English Language A Level
Examining Board: AQA
Overview
In English Language everything is a text, from road signs to newspapers: political speeches to everyday conversations. You will learn how to break a text down for analysis and interpret how language is used to inform, entertain and shape representations of people, groups and ideas. You will also investigate how language varies according to factors such as region, gender, occupation, and social context.
This course is perfect for students who are curious about communication and the role language plays in shaping the world around us. Language lies at the heart of politics, trade, education, the media and our personal relationships. By studying English Language, you will gain a deeper understanding of how people use language to express identity, influence others and make meaning in everyday life.
Course Content
A Level English Language has the following topics:
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Language Change – cultural, technological and social
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Language diversity – power, gender, region, occupation
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Language in representation – diverse range of non-fiction texts
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Child Language Development
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Investigative Project
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Creative Writing
Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Mathematics and English Language, and Grade 5 in English, although Grade 6 is preferred.
How is it Assessed?
Paper 1: Language, the Individual and Society (40%)
Paper 2: Language Diversity and Change (Reading and Writing 40%)
NEA: Language in Action (20%)
Future Pathways with English Language
Journalism, Creative writing, Speech and Language Therapy, Business and Marketing, Education, Linguistics, Communications, further study at University.
