Your Path to GCSE English Language
This Course at a Glance
- Gain an internationally recognised Level 2 qualification (GCSE or IGCSE)
- Learn to read, write, and communicate with flair and impact
- Develop proficiency in the language of global business and communication
- Master the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences and purposes
- Choose between the GCSE and IGCSE when booking your exams
- Have the choice of 10 exam centres with Tutors & Exams
- Course bundle includes all course material and written exams
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GCSE / IGCSE English Language including exams
This Course at a Glance
- Gain an internationally recognised Level 2 qualification (GCSE or IGCSE)
- Learn to read, write, and communicate with flair and impact
- Develop proficiency in the language of global business and communication
- Master the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences and purposes
- Choose between the GCSE and IGCSE when booking your exams
- Have the choice of 10 exam centres with Tutors & Exams
- Course bundle includes all course material and written exams
Course Introduction
The English Language is an incredible asset for professional and personal development. As the language of business and one of the most spoken languages worldwide, proficiency in English is highly valued by employers. Those who understand the language in its entirety are capable of reading fluently, writing effectively, and presenting concepts coherently.
This course will prepare you to gain an academic qualification in English Language (GCSE or IGCSE), enabling you to progress to Level 3 study and beyond. You will develop the ability to read and respond to material from various sources, compare texts, and analyse how writers achieve their effects.
Course Info
This online GCSE/IGCSE English Language course is designed to be engaging, suitable for all students, and inclusive of a diverse range of writers and materials. The curriculum focuses on developing high-level communication and analysis skills through varied texts.
The course is offered completely online, giving you the flexibility to study from the comfort of home, or wherever suits you best, with no restrictive timetables.
Exams
The qualification is awarded by Pearson, and you will choose between the standard GCSE and the IGCSE route, both of which are internationally recognised.
Assessment typically involves written exams covering all units. You will be assessed on your ability to:
- Read and respond to material from various sources.
- Compare texts.
- Analyse how writers achieve their effects.
- Construct and convey meaning in written language (transactional and imaginative).
Your exams are included with this course bundle. You will sit them at one of our nationwide exam centres.
Our Trusted Partnership Of Tutors & Exams
learndirect is a trusted partner with Tutors & Exams
At learndirect, we’re proud to work with Tutors & Exams, one of the UK’s most respected and trusted providers of assessment services for private and distance-learning students, known for their professionalism, consistency, and commitment to learners. Their high standards and trusted reputation make them an invaluable partner in ensuring our learners receive the very best exam experience possible.
Tutors & Exams play an integral role in the delivery of our A-Level and GCSE programmes, supporting a wide range of specialisms, including English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Business Studies, and more. Their experienced team understand the unique needs of online and home-educated learners, providing reassurance, structure, and clarity throughout the assessment process.
With exam centres located across the country, Tutors & Exams make assessments accessible wherever our learners are based. They also offer tailored arrangements, such as extra time, smaller settings, or individual exam rooms, to create an environment that helps every learner perform at their best.
At learndirect, we’ve built our reputation as the UK’s market leader in online learning, combining flexible study with expert tutor support and a 96% A-Level pass rate.
Working alongside Tutors & Exams means our learners benefit from both exceptional teaching and a seamless, professional exam experience, giving them the confidence to succeed from their first lesson through to their final result.
Modules
The first two units in your course cover everything you need to know about the course and the exams, as well as handy tips for how to successfully study online.
From unit 3 you will study English Language, covering Themes, The writer's perspective, Analysing and writing fiction and non-fiction, as well as the fundamentals of spelling, punctuation, grammar, and vocabulary.
At the end of your course is a set of mock exams.
Entry Requirements
You must complete at least 50% of the course and pass the associated assignments before you are eligible to be entered for the exams.
Average completion timeframe
The average time it takes to complete the course is 18 months.
Assessment requirements
The assessment consists of written exams
Exams required
One of our exam partners will provide the exam centre and oversee the examination process. Should you choose to sit at a centre that is not on our partners list, you will be charged the exam centre finder fee.
EXAM CENTRE SITES
- Coventry
- Taunton
- St Neots
- High Wycombe
- Bolton
- Doncaster
- London
- Romford
- Bristol
- Birmingham
- Swansea
Is Membership Required?
No membership is required to enrol on this course.
Additional requirements
Learners will choose between GCSE and iGCSE when booking their exams. Full details of both are in the course.
Certification Timeframe
You can expect to receive your certificate 3 months after receiving the result.
Extension Rules
You may extend this course once for a maximum of twelve months.
Course Fees
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before exams can be booked.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
About the GCSE English Language exams
There are two exams in GCSE English Language, you must complete both exams in the same exam series.
Paper 1: Fiction and Imaginative Writing is assessed through a 1 hour and 45-minute examination. The total number of marks available is 64, and it is worth 40% of the total GCSE.
Paper 2: Non-fiction and Transactional Writing is assessed through a 2 hour and 5-minute examination. The total number of marks available is 96, and it is worth 60% of the total GCSE.
About the IGCSE English Language exams
There is one exam in IGCSE English Language. The exam is 3 hours and assesses everything in the specification.
Grades
You will be graded between grades 1 and 9, 9 being the highest.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
You will be unable to book your exam until all outstanding course fees are settled in full, this includes any associated charges deemed to be payable as per your initial contract.
All courses funded via our partner Premium Credit Limited, will need to be settled with them directly.
Tutors and Exams
Tutors and Exams provides examination and assessment facilities primarily aimed at private and home educated candidates.
Tutors and Exams have examination centres located around the country, including:
- Birmingham
- Bolton
- Coventry
- Doncaster
- High Wycombe
- Mitcham
- Romford
- St Neots
- Taunton
- Newcastle
All are approved for examination delivery by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ).
Tutors & Exams
Tutors and Exams provides examination and assessment facilities primarily aimed at private and home educated candidates.
Tutors and Exams currently have five examination centres located around the country: Bolton, Coventry, Doncaster, St Neots Cambridgeshire and Wimbledon. All are approved for examination delivery by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ).
In addition to their examination centres they also have a dedicated Science laboratory based in Birmingham with the ability to deliver A Level Science practicals all year round and access to another Science laboratory located in London.
Pearson Edexcel
Upon successful completion of the iGCSE, and the associated exam, you will have gained an iGCSE in English Language.
International GCSEs (iGCSEs) enable successful progression to A Level study and beyond. This course has also been created in collaboration with International Advanced Level and GCE A Level Teachers, as well as Higher Education Professors to validate the appropriateness of the qualification, including its content, skills development and assessment structure.
Pearson Edexcel are the UK's largest awarding body and we are regulated by Ofqual (England), SQA Accreditation (Scotland), CCEA Accreditation (Northern Ireland) and Qualifications Wales (Wales). They offer academic and vocational qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in names like Edexcel, BTEC, EDI and LCCI.
Progression
By successfully completing this course, and on passing the associated exams, you can progress to:
- A-Level English Language
- International Advanced Level, for example in English Language
- Other comparable, Level 3 qualifications, such as Access to Higher Education Diplomas
Frequently Asked Questions
- SALE Savings End Midnight Friday 28th November
- SALE Savings End Midnight Friday 28th November
GCSE / IGCSE English Language including exams
This Course at a Glance
- Gain an internationally recognised Level 2 qualification (GCSE or IGCSE)
- Learn to read, write, and communicate with flair and impact
- Develop proficiency in the language of global business and communication
- Master the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences and purposes
- Choose between the GCSE and IGCSE when booking your exams
- Have the choice of 10 exam centres with Tutors & Exams
- Course bundle includes all course material and written exams
Course Introduction
The English Language is an incredible asset for professional and personal development. As the language of business and one of the most spoken languages worldwide, proficiency in English is highly valued by employers. Those who understand the language in its entirety are capable of reading fluently, writing effectively, and presenting concepts coherently.
This course will prepare you to gain an academic qualification in English Language (GCSE or IGCSE), enabling you to progress to Level 3 study and beyond. You will develop the ability to read and respond to material from various sources, compare texts, and analyse how writers achieve their effects.
Course Info
This online GCSE/IGCSE English Language course is designed to be engaging, suitable for all students, and inclusive of a diverse range of writers and materials. The curriculum focuses on developing high-level communication and analysis skills through varied texts.
The course is offered completely online, giving you the flexibility to study from the comfort of home, or wherever suits you best, with no restrictive timetables.
Exams
The qualification is awarded by Pearson, and you will choose between the standard GCSE and the IGCSE route, both of which are internationally recognised.
Assessment typically involves written exams covering all units. You will be assessed on your ability to:
- Read and respond to material from various sources.
- Compare texts.
- Analyse how writers achieve their effects.
- Construct and convey meaning in written language (transactional and imaginative).
Your exams are included with this course bundle. You will sit them at one of our nationwide exam centres.
Our Trusted Partnership Of Tutors & Exams
learndirect is a trusted partner with Tutors & Exams
At learndirect, we’re proud to work with Tutors & Exams, one of the UK’s most respected and trusted providers of assessment services for private and distance-learning students, known for their professionalism, consistency, and commitment to learners. Their high standards and trusted reputation make them an invaluable partner in ensuring our learners receive the very best exam experience possible.
Tutors & Exams play an integral role in the delivery of our A-Level and GCSE programmes, supporting a wide range of specialisms, including English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Business Studies, and more. Their experienced team understand the unique needs of online and home-educated learners, providing reassurance, structure, and clarity throughout the assessment process.
With exam centres located across the country, Tutors & Exams make assessments accessible wherever our learners are based. They also offer tailored arrangements, such as extra time, smaller settings, or individual exam rooms, to create an environment that helps every learner perform at their best.
At learndirect, we’ve built our reputation as the UK’s market leader in online learning, combining flexible study with expert tutor support and a 96% A-Level pass rate.
Working alongside Tutors & Exams means our learners benefit from both exceptional teaching and a seamless, professional exam experience, giving them the confidence to succeed from their first lesson through to their final result.
Modules
The first two units in your course cover everything you need to know about the course and the exams, as well as handy tips for how to successfully study online.
From unit 3 you will study English Language, covering Themes, The writer's perspective, Analysing and writing fiction and non-fiction, as well as the fundamentals of spelling, punctuation, grammar, and vocabulary.
At the end of your course is a set of mock exams.
Entry Requirements
You must complete at least 50% of the course and pass the associated assignments before you are eligible to be entered for the exams.
Average completion timeframe
The average time it takes to complete the course is 18 months.
Assessment requirements
The assessment consists of written exams
Exams required
One of our exam partners will provide the exam centre and oversee the examination process. Should you choose to sit at a centre that is not on our partners list, you will be charged the exam centre finder fee.
EXAM CENTRE SITES
- Coventry
- Taunton
- St Neots
- High Wycombe
- Bolton
- Doncaster
- London
- Romford
- Bristol
- Birmingham
- Swansea
Is Membership Required?
No membership is required to enrol on this course.
Additional requirements
Learners will choose between GCSE and iGCSE when booking their exams. Full details of both are in the course.
Certification Timeframe
You can expect to receive your certificate 3 months after receiving the result.
Extension Rules
You may extend this course once for a maximum of twelve months.
Course Fees
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before exams can be booked.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Assessment
About the GCSE English Language exams
There are two exams in GCSE English Language, you must complete both exams in the same exam series.
Paper 1: Fiction and Imaginative Writing is assessed through a 1 hour and 45-minute examination. The total number of marks available is 64, and it is worth 40% of the total GCSE.
Paper 2: Non-fiction and Transactional Writing is assessed through a 2 hour and 5-minute examination. The total number of marks available is 96, and it is worth 60% of the total GCSE.
About the IGCSE English Language exams
There is one exam in IGCSE English Language. The exam is 3 hours and assesses everything in the specification.
Grades
You will be graded between grades 1 and 9, 9 being the highest.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
You will be unable to book your exam until all outstanding course fees are settled in full, this includes any associated charges deemed to be payable as per your initial contract.
All courses funded via our partner Premium Credit Limited, will need to be settled with them directly.
Tutors and Exams
Tutors and Exams provides examination and assessment facilities primarily aimed at private and home educated candidates.
Tutors and Exams have examination centres located around the country, including:
- Birmingham
- Bolton
- Coventry
- Doncaster
- High Wycombe
- Mitcham
- Romford
- St Neots
- Taunton
- Newcastle
All are approved for examination delivery by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ).
Tutors & Exams
Tutors and Exams provides examination and assessment facilities primarily aimed at private and home educated candidates.
Tutors and Exams currently have five examination centres located around the country: Bolton, Coventry, Doncaster, St Neots Cambridgeshire and Wimbledon. All are approved for examination delivery by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ).
In addition to their examination centres they also have a dedicated Science laboratory based in Birmingham with the ability to deliver A Level Science practicals all year round and access to another Science laboratory located in London.
Qualifications
Pearson Edexcel
Upon successful completion of the iGCSE, and the associated exam, you will have gained an iGCSE in English Language.
International GCSEs (iGCSEs) enable successful progression to A Level study and beyond. This course has also been created in collaboration with International Advanced Level and GCE A Level Teachers, as well as Higher Education Professors to validate the appropriateness of the qualification, including its content, skills development and assessment structure.
Pearson Edexcel are the UK's largest awarding body and we are regulated by Ofqual (England), SQA Accreditation (Scotland), CCEA Accreditation (Northern Ireland) and Qualifications Wales (Wales). They offer academic and vocational qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in names like Edexcel, BTEC, EDI and LCCI.
Progression
By successfully completing this course, and on passing the associated exams, you can progress to:
- A-Level English Language
- International Advanced Level, for example in English Language
- Other comparable, Level 3 qualifications, such as Access to Higher Education Diplomas
Frequently Asked Questions
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