A Level English Language and Literature

For 3 A Level subjects you require 6 GCSEs grades 9-4 in academic subjects, taken in one sitting.

In addition, there are subject specific entry criteria which relate to the specific demands of the subject. To study English Language and Literature at A Level prospective students will need to achieve a grade 5 in English Language GCSE.

Any student who achieves a grade 4 may opt to take an internally assessed English test and if successful be admitted to the course.

Please apply online (via the green button) and the College will contact you shortly.

Specifically the course is designed for those who wish to write for a career.

The course presents the opportunity to study texts and change their focus so that audiences are engaged.

Students may turn an article into an advertisement employing relevant language features.

In addition poetry is studied in order to deepen understanding of how language works and a fiction text – “Frankenstein” by Mary Shelley – is used to examine structure, character building and language.

Assessment will be by examination at the end of the 2 year course. 20% of the assessment will involve coursework. Students are encouraged to pick aspects of language and literature of personal interest to them.

On successful completion of this course, you will achieve an A Level in English Language and Literature.

This is an established and well regarded academic choice at university level, but is also a well- regarded qualification by employers for direct entry into, for example, marketing and advertising.

There is now a university application requirement that prospective students on all courses will demonstrate wider enrichment. This needs to be catalogued in personal statements during the application process. With this in mind we are offering a series of visits and conferences. Students will need to pay a deposit of £40 to the Finance Office on acceptance for A Level English.
Students will also be expected to purchase set texts.

A Level English Language & Literature is an exciting pathway to university and a range of careers such as journalism, editing, teaching, marketing and advertising.

English Literature is also a popular post-graduate choice and there are plentiful funded schemes for studying abroad especially in the United States which offer paid teaching whilst studying.