English Literature
at Netherthorpe School, Chesterfield · school or sixth form
Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionRequires improvement2025see the detail
What the college says
A two year course in English Literature that leads to a level 3 qualification
What you need to get on
All students are advised to have a GCSE grade 5 or above in English Language. If you want to study English Literature, you should also have at least grade 5 in this subject. You should have an open mind to all sorts of literature and be prepared to debate, discuss and think independently. You need to have a good standard of English to be able to write clear and coherent essays. If you are taking Literature you need to be prepared to read...a lot!
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
Netherthorpe School
RALPH ROAD STAVELEY, CHESTERFIELD, S43 3PY
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