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GCE A Level in English Literature

at Moulsham High School, Chelmsford · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

One of the most respected post-16 courses by Russell Group Universities - the A-Level in English Literature is designed to encourage learners to develop their interest in and enjoyment of literature and literary studies as they: • read widely and independently both set texts and others that they have selected for themselves • engage critically and creatively with a substantial body of texts and ways of responding to them • develop and effectively apply their knowledge of literary analysis and evaluation in writing • explore the contexts of the texts they are reading and others’ interpretations.

What you need to get on

A grade 6 in English Literature and a grade 6 in English Language. Apart from GCSEs, the important qualifications for this Advanced Level are a genuine interest in Literature and a willingness to be actively involved in the course. You are expected to undertake a wide range of reading beyond the texts being taught in lessons.

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

  • Moulsham High School

    Brian Close, Chelmsford, CM2 9ES

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Chelmsford

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