Failing English literature A level year 12

Hello I am in need of some advice. I am currently at sixth form and I study enterprise and entrepreneurship btec national diploma (double award), and I study English literature A level. I have recently got my predicted grades and I'm predicted 2 distinctions which is equivalent to 2 A's at A level, and then a D in English literature.

Should I be worried? I am going to put more work in but I really want to go to a good university and they require a B and I'm not sure whether I will be able to go from a E ( current grade), to a B in A level.

Any advice would be amazing. Thank you :smile:

Reply 1

barror1

Study Forum Helper, Universities Forum Helper

If you need it for uni, use the grade as a reason to work hard! Also, practise essays are the way to go :smile:

Reply 2

hollypeachey

Thank you so much, I will definitely practise stay writing :smile:

Original post by barror1

If you need it for uni, use the grade as a reason to work hard! Also, practise essays are the way to go :smile:

Reply 3

Gwil

Have you spoken to your teacher for advice on how to improve your English grade? I think the first step would be to study the assessment objectives thoroughly and try to see where your essays fall short of them. Have a serious look at what their weak-points are, and then practice writing with the areas you need to improve firmly in mind. Don't be afraid to ask your teacher for feedback.

Good luck!

Reply 4

Olivia((((((:

You can do it! I went from a D in AS English Literature last year to a B in A level this year -it’s definitely possible :smile:

If you have coursework, make sure to get a high grade in it so if the exams don’t go to plan you have some leeway- good luck and I’m sure you’ll make it! :h: