16 CTK AQUINAS Temitope – A Level English Literature (A), Media Studies (A), Sociology (A*) “I achieved AAA* and am now studying English Literature at the University of Cambridge. My perspective of what my future could look like has broadened thanks to CTK. I was inspired to apply to Cambridge by meeting past alumni, attending networking events and advice about a range of career pathways. I’m so happy to have been awarded a £15,000 Metric Capital scholarship towards my costs of living at university.” ENGLISH LITERATURE A LEVEL Once you’re trained in your chosen field, your qualification will open up a whole new world of possibilities – you could go on to become a journalist, author. solicitor, copywriter or even a politician. CONTENT Your A Level English Literature course will develop your critical understanding, enjoyment and appreciation of literature. You will study a variety of texts from different time periods and make connections between these texts. Studying A Level English Literature will provide you with the opportunity to develop your close-reading skills and will improve your use of critical terminology. There will be an important focus on independent learning A LEVEL COURSES and wider reading which will enable you to broaden your literary perspective and understand how literature has changed throughout history. You will also study a range of poetry, prose and drama spanning from pre-1900 to post-2000 and this will include one play written by William Shakespeare. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS In addition to the general entry requirements for CTK Aquinas on page 10, you will also need GCSE English and GCSE English Literature grades 9-6. ASSESSMENT External examination and coursework. An A Level in English Literature can be the starting point to a range of careers – from teaching to law. English Literature is well-respected if you wish to pursue subjects at university such as English or English Literature, Creative Writing, Journalism, Drama, Media Studies and Law.
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