The A Level course is designed to build on the knowledge, understanding, and skills you have gained at GCSE. It has a focus on language, culture, and society as well as on grammar. You will develop a range of transferable skills including communication, critical thinking, research skills, and creativity. In year 1 we will cover a variety of topic areas including: - Aspects of French/Spanish-speaking society: current trends - Artistic culture in the French/Spanish-speaking world - The study of a film In year 2, you will study the following topics: - Aspects of French/Spanish-speaking society: current issues - Aspects of political life in the French/Spanish-speaking world - The study of a set text You will sit exams which will cover all four skills: - Listening, reading, and writing exams, including translation to and/or from English - Writing exams, based on the texts or films studied - Speaking exam An A Level in French or Spanish can lead to Higher and Further study opportunities in Foreign Languages and International Studies. A qualification in a foreign language is recognized as being valuable across a variety of sectors including Translation & Interpreting, Travel & Tourism, Hospitality, Journalism, and Teaching.
Five or more GCSE passes at Grade 5 or above (including a Grade 5 or above in English Language or Literature and a Grade 5 or above in Mathematics).
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Barnsley |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Huddersfield Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 7BX |
The A Level course is designed to build on the knowledge, understanding, and skills you have gained at GCSE. It has a focus on language, culture, and society as well as on grammar. You will develop a range of transferable skills including communication, critical thinking, research skills, and creativity. In year 1 we will cover a variety of topic areas including: - Aspects of French/Spanish-speaking society: current trends - Artistic culture in the French/Spanish-speaking world - The study of a film In year 2, you will study the following topics: - Aspects of French/Spanish-speaking society: current issues - Aspects of political life in the French/Spanish-speaking world - The study of a set text You will sit exams which will cover all four skills: - Listening, reading, and writing exams, including translation to and/or from English - Writing exams, based on the texts or films studied - Speaking exam An A Level in French or Spanish can lead to Higher and Further study opportunities in Foreign Languages and International Studies. A qualification in a foreign language is recognized as being valuable across a variety of sectors including Translation & Interpreting, Travel & Tourism, Hospitality, Journalism, and Teaching.
Five or more GCSE passes at Grade 5 or above (including a Grade 5 or above in English Language or Literature and a Grade 5 or above in Mathematics).