This course will allow you to become truly fluent in your chosen language. You will learn about many interesting and unexpected aspects of the cultural heritage, history and politics of any country where your chosen language is spoken. You will also have the opportunity to study a film and a literary work in the target language. In studying a language you not only develop a deeper understanding of the language itself and the culture associated with it, but you will also build a wide range of transferable skills, including problem-solving, independent research skills, how to analyse and synthesise ideas as well as, of course, outstanding communication skills. Topics include: Aspects of society in the countries where the target language is spoken • The changing state of the family • The digital world • Youth culture: fashion and trends, music, television Artistic culture in the countries where the target language is spoken • Festivals and traditions • Art and architecture • Cultural heritage Other topics throughout the whole course include immigration, racism, politics, the EU and country-specific history.
GCSE Grade 6 or above in your chosen language
How many exams: The AQA Languages A Level assessments consist of 2 externally examined papers and 1 NEA speaking assessment. Paper 1: Listening, Reading and Writing Listening, reading and writing papers, lasting 2 hours 30 minutes. Section A: Listening and writing Section B: Reading and Writing 100 marks 50% Paper 2: Writing Written examination, lasting 2 hours. Students answer two essay questions in the target language: one about a novel and a film. 80 marks 20% Paper 3: Speaking exam Speaking exam, lasting 23 minutes Part 1: Answer prepared questions on a stimulus card Part 2: 2-minute presentation and 10 minutes of conversation questions on an Individual Research Project 60 marks 30%
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Dyche Lane, Sheffield, S8 8BR |
This course will allow you to become truly fluent in your chosen language. You will learn about many interesting and unexpected aspects of the cultural heritage, history and politics of any country where your chosen language is spoken. You will also have the opportunity to study a film and a literary work in the target language. In studying a language you not only develop a deeper understanding of the language itself and the culture associated with it, but you will also build a wide range of transferable skills, including problem-solving, independent research skills, how to analyse and synthesise ideas as well as, of course, outstanding communication skills. Topics include: Aspects of society in the countries where the target language is spoken • The changing state of the family • The digital world • Youth culture: fashion and trends, music, television Artistic culture in the countries where the target language is spoken • Festivals and traditions • Art and architecture • Cultural heritage Other topics throughout the whole course include immigration, racism, politics, the EU and country-specific history.
GCSE Grade 6 or above in your chosen language
How many exams: The AQA Languages A Level assessments consist of 2 externally examined papers and 1 NEA speaking assessment. Paper 1: Listening, Reading and Writing Listening, reading and writing papers, lasting 2 hours 30 minutes. Section A: Listening and writing Section B: Reading and Writing 100 marks 50% Paper 2: Writing Written examination, lasting 2 hours. Students answer two essay questions in the target language: one about a novel and a film. 80 marks 20% Paper 3: Speaking exam Speaking exam, lasting 23 minutes Part 1: Answer prepared questions on a stimulus card Part 2: 2-minute presentation and 10 minutes of conversation questions on an Individual Research Project 60 marks 30%