SGMC Prospectus 2021-22_v1.2.2 FINAL

ENGLISH LANGUAGE &
LITERATURE
COURSE INFORMATION
Qualification
Level 3
Entry
Requirements
A Level
DESCRIPTION
In addition to the
requirements for
A Levels on page
15, you will need
English Language
at Grade 5 or above.
This course suits students with a
love of reading and writing, and
who enjoy a high level of analytical
discussion about challenging topics
such as gender, dystopian writings,
cultural identity and sexuality.
In year one you will develop
analytical skills and knowledge of
key terms through the analysis of
the use of language and literary
features in non-fiction texts, a
fantasy novel and contemporary
poetry.
Most lessons will involve debate,
discussion, offering and challenging
interpretations as well as close level
linguistic analysis of language and
form and how they shape meaning.
DISTINCTIVE MODULES
• Remembered places
• Imagined worlds
• Poetic voice
• Writing about society
• Dramatic conflict
• Making connections
COMBINES WELL WITH
Politics, Law, History, Sociology, Film
Studies and Religious Studies.
ASSESSMENT
The course is assessed through 80%
exams and 20% coursework.
PROGRESSION
ACADEMIC PROGRESSION
Many students progress to study
arts or social science at degree level.
EMPLOYMENT PROGRESSION
You could progress to a career in
social enterprise, marketing, public
research, teaching, law, journalism
and many others.
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