The course comprises two compulsory units and an assessment.
English: Analysis and Evaluation of Literary Texts (16 SCQF credit points)
In this unit you will:
provide evidence of your ability to analyse and evaluate complex and sophisticated literary text
refine your skills of analysis and evaluation through the study of complex and sophisticated literary texts from the genres of drama, poetry and prose (fiction and non-fiction)
develop independent learning skills by selecting materials for research into an aspect or aspects of literature, formulating relevant tasks and researching primary and secondary sources.
English: Creation and Production (8 SCQF points)
In this unit you will:
provide evidence of your ability to produce complex and sophisticated writing, and to critically reflect on its development
use language creatively for a variety of purposes and in a variety of forms
develop a range of skills necessary for the deployment of language to create effect, and critically reflect on the development of your writing.
The course assessment consists of four components with a total of 100 marks:
Component 1 — Question paper: Literary Study (20 marks)
Component 2 — Question paper: Textual Analysis (20 marks)
Component 3 — Portfolio–writing (30 marks)
Component 4 — Project–dissertation (30 marks)
For components 1 and 2, you will write a critical essay for each question on drama, poetry, prose fiction or prose non fiction.
For component 3, you will produce two pieces of writing for two different purposes and audiences.
For component 4, you will produce a dissertation between 2,500 to 3,000 words.
Higher English (A or B)
Please note this course is delivered in Aberdeen Grammar School as part of the City Campus