English GCSE Part-time
Course Overview
English GCSE Part-time
This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to gain a GCSE qualification in English.
You will study the following areas:
Effective communication through speaking and listening
The ability to read with insight, distinguish between fact and opinion, follow an argument and understand how writers use language to achieve effect
The ability to organise your ideas and to communicate clearly through writing
The use of accurate spelling and punctuation
There will be a variety of class groups to choose from, including an evening session. Class attendance will be one class for 3 hours per week.
Located at: Old Mill Lane campus
Course Start: 08 September 2025
Study Mode: Part-time
Course Code: QEAMENGC11
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
Ffull cost of the course is £500. This course is fully funded to anyone who is aged 19+ and does not already have a grade 4/C in this subject, subject to eligibility.
Other funding information
You may be eligible for assistance with expenses such as travel, books, equipment and childcare. For further information please contact Student Services by calling 01226 216 267.
Course Content
Aged 19+
You are normally expected to have achieved grade 3/D in GCSE Maths. However you will undertake an assessment. Learners who are are not suitable will be offered an English functional skills alternative qualification
You must be able to attend the exams on the days given to you as they are fixed dates for all GCSE exams across the country.
There is a separate Speaking and Listening component to the course which is assessed in class and does not count towards your overall 1 - 9 grade. A separate grade of Pass, Merit or Distinction is given for this element of the course.
Other Resources
For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.
If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.
If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.
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Disclaimer: Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
The course information on this page was last updated 18 June 2025.
