The document discusses the importance and global spread of the English language. It provides several reasons why taking AS and A Level English Language courses are beneficial, including that English is the global language of business, science, academia, travel and more. Studying English Language develops important transferable skills like critical analysis, constructing arguments, and writing in a balanced and articulate manner. These skills are applicable across many subjects and careers. The courses involve analyzing a wide variety of texts and language data, as well as producing written work for different audiences and purposes.