Understanding complex ideas, and communicating your arguments precisely, are vital skills in all areas of life. English Literature, a highly regarded Russell Group ‘facilitating’ subject, allows you to develop these skills to a high standard. Studying literature gives you close linguistic awareness and development of logic, together with knowledge and pleasure gained from studying “the best that has been thought and said” in English. Poetry, drama and prose texts are studied with equal weighting and students are encouraged to make cross-genre comparisons. The texts are complex, profound, beautiful, at times shocking and sometimes very funny. You will also be able to pursue your personal literary interests through your coursework. At Mayfield, we have extra-curricular reading groups that introduce students to an even wider range of British and world literature. These are particularly useful for students who will take up this subject at degree level.
At least grade 6 in both GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature or equivalent qualification, and a strong interest in reading widely and independently.
80% of the course is assessed in terminal exams, with 20% assessed through two independent coursework essays. Examinations on set texts are closed book; some involve analysis of unseen fiction excerpts.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day: £25,905 - £27,300; Boarding: £42,300 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | The Old Palace, High Street, Mayfield, TN20 6PH |
Understanding complex ideas, and communicating your arguments precisely, are vital skills in all areas of life. English Literature, a highly regarded Russell Group ‘facilitating’ subject, allows you to develop these skills to a high standard. Studying literature gives you close linguistic awareness and development of logic, together with knowledge and pleasure gained from studying “the best that has been thought and said” in English. Poetry, drama and prose texts are studied with equal weighting and students are encouraged to make cross-genre comparisons. The texts are complex, profound, beautiful, at times shocking and sometimes very funny. You will also be able to pursue your personal literary interests through your coursework. At Mayfield, we have extra-curricular reading groups that introduce students to an even wider range of British and world literature. These are particularly useful for students who will take up this subject at degree level.
At least grade 6 in both GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature or equivalent qualification, and a strong interest in reading widely and independently.
80% of the course is assessed in terminal exams, with 20% assessed through two independent coursework essays. Examinations on set texts are closed book; some involve analysis of unseen fiction excerpts.