If you are an enthusiastic reader, who loves to look closely at texts, analysing the ideas that are being explored and the way the language works, then you will enjoy A Level English Literature. The course encourages you to read widely, developing your own insights into literature. You will debate your ideas and opinions about poetry, plays and novels with others, as well as learning to study texts independently. You will study a wide range of modern and historical texts – novels, poetry and drama including works by Shakespeare.As well as extending your knowledge of literature, you will develop skills of thinking critically, reading and analysing texts closely and preparing arguments. The course is made up of four components: • Drama - to include a Shakespeare play and one other playtext. • Prose - comparison of two novels (one written pre-1900) linked by a common theme. • Poetry - one collection of modern poetry and one other poetry collection. • Independent coursework - 2500-3000 words on your choice of two texts, linked by theme, movement, author or period.
• Grade 5 or B in GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature.
80% Examination 20% Coursework
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Folly Lane, Hereford, HR1 1LU |
If you are an enthusiastic reader, who loves to look closely at texts, analysing the ideas that are being explored and the way the language works, then you will enjoy A Level English Literature. The course encourages you to read widely, developing your own insights into literature. You will debate your ideas and opinions about poetry, plays and novels with others, as well as learning to study texts independently. You will study a wide range of modern and historical texts – novels, poetry and drama including works by Shakespeare.As well as extending your knowledge of literature, you will develop skills of thinking critically, reading and analysing texts closely and preparing arguments. The course is made up of four components: • Drama - to include a Shakespeare play and one other playtext. • Prose - comparison of two novels (one written pre-1900) linked by a common theme. • Poetry - one collection of modern poetry and one other poetry collection. • Independent coursework - 2500-3000 words on your choice of two texts, linked by theme, movement, author or period.
• Grade 5 or B in GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature.
80% Examination 20% Coursework