Sixth Form Courses 2022 to 2023

A Level English Language Additional entry requirements: A minimum grade 6 in GCSE English Language. Why study English Language at Thornleigh Sixth Form? It’s time to look at our language in a way you never thought possible. Prepare to become linguistic scientists, railroading through the language we use in a new and more creative way. Examine how gender and technology impacts on meaning and representation. Scrutinize theoretic opinion on the development of language and predict how we might expect our language to change even further in our lifetime. Course Description English Language is one of the most varied courses you can select to study at A Level. Areas of study include: Language, The Individual and Society • Examining how texts can change depending on genre, time and space, and audience Child Language Development from 0 - 11 • Evaluate and explore the development of a child’s speech and language Language Diversity and Change • Get stuck into debates and social attitudes about our good old mother tongue Language Investigation Coursework • You’ll be given the opportunity to select an area of personal linguistic interest and investigate the impact on language development Each half term you will be given a formal assessment piece and a grade will be recorded in order to track your progress. What support will I receive? We will endeavour to make your time with us as productive and successful as we can. You can expect quality written feedback on assignments, giving clear and specific guidance on your next learning step towards your target grade. Need additional support? Just ask! Need a last push revision class? You’ll have it. We pride ourselves on being there for you. 12 Sixth Form Course Guide