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English Language A Level (AQA)
Head of Department:
Mr K Finniear
Teaching Staff:
Mr K Finniear Miss M Hamilton
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%).
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.
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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