Life informs literature and we very much believe that this is a two-way process: literature also informs life. If you want to stretch your mind and learn how to tackle life’s complexities from a range of different perspectives, then English is the subject for you. Embracing an open-minded approach to multiple interpretations yet finding the confidence to shape your own individual critical voice is key to A-level English. As in literature study as in life. This course is expansive in its vision but intense in its engagement so literature is not just searching for meaning. You will learn to detect the socio-historical factors that shape our literature and see how such contextual influences change over time and space. Not only that but you find the chance to luxuriate in in the wealth of the collective literary imagination and its glorious language!
You will need at least a B grade or Level 6 in English Language and English Literature in order to feel confident about tackling the demands of the subject at this level. You should be prepared to read widely for pleasure; you will be asked to keep a personal reading record during the course. You should be willing to support literary events held after school, such as the Literature Society and the peripeteia online forum which run a wide range of activities and you will also have the opportunity to attend theatre visits and creative writing workshops.
Topics: Shakespeare and Poetry Pre 1900 Literature post 1900 Close reading in a topic area Comparative and contextual study American Literature; The Gothic; Dystopia; Women in Literature; The Immigrant Experience Critical or Re-creative work Comparative Essay Two 2 hour 30 minute written examinations plus coursework component
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £30,717 - £42,987 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £9,942 - £26,277 |
| Address | 15 The Liberty, Wells, BA5 2ST |
Life informs literature and we very much believe that this is a two-way process: literature also informs life. If you want to stretch your mind and learn how to tackle life’s complexities from a range of different perspectives, then English is the subject for you. Embracing an open-minded approach to multiple interpretations yet finding the confidence to shape your own individual critical voice is key to A-level English. As in literature study as in life. This course is expansive in its vision but intense in its engagement so literature is not just searching for meaning. You will learn to detect the socio-historical factors that shape our literature and see how such contextual influences change over time and space. Not only that but you find the chance to luxuriate in in the wealth of the collective literary imagination and its glorious language!
You will need at least a B grade or Level 6 in English Language and English Literature in order to feel confident about tackling the demands of the subject at this level. You should be prepared to read widely for pleasure; you will be asked to keep a personal reading record during the course. You should be willing to support literary events held after school, such as the Literature Society and the peripeteia online forum which run a wide range of activities and you will also have the opportunity to attend theatre visits and creative writing workshops.
Topics: Shakespeare and Poetry Pre 1900 Literature post 1900 Close reading in a topic area Comparative and contextual study American Literature; The Gothic; Dystopia; Women in Literature; The Immigrant Experience Critical or Re-creative work Comparative Essay Two 2 hour 30 minute written examinations plus coursework component