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A Level English Literature

at Christ The King Sixth Form College · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course aims to develop students critical ability, understanding, enjoyment and appreciation of literature. You will study a variety of texts from different time periods and the focus will be on making connections within these texts. Studying A Level English Literature will provide you with the opportunity to develop your close-reading skills and will improve your use of critical terminology. There will be an important focus on independent learning and wider reading which will enable you to broaden your literary perspective and understand how literature has changed throughout history. You will study a range of poetry, prose and drama spanning from pre-1900 to post-2000 and this will include one play written by William Shakespeare. The coursework component of the course will provide you with the skills to develop your confidence as both a writer and thinker.

What you need to get on

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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

  • Christ the King: St Mary's

    Chislehurst Road, Sidcup, DA14 6BE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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  • Christ the King: Aquinas

    Sprules Road, Brockley, SE4 2NL

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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Sidcup
  • 7 September 2026 · Brockley

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