English Literature

ENGLISH LITERATURE
AS and A2 LEVEL

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A*, A or B grades in English and English Literature at GCSE Level

AIMS
To read widely and respond to literary texts of different types and periods.
To gain a deeper understanding of how writers use language to express opinions and emotions
To study literature in an historical context.

CONTENT
Unit 1 Aspects of Narrative
Unit 2 Dramatic Genres
Unit 3 Texts and Genres
Unit 4 Further and Independent Reading

ASSESSMENT
Units 1 and 3 are examined. Units 2 and 4 are coursework.

USEFULNESS IN THE FUTURE
An ‘A’ Level pass in this subject is recognised by all universities as an entry qualification for a full range of courses, in both the Arts and Sciences. It is also widely valued as a qualification for employment.