Higher English
- Location
- Langside Campus
- SCQF Level
- 6
- Start Date & time
- 19 Aug 2026 @ 6 - 9pm (Wednesday evenings)
- Qualification Type
- Higher
- Course Type
- Evening
- Duration
- 1 year (August - June)
£640.00
This course will help you to prepare for the Higher English exam.
Please note: This course will be taught on campus but there may be the option of of online classes if unforeseen circumstances arise.
What will I learn?
- How to develop a high level critique of journalist and literary texts
- Use of language in short answer / essay writing
- Individual presentation and group discussion skills
- Close reading skills
- Study of major texts: drama, poetry, short stories or novels.
Ready to get started?
To secure your place on this course, you’ll need to:
- Meet the entry requirements
- Pay the full course fee of £640
Payment options:
- Pay in full - £640
- Spread the cost - pay in 3 instalments via PayPal (option available at checkout; PayPal account required; subject to eligibility)
Please note, funding or fee waivers aren’t available for this course.
Got any questions? We’re happy to help!
Entry requirements (minimum)
- A or B pass at National 5 English, or equivalent or
- Have studied at HE level (HNC or university).
Note:
Please ensure you meet these entry requirements prior to making payment. If you pay but do not meet the entry requirements, the College reserve the right to refuse any refund.
You are required to provide your Scottish Candidate Number (SCN) upon booking so we can ensure you meet the entry requirements above.
When you study National 5 / Higher evening subjects you will also be expected to commit to additional hours of self-study to support your learning. We'd recommend that studying in this way is suitable for those over 17 due to this workload. You'll also be expected to engage in classes (particularly in online classes) and to have a minimum of 80% attendance in order to go forward to the exam (for both in person and online classes). The college reserve the right to withdraw students who do not engage or attend.
Employer and industry links
There may be opportunities to attend talks and lectures from visiting writers or workshop opportunities for creative writing.
Jobs and further study
Advanced Higher English if you achieve grade A or B.
National Course qualifications at Higher level can be used to support progression in a variety of work or study contexts.