A Level : English Language and Literature (2 Year Course)

What will I study:

• You will explore how real-world communication works in non-fiction and spoken texts.

• You will examine how poets and dramatists use imagery, rhythm and imagery to build emotion and atmosphere.

• You will gain deeper insight into the way authors create specific effects in order to enhance your own writing style.

• You will enhance your own independent reading and thinking, explore other critical ideas and refine your skills of close analysis.

Assessment:

2 closed book examination papers one lasting 1 hour and worth 16% of your final grade; one lasting 2 hours and worth 32% of your final grade

1 open book examination paper lasting 2 hours and worth 32% of your final grade

1 coursework unit consisting of one analytical task and one creative task worth 20% of your final grade

Entry Requirements:

A minimum of two grade 5 and four grade 4 passes to include at least grade 4 in Mathematics and in both GCSE English Language and English Literature.

A love of reading beyond your set texts

A love of exploring your own ideas in writing

Career Pathway:

English Language and Literature is highly regarded by all universities and will enable you to gain success on ALL degree courses, including Science.

Almost all careers are open to you!

Law, Politics

Diplomacy

Social sciences

Liberal Arts

The Art

Journalism

Architecture

Police force

IT

Personnel and Management

Business, Teaching

Civil Service

Social Work

Biochemistry

Medicine (alongside Chemistry and Biology