The English Language and Literature Combined Course is designed for those who not only want to carry on with their study of Literature but also want to understand how language affects the way we act and communicate with one another. It is just as academic as English Literature but contains an analytical element about language use that is more high profile than in the English Literature syllabus. Students will delve into the intricacies surrounding the study of linguistics and will learn about the science of language. Year 12 In Year 12, students explore a unit entitled “Telling Stories”. It is split into three parts. Section A – “Remembered Places”, covers an anthology of fiction and non-fiction writing about Paris. Section B – “Imagined Worlds” - comprises one compulsory question on a prose set text, Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Section C – “Poetic Voices” – comprises one compulsory question on a poetry set text comprising a selection of poems by Robert Browning. Year 13 In Year 13, students cover a unit entitled “Exploring Conflict”. This unit is divided into two parts. Section A – “Writing about Society” comprises one piece of re-creative writing using a set text, The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini. A critical commentary is also required. Section B – “Dramatic Encounters” - comprises one question from a choice of two on a drama set text , Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire. Year 13 students will also complete non-examined assessment (NEA) comprising a personal investigation that explores a specific linguistic technique or theme in both literary and non-literary discourse (2,500– 3,000 words). Students will be formally examined on their work over the two years at the end of the whole A Level course in Year 13. SPECIFIC PERSONAL QUALITIES NEEDED FOR THE COURSE It is important to note that the combined Language and Literature course is as demanding, and in some respects more so, than the pure Literature course. Interest in analysis of fiction and non-fiction texts and concern to master critical vocabulary and style of writing (so that quite subtle effects can be described with the greatest possible precision) are crucial. Pleasure in reading both fiction and non-fiction, a inquisitiveness about how language operates and a willingness to read widely and write essays on a regular basis is essential.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Church Road, Wavertree, Liverpool, L15 9EE |
The English Language and Literature Combined Course is designed for those who not only want to carry on with their study of Literature but also want to understand how language affects the way we act and communicate with one another. It is just as academic as English Literature but contains an analytical element about language use that is more high profile than in the English Literature syllabus. Students will delve into the intricacies surrounding the study of linguistics and will learn about the science of language. Year 12 In Year 12, students explore a unit entitled “Telling Stories”. It is split into three parts. Section A – “Remembered Places”, covers an anthology of fiction and non-fiction writing about Paris. Section B – “Imagined Worlds” - comprises one compulsory question on a prose set text, Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Section C – “Poetic Voices” – comprises one compulsory question on a poetry set text comprising a selection of poems by Robert Browning. Year 13 In Year 13, students cover a unit entitled “Exploring Conflict”. This unit is divided into two parts. Section A – “Writing about Society” comprises one piece of re-creative writing using a set text, The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini. A critical commentary is also required. Section B – “Dramatic Encounters” - comprises one question from a choice of two on a drama set text , Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire. Year 13 students will also complete non-examined assessment (NEA) comprising a personal investigation that explores a specific linguistic technique or theme in both literary and non-literary discourse (2,500– 3,000 words). Students will be formally examined on their work over the two years at the end of the whole A Level course in Year 13. SPECIFIC PERSONAL QUALITIES NEEDED FOR THE COURSE It is important to note that the combined Language and Literature course is as demanding, and in some respects more so, than the pure Literature course. Interest in analysis of fiction and non-fiction texts and concern to master critical vocabulary and style of writing (so that quite subtle effects can be described with the greatest possible precision) are crucial. Pleasure in reading both fiction and non-fiction, a inquisitiveness about how language operates and a willingness to read widely and write essays on a regular basis is essential.