Students who decide to study English Literature at A-Level will develop an interest in, and enjoyment of reading and discussing literary texts. They will develop the knowledge and understanding of a wide range of literary texts and the skills of literary analysis. Students gain a solid understanding of how texts can be connected and how they can be interpreted in multiple ways so that students can arrive at their own interpretations and become confident autonomous readers. Students experience a rich, challenging, and coherent approach to English literature that provides an excellent basis for studying the subject at university.
Students should have achieved a minimum grade 6 in GCSE English Literature, although grade 7 or higher is desirable.
A-Level is assessed by two examined components AND one coursework component. Paper 1 Aspects of Tragedy - 40%. Two questions based on King Lear: one question pertaining to literary genres and referencing Tess and Death of a Salesman. Paper 2 Elements of Political and Social Protest– 40%. One unseen extract; one question based on The Handmaid’s Tale, and one based on Kite Runner NEA- 20%. Students apply one of the following theories to a study of two texts -narrative, feminist, Marxist, eco-critical theory, post-colonial theory, literary value, and the canon.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Rectory Lane, Bracknell, RG12 7BA |
Students who decide to study English Literature at A-Level will develop an interest in, and enjoyment of reading and discussing literary texts. They will develop the knowledge and understanding of a wide range of literary texts and the skills of literary analysis. Students gain a solid understanding of how texts can be connected and how they can be interpreted in multiple ways so that students can arrive at their own interpretations and become confident autonomous readers. Students experience a rich, challenging, and coherent approach to English literature that provides an excellent basis for studying the subject at university.
Students should have achieved a minimum grade 6 in GCSE English Literature, although grade 7 or higher is desirable.
A-Level is assessed by two examined components AND one coursework component. Paper 1 Aspects of Tragedy - 40%. Two questions based on King Lear: one question pertaining to literary genres and referencing Tess and Death of a Salesman. Paper 2 Elements of Political and Social Protest– 40%. One unseen extract; one question based on The Handmaid’s Tale, and one based on Kite Runner NEA- 20%. Students apply one of the following theories to a study of two texts -narrative, feminist, Marxist, eco-critical theory, post-colonial theory, literary value, and the canon.