Year 10 & 11 Literature Spec
Qualification: GCSE English Literature (9-1)
QAN Code: 601/4447/6
Level: 1 & 2
Exam Board: Edexcel
What you learn about:
You will:
· Develop close reading and analytical skills in evaluating specific texts
· Read and study a Shakespeare Text (Macbeth)
· Read and study a 19th Century Novel (A Christmas Carol)
· Read and study a Modern Text (An Inspector Calls)
· Read and study a collection of poetry on the theme of power and conflict.
Assessment:
This two-year course is assessed through an external examination at the end of Year 11.
Paper 1: Shakespeare and 1914 Literature
- 1 hour 45 minutes
- 80 marks
- 50% of GCSE
Paper 2: 19th Century Novel and Poetry Since 1789
- 2 hours 15 minutes
- 80 marks
- 50 % of GCSE
Other Information:
It is a requirement that students study both English Language and English Literature and therefore gain two separate GCSEs in the English subjects.