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English literature GCSE

Arran Cameron
What does the IET and the engineering community think of the English literature GCSE? Is it relevant or beneficial for engineering or is it (like food tech) something that hardly anybody cares about?


English literature is a near compulsory GCSE in England but is now optional in Wales where it has experienced quite a heavy decline in the number of secondary school students taking it.
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    I did Pure English Literature at A level and I can confidently say that yes it has enriched my life. ? I absolutely loved studying Shakespeare and love watching his plays be they in a theatre or on TV.   See 45 Everyday Phrases Coined by Shakespeare to understand his influence on the English language. 


    Studying literature isn't just about, and I quote "reading stories". It's much more than that.  It goes hand in hand and compliments basic English Language studies in that it helps with reading, spelling and writing skills. It also helps with analytical skills "Why did the author use that specific word?" "What is the author trying to say here?"  


    I would say that obviously studying literature isn't necessary if you're looking for a career in Engineering but it does help in your overall career as a well rounded human being... ?
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    I did Pure English Literature at A level and I can confidently say that yes it has enriched my life. ? I absolutely loved studying Shakespeare and love watching his plays be they in a theatre or on TV.   See 45 Everyday Phrases Coined by Shakespeare to understand his influence on the English language. 


    Studying literature isn't just about, and I quote "reading stories". It's much more than that.  It goes hand in hand and compliments basic English Language studies in that it helps with reading, spelling and writing skills. It also helps with analytical skills "Why did the author use that specific word?" "What is the author trying to say here?"  


    I would say that obviously studying literature isn't necessary if you're looking for a career in Engineering but it does help in your overall career as a well rounded human being... ?
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