French - A Level

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Qualification:  A Level French

Exam Board:  AQA

A Level French is a rewarding and engaging course that develops your confidence and fluency in one of the world's most widely spoken languages. You will enhance your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills while exploring French culture, society, politics, literature and film. The course encourages independent thinking, communication and cultural awareness, making it an excellent choice for students interested in languages, international relations, business, law, travel or a wide range of university courses and global career opportunities.

Course Conent

The course is designed to give a profound understanding of French, covering grammar and vocabulary, but also focusing on how people live and use the language day-to-day.

You will deep dive into the Francophone world exploring;

  • Sociological trends (The changing nature of family, The place of voluntary work, The 'cyber-society’)
  • Cultural (Contemporary francophone music, the 7th art form, the Cultural Heritage…)
  • Historical and Political (Teenagers, the right to vote and political commitment, Demonstrations, strikes – who holds the power?, Positive features of a diverse society, Life for the marginalised, How criminals are treated, Politics and immigration).

Students develop their ability to express opinions and justify perspectives in both written and spoken forms using higher-level structures.

Students also develop critical analysis and literary skills through the study of a film (La Haine) and a book (L’Etranger, Camus), exploring themes, characters, and cultural context in depth.

Assessment

• Students are assessed on their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at the end of Year 13.

• Listening, reading and writing paper: Covers culture, politics, and aspects of French-speaking society.

• Writing paper: Based on the film and novel that has been studied.

• Speaking exam: Students have the opportunity to present their individual research project.

Entry Requirements

• At least five grades 9-5 at GCSE.

• Minimum of a Grade 6 in GCSE French.

• Students should have a solid basis in the language, be able to use a range of tenses, and be working easily at GCSE Higher Level in speaking and writing.

This course is well suited to students who enjoy putting the world to rights!  Language students are generally those who like to meet new people, who want to travel for work or pleasure, who enjoy exploring ideas, communicating view points, drawing social comparisons, empathising with others and finding solutions.

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Extra Curricular Opportunities

• French students will benefit from organised trips and visits, for example we have recently visited Paris.

• Students have an opportunity to become Language Subject Captains and develop their skills by mentoring younger students during morning revision classes

• Pupils enjoy access to podcasts and online resources that can expand their linguistic and cross-curricular knowledge

Progression Post 18

• Prepares students for the growing number of combined degree courses where a language is studied alongside another discipline.

• Develops communication and discussion skills that complement various academic paths.

• Students develop analytical skills, inquisitivity, political views and sociological and historical knowledge, this are highly valued quality for university progression.

Careers

• Language graduates are highly sought after by employers needing staff to communicate effectively and deal with overseas contacts.

• Skills are applicable to disciplines such as Law, Business, Teaching, Journalism, Tourism, Translator, Diplomats, Politics, Writing…

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