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Level 3
AQA L3 A Level in English Language and Literature
COURSE OVERVIEW
This course combines linguistic and literary approaches to the study of texts in each of the three units which make up the full A level. The course is accessible and stimulating and you will engage with a variety of spoken and written texts, both fiction and non-fiction.
You will study six texts, which will include a mixture of novels, poetry and plays, as well as non-fiction and spoken texts, using a range of linguistic and literary concepts to explore them. You will demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the texts both through analytical essays and creative responses.
A wide range of teaching and learning styles are used during the course. Formal lessons are combined with discussion, group work, task- based learning and research activities. It is also expected that you will work independently outside lessons, completing a range of tasks and activities.
FURTHER INFORMATION
You need a minimum of five GCSEs at 9-4, including grade 4 in English Language, grade 4 in English Literature and grade 4 in Maths.
You need to be a keen reader, and genuinely interested in what language and literature are, and their importance. You will need to learn to analyse texts clearly and accurately, using the appropriate terminology and literary/ linguistic concepts. You will also need to enjoy reading widely and be willing to discuss your ideas and listen to those of others.
English Language and Literature is a popular subject and experience has shown that it can be successfully combined with any A Level.
For some people it makes an interesting contrast to sciences and Maths or a helpful adjunct to Performance Studies or Music.
It is a helpful qualification in careers such as teaching, journalism, publishing and the media.
Go on to study it at a higher level at university.
Use it as a widely recognised entry qualification for a wide range of degree courses.
You will be assessed by two examinations at the end of the second year.
The first exam will test your knowledge of an anthology of short non-fiction texts, a novel and a selection of poems. The three questions will ask you to write analytical essays in response to the texts.
The second exam will test your knowledge of a full-length non- fiction text and a play. The questions will ask you to write an essay in response to the play, and a creative piece in response to the non-fiction text. You will also be asked to write a commentary explaining the effects you have achieved in your creative response.
You will also be assessed by one piece non-examined assessment (coursework) of 2500-3000 words, in which you will make connections between one literary text and some non-literary material.
You need to be able to:
- Complete independent study tasks. Complete all assignments and homework tasks on time.
- Display good communication skills in speaking and writing.
- Learn and be able to apply the necessary terminology in analysing texts.