AS and A2 Level English Literature
A Level
In Kettering
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Kettering
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Duration
1 Year
AS Level: 'The Struggle for Identity in Modern Literature'. Unit 1 - Texts in Context. This involves the detailed study of a collection of modern poetry and a selection of extracts on the chosen theme. Assessment is by examination. Unit 2 - Creative Study. A course work folder of 2000-2500 words will be produced. Candidates will write two pieces, one on a prose text (this could be creative).
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About this course
For a 3 AS Level programme you will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at A*-C including Maths and an A or B grade in English or equivalent.
For a 4 AS Level programme you will need a minimum of 6 GCSEs at A*-C including Maths and an A or B grade in English or equivalent.
To progress to A2 Level a minimum of grade D at AS Level is required.
Entry is subject to a successful interview. If you have been...
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Course programme
- Venue:
Windmill Avenue Campus, Kettering - Duration:
1 year for AS Level and Two years for full A Level (AS Level + A2 Level) - Start At:
September 2010 - Level of Study:
Advanced - Awarding Body:
AQA Specification A
- For a 3 AS Level programme you will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at A*-C including Maths and an A or B grade in English or equivalent.
- For a 4 AS Level programme you will need a minimum of 6 GCSEs at A*-C including Maths and an A or B grade in English or equivalent.
Entry is subject to a successful interview. If you have been out of education for some time you may wish to consider the Access to Higher Education programme as an alternative to A Levels.
Content
AS Level: 'The Struggle for Identity in Modern Literature'
Unit 1 - Texts in Context
This involves the detailed study of a collection of modern poetry and a selection of extracts on the chosen theme. Assessment is by examination.
Unit 2 - Creative Study
A course work folder of 2000-2500 words will be produced. Candidates will write two pieces, one on a prose text (this could be creative) and one on a drama text.
A2 Level: 'Love Through the Ages'
Unit 3 - Reading for Meaning
Candidates will study closely unprepared texts from all genres, chosen across time and linked by theme. The extracts will be compared in terms of subject matter and style.
Assessment is by examination
Unit 4 - Extended Essay and Shakespeare Study
A course work folder of 3000 words will be produced. Candidates will write one piece which will compare three texts, including one by Shakespeare. The extended essay will provide opportunities for candidates to develop their research skills, drafting and redrafting their work as appropriate.
Methods of Study
Class discussion, Drama, Group Presentation, Poster work, Library research, written assignments, Audio/video tapes and DVDs, visits to productions, poetry days and ICT.
Assessment There will be regular assessment, with written feedback on work. The AQA mark schemes will be used. Exams are available at the end of the AS year and the A2 year. Progression
Possible career options include Journalism, Law, Media, Business Management, Leisure, Teaching, Accountancy
Entry Requirement
For a 3 AS Level programme you will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at A*-C including Maths and an A or B grade in English or equivalent.
For a 4 AS Level programme you will need a minimum of 6 GCSEs at A*-C including Maths and an A or B grade in English or equivalent.
To progress to A2 Level a minimum of grade D at AS Level is required.
Entry is subject to a successful interview. If you have been out of education for some time you may wish to consider the Access to Higher Education programme as an alternative to A Levels.
AS and A2 Level English Literature