English Literature
King's Bruton - Somerset
01749814200
Plox, Bruton, BA10 0ED
Course summary

Explore politics, psychoanalysis, sex, race, drama and tragedy with a respected and prestigious A Level, shed the shackles of GCSE English Language, and specialise in a wonderous world of story, myth and magic. The course comprises of recognised and modern literary greats, alongside new avenues in literary theory and criticism. Unit 1, Literary Genres The study of three texts: William Shakespeare, Othello, William Shakespeare, Richard II, F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby. Unit 2, Texts and Genres The Study of three texts from the Social and Political Protest Genre: Jim Grace, Harvest, Henrik Ibsen, A Doll’s House, Tony Harrison, Selected Poetry. Unit 3, NEA Coursework The study of two texts, one prose and one poetry in relation to a chosen critical perspective.

Entry requirements

King's welcomes applications for admission to the 6th Form. We have a significant post-GCSE entry into our 6th Form and places are offered based on an interview and references from the candidate's current school. Candidates are expected to gain at least a 4/5 or 6 in each subject they hope to study at A Level and overall a minimum of 5 GCSEs with at least 4 GCSEs at Grade 4. Candidates applying to study BTECS will be offered places after interviews with the Deputy Head Academic and the Headmaster.

How you'll be assessed

• Paper 1: Literary Genres (40%) • Paper 2: Texts and Genres (40%) • Coursework: Two essays of 1250–1500 words, each responding to a different text and linking to a different aspect of the critical anthology

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth West
Local AuthoritySomerset
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
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Boarding Fee£38,058
Sixth Form Fee£26,331
AddressPlox, Bruton, BA10 0ED