Course description

Working with Henry James' The Turn of the Screw, you will attend lectures and sessions that introduce you to historical contexts, critical approaches, and film adaptations.

You will be encouraged to develop your own critically informed response to the text, and to discuss your ideas with other students and tutors, as well as writing an essay drawing on what you've learnt, followed by individualised feedback on your essay and a tutorial discussion. In addition to the study of The Turn of the Screw, you will have the space to reflect on your own reading interests, and a chance to learn about the wider study of English. During the residential you will learn more about the English course at Oxford, and have the opportunity to ask questions of our academics and student ambassadors.

We want you to enjoy some new literary experiences and extend your confidence in exploring different perspectives, to build upon your school studies, and to help you make a competitive application to the University.