English
Identifying Routes into University and Making Career Choices
- GCSE English – Level 2
- A course for all those wishing to reach a recognised national standard with their writing, speaking and comprehension skills. The GCSE English course is friendly and informal allowing you to gain the qualification in a supportive environment. Assessment is by coursework and end of year exam. This course is accredited by AQD.
- English Language and Literature – OCNW Level 3 Stage B
- An opportunity to study a range of literary genres, including plays, novels and poetry, at an advanced level. Students will explore literary themes, characters and backgrounds, both social and historical. The language element explores the structure and applications of language in everyday life, examining both the spoken and written word. Assessment is by coursework and end of year exam.
- National Certificate in Adult Literacy.
- Would you like a national qualification in English to reward your success? The National Certificate in Adult Literacy is a multiple choice question test, similar to the driving theory test, which is available to anyone over 16 who does not already hold an English qualification (e.g. GCSE). Getting a qualification will:
- Give you confidence in your own abilities.
- Help you get onto some further courses of study.
- Provide evidence of your skills to go on your CV.
- Show employers what you can do.
- To discuss how to register for the test and how to prepare for it, contact Paul McKevitt on (01524) 581270 or e-mail paul.mckevitt@ed.lancscc.gov.uk
Qualification Descriptions
- OCNW Level 1/START
- courses are short introductory and specialist courses of up to 10 weeks duration.
- OCNW Level 2 Stage As
- are an equivalent level to GCSEs but are shorter in length. Assessment is by portfolio and written assessment.
- OCNW Level 3 Stage Bs
- are an equivalent to A2s (previously A Levels). Assessment is by written assignments, projects and end of year exams. Level 3 courses are intensive and demanding in terms of time, commitment and skills.
- Study Skills
- are an integral part of the access to HE programme. Classes and workshops are held throughout the year to help you with reading for your course, writing essays and preparing for tests and exams.
