Study English Literature in a live, specialist Sixth Form classroom.
English Literature at iBOS develops drama, poetry and prose across historical periods and international contexts, connecting specification knowledge to feedback, examination readiness and the student’s next destination.
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Knowledge · dialogue · feedback · mastery
What students study in English Literature
Knowledge · dialogue · feedback · mastery
The course develops drama, poetry and prose across historical periods and international contexts. The current Pearson specification controls assessed content and the school confirms its sequence for each cohort.
Poetry and prose
Drama
Shakespeare and pre-1900 writing
Comparison, context and interpretation
How Live Teaching Develops Understanding
Live discussion tests interpretations against language and form, while detailed feedback turns perceptive reading into coherent argument.
Assessment and Examination Route
Pearson Edexcel IAL English Literature is externally assessed through four modular units. The current text selection is confirmed for each cohort.
University and Career Progression
English Literature supports humanities, law, education, journalism, publishing and degrees requiring advanced reading and argument.
Is this the right subject?
Strong reading stamina, accurate quotation, sensitivity to language and extended comparative writing are important. Choice must also consider the complete combination, workload and intended university requirements.
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03 · OutcomePlan Assessment and Examinations
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