A-level Russian builds upon the skills of listening, reading, writing and speaking which you have developed during your GCSE course. It will also extend your knowledge and understanding of Russia and Russian life and culture. In addition, a good grasp of grammatical concepts will become increasingly important as you learn how the language works in order to produce accurate written and spoken Russian. We use a range of up-to-date sources such as on-line articles, newspapers and video clips as well as conventional textbooks and grammar workbooks. You will also be encouraged to make use of such resources independently. You will learn to use Russian in everyday conversation as well as in formal discussion and debate. A Russian assistant is employed so that students can have one-to-one speaking sessions for half an hour per week. These sessions are obligatory and form an important part of the course. You will gain a clearer insight into how language works and you will also have the opportunity to visit Russia and to take part in theatre visits and other cultural activities. The course will interest students who are curious about life in other countries and want to equip themselves with the language skills that are increasingly valued in the global market.
- The minimum requirement for entry to the sixth form is 2 grade 6s and 3 grade 5s in full GCSE courses. These must include a grade 5 or above in both mathematics and English language or literature. Students should have achieved at least grade 6 at GCSE-level in Russian.
Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Translation 40% of A-level Paper 2 Written Response to Works and Translation 30% of A-level Paper 3 Speaking 30% of A-level
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | East End Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL53 8QF |
A-level Russian builds upon the skills of listening, reading, writing and speaking which you have developed during your GCSE course. It will also extend your knowledge and understanding of Russia and Russian life and culture. In addition, a good grasp of grammatical concepts will become increasingly important as you learn how the language works in order to produce accurate written and spoken Russian. We use a range of up-to-date sources such as on-line articles, newspapers and video clips as well as conventional textbooks and grammar workbooks. You will also be encouraged to make use of such resources independently. You will learn to use Russian in everyday conversation as well as in formal discussion and debate. A Russian assistant is employed so that students can have one-to-one speaking sessions for half an hour per week. These sessions are obligatory and form an important part of the course. You will gain a clearer insight into how language works and you will also have the opportunity to visit Russia and to take part in theatre visits and other cultural activities. The course will interest students who are curious about life in other countries and want to equip themselves with the language skills that are increasingly valued in the global market.
- The minimum requirement for entry to the sixth form is 2 grade 6s and 3 grade 5s in full GCSE courses. These must include a grade 5 or above in both mathematics and English language or literature. Students should have achieved at least grade 6 at GCSE-level in Russian.
Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Translation 40% of A-level Paper 2 Written Response to Works and Translation 30% of A-level Paper 3 Speaking 30% of A-level