A Level English Language QAN code 60150099/5030 This two year course is a continuation of GCSE English Language and is appropriate if you have a real love of language analysis. It develops your understanding of the concepts and methods appropriate for the analysis and study of language. You will explore data and examples of language in use; engage creatively and critically with a varied programme for the study of English; develop your skills as producers and interpreters of language whilst independently investigating language in use. The focus on language today will provide a familiar and engaging area for study and enable the introduction of the main constituents of language in contexts that can be readily understood. There is also a practical emphasis placed upon finding out about language and using it effectively.
A minimum of five GCSE passes at grades 4 or 5 including English Language and Maths. Students must then meet subject specific typical minimum entry requirements (listed below).
Unit 1: Language Variation A written exam of 2 hours 15 minutes in which you will explore: ● how language varies depending on mode, field, function and audience ● how language choices can create personal identities ● language variation in English from c1550 (the beginnings of Early Modern English) to the present day. Component 2: Child Language A written exam of 1 hour in which you will explore: ● spoken language acquisition and how children learn to write between the ages of 0 and 8 ● the relationship between spoken language acquisition and literacy skills that children are taught, including the beginnings of reading ● appropriate theories of children’s language development. Component 3: Investigating Language A written exam of 1 hour 45 minutes in which you will: ● select a research focus from five topic areas ● develop your research and investigation skills ● undertake a focused investigation ● apply your knowledge of language levels and key language concepts developed through the whole course ● develop your personal language specialism. Coursework: Crafting Language Internally assessed and externally moderated coursework; you will produce two assignments in total. In doing so, you will: ● research a selected genre ● demonstrate your skills as a writer within your selected genre, crafting texts for different audiences and/or purposes ● reflect on your research and writing in an accompanying commentary.
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| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Higher Coach Road, Baildon, Shipley, BD17 5RH |
A Level English Language QAN code 60150099/5030 This two year course is a continuation of GCSE English Language and is appropriate if you have a real love of language analysis. It develops your understanding of the concepts and methods appropriate for the analysis and study of language. You will explore data and examples of language in use; engage creatively and critically with a varied programme for the study of English; develop your skills as producers and interpreters of language whilst independently investigating language in use. The focus on language today will provide a familiar and engaging area for study and enable the introduction of the main constituents of language in contexts that can be readily understood. There is also a practical emphasis placed upon finding out about language and using it effectively.
A minimum of five GCSE passes at grades 4 or 5 including English Language and Maths. Students must then meet subject specific typical minimum entry requirements (listed below).
Unit 1: Language Variation A written exam of 2 hours 15 minutes in which you will explore: ● how language varies depending on mode, field, function and audience ● how language choices can create personal identities ● language variation in English from c1550 (the beginnings of Early Modern English) to the present day. Component 2: Child Language A written exam of 1 hour in which you will explore: ● spoken language acquisition and how children learn to write between the ages of 0 and 8 ● the relationship between spoken language acquisition and literacy skills that children are taught, including the beginnings of reading ● appropriate theories of children’s language development. Component 3: Investigating Language A written exam of 1 hour 45 minutes in which you will: ● select a research focus from five topic areas ● develop your research and investigation skills ● undertake a focused investigation ● apply your knowledge of language levels and key language concepts developed through the whole course ● develop your personal language specialism. Coursework: Crafting Language Internally assessed and externally moderated coursework; you will produce two assignments in total. In doing so, you will: ● research a selected genre ● demonstrate your skills as a writer within your selected genre, crafting texts for different audiences and/or purposes ● reflect on your research and writing in an accompanying commentary.