English Literature

Assessment

Component 1: Drama Written exam - 2 hours 15 minutes Covering a choice of dramatic texts from a distinct period of time, from the genres of either tragedy or comedy. Component 2: Prose Written exam - 1 hour Covering two texts from a chosen theme; for example, childhood. Component 3: Poetry Written exam - 2 hours 15 minutes Covering a selection of poetry from either a distinct period of time, or a named poet e.g. Christina Rossetti. Coursework Internally assessed work in which you have free choice of two texts to study and compare. You will produce one extended comparative essay.