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Functional Skills English

Functional Skills English

Refreshing or developing your English skills can have a lasting, positive impact on your career and everyday life. Confidence in reading, writing, and communication is essential for many jobs and can help you express yourself clearly, build confidence, and access new opportunities.

We offer Functional Skills English at Entry Level, Level 1, and Level 2. We also provide English for Speakers of Other Languages courses.

Course Structure:

  • Attendance: 2 hours per week

  • Duration: 3 Units, each lasting 5 weeks

  • Assessments: Reading, Writing, and Speaking & Listening

  • Flexible start: You can join at any start point throughout the year

To achieve the qualification, you must pass all three components: Reading, Writing, and Speaking & Listening.

Assessment and Enrolment:

  • Before enrolling, you’ll complete an initial assessment to identify the most suitable level for you and ensure you get the most from your studies.

  • Once the assessment is complete, we’ll offer you a day and time to attend. Please note that this may differ from the day and time selected on your application.

  • When applying, choose the level, day, and time you feel would suit you best, and we’ll contact you to arrange your assessment.

Completing Your Initial Assessment

  • Online: If you have access to a computer, laptop, or tablet, you can complete the assessment online (please note this does not work well on mobile phones).

  • In person: Alternatively, you can complete the assessment at our Torquay centre by arranging a suitable date and time.

For more details, please contact the Adult and Community Learning Team on 01803 540865, or email [email protected]

Study Options

Please choose your preferred study option below:
(Times and dates are subject to change)

Dates: 21/09/2026 - 08/02/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 12:30 - 15:30
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS2ENG1P
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Dates: 21/09/2026 - 08/02/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 17:00 - 20:00
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS2EN61P
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Dates: 21/09/2026 - 08/02/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 09:00 - 12:00
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS1ENG1P
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Dates: 21/09/2026 - 08/02/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 17:00 - 20:00
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS1EN61P
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Dates: 09/11/2026 - 22/03/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 17:00 - 20:00
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS2EN71P
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Dates: 09/11/2026 - 29/03/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 12:30 - 15:30
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS2EN11P
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Dates: 09/11/2026 - 22/03/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 17:00 - 20:00
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS1EN71P
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Dates: 09/11/2026 - 29/03/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 09:00 - 12:00
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS1EN11P
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Dates: 04/01/2027 - 24/05/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 12:30 - 15:30
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS2EN21P
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Dates: 04/01/2027 - 24/05/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 09:00 - 12:00
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS1EN21P
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Dates: 11/01/2027 - 24/05/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 17:00 - 20:00
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS2EN81P
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Dates: 11/01/2027 - 24/05/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 17:00 - 20:00
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS1EN81P
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Dates: 22/02/2027 - 12/07/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 17:00 - 20:00
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS2EN91P
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Dates: 22/02/2027 - 12/07/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 12:30 - 15:30
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS2EN31P
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Dates: 22/02/2027 - 12/07/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 17:00 - 20:00
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS1EN91P
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Dates: 22/02/2027 - 12/07/2027
Day: Monday
Times: 09:00 - 12:00
Duration: 18 Weeks
Location: Torquay Campus
Code: FS1EN31P
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