English Literature AS/A2

English Literature AS/A2
English Literature is the study of plays, poetry, novels and other prose texts, both modern and pre - 20th Century. The course incorporates investigation into how language brings enjoyment and meaning to texts as well as considering the significance of social, historical and cultural contexts. It considers how different readers have brought different meanings to texts and encourages students to formulate their own independent interpretations.

What will I be doing?

Year 1 - AS Level
Unit 1: Texts in Context

Unit 2: Creative Study

Year 2 - A2 Level
Unit 3: Reading for Meaning

Unit 4: Extended Essay and Shakespeare Study

How will I be assessed?
Units 1 & 3 will be assessed by examination. Units 2 & 4 will be assessed by coursework.

Where do I go from here?
Progression to university degrees in English Literature, English or other related subjects where thinking skills, sensitivity to language and the ability to express yourself are important.

Direct entry into employment in a variety of roles.

Course Duration
AS Level - 1 Year

AS & A2 Levels - 2 Years