English Literature (A Level | Level 3 | Single)

If you love to think, read, discuss and explore complex ideas about the big questions affecting human existence, then English Literature is the perfect course for you. Explore how society and culture have changed, discuss controversial topics, and investigate how writers portray the world we live in.

Complementary courses

• English Language
• Psychology
• Philosophy and Ethics
• History
• Ancient History
• Politics
• Law
• Film Studies
• Drama and Theatre Studies

A Level English Literature will see you study murder and manipulation with Othello, explore the impact of childhood experiences and prejudice in The Color Purple and Hard Times, and see the world through a poet’s eyes. You’re also free to select your own texts to study for coursework. Bring the literature to life with fabulous theatre trips, visits to the Lake District and London, and university workshops with visiting lecturers. English Literature is a highly respected A Level that can be instrumental in helping you gain university places in a variety of subjects.

• Combination of Coursework and Examination

General entry criteria (https://www.franklin.ac.uk/courses/course-entry-requirements) plus GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature at Grade 6.

Possible career paths

• Paralegal
• Journalist
• Media Researcher
• Marketing Executive
• Teacher
• Editor
• PR Officer
• Writer / Copywriter
• Social Media Manager
• Web Content Manager