Teacher in Charge: Whaea R. Allen.
Recommended Prior LearningA pass in at least two English external standards at Level Two, together with internal standards.
English Level 3
This course covers a variety of English skills and texts. Students are expected to enter for the two external standards and three internal standards.
In addition, some optional internal standards may be negotiated with the teacher.
This course will provide an opportunity to gain literacy for University Entry.
Core standards:
AS 91479 Critical Texts
AS 91475 Writing Portfolio
AS 91478 Connections Across texts
External Standards:
AS 91474 Written texts
AS 91474 Unfamiliar Texts
Optional internally-assessed topics include:
AS 91476 Speech
AS 91477 Visual Essay
Term 1
Satire and Creative Writing
20th Century Drama and Novel – Power and Oppression
• The Crucible
Term 2
20th Century Drama and Novel – Power and Oppression
• The Handmaid’s Tale
20th Century Poetry – the female voice
• Carol Anne Duffy The World’s Wife Collection
A Profound Look into the Human Condition
• Shakespeare’s Sonnets
Term 3
Identity / Cultural Differences / Racism in the 20th Century
• The Danger of a Single Story Ted Talk
• The Reluctant Fundamentalist
Term 4
Exam Revision and Study Skills
Secondary School Teacher, Speech-Language Therapist, Journalist, Communications Professional, Technical Writer, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Early Childhood Teacher, Barrister, Author, Primary School Teacher
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryBasic pens, pencils, exercise book or refill.
Courses outlined will only be available if sufficient students wish to take them AND appropriate staff are available to teach them.
Courses that do not run may be offered through distance learning and be supported by the Distance Learning Department.