English Language and Literature combines both the literary and linguistic sides of English. English is considered a core skill by both universities and employers. This A-Level shows analysis, creative thinking, in-depth research techniques, and reading comprehension.
A Level English Language & Literature
Course code:9EL0
Delivery method: Online and Paper Based
Course duration: 24 Months
Entry requirements: English GCSE or equivalent
Award achieved: Pearson Edexcel A-Level English Language & Literature
Awarding body: Pearson Edexcel
English Language and Literature combines both the literary and linguistic sides of English. English is considered a core skill by both universities and employers. This A-Level shows analysis, creative thinking, in-depth research techniques, and reading comprehension.
During this A-Level English Language and Literature course you will explore voices in speech, varieties in language and literature while studying classics authors like Arthur Miller, Emily Bronte and Oscar Wilde.
Upon successful completion of the exam and practical assessments (as administered by Pearson Edexcel) you will have achieved an internationally recognised Pearson Edexcel A-Level English Language and Literature.
Tutor support
Our A-Level courses come with tutor feedback and support by email for 24 months. They will mark your TMAs and provide valuable guidance through any trickier parts of the course whenever you need it.
You will also receive a study guide to help you with all aspects of studying, essay writing and general student skills
- Developing an enthusiasm for English language and literature
- Use the concepts learned in a variety of contexts
- Develop a critical and enquiring approach to the study of English language and literature
- Engage creatively with a wide range of texts
- Develop skills as a producer and interpreter of language
- Develop the ability to study independently and over a sustained time period
The Pearson Edexcel A-Level English Language and Literature qualification is gained once both exam papers are successfully completed along with coursework. These exams are administered by the Pearson Edexcel and assessment centre details will be included with your course, as well as practice papers so that you are more than prepared for your assessments. You will need to contact your local examination centre to work through your coursework requirements.
In addition, there will be a number of tutor marked assessments (TMAs) to ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the course materials, with the tutor sending comments to guide you through any areas of potential difficulty, as well as a range of self-assessments that are indicators that you understand the materials as you work through them. These are for your own information, and do not need to be shown to your course tutor.
Online and Paper Based
The course is primarily an online course using a Learning Management System (LMS).
You can also choose to have a paper version of the course sent to you.
The online course has many features that cannot be printed such as embedded videos, forums and interactive tests.
The course includes Tutor Marked Assessments which you access and submit through the online system.
Course Outline
You must sit two examinations and submit a piece of coursework
Paper 1: Voices in speech and writing
This paper consists of two section. It’s open book so you can take a clean copy of the prescribed text into the exam
Section A: Voices in the 20th-21st Century Text
One essay question on an unseen extract selected from 20th and 21st century sources one text from the anthology
Section B: Drama Texts
One extract based essay on the chosen drama text;
Exam length: 2 hours, 40% of A-Level, 8 questions (You answer 2) 50 marks, 25 for each section
Paper 2: Varieties in Language and Literature
This paper consists of two section. It’s open book so you can take a clean copy of the prescribed text into the exam
Section A: Unseen Prose Non-Fiction Texts
One essay question on an unseen extract of non-fiction prose from a choice of four. The unseen extract is linked to the study theme.
Section B: Drama Texts
One comparative essay question from a choice of four on one prise fiction anchor text and the other from a theme
Exam length: 2 hours, 40% of A-Level, 8 questions (You answer 2) 50 marks, 25 for each section
Paper 3: Coursework Investigating and Creating Texts
The coursework component consists of two assignments
Assignment 1: Two pieces of original writing, one piece of fiction writing and one piece of creative non-fiction wiring
Assignment 2: One analytical commentary reflecting on your studies texts and the two original writing pieces you have produced
20% of the A-Level (60 Marks, 36 for Assignment 1 and 24 for Assignment 2)
Course Content
Unit 1: Voices in Speech and Writing
Voices in Speech and Writing: An Anthology
Arthur Miller, All My Sons
Unit 2: Varieties in Language and Literature
Emily Bronte, Wuthering Heights
Angela Carter, The Bloody Chamber
Unit 3: Coursework
Oscar Wilde, The Importance of Being Earnest
Wendy Jones, Grayson Perry: A portrait of the Artist as a Young Girl
Mock Exams:
Your online course contains mini assessments at the end of each chapter. However, if you wish to sit a Mock Exam before the finals, we can arrange that at the centre or online. Mock exam fees are additional, and they may vary from £25 to £50 per paper.
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Final Exams:
Roughly 6 months before your chosen exam date, you should book your place at an exam centre to take the final exam exams for A-Level Certificates.
Advanced level qualifications (known as A levels) are subject-based qualifications conferred as part of the General Certificate of Education, as well as a school leaving qualification offered by educational bodies in the United Kingdom. The exams take place every summer (May/June), and results are released in August.
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