A Level English Language

Course code

MA003

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Attendance

Full time

Duration

2 years

Intake

September only

English Language is an introduction to the study of linguistics. On this course, you will study a mixture of topics that explore language development and use, the diversity of the language in society and how it changes over time.

The topics studied on this course are:

Stylistic analysis of non-fiction texts
Child language development
Language diversity and change
Regional varieties
Language and social groups
Language and gender
Language and ethnicity
Occupational language
Language change

Assessment is 80% exam and 20% coursework.

A Level English can lead to a variety of careers including:

Journalism
Speech Therapy
Social Work
Law
Education
Marketing

Positive Futures is a set of essential qualities, embedded throughout your study programme, that we seek to develop in all students:

Commitment
Collaboration
Confidence
Resilience

You will also engage in the Positive Futures Careers Programme, developing key employability skills through a diverse range of activities including work placements, volunteering, employer talks, industry study visits and employment and university fairs.

For A-level programmes: 6 GCSEs at grade 9-4 (to include 3 GCSEs at grade 9-4 and 3 GCSEs at grade 9-5). Require grade 9-4 in English Language and Maths.
For A-level English Language: Grade 9-5 English Language

As a Bury College student you will have access to a wide range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute to your personal growth and development and support your academic studies.

These may include:

Art Club
Chess Club
Dance, Drama and Singing Workshops
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Gaming Hub
Music Club
Pride Club
Student Ambassador Scheme
A wide range of sport including Badminton, Cricket, Football, Fitness Training, Nerf, Netball, Volleyball and Table Tennis.

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