The AQA specification for A Level English Laguage and Literature encourages independent study of a range of texts designed to ensure the right balance and coverage of the two disciplines. This specification enables students to see how linguistic and literary methods are related and to explore these links in their work.
Name: English Language and Literature A Level Qualification title: English Language and Literature A Level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Paper 1: Telling Stories Methods of language analysis are integrated into the activities assessed. These include: Remembered places – the representation of place Imagined worlds – point of view and genre in prose Poetic voices – the forms and functions of poetic voice Written exam: 3 hours Paper 2: Exploring Conflict Methods of language analysis are integrated into the activities assessed. These include: Writing about society – the role of the individual in society, and re-creative writing based on set texts Critical commentary – evaluating own writing Dramatic encounters – conflict in drama Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes Non-exam assessment: Making Connections A personal investigation that explores a specific technique or theme in both literary and non-literary discourse (2,500–3,000 words) Making connections – investigation on a chosen theme and texts Assessed by teachers Awarding - Created 20161026 08:11:54 Updated 20161026 08:13:24
A minimum of 4 texts will need to be purchased alongside stationary. There are conferences run by AQA each year costing approximately £40 including entry and travel – there are two in total. Where possible attendance at performances of the set texts will be organised, incurring additional costs. Equipment required A minimum of 4 texts will need to be purchased alongside stationary. There are conferences run by AQA each year costing approximately £40 including entry and travel – there are two in total. Where possible attendance at performances of the set texts will be organised, incurring additional costs.
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