English Literature

Assessment

At the end of the course three components make up the A Level: • COMPONENT 1 Shakespeare, Drama and Poetry pre 1900 – 40% • COMPONENT 2 Close Reading in a chosen topic area and comparative and contextual study. (We have chosen Women in Literature as our topic area) 40% • COMPONENT 3 Coursework – close reading and comparative study (A Streetcar Named Desire with a modern novel of your choice). 20%