French

Course summary

French is offered at A Level. The courses allow learners to develop and deepen their understanding of the language, as well as their cultural knowledge of the countries where the language is spoken. Study of a foreign language at A Level will equip students with highly developed linguistic skills which will enable them to understand and communicate in the language at an advanced level. In addition to developing their communication skills, students acquire an in-depth knowledge of grammatical concepts which enables them to express ideas with an increasing degree of sophistication and accuracy. Topics include: • Changes in family structure • Education • World of work • Music • Media • Festivals and traditions • Immigration, racism and living in a multicultural society • The Occupation and Resistance Students also develop a detailed understanding and appreciation of a literary text and a film.