Course information
English Literature
St Mary's School - Buckinghamshire
01753883370
Packhorse Road, Gerrards Cross, SL9 8JQ
Course summary

Students will, over the course of all the units, study a range of poetry, prose and drama, ensuring a broad coverage and appreciation of the major forms of literature. They will develop the ability to analyse in depth, and be able to interpret in critical and discerning ways, as well as become adept at engaging with multiplicity of meaning. The course is made up of three exam based components - Drama, Prose and Poetry. There is one non-examination assessment which allows students to have a free choice of two texts to study and create a comparative essay on.

Entry requirements

Entry for external candidates at 16+ is conditional upon a candidate achieving a minimum of 5 GCSE grades 9 – 5 (or equivalent), including a minimum Grade 6 in the subjects proposed for study at A Level or can provide evidence that they would succeed in the given subject at A Level standard.

How you'll be assessed

The course is assessed via three examinations (all Open Book) and one non-examination piece of work. Component 1, (30% of the course) lasts 2 hours 15 minutes, Component 2, (20% of the course) lasts for 1 hour and 15 minutes and Component 3, (30% of the course) lasts 2 hours 15 minutes. The non-examination assessment is worth 20% of the course.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityBuckinghamshire
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeGirls
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding FeeUnknown
Sixth Form Fee£10,830 - £22,050
AddressPackhorse Road, Gerrards Cross, SL9 8JQ