English Language and Literature
King Edward VI Five Ways School - Birmingham
01214753535
Scotland Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, B32 4BT
Course summary

The English qualifications as a whole develop reading, writing, creativity, group work, individual research, oral skills, and conceptual and aesthetic discussion. English qualifications are useful for careers in the arts, media and journalism, teaching, law, and personnel functions. They also complement other subjects well where a balanced portfolio of personal skills and academic skills are required, for example, medicine, business, and languages.

Entry requirements

GCSE level or higher, level 7 or above (or equivalent), for GCSE. A second English qualification from this list at level 7 or above (or equivalent), is also useful.

How you'll be assessed

Component 1: a study of Non-fiction and spoken texts with Anthology from EMC, with the key focus being a comparison of texts across time and contexts. Assessment is by examination. Component 2: The Language of Poetry and Plays using analytical and stylistic approaches. Assessment is by examination. Component 3: Exploring the nature of narrative through prose study. Creative writing and commentary skills are required. Assessment is by examination. Component 4: Independent Study. Analysis of a set text via essay response and creation of original writing (1000-1200 words).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressScotland Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, B32 4BT