Highlights of the Course
Course Type: Self-Paced Online Learning
Accreditation: AQA
Qualification: Nationally Recognised Qualification
Study Materials: High-Quality E-Learning Study Materials
Certificate: Certificate upon passing the official exam
Access: 1 Year Access
Tutor Support- Paid Tutor Support
Customer Support: 24/7 live chat available
What you will learn from this course?
Upon successful completion of this GCSE English Language Course, you will be able to:
Develop the skill of reading a variety of excellent literature swiftly, clearly, and with connections between the books, you are reading.
Acquire the skills necessary to read critically, then use what you learn from in-depth reading to improve and inform your own writing.
Understand how to properly use standard English while writing in a concise and persuasive way.
Develop key skills to spell, punctuate, and apply grammar correctly
Become familiar with grammatical concepts, spoken and written language conventions, and a wide vocabulary, and put these abilities to use
GCSE English Language Course
This GCSE English Language Course is accredited by AQA and regulated by Ofqual, making it a nationally recognised credential that will improve your CV and set you apart from the competition. Through this course, you will improve your speaking, listening, reading, and writing abilities, which will aid you in showcasing a strong command of the language.
Towards the end of this course, You will have the knowledge and abilities necessary to succeed in your official exam and land a job in the relevant field.
Who is this Course for?
The following individuals may benefit from this GCSE English Language Course:
University and job applicants
Anyone who wants to receive a higher grade in their GCSE Engish
Anyone interested to build a career in this sector
Anyone planning to pursue English language at University or A level
Anyone trying to increase their chances of landing a job
Anyone who wants to work in the publishing, journalism, or teaching fields
Anyone who desires to develop their English Communication skills
Whether you are a complete beginner or an aspiring professional, this course will provide you with the necessary skills and professional competence, and open your doors to a wide number of professions within your chosen sector.
Eligibility Requirements
This GCSE English Language Course has no academic prerequisites and is open to students from all academic disciplines.
You must, however, first complete an initial assessment as well as a diagnostic evaluation in order for us to ascertain your progression level and discover any weak areas before we can create an individualised learning plan for you. All course learning resources will be made available to you after successfully completing this assessment, and you will have a year to view them at your convenience.
Career Path
This GCSE English Language Course will provide you with a fresh opportunity to enter the relevant job market and successfully escalate to advanced vocational study. Additionally, you will be able to advance your career, increase your level of competition in your chosen field, and highlight these skills on your resume.
Assessment Procedure
Students must complete a variety of interactive online examinations at the conclusion of each module to evaluate the understanding and skills they are learning in this GCSE English Language Course. These assessments also determine if students can demonstrate these skills effectively. At the end of the module, you can also keep track of your progress and regularly check your score.
Upon successfully completing this course, you can schedule your official exam by contacting us at [email protected].
There are two paper-based assessments and a spoken language task in the AQA-accredited GCSE English Language.
Assessment Format of Paper 1
Concepts covered: Reading (literature fiction text) and writing (descriptive or narrative writing)
Exam time: 1 Hour 45 minutes written exam
Total marks: 80
Total weight: 50% of GCSE
Question format: Short question, long question and extended writing question
Assessment Format of Paper 2
Concepts covered: Reading (nonfiction text and literature fiction text) and writing (presenting a viewpoint)
Exam time: 1 Hour 45 minutes written exam
Total marks: 80
Total weight: 50% of GCSE
Question format: Short question, long question and extended writing question
Non- Assessment âSpoken Languageâ Section
Students will have the opportunity to showcase their speaking and listening abilities during this assessment.
Skills tested: Presenting, responding to questions and feedback, and use of Standard English
Total Marks: Marked by the teacher
Total Weight: separate endorsement (0% weighting of GCSE)
This GCSE English Language Course - AQA English Language Online is accredited by AQA and regulated by Ofqual.
What is AQA?
AQA, a well-known awarding body, sets standards, administers exams at the GCSE, AS, and A Level in a variety of areas, and grants qualifications to peruse a desired career. More than half of the GCSE and A-level exams that are taken and graded in the UK each year are administered by AQA. Additionally, employers and institutions all across the world highly respect these credentials.
Benefits of AQA
This qualification is recognised in the UK and across the world
It is valued by employers all over the world
Improve your employment prospects
Boost your job satisfaction
Promotes career advancement
Enhances your CV
Provides you with a competitive edge in the job market
What is Ofqual?
Qualifications, exams, and assessments are governed in England by Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). They are in charge of identifying the knowledge, skills, and understanding that students have displayed, and also ensuring that all the assessments and exams reveal what a student has accomplished.
Benefits of Ofqual Regulation
This regulation is valued internationally
Created in accordance with specific national standards
Designed in collaboration with industry to guarantee their suitability.
Accurately reflect the knowledge, abilities, and understanding that the learners have shown.
Candidates who have obtained a qualification that is governed by Ofqual are seen with greater confidence by employers.
Course Curriculum
Paper 1: Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing Reading
Reading
Identify Explicit Information
Q1 - Identify Explicit Information 00:00:00
Assessment - Identify Explicit Information 00:10:00
Analysing Writers' Use of Language
1) Analysing a writer_s use of language 00:00:00
2) Further examples of analysing a writer_s use of language 00:00:00
Assessment - Analysing Writers' Use of Language 00:24:00
Structure
1) What do we mean by structure 00:00:00
2) How writers use structure 00:00:00
3) An example of structure in action 00:00:00
Assessment - Structure 00:24:00
Evaluating Writers' Methods
1) Evaluating a writer_s methods 00:00:00
Assessment - Evaluating Writers' Methods 00:16:00
Writing
1) Descriptive Writing - The Basic Techniques 00:00:00
2) Writing a description suggested by a picture 00:00:00
3) Creating a good story opening 00:00:00
Assessment - Writing 00:10:00
Paper 2: Writers' Viewpoints and Perspectives
Reading
Identify and Interpret Explicit and Implicit Information and Ideas
Q1 - Identify Explicit and Implicit Evidence 00:12:00
Assessment - Identify and Interpret Explicit and Implicit Information and Ideas 00:06:00
Synthesising and Summarising
1) Synthesising and Summarising 00:11:00
Assessment - Synthesising and Summarising 00:10:00
How does the Writer use Language?
How Does the Writer Use Language 00:11:00
Assessment - How does the Writer use Language 00:14:00
Comparing Viewpoints and Perspectives
Comparing Viewpoints and Perspectives 1 00:11:00
Comparing Viewpoints and Perspectives 2 00:11:00
Comparing Viewpoints and Perspectives 3 00:11:00
Assessment - Comparing Viewpoints and Perspectives 00:10:00
Writing
Assessment - Writing 00:20:00
Feedback
Feedback 00:00:00
06) Writing Example and Revision Tasks for Question 5 00:13:00
01) Different writing tasks for Question 5 00:00:00
02) Writing to Argue or Persuade 00:00:00
03) Planning and Writing an Article 00:11:00
Writing a Speech and Expressing Opinions 00:11:00