English Literature Course Content

English Literature is a complex and fulfilling discipline at A-level which builds on the foundations from GCSE and extends into critical theory, comparison of multiple texts within similar and different contexts and backgrounds and allows students to develop appreciation for how literature has impacted upon history.

Texts studied are wide-ranging and draw upon the expertise within the English department; we currently teach Shakespeare, pre-20th Century poetry, modern prose and a selection of texts focused on World War I and its aftermath.

At Prince Albert High, there is a focus on student-centred learning and much of the analysis, interpretation and dissection of literature is based on student input. We are firm in the belief that the study of literature is strengthened by each generation’s re-examining of classic texts and look forward to working with you towards this aim.