This course runs from mid-September to mid-June, exams are conducted in late May/early June.
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This course runs from mid-September to mid-June, exams are conducted in late May/early June.
Do you need to resist your GCSE English to reach your real goals? This GCSE English resit course is available in person or online.
Please note that the course will go ahead only if we receive enough applications.
To apply for this course, email eandm@bathcollege.ac.uk with the subject line GCSE English.
There are no grade entry requirements. However, this course is for you if you want to resit your English GCSEs.
You will attend an interview and assessment with our tutors to decide if the course is the right step for you.
Please remember that the course will only go ahead if we receive the right number of applications.
The college will invite you to an interview via email.
During the interview, you must mention which college campus you wish to study at.
The course covers basic English topics to help you achieve a Grade 4 or above:
In person, you will attend our evening classes at either the Somer Valley Campus in Radstock or the Bath City Centre Campus.
We recommend studying in person if you are starting your English GCSE journey, so you can have extra support from our expert tutors.
You will sit your GCSE English exam in May and June.
To help you prepare, you will complete mock exams so that you feel ready to pass the real exam with confidence.
This course will open the door to many opportunities.
After you pass your GCSE English exam (GCSE Grade 4 or higher), you can progress to a higher-level qualification in a subject of your choice or apply for job roles.
Many employers and courses require a Grade 4 or above in GCSE English.
If you're confused about your career path, email careers@bathcollege.ac.uk to book a friendly chat with the Careers Advice team.
They will support you with your next step, write a CV and cover letter, and help you practice for job interviews.
GCSE and FS English are FREE at the point of entry until you achieve a Grade 4 or C. If you already hold a Grade 4 or Grade C at GCSE, then a course fee will be incurred.
If GCSE is not the right qualification for you then you may want to look at our Functional skills qualifications.
To apply please email eandm@bathcollege.ac.uk
To provide a strong foundation for further academic and vocational study and for employment, to give students the appropriate English language skills, knowledge and understanding to help them progress to a full range of courses in further and higher education.
At Bath College, we understand that resitting your English GCSE can be stressful.
But there is no need to worry. We want to support you at every step of your journey.
If you need help with travel costs to the college or free college meals, please email studentfunding@bath.ac.uk for more help.
You also have access to extra help with learning, including:
And if you have any problems at the college, you can email safe@bathcollege.ac.uk to book a private chat.
A member of the Welfare team will listen to you and offer confidential support.