Overall, the aims of Cambridge International AS & A Level English Language are to enable students to:
• enjoy the experience of studying English language
• develop a critical and informed response to texts in a range of forms, styles and contexts, produced for a variety of audiences
• communicate effectively, creatively, accurately and appropriately in their writing
• build a firm foundation for further study of language and linguistics

Cambridge International AS Level English Language provides learners with opportunities to make critical and informed responses to a wide range of texts. Learners will also demonstrate their ability to produce writing to specific briefs and for given audiences.
Learners will additionally develop the following skills and understanding:
• sustaining accurate, fluent and consistent writing
• producing informed responses appropriate to the specified form, style, context, and audiences