English Literature
Dormers Wells High School - Ealing
02085666446
Dormers Wells Lane, Southall, UB1 3HZ
Course summary

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.

Entry requirements

Grade 5 in GCSE English and a minimum of grade 4 in GCSE Maths. Three further 9-4 GCSE passes are also required.

How you'll be assessed

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.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityEaling
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressDormers Wells Lane, Southall, UB1 3HZ