For starters, it is a highly respected subject - both employers and universities will know what it involves and no-one is going to question its academic merit. The rigour of the English Literature course means that, whilst it is not a soft option, it is very rewarding if you are willing to put in the work. You will develop essay writing skills, begin to interpret and evaluate material, discuss and criticise points of view - all skills that are transferable into many other areas of life. On a less narrowly academic level, English Literature taps into the broader cultural heritage of the country - a familiarity with Literature broadens your understanding of the society that you live in, its history and people. As such, English Literature can enhance your understanding of subjects as diverse as History, Philosophy, Psychology, Law and even the social application of the Sciences. Literature is also enjoyable! If you have any interest in story or narrative, in drama or theatre or poetry, this course allows you to explore those interests more deeply. We can’t promise you will enjoy every text you study - but you will certainly have many opportunities to develop your interest in those that you do. Almost all lessons are discussion based - we want you to become confident in sharing your ideas and in constructively responding to the ideas of others. Some lessons will be teacher-led - at other times students might be asked to lead the discussion. When it comes to coursework (where you can choose your own texts for study) a lot of teaching takes place via one to one discussion. We follow the Edexcel A Level specification and whilst text choices for study may vary from year to year, current and recent selections are shown below. Year One ● A Streetcar Named Desire ● Post-2000 Poetry ● Tess of the D’Urbervilles ● Wuthering Heights Year Two ● Othello, Hamlet or Twelfth Night ● Metaphysical Poetry or Philip Larkin ● Coursework (NEA) (20% of total marks)
Students usually require a minimum of five passes at GCSE grades 9 – 4, including Mathematics and English Language. Students will normally also need to have at least a grade 6 in the subjects they wish to study at A-Level, but each applicant is considered on an individual basis
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Station Road, Market Bosworth, Nuneaton, CV13 0LE |
For starters, it is a highly respected subject - both employers and universities will know what it involves and no-one is going to question its academic merit. The rigour of the English Literature course means that, whilst it is not a soft option, it is very rewarding if you are willing to put in the work. You will develop essay writing skills, begin to interpret and evaluate material, discuss and criticise points of view - all skills that are transferable into many other areas of life. On a less narrowly academic level, English Literature taps into the broader cultural heritage of the country - a familiarity with Literature broadens your understanding of the society that you live in, its history and people. As such, English Literature can enhance your understanding of subjects as diverse as History, Philosophy, Psychology, Law and even the social application of the Sciences. Literature is also enjoyable! If you have any interest in story or narrative, in drama or theatre or poetry, this course allows you to explore those interests more deeply. We can’t promise you will enjoy every text you study - but you will certainly have many opportunities to develop your interest in those that you do. Almost all lessons are discussion based - we want you to become confident in sharing your ideas and in constructively responding to the ideas of others. Some lessons will be teacher-led - at other times students might be asked to lead the discussion. When it comes to coursework (where you can choose your own texts for study) a lot of teaching takes place via one to one discussion. We follow the Edexcel A Level specification and whilst text choices for study may vary from year to year, current and recent selections are shown below. Year One ● A Streetcar Named Desire ● Post-2000 Poetry ● Tess of the D’Urbervilles ● Wuthering Heights Year Two ● Othello, Hamlet or Twelfth Night ● Metaphysical Poetry or Philip Larkin ● Coursework (NEA) (20% of total marks)
Students usually require a minimum of five passes at GCSE grades 9 – 4, including Mathematics and English Language. Students will normally also need to have at least a grade 6 in the subjects they wish to study at A-Level, but each applicant is considered on an individual basis