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September 2 Years Level 3 Part-Time - Day Hartlepool Sixth Form A-Levels Apply Enquire

What’s it all about?

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of English Literature, where your passion for reading transforms into an academic adventure. This course offers an exhilarating journey through a diverse array of poetry, novels, and plays by esteemed authors. Engage in stimulating discussions and in-depth analyses, honing your critical thinking and interpretative skills. You'll be well-prepared to advance to university studies in fields such as English, Journalism, Philosophy, Law, or Education. Join a community of literature enthusiasts and let your love for the written word guide you toward a rewarding and intellectually fulfilling career.

You will need 5 GCSEs at grade 5-9, including English

Study level Cost Additional fees
16-18 Free You will need to provide your own stationery and you will be given the opportunity to take part in trips and visits.

English and Maths are important life skills that will help you to achieve your best in your studies and progress to your dream career. If you have not already achieved grade 9-4 in GCSE Maths and/or English at school, we will support you to improve your skills.

Our A Level programmes allow you to choose multiple subjects, enabling you to study 3–4 A Levels over two years or combine them with equivalent vocational qualifications, with each subject taught for 4 hours and 30 minutes per week across three separate lessons and your timetable determined by your chosen subjects (provided at the start of the academic year).
Although you are not required to be on campus when you do not have a timetabled lesson, we strongly recommend making effective use of our learning facilities and resources during these periods to stay on top of your work.

What’s next?

Upon completion a multitude of academic and professional pathways. Academically, it serves as a strong foundation for university degrees in English, journalism, law, philosophy, and education. Professionally, the analytical and communication skills developed are highly valued in careers such as publishing, media, teaching, public relations, marketing, and the legal sector. This qualification not only nurtures a deep appreciation for literature but also equips you with versatile skills, paving the way for a fulfilling and dynamic career.

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93% pass rate for A-Levels

(*Hartlepool Sixth Form College, 2023-24).

Why choose Hartlepool Sixth Form?

Rated Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted

2024

97% of our students progress to university, employment or further study

2023-24

94% overall pass rate for T Levels

2022-23

100% pass rate for over 30 of our courses

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