This course encourages students to develop a lifelong appreciation for literature by looking closely at narrative and genre and different critical approaches to texts, providing scope for independent wider reading. Students will explore a range of carefully chosen texts, drawing on the Gothic tradition, Elizabethan and 19th century drama, poetry of the Romantic era and contemporary literature of the 20th-21st century. The coursework component for A-level English Literature allows students considerable freedom in their choice of topic and lends itself to a variety of creative approaches.
Grade 5 in GCSE English and a minimum of grade 4 in GCSE Maths. Three further 9-4 GCSE passes are also required.
Component 1: 40% Shakespeare & Drama and Poetry pre-1900 Component 2: 40% Close reading in chosen topic area with a comparative and contextual study from chosen topic area. Component 3: 20% Close reading OR re-creative writing piece with commentary and a comparative essay.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Ealing |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Dormers Wells Lane, Southall, UB1 3HZ |
This course encourages students to develop a lifelong appreciation for literature by looking closely at narrative and genre and different critical approaches to texts, providing scope for independent wider reading. Students will explore a range of carefully chosen texts, drawing on the Gothic tradition, Elizabethan and 19th century drama, poetry of the Romantic era and contemporary literature of the 20th-21st century. The coursework component for A-level English Literature allows students considerable freedom in their choice of topic and lends itself to a variety of creative approaches.
Grade 5 in GCSE English and a minimum of grade 4 in GCSE Maths. Three further 9-4 GCSE passes are also required.
Component 1: 40% Shakespeare & Drama and Poetry pre-1900 Component 2: 40% Close reading in chosen topic area with a comparative and contextual study from chosen topic area. Component 3: 20% Close reading OR re-creative writing piece with commentary and a comparative essay.