English Language (A Level | Level 3 | Single)

If you want to discover the power of words and embark on an extraordinary journey into language, then this is the course for you. It offers a very different experience from GCSE English as it engages with the real language of our daily lives. Consider the ways language affects how we see the world, and get a great grounding that will prepare you well for the future.

Complementary courses

• English Literature
• Sociology
• Law
• Psychology
• Media
• Business / Business Studies
• History
• Politics
• French/ Spanish
• Philosophy and Ethics

When studying this eye-opening course, you’ll explore the impact of social media and technology on language in the present and go back to 950AD to track changes in the attitudes and values of society. Learn how people use language to control and influence others and find out why the ‘Forbidden Experiment’ impacts our understanding of how children learn to speak. You’ll also practise being a professional writer as you learn how to respond to a brief. Step out of the classroom with exciting visits to London and Manchester, inspiring university lectures, and virtual talks from some of the world’s leading linguists.

• Combination of Coursework and Examination

For the latest entry requirements for all our courses please click the following link: https://www.franklin.ac.uk/courses/course-entry-requirements

Possible career paths

• Editor
• Journalist
• News Reporter
• Writer / Copywriter / Blogger
• PR Professional
• Web Content Manager
• Media Researcher
• Translator
• Social Media Manager
• Linguist
• Publisher
• Speech and Language Therapist
• Teacher
• Marketing Executive