Course information
English Language and Literature
Loreto College - Manchester
01612265156
Chichester Road, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5PB
Course summary

A Level English Language and Literature offers the chance to study a wide range of texts, both literature and journalism, and produce creative writing. You will study A Streetcar Named Desire (Tennessee Williams), The Great Gatsby (F Scott Fitzgerald), and The Whitsun Weddings (Philip Larkin). You will also study an anthology of non-fiction texts which includes newspaper articles and opinion columns, famous speeches, and transcripts of TV interviews e.g. one with former President Obama. In the coursework component, you will write a piece of fiction and non-fiction e.g. a dystopian short story and an article on a subject of your choice. You also write an analytical commentary on your work. During the course, you will develop your analytical and creative skills. You will become an expert in understanding a writer’s voice and style of writing. Essay writing and creative writing skills will be developed to a high level.

Entry requirements

6 GCSEs between 9 to 4 (A*-C) for including 2 of English, Maths or Science. 2 should be at least grade 6 (B). grade 9-5 in GCSE English is highly recommended.

How you'll be assessed

Component 1: (40% of a level) You will study an anthology of non-fiction texts and the play A Streetcar Named Desire. Component 2: (40% of a level) You will study Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Philip Larkin’s poetry, and unseen texts. Component 3: (20% of a level) You will produce two creative writing pieces: one fiction and one nonfiction and write an analytical commentary.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityManchester
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressChichester Road, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5PB