English Literature
East Sussex College Group - East Sussex
03030039400
Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne, BN21 2UF
Course summary

Develop and apply your knowledge of literary analysis and evaluation in writing. Explore the contexts of the work you are reading, considering the interpretations of others and possible ways of responding to them. Set texts will consist of both classics and modern works of literature including prose, poetry and drama. In the second year you will complete coursework based on post-1900 texts, developing independent skills of reading and research. The course aims to encourage learners to develop their interest in and enjoyment of literature and literary studies. You will read widely and independently both set texts and others that you have selected for yourself. You will develop and apply your knowledge of literary analysis and evaluation in writing. You will explore the contexts of the work you are reading, considering the interpretations of others and possible ways of responding to them. Set texts will consist of both classics and modern works of literature including prose, poetry and drama. In the second year you will complete coursework based on post-1900 texts, developing independent skills of reading and research.

Entry requirements

A GCSE grade 5 in English Language.

How you'll be assessed

There will be two examinations at the end of the second year (80%) and one piece of coursework (20%).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityEast Sussex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressCross Levels Way, Eastbourne, BN21 2UF