The French and Spanish A-Level courses won’t just improve your language skills. It will give you a fascinating insight into the culture of either country explored through history, art, literature, cinema and current affairs, using the very latest authentic resources. This will enable you to develop a deep understanding of the importance of French/Spanish-speaking countries to the UK and on the global stage. It will also prepare you well for any University course as you will: • Discuss points of view and debate ideas • Develop critical and analytical skills • Build relationships and networks • Conduct and present a research project independently • Write well-structured essays expressing opinions supported by relevant evidence You will consolidate your grammatical understanding and develop your communication skills, building fluency and confidence. You will deepen your understanding of the culture of the countries where French or Spanish is spoken. You will explore aspects of social trends, artistic culture, social issues and political culture, as well as one film and one literary text in detail. You will also research one subject of interest to you for your Speaking exam.