Studying A Level English Literature will encourage you to develop your interest and enjoyment of the written word. You will gain an understanding of the traditions of literature, make informed opinions and judgements on literary texts and develop your knowledge of cultural and historical influences on text. By reading widely, and critically, across centuries, gender and genre, you will develop as an independent reader and critic. You will be taught to critically analyse a text according to its historical and cultural period and, as well as enjoying great works, you’ll develop keen powers of analysis and an understanding of literature in all its forms. Key objectives • Build on the skills and knowledge you have already gained at GCSE. • Critically read, analyse and enjoy a wide variety of different texts. • Develop your written communication skills to a high level. The texts covered include: • ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ by Tennessee Williams • ‘The Help’ by Kathryn Stockett • ‘New Selected Poems’ by Seamus Heaney • ‘The Taming of the Shrew’ by William Shakespeare • ‘The Awakening’ by Kate Chopin • A post-1900 poetry collection You will also analyse unseen texts of different genres. In the coursework option you will be able to study a choice of texts.
You will need 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including: • English Language (Grade 4) • English Literature (Grade 4) • Plus, two other GCSEs at grade 4. If you have only studied language not literature, you will need to discuss this with the subject teacher.
This course is assessed primarily by two examinations scheduled for May/June at the end of the second year with some additional coursework assessment. The variety of assessment styles used such as passage-based questions, unseen material, single text questions and open book approaches, allow students to develop a wide range of skills. These skills include the ability to read critically, analyse, evaluate and undertake independent research which are valuable for both further study and future employment. The majority of questions are open book, which means you can have a copy of the texts in the exam! There are only 2 exams and a coursework element worth 20%. This coursework provides opportunities for students to pursue their own areas of interest and develop personal and independent learning skills.
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| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Derby Road, Mansfield, NG18 5BH |
Studying A Level English Literature will encourage you to develop your interest and enjoyment of the written word. You will gain an understanding of the traditions of literature, make informed opinions and judgements on literary texts and develop your knowledge of cultural and historical influences on text. By reading widely, and critically, across centuries, gender and genre, you will develop as an independent reader and critic. You will be taught to critically analyse a text according to its historical and cultural period and, as well as enjoying great works, you’ll develop keen powers of analysis and an understanding of literature in all its forms. Key objectives • Build on the skills and knowledge you have already gained at GCSE. • Critically read, analyse and enjoy a wide variety of different texts. • Develop your written communication skills to a high level. The texts covered include: • ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ by Tennessee Williams • ‘The Help’ by Kathryn Stockett • ‘New Selected Poems’ by Seamus Heaney • ‘The Taming of the Shrew’ by William Shakespeare • ‘The Awakening’ by Kate Chopin • A post-1900 poetry collection You will also analyse unseen texts of different genres. In the coursework option you will be able to study a choice of texts.
You will need 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including: • English Language (Grade 4) • English Literature (Grade 4) • Plus, two other GCSEs at grade 4. If you have only studied language not literature, you will need to discuss this with the subject teacher.
This course is assessed primarily by two examinations scheduled for May/June at the end of the second year with some additional coursework assessment. The variety of assessment styles used such as passage-based questions, unseen material, single text questions and open book approaches, allow students to develop a wide range of skills. These skills include the ability to read critically, analyse, evaluate and undertake independent research which are valuable for both further study and future employment. The majority of questions are open book, which means you can have a copy of the texts in the exam! There are only 2 exams and a coursework element worth 20%. This coursework provides opportunities for students to pursue their own areas of interest and develop personal and independent learning skills.
