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A Level GCE English Literature

at Saint Ambrose College, Altrincham · college

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionStrong standard2025see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course encourages students to develop their interest in English Literature through reading widely, critically and independently. Texts range across centuries, genre and gender and stretch the imagination.

What you need to get on

For applicants who wish to study 3 A levels and an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) they will require an Attainment 8 Score of 60pts to include at least a Grade 5 in Mathematics and English Language. A minimum of a Grade 6 is required in the subject to be studied at A level. For applicants who wish to study 4 A levels they will require an Attainment 8 Score of 68pts to include at least a Grade 5 in Mathematics and English Language. A minimum of a Grade 6 is required in the subject to be studied at A level.

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

  • Saint Ambrose College

    Hale Barns, Altrincham, WA15 0HE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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