English Literature

Course summary

On this English course you will learn to analyze, compare and understand a variety of literary texts from all genres: poetry, drama and prose. A wide range of literary eras are represented on the course, which focuses on a balance of modern and classic texts. Students study canonical works such as Hamlet and A Doll's House along with lesser-known texts from Africa and America. Course Units: Unit 01: Drama and Poetry pre-1900 Unit 02: Comparative and Contextual Study Unit 03: Literature Post-1900 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 ‘facilitating subject’ by Russell Group universities. English is useful for career paths including journalism, law, publishing, the civil service, politics and teaching. Course Highlights: - Frequent theatre trips to see modern productions of set texts and in-college workshops with theatre critic from The Times and visiting poets. - Opportunity to be published in the college creative writing anthology