A-level English Literature

£495.00

A-level English Literature is a dynamic and intellectually stimulating course that encourages you to read widely, think critically, and develop independent interpretations of literary texts. Throughout your studies, you will explore various works from different periods, gaining insight into how literature reflects and shapes society. You’ll refine your ability to analyse multiple critical perspectives and articulate well-informed, evidence-based arguments clearly and confidently.

This A-level provides an excellent foundation for further study and a wide array of careers that value strong communication, research, and analytical skills. Whether you aspire to work in journalism, teaching, law, academia, media, advertising, marketing, politics, or the performing arts, A-level English Literature equips you with the expertise to succeed in any field that demands articulate expression and critical thinking.

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200 – 300 Study Hours

Level 3 Difficulty

Up to 56 UCAS Points

Pearson Edexcel Awarding Body

Course Overview

You will be required to complete the three assessments for A-level English Literature:

Written Exams:

  • Component 1: Drama. 30% of A-level
  • Component 2: Prose. 20% of A-level.
  • Component 3: Poetry. 30% of A-level

Non-Exam Assessment (NEA):

  • Coursework Task: 20% of A-level.

Course Content

  • Taming of the Shrew
  • The Importance of Being Earnest
  • The Supernatural
  • Pre-1900: Dracula, Bram Stoker. The Picture of Dorian Gray, Oscar Wilde.
  • Post-1900: Beloved, Toni Morrison. The Little Stranger, Sarah Waters.
  • Post-2000 poetry
  • The Canterbury Tales – The Wife of Bath
  • Unseen poetry
    • Awarding body: Pearson Edexcel
    • Our course code: X902
    • Qualification code: 9ET0

    Edexcel is the UK’s largest awarding organisation offering academic and vocational qualifications in schools, colleges and work places in the UK and abroad. They have been helping people succeed in life through learning for nearly 2 decades. Edexcel is a multinational education and examination body.

    Entry Requirements

    It is strongly recommended that you have studied English literature to GCSE or equivalent level before starting this course.

    Why Distance Learning?

    With online A-level study, you’ll sit the same exams and earn the same qualifications as you would in a traditional school setting—but with the flexibility to study when and where it suits you.

    Your final results and transcript will be identical to those of students who studied in a classroom, ensuring your A-levels are fully recognised and respected by colleges, universities, and employers worldwide. Whether you’re looking to broaden your subject choices, balance study with other commitments, or take control of your learning, distance learning gives you the freedom to achieve your academic goals on your terms.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Yes. There will be additional fees for your exams that are payable to the centre upon booking. Your personal tutor can provide more details.
    Yes, there is a set text that will come free with the course as e-books: AQA AS and A-Level English Literature (A) Anthology: love poetry through the ages, AQA and Cambridge University Press 2015. Additional texts you'll be required to read include: (1) Othello (Arden Shakespeare: Third Series), Bloomsbury Publishing. (2) The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Penguin Modern Classics 2000. (3) Skirrid Hill, Owen Sheers, Seren 2005. (4) All My Sons, Arthur Miller, Penguin Modern Classics 2009. (5) Spies, Michael Frayn, Faber and Faber 2011. (6) A View from the Bridge, Arthur Miller (introduction from the author and Philip Seymour Hoffman), Penguin Modern Classics 2010. (7) The Yellow Wallpaper (and Selected Writings), Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Virago.
    Yes! You study the same curriculum, take the same examinations and get the same qualification. The only difference is that the course is specially designed to be studied from home in your own time.
    We are able to offer places at partnership exam centres across the UK for our students, therefore, guaranteeing an exam venue. If you choose to find your own exam centre, you can, you will need to register with them as an external or private candidate. Fees vary across the country so we recommend enquiring prior to enrolment.
    You will need to pay separately for your final examinations. Additional texts may also need to be purchased to supplement your learning on the course.
    You will have access to your personal tutor, via email, who will mark your assignments and guide you through the course to help you get ready for your examinations. In addition, you will be supplied with a comprehensive Study Guide which will help you through the study and assessment process. Assignments are marked by your personal tutor within 5 days. Your personal tutor will be highly experienced in their subject area and qualified to teach.
    That’s fine, this course can be studied anywhere and is completed by submitting Tutor marked assignments (TMAs).
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