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GCE A Level in English Literature

at Ormiston Forge Academy, Cradley Heath · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The course focusses on different ways in which texts can be read, connected and written about. The two exam components test analytical skills, considering the key themes of ‘Aspects of Tragedy’ and ‘Elements of Crime’ in series of texts including ‘King Lear’ and ‘Richard II’ by Shakespeare, ‘The Great Gatsby’ by F. Scott Fitzgerald and ‘Atonement’ by Ian McEwan. There is also a key focus on independent reading and thinking, with two pieces of Non-Exam Assessment (coursework) which requires students to consider literature through a lens of critical theory. • University degree level – English Language, Literature or a combined course and it will also be beneficial for a wide range of courses, such as Law, Journalism and Media. • Professions including writer, researcher, teacher and journalist.

What you need to get on

GCSE English language or literature grade 5 or above and at least 4 other GCSEs grade 9 - 4.

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

  • Ormiston Forge Academy

    Wrights LAne, Cradley Heath, B64 6QU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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