English Literature is not only about the close study of written texts but is also a study of the human condition. It examines what drives us – or haunts us: loyalty, friendship, love, jealousy, fear, sorrow, ambition, greed. Students discuss how these concepts affect our lives and study how writers present and explore these ideas using the particular techniques of prose, poetry or drama. What makes a piece of writing qualify as Literature that will last? This is a question at the heart of the study of English. Broadly, the best writing adds to the debate about why we behave in the ways that we do and why the world is as it is. Class discussions include aspects of history, politics, art history, sociology and psychology and how these have inspired writers. Through the close analysis of texts from the medieval to present day, English Literature enables students to develop strong powers of analysis and debate. The subject will strengthen students’ essay writing and develop their ability to present, structure and analyse an argument. We organise several visits to London’s theatres to see productions of texts being studied or to see other plays that are interesting and fun. We also take advantage of academic conferences and relevant exhibitions at venues such as the British Library, the British Museum and the V&A. English Literature A level is highly respected by university admissions tutors as a suitable qualification for the study of many different degree courses. Each year a number of our students go on to take English at degree level, either as a single honours course or in combination with another subject. Previous students have attended universities such as Oxford, Bristol, Nottingham, Sussex, and Kings College London. It can lead to careers in many different directions from journalism, broadcasting or advertising, to law, the City or academia. The Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in English Literature consists of four components: three externally examined papers and one non-examination assessment (coursework) component. The qualification requires the study of eight literary texts plus unseen poetry. COMPONENT 1, DRAMA: Overview of content – students study: One Shakespeare play and one other drama from either tragedy or comedy – both texts may be selected from one or both of these categories. Critical essays related to their selected Shakespeare play. Students’ preparation is supported by Shakespeare: A Critical Anthology – Tragedy or Shakespeare: A Critical Anthology – Comedy.
We advise any A-level students who have not achieved a 9 - 4 grade in either English or Maths GCSE to continue to study these subjects. Tuition can be undertaken either at Fine Arts College or privately and the exam(s) may be sat here.
• Written examination, lasting 2 hours and 15 minutes. • Open book – clean copies of the drama texts can be taken into the examination. The Critical • • Anthology must not be taken into the examination. • Total of 60 marks available – 35 marks for Section A and 25 marks for Section B. • Two sections: students answer one question from a choice of two on their studied text for both • Section A and Section B. • Section A – Shakespeare: one essay question, incorporating ideas from wider critical reading (AO1, AO2, AO3, AO5 assessed). • Section B – Other Drama: one essay question (AO1, AO2, AO3 assessed)
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Camden |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £26,160 |
| Address | Centre Studios, 41-43 Englands Lane, London, NW3 4YD |
English Literature is not only about the close study of written texts but is also a study of the human condition. It examines what drives us – or haunts us: loyalty, friendship, love, jealousy, fear, sorrow, ambition, greed. Students discuss how these concepts affect our lives and study how writers present and explore these ideas using the particular techniques of prose, poetry or drama. What makes a piece of writing qualify as Literature that will last? This is a question at the heart of the study of English. Broadly, the best writing adds to the debate about why we behave in the ways that we do and why the world is as it is. Class discussions include aspects of history, politics, art history, sociology and psychology and how these have inspired writers. Through the close analysis of texts from the medieval to present day, English Literature enables students to develop strong powers of analysis and debate. The subject will strengthen students’ essay writing and develop their ability to present, structure and analyse an argument. We organise several visits to London’s theatres to see productions of texts being studied or to see other plays that are interesting and fun. We also take advantage of academic conferences and relevant exhibitions at venues such as the British Library, the British Museum and the V&A. English Literature A level is highly respected by university admissions tutors as a suitable qualification for the study of many different degree courses. Each year a number of our students go on to take English at degree level, either as a single honours course or in combination with another subject. Previous students have attended universities such as Oxford, Bristol, Nottingham, Sussex, and Kings College London. It can lead to careers in many different directions from journalism, broadcasting or advertising, to law, the City or academia. The Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in English Literature consists of four components: three externally examined papers and one non-examination assessment (coursework) component. The qualification requires the study of eight literary texts plus unseen poetry. COMPONENT 1, DRAMA: Overview of content – students study: One Shakespeare play and one other drama from either tragedy or comedy – both texts may be selected from one or both of these categories. Critical essays related to their selected Shakespeare play. Students’ preparation is supported by Shakespeare: A Critical Anthology – Tragedy or Shakespeare: A Critical Anthology – Comedy.
We advise any A-level students who have not achieved a 9 - 4 grade in either English or Maths GCSE to continue to study these subjects. Tuition can be undertaken either at Fine Arts College or privately and the exam(s) may be sat here.
• Written examination, lasting 2 hours and 15 minutes. • Open book – clean copies of the drama texts can be taken into the examination. The Critical • • Anthology must not be taken into the examination. • Total of 60 marks available – 35 marks for Section A and 25 marks for Section B. • Two sections: students answer one question from a choice of two on their studied text for both • Section A and Section B. • Section A – Shakespeare: one essay question, incorporating ideas from wider critical reading (AO1, AO2, AO3, AO5 assessed). • Section B – Other Drama: one essay question (AO1, AO2, AO3 assessed)
