English Writing – Skills for Life and Work

About this course

The course develops written English through transactional formats including emails, letters, essays, articles, reports and forms. Learners practise planning, organising, drafting and proofreading, while extending their vocabulary and adapting communication for formal and informal situations. Teaching combines classroom instruction with activities, supported by online learning materials for study outside class. Progress is assessed through a tutor-marked folder of work and a Personal Learning Plan, which are used to develop writing and general English skills.

What you'll learn

• Plan and structure transactional writing for different purposes and contexts
• Draft and proofread emails, letters, essays, articles, reports and forms
• Use a more formal writing style appropriate to workplace communication
• Develop vocabulary for formal and informal communication
• Apply study skills through a folder of work and Personal Learning Plan

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners aged 19 or over who have an entry level of Level 1 Functional Skills English. An initial assessment is required to check suitability. Participation involves classroom activities, online study and a stated commitment to full attendance and punctuality.

• Requires an English initial assessment
• Designed for learners progressing towards more formal English study
• Requires 100% attendance and punctuality

Before you go

• Learners complete an English initial assessment before joining the course.
• Online learning materials are provided for study outside the classroom.