English Literature

Course summary

The course offers opportunities to explore texts from Chaucer to the present day. The syllabus encourages literary debate, promotes wider reading and develops skills in responding to a writer’s use of language, form and style. The course emphasises breadth as well as depth, covering key areas of the canon whilst allowing students to develop their own interests in a personal investigation. Assessment covers at least eight texts of poetry, drama and prose and includes Shakespeare and writing pre- and post-1900. It is considered an excellent preparation for university and employment.