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Full TimeA/ AS Level English Literature
A Level
In Lincoln ()
Description
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Type
A Level
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Duration
2 Years
English Literature allows students to study a range of important literary texts, building on knowledge and skills acquired at GCSE. The different genres of novel, poetry and drama will be studied, encouraging students to develop as informed independent readers and critics of literary texts. There is some scope for a creative response to a specific text within the coursework. Course Content In.
Important information
Government funding available
About this course
Students wishing to study A level English Literature must have 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above (Higher Tier English).
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Subjects
- Shakespeare
- Poetry
- Media
- Full Time
- Writing
- Law
- Audio DVD
- Drama
- English
- Teaching
- English Language
- Advanced English
- English Conversation
Course programme
Full Time AS Level English Literature
Course Description:
English Literature allows students to study a range of important literary texts, building on knowledge and skills acquired at GCSE. The different genres of novel, poetry and drama will be studied, encouraging students to develop as informed independent readers and critics of literary texts. There is some scope for a creative response to a specific text within the coursework. Course Content In the first year you will study two modules: Aspects of Narrative and Dramatic Genres The authors studied will include Jane Austen, Mark Haddon, S. T Coleridge, Thomas Hardy, Tennessee Williams and Shakespeare. In the second year you will study two further modules: Texts and Genres and Further and Independent Reading Texts for these modules have still to be decided. Exchanging ideas is an essential element of the study of English Literature. Classes make use of a range of interactive approaches including whole group discussions, small group activities and individual feedback on research tasks. Study of the texts is supported by specially prepared booklets and relevant audio/DVD material
Level:
3
Course Type:
Full Time
Assessment and Progression:
Assessment and Examinations At both AS and A2 level there is one written paper (2 hours) and a coursework folder containing two pieces of work. Written assignments are set and marked regularly in preparation for the exam. Coursework pieces are carefully supervised and students are offered individual advice on the drafting process. Exam Board AQA AS 1746 and A Level 2746 Assessment 60% Examination 40% Coursework English Literature is a well-regarded subject which allows for the development of transferable skills, including the ability to communicate clearly, analyse incisively and argue a point, both orally and in writing. Potential careers could include: teaching; journalism and other media-related jobs; work in personnel and the law.
Duration:
One year for AS Level; a further one year for A2. Mode of attendance AS Level 5 hours per week, in three sessions, over 1 year Advanced Level 5 hours per week, in three sessions, over 1 year. Programme Co-ordinator Liz Ashoo Teaching Staff Liz Ashoo, Helen Hill, John Patterson, Elly Gray Start dates - September each year
Location:
Lincoln
Fees:
If you are under 19 on 31 August when your programme begins and are full-time, you will be entitled to free tuition and no examination fees wherever you live provided you are a European Community National. Mature students may well qualify for free tuition and no examination fees; please ask Guidance Services for details.
Full TimeA/ AS Level English Literature