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Course Overview
Discover the convenience of Open Learning College’s Distance Learning A-Level Courses, designed to accommodate students worldwide with the flexibility to study from the comfort of home. These comprehensive two-year programs provide access to extensive online course materials and personalised tutor guidance through a virtual learning platform. Upon completion of examinations, students receive certificates endorsed by reputable Awarding Bodies such as Edexcel, AQA, or OCR.
Whether you’re a newcomer to academia or seeking to enhance your qualifications for university admission, our adaptable A-Level courses are tailored to suit your individual needs. Study at your own pace, on your own schedule, and from any location that suits you.
Our comprehensive two-year A-Level Courses cover both the AS and A2 components, requiring students to sit exams as private candidates at approved examination centres. Successful completion of all required exams within a single assessment period ensures eligibility for the full A-Level qualification.
This qualification offers students a rich and expansive exploration of literary texts, encompassing a diverse range of genres and historical periods. By delving into the intricate construction of meaning through language, students engage with literature not only as readers but also as critical thinkers and writers. Through the study of literary texts, students develop the ability to articulate informed personal and creative responses, employing the associated concepts and terminology with coherent and precise written expression.
Central to the course is the analysis of how meanings are shaped within literary texts, fostering a deep understanding of narrative techniques, literary devices, and thematic elements. Through close textual analysis, students uncover the intricate layers of meaning embedded within each work, gaining insight into the author’s intentions and the broader socio-cultural contexts that inform the text’s creation and reception.
Moreover, students explore the significance and influence of the contexts in which literary texts are situated, considering factors such as historical events, cultural movements, and authorial background. By contextualising literary works within their socio-historical milieu, students develop a nuanced understanding of the complex interplay between text and context, enriching their interpretation and appreciation of literature.
Furthermore, the course encourages students to draw connections across literary texts, exploring thematic, stylistic, and conceptual parallels between works from different genres and periods. This comparative approach not only enhances students’ understanding of individual texts but also enables them to discern broader patterns and trends within literary history.
Through engagement with diverse interpretations and critical perspectives, students develop the capacity to explore literary texts from multiple angles, appreciating the richness and complexity of literary meaning. By fostering analytical skills, critical thinking, and a deep appreciation for the power of language and narrative, this qualification equips students with essential tools for academic success and personal enrichment in the realm of literature.
Course Key Topics
the A-Level English Literature course is one module.
Module 1: A-Level English Literature Knowledge and Understanding :
The English Literature specification requires you to undertake a varied programme of study so you can show knowledge and understanding of:
How writers in various genres use form to shape meaning and evoke responses in readers and audience.
The contexts in which texts have been produced and received and understanding of how these contexts influence meaning.
How to make connections and explore relationships between a range of literary texts.
How to read and experience texts critically and creatively.
Evaluate texts, drawing on understanding of interpretations presented by different readers such as literary critics.
How attitudes and values are expressed in texts.
Communicate fluently, accurately and effectively.
Use critical concepts and terminology with discrimination.
There is a coursework element as part of the award, which expects distance learning students to evaluate existing texts linked by genre or theme, demonstrating knowledge and understanding of English Literature.
Your assessed work will be marked and moderated by an independent coursework marker at the centre where you sit your examinations. There may be an additional fee for this marking. All distance learning students should download the Private Candidate Handbook from Edexcel’s website which gives you guidance on finding an examination centre and registering. Likewise, International students need to download the specific handbook for them, which will give alternative examination arrangements.
(Please click on the curriculum tab above to see a detailed view of each module)
Course Content
A-Level English Literature – FREE Starter Pack
How to…. (a series of explainer videos)
Module 1 – A-Level English Literature Knowledge and Understanding
Course Resources
Final Exam
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