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English Literature A Level

at WAINGELS, Reading · other provider

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Students on this course will have the opportunity to study a variety of texts (poetry, prose and drama) through the lens of a particular genre. For Paper 1, they will explore texts that could be considered tragedies. In the second year of the course, students consider elements of texts that are considered Political and Social Protest writing. In their Non Examined Assessments, students apply their knowledge of literary criticism to the poetry and novels of their choice. Students study theories that have been written about these genres and make connections between texts including two plays, two poems, and two modern novels. Students also conduct independent analysis of texts of their choice.

What you need to get on

Standard entry requirements: Maths and English Language at a grade 4. Based on Attainment 8 scores we will offer the following pathways: Vocational Pathway (selecting only Vocational Courses): 40, Combination Pathway (selecting a mixture of A Level and Vocational): 45, A Level Pathway (selecting only A Levels): 50. Subject specific requirements: A grade 6 in both English Language and Literature 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

  • Waingels College

    Waingels College Waingels Road, Reading, RG5 4RF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Reading

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