Students will develop their linguistic and literary knowledge through the study of a broad range of texts, from different times, including non-fiction spoken and written texts, novels, drama and poetry. They will acquire and develop the analytical tools needed to explore language choices in detail and to become confident and insightful readers. They will go on to explore how linguistic and literary approaches can relate to each other as disciplines and enable increasingly sophisticated interpretations of texts. Students will also have opportunities to develop skills as producers of language and have opportunities for original writing. The study of A-level language and Literature will enable learners to become responsible for their learning, develop confidence in discussing ideas and become more deeply engaged in how language is used by writers and speakers. Students who complete the course will be well prepared for further specialist study in linguistic or literature courses at university, or diverse courses or careers in many fields, for example, journalism, media, business, politics, philosophy, business, education and law. Past students have gone on to study a range of English-based courses at University including Journalism, Creative Writing, American Studies, Teaching and English Literature.
Students should have 5 GCSEs or equivalents at grade 4 or above, including English and Mathematics. Grade 5 in English Language or English Literature.
Component 1 – Exploring Fiction and Non-Fiction Texts 16% Written examination comparing one specified text from the anthology with an unseen text. Component 2 - The Language of Poetry and Plays 32% Written examination. Section A. Essay comparing one specified poetry text with another of the student's choice. Section B. Essay analysing an extract from the play ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’. Component 3 – Reading as a writer, Writing as a reader 32% Choose one of two generic questions on an aspect of the narrative from The Great Gatsby. Final examination. Choice of two-story outlines to develop as the beginning of a narrative. Component 4 – Independent Study- Analysing and Producing Texts 20% Coursework portfolio: Task 1: Analytical and comparative writing Task 2: Original non-fiction writing.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Notley Road, Braintree, CM7 1WY |
Students will develop their linguistic and literary knowledge through the study of a broad range of texts, from different times, including non-fiction spoken and written texts, novels, drama and poetry. They will acquire and develop the analytical tools needed to explore language choices in detail and to become confident and insightful readers. They will go on to explore how linguistic and literary approaches can relate to each other as disciplines and enable increasingly sophisticated interpretations of texts. Students will also have opportunities to develop skills as producers of language and have opportunities for original writing. The study of A-level language and Literature will enable learners to become responsible for their learning, develop confidence in discussing ideas and become more deeply engaged in how language is used by writers and speakers. Students who complete the course will be well prepared for further specialist study in linguistic or literature courses at university, or diverse courses or careers in many fields, for example, journalism, media, business, politics, philosophy, business, education and law. Past students have gone on to study a range of English-based courses at University including Journalism, Creative Writing, American Studies, Teaching and English Literature.
Students should have 5 GCSEs or equivalents at grade 4 or above, including English and Mathematics. Grade 5 in English Language or English Literature.
Component 1 – Exploring Fiction and Non-Fiction Texts 16% Written examination comparing one specified text from the anthology with an unseen text. Component 2 - The Language of Poetry and Plays 32% Written examination. Section A. Essay comparing one specified poetry text with another of the student's choice. Section B. Essay analysing an extract from the play ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’. Component 3 – Reading as a writer, Writing as a reader 32% Choose one of two generic questions on an aspect of the narrative from The Great Gatsby. Final examination. Choice of two-story outlines to develop as the beginning of a narrative. Component 4 – Independent Study- Analysing and Producing Texts 20% Coursework portfolio: Task 1: Analytical and comparative writing Task 2: Original non-fiction writing.