English Literature

Entry Requirements

Six GCSEs 9-4, two from English, Maths OR Science

Two at least grade 6

Specific requirements for English Literature:

At least a grade 5 in both English Language and English Literature GCSE is highly recommended.

What is English Literature?

A Level English Literature is for students who enjoy reading and discussing novels, poetry and plays. You will study texts from across a wide time period and in many different genres, from Chaucer to the modern day.

Component 1: (30% of A Level)

Poetry Section A: Chaucer’s The Merchant’s Tale
Poetry Section B: The poetry of Philip Larkin and Carol Ann Duffy

Component 2: (30% of A Level)

Drama Section A: Shakespeare.
Drama Section B: A Streetcar Named Desire and The Duchess of Malfi

Component 3: (20% of A Level)

Unseen Prose and Poetry

Component 4: (20% of A Level)

Coursework on pre and post 2000 novels.

Skills

You will develop your analytical skills via class discussions, presentations and essay writing. You will develop a close eye for selecting detailed evidence and producing a well-informed argument.