Level 2 English
2ENG Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms J. Moss.
Who would be interested in this course?Achievement in at least ONE of the external standards or TWO of the internal standards at Level One is suggested. If this does not apply then approval may be granted at the discretion of the HOF.
This course follows the national curriculum, covering speaking, listening, writing, reading, presenting and viewing. There is a clear focus on visual text analysis and creation. Films that have been studied include V for Vendetta, Eye in the Sky and Gattaca. This film analysis will help prepare students for the internal and external assessment standards which require a sound knowledge of how and why cinematic techniques are used.
A thematic approach is used for the selection of texts offered to students which will appeal to a wide range of teenagers. Students will study written texts to help prepare them for the assessment standards, including the creation of a visual text and a response essay in the final exam.
Success in this course can lead to entry into either Level 3 English course.
English is a language-rich subject, and a requirement for all future career and vocational pathways, including teaching and journalism.
Faculties:
Pathway
Level 3 English, Level 3 English - Critical Reading
Career PathwaysSecondary School Teacher, Counsellor, Journalist, Communications Professional, Technical Writer, Solicitor, Copywriter, Early Childhood Teacher, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Historian, Barrister, Author
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryA suitable device and 1B5 exercise book.