St Thomas of Aquin's
S6 Advanced Higher English
Course overview.
The Advanced Higher English course is a fantastic opportunity for pupils who have a real love of literature to explore this passion further. The Advanced Higher English course is also valuable preparation for university as it requires pupils to be prepared to work independently towards extended deadlines.
Methodology
How is the course assessed?
There are two types of assessment:
External and Internal
The external assessment forms the basis for the final grade and takes the following format:
- Portfolio (60%)
Section 1: dissertation
Learners will produce a dissertation to demonstrate planning, research and presentation of their knowledge and understanding of an aspect or aspects of literature.
The text(s) chosen must not be the same as those used in the Literary Study question paper.
This dissertation will be between 2,500 and 3,000 words long and will be worth 30 marks (30% of the total mark).
Section 2: writing
Learners will produce two pieces of writing for two different purposes. The writing can be from the following types:
♦ persuasive
♦ informative
♦ argumentative
♦ personal/reflective
♦ prose fiction
This Section will be worth marks (30% of the total mark). Up to fifteen marks will be awarded for each essay selected for the portfolio.
The purpose of this question paper is to assess learners’ ability to apply the skills of critical analysis and evaluation to literary texts.
This question paper will give learners an opportunity to demonstrate the following skills, knowledge and understanding:
♦ the skills of critical analysis and evaluation of a previously studied literary text(s)
♦ the skills of critical analysis and evaluation of an unseen text such as a poem, an extract from a novel or drama text.
Learners will choose one question from a range of questions to provide an extended written response. Learners will select from genres taught, such as poetry, drama or prose. This will be worth 25 marks (25% of the total mark). The text(s) chosen must not be the same as those used in the dissertation.
Learners will also complete a textual analysis of an unseen text or extract from a text. This will be worth 20 marks (20% of the total mark).
The question paper will have 40 marks in total (40% of the total mark).
Internal assessment:
Pupils must pass the internal assessment in order to gain the full qualification. Internal assessments will complement the preparation for the external assessment element of the course. There are two units of internal assessment:
Creation and production :
The learner will:
Produce complex and sophisticated written texts by:
1.1 Selecting significant ideas, using a form and structure appropriate to purpose and audience.
1.2 Applying knowledge and understanding of language and language choice.
1.3 Critically reflecting on the development of their writing.
Analysis and evaluation
Critically analyse and evaluate complex and sophisticated literary texts in depth by:
1.1 Exploring main ideas and themes
1.2 Applying knowledge and understanding of language to analyse and evaluate meaning and effect
1.3 Exploring connections and comparisons between literary texts
The learner will develop literary research skills by:
2.1 Producing a research outline in which the purpose of the undertaken literary research is identified and explained
2.2 Selecting, analysing and evaluating evidence from a range of sources
2.3 Understanding approaches to organising research findings
Recording & Reporting
Specific Home Study tasks will be distributed on a regular basis by individual class teachers, but pupils are also advised to revise English skills independently.
Self-revision/Home Study exercises that pupils are recommended to undertake should include:
- Reading and note-taking on dissertation texts
- Reading of secondary sources for dissertation text
- Revision of class texts
- Reviewing notes for textual analysis
- Preparation and writing of folio
Home work will appear here soon.
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General Reminders: Dissertations should be between 2500 and 3000 words. Use of secondary Critical Perspectives is advisable in the support of your line of argument. Sources which directly impact on your dissertation need to be fully referenced (Primary and Secondary sources) using footnotes and a Bibliography - see guide below.
2.1 Producing a research outline in which the purpose of the undertaken literary research is identified and explained. 2.2 Selecting, analysing and evaluating evidence from a range of sources. 2.3 Understanding approaches to organising research findings. English: Creation and Production (Advanced Higher) Outcome 1.
Project-dissertation 2016 (All links open as PDF files) From session 2019/20 onwards, the word count for the Advanced Higher English project: dissertation will increase to a maximum of 3,500 words (was previously 3,000 words). None of these examples reflect the revised word count however, they all remain valid and continue to exemplify national ...
The project—dissertation is worth 30 marks. This is 30% of the overall marks for the course assessment. This is one of four course assessment components. The other components are a Literary Study question paper, Textual Analysis question paper, and a portfolio—writing. The marking instructions for the Advanced Higher English project ...
Advanced Higher English Project-dissertation . Overview of Understanding Standards resources . Band range Mark . Genre/texts ; U/S ref. Comment . 10-6; 8 . Prose fiction : The Cement ... dissertation which fully meets every descriptor in the 22 -19 band range and is awarded the top mark in that band range. 22-19 . 22 . Prose fiction . The ...
Candidates should be made aware that the primary purpose of the Advanced Higher English project-dissertation is to write a sustained critical analysis, analysing and evaluating literary technique. The wording of the dissertation topic should reflect this wherever possible. Dissertations which set out to deal with a particular theme or themes ...
These topics/texts must not be the subject of teaching or assessment in other units of the Advanced Higher English and Communication course or of other units or courses. ... - These can be used as secondary sources in your final dissertation and can be used to support your argument or be something that you argue against Outline Plan (Essay ...
(portfolio-writing and project-dissertation) Valid from academic session 2019/20 onwards For course assessment at Advanced Higher, candidates are required to submit a portfolio containing two written texts from two different genres and a dissertation. Advanced Higher English coursework is electronically marked. Electronic marking requires each
English Literature Dissertation Handbook Page 9 Word count includes: the main body of the dissertation (that is, introduction, chapters, and conclusion) any footnotes, and the list of abbreviations (if used). Word count excludes: para-textual materials, that is: the title and cover pages abstract acknowledgements
The dissertation will continue to be marked out of 30. The word count remains the same and the dissertation must be between 2,500 and 3,500 words. All current conditions of assessment for both the Advanced Higher English portfolio and dissertation, as outlined in the course specification, remain unchanged.
Advanced Higher English is a challenging course, but there is no need to feel daunted by it . This Study Guide, like the course itself, divides into four sections: ... to plan, research and present your findings from primary and secondary sources in dissertation form . Texts selected for dissertation purposes must be untaught . Like your
Advanced Higher English Useful Information, Websites and Revision Tips. Component 1: Literary Study ... Use the SQA website to review example dissertation topics along with marks allocated and comments made. ... Use (and identify) secondary sources to support points made and suggest alternative perspectives. SQA Exam Board Website- Advanced ...
Q to S. Candidates should be made aware that the primary purpose of the Advanced Higher English project-dissertation is to write a sustained critical analysis, analysing and evaluating literary technique. The wording of the dissertation topic should reflect this wherever possible. Dissertations which set out to deal with a particular theme or ...
The Advanced Higher English course is also valuable preparation for university as it requires pupils to be prepared to work independently towards extended deadlines. ... Reading of secondary sources for dissertation text; Revision of class texts; Reviewing notes for textual analysis; Preparation and writing of folio .
The link below provides some help and assistance in how to structure your 'academic' piece of writing - your dissertation. The notes cover many of the elements we have discussed in class but there are links to examples, wordbanks and more.
appropriate use of quotation from both texts throughout the dissertation and direct quotation of material from a secondary source. Analysis The candidate provides relevant analysis of a range of techniques and these are used to support the line of argument. The candidate offers analysis of
Advanced Higher English Literary Study Specimen Question Paper August 2019; Advanced Higher English Textual Analysis Specimen Question Paper August 2019; 2021. There were no exams in 2021. The 2020-21 question paper resources are, for most subjects, modified papers which reflect the modifications put in place for session 2020-21
Dissertation You will plan and write a 3000 word dissertation. This will take the form of a literary study of one or more literature texts of your choice. Evaluation of secondary sources is a requirement of the unit assessment linked to this part of the portfolio. Marked out of 30. 30%
Level: Advanced Higher. Introduction to textual analysis - reading a variety of texts - focus on poetry. Identify dissertation topic - begin reading of texts and research - continue in holidays. Literary Study - Study of poetry and prose texts for the literary study element of the exam. Annotate and revise texts - secondary research.
The dissertation discusses Lee's humorous, authentic dialogue compared to the lack of dialogue employed by Sage, which serves to highlight the authors' contrasting childhood experiences. The candidate comments on the argument between Lee's neighbours, "Er's bald as a tater root! Wicked old hump, I'll see her gone", highlighting the ...
Advanced Higher English coursework is electronically marked. Electronic marking requires each candidate's portfolio and dissertation to be electronically scanned. To ensure complete accuracy in the scanning process, candidates must use the SQA approved template to produce a physical copy of their portfolio and dissertation for submission.
Advanced Higher English Project Dissertation 2022-23 Candidate Evidence ... Advanced Higher English Project Dissertation 2022-23 Candidate Evidence SQA | www.understandingstandards.org.uk 2 of 13. Advanced Higher English Project Dissertation 2022-23 Candidate Evidence SQA | www.understandingstandards.org.uk 3 of 13 ...