English & Other Languages Courses | Truro & Penwith College

Develop Transferable Skills

Language is at the heart of society and shapes how we view the world. By studying one of our English & Languages courses, you will develop critical thinking, interpretation, analytical, and communication skills.

We will help you to broaden your awareness of the world around you, as you will study literature and language within wider socio-historical and political contexts.

If you are an adult learner and are interested in English GCSE and Functional Skills, please click here to find out more.

Click above to watch our film about studying English & Languages at Truro and Penwith College and the career and university opportunities available.

Jennifer McConnell Programme Team Leader English and Languages at Truro College

On our exciting English & Languages courses you will develop the ability to think critically about different texts and about the world around you.

Jen McConnell - Programme Team Leader

Valuable skills

The transferable skills you will acquire by studying one or more of our A Levels are highly valued by universities and employers.

Dedicated learning resource centre

In addition to an enthusiastic team of linguists and native speakers, students who study a foreign language have access to our dedicated Languages Centre run by our specialist Languages Coordinator. Students will have weekly conversation sessions with a native speaker and lots of additional support is also available for all aspects of language learning.

What you can do with your qualification

Studying English Language and Literature gives students some of the most desirable skills an employer, or university, look for. For exmple, the ability to clearly and concisely explain, write or present ideas and recognise themes.

Popular career destinations for English and Language students include law, journalism, marketing, teaching or research fields.

A tutor sits with a student as the student looks at a notepad with a pen in hand.

A future in communication & culture

Language is intrinsically linked with a country's literature, traditions and history. You will explore the linguistic and literary heritage of the English Language, understanding how it influences all communication. The world will be opened up to you as your foreign language skills develop and you become immersed in a new culture.

Join one of the largest English and Language departments nationally.

Achieve

You will be taught and supported by experts with a passion for their subject and who have extensive knowledge of the exam requirements. Students achieve exceptionally high grades in A Level subjects against the national average.

Success

High numbers of students who progress to university went to Russell Group institutions including Oxbridge. Students progress to a wide range of courses beyond English and Languages.

creative

There are extensive enrichment opportunities including the Creative Writing Enrichment option where you will be given the opportunity to take part in a range of local and national competitions.

Support

You will have access to our dedicated Language Laboratories and Learning Centre. Students are well supported to make exceptional progress in their courses and benefit from strong links with the College's Academic and Oxbridge Academies.

The best part about A Levels is the amazing lecturers with a passion for their subjects. The Oxbridge trip really helped me make up my mind where to apply.

Kit - A Level English Literature, History and Politics

Select a pathway

All

Functional Skills in English L2

Part Time

STEM & Health Skills Centre Bodmin

A young girl sits in a classroom with a folder open in front of her.

Functional Skills in English L1

Part Time

Truro College

A Level Spanish

Full Time

Penwith College

A Level English Literature

Full Time

Penwith College

A Level English Language

Full Time

Penwith College