GCSE English Literature

Course Length

One or two years.

This course enables the students to become acquainted with some of the major works of Literature from past and present time in the principal genres of drama, poetry and prose. They are required to develop their knowledge to as great a depth as possible, but this should be an enjoyable experience for every student and one which enriches their experience of life. Both personal and analytical responses have value in their answers. Coursework has now been replaced by a controlled assessment involving a timed supervised assignment based on student research in class and at home, as well as taught texts.

The Specification

OCR English Literature J360

Assessment

Course Content

Section A Shakespeare and Film/Audio/Live performance: Candidates study a set play and a film, audio or live performance of the same play. One task will be set requiring comment, criticism and analysis of aspects of the play and of linked scenes from the film, audio or live performance. See the reading list for the set play.

Section B Poetry: Candidates will study the work of one set poet. One task will be set requiring comparison between two of the poems set for study. See reading list for the set poet.

A662 Modern Drama
Candidates will study one set play. See the reading list for the set play.

A663 Prose from Different Cultures
Candidates will study one set text. See the reading list for the set text.

A664 Literary Heritage Prose and Contemporary Poetry
Literary Heritage Prose (15%)
Candidates will study one set text. See the reading list for the set poet.
Contemporary Poetry (10%)
Candidates will study one poet and be prepared to answer one question on one poem or alternatively study fifteen poets and be prepared one question on an unseen contemporary poem.

Reading List