English National 5
Study mode: You study outside of typical working hours, usually in the evenings.
Course type: National 5
Start in: August
Learning mode: You attend classes in person at the local campus or learning centre., You access classes and/or materials digitally.
Duration: Part time: 5 Months
How: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable., You complete course tasks independently. These may be set by your lecturer or chosen by you.
What is special about this course?
This course develops your confidence in reading, writing and analysing a wide range of texts. Studying alongside Higher English classes, you'll have the opportunity to build your skills gradually while working towards achieving the qualification over a longer period.
Exploring how language is used to communicate ideas, emotions and viewpoints through close reading and literary study, you'll learn how to interpret meaning, analyse a writer's techniques and support your views with evidence. You'll also develop your own writing skills across a range of genres, strengthening your use of language, structure and style.
Special Features
- Study alongside Higher English, giving you additional time and support to work towards the qualification
- Develop confidence in reading, writing, analysis and critical thinking through engaging language and literary study
- Build strong communication skills that can support progression to Higher English, further study and a wide range of career pathways
- National 4 in English or equivalent.
Applications are encouraged from prospective students without the standard entry requirements as listed above.
Course content includes:
Language Study:
close reading will extend your understanding of passages, develop your ability to analyse the writer's style and help you evaluate passages by citing evidence in support of your comments. In the writing element you will be given the opportunity to write in a variety of genres and to extend your skills stylistically and technically.
Literary Study:
you will study poetry and drama and will be introduced to a range of critical concepts and terms. You will also learn new skills in critical essay writing.
How will I study my course?
- Evening
You will study through a combination of face-to-face classes on campus and remote learning via our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), with support from your lecturers.
Tutoring slots can also be booked with your lecturer if required.
How long will my course last?
8 MonthsPart time: 5 hours per week over 8 months.
Face to Face: Thursdays 6pm - 9pm
Online: 3 hours per week to be completed at a time that works best for you
- UHI Moray
Start date
August
Fees
The good news is that depending on your personal circumstances there are a wide range of bursaries, grants and allowances available to fund your college studies.
What can I do on completion of my course?
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to progress onto Higher English which is a requirement for certain courses, such as teacher training.
Apply for English National 5
We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI Moray. UHI Moray operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.