English Literature
Bluecoat Aspley Academy - Nottingham
01159297445
Aspley Lane, Aspley, Nottingham, NG8 5GY
Course summary

What will be studied? You will be studying a range of Literature texts through the lens of Tragedy. The texts include Shakespeare Plays, Poetry and Prose with the stipulation of pre-1900 and post 2000 will be included in the selection of texts. What next? English Literature is a secure foundation for a breadth of future education and a wide range of career choices. Journalism, HR, Research, Professional Librarian, Publishing, Writing, Social Work Script Writing, Teaching, Law, Management of People, Performing Arts…The list is endless. Further Information: If you need any further information about studying English Literature, please contact Dr Wain-Reid lwain-reid@bluecoat.uk.com or Ms C Pearce cpearce@bluecoat.uk.com

Entry requirements

5 x grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths. Grade 5 in English Language and English Literature.

How you'll be assessed

Students need to be focused and autonomous, be able to discuss issues and concepts within facilitated sessions. The A Level consists of two exams worth 40% each and two pieces of NEA (coursework) 20% • Paper 1 Literary Genres 2 hours 30 minutes Closed Book (3 texts) • Paper 2 Texts and Genres 3 hours Open Book (3 texts & unseen passage) Formative assessments throughout the year will involve written and spoken tasks.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityNottingham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressAspley Lane, Aspley, Nottingham, NG8 5GY