This short, non-accredited course is designed to help you gain the skills and knowledge you will need for the accredited GCSE English Language course. It’s an essential component in your journey to achieving a good grade. Your learning will focus on building solid foundational skills in reading and writing, ensuring you are better able to succeed in the accredited course.
Courses
Stepping up to GCSE English Language
When & Where
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1 October 2024 - 10 December 2024 ( 30 hours, 10 weeks )
- Morning, Monday, Wednesday
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View course timetable
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Waterloo Centre
Quick Facts
- Availability Late starts accepted
- Course Code W24ELHB03A
- Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course
What you will learn
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Develop strategies for reading comprehension, such as skimming, scanning and summarising.
- Identify main ideas, supporting details and implicit information in a variety of texts.
- Analyse the structure and language features of different texts, including fiction and non-fiction.
- Improve sentence structure, grammar and punctuation for clear and effective writing.
- Write coherent paragraphs and short texts, demonstrating organisation and logical progression of ideas.
- Develop skills in planning, drafting and editing written work.
Class format and activities
You will work to develop your reading and writing skills. You will work on your own and in groups to discuss and share ideas. You will also complete regular reading and writing assessment tasks. Achievement on your course will be measured by whether you meet the learning outcomes above. At the start of the course you will have an opportunity to discuss these with your tutor and set your own personal targets, linked to the learning outcomes and future goal i.e. progression to the accredited GCSE English Language course.
Entry requirements
You must be fluent in spoken English and have good writing skills. You may have previously studied GCSE English Language but achieved below grade 4 (grade C). All students must sit an assessment to ensure they are at the right level to begin the course. Not all students who apply are offered a place. Assessment dates are updated regularly on our website.
What you need to know before you enrol
Excellent attendance and punctuality is required from all students. You will be required to study outside of class time and be able to use the internet.
What you need
You will need a pen, A4 lined writing pad with margin, highlighter pens and a ring binder folder for your assignments. You will also need a dictionary and the CGP workbook: GCSE AQA English Language Complete Revision & Practice (https://www.cgpbooks.co.uk/all-products/complete-revision-practice).
What you can do next
If you successfully complete the course, you will be advised to progress to the accredited GCSE English Language course.
