English Literature - A Level

For students that love literature and have a passion for wanting to learn more and explore texts in greater depth.

GCSE average points score of 5.5 from best 8 and minimum level 5/6 in English Literature.

The qualification requires students to study eight literary texts. Three of these have to be pre-1900 texts (including one Shakespeare play), plus one text first published or performed post-2000. The requirement to study eight texts is met in the following way: Component 1: Drama 1 Shakespeare and one other play Component 2: Prose 3 Pre-1900 prose fiction 4 Prose fiction Component 3: Poetry 5 Post-2000 specified poetry 6 Specified poetry (pre- or post-1900) Coursework : Chosen text 8 Chosen text. The pre-1900 requirement In addition to their Shakespeare play and one pre-1900 prose text, students must study one further pre-1900 text from the available options in any one of the examined compone

A mixture of theory based lessons and independent work. The teachers will also include visits and additional opportunities throughout the course to make it really engaging and applied where possible.

A motivated and committed approach.

A mixture of examinations at the end of year two and coursework worth 20% of the course.

English Literature is a well regarded, traditional A level which is accepted for most degree courses and valued by a number of institutions such as banks, industries and retailers. It is, however, especially suited to those who wish to pursue careers in journalism, law, education, public relations, and advertising. It opens many doors both in progressing on to Higher Education or apprenticeships at different levels.