A Level: English Language

English Language A-Level is the study of spoken and written words and how writers use language to fulfil purposes, target specific audiences, reveal attitudes and evoke emotions. The course is quite technical and you will be equipped with the tools and vocabulary to deconstruct texts in detail, looking specifically at how words and grammatical structures can affect meaning.

Year 12 -

• Language and the individual
• Language and Varieties

Year 13 -

• Language, the Individual and Society
• Language Diversity and Change

The full course specification can be found at: AQA A-Level English Language Spec

Examination Board: AQA (7702)

Year 12

Paper 1: Language and the Individual

What’s assessed: Textual variations and representations

How: written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes

Paper 2: Language and Varieties

What’s assessed: Language diversity Writing skills

How: written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes

Year 13 -

Paper 1: Language, the Individual and Society

What’s Assessed: Textual variations and representations Children’s language development (0-11 years)

How: written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes

Paper 2: Language Diversity and Change

What’s assessed: Language diversity and change and Language discourses

How: written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes

Non-exam Assessment: Language in Action

What’s assessed: Language Investigation

Assessed by teachers, moderated by AQA

For more in depth details and information about the course, please visit: STP A-Level English Language

An A-Level in English Language provides a good range of core academic, analytical and written skills. Many students who study this subject go on to follow programmes in Journalism, Teaching, Marketing, Human Resources and Advertising.

A degree in English Language can lead to a variety of career paths, including specialist areas such as Speech Therapy, Publishing, Journalism and Teaching.