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ENGLISH LITERATURE AND LITERATURE
LLENYDDIAETH A IAITH SAESNEG
Why study English Language and Literature?
The aim of the course is to encourage an enjoyment and appreciation of English Language and English Literature
which enables learners to develop intellectual maturity through exploring a range of literary and non-literary texts.
Through their reading, learners are able to develop the skills required to interrogate texts, be critically reflective,
consider other viewpoints, be independent, make connections across a range of texts and to understand and evaluate
the effects of a variety of contexts. Students should be prepared to work independently, reading a wide range of
literature, as well as in-depth study of texts. They will be expected to participate in discussions, share their creative
writing responses and demonstrate knowledge and understanding by applying linguistic and literary concepts.
What are the course entry requirements?
A desirable requirement is that students have achieved a Grade C or equivalent in English and English Literature and
an essential requirement is enthusiasm for the subject. English Language and Literature may be studied alongside
many AS and A Level courses such as Politics, Law, Music and Art.
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