English Literature

English Literature is an ideal choice if you love reading and books, as well as being interested in the big questions affecting human existence. It is also a highly respected A Level for university entry in many subjects. You will study a wide range of books and short texts including novels, plays and poetry and will look at the ways that authors use language to build characters and explore themes, and you will learn about different approaches towards literature and consider questions such as: ‘Is there a right way and a wrong way to understand a novel or poem, or is it all a matter of opinion?’. You will have the opportunity to produce original writing as part of your coursework.

AS Level

• Love through the Ages: Shakespeare & Poetry
• Love through the Ages: Prose

A Level

• Texts in Shared Contexts: WW1 & Its Aftermath
• Independent Critical Study: Texts Across Time

• You will need to buy copies of the books you are studying. These are often available in cheap editions or can be purchased second–hand online, but typical costs are in the region of £10 – £30 per year. Information about current texts will be sent to you in June

• AS to A Level
• A Level progression to Degree level study including BA (Hons)
• Careers could include: Teaching, Publishing, Writing, Marketing