What will I study?
Readers, writers and texts - This study includes the investigation of the response of readers and the ways in which literary texts generate meaning. The focus is on the development of personal and critical responses to the particulars of literary texts.
Time and space - This study focuses on the contexts of literary texts and the variety of ways literary texts might both reflect and shape society at large. The focus is on the consideration of personal and cultural perspectives, the development of broader perspectives, and an awareness of the ways in which context is tied to meaning.
Intertextuality: connective texts - This study focuses on intertextual relationships between literary texts with possibilities to explore various topics, thematic concerns, generic conventions, literary forms or literary traditions that have been introduced throughout the course. The focus is on the development of critical response grounded in an understanding of the complex relationships among literary texts.
How am I assessed?
English Literature is assessed through a mix of internal and external assessment methods.
Paper 1 - Guided literary analysis: the paper consists of two literary passages. Students must write an analysis of one of these passages within the exam at Standard Level and both texts at Higher Level.
Paper 2 - Comparative essay: Students will write a comparative essay in response to one question from a choice of four based on two works studied in the course.
Higher Level Essay: Higher Level students only will submit an essay on one literary text or work studied during the course. The essay must be 1,200-1,500 words in length.
Internal Assessment
Individual Oral - Supported by an extract from one work written originally in the language studied and one from a work studied in translation, students will offer a prepared response of 10 minutes, followed by 5 minutes of questions by the teacher on the ways in a which a global issue of their choice is presented through the content and form of the works studied.
Entry Requirements
Standard Level - GCSEs in English Literature and English Language at Grade 5 and above
Higher Level - GCSEs English Literature and English Language at Grade 7 and above
For further information
Please contact Alexa Minett: alexa.minett@parksidecc.org.uk