English Language

Exam Board: AQA

Paper 1:  Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing
50% (1 hour 45 minutes)

Paper 2:  Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives
50% (1 hour 45 minutes)

Reading: You will analyse a range of unseen modern and pre 20th century non-fiction and literary extracts for the reading sections of the exams. 

Writing: You will be required to write one non-fiction text such as an article, letter, website entry or a speech for a specified audience and purpose. In addition, you will write one creative text, either a description or narrative, prompted by an image. 

There are no set texts for this part of the course though you should read a variety of non-fiction and literary texts to prepare you for the demands of the exam. 

English qualifications open doors to college courses and are highly regarded by UCAS and employers. 

Assessment

100% examination. Throughout the course you will complete assessments linked to exam questions and criteria.

Where can it lead?

Possible career paths include: journalist, copywriter, script editor, author, lexicographer, editorial assistant, English teacher and publisher. Careers indirectly related to English Studies include: public relations officer, communications manager, social media manager, marketing executive and advertising executive. However, English graduates go on to pursue careers across a wide range of sectors, from Law to the Civil Service.

You will develop a range of transferable skills including communication, time management, research, critical thinking and project management, which are valued highly by a wide range of employers.

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English Subject Profile