English Literature

Course summary

At KS5 our English Literature students are allowed to immerse themselves in a variety of genres and authors from a multitude of historical time eras and perspectives; changing the way students think about the world. By studying stories, novels, and plays, our students will be able to consider history, culture, morality, and the human experience as well as be able to form their own opinions on big ideas. By giving our students the chance to analyze literary forms, they will develop their understanding of the world and become more articulate in expressing their ideas. Novels, poetry, and drama from the 15th to the 21st century such as ‘The Great Gatsby’, ‘Othello’, and a poetry anthology looking at ‘Love through the Ages’. Literary traditions and movements such as Jacobean Drama or Literary Modernism and the impact of contexts on the way texts are written and received. What you will need to study in this course ➢ To have the opportunity to discuss your views and ideas on literature as well as listen to others. ➢ To further develop your knowledge and interest in literary texts. ➢ To improve your understanding of literary contexts. ➢ To develop a wide variety of skills that are highly regarded by both employers and universities.