English Literature

SUBJECT: ENGLISH LITERATURE

EXAM BOARD: AQA

QUALIFICATION: GCSE

COURSE OUTLINE:

English Literature will be studied from Years 9 to 11, focusing on texts from the 17^th to the 21^st century. This will include a study of a Shakespeare play; a classic 19^th century text; a modern novel or play and a range of poems from different centuries. The course is assessed by exam only and has no coursework element. As well as the study of the texts, pupils will be taught how to write effective essays, focusing on evidence retrieval and clear analytical comment. English Literature will be taught alongside the English Language course.

ASSESSMENT: English Literature 100% exam

• Paper 1 Shakespeare and the 19^th Century Novel 40%
• Paper 2 Modern Texts and Poetry 60%

WHAT SKILLS ARE REQUIRED?

• Reading with critical insight, understanding and interpretive ability
• Writing in an analytical way

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/INFORMATION:

There are no tiers. All students will be entered for the same examination.

LINK TO FUTURE CAREERS:

English Literature is a qualification that shows great analytical and inference skills. Careers could include:

• Media
• Journalism
• Research
• Teaching