English Literature

Course summary

This specification has a clear philosophy of reading and meaning and aims to encourage pupils to develop as informed, independent readers and critics of literary texts. This will be achieved through a course of wide and close reading. This course provides pupils with maximum opportunities for both coursework and examinations. The non-exam assessment component provides opportunities for students to pursue their own areas of interest and develop personal and independent learning skills. The variety of examination assessment styles allows students to develop a wide range of skills, such as the ability to read critically, analyze, evaluate, and undertake independent research which are valuable for both further study and future employment. In this course, you should develop your interest in and enjoyment of literature and literary studies as you: - Read widely and independently set texts and wider reading poetry, drama, and prose texts. - Engage creatively with a substantial body of texts and ways of responding to them. - Develop and apply your knowledge of literary analysis and evaluation in speech and writing. - Explore the contexts and others' interpretations of the texts you are reading.