Why study A level English language and English literature?
If you enjoy reading, writing and exploring how language creates meaning, then this is the course for you. A level English language and literature combines literary study with linguistic analysis, giving you the opportunity to explore a wide variety of literary and non-literary texts, including novels, poetry, drama, non-fiction and spoken language.
You will investigate how writers and speakers create distinctive voices and viewpoints, represent people and places, and use language to explore relationships and society. You will also develop your own creative writing and undertake an independent investigation into an area of language and literature that interests you.
The course develops valuable skills in critical reading, analysis, argument, communication, creativity and independent research, providing excellent preparation for university and a wide range of future careers.
Level: A level
Board: AQA
Head of department:
Mr K Ferguson
Entry requirement: Grade 6 GCSE English language; five grade 5s at GCSE including
maths
How will A level English language and literature be delivered and assessed?
| Component | Topic | Assessment |
| Telling stories | Remembered places - AQA anthology: Paris | 3-hour written exam (40%) |
| Imagined worlds - prose study | ||
| Poetic voices - poetry study | ||
| Exploring conflict | Writing about society - creative writing | 2-hour and 30-minute written exam (40%) |
| Critical commentary | ||
| Dramatic encounters - drama study | ||
| Making connections | Independent investigation connecting literary and non-literary texts through a chosen theme or aspect of language | 2,500-3,000 word personal investigation (20%) |
