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English Language & Literature

at Rushcliffe Spencer Academy, Nottingham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Aims of the course A Level English Language and Literature is an accessible and stimulating course in which students engage creatively and independently with a variety of spoken, written and multi-modal texts through the integration of language and literature. What is the outline of the course content? Telling Stories – Remembered Places: the representation of place; Imagined World: points of view and genre in prose; Poetic Voices: the forms and functions of poetic voice. (40%) Exploring Conflict – Writing about Society; Dramatic Encounters. (40%) Making Connections – Non Exam Assessment investigation on a chosen theme and texts. (20%) What key skills will I learn? Engaging creatively, critically and independently with a wide range of texts with a focus on how language choices create meaning. Exploring the ways in which texts relate to each other and the contexts in which they are produced and received. This course will also expand students’ knowledge of linguistic and literary concepts, as well as strengthen their written communication and expression. Moreover, students will develop skills as producers and interpreters of language by creating texts themselves and critically reflecting on their own processes of production. Careers in English Students who study A Level English Language and Literature go on to pursue careers in writing, journalism, editing, publishing, law, teaching, broadcasting, media, psychology and social work

What you need to get on

Grade 4 GCSE in Mathematics and English Language •A minimum of five GCSEs at grades 5 and above including grade 6 in the subjects selected for A Level. *To study Further Maths a grade 7 in Mathematics GCSE is required A grade 5 in English is essential for accessing Business Studies, Economics, Government & Politics, Media, Philosophy & Ethics, Psychology and Sociology if you have not studied these subjects at GCSE. A grade 5 in Mathematics is essential for accessing Physics/Biology/Chemistry and also Business Studies, Computing, Economics and Product Design- if you have not studied these subjects at GCSE.

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

  • Rushcliffe School

    Boundary Road West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7BW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Nottingham

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