A Level English
Language and Literature

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Students who choose to combine English Literature and English language at A Level can expect to focus on the integration of language and literature; exploring how linguistic and literary methods are related.

  • Entry Criteria

    5 GCSEs (9-4) including Maths at a grade 4 and English Language at a grade 5.

  • What will I study?

    You will study:
    • Telling Stories - remembered places, imagined words, poetic voices and methods of language analysis
    • Exploring conflicts - writing about society, critical commentary, dramatic encounters
    • Making connections - explores a specific technique or theme in both literary and non-literary discourse

  • Future Prospects

    English Language and Literature is an interesting and challenging A Level as well as being excellent preparation for university and your future career. Careers include:


    • Law
    • Digital and Creative
    • PR
    • Marketing
    • Journalism
    • Sales
    • Teaching
    • Management
    • Administration
    • Information Management
    • Publishing
    • Public Services.