This A Level Course will explore the use of literary and dramatic devices and the shaping of meaning in the poetry, plays and prose that they study. Students are also taught to consider the significance and influence of contextual factors. The course will teach students to engage and evaluate different critical interpretations of chosen texts. Finally, students will learn how to construct and argue a critical argument in their writing, a skill that will prepare them exceptionally well for undergraduate study. Year 12 • Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire • Prose Comparative Study: Bram Stoker’s Dracula and Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray • Angela Carter’s The Bloody Chamber and Other Stories • Poem of the Decade poetry anthology Year 13 • Shakespeare’s Othello • John Keats’ poetry How will I be taught? Independent study: Students are provided with recommended reading via articles, lectures, podcast and videos which are reflected upon prior to lessons. Students are also expected to read the texts in advance of lesson so that lessons are spent analyzing and evaluating texts. Students are expected to come to lesson having read the prescribed section of the text. Oral work: English Literature study is founded upon the ability to discuss and explore ideas verbally. Classroom discussions often occur with student contributions and interpretations vital to the learning process. Written work: Students produce essays in response to questions in order to refine their ability to construct critical and evaluative arguments. What degree courses does this lead to? Students would be able to study higher education courses such as: English, English Literature, Creative Writing, Journalism, Media, Drama and Theatre Studies, and History. What career opportunities does this open up? Students can progress from English Literature into a wide range of careers directly related to English literature such as Teacher, Editor, Writer or in areas such as Publishing, Journalism, the Media, Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations, Arts Administration, Libraries, National and Local Government and the Civil Service.