English Literature

Course summary

We study the Edexcel English Literature specification which allows you to: · Compare a range of texts across genres, themes and periods from 1300 to present day · Study critical comments and apply these to texts · Have a deeper understanding of the various traditions of literature in English Studying English Literature will allow you to: voice your own opinions; lead discussions by giving presentations; develop sophisticated writing skills; acquire and use specialist terms; research writers, genres and periods; engage actively in dynamic ways with the texts.