An A Level in a Modern Foreign Language is a very valuable part of any subject combination. By following an Advanced language course you will be able to: • Stand out from the crowd. Knowledge of languages in the UK has decreased since GCSE languages became optional. This makes YOU very special. It puts you a step ahead of everyone else and makes you very attractive to universities and businesses all over the world. • Develop your language skills to a high level of competence. • Increase your knowledge of a wide range of issues, both current and historical, which are also relevant to the other subjects you are studying. • Get a very valuable qualification leading to Higher Education and future employment. WHAT WILL I STUDY & LEARN? Year 12 You will start with an introductory phase, bridging the gap between GCSE and Advanced Study. This will lead to the study of Social issues and trends (e.g. the ‘cyber-society’), Artistic Culture (e.g. cinema), and Grammar, and you will study one film or one literary text. Year 13 In your second year you will build on the skills acquired during the Year 12 course and further extend your knowledge of a range of topics within Social issues and trends (e.g. a diverse society), Political & Artistic Culture (e.g. demonstrations/strikes), and Grammar. You will also study one film and one literary text, and you will carry out your research project.
French GCSE grade 6 ideally. • Strong motivation and enjoyment of the process of language learning. • An ability to work independently and discover language for yourself. • A willingness to work with others and communicate thoughts and feelings. • The desire to gain an insight into the contemporary society, cultural background, and heritage of countries where the language is spoken.
Paper 1 – Listening, Reading and Writing • 2 hours 30 minutes written examination • (50% of A Level) Paper 2 – Writing • 2 hour written examination • (20% of A Level) Paper 3 – Speaking • 21-23 minute oral examination • (30% of A Level)
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| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | East Riding of Yorkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Burton Road, Beverley, HU17 7EJ |
An A Level in a Modern Foreign Language is a very valuable part of any subject combination. By following an Advanced language course you will be able to: • Stand out from the crowd. Knowledge of languages in the UK has decreased since GCSE languages became optional. This makes YOU very special. It puts you a step ahead of everyone else and makes you very attractive to universities and businesses all over the world. • Develop your language skills to a high level of competence. • Increase your knowledge of a wide range of issues, both current and historical, which are also relevant to the other subjects you are studying. • Get a very valuable qualification leading to Higher Education and future employment. WHAT WILL I STUDY & LEARN? Year 12 You will start with an introductory phase, bridging the gap between GCSE and Advanced Study. This will lead to the study of Social issues and trends (e.g. the ‘cyber-society’), Artistic Culture (e.g. cinema), and Grammar, and you will study one film or one literary text. Year 13 In your second year you will build on the skills acquired during the Year 12 course and further extend your knowledge of a range of topics within Social issues and trends (e.g. a diverse society), Political & Artistic Culture (e.g. demonstrations/strikes), and Grammar. You will also study one film and one literary text, and you will carry out your research project.
French GCSE grade 6 ideally. • Strong motivation and enjoyment of the process of language learning. • An ability to work independently and discover language for yourself. • A willingness to work with others and communicate thoughts and feelings. • The desire to gain an insight into the contemporary society, cultural background, and heritage of countries where the language is spoken.
Paper 1 – Listening, Reading and Writing • 2 hours 30 minutes written examination • (50% of A Level) Paper 2 – Writing • 2 hour written examination • (20% of A Level) Paper 3 – Speaking • 21-23 minute oral examination • (30% of A Level)