GCSE English Literature
Aims of The Course
The GCSE English Literature course explores a wide range of Literature and encourages students to develop:
- The ability to read, understand and respond to all types of literature and to appreciate the ways in which different authors achieve their effects.
- Skills in locating information for the purposes of Literary Study.
- Understanding the need to ensure that the form and style of writing is suited to the particular audience and purpose.
Course Content
Students study a variety of post and pre 1914 texts including drama, poetry and prose.
Coursework: Students are required to produce a selection of 3 pieces of coursework
- A response to Shakespeare.
- A response to Pre & Post 1914 prose.
- A response to Post 1914 Drama.
Written examination: Students are required to answer 2 questions
- One on a post 1914 prose text.
- One on a selection of Pre & Post 1914 Poetry.
Assessment/Other Information
Students are assessed at the end of the course by the quality of their coursework and their success in a written examination. There are two tiers of entry for this - Foundation (C-G) and Higher (A*-D).
The overall percentage for each is as follows:
| Assessment Type | Percentage of Final Mark |
| Coursework | 30% |
| Written Examination | 70% |
| Total Marks | 100% |
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