English Literature
Course summary
What will be studied? You will be studying a range of Literature texts through the lens of Tragedy. The texts include Shakespeare Plays, Poetry and Prose with the stipulation of pre-1900 and post 2000 will be included in the selection of texts. What next? English Literature is a secure foundation for a breadth of future education and a wide range of career choices. Journalism, HR, Research, Professional Librarian, Publishing, Writing, Social Work Script Writing, Teaching, Law, Management of People, Performing Arts…The list is endless. Further Information: If you need any further information about studying English Literature, please contact Dr Wain-Reid lwain-reid@bluecoat.uk.com or Ms C Pearce cpearce@bluecoat.uk.com
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
i GCSE / GCSE / BTEC / Cambridge National qualifications | 5 i gcse / gcse / btec / cambridge national qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
English Language | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
Mathematics | Grade 4 in Mathematics | — |
English Literature | Grade 5 in English Literature | — |
As published by the school
5 x grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths. Grade 5 in English Language and English Literature.
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Assessment
Students need to be focused and autonomous, be able to discuss issues and concepts within facilitated sessions. The A Level consists of two exams worth 40% each and two pieces of NEA (coursework) 20% • Paper 1 Literary Genres 2 hours 30 minutes Closed Book (3 texts) • Paper 2 Texts and Genres 3 hours Open Book (3 texts & unseen passage) Formative assessments throughout the year will involve written and spoken tasks.
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