English Literature AS/A Level

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English Literature AS/A Level

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Curriculum Area: English

English Literature AS/A Level

Advanced Subsidiary (AS)

At AS, this specification (OCR) will allow students to study a diverse range of texts, ranging from 19th century works to more modern literature. Candidates will study six texts. The AS specification has 2 units:

Unit 1: Poetry and Prose 1800-1945

There are two sections to this unit, assessed by a closed text exam:

  • Section A: Poetry 1800-1945. Candidates will answer one question, showing their ability to analyse the effects of language, form and structure and demonstrating their understanding of the significance of the contexts in which the poem was written.
  • Section B: Prose 1800-1945. The focus of this is the …

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Curriculum Area: English

English Literature AS/A Level

Advanced Subsidiary (AS)

At AS, this specification (OCR) will allow students to study a diverse range of texts, ranging from 19th century works to more modern literature. Candidates will study six texts. The AS specification has 2 units:

Unit 1: Poetry and Prose 1800-1945

There are two sections to this unit, assessed by a closed text exam:

  • Section A: Poetry 1800-1945. Candidates will answer one question, showing their ability to analyse the effects of language, form and structure and demonstrating their understanding of the significance of the contexts in which the poem was written.
  • Section B: Prose 1800-1945. The focus of this is the study of Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. Candidates answer one question demonstrating their understanding of the text in relation to an interpretation given in the question and exploring how themes and issues are presented. A literary critical text will also be studied to complement the study of Jane Eyre.

Unit 2: Literature post-1900

The aim of this unit is to encourage interest and enjoyment in contemporary literary studies, and is assessed by a coursework folder containing responses to two tasks.

  • Task 1: Close, critical analysis of a section of poetry from The World’s Wife by Carol Ann Duffy OR a piece of re-creative writing, together with a commentary, based on a poem from The World’s Wife.
  • Task 2: An essay exploring contrasts and comparisons between two texts, informed by interpretations of other readers. The texts are A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams and Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier.

Advanced Level (A2)

At A2, a further six texts are studied. The A2 specification has two units:

Unit 3: Drama and Poetry pre-1800

There are two sections to this unit, assessed by a closed text exam:

  • Shakespeare: an essay requiring critical analysis of structure, form and meaning, and consideration of others’ interpretations
  • Drama and Poetry pre-1800: an essay exploring contrasts and comparisons between two different texts

Unit 4: Texts in Time

Three texts are studied, assessed by a coursework task:

  • A study of texts across at least two genres within the same or different time period: an essay exploring connections and comparisons between three related texts

Methods of Teaching and Learning

You will engage in a wide range of learning activities including seminar presentations, library-based research and text into performance. These and other strategies will help you to read texts closely and critically and to arrive at your own conclusions about their meaning. This is a course for students who love literature in all its forms.

Enrichment

Guest speakers and trips to the theatre provide opportunities for enrichment.

Methods of Assessment

One unit in each year is assessed by written examination and the second by coursework.

Resources

Students work from booklets, worksheets and textbooks. DVDs, computers and other IT facilities support the teaching and learning.

Progression

English Literature combines well with a wide range of other subjects. Through it you are offering evidence of high quality communication skills and an ability to be creative and analytical. These skills are widely transferable and make you marketable for higher education and employment.

Entry Requirements

You will need five GCSE passes at grades C or above or the equivalent from 4 subject areas including English. GCSE English at grade B or above is preferred.

Charges

The books you study will be provided to you free of charge for your use through the course. There are no specific course charges, but you could expect to spend up to £50 per year on stationery, equipment and educational visit.

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