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A Level English Language

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A Level
Type
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Programme
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Question the society we live in through the lens of English Language, all the while building skills highly sought after in a range of different sectors. Exploring the importance of language allows you to understand the past, present, and our changing future, covering everything from history to current affairs.

Complimentary courses

  • Sociology
  • Law
  • Psychology
  • Media
  • Business / Business Studies
  • History
  • Government & Politics
  • French
  • Spanish


Course Content

During this eye-opening course, you’ll explore the impact of social media and technology on language in the present and go back to 950AD to track changes in the attitudes and values of society. Learn how people use language to control and influence others and find out why the ‘Forbidden Experiment’ impacts our understanding of child language acquisition. You’ll also practice being a professional writer as you learn how to respond to a brief. Step out of the classroom with visits to London, university lectures, and virtual talks from David Crystal, the world’s leading linguistic expert.

Your Opportunities

Possible career paths

  • Editor
  • Journalist
  • News Reporter
  • Writer / Copywriter / Blogger
  • PR Professional
  • Web Content Manager
  • Media Researcher
  • Translator
  • Social Media Manager
  • Linguist
  • Publisher
  • Speech and Language Therapist
  • Teacher
  • Marketing Executive

Your Assessment

  • 80% examination
  • 20% coursework

Our Entry Requirements

For the latest entry requirements for all our courses please click the following link: https://www.franklin.ac.uk/courses/course-entry-requirements

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During this eye-opening course, you’ll explore the impact of social media and technology on language in the present and go back to 950AD to track changes in the attitudes and values of society. Learn how people use language to control and influence others and find out why the ‘Forbidden Experiment’ impacts our understanding of child language acquisition. You’ll also practice being a professional writer as you learn how to respond to a brief. Step out of the classroom with visits to London, university lectures, and virtual talks from David Crystal, the world’s leading linguistic expert.

For the latest entry requirements for all our courses please click the following link: https://www.franklin.ac.uk/courses/course-entry-requirements


Question the society we live in through the lens of English Language, all the while building skills highly sought after in a range of different sectors. Exploring the importance of language allows you to understand the past, present, and our changing future, covering everything from history to current affairs.

Complimentary courses

  • Sociology
  • Law
  • Psychology
  • Media
  • Business / Business Studies
  • History
  • Government & Politics
  • French
  • Spanish


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<ul><li>80% examination </li><li>20% coursework </li></ul>
<b><u>Possible career paths </u></b><div><br></div><ul><li>Editor </li><li>Journalist </li><li>News Reporter </li><li>Writer / Copywriter / Blogger </li><li>PR Professional </li><li>Web Content Manager </li><li>Media Researcher </li><li>Translator </li><li>Social Media Manager </li><li>Linguist </li><li>Publisher </li><li>Speech and Language Therapist </li><li>Teacher </li><li>Marketing Executive</li></ul>

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GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent

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Next steps

If you have any queries about courses, please do not hesitate to contact the Admissions Team. You can contact them on 01472 875 004 or email admissions@franklin.ac.uk for more.

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