“That is part of the beauty of all literature. You discover that your longings are universal longings, that you're not lonely and isolated from anyone. You belong. F Scott Fitzgerald  

Through the study of English Literature we can make sense of the world and who we are within it. It encourages a deeper level of thought; it challenges and affirms, broadens your perceptions and encourages you to have a deeper empathy with individuals and society around you. The basic skills of reading and writing are also vital to success in almost all career paths.  The course has a global context and so, although we consider British texts, we also study literature from around the world. We enjoy Shakespeare and other authors within the English literary canon, but also look at several texts in translation. Recent examples include: ‘Therese Raquin’, ‘Perfume’ and ‘A Doll’s House’. The scope of the course is wide with a large variety and choice of texts across many genres and continents.  Students are encouraged to participate in discussions and to offer their opinions and views which makes lessons insightful and very thought-provoking. English offers many inter-disciplinary skills that contribute to other subjects. It focuses on helping students improve their written expression; honing their analytical skills, learning how to be incisive when exploring language and gaining greater confidence in delivering presentations. 

“Higher Level English allows for a great diversity and range of texts all of which are interesting so there is always something you’ll love. Fuschia  

“Not only is the content highly engaging but you learn how to develop your skills of analysis and interpretation and become confident and independent thinkers and writers.  Ellen