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English A Literature

ENGLISH LITERATURE IB COURSE INFORMATION

What is the course about?

It gives students an opportunity to broaden and deepen their appreciation of a wide range of literature from various cultures. It includes a study of one play by Shakespeare which students will be required to talk about, as well as poetry and prose, some in translation. We currently emphasise the study of drama.

How is the course structured?

Within the first year most of the preparation and study is towards the oral tasks of presentation and commentary, although this also includes reading and discussion of texts which will lead to a coursework essay designed by each student.
In the second year the emphasis shifts to written tasks and preparation for both examination papers.

What are the requirements?

At standard level native level fluency in English is necessary, otherwise you are suitable to study English B. At higher level a real interest in and commitment to reading literature is expected and should be evidenced by at least a grade B in IGCSE Literature or equivalent as well as a B in IGCSE English.

What materials will I need?

Nothing.
All texts are supplied but you may be expected to purchase any text you wish to annotate.

What will I learn?

How to write and talk about a wide range of known and unknown literary texts in a structured way.

What careers are open to me?

Any requiring precision of expression and an ability to understand and interpret complex written texts in detail.
These skills are applicable to obviously literary related careers such as journalism, broadcasting or law but are also useful in any business context dealing with written or spoken language.
Where can I find more information?
Please ask for a course handout or speak to any teacher in the English Department
 
C Riley


 


Subjects we offer:

Academic Skills
Biology
Business & Management
Chemistry
Computer Science
English A Literature
English B
Environmental Systems & Societies
French A Language & Literature
French B
German A Literature
German B
Geography
History
Mathematics
Music
Spanish B
Physics
Polish A Literature
Portuguese B
Psychology
Theatre
Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Visual Arts

Leadership

Patrick Lagendijk
​​IB Co-ordinator

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