Course information
English Language and Literature
St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College - Wandsworth
02087726000
Malwood Road, London, SW12 8EN
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

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.

How you'll be assessed

This A level will be assessed by two examinations and a coursework folder of investigative and analytical work.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityWandsworth
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressMalwood Road, London, SW12 8EN