English Literature

Course summary

Our A level English Literature course aims to develop skills of literary analysis through creative engagement with a range of prose, poetry and drama texts. At the same time students will gain a deeper understanding of the heritage and changing traditions of literature in English. English combines well with many other subjects. History, RE and Modern Foreign languages are particularly suitable, but it can also be a helpful contrast to scientific, technological and mathematical based subjects. The English literature qualification prepares you for a diverse range of careers as the training in analytical skills and discussion is widely seen as excellent preparation for many careers.