytical response to data, 'real' texts and theoretical frameworks. Teaching is centred on seminar discussion and takes for granted a strong interest in spoken and written language and how language works in use. Students must have a willingness to undertake independent, critical research and have a keen interest in how language is acquired; how English changes over time and varies within English speaking communities; how meanings are conveyed; linguistic effects, and how language is used to represent people, times, institutions and ideas.
Sixth Form candidates should be predicted a minimum of three-level 7s and three-level 6s at I/GCSE. We expect applicants to achieve at least a level 7 in the subjects they wish to study at A Level (where appropriate). Those living overseas and not taking I/GCSE papers may take our own entrance examinations in English, Maths and a General Paper, by arrangement either at their current school or at a British Council office and will be interviewed by Skype. Candidates who do not have English as their first language should refer to the International Candidates page.