The A Level Arabic course has a clear and coherent structure with familiar and popular themes: social issues and trends, political and/or intellectual and/or artistic culture. The course also includes some new content that provides clear links to some of the most fundamental and interesting aspects of the culture of the Arabic-speaking world. Assessments place an emphasis on communication and grammar, as well as providing plenty of opportunities for students to apply their knowledge independently and creatively. Clear mark schemes encourage students to develop ideas, use language to persuade and analyse, and give critical responses in their writing. The four themes are studied alongside two works (either two literary texts or one literary text and one film) and are assessed through three externally examined papers. A range of popular literary texts and films are covered, including contemporary and more classic titles. Content is manageable and appropriate so that students have enough time to cover what needs to be studied to the appropriate depth.
In order to enroll for this subject, you will need a Grade 7-9 at GCSE and a sound understanding of Arabic grammar at an advanced level. You should also be familiar with current events around the world and have significant knowledge about Arab culture and literature.
Students sit exams at the end of the course. To meet the Assessment Objective around knowledge and understanding of the target language culture, students need to demonstrate this in the Writing components. Students sit three assessment papers at the end of the year: Paper 1: Translation into English, reading comprehension and writing (research question) in Arabic. Paper 2: Translation into Arabic and written response to works (literature and film). Paper 3: Listening, reading and writing in Arabic. A Level Arabic does not have a Speaking component.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Preston New Road, Blackburn, BB2 7AD |
The A Level Arabic course has a clear and coherent structure with familiar and popular themes: social issues and trends, political and/or intellectual and/or artistic culture. The course also includes some new content that provides clear links to some of the most fundamental and interesting aspects of the culture of the Arabic-speaking world. Assessments place an emphasis on communication and grammar, as well as providing plenty of opportunities for students to apply their knowledge independently and creatively. Clear mark schemes encourage students to develop ideas, use language to persuade and analyse, and give critical responses in their writing. The four themes are studied alongside two works (either two literary texts or one literary text and one film) and are assessed through three externally examined papers. A range of popular literary texts and films are covered, including contemporary and more classic titles. Content is manageable and appropriate so that students have enough time to cover what needs to be studied to the appropriate depth.
In order to enroll for this subject, you will need a Grade 7-9 at GCSE and a sound understanding of Arabic grammar at an advanced level. You should also be familiar with current events around the world and have significant knowledge about Arab culture and literature.
Students sit exams at the end of the course. To meet the Assessment Objective around knowledge and understanding of the target language culture, students need to demonstrate this in the Writing components. Students sit three assessment papers at the end of the year: Paper 1: Translation into English, reading comprehension and writing (research question) in Arabic. Paper 2: Translation into Arabic and written response to works (literature and film). Paper 3: Listening, reading and writing in Arabic. A Level Arabic does not have a Speaking component.