In your first year of the A level in English Language, you will study AS and complete two papers. This can be a standalone qualification. In your second year, you will study A2 and again complete two papers. On successful completion of all four papers, you will be awarded the full A level.

Paper One.
This paper covers an introduction to linguistic frameworks (grammar, lexis, phonology, graphology) and how to use them in text analysis.

Paper Two.
This paper looks at different varieties of English (regional, national, occupations and social), their structure, how to relate to identify and attitudes to varieties of English.

In your second year of the A level in English Language, you will study A2. Together with your English Language AS they will complete your A-level qualification.

Paper One.
In addition to the units taught at AS level, you will also cover language change from 1600 to the present day and child language development.

Paper Two.
You will develop your understanding of international varieties of English and how ethnicity influences language choice and use.

Coursework.
You will produce a piece of original writing and conduct a language investigation in an area of language that interests you.