IB DP English A: Literature SL
English A: Literature SL is the Standard Level course for English A: Literature. It covers the close study of literary works from different periods, places and forms.
Standard Level (SL) courses cover the essential content and skills in roughly 150 teaching hours, giving a solid foundation without the added depth and breadth of Higher Level.
What students will do
- Read closely and critically
- Write detailed literary analysis
- Discuss texts with confidence
Internal assessment
Students complete an individual oral, which contributes to the final grade alongside the external exams.
Revision tip
Keep a small notebook of new words, and use each one in a sentence of your own within a day or two.
Should I choose HL or HL?
Choose HL for subjects you enjoy most or may study at university, and SL for the rest. Your teacher or DP coordinator can advise on the right balance.