English Language and Literature
Course summary
On this course you will read and analyze literary, non-literary and spoken language texts whilst learning to produce writing of a particular style, voice and register. You will examine all three genres (prose, poetry and drama) to consider variations and connections between texts in different forms. Works studied include "The Handmaid's Tale" and "A Streetcar Named Desire". Course Units: Unit 01: Telling Stories Unit 02: Exploring Conflict Unit 03: Making Connections Course Can Lead To: A level English courses form excellent preparation for any one of the wide variety of English courses available in higher education. English literature, in particular, is considered a desirable subject by Russell Group universities. English is useful for career paths including journalism, law, publishing, the civil service, politics and teaching. Course Highlights: - Day trip to Paris. - Opportunity to be published in the college creative writing anthology. - Enter external creative writing competitions.
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 6 gcse qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
English Literature | Grade 5 in English Literature | — |
Mathematics | Grade 4 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
As published by the school
To qualify to study 3 A level/ Applied subjects, you will need to achieve 6 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, preferably including English Language or Maths at grade 4 or above. In addition/ within those 6 GCSEs, for this subject you will need to achieve Grade 5 in English Language and Grade 4 English Literature or Grade 4 in English Language and Grade 5 English Literature.
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Assessment
This A level will be assessed by two examinations and a coursework folder of investigative and analytical work.
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