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Course Overview

This course is designed to improve your confidence and ability in using English Language. The main focus is on your reading and writing skills.  You will be assigned a level (Entry 3, Level 1 or Level 2) based on your current ability in English. No matter your starting point, you will be ultimately working towards achieving a Level 2 Functional Skills qualification, which is seen as the equivalent of a Grade 4 pass at GCSE and is valued by most HE institutions and employers. 

The course will focus on reading, writing and presentation/discussion skills. It will improve your accuracy in writing and your grammar and vocabulary knowledge. You will be better able to read and understand a variety of texts. You will gain in confidence and be able to express yourself more fluently and clearly when writing.

This course is for anyone who wants to improve their reading and writing skills and wishes to gain a nationally-recognised qualification in English Language.

You will need a good basic knowledge of English, as this course will focus on technical skills such as grammar, spelling and vocabulary.  If English is not your first language, you may wish to consider an ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) course instead.

All prospective students need to take an assessment before commencing this course. This assessment is in two parts: an online BKSB assessment and also an in-person written task. The purpose of the pre-assessment is to place students at the appropriate level course for them.

To achieve your Functional Skills qualification you will need to sit a reading and writing exam and perform a speaking and listening activity (which will be assessed in class). Attendance at Exams is part of the expectations of the course. If needed, there will be more than one opportunity to take exams during the course.

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Students are able to work up to Level 2 (which is generally seen as the equivalent to a pass at GCSE). These qualifications can help you get a job; progress onto a course at the College; achieve an apprenticeship placement; or a place on a Higher Education course.

Classes are free of charge for eligible students (one criterion is that you must be a resident in the UK and have lived in the UK area for the last three years).

There is a selection of lesson times available - in the morning, afternoon and evening and across both sites. Classes are 2.5 hours long and you attend once per week. 100% attendance at lessons and exams is expected.  The PT classes will start in the week beginning September 8th 2025.

Awarding Body:
EDEXCEL

Qualification:
Functional Skill

Curriculum Area:
English and Maths - Adult English and Maths

Course Options

Start Date

Wed 3rd September 2025

Attendance

Part-time

Duration

2 Terms

Location

Both Bournemouth and Poole

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Start Date

Wed 3rd September 2025

Attendance

Part-time

Duration

2 Terms

Location

Both Bournemouth and Poole

Apply

Start Date

Wed 3rd September 2025

Attendance

Part-time

Duration

2 Terms

Location

Both Bournemouth and Poole

Apply

Start Date

Wed 3rd September 2025

Attendance

Part-time

Duration

2 Terms

Location

Both Bournemouth and Poole

Apply