AQA GCSE English Language
“Building essential literacy and analytical skills for GCSE success and beyond.”
Title: GCSE English Language
QAN Number: 601/4292/3
Content
1. Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing
What’s assessed:
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Section A: One literature fiction test
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Section B: Descriptive or narrative writing
2. Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives
What’s assessed:
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Section A: One non-fiction text and one literary non-fiction text
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Section B: Writing to present a viewpoint
3. Spoken Language (non-examination)
What’s assessed:
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Presenting
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Responding to questions and feedback
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Use of Standard English
Assessment
How you will be assessed
Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing
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Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes
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80 marks
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50% of GCSE
Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives
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Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes
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80 marks
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50% of GCSE
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is suitable for any student capable of reaching the required standard.
Progression opportunities
This course provides excellent preparation for AS and A-level English, while also equipping students with essential life skills and a strong foundation for future employment.
Explore some of the career paths that studying English Literature can open up below.
Address
FUEL Independent School
(First Universal Enterprises Limited)
Unit 7 Ellesmere Business Park
Haydn Road
Sherwood
Nottingham
NG5 1DX
Address
FUEL In The Community
Melbourne Park
Melbourne Road
Aspley
NG8 5HL
Main Reception
0115 9609 139
Emergency Number
07775 556555
