English Literature allows students to study a range of important literary texts, building on knowledge and skills acquired at GCSE. The different genres of novel, poetry and drama will be studied, encouraging students to develop as informed independent readers and critics of literary texts. There is some scope for a creative response to a specific text within the coursework. Course Content: In the first year you will study two modules: Aspects of Narrative and Dramatic Genres - The authors studied will include Jane Austen, Mark Haddon, S. T Coleridge, Thomas Hardy, Tennessee Williams and Shakespeare. In the second year you will study two further modules: Gothic Literature (Frankenstein, Wuthering Heights and Doctor Faustus) and produce coursework under the heading of Further and Independent reading. Teaching and Learning Styles: Exchanging ideas is an essential element of the study of English Literature. Classes make use of a range of interactive approaches including whole group discussions, small group activities and individual feedback on research tasks. Study of the texts is supported by specially prepared booklets and relevant audio/DVD material

At both AS and A2 level there is one written paper (2 hours) and a coursework folder containing two pieces of work. Written assignments are set and marked regularly in preparation for the exam. Coursework pieces are carefully supervised and students are offered individual advice on the drafting process. Examination Board AQA AS 1746 and A Level 2746 Assessment 60% Examination 40% Coursework Programme Co-ordinator Liz Ashoo Teaching Staff Liz Ashoo, John Patterson, Elisa Gray English Literature is a well-regarded subject which allows for the development of transferable skills, including the ability to communicate clearly, analyse incisively and argue a point, both orally and in writing. Potential careers could include: teaching; journalism and other media-related jobs; work in personnel and the law.