A Level : English Literature A
at Melton Vale Sixth Form College · sixth form college
What the college says
The focus of this English Literature course will involve you reading texts written across widely different time periods that explore the theme of 'Love Through the Ages'. You will also read texts written within the narrower Modern Times period: from 1945 to the present day, and you will study various texts, both singly and comparatively. Through studying English Literature you will enjoy reading widely and independently, engage critically with a substantial body of texts and will learn ways of responding to them, develop and effectively apply knowledge of literary analysis and evaluation, explore the contexts of the texts you are reading and others' interpretations of them, deepen your appreciation and understanding of English Literature, including its changing traditions. You will read texts written across widely different time periods that explore the theme of 'Love Through the Ages'. You will also read texts written within the narrower Modern Times period: from 1945 to the present day. You will study various texts, both singly and comparatively. English Literature is a highly respected subject that is valued by universities and employers alike. As someone who will be able to think analytically and communicate with skill, your talents will be much in demand. Notable career paths include publishing, journalism, advertising, librarianship, plus media and communication roles.
What you need to get on
To study A-Levels at MV16 you must have achieved a minimum of grade 4+ in GCSE English and Maths, plus 3 grade 5's in other subject areas and to include subject specific entry requirements where stated. To study English Literature you will need to have achieved a minimum grade of '6' in GCSE English Literature.
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Melton Vale Sixth Form College
Burton Road, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1DN
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Melton Mowbray
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