Sixth Form Prospectus - Kimbolton School

ENGLISH LITERATURE AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATUREWHY?• Because you enjoy the subject• Because you are good at it• Because you love reading• Because it fits in well with your other subjects• Because you enjoy discussionWhich subject is best for me?English Literature• Entirely based on literary texts• Shakespeare in Upper Sixth• Coursework in both years• A creative element• Wide breadth of literature includingmajor figures such as Hardy, Wilde,Owen, Wordsworth, etc.• Preferred by universities if you wantto study EnglishEnglish Language and Literature• Varied texts studied including speeches,newspapers, magazines as well asliterary texts• Creative work including multimediaassignments• Coursework in both years• Shakespeare not central• Some grammar and linguistic analysisinvolved• Liked by universities but they are not sokeen if you want to study EnglishWhat’s special about English at Kimbolton?• Small classes in an informal but purposeful environment• Regular extra-curricular programme including literary visit to Hardy country and other literaryvisits• Excellent results: 70% A/B average over past six years• Flexible approach to teaching• Excellent resourcesWhat do I need?• Enthusiasm• Preparedness to listen and discuss• An open mind• A willingness to read widely• Passes in English and English Literature at Grade C or aboveFor further information, contact Mr S Pollard. E-mail: skp@kimbolton.cambs.sch.uk