GCE A Level in English Literature
at Park High School, Stanmore · school or sixth form
What the college says
This course is for students who want to continue studying English Literature after GCSE. It will suit you if you enjoy reading widely from different types of fiction including novels, poetry and plays. It naturally complements other arts and humanities subjects and is particularly suited to students wishing to pursue careers in the arts, the media, business, education, law or any other field in which communication and analytical skills are important.
What you need to get on
A Grade 6 in English Literature AND a Grade 5 in English Language Or alternatively, A Grade 5 in English Literature and a Grade 6 in English Language At least 6 other GCSE subjects with Grade 4s. This MUST include Mathematics
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
Park High School
Thistlecroft Gardens, Stanmore, HA7 1PL
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Stanmore
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