Year 1 This two-year course is designed to ensure breadth and depth. Students will be introduced to many aspects of linguistics; they will increase their knowledge and understanding of grammar; and they will develop their literary appreciation. Students will come to understand how texts are shaped and how they are products of the society in which they were written. We will study a wide range of examples of non-literary and digital texts from the 20th and 21st century. The anthology contains a variety of different forms, such as interviews, broadcasts, podcasts, blogs, screenplays and travelogues. In addition, we will study 2 prose fiction texts from a chosen theme (Wuthering Heights and The Bloody Chamber – theme of ‘Encounters’). We will study a drama text (All my Sons) considering the playwright’s use of linguistic and literary features and relevant contextual factors. Students will develop their understanding of how writers and speakers shape and craft language to create a sense of voice in their work and how they communicate ideas or issues. Assessment is by internal examination at the end of the year. Year 2 Students will continue to study a wide range of examples of literary, non-literary and digital texts from the 20th and 21st century and, now, further explore connections between texts, informed by linguistic and literary concepts. Students will explore and evaluate the ways different writers convey similar themes and issues in different texts. The coursework component is designed to allow students to demonstrate their skills as writers, drafting their own original texts for different audiences and purposes. Students will explore the various forms of writing and the ways different writers use linguistic and literary techniques in texts. Assessment is by examination (80%) and coursework (20%).
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Pelham Road, Gravesend, DA11 0JE |
Year 1 This two-year course is designed to ensure breadth and depth. Students will be introduced to many aspects of linguistics; they will increase their knowledge and understanding of grammar; and they will develop their literary appreciation. Students will come to understand how texts are shaped and how they are products of the society in which they were written. We will study a wide range of examples of non-literary and digital texts from the 20th and 21st century. The anthology contains a variety of different forms, such as interviews, broadcasts, podcasts, blogs, screenplays and travelogues. In addition, we will study 2 prose fiction texts from a chosen theme (Wuthering Heights and The Bloody Chamber – theme of ‘Encounters’). We will study a drama text (All my Sons) considering the playwright’s use of linguistic and literary features and relevant contextual factors. Students will develop their understanding of how writers and speakers shape and craft language to create a sense of voice in their work and how they communicate ideas or issues. Assessment is by internal examination at the end of the year. Year 2 Students will continue to study a wide range of examples of literary, non-literary and digital texts from the 20th and 21st century and, now, further explore connections between texts, informed by linguistic and literary concepts. Students will explore and evaluate the ways different writers convey similar themes and issues in different texts. The coursework component is designed to allow students to demonstrate their skills as writers, drafting their own original texts for different audiences and purposes. Students will explore the various forms of writing and the ways different writers use linguistic and literary techniques in texts. Assessment is by examination (80%) and coursework (20%).