The A-level Literature course allows students to develop a wide range of skills, such as the ability to read critically, analyze, evaluate and undertake independent research which is valuable for both further study and future employment. Students will experience a range of genres and gain a critical appreciation of several writers and texts. The A-level course in Literature offers a range of assessment styles such as passage-based questions, unseen material, single-text questions, multiple-text questions, open- and closed-book approaches. Further Information The major strength of all English Literature graduates is the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Studying an English Literature A-level also develops skills in: ● Independent working; ● Time management and organization; ● Planning and researching written work; ● Articulating knowledge and understanding of texts, concepts and theories; ● leading and participating in discussions; ● Negotiation and teamwork to present ideas and information; ● Effectively conveying arguments and opinions and thinking creatively; ● Sing your judgment to weigh up alternative perspectives; ● Critical reasoning and analysis
GCSE English Language at 4 or above with 4 other GCSEs or equivalent at 4 or above.
Year 12 and 13 Units: Aspects of tragedy Study of three texts: one Shakespeare text; a second drama text and one further text, of which one must be written pre-1900. Elements of crime writing Study of three texts: one post-2000 prose text; one poetry and one further text, one of which must be written pre-1900. Critical Thinking Study of two texts: one poetry and one prose text, informed by the study of the Critical Anthology. · 2 written exams: 2 hours 30 minutes/3 hours · Coursework. · 1 closed book/1 open book. · Two essays of 1250 -1500 words.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Old Durham Road, Beacon Lough, Gateshead, NE9 6RZ |
The A-level Literature course allows students to develop a wide range of skills, such as the ability to read critically, analyze, evaluate and undertake independent research which is valuable for both further study and future employment. Students will experience a range of genres and gain a critical appreciation of several writers and texts. The A-level course in Literature offers a range of assessment styles such as passage-based questions, unseen material, single-text questions, multiple-text questions, open- and closed-book approaches. Further Information The major strength of all English Literature graduates is the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Studying an English Literature A-level also develops skills in: ● Independent working; ● Time management and organization; ● Planning and researching written work; ● Articulating knowledge and understanding of texts, concepts and theories; ● leading and participating in discussions; ● Negotiation and teamwork to present ideas and information; ● Effectively conveying arguments and opinions and thinking creatively; ● Sing your judgment to weigh up alternative perspectives; ● Critical reasoning and analysis
GCSE English Language at 4 or above with 4 other GCSEs or equivalent at 4 or above.
Year 12 and 13 Units: Aspects of tragedy Study of three texts: one Shakespeare text; a second drama text and one further text, of which one must be written pre-1900. Elements of crime writing Study of three texts: one post-2000 prose text; one poetry and one further text, one of which must be written pre-1900. Critical Thinking Study of two texts: one poetry and one prose text, informed by the study of the Critical Anthology. · 2 written exams: 2 hours 30 minutes/3 hours · Coursework. · 1 closed book/1 open book. · Two essays of 1250 -1500 words.