Course Level: A Level
Exam Board: OCR
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Entry requirements: 5 GCSE's Grade 6 or above including English Literature and Language
Course Description
A Level in English Language and Literature (EMC) is designed to develop learners’ ability to apply and integrate both linguistic and literary approaches to the study and creation of texts. The course aims to equip learners with analytical, evaluative, and productive skills through the exploration of a broad range of spoken and written texts, including prose, poetry, drama, and non-literary works from various historical periods.
Exploring Non-Fiction and Spoken Texts (Component 1):
Analysis of a diverse anthology of 20 spoken and written non-fiction texts from different time periods and contexts
The Language of Poetry and Plays (Component 2):
Study Blake: Songs of Innocence and Experience and Shakespeare: Othello, focusing on how language and style shape meaning and dramatic effect
Reading as a Writer, Writing as a Reader (Component 3):
Analyze Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald and create an original narrative writing, applying techniques learned from literary study
Analysing and Producing Texts (NEA - Component 4):
A coursework project including:
- A comparative essay on one set non-fiction text and a second text of the your choice.
- An original piece of non-fiction writing..
Assessment
- Component 1 16% 1 hour written paper,
- Component 2 32%, 2 hour written paper
- Component 3 32%, 2 hour written paper
- Component 4 NEA worth 20%
Career Pathways
Upon successful completion of this course, you can choose to progress on to further study at university or enter employment. This A-Level is excellent preparation for university courses in: English Literature, Creative Writing, Journalism, Law. Media and Communication, History, Politics, Philosophy.
Job Opportunities
Directly Related Careers: Journalist, Editor, Publisher, Author/Writer, Poet, Playwright, Scriptwriter (TV, Film, Theatre), Literary Critic, English Teacher/Lecturer, Copywriter, Content Creator, Communications Officer
Creative Industries: Theatre Director, Dramaturg, Actor, Stage/Script Editor, Producer (TV, Film, Radio), Creative Marketing Specialist
Public Sector & Legal Professions: Solicitor/Barrister (via further study), Civil Service Officer, Policy Analyst, Local Government Administrator, Police Officer (especially roles requiring analytical and communication skills)
Cultural & Heritage Sector: Archivist, Museum Curator, Librarian, Heritage Manager
Business, Media & Communication: Public Relations Specialist, Brand Strategist, Digital Marketing Executive, Human Resources Officer, Advertising Executive
