English Language and Literature A Level

Applications Open: - 26th November 2025

Applications Close: - 16th January 2026

Entry Requirements: - Each course has its own entry requirements, please see course descriptions or the prospectus for details.

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices

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This course involves the study of linguistics and English literature.

This two-year A Level course involves the study of how language makes meaning through various forms of communication, including linguistics (the scientific study of language) and literature (poetry, prose and plays). Students will learn how to analyse a range of English language texts and they will produce their own creative and evaluative writing in response to set briefs. It is assessed through two written exams at the end of the second year and one piece of independent coursework.

This two-year A Level course is assessed over two written exams and one independent project.

5 GCSE or equivalent grade 4 or above, including a grade 5 in English Language and English Literature.

Students can go on to study any English related degree at university. English A-Level is one course that all universities and all courses really value.