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9093 — English Language — AS — Overview

Reading and writing skills for the AS papers — context, audience and purpose, text analysis, directed response and extended writing.

Syllabus code

9093

Level

AS

Main paper

Paper 1 · 135 min

Syllabus structure

6 chapters across 6 units.

  1. Unit 1 · Introduction to AS Level English LanguageChapters 1–1
  2. Unit 2 · Exploring text typesChapters 2–2
  3. Unit 3 · Reading skills – directed responseChapters 3–3
  4. Unit 4 · Reading skills – text analysisChapters 4–4
  5. Unit 5 · Writing skills – shorter writing and reflective commentaryChapters 5–5
  6. Unit 6 · Writing skills – extended writingChapters 6–6
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Paper breakdown

  • Paper 1 — multiple choice, 135 minutes.Loading…
  • Other papers — data response and structured essays.Coming soon

Assessment objectives

AO1 — Knowledge and understanding
Recall terms, concepts, theories and formulas accurately.
AO2 — Analysis
Apply what you know to the situation in front of you and follow the chain of reasoning.
AO3 — Evaluation
Weigh the evidence, consider limitations and reach a supported judgement.

Command words

Define
Give the precise meaning of a term.
Explain
Set out purposes or reasons, with clear links between them.
Calculate
Work out a numerical answer, showing your working.
Analyse
Break the issue down and show how the parts connect.
Discuss
Write about the issue from more than one point of view.
Evaluate
Judge how important or successful something is, then conclude.