ENGLISH LITERATURE A/S LEVEL AND A2 LEVEL
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COURSE ASSESSMENT |
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Four Modules: two units for AS, two units for A2. Exams and coursework.
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AS LEVEL |
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F661: Poetry and Prose 1800-1945
Pupils study two texts from a wide range of poetry and prose This unit develops critical literary skills, promotes greater understanding of the contexts in which texts are produced and explores interpretations. 2 hour exam
F662: Literature Post – 1900
A study of three modern literary texts through which pupils learn to compare texts and further develop written skills. Coursework folder of 3,000 words
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A2 LEVEL |
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F663: Drama and Poetry Pre-1800
Shakespeare is the key focus in this unit. Pupils will develop skills in critical analysis and consider different interpretations of Shakespeare’s works. They will also study the work of one poet.
2 hour exam.
F664: Texts in Time
Pupils develop research skills and synthesise their understanding in an extended individual study of three literary texts. Coursework folder of 3,000 words
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ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS |
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Five GCSE's at C or above, including English at grade A or B, are required for this course.
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TEACHING/LEARNING STYLES |
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Students will be guided through texts with the aid of extensive notes, but will also be expected to undertake reading of their own, especially concerning literary criticism and further texts by the writers
on the syllabus.
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INDEPENDENT STUDY |
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In Advanced level study you should expect to spend 5-8 hours a week on work outside the classroom. This will include assessments set by teachers and background reading, preparing for and writing essays.
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RESIDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS/OUT OF SCHOOL TRIPS |
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We will try to arrange theatre visits to London, Stratford and other provincial centres to see plays which are on the course or which are felt to be beneficial for an overall appreciation of drama. Other visits, such as tours of Thomas Hardy's Wessex, are also arranged, when possible and appropriate.
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PROGRESSION ROUTES |
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At the end of the two-year course, students should have a good working knowledge of at least part of the English literary heritage. They will also have greatly improved their written language skills so as to be able to tackle with confidence, university or other courses which involve a good
deal of essay writing.
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