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  • London Road Campus
  • 17 Weeks
  • Part Time
  • SFS1ENG612(2526C)

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  • Tuesday
    17:30 - 19:30
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You may be entitled to a fee waiver for this course if you are aged 19 or over and unemployed (seeking work and on certain benefits) or earning less than £26,800 per year. [FRE]

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  • How much does it cost?

    The courses are all free unless you already hold a grade 4/C or above in GCSE English.

  • Who is it for?

    This course is for adult learners wishing to develop their Literacy skills to gain a recognised qualification - Functional Skills English Level 1. 

  • Entry Requirements

    There are no formal entry requirements.

  • What does the course involve?

    The course(s) provide the opportunity for you to develop your literacy/English skills at your own pace with expert teaching and support.  Topics covered include:

    • Reading a range of texts
    • Identifying key information
    • Writing skills
    • Comparing texts
    • Purpose of text
    • Language features
    • Spelling, punctuation and grammar
    • Dictionary skills
    • Communication skills
    • Speaking and listening
  • How is the course assessed?

    Each level is assessed by a formal exam that can be taken when you are ready.  Exams can be paperbased or online and are on demand.

  • Additional Notes

    On completion of Level 2 and in some cases Level 1 students can progress onto GCSE English.

  • What do I do next?

    If you meet the entry requirements for this course, please use the Register my Interest or Enrol button or contact Part-time Admissions at 01743 653333 to organise enrolment. If you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our advice events, ring Part-time Admissions on 01743 653333, use our live chat facility, or email parttimecourses@scg.ac.uk

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