Course information
English Literature
Bluecoat Aspley Academy - Nottingham
01159297445
Aspley Lane, Aspley, Nottingham, NG8 5GY
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

5 x grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths. Grade 5 in English Language and English Literature.

How you'll be assessed

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.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityNottingham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressAspley Lane, Aspley, Nottingham, NG8 5GY