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Overview
The course will prepare you for the Higher English course qualification. This course will be delivered online. As this is a fast-track course, it is best suited to independent, self-motivated students who can work to a tight schedule, and dedicate 3-6 hours per week outside the college to self-study every week. Successful completion of this course also gives automatic certification of Core Skill: Communication at SCQF level 6.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 6.
Minimum entry requirements
- You should have the skills, knowledge and understanding required OR
- National 5 English course or relevant component units OR
- Equivalent qualifications or experience
What you study
You will develop listening, talking, reading and writing skills to understand and use language. You will also develop your understanding of the complexities of language by studying a wide range of texts. The course develops high levels of analytical thinking and understanding of the impact of language.
How the course is taught
As this is a fast track course, you will need to dedicate 3-6 hours per week in self-study in addition to class attendance. In class, you will participate actively in discussion, reading and written tasks focusing on the course and exam success.
Enrolment on this course also allows you to attend the optional Higher English tutorial class.