English Language

Course summary

This A Level is designed to be taken over two years, with all assessments taken at the end of the course. Throughout this course students are encouraged to develop their interest in and enjoyment of English Language. A Level English Language candidates will: • explore the diversity of the English language across the UK and wider world with close attention to regional varieties; gender; social groups and occupational language • develop and apply their understanding of the concepts and methods appropriate for the analysis and study of language • understand the processes and concepts of how children acquire language • have an opportunity to apply their analysis through the development of their own creative writing CAREER OPPORTUNITIES/PROGRESSION English Language complements so many other A Level subjects, such as Sociology, Psychology and Media Studies. It is a prestigious qualification and can lead to careers in commerce, publishing, public relations, law, media and teaching.