Course outline A level English language and literature is a course which, as you would expect, combines aspects of linguistic study with the analysis of literary and non-literary texts. The range of texts is wide—covering poetry, prose and drama—in addition to an anthology of non-literary texts which include spoken and multi-modal texts such as video advertisements. There is the opportunity to write creatively and in year 13 students work on a piece of coursework looking at a literary and non-literary text and investigating how a common aspect is represented in both. This can be wide ranging: previous topics have included looking at the representation of women in a literary text and song lyrics; the representation of soldiers in war poetry and war reports or propaganda posters; or how theories such as face theory or accommodation theories affect communication. In addition to the coursework there are 2 written exams. Current literature texts being studied include: The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, poetry by Carol-Ann Duffy, The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald and Arthur Miller’s All My Sons. Lesson structure and expectations Most lessons will be seminar style, with lots of group discussion, and close study of the texts. You will approach texts from both a literary and linguistic point of view. You will be asked to work in groups, prepare presentations and carry out independent work. Course requirements A grade 5 in both English language and English literature. Next steps This course will equip you with analytical, creative and independent skills valued in a range of different careers, showing your ability to produce and interpret a range of language and literature texts. English Language and Literature A-level provides a good background for courses or careers in linguistics, languages, humanities, law, advertising, media and the arts. In previous years students have gone on to a range of courses from Linguistics at Oxford University to Law, Sports and Broadcast Journalism, Sociology, Education Studies, English and Media related degrees.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Flitwick Road, Ampthill, Bedford, MK45 2NU |
Course outline A level English language and literature is a course which, as you would expect, combines aspects of linguistic study with the analysis of literary and non-literary texts. The range of texts is wide—covering poetry, prose and drama—in addition to an anthology of non-literary texts which include spoken and multi-modal texts such as video advertisements. There is the opportunity to write creatively and in year 13 students work on a piece of coursework looking at a literary and non-literary text and investigating how a common aspect is represented in both. This can be wide ranging: previous topics have included looking at the representation of women in a literary text and song lyrics; the representation of soldiers in war poetry and war reports or propaganda posters; or how theories such as face theory or accommodation theories affect communication. In addition to the coursework there are 2 written exams. Current literature texts being studied include: The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, poetry by Carol-Ann Duffy, The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald and Arthur Miller’s All My Sons. Lesson structure and expectations Most lessons will be seminar style, with lots of group discussion, and close study of the texts. You will approach texts from both a literary and linguistic point of view. You will be asked to work in groups, prepare presentations and carry out independent work. Course requirements A grade 5 in both English language and English literature. Next steps This course will equip you with analytical, creative and independent skills valued in a range of different careers, showing your ability to produce and interpret a range of language and literature texts. English Language and Literature A-level provides a good background for courses or careers in linguistics, languages, humanities, law, advertising, media and the arts. In previous years students have gone on to a range of courses from Linguistics at Oxford University to Law, Sports and Broadcast Journalism, Sociology, Education Studies, English and Media related degrees.