English Literature encourages students to develop their interest and enjoyment of English literature. Students will read widely, critically and independently across centuries, genre and gender. We hope to stimulate thought and discussion on a number of issues and ideas. The course also aims to develop the informed, independent reading of literary texts. There is a central emphasis on the analysis of unprepared texts in the exams so students are encouraged to link, connect and compare a wide range of whole texts and extracts.
To study A-Level courses, a student must secure five Grade 5s at GCSE (or vocational course Distinctions), including either English or Maths. To study a specific A-Level course, a student must secure at least a Grade 6 in that subject (or a similar specified subject/s). Please see individual course requirements.
Component 1- Drama and Poetry Pre 1900 Assessed by a written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes; 60 marks 40% of A-Level · Shakespeare · Drama & Poetry pre-1900 Component 2 – Comparative and Contextual Study Assessed by a written exam: 2 hours and 30 minutes; 60 marks 40% of A-Level · Close reading in the chosen topic area · Comparative and contextual study in the chosen topic area Component 3 – Literature post-1900 Non-examined assessment 20% of A-Level · Close reading OR re-creative writing piece with commentary · Comparative essay
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Grant Road, Crowthorne, RG45 7HZ |
English Literature encourages students to develop their interest and enjoyment of English literature. Students will read widely, critically and independently across centuries, genre and gender. We hope to stimulate thought and discussion on a number of issues and ideas. The course also aims to develop the informed, independent reading of literary texts. There is a central emphasis on the analysis of unprepared texts in the exams so students are encouraged to link, connect and compare a wide range of whole texts and extracts.
To study A-Level courses, a student must secure five Grade 5s at GCSE (or vocational course Distinctions), including either English or Maths. To study a specific A-Level course, a student must secure at least a Grade 6 in that subject (or a similar specified subject/s). Please see individual course requirements.
Component 1- Drama and Poetry Pre 1900 Assessed by a written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes; 60 marks 40% of A-Level · Shakespeare · Drama & Poetry pre-1900 Component 2 – Comparative and Contextual Study Assessed by a written exam: 2 hours and 30 minutes; 60 marks 40% of A-Level · Close reading in the chosen topic area · Comparative and contextual study in the chosen topic area Component 3 – Literature post-1900 Non-examined assessment 20% of A-Level · Close reading OR re-creative writing piece with commentary · Comparative essay
