Welcome to GCE English Literature By the end of this course you will: Appreciate the contribution of English literature to history, society and culture. Develop analytical and evaluative skills, together with qualities and attitudes that will equip you for the challenges and responsibilities of working life Use an enquiring, critical and thoughtful approach to the study of English literature.

GCE English Literature The themes you will study... Theme 1: Love through the ages (Shakespeare and poetry) Theme 2: Love through the ages (prose) Theme 3: Texts in shared contexts (Modern times: 1945 to the present day) Theme 4: Independent critical study: texts across time (non-exam assessment) Commitment Community Consideration Please see above logos for all other exam boards to personalise for your course Toot Hill College

Literature A Level: Assessment Exam board: Assessment: Percentage: Detail: Examination 80% Two exams sat at the end of Year 13. Paper 1: Love Through the Ages 3hrs(40%) Paper 2: Texts in Shared Contexts 2 hr, 30 mins (40%) Coursework 20% 2,500 word essay comparing a theme of your choice across two texts. Please see above logos for all other exam boards to personalise for your course

GCE English Literature Department contact details Ms Leah Witton Lwitton@toothillschool.co.uk Course requirements College entry requirements B grade in GCSE English Literature and Language 2015/16 Department Performance: A Level: 83.3% A*-C

Commitment GCE English Literature What skills are needed? Essay writing skills Skills of analysis to apply to a range of texts The ability to cross-reference and compare texts Expectations and workload 3 internal formal assessments completed per academic year 2 to 3 homework assignments completed per week (essays, research or analysis of texts) High level of independent reading to support classroom learning and exam success An intrinsic interest in a range of literature and changes over time.

Why GCE English Literature? In English Literature A’ level you will learn about yourself and the world around you. You will explore a range of texts, many of which we hope you will grow to love as much as we do. You will achieve an extremely academic, highly-regarded qualification. You go out on memorable trips Many students go on to study degrees in English, History or Art History. Please choose ONE key reason why you think students would enjoy, or be successful, on this course…