GCSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE

What does this qualification cover?

English language develops the essential skills that enable our communication with the world around us. It contains key skills that underpin every other subject; it is fundamental to developing strong academic, well-rounded and creative young people.

What’s included?

Students study a range of different texts, including 19th century fiction and non-fiction writing, as well as texts from the 21st century. As well as exploring these texts, students also their own creative writing, looking at fiction and non-fiction.

Keys skills developed include:

Critical thinking
Analytical mind set
Written and verbal communication
Teamwork
Planning
Articulation of sophisticated ideas through the development of language skills
Creativity

Download English Course Curriculum

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Year 10

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Year 12

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UTC Heathrow
Potter Street
Northwood
HA6 1QG

Telephone:  01923 602 130
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Key contacts

General Enquiries: Info@heathrow-utc.org

Admissions: admissions@heathrow-utc.org

Student Absence: attendance@heathrow-utc.org

Headteacher: Jasmit Kallah (Jasmit.kallah@heathrow-utc.org)

Deputy Head: Ian Wilkins (Ian.Wilkins@heathrow-utc.org)

Assistant Head & DSL (Michelle.Reeves@heathrow-utc.org)

Pastoral Support Manager & DDSL: Sarah Carey (Sarah.Carey@heathrow-utc.org)

SENDCO: Anita Nayyar (Anita.nayyar@heathrow-utc.org)

FIND US

We are within walking distance from Northwood Hills Tube station on the Metropolitan line, and the area is well served by local buses on Pinner Road and Joel Street.

Please note, as part of our Green Travel Plan, we do not allow our older students to bring cars to the UTC.

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