English Literature
at Oriel High School, Crawley · school or sixth form
What the college says
Studying English Literature will enable you to discuss and explore issues which have occupied our greatest writers. In this course you will engage with how contemporary and influential writers present a range of conceptual ideas, such as what it means to be human, how we define good and evil, the impact of gender upon our lives and where power is maintained in society. English Literature also demonstrates to universities and employers that you are able to think perceptively, write fluently and discuss matters intelligently. Ultimately, English Literature is about enjoying, studying and unpicking excellent works and so, if you love reading, you should take this course.
What you need to get on
Grade 5 in English
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
Oriel High School
Maidenbower Lane Maidenbower, Crawley, RH10 7XW
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Crawley
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