A Level English Literature

If you love reading and are keen to explore new texts thisis the course for you. Develop an in-depth knowledge of a range of classic andcontemporary literary texts by bringing them to life in the social, politicaland historical context in which they were created. Explore Drama and Poetry pre
1900 (“Hamlet”, “The Duchess of Malfi” and “Paradise Lost”) and Dystopian Literature (“1984” and “The Handmaid’s Tale”) and completean assessment on a contemporary piece of literature of your choice. Perfectyour transferable skills with critical thinking, sourcing and referencing,evaluating and reasoning, debating and comparison.

5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above which includes English Language and Mathematics and a Grade 6 in English Literature

Think about studying alongside:
Ancient History | Art, Craft and Design | Graphic Communication | Textile Design | Classical Civilisation | Drama with Theatre Studies | English Language | Film Studies | French | History | Law | Media Studies | Politics | Psychology | Sociology | Spanish

You will be assessed through external examinations (80%) and coursework (20%).

Journalist, Editor, Author, Copywriter, Speech and Language Therapy, Creative Writing, Public Relations Executive, Marketing, Teacher.

As part of a residential trip to London you will have the opportunity to attend workshops at The British Library and the Globe Theatre,as well as other galleries and museums. To support your study of the American Literature module, there is the chance to join a six-day trip to New York to visitareas of historical and literary significance!