English Literature

Each subject will have its own entry requirements. Please see individual courses for more details.

A level subjects, which subjects are you interested in studying?
Please choose SIX subjects.
For each subject please choose an order of preference. Choose option 1 in the subject which you would most like to study, option 2 in your second subject choice and continue until you have your six subject options.

Optional enrichment courses:
you may choose Mathematical Studies in addition to the A Level subjects you will take in Year 12.

Mathematical Studies is a level 3 maths qualification aimed at students who have a level 4,5 or 6 in maths at GCSE. It is designed to improve students’ mathematical and problem solving skills and to help with the maths in other subjects such as the sciences, psychology, geography and economics.

or

The Extended Project Qualification

English Literature
A Level
This challenging course will develop students’ knowledge and understanding of English Literature through the study of poetry, plays and novels from different periods. We expect you to develop analytical skills and hone your ability to formulate and develop cogent arguments. You will also explore how social and cultural influences affect readers and writers.

Why English literature?
English literature can be studied as a single subject at university or combined with English language, linguistics or a wide variety of other subjects. It is a highly respected course which equips students for study in any humanities subject and works well in combination with history, film, philosophy or languages. Students interested in pursuing law or politics find that an A level in English literature provides them with valuable skills. An A level in literature stands you in good stead for life as a reader, a thinker and a human being! What’s expected?
We expect you to be (or want to become) an enthusiastic reader of literature and an active and engaged participant in lessons. In lessons, you will read a wide variety of literature and learn how to analyse and discuss it. You will give presentations, write essays and contribute to lively classroom discussions. Assessment is through a mixture of examination and coursework. English Literature A level provides an excellent foundation for degree level study in almost any field.

A minimum level 5 in GCSE English or English literature.

English qualifications combine with virtually every subject available. They give direct access to many areas of study and a wide variety of occupations such as teaching, the media and the law.