ENGLISH COMBINED


ENGLISH COMBINED

What is the course about?

The syllabus that we have chosen gives students the opportunity to study both English Language and English Literature, thus giving them the greatest possible flexibility when applying for degree-level courses.

What will I learn?

Students will learn : -

  • The main characteristics of different kinds of texts, both literary and non-literary.
  • The choices that writers make when producing particular kinds of text.
  • How to evaluate the effectiveness of different texts in achieving their purposes.
  • How to reflect critically on their own writng.

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?

AQA

How long does the course last?

The AS and A2 courses are each taught as a one- year programme.

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?

Students should ideally have a Grade B pass in both English and English Literature at GCSE, but students with a B in one and a C in the other will be considered.

Are there any other requirements?

Students will be asked to purchase copies of set texts.

How is the course assessed?

The course is assessed by examination alone; there is no coursework element.

How much does the course cost?

All students who are joining a full time course and are under 19 years of age on the 1st September as their course commences, will not be required to pay tuition fees or examination fees.
Otherwise: To be confirmed.

Are there any exam fees?

Exam fees are not payable by 16-19 year olds sitting these units for the first time.
Mature students will be advised as to the exam fees when enrolling prior to the start of the course.

Whom should I contact for advice?

Miss J Coulam
Tollbar B & E College
Station Road
New Waltham
Grimsby
N E Lincs
DN36 4RZ
 
Tel: 01472 500505
 

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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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