Adult Education

English

QUALIFICATION and AWARDING BODY 

GCSE in English, N/A 

WHAT DOES THIS COURSE COVER?  

During this GCSE English course for adults, you will develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. You will read and discuss a range of texts, write about material you have read, and produce your own pieces of original fiction and non-fiction writing. You will be allocated a tutor and have access to all college facilities and any additional learning support needs.  

Topics include: 

  • Travel writing  
  • Autobiographies  
  • Information texts and articles  
  • Fiction and non-fiction  
  • Adapting your writing style for different mediums.  

HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?  

This course is assessed via written exams, formal assessments, and presentations.    

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS? 

  • You need to complete a ‘free writing’ task, which will be assessed to ensure that you have the basic skills required to complete the course  
  • This course is not designed for non-English speakers.  

COURSE TIMINGS 

The GCSE English course for adults runs over one evening (either Monday or Tuesday) from 18.00-20.30 during term time only.  

HOW MUCH DOES THIS COURSE COST?  

You are not required to pay course fees. However, you will be charged a £50 exam deposit fee, which will be returned upon completion of the exam. 

HOW DO I APPLY?  

Applications open in September for entry the following year. Due to limited funding, we cannot guarantee a place to all applicants until we know how many applications by adults will be made. 

After submitting your application, you’ll be invited to visit the college and chat to us about your career goals, course selection, and any learning support requirements. This interview will be preceded by a 20-minute English assessment.  

If you receive a conditional offer, you’ll be invited to enrolment in August. This will include the following activities: a 30-minute guidance chat; a review of your course entry requirement paperwork; a data check; fee payment; loan paperwork; and ID badge set up.