PEARSON EDEXCEL | 9ET0
To study English Literature at A Level is to become familiar with some of the great, imaginative literary works of the recent and not-so-recent past; and it might be argued that to study English Literature is, in a sense, to study humanity. This course is perfect for students who enjoy reading independently and are confident discussing their ideas and interpretations of texts.
THE COURSE
This course enables pupils to not only learn to love reading for its own sake, but also improves their understanding of the great riches of the English language. Pupils will gain the confidence and competence to be able to interpret any literature which they might encounter in later life.
Modules and studied texts include: A Streetcar Named Desire, The Handmaid’s Tale, Frankenstein, Othello and a range of poetry.
ASSESSMENTS
- Paper 1 - Drama (Shakespeare and other Drama)
30% (2 hrs 15 mins)
- Paper 2 - Prose (includes at least one pre-1900 text)
20% (1 hr 15 minutes)
- Paper 3 - Poetry (Contemporary Poetry and English Romantic Verse)
30% (2 hrs 15 mins)
- Coursework
20% (2,500 – 3,000 words)
BEYOND THE COURSE
English Literature is an arts subject which, at A Level and later at university, combines well with almost any other subject. It is also highly regarded for its academic rigour, and can lead to careers in all sorts of areas, from Law, Journalism, Teaching and Publishing, to Marketing, Acting, Politics and Copywriting – in fact, any field of activity which demands a mastery of the written word.