An A-Level in a modern foreign language is an exciting mix of topics and skills which will develop students in many areas of studies. If you choose a language at Post 16 you will cover the necessary language skills, cultural studies, history, politics, film, art, literature, current affairs and modern society. You will develop skills of debating, presenting, essay writing, group discussions, translation, precis writing and critical analysis of literature and film. Choosing to study a language at A-Level will open up a world of career opportunities and course options at University. Languages is a popular subject for many students choosing to study one or two modern languages as their main degree subject or opting to incorporate languages into a degree in business, politics or a humanities subject. This allows students to take their passion abroad as part of a study abroad programme or an exchange. Languages will always be a highly sought after skill and students with language experience are highly employable. The approach is a focus on how German-speaking society has been shaped socially and culturally and how it continues to change. In the first year, aspects of the social context are studied, together with aspects of the artistic life of German-speaking countries. In the second year, further aspects of the social background are covered, alongside the German political landscape, both in relation to Germany itself and its place in Europe. The past and its role in shaping the present is viewed through the reunification and its consequences while the focus on young people and politics looks forward to shaping the future of German-speaking countries. Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of themes relating to the culture and society of countries where German is spoken, and their language skills. They will do this by using authentic spoken and written sources in German. The choice of works (literary texts and films) offers opportunities to link with the themes so that for example aspects of Die Wiedervereinigung are relevant to the film Das Leben der Anderen and aspects of Multiculturalism in German-speaking society are reflected in the novel Das Fundbüro by Siegfried Lenz.
- As well as the general entry requirements to Sixth Form, students will need at least a Grade 6 in the corresponding GCSE. - Automatic entry onto Level 3 courses includes students achieving 4 x Grade 9-4 or equivalent at GCSE alongside a Grade 4 or above in English or Mathematics. Students with either English or Mathematics at Grade 3 or below will have individual meetings to determine the most suitable pathway within the Sixth Form.
Students are assessed at the end of a two year course. They will sit one spoken exam lasting 21-23 mins (incl. 5 mins preparation time) which is worth 30% of the result. The majority of the speaking test will be based on a topic of the student’s choosing. During the two years of the course students may prepare for their speaking test by carrying out their independent research project (known as the IRP) so that they will be fully prepared for this speaking test. The rest of the test will be a discussion of a stimulus card. Students will also sit two written papers. Paper 1 covers listening, reading and writing (translation and summary), lasting 2 hours 30 mins and is worth 50% of the result. Paper 2 covers the literary and film works, lasting 2 hours and is worth 20% of the result. In Paper 2 students are required to answer two essay questions in the target language.
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| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | York |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Hull Road, York, YO10 5ZA |
An A-Level in a modern foreign language is an exciting mix of topics and skills which will develop students in many areas of studies. If you choose a language at Post 16 you will cover the necessary language skills, cultural studies, history, politics, film, art, literature, current affairs and modern society. You will develop skills of debating, presenting, essay writing, group discussions, translation, precis writing and critical analysis of literature and film. Choosing to study a language at A-Level will open up a world of career opportunities and course options at University. Languages is a popular subject for many students choosing to study one or two modern languages as their main degree subject or opting to incorporate languages into a degree in business, politics or a humanities subject. This allows students to take their passion abroad as part of a study abroad programme or an exchange. Languages will always be a highly sought after skill and students with language experience are highly employable. The approach is a focus on how German-speaking society has been shaped socially and culturally and how it continues to change. In the first year, aspects of the social context are studied, together with aspects of the artistic life of German-speaking countries. In the second year, further aspects of the social background are covered, alongside the German political landscape, both in relation to Germany itself and its place in Europe. The past and its role in shaping the present is viewed through the reunification and its consequences while the focus on young people and politics looks forward to shaping the future of German-speaking countries. Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of themes relating to the culture and society of countries where German is spoken, and their language skills. They will do this by using authentic spoken and written sources in German. The choice of works (literary texts and films) offers opportunities to link with the themes so that for example aspects of Die Wiedervereinigung are relevant to the film Das Leben der Anderen and aspects of Multiculturalism in German-speaking society are reflected in the novel Das Fundbüro by Siegfried Lenz.
- As well as the general entry requirements to Sixth Form, students will need at least a Grade 6 in the corresponding GCSE. - Automatic entry onto Level 3 courses includes students achieving 4 x Grade 9-4 or equivalent at GCSE alongside a Grade 4 or above in English or Mathematics. Students with either English or Mathematics at Grade 3 or below will have individual meetings to determine the most suitable pathway within the Sixth Form.
Students are assessed at the end of a two year course. They will sit one spoken exam lasting 21-23 mins (incl. 5 mins preparation time) which is worth 30% of the result. The majority of the speaking test will be based on a topic of the student’s choosing. During the two years of the course students may prepare for their speaking test by carrying out their independent research project (known as the IRP) so that they will be fully prepared for this speaking test. The rest of the test will be a discussion of a stimulus card. Students will also sit two written papers. Paper 1 covers listening, reading and writing (translation and summary), lasting 2 hours 30 mins and is worth 50% of the result. Paper 2 covers the literary and film works, lasting 2 hours and is worth 20% of the result. In Paper 2 students are required to answer two essay questions in the target language.