Full Time AS Level English Literature (2389)

MODE OF STUDY FT
FE LEVEL 3
DURATION AS 1 year or A Level 2 years
START DATE(S) September
DAY(S)/TIME(S) OFFERED Students can expect to be involved in learning activities across most days of the week between 9.00am and 5.00pm
TOTAL FEE
TOTAL OVERSEAS FEE
ADDITIONAL COSTS There may be some additional expenses for materials.
AWARDING/VALIDATION BODY AQA (B)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants will have met one of the following entry requirements:

5 GCSEs at grades A - C including English Language at grade C;or
Students who achieved at least a merit in GNVQ or BTEC First Diploma qualifications alongside at least a grade C in English GCSE, will be considered for AS levels on a case by case basis.

Students who have achieved AS qualifications and wish to study their A2s at Croydon Sixth Form College are welcome, provided that
a) they can produce a positive reference from their previous school or college; and
b) the specification they studied for AS Level is compatible with the specification at the College.(Advice on this should be sought from the College at the time of application although there is usually no difficulty).

Students qualify for A2 subjects provided they have achieved at least an E at AS level. The exception is ICT which requires a grade D.

All full-time students are required to take a computer based multiple choice 'initial assessment test' before enrolment in literacy and numeracy. A level 2 pass in literacy is normally required for all subjects. A level 2 numeracy pass is normally required for Science and Maths subjects.

For details of entry qualifications for PT students, please see PT leaflet.

For further details call the College Information Centre on T: 0208760 5914.
PROGRAMME CONTENT/STRUCTURE
The course has been designed to develop interest in and enjoyment of English Literature through reading widely and independently. Students will develop an informed personal response to texts and contexts through studying drama, poetry and prose from the 16th to the 21st century.
Students will enjoy this subject if they are interested in reading and in thinking about how others interpret the world around them.

AS Unit 1: Aspects of Narrative (60% AS)
Exam: 2 x hours. Open book
4 x texts: (two novels - one post1990 & two poetry texts 1800 - 1945)
Exploring key aspects of narrative: analysing the ways stories are told

AS Unit 2: Dramatic Genres (Aspects of Tragedy)(40%AS)
Coursework
A portfolio of 2 pieces of coursework x 1,500 words each
one may be recreative
1) Aspect of dramatic/ tragic genre with regard to a Shakespeare play
2) An aspect of dramatic/tragic genre with regard to another play.

A2 will be new for 2009. It is designed to stretch and challenge students and extend their independent reading
Unit 3: Texts and Genres: Elements of the Gothic
Examination
Unit 4: Further and Independent Reading
Coursework portfolio: 2 x pieces of 1,500 words
Independent & guided reading and study will be supported by an anthology of critical theory
3 x texts studied

A2
This is currently the study of a Jacobean tragedy from 17th Century, 19th and 20th century poetry, and 20th century novel.

The College offers a wide range of AS level subjects to choose from - so students can pick, with support from college staff, the combination that best suits their needs. Most students will start by taking between 3 - 4 AS levels before deciding which subjects to continue with in order to gain the full A level. The main things students should think about when deciding which subjects to take are their interests, what they are good at and what they might need for employment or progressing onto Higher Education in the future. Students on the AS/A level programme are supported by a strong tutorial element including careers education and the development of their personal and study skills.

Students will also be able to gain accreditation for Key Skills achievement that will earn UCAS points towards their application for Higher Education.

AS or A2 subjects ( usually just one) may be taken by suitably qualified BTEC students, subject to timetabling constraints.


PROGRESSION/CAREERS OPPORTUNITIES
AS and A Levels are a traditional route into University for 16-18 year olds. They are also seen by employers as indicators of a potential employee's intelligence, maturity and self organisation skills.

Most A Level students progress into full-time employment or onto Higher Education.

Opportunities to study Higher Education (HE)qualifications at Croydon Higher Education College are available.
READING LISTS Current AS texts include: