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English Language A Level (AQA)
Head of Department:
Mr K Finniear
Teaching Staff:
Mr K Finniear
Miss M Hamilton
Mrs E Low
Overview
A Level English Language is made up of three components,
two of which are examined: Language, the Individual and
Society (40%) and Language Diversity and Change (40%).
In addition, students complete two pieces of coursework
(Language in Action), which account for 20% of their final grade.
Modules
Language, the Individual
and Society – Analysis of
unseen texts, exploring
how language affects
representation plus a
discursive essay on child
language acquisition (2
hours 30mins exam – 40%).
Language, Diversity and
Change – Discussion and
analysis of texts relating
to how language differs
according to context and
changes over time.
Responses to language
issues, such as gender,
occupation, technology and
race. (2 hours 30mins exam
– 40%).
Language in Action
– Coursework folder,
comprising a language
investigation on a topic
of your choice and some
original writing with an
accompanying commentary
(3,500 words – 20%).
Expectations
Students are expected to
read widely, and will be
provided with weekly ‘wider
reading’ activities to help
structure this. Students will
love this course if they are
fascinated by language in
everyday life and are willing
to explore language issues
through wider research.
Future Pathways
English Language will
help students prepare
for almost any higher
educational course, due to
its focus on analytical and
reasoning skills in addition
to the original writing
element of the coursework.
It is particularly useful for
students considering a
career in journalism, politics
or education.
Key Skills
Students will develop key
skills in critical reading,
analytical reasoning and
written communication,
across all units.
Recommended Entry
Requirements
Grade 7 minimum at GCSE
English Language.
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