English Language & Literature

AS & A2

Qualification To Start The Course

Expected basic GCSE requirements for advanced level study – i.e. five grades A*–C at GCSE. You must have gained at least a B grade in English language and English literature.

Description Of The Subject

English literature enourages you to develop important critical skills in reading and writing. These include planning, drafting and developing a wide critical vocabulary.

What You Will Do

• Study prose, poetry and drama – modern and pre 20th century
• Explore the significance of cultural, historical and other contextual influences on literary texts
• Express opinions informed by different interpretations of literary text
• Consider relationships between literary texts of different types and periods

Future Prospects

• English literature is a good basis for study in any arts-based subject – media studies, philosophy, law, politics or languages
• Past students are now following degree courses in psychology, mathematics, law, biochemistry and media as well as English
• This subject equips you with excellent written and verbal communication skills necessary for any career and is certainly in demand from universities and colleges.