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Whether you're crafting a compelling blog, scrutinising a screenplay, or decoding ad scripts, you need to deploy and perceive language with the target audience at heart. The A-Level English Language course, designed for the self-paced scholar, empowers you to refine your command of a tongue embraced by 390 million worldwide ๐. Delve into a comprehensive array of texts and augment your critical understanding with our bespoke course.ย
If your aspirations hinge on written and spoken communication, English Language is a powerful asset to bolster your career trajectory. A-Levels are not just qualifications; they're a testament to your proficiency, a beacon recognised and respected by universities and employers across the UK. An A-Level is not just a line on your CV, but a symbol of academic rigour, enhancing your career prospects and unlocking new horizons ๐.
This distance learning course, sculpted to the most current specifications, is your stepping stone to success. It kicks off with a lucid induction and assignments intricately designed to help you accumulate the skills and knowledge needed for the final hurdle - the exam ๐ฏ.
What's in it for you?ย
A fresh, invigorating course tailored to the latest specifications with dynamic content ๐
The fast track option (exams due 2022) for those eager to accelerate their progress โฉ
A complimentary e-textbook to facilitate your learning ๐
Access to a consortium of partnership exam centres (guaranteed exam venue) ๐
Limitless tutor support - from drafting a study plan to unwavering support throughout your journey ๐
An exam pass guarantee - If at first you don't succeed, we'll steer you towards your next attempt ๐ฅ
Awarding Body: AQA
Our course code: X903
Qualification code: 7702
AQA qualifications are not only internationally acclaimed and taught in 30 countries but also highly sought after by employers and universities. They enable students to springboard into the next stage of their lives. Our suite of AQA qualifications caters to a diverse range of abilities and includes GCSEs, IGCSEs, and A-levels ๐ .
โณ Study Hours
Anticipate committing between 250 and 300 hours to this comprehensive course. This estimate includes time dedicated to the completion of assignments.ย
๐ป Study Method
Our digital learning platform offers an engaging, dynamic, and flexible learning experience. Should you prefer hard copies, all learning materials can be printed at your convenience. We utilise a multitude of media to deliver this course, including videos, quizzes, and interactive exercises.ย
๐ Course Duration
Embark on your learning voyage today.
Benefit from unlimited support from our dedicated tutors for up to 24 months from your enrolment date.
โ๏ธ Assessment
Examinations are scheduled from Summer 2022.
Your course will culminate in two standard written exams:
Official Examinations:
2 hours 30 minutes, accounting for 40% of your total grade
2 hours 30 minutes, accounting for 40% of your total grade
1 coursework task, contributing 20% of your total grade (refer to NEA section)
We will provide a guaranteed exam location at one of our many centres nationwide for your convenience.
Assignments
During your course journey, you will be asked to complete:
โข 10 assignments
These are non-graded tasks designed to provide opportunities for tutor feedback and to gauge your progress.
Non-exam Assessment (NEA):
โข 1 coursework task, contributing 20% of your total grade
This coursework, part of the A-level assessment, is completed during your learning journey and forwarded to your exam centre for marking. More details will be provided upon enrolment.
๐ Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion, you will be awarded an A-Level in English Language by AQA (7702). This syllabus is specifically selected for its compatibility with distance learning. Your certification will be identical to those conferred by traditional schools, colleges, and universities.
๐ Additional Information
Difficulty - Level 3
Pre-requisites - A strong recommendation of prior study in English language to GCSE level or equivalent.
UCAS Points - 56
๐ Course Content
Methods of language analysisPhonetics, phonology and prosodicsGraphologyLexis and semanticsGrammar, including morphologyPragmaticsDiscourse
Textual variations and representationsThe textual range (various subjects, writers, audiences)Functions of the textsIdentity and representationsHow audiences are addressed and positionedStructure and organisation of the texts
Childrenโs language developmentPhonological, pragmatic, lexical, semantic and grammatical developmentThe development of written languageThe functions of childrenโs languageTheories and research about language development
Diversity and changeLanguage in its wider social, geographical and temporal contextsProcesses of language changeSocial attitudes to language diversity and change
Language discoursesStudying texts that convey attitudes to language diversity and changeMethods of conveying views and opinions about language issues: representations, identities and positioning.Connecting to discourses about languageThe directed writing task
Language Investigation (NEA)Choosing an investigation focusCarrying out the investigation (including ethics, record keeping and referencing)Organising and analysing the data and interpretation of findingsConcluding your investigation
Original writing (NEA)An overview of the assessment and marking criteria, including organising and referencing workChoosing your area of original writing (Power of persuasion, storytelling & power of information)Choosing and analysing style modelsProducing a reflective commentary
Preparing for the A Level examinationsRevision TipsExam TechniquesPreparing for Paper 1Preparing for Paper 2
Delve into the subtleties and nuances of the English language, studying everything from phonetics to pragmatics, grammar to graphology, and language development to discourses. This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the richness and diversity of English, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed for your A-Level examination.
Thatโs fine, this course can be studied anywhere and is completed by submitting Tutor marked assignments (TMAs).
Home learning should be just as fun and rewarding as it is enlightening and educational. Thatโs why we design our courses through the eyes of the learner, to best suit your preferences and requirements. Studying with award-winning course materials and unlimited tutor sup...