Why study English Literature? Because all human experience is here! Studying English Literature pushes you to ask the big questions about the world and challenges you to think for yourself. It is an enjoyable and thought-provoking subject for students who enjoy reading, talking, and writing about a variety of texts, ranging from some of the earliest writers in the English canon, to contemporary texts written in the last few years. Teachers choose to teach poems, plays and novels that they are passionate about and there is also the opportunity for students to choose their own texts for independent study. The course will appeal to those who enjoy expressing their own opinions and developing independent ideas. As well as for students who are already committed to the study of English at university, it is also an ideal choice for pupils who want to keep their options open for further study, being widely recognised as an academic and highly respected subject. Our A Level English Literature students in the last few years have gone on to further study in: English Literature, Law, History, Music, Medicine, Animation, Agricultural Studies, Art, Linguistics, Philosophy, French and more besides. We have a very successful Oxbridge programme, with over seven successful applications in the last few years. Features of the course: Lessons tend to be largely discussion based, as this is a subject that thrives on lively debate and a willingness to defend and challenge ideas. Outside of lessons, work tends to focus on independent reading and essay writing. The English department organises frequent theatre trips to complement the works being studied. The ability to read critically and discerningly, to produce accurate, persuasive writing and to have confidence in one’s own judgements are clearly invaluable skills. Text choices change depending on the make-up of the classes, the combined interests of the two teachers delivering the course and what we can see on stage can often determine our drama choice. Our current Year 12 are studying: Dr Faustus and Measure For Measure; Atonement and Hard Times; twenty-first century poetry and Victorian poetry.
You must meet the following: 6 in GCSE English Literature and Grade 6 in GCSE English Language
1 x 2 hour 15 minutes open book examination (30%) 1 x 1 hour 15 minutes open book examination (20%) 1 x 2 hour 15 minutes open book examination (30%) 1 x 2500 - 3500 words coursework (20%)
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Ullswater Road, Penrith, CA11 7EG |
Why study English Literature? Because all human experience is here! Studying English Literature pushes you to ask the big questions about the world and challenges you to think for yourself. It is an enjoyable and thought-provoking subject for students who enjoy reading, talking, and writing about a variety of texts, ranging from some of the earliest writers in the English canon, to contemporary texts written in the last few years. Teachers choose to teach poems, plays and novels that they are passionate about and there is also the opportunity for students to choose their own texts for independent study. The course will appeal to those who enjoy expressing their own opinions and developing independent ideas. As well as for students who are already committed to the study of English at university, it is also an ideal choice for pupils who want to keep their options open for further study, being widely recognised as an academic and highly respected subject. Our A Level English Literature students in the last few years have gone on to further study in: English Literature, Law, History, Music, Medicine, Animation, Agricultural Studies, Art, Linguistics, Philosophy, French and more besides. We have a very successful Oxbridge programme, with over seven successful applications in the last few years. Features of the course: Lessons tend to be largely discussion based, as this is a subject that thrives on lively debate and a willingness to defend and challenge ideas. Outside of lessons, work tends to focus on independent reading and essay writing. The English department organises frequent theatre trips to complement the works being studied. The ability to read critically and discerningly, to produce accurate, persuasive writing and to have confidence in one’s own judgements are clearly invaluable skills. Text choices change depending on the make-up of the classes, the combined interests of the two teachers delivering the course and what we can see on stage can often determine our drama choice. Our current Year 12 are studying: Dr Faustus and Measure For Measure; Atonement and Hard Times; twenty-first century poetry and Victorian poetry.
You must meet the following: 6 in GCSE English Literature and Grade 6 in GCSE English Language
1 x 2 hour 15 minutes open book examination (30%) 1 x 1 hour 15 minutes open book examination (20%) 1 x 2 hour 15 minutes open book examination (30%) 1 x 2500 - 3500 words coursework (20%)
