1. Welcome to A Level English Language and Literature Combined
By the end of this course you will:
Appreciate the contribution of English language and literature to history, society and culture.
Develop analytical and evaluative skills, together with the ability to look at texts from both a literary and linguistic viewpoint.
Use an enquiring, critical and thoughtful approach to the study of English literature and language.

2. GCE English Language and Literature
The themes you will study...
In Year 12
Theme 1: Anthology study for the examination (the representation of place).
Paris Anthology
Theme 2: Prose and Poetry study for the examination.
Carol Ann Duffy or Seamus Heaney Anthology
Dracula or A Handmaid’s Tale
In Year 13
Theme 3: Exploring conflict (re-creative writing and analysis of set drama text).
The Kite Runner/The Great Gatsby
All My Sons/A Street Car Named Desire
Theme 4: Personal investigation on a chosen theme and texts (non-exam assessment).
Commitment
Community
Consideration
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2 exams in Y13
each worth 40% +
20% non-examined assessment

3. Commitment GCE English Language and Literature What skills are needed?
Essay writing skills
Skills of literary and linguistic 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, original writing, research or analysis of texts)
Independent reading and research to support classroom learning and exam success
An intrinsic interest in a range of literature and language texts.

4. Why GCE English Language and Literature?
It is an extremely academic A Level that will be well regarded by all universities and employers.
Studying language and literature helps you understand and relate to the world around you.
It will help you develop skills that will complement other analytical subjects, like History.
It’s fun! If you enjoy reading, you’ll find the course enjoyable and stimulating.
It will allow you to engage creatively by producing texts yourself.
Please choose ONE key reason why you think students would enjoy, or be successful, on this course…

5. GCE English Language and Literature
Course requirements
College entry requirements
Grade 6 in GCSE English Literature and Language
Department contact details
Miss Sophie Perkins or Mrs Mitchell
2014/15 Department Performance
A Level: 100% A*-C
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