Welcome to A Level English Language and Literature

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.

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 2 exams in Y 13 each worth 40% + 20% nonexamined assessment

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.

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 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.

GCE English Language and Literature Department contact details • Miss Sophie Perkins or Mrs Mitchell • SPerkins@toothillschool. co. uk • CMitchell@toothillschool. co. uk 2014/15 Department Performance A Level: 100% A*-C Please take a handout and let us know if you have any questions. Course requirements • College entry requirements • Grade 6 in GCSE English Literature and Language