Brush Up Your English for GCSE (UC12Q55F)
A short four week course that provides a good foundation for studying the full GCSE English course which starts in September 2024
Course overview
This course aims to refresh your current English skills and boost confidence in your abilities should you wish to progress to studying GCSE English. You will be taught techniques to help build up good study habits and confidence in your own learning and abilities and give yourself a good foundation from which to achieve your goal.
Where Uckfield College, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3DJ.
When
Wednesday, 6:45pm - 9:00pm from 26th June 2024 until 17th July 2024 for 4 weeks.
Cost
The full fee is £0.00.
What you already need to know
You will need to have a good standard of literacy to enable you to complete written tasks and read and understand the course texts.
What you will learn
In readiness for brushing up your English skills and preparing you for taking a GCSE English course in an academic year, you will develop study skills that will help you to prepare and feel confident studying:
- Reading - increase your reading and expand into different genres
- Writing - practise formal writing, answering questions and using a range of language techniques
- Speaking and Listening - develop your confidence when speaking and listening to others
How you will learn it
Classes are small, informal and friendly, aimed at easing you into studying GCSE English. You will learn from a variety of teaching methods including; tutor explanations, discussions, small group activities and writing tasks. You will be given additional work to complete at home which will enhance your learning.
Bring to the first session
Pen and paper.
Extra study or practice
It is recommended that you spend 1 - 2 hours a week doing home study to practise what you have learnt in class. You are also encouraged to read daily, trying out new types of reading material.
This will help you to develop good study habits in preparation for the GCSE when you will be expected to do 3 - 4 hours of home study per week.
How to enrol
Complete a
Register your Interest form or
Tel
01825 761820 or
Email
adultlearning@acres.org.uk
We will send you an enrolment pack. The pack includes a short assessment to establish your level. Please return the pack in the free-post envelope provided as soon as possible. You will then be invited to an online 'meet and greet' with a tutor to discuss the best route for you to achieve your English goals.
Previous students say
"It was scary going back to studying. I didn't have a good time when I was at school but it wasn't like school at all."
"The teacher was so friendly and we all had such a laugh learning together."
"The course helped me to get back into learning."
"I'm so glad I did this first. It helped me know how to handle the GCSE."
Additional Course Information
This course is free if you do not hold an A*- C or equivalent English GCSE. Books and texts will be provided but students may choose to purchase their own copies of books. Please do not buy anything until advised by your tutor.
Next steps within this subject with ACRES
Our tutors will be able to advise you at interview on the best route to meet your English needs.
English GCSE will start in September 2024 online and in person. If you do not think you are ready for the level GCSE please explore our other English course options with our 4 week Brush Up Your English Functional Skills and year long Functional Skills Entry 3/Level 1 course. Speak to your tutor or look on the ACRES' website to find out more.
Future steps beyond ACRES
Some colleges and universities now offer an equivalency exam for adults who do not have a GCSE English. Completing an NCFE L2 qualification will equip learners to demonstrate their literacy for further study. Call us or discuss with your tutor the different level courses available in September 2024.
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