Advanced study of English Literature gives you the opportunity to read, study and share your opinions and enjoyment of not only the great works of the past but also novels, plays and poems which are being written right now, both tear-jerkers and side-splitters!
In practice, we look at each pupil as an individual to see how they conform to our principles and we usually expect that they will have achieved at least 5 GCSEs/IGCSEs at grade 5 or above with ideally grade 6 or above in the subjects they wish to study at A-Level. However, some of the subjects you are interested in may not have been taught at GCSE, so it is impossible to specify exact entry requirements for all of our A-Level subjects. We will consider equivalent qualifications gained from other educational systems. Our philosophy for learning is designed to challenge all students in learning and thinking and to encourage and develop a resilient mindset.
Component 1 – Drama 30% • One Shakespeare play and one other drama text • Written examination, open book, lasting 2 hours 15 minutes • Students answer one essay question on Shakespeare incorporating ideas from wider critical reading and one essay question on the other text Component 2 – Prose 20% • Two prose texts from a chosen theme; at least one text should date from pre-1900 • Written examination, open book, lasting 1 hour 15 minutes • Students answer one comparative essay question Component 3 – Poetry 30% • Poetic form, meaning and language, together with a selection of 21st century poetry, and poetry from a second period or a named poet • Written examination, open book, lasting 2 hours 15 minutes • Students compare an unseen poem with a studied 21st century poem as well as answering one essay question on their literary period/poet Component 4 – Coursework 20% • Two texts for study will be chosen by the teacher to suit the group • Students write one essay of 2500-3000 words comparing their texts
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £12,435 - £18,525 |
| Address | Radley Road, Abingdon, OX14 3PS |
Advanced study of English Literature gives you the opportunity to read, study and share your opinions and enjoyment of not only the great works of the past but also novels, plays and poems which are being written right now, both tear-jerkers and side-splitters!
In practice, we look at each pupil as an individual to see how they conform to our principles and we usually expect that they will have achieved at least 5 GCSEs/IGCSEs at grade 5 or above with ideally grade 6 or above in the subjects they wish to study at A-Level. However, some of the subjects you are interested in may not have been taught at GCSE, so it is impossible to specify exact entry requirements for all of our A-Level subjects. We will consider equivalent qualifications gained from other educational systems. Our philosophy for learning is designed to challenge all students in learning and thinking and to encourage and develop a resilient mindset.
Component 1 – Drama 30% • One Shakespeare play and one other drama text • Written examination, open book, lasting 2 hours 15 minutes • Students answer one essay question on Shakespeare incorporating ideas from wider critical reading and one essay question on the other text Component 2 – Prose 20% • Two prose texts from a chosen theme; at least one text should date from pre-1900 • Written examination, open book, lasting 1 hour 15 minutes • Students answer one comparative essay question Component 3 – Poetry 30% • Poetic form, meaning and language, together with a selection of 21st century poetry, and poetry from a second period or a named poet • Written examination, open book, lasting 2 hours 15 minutes • Students compare an unseen poem with a studied 21st century poem as well as answering one essay question on their literary period/poet Component 4 – Coursework 20% • Two texts for study will be chosen by the teacher to suit the group • Students write one essay of 2500-3000 words comparing their texts