English Literature

What is the exam board and route? 

A Level English Literature Edexcel 

Subject Entry Requirements: Grade 6 in GCSE English Literature advised. 

Subject outline 

Study of a wide range of texts from a range of periods: modern and Shakespeare plays. Two novels for a comparative examination. Contemporary poetry with an unseen element for comparison, and the work of a poet pre-1900. Paired texts for coursework at discretion of teacher, with an opportunity for further and independent reading.

How is the course assessed? 

Three examinations:  

Drama (2 hours and 15 mins), 

Prose (1 hour 15 mins) and 

Poetry (2 hours and 15 mins). 

Coursework – one essay on comparative texts of 2500 – 3000 words.

Why study this subject? 

Experienced teachers all with English degrees 

Strong A Level results 

Small, friendly and focused classes

Complementary subjects 

Any. English Literature is a brilliant subject that can be paired with any other subject.

Possible careers 

Facilitating subject for many careers e.g. Law, Teaching, Journalism and Media. 

Subject enrichment available 

• Theatre visits 
• Extension classes 
• Creative Writing 
• Debating 
• Oxbridge application and interview preparation 

“What is wonderful about great literature is that is transforms the man who reads it towards the condition of the man who wrote.” 

E M Forster)