English Literature

Course summary

You are required to study a minimum of eight texts at A level, including at least two examples of each of the genres of prose, poetry, and drama across the course as a whole. This must include at least three texts published before 1900, including at least one text by Shakespeare, at least one work first published or performed after 2000, and at least one unseen text. You must complete all components (01, 02, and 03) to be awarded the A Level in English Literature. - Component 01: Shakespeare, Drama and Poetry pre-1900. Exam: Paper 1: 2 hours 30 minutes, closed text, written exam – 40% of total A-level - Component 02: Close reading in the chosen topic area, Comparative and contextual study from the chosen topic area. Exam: Paper 2: 2 hours 30 minutes, closed text, written exam – 40% of total A-level - Component 03: Close reading OR re-creative writing piece with commentary.