A Level English Literature - AS and A Levels Full-time (FE)

A Level English Literature AS and A Levels Location Start Date Day Time Fees Duration Rugby 05-Sep-2016 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Fri TBA * see below 2Year(s) Leamington 05-Sep-2016 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Fri TBA * see below 2Year(s) What will I study?

Are you a keen reader? Your ability to read widely and independently is essential for this course as it involves studying a variety of set texts from different time periods.  If you choose to complete a one-year program (AS), you will study for texts; the two year course involves studying ten - texts that range from Shakespeare to the modern day. Studying literature gives us the opportunity to discuss a variety of issues, many of which are still being debated.  Texts will be analysed closely, and by the end of the course, your own written and communication skills will have been refined.  If you are passionate about reading and discussing your ideas both verbally and on paper, are able to work independently and meet deadlines, English literature is the course for you.

What modules are covered?

AS 1 Year Course

Unit 1 – LiteraryGenres: Aspects of Comedy in Drama:  1 Shakespeare play & 1 further drama text

 ‘The Taming of the Shrew’ by William Shakespear'

‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ by Oscar Wilde.

 Unit 2 – Literary Genres: Aspects of Comedy in Prose and Poetry: 1 prose text and 1 poetry text (anthology) 

‘Wise Children’ by Angela Carter

 AQA English Poetry Anthology

A level ( 2 Year Course)

Unit 1 – Literary Genres: 1 Shakespeare play; 1 further pre-1900 drama text & 1 other text 

‘The Taming of the Shrew’ by William Shakespeare 

‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ by Oscar Wilde 

AQA English Poetry Anthology

 Unit 2 – Texts and Genres: Elements of Political and Social Protest Writing: 1 post-2000 prose text; 1 poetry text & 1 pre-1900 text

 ‘The Kite Runner’ by Khaled Hosseini

‘A Doll’s House’ by Henrik Ibsen 

‘Songs of Innocence and Experience’ by William Blake

 Unit 3 – Theory and Independence: 1 prose text & 1 poetry text with AQA’s ‘Critical Anthology’

Students choose their own texts to study.

What qualifications will I get?

AS and A Level

How will I be assessed?

AS Unit 1 - 1 hour 30 minute exam; closed book; 50 marks; 50% of AS Level

AS Unit 2 - 1 hour 30 minute exam; open book; 50 marks; 50% of AS Level 

A Level Unit 1 - 2 hours 30 minutes exam; closed book; 75 marks; 40% of A Level.

A Level Unit 2 - 3 hours; open book; 75 marks 40% of A Level

A Level Unit 3 - Coursework; moderated by teachers and AQA; 50 marks; 20% of A Level 

What is the entry process?

Interview and Assessment

What are the entry requirements?

Minimum qualifications: Full level 2

A Minimum of 5 GCSE's achieved at grade C or above to include English/English Language and Maths as well as a B in English Literature. The most important thing is that you enjoy reading.

Offers are subject to a satisfactory School Report. 

What else do I need to know?

Other subjects you may wish to study.
The skills you develop and acquire in A level English or Literature underpin and complement many other subjects, especially Law, History, Business, economics, Philosophy and Drama. 

Awarding Body
AQA Specification B 1746/2746.

Who to contact
The course Administrator on 01926 318231 or email alevels@warkscol.ac.uk

English and Maths

English and maths qualifications are vitally important for future employers and universities, so the government has made it a priority for students to improve these skills.

Entry Level / Level 1 and Level 2: We’re here to help you on your journey, so if you do not achieve grade A*-C in GCSE English and/or maths, then you will study English and/or maths as part of your college course.

Students who achieve a D grade will be placed on the relevant GCSE programme, while students who achieve an E or below will be assessed to ensure they are placed on the right study programme for their ability.

Level 3 programmes: You will need to meet the course entry requirements specified on the course information above. For the majority of our Level 3 courses, students will need grade A*-C in GCSE English and/or maths. If this is not specified in the course entry requirement, then you may be able to study English and/or maths as part of your college course.

What can I do after this course?

Career and further Study opportunities
A level English and Literature are highly valued by employers and Higher Education admissions’ tutors. Good reading, writing and oral communication skills are essential for whatever career path you wish to choose, as well as being personally enriching.

Got a question about this course?

Call: 0300 45 600 49 or email us nowCourse code

WC35808

Fees

Course tuition fees are free for UK students under 19yrs.

All students may be charged for materials e.g. equipment, clothing etc.

UK students aged 19 and over will need to pay tuition fees as well as any materials, registration and exam fees.Some adults may be eligible for free tuition.Please contact us for more fee information.

We make every effort to ensure that these course details are accurate. Warwickshire College reserves the right to make alterations. Fees may be indicative at the time of publishing.

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