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A Level English Language

OSC1436 / OSC1437

Do you want to earn UCAS points for university qualification? Then this A Level English Language course could be perfect for you.

Course Duration

Up to two years.

Course Outcome

Upon successful completion of your exams and coursework, you will be awarded an A Level English Language qualification issued by AQA. You will also receive the UCAS points relevant to the grade you achieved to support your university application.

Entry Requirements

We recommend that you have at least a grade 5/B in English Language, however, this is not essential.

Assessment

Two written exams and coursework assignments.

Course Options

Study Options

 
£549.00£499.00
or £15.31 /month*
Course code: OSC1436
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Overview

By studying this A Level English Language qualification, you will be introduced to a wealth of knowledge pertaining to the analysis of a wide range of texts and discourses.

The course explores the study of English Language with emphasis on the ability of students to debate different views, investigate various lines of enquiry, and independently research aspects of language use.

The specification draws upon a range of fields within the English language and linguistics subject area, including phonetics, accents and dialects, and socioeconomic impacts on audience perception.

You will be encouraged to explore language diversity and change whilst considering race, religion, age, gender, class, and more as influential factors.

Textual variations and representations are an important aspect of this qualification, giving you an insight into audience, purpose, genre, mode, format, function, and so on.

In this course, you will be given texts to critically analyse to put the knowledge and skills learnt into practice.

Course Content

  • Phonetics, phonology, and prosodics: how speech sound and effects are articulated.
  • Graphology: the visual aspects of textual design and appearance.
  • Lexis and semantics: the vocabulary of English, including social and historical variation.
  • Grammar, including morphology: the structural patterns of English at sentence, clause phrase, and word level.
  • Pragmatics: the contextual aspects of language use.
  • Discourse: the extended stretches of communication occurring in different genres, modes, and contexts.

  • Study a range of texts about various subjects from a range of writers and speakers.
  • Study texts for different audiences and purposes in a variety of genres.
  • Study the similarities and differences between written, spoken, and electronic modes.

  • The functions of children’s language.
  • Phonological, pragmatic, lexical, semantic, and grammatical development.
  • Different genres of speech and writing.
  • Different modes of communication (spoken, written, multimodal).
  • Theories and research about language development.

  • Texts using different sociolects (to include social and occupational groups, gender, and ethnicity).
  • Texts using different dialects (to include regional, national, and international varieties of English).
  • When analysing tests and data, students should explore how language varies because of personal, social, geographical, and temporal contexts.
  • Exploration will include methods of language analysis, how identity is constructed, and how audiences are addressed and positioned.

  • A language investigation (2,000 words excluding data).
  • A piece of original writing and commentary (750 words each).

Awarding body

AQA (Assessment and Qualifications Alliance) is a leading examination board in the UK. It offers a wide range of qualifications, including GCSEs, A Levels, and vocational qualifications. AQA are known for their vigorous assessments that evaluate students’ knowledge and skills. They provide comprehensive resources to students and educators, ensuring high-quality education. AQA’s qualifications are widely recognised and accepted within the UK and internationally, making it a trusted and respected examination board.

Exam details

AQA specification code: 7702

  • Type: written examination
  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Weighting: 40% of total
  • Total marks: 100

Section A – Textual variations and representations

Two texts (one contemporary and one older text) linked by topic or theme.

  • A question requiring analysis of one text (25 marks).
  • A question requiring analysis of a second text (25 marks).
  • A question requiring comparison of the two texts (20 marks).

Section B – Children’s language development

A discursive essay on children’s language development, with a choice of two questions where the data provided will focus on spoken, written, or multimodal language (30 marks).

  • Type: written examination
  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Weighting: 40% of total
  • Total marks: 100

It includes:

  • Language diversity and change.
  • Language discourses.
  • Writing skills.
  • Methods of language analysis are integrated into the activities.

Section A – Diversity and change

One question from a choice of two, either:

  • An evaluative essay on language diversity (30 marks).
  • An evaluative essay on language change (30 marks).

Section B – Language discourses

Two texts about a topic linked to the study of diversity and change.

  • A question requiring analysis of how the texts use language to present ideas, attitudes and opinions (40 marks).
  • A directed writing task linked to the same topic and the ideas in the texts (30 marks).

  • Word count – 3,500
  • Weighting: 20% of total
  • Total marks: 100
  • Assessed by – your tutor

What’s assessed?

  • Language investigation.
  • Original writing.
  • Methods of language analysis are integrated into the activities.

You will produce:

  • A language investigation (2,000 words excluding data).
  • A piece of original writing and commentary (1,500 words total).

Extra information

Once enrolled, you have up to two years to complete your studies.

You will study this course through distance learning, which will enable you to learn when and where you want. You can study from home or at work, it is completely up to you. The course materials can either be emailed online or posted to you as a study pack depending on which you select at enrolment. You will receive your tutor support by email.

If you choose to add your exams to your enrolment, all you need to do is contact us when you are ready to sit your exams, we will book and pay for them on your behalf. Please note that the A Level exam timetable typically takes place during May and June each year. You are advised to contact us well in advance of when you intend to sit your exams so that we can confirm your place with the exam board – cut-off dates apply.

Please note, our A Level exam centre locations for this course are as follows:

  • Birmingham
  • Coventry
  • Doncaster
  • Bolton
  • Wimbledon
  • Taunton
  • St Neots, Cambridgeshire
  • High Wycombe
  • Romford
  • Bristol

This qualification is assessed through exams and coursework.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive an A Level qualification in English Language.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will earn up to 56 UCAS points, with other A Level qualifications, you will be able to apply for university.

Here are some job roles that often require proficiency in the English Language, making this qualification valuable:

  • Content writer
  • Editor
  • Journalist
  • Public relations officer
  • Copywriter
  • Translator
  • Teacher/tutor
  • Proof-reader
  • Technical writer
  • Publishing assistant

FAQs

Yes, you will study the same course, take the same exams and get the same qualification. The only difference is that our courses are designed to be studied from home at your own pace, and you will receive full tutor support via email.

We recommend that you have at least a grade 4 (equivalent to a grade C) in GCSE English, however, this is not essential.

When you enrol on this A Level course with OSC, you will receive:

  • Dedicated personal tutor support with unlimited email access.
  • Dedicated learner services from our learner services team.
  • Course materials with learning activities.
  • Assignment marking and feedback from your personal tutor.
  • A predicted grade on completion of your tutor-marked assignments, if required for your university application.
  • A free CV critique service and employability guide if you’re focusing on career advancement.
  • A free Student Discounts membership to save you money on your favourite brands.
  • A study pack including a pen, study planner, and notebook*.
  • If you choose to add exams to your enrolment with an A Level package, then your exam fees will be included. We will also handle the booking on your behalf. Otherwise, you will need to book your exams yourself.

* Not included with the online study option

Yes, in order to achieve your A Level qualification, you must complete the exams required by the course’s exam board. A Level exams take place during the summer exam period which typically falls in May and June each year.

You can choose to add your exams to your enrolment with us, in which case we will book and pay for your exams for you when you are ready. Alternatively, if you choose the course-only option, you will be responsible for booking and paying for your exams which can be done directly with your local exam centre.

Please note: if you add on exams you will need to sit these exams in either the Birmingham, Coventry, Doncaster, Bolton, Wimbledon, Taunton, or St Neots (Cambridgeshire) examination centre.

If you select the course-only option when enrolling on your A Level, you will need to book directly with the exam centre and pay for your exams yourself. We highly recommend researching your options before enrolling as costs can vary between centres. However, if you choose to add the exams package to your enrolment, we will take care of booking and paying for your exams for you when you are ready.

You are still able to study our A Level courses abroad, however, you must sit your exams within the UK at an official exam centre.

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Learner Services Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.

That's not a problem. We want to make sure you're 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our team of education specialists a call on 03300 563 100 and they'll do their best to help.