A Level English Literature

A-level English Literature students explore canonical and modern works, including Shakespeare’s Othello and a range of drama, poetry and prose texts. The subject allows students to develop their love of reading, engage with established critics and sharpen critical perspectives on literary concerns. Students will consider the interplay between text and context, and will learn to express themselves logically and coherently in their analysis. Through their coursework, students will learn to progress their thinking skills, write academically and produce an essay based on their own independent critical study.

Full details of the course, its aims and objectives and methods of assessment can be accessed via:

English Literature A AS and A-level Specification Specifications for first teaching in 2015 (aqa.org.uk)

Two exams and coursework.

Paper 1—3 hours – Love Through the Ages—Shakespeare play, poetry and prose (40%)

Paper 2 – 2hrs 30mins —Modern Times—modern poetry, prose and drama (40%)

Coursework—Non-Exam Assessment on a choice of texts, 2500 words (20%)

Our entry requirements are as follows:

• 5 x GCSEs at minimum Grade 4

• GCSE Grade 4 in English and Mathematics

• GCSE Grade 5 in an academically relevant qualification to the chosen A-level subject

Higher education and career pathways supported by A-level English Literature include:

• Writing

• Journalism

• Teaching

• Human Resources

• Marketing and Public Relations

• Editing