Author: hwilliams

English Literature

To study English Literature you should ideally have attained at least a B grade at GCSE level.
What you will study
There are two units of study at AS (40%):
Prose and Drama—Unit 1 (20%)
Poetry Post-1900—Unit 2 (20%)
There are three units of study at A2 (60%):
Poetry Pre-1900 and Unseen Poetry—Unit 3 (20%)
Shakespeare—Unit 4 (20%)
Non-Examinable Assessment - Prose Study— Unit 5 (20%)
Aims
The course aims to develop skills of literary
analysis through creative engagement with a
range of prose, poetry and drama texts,
combined with opportunities for independent
research and interaction in lessons, where open
discussion of texts and issues arising from them
is encouraged. You will gain a deeper
understanding of the heritage and changing
traditions of literature in English and also have the opportunity to research and analyse texts you have chosen yourself for the coursework task,
Non-examinable assessment (NEA) Learners will write one 2500-3500 word assignment based on the reading of two prose texts from different periods, one pre-2000 and one post-2000, nominated by the centre or chosen by the students, with guidance.
How you will study
4.5 hours a week of formal teaching, with at least 4 hours a week of personal study. Homework and independent study are important features of the course.
How you will be assessed
The examination board is WJEC. Further information on this specification is available on www.wjec.co.uk
Units 1-4 are assessed by an exam, which will take place in May of the first year for AS. A2 units are examined in June of the second year. Papers may be retaken to improve upon grades. The NEA is completed in Year 13 over the course of the year.
Your options after this course
A course in English Literature can enable progression to a range of courses at further or higher education and for future career paths such as journalism, teaching, social work, the law and the civil service, broadcasting, business and finance in addition to many other areas which require excellent communication skills.
Further information from Miss. H . Parry-Hughes,
BA (Hons), MA — Assistant Headteacher

Why choose English Literature?
A Level English Literature is ideal if you have an inquiring, critical or analytical mind-set. Learn transferable skills, which keep your career options open. It combines well with other humanities subjects and an ideal contrasting subject for Mathematics and Science.
A Level English Literature is a facilitating subject, which is listed as being highly desirable at competitive universities.

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