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Department of Humanities
Grade: A-Level • A* - E

A-Level English Literature

An inspiring critical examination of drama, poetry, and prose across five centuries. Students explore Shakespeare, Gothic fiction, romantic poetry, and contemporary voices with close textual analysis and seminar debate.

Tuition & Funding

Fully Funded (UK 16-19) / £9,500 per annum (International)

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Duration

2 Years (Full-Time)

Year Group

Year 12-13 (Sixth Form)

Exam Board

OCR (H472)

Entry Requirements

Minimum Grade 6 in GCSE English Literature and GCSE English Language.

Applicants holding alternative qualifications (IGCSE, IB Middle Years, or overseas national diplomas) will have their equivalence assessed by the College Registry.

Assessment Method & Grading Scheme

Two 2.5-hour written examinations (80%) and one 3,000-word comparative NEA essay (20%).

Official Assessment Scale:A* - EView full grading criteria table →

Curriculum & Core Modules

1Shakespeare & Pre-1900 Drama: Hamlet and The Duchess of Malfi
2The Gothic Genre: Dracula & The Bloody Chamber
3Post-1900 Poetry and Close Critical Reading
4Literary Theory: Feminist, Marxist & Postcolonial Readings

University & Career Pathways

Graduates of A-Level English Literature at Prince College commonly progress into the following degree specialisms and professions:

Publishing & MediaLawCopywriting & CommunicationsAcademia & Teaching
Lead Academic Faculty

Dr. Beatrice Rowe

Head of English & Drama

MA English (King's College London), PhD Literary Studies (Exeter)

Fees & Bursaries

Fully Funded (UK 16-19) / £9,500 per annum (International)

UK students aged 16-18 may qualify for state-funded entitlement. Means-tested bursaries covering up to 100% of international tuition are available through the Prince Memorial Foundation.

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