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English Literature
(Edexcel)

Pupils who embark on this course should enjoy reading of their own volition and be capable
of carrying out independent study, e.g. wider reading and searching for literary criticism to
bolster the academic register of their essays.
As all the units will be examined at the end of the Year 13, it is imperative that all pupils
are aware that the ability to remember key quotations and terminology is a vital aspect of
exam success. The exams are ‘open book’, but the texts will be clean copies and an intimate
knowledge of all the set texts is vital.
The Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in English Literature consists of three externally
examined papers and one coursework component. The qualification requires the study of
eight set texts plus unseen poetry. There will also be the requirement for wider reading and
independent research. All three exams will be taken, and the coursework folder submitted, at
the end of Year 13.
This is a two year A level course only.
Components and Set Texts
• Component 1: One Shakespeare play (King Lear) and Marlowe’s Dr Faustus. Plus the
study of a collection of related essays (literary criticism). 30% Exam: 2hrs (Open book)
• Component 2: Supernatural : Dracula, The Picture of Dorian Gray 20% Exam: 1hr
(Open book)
• Component 3: Unseen Practice: modern poetry. The study of one era Pre- 1900 Poetry
from: Medieval, Metaphysical, Romantic or Victorian. 30% Exam: 2hrs (Open book)
• Component 4: Gothic Literature: Wuthering Heights, Frankenstein 20% Folder: 2,500-
3,000 words
Entry requirements:
Pupils are required to have studied English Literature and English Languages at GCSE and
received a minimum of a grade 6 in both.

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