GCSE English Language

What opportunities will this course give me?

Would you like to see English Language as more than just information and words?

Do you want to unlock your potential and achieve a nationally recognised qualification many employers are seeking?

Perhaps your goal is to access higher academic and vocational qualifications, or even university?

Or maybe it is just for your own interest and self-esteem.

If this all sounds appealing, then GCSE English here at Eastleigh College could be for you!

What will I be learning?

Throughout the year long course, you will be using a range of different styles of texts, both fiction and non-fiction, to learn how to analyse and interpret what is written - after all, we cant believe everything we read!

You will also have the opportunity to be creative and persuasive in your own writing, using tried and tested techniques while developing your own personal style. And of course, you will be using regular feedback to make improvements in all areas, including the basic foundations of Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar.

As your skills develop, you will know how to approach questions in the final exams so that you are fully prepared and ready to achieve!

The course ends in early June with 2 exams which will determine your overall grade. Both exams must be sat on the set dates, and therefore you need to be available for both of these. Dates will be given at the start of the course.

Why is this course for me?

Learning at Eastleigh College in our part time provision provides an approachable, friendly and focused environment where students feel safe and confident regardless of their previous levels and experiences in education.

Teachers truly understand the diverse range of hurdles that some adults face when returning to the classroom, sometimes after several years. Whether you are freshly out of learning and need to get that elusive GCSE pass, have children you need to help and keep up with to support their school work, require a grade for vocational purposes, or just want to prove to yourself you can do it, we welcome you.

A range of methods, such as flipped learning, videos, discussions, individual research, workshop sessions and regular assessment style practice questions, are used to build all the skills required for your final exams.

What do I need to sign up?

Simply apply through our college website. If you have any questions or concerns, please give us a call or drop in to the college reception.

Is there anything else I need to know?

Upon application, you will be asked to complete a short assessment to ascertain your current working level, and to make sure that GCSE is right for you. This is nothing to worry about, and in the rare instances that GCSE is not suitable, we will refer you to our Functional Skills class, which will give you the confidence and foundations to move on to GCSE at a later date, if you wish. Information about our Functional Skills classes can be found here on the website.

Once you are accepted on to the course, we encourage you to read newspapers, articles and any fiction/non-fiction books of your choice, in order to begin developing your interest and skills within the subject.

We also ask you to bring your own ring binder, paper, pen, highlighters etc., and would expect you to be able to commit to regular attendance. Some homework (directed study) is also required.

Students will require a ring binder, A4 lined paper (with a margin), black and blue pens, highlighter pens.

Application Information

Please note that all courses are subject to minimum numbers and course descriptions may be subject to change. A place on your chosen course is not confirmed until all of the necessary enrolment paperwork is signed and any relevant fees are paid. The team will be in touch to discuss this with you, once your application has been processed.

Course Code

GCENG0

Need some further advice?

Contact the Learner Recruitment Team for further guidance - email bebetter@eastleigh.ac.uk or call 023 8091 1000