A Level English Literature
Clitheroe Royal Grammar School - Lancashire
01200 423118
York Street, Clitheroe, BB7 2DJ
Course summary

Stories are at the heart and soul of society. Through literature, we learn how to make society more equitable, fair and just. A Level English Literature will develop your interest in, and enjoyment of literary study through reading texts critically and analytically. The study of English literature will offer you the opportunity to develop your essay and argument writing skills. You will build on your ability to debate with others logically and eloquently, as well as learn how to work through the intricacies of texts independently and with others. If you enjoy reading, watching plays or films which seek to change a person’s world view, or love to explore poetry, this subject will further expand your skillset. You will become conversant with seeing the world through different critical viewpoints and understand the craft of the writer.

Entry requirements

You should have GCSE English Literature and English Language at Grade 5 or above. For any English A Level, a love of writing and a commitment to undertaking extensive, independent and challenging reading is imperative. Students are required to meet the General Entry Requirement of a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 6 with at least GCSE grade 4 in English Language and Maths.

How you'll be assessed

Literature 1B – Aspects of Comedy 2hrs 30 mins, closed book, 40% of A Level Section A: Analysis an extract from Twelth Night, making links across the play Section B: Analytical question on Twelfth Night (usually based on a theme, an aspect of comedy or character) Section C: An essay linking Emma and The Importance of Being Earnest through comedy Literature 2A – Elements of Crime Writing 3 hours, open book, 40% of A Level Section A: one compulsory question on an unseen passage Sections B and C are essay questions on (1) The Rime of the Ancient Mariner, Coleridge (2) Post-2000 Prose: Atonement, McEwan and (3) Brighton Rock, Greene Non-Exam Assessment: Two 1250-1500 word essays, 20% of A Level Analytical essays on (1) novel and (2) a collection of poetry, linked to Marxism, Feminism or Post Colonial theory

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityLancashire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressYork Street, Clitheroe, BB7 2DJ