Thames High School Thames High School

English Level 3

ENG3
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Whaea R. Allen.

Recommended Prior Learning

A pass in at least two English external standards at Level Two, together with internal standards. 


English Level 3

This course covers a variety of English skills and texts. Students are expected to enter for the two external standards and three internal standards

In addition, some optional internal standards may be negotiated with the teacher. 

This course will provide an opportunity to gain literacy for University Entry. 

Core standards:

AS 91479 Critical Texts

AS  91475 Writing Portfolio

AS   91478 Connections Across texts

External Standards:

AS 91474 Written texts

AS 91474 Unfamiliar Texts

Optional internally-assessed topics include:
AS 91476 Speech
AS 91477 Visual Essay







Course Overview

Term 1
Satire and Creative Writing

20th Century Drama and Novel – Power and Oppression
• The Crucible

Term 2
20th Century Drama and Novel – Power and Oppression
• The Handmaid’s Tale

20th Century Poetry – the female voice
• Carol Anne Duffy The World’s Wife Collection

A Profound Look into the Human Condition
• Shakespeare’s Sonnets

Term 3
Identity / Cultural Differences / Racism in the 20th Century
• The Danger of a Single Story Ted Talk
• The Reluctant Fundamentalist

Term 4
Exam Revision and Study Skills

Learning Areas:

English


Career Pathways

Secondary School Teacher, Speech-Language Therapist, Journalist, Communications Professional, Technical Writer, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Early Childhood Teacher, Barrister, Author, Primary School Teacher



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										

Basic pens, pencils, exercise book or refill.


Disclaimer

Courses outlined will only be available if sufficient students wish to take them AND appropriate staff are available to teach them.

Courses that do not run may be offered through distance learning and be supported by the Distance Learning Department.