Government Funded Languages courses

...You will need to become skilled at some challenging new areas including grammar and structural analysis of texts. ENGLISH LANGUAGE Why should I come to Pendleton College?...

...To achieve. this you will explore many examples of prose (the English novel, formal and informal speech, the language of newspapers and so...

...language and gender. The work involves a mixture of class teaching, group work and research projects. A2 Level students will develop their subject knowledge further...

...It will provide you with an introdution to the concepts and approaches used in the study of language. You will develop critical and analytical skills...

...of literary and non-literary texts. Further study focuses upon the ways in which different writers have approached similar subjects and the ways in which...

...its grammar, vocabulary and how we use it I want to explore the power language can have to influence people I enjoy analysing written and spoken texts...

...English and Communication What will I study? This course is significantly different from English Language GCSE as the focus at AS/A2 is on the linguistic analysis of texts...

...for example letters, adverts, journalistic articles, magazine articles and writing in a persuasive style of reach a non-specialist audience...

...you will look at the language of speech and you will complete language production work in a variety of ways. The course is based around an integrated approach...

...prose and drama as well as introducing you to the forms and conventions of other types of non-literary writing. It will enable you to develop knowledge...

...then this would be a good choice. You will study a variety of literary texts including drama, poetry, novels and short stories. You will also study non-literary...

...Texts will be taken from a variety of everyday sources, but will also include focussed study of how new technology affects language use, how men and women...

...extracts from magazines such as Bliss, the language of the courtroom and speeches by famous people. You will also have the opportunity to develop your creative writing skills...

...The structure and vocabulary of many modern languages, such as French, Spanish and English, are based on Latin. The GCSE programme is for beginners...

...course which involves both a practical, skills-based and an academic approach to language. You are encouraged to develop your interest and enjoyment in the use of English...

...to be agreed. LL2: Creative Writing. (Coursework 20%) Here you compile your own 3,000 word original writing portfolio of literary and non-literary texts and accompanying analysis...

...extracts from magazines such as Bliss, the language of the courtroom and speeches by famous people. You will also have the opportunity to develop your creative writing skills...

...Written coursework assignments will include: · Personal writing - fiction and non-fiction. · Response to a Shakespeare play. · Response to a novel...

...Students already with a Grade C will only be accepted onto the course subject to places and only for entrance to the Higher Tier Examination...

...GCSE knowledge in speaking, listening, reading and writing and be introduced to more complex vocabulary and ideas. There will be written exam papers in reading...