We want students who: are like language detectives, probing and investigating spoken and written texts, to understand how the language they have spoken and written from a very young age, is constructed.
In addition to this, to be successful, students should:

•    have a genuine curiosity about the English language;

•    have the ability to write clearly and accurately in different forms;

•    enjoy classroom discussion and be willing to voice an opinion and listen to others;

•    be able to work independently, researching areas of linguistic interest.

How will students be assessed?

This course is split into 3 teaching units:

•    Paper 1 will be a written examination - Language, the Individual and Society
(A Level).

•    Paper 2 will be a written examination - Language Diversity and Change (A Level).

•    NEA: Language in Action.

In addition to these externally assessed pieces of work, students will receive on-going assessment and feedback during the course.

What other courses does it complement?

The course will complement a wide range of subjects, including English Literature, History and Philosophy and Ethics.

Next steps - what this course can lead to

English is a universal qualification, which will equip students for any career involving written and/or spoken communication. It is a universally recognised qualification for entry into college/university courses, particularly in the field of Arts and Humanities.  Past students with this qualification have gone on to study Law, Linguistics, Journalism, Media and Education, amongst other courses.

St Benedict’s,

Sixth Form