A Level English Literature
St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College - Wigan
01942214797
Gathurst Road, Orrell, Wigan, WN5 0LJ
Course summary

You will study a range of literary texts including poetry, prose and drama, with the addition of independent wider reading. You will analyse how texts relate to one another and certain literary traditions, plus how texts are interpreted by different readers, including during different time periods. To get the most out of your course, you should be an enthusiastic reader and be prepared for extensive reading, including reading around the subject to inform your interpretation of texts. You should be willing to justify your ideas during class discussions and in written essays, and enjoy working both independently and in a group.

Entry requirements

College entry to include a grade 5 in GCSE English Language and a grade 5 in GCSE English Literature, (please refer to the Entry Requirements section for further details).

How you'll be assessed

You will be assessed through external examinations and coursework.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityWigan
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressGathurst Road, Orrell, Wigan, WN5 0LJ