English Language and Literature A Level [Y1]

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Applying for A-Levels and/or V-Levels? You can choose to study three A-Levels or create a mixed programme combining A-Levels with other qualifications, including the new V-Levels. You will select the courses from a list of relevant subjects when you apply.

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We accept applications to more than one campus; however once you have attended an interview session and received an offer from us, you will need to confirm your first-choice course and the campus you want to study at.

Our English Literature and Language A-Level allows you to combine literary and linguistic approaches to explore how writers convey their ideas, develop your reading ability, and become a skilled producer of original writing.

During the next two years, you will study a wide range of engaging (and mainly modern) literary and non-fiction texts. You will learn about how language is used to express ideas in literary forms, including novels, poetry and drama. You will also study the language of speech in everyday life and how it is used in a variety of non-fiction forms, including media interviews, articles, speeches, letters, diaries and graphic novels. You will learn literary and linguistic methods to develop clear and coherent analysis. You will study one of the most influential and best-loved novels of the 20th Century 'The Great Gatsby', and demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of narrative techniques in writing your own original stories. Your coursework is based on autobiographical and original non-fiction writing.

There are three external exams at the end of the second year worth 80% of the marks. The remaining 20% of the qualification will require you to submit two pieces of independent coursework.

Our general entry criteria to study 3 A-Levels is: Minimum five GCSEs grade 4-9 with English Language or Maths at grade 5. For a mixed Level 3 programme the criteria are: Minimum five GCSEs grade 4-9 with English Language or Maths at grade 4. Subject specific entry criteria apply:A GCSE grade 4 in English Language.

A-Level English Language and Literature is highly prized by universities because you will be able to demonstrate advanced skills in critical reading and discursive essay writing. It provides an excellent basis for a wide variety of degree courses, especially journalism, creative writing and English.