| Exam Board | Level | Qualification | Assessment Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| AQA Specification B | Level 3 | Linear A level | 80% examination, 20% non-examined assessment |
If you enjoy reading and discussing literature, you will enjoy this course. You will gain a detailed understanding of a broad range of poetry, prose and drama, while developing different critical approaches which can be used in reading and analysis. It is therefore essential that you are prepared to read independently.
Students starting an English A Level will be embarking on a linear course which means that all exam units will be assessed at the end of two years.
We follow AQA English Literature B and the course is as follows:
In this unit students will study the key features of the tragic genre and learn how to apply them to a broad range of drama and poetry. Students will also learn how the genre has changed over time with detailed analysis of the following texts:
In this unit students will study the key features of social and political protest writing and learn how to apply them to a broad range of poetry, prose and drama. Students will also learn how writers respond to key contexts such as global politics, gender, race and class through detailed analysis of the following texts:
In this unit students have the opportunity to work independently on a project, but with guidance from their teacher.
English is a core subject and as such a valuable A Level for any student considering an academic course at university. Many students who do A Level English go on to study degrees in English, History and Law as well as various subjects relating to the media/creative industries, the social sciences and education.
English is also highly valued by employers; the subject’s core skills, such as written/oral communication, writing for different audiences and purposes, prioritising information and analytical interpretation, are essential in most workplaces.
The English department have several trips and events throughout the year, including visits to the theatre and universities.
@AquinasEnglish – @aquinasEnglish, the department twitter account
You can view provisional entry requirements for courses that start in 2024 from the link below. Please note that your enrolment on to a particular course must be approved by the Head of that department.
