This course is the follow-up to Part 1, and continues to examine how literature captures human experience, creates cultural identity and speaks across time. This course invites you to explore the themes, characters and contexts that shape some of the greatest works ever written in the English language. You will engage with poetry, prose and drama from across the centuries —examining how authors reflect and challenge the values of their time, and how their works continue to resonate today. This qualification can hone your analytical and essay-writing skills and develop your independent thought.
The course contains six units that follow on from Part 1:
Entry Requirements: Level 2 English, plus English Literature A-Level Part 1
Format of Course Materials: Paper-based
Assignments: 5 written assignments, coursework and 1 past paper for revision.
Exams: Two invigilated, closed book exams (180 minutes; 150 minutes)
Prison Support Requirements:Facilitate tutor support via email. This often requires scanning learner assignments and email them to their tutor. Co-ordinate with NEC to arrange and facilitate exams.
Tutor Support: Yes
What’s Next? There are range of possible progression options including a range of writing courses and an Open University Access course.
Find Out More: From NEC here
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