Course information
A level English Language & Literature
St Peter's Collegiate Academy - Wolverhampton
01902558600
Compton Park, Compton Road West, Wolverhampton, WV3 9DU
Course summary

This exciting subject combines two approaches to the study of English: the study of text as literature is combined with the study of text as language by looking in detail at a wide range of textual material (e.g. letters and diaries, speeches and transcribed talk, articles for magazines, news and periodicals). We study how writers use language in different contexts for an ever-shifting variety of audiences and purposes, in order to create distinctive styles. All students on this course will also have the opportunity to create their own original texts, and reflect analytically upon their methods of composition. n the first year, students will study three set texts (one novel, one selection of poetry and an AQA Anthology of texts) and consider them through the themes of Remembered Places, Imagined Worlds and Poetic Voices. In the second year, students will produce creative writing on the theme of Society, and will study human conflict by examining a work of drama, as well as performing an original analytical investigation into an issue in language and literature.

Entry requirements

GCSE English Language Grade 5 GCSE English Literature Grade 5

How you'll be assessed

Students will sit two exams - one will focus on ‘Telling Stories’ whilst the other looks at ‘Exploring Conflict’ in a range of texts. Students will also undertake an independent investigation that explores a specific technique or theme in both literary and non-literary discourse.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWolverhampton
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeMixed
AddressCompton Park, Compton Road West, Wolverhampton, WV3 9DU