ENGLISH LANGUAGE
What is the course about?
This course gives students the opportunity to improve their own use of English in different contexts through producing their own texts and by studying those of others.
What will I learn?
Students will learn
- To analyse texts linguistically
- To write for a range of purposes
- To evaluate their own linguistic choices
- To explain and comment on issues related to language.
When does the course start?
The course starts in September of each year.
How do I attend?
Normal daytime attendance.Where applicable this subject may also be taken as a part time evening programme.
Who is the awarding Body?
Edexcel
How long does the course last?
The AS and A2 courses are each one year programmes, but you have to do AS before you start A2.
What does this course lead on to?
You may progress to A2 level.AS + A2 levels are recognised qualifications for a wide range of courses in Higher Education.
What subject entry requirements are there?
Ideally, students should have a GCSE English grade 'C' or above.
Are there any other requirements?
There are no set texts to buy, but you may find it helpful to get a good dictionary and a book about grammar. A list of suitable books can be supplied.
How is the course assessed?
There are two exams and one project in each year of the course.
How much does the course cost?
Otherwise: To be confirmed.
Are there any exam fees?
Mature students will be advised as to the exam fees when enrolling prior to the start of the course.
Who should I contact for advice?
Kieran Laycock Ext. 261 (laycockk@grimsby.ac.uk)
Grimsby Institute of Further and Higher Education
Nuns Corner
Laceby Road
Grimsby
N E Lincs
DN34 5BQ
Tel: 01472 311222
Minicom (for hearing impaired/deaf): 01472 315532
Equal opportunities (statement)
The N.E.Lincs Sixth Form College Partnership guarantees to deal fairly with and effectively with all students, staff and visitors and offer equality of opportunity on the basis of age, creed, gender, impairment, learning difficulty, marital status, national origin, race, religion or sexuality. Students have the right to expect that this will apply to them without prejudice or discrimination and that they also have the obligation to deal fairly and effectively with other students and staff regardless of age, creed, gender, impairment, learning difficulty, marital status, national origin, race, religion or sexuality. The Partnership will endeavour to comply with the Disability Discrimination Act, Part IV, which requires public bodies to make every effort to support persons with disability.
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