Minimum Grade Requirement: 

Grade 6 in English Language and Grade 6 in English Literature

Course Overview

The study of the combined Language and Literature course enables students to engage with texts from a variety of genres, investigate spoken language and hone their creative writing and analytical skills.

Component 1:
Closed Text (16% of total A level)
Exploring non-fiction and spoken texts

Component 2:
Closed Text (32% of total A level)
The language of poetry and plays

Component 3:
Open Text (32% of Total A level)
Reading as a writer, writing as a reader

Component 4:
Non-Examined coursework (20% of total A Level)
Independent study: analysing and producing texts

The English Department prides itself on being able to offer courses which develop students’ analytical and critical skills that are invaluable for those who go on to study at university.  We aim to encourage independence, develop inquisitive minds and foster a life-long love of Literature.  Students have the opportunities to see dramatic productions at local theatres, attend lectures related to texts and modules in order to develop their own interest in the subject.

The A level success rate of the English Department and its students is excellent in both subjects and many of our students go on to specialise in English at under-graduate level.

Future Opportunities

Virtually all English students go on to take university courses in a wide range of different disciplines, from Law to Medicine and Business Management to Classical Studies.  Success in the subject is seen to be an indicator of good critical and analytical skills.

Complementary Subjects

All A level subjects.