GCE A Level in English Literature

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GCE A Level in English Literature

Chichester College
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A2 English Literature covers a range of set texts from different genres. Texts studied for coursework are Othello, Atonement and a text of own choice. Texts for exam are to do with the theme of journeys and are Andrea Levy's Small Island, Caryl Phillips The Final Passage and Geoffrey Chaucer's The General Prologue to the Canterbury Tales. Students are required to compare and contrast texts from different genres and appreciate the contexts in which texts are written. Five Reasons to Study this Course at Chichester 1. Engage in a variety of stimulus activities. 2. Actively critique and discuss set texts. 3. Enhance university entry as English Literature is a core subject. 4. Creatively engage …

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A2 English Literature covers a range of set texts from different genres. Texts studied for coursework are Othello, Atonement and a text of own choice. Texts for exam are to do with the theme of journeys and are Andrea Levy's Small Island, Caryl Phillips The Final Passage and Geoffrey Chaucer's The General Prologue to the Canterbury Tales. Students are required to compare and contrast texts from different genres and appreciate the contexts in which texts are written. Five Reasons to Study this Course at Chichester 1. Engage in a variety of stimulus activities. 2. Actively critique and discuss set texts. 3. Enhance university entry as English Literature is a core subject. 4. Creatively engage with set texts. 5. Interactive and dynamic lessons involving group and pair activities. What will I Study? You will study a range of set texts as outlined in the description of the course. Unit 4 is a coursework folder that demonstrates the ability to form coherent arguments, examine literary techniques, compare and contrast texts and appreciate the contexts in which the texts were written. Unit 3 is based upon a written examination which tests the above as well as commenting on an unseen poem. How will I be Taught? You have 4.5 hours in class each week split between 2 lessons. Emphasis is placed on discussion and activities to do with set texts though occasional lecture- style delivery features in lessons. Discussion is divided into whole class discussion and pair/ small groups. How will I be Assessed? The course is comprised of 40% coursework and 60% exam. There are fornightly set micro essays and there are regular mock exams/ timed assessments in the exam period. What our students say? 99% of students are happy to have chosen to study English Literature. They comment on the overall passion of the teacher and range of engaging activities that all relate to the skills required for success on the course.
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