English Literature

Assessment

The specification is a mixture of written exams and coursework. The examination will involve studying the following: Exam: 80% • Exam One: Drama and poetry pre-1900 • Exam Two: Comparative and Contextual Study Course work: 20% • The non-exam assessment component requires candidates to study three texts from across the genres of poetry, drama and prose. • Task one offers a choice between a critical piece or a recreative piece with a commentary and task two is a ‘linked texts’ essay focusing on connections between two texts.