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English Literature

at The Compton School, London · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Great writers have helped to shape the minds of future generations for centuries. Not only will an A-Level in English Literature broaden your understanding of the written word, but it will help you to develop your personal viewpoint, promote independent thought and it will challenge your perceptions and how you view the world. Over the two year A Level course, students will be exposed to a breadth of authors, ranging from pre-1900 writers such as William Shakespeare and Thomas Hardy, to the work of contemporary American writers, like Alice Walker and Tennessee Williams. The course covers poetry, prose and drama and assessment of the course combines both coursework and examination. This is complemented by student presentations, research projects, debates, lectures and creative writing opportunities. In addition, the curriculum is enriched through trips to the theatre and literary events. Not only will you develop your understanding of how writers shape their language and your close analysis skills, but you will leave the two year A2 course with a life-long love of reading, creativity in writing and a passion for literature as a subject.

What you need to get on

6 To gain entry to the Sixth Form students must have a minimum point score of 5.5 or above for your best 8 GCSE subjects.

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

  • The Compton School

    Summers Lane, London, N12 0QG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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