Enhancing Literary Understanding through AS/A2 English Literature
Explore the AS and A2 English Literature courses covering poetry, drama, prose, Shakespearean genres, and more, along with the benefits of studying this subject for personal development and career opportunities.
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AS and A2 English Literature 'Books were my pass to personal freedom' Oprah Winfrey
AS English Literature AS 1:The Study of Poetry 1900-Present and Drama 1900-Present: External Written Examination: 2 hrs: 60% AS Students study poets such as: Seamus Heaney, Robert Frost, Elizabeth Jennings and Philip Larkin. Students study the play, 'A Streetcar Named Desire' by Tennessee Williams. AS 2: The Study of Prose Pre 1900 External Written Examination:1 hr: 40% AS Students study 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte.
A2 English Literature A2 1: Shakespearean Genres: External Examination: 1 hr 30 mins: 20% of A Level Students study Measure for Measure by Willim Shakespeare. A2 2: The Study of Poetry Pre 1900 and Unseen Poetry: External Examination: 2 hrs: 20% of A Level Students study the poetry of John Donne or Emily Dickinson. A2 3: Internal Assessment: 20% of A Level Students study two novels of their own choice, one of which must be a twenty-first- century novel eg Cormac McCarthy 'The Road' and George Orwell '1984'. Students then write an essay of 2500 words.
Why Study AS/A2 English Literature? It is an A2 qualification respected by all leading Universities. It is an A2 subject traditionally studied by students pursuing, Law or other Arts based degrees. It develops literacy, debating and analytical study techniques highly relevant to all careers. It develops the personal qualities of empathy, respect and compassion which are helpful in all careers. The English Department achieves excellent results each year.
