A Level English Language & Literature
Assessment Objectives :
AO1: Apply concepts and methods from integrated linguistic and literary study as appropriate, using associated terminology and coherent written expression
AO2: Analyse ways in which meanings are shaped in texts
AO3: Demonstrate understanding of the significance and influence of the contexts in which texts are produced and received
AO4: Explore connections across texts, informed by linguistic and literary concepts and methods
AO5: Demonstrate expertise and creativity in the use of English to communicate in different ways.
ENG KS5 Learning Journey Template.pdfUnit 1 - Remembered Places: Paris Anthology
This is an anthology of non-fiction texts that centre around the city of Paris. Each text offers views and opinions on Paris. This module requires you to analyse the writer’s choice closely and compare representations of Paris. This is closed book.
Unit 2 - Imagined Worlds: The Handmaid’s Tale
This part of the course is similar to your literature GCSE – you will look at point of view and genre with prose exploring characterisation and themes etc. However, this part of the exam is open book
Unit 3 - Poetic Voices: Duffy
In this part of the course, we look at the forms and functions of poetic voice. We look specifically at Carol Ann Duffy and use a selection of poems to analyse her choices.
This part is also open book.
Unit 4 - Writing about Society: The Great Gatsby
In this part of the course, we explore the role of individuals and the societies that they are a part of. This part also has a question where you “recast” a section of the text from another character’s point of view. This is open book.
Unit 5 - Dramatic Encounters: A Streetcar Named Desire
This part of the course looks at the presentation of conflict in dramas. Again, this is similar to your GCSE in literature where you are required to explore characterisation and themes etc. This is open book.
Unit 6 - NEA - Non-exam assessment
The NEA is your coursework element. This is an investigation into a chosen theme or topic that is explored in one literary text and one non-literary text. This is worth 20% of your final grade – you will be prepared in class for this.
Where can an A Level in English lead?
Offering clear skills progression from GCSE, The A level English course allows students to build on the skills and knowledge already gained and prepare for their next steps. The variety of assessment styles used, such as re-creative writing, commentary writing, discursive essays and research-based investigative writing, allows students to develop a wide range of skills. These include the ability to read critically, analyse, evaluate and undertake independent research, which are invaluable for both further study and future employment. English is a widely recognised subject that is needed in almost any career you choose. As well as supporting your communication, it also allows you to think creatively and innovatively.
Some career options are linked directly to studying English including:
Digital copywriter
Editorial assistant
English as a foreign language teacher
Lexicographer
Magazine journalist
Newspaper journalist
Private tutor
Publishing copy-editor/proofreader
Secondary school teacher
Web content manager
Writer
But there are also a range of other careers that studying English will support including:
Academic librarian
Advertising copywriter
Administrator
Business manager
Education consultant
Information officer
Learning mentor
Marketing executive
Media researcher
PPC specialist
Primary school teacher
Producer
Public relations officer
Publisher
Records manager
Social media manager