Functional Skills: English
| Study Level | Entry Level 1 |
| Duration | 17 Weeks |
| Study Mode | Part-time |
| Start Date | September 2025 |
GCSE English: One year
Study LevelNo Qualification Course TypeAdult Duration35 Weeks Start DateSeptember 2025 Study ModeFull-time LocationDavid Hockney BuildingOverview
Your GCSE English course is taught in the English Workshop teaching area. We offer classes in the morning, afternoon and evening (except Friday). We enrol from September to December.You will need to attend one class per week lasting 2.5-3 hours.
Key Info
You will learn key skills in English. You will also learn about spelling and listening and be assessed through these means.
Qualification Gained: Welsh Joint Education Committee GCSE (9-1) in English Language
Qualification Gained: Welsh Joint Education Committee GCSE (9-1) in English Language
Entry to this course requires GCSE English Language or Literature at a grade 2 or E. If you do not have these qualifications you will be considered for the course if you reach the required standard on our initial English assessment. It is a national requirement for all students aged 16-18 studying an educational course to continue to study Maths and/or English if a GCSE Grade 4 (A*-C) has not already been achieved, you do not need to apply separately for this as it will be included in your main programme of study.If you are 16 to 18 years old you won't have to pay tuition fees. If you're 19 or older you may need to pay a fee.
You will sit the following assessments:
- Four controlled assessments for reading and writing
- Three spelling and listening assessments
- Two one-hour written examinations in June.
Notice: Fees are currently under review and will be posted as soon as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Other Costs:
This is representative of the most common fees scenario, but actual fees can vary depending on a number of factors. Please contact us if you need more guidance.
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