If you are finding it hard to make your A Level choices because there is just too much that you want to learn, then an A Level in a modern language may be the solution for you! The course is broader and more varied than any other and of course, it offers the additional bonus of achieving an advanced level of fluency in a foreign language. Students are too quick to turn away from Languages, either because they find it harder than other subjects or because the GCSE course doesn’t convey their relevance effectively. The A Level course is completely different and it is plain to see why Russell Group Universities all have Languages on their list of the most desirable, facilitating subjects. An A Level in Modern Languages helps you understand the language, society and culture of the country or countries where the language is spoken. You will learn new grammar and vocabulary and you will be able to translate into and out of English. You will develop your critical thinking, creativity and independence and also develop skills to be able to learn other languages more effectively. As mentioned above, the course is extremely varied, allowing you to maintain your interest in Geography, History, The Arts, how to analyse texts and much more. The first theme covers changes to the structure of our society, looking at ethics and of course sociology. After that, we tackle cultural development, learning about music, freedom of speech and festivals. Theme three is immigration: the benefits to and challenges faced by the countries where the language is spoken. This theme makes links to Politics, Economics, Geography, History as well as current affairs. Finally, we learn about an exciting period of historical importance from the 20th century: World War 2 in French, Reunification in German and Franco’s Dictatorship in Spanish. We also study one novel and one film, an analysis of which forms the final written examination. For the oral, you have a free choice of topic to research and present to the examiner. Our students’ choice of topics has ranged from researching the effect of media coverage on the popularity of women’s sports to how the Stasi became so successful in the German Democratic Republic.
A 7 at GCSE would indicate that the choice to study a language to A Level is appropriate. Where there is any doubt, subject staff will advise.
Key Facts: Choice of two questions based on the set text and film for the written examination. All were assessed through 2 target language essays. Independent research project assessed within the speaking exam. Compulsory themes: social issues and trends; political and artistic culture; immigration and history. New Assessment Objective around knowledge and understanding of the target language culture – pupils will need to demonstrate this in the speaking and writing components. Each language follows the same pattern of assessment: Paper 1: 40% • Listening, reading and translating into English • 80 marks Paper 2: 30% • Written response to works and translation into the target language • 120 marks Paper 3: 30% • Speaking: Internally conducted and externally assessed • 72 marks
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £28,815; Boarding £35,310 - £44,100 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Stebbing Road, Felsted, CM6 3LL |
If you are finding it hard to make your A Level choices because there is just too much that you want to learn, then an A Level in a modern language may be the solution for you! The course is broader and more varied than any other and of course, it offers the additional bonus of achieving an advanced level of fluency in a foreign language. Students are too quick to turn away from Languages, either because they find it harder than other subjects or because the GCSE course doesn’t convey their relevance effectively. The A Level course is completely different and it is plain to see why Russell Group Universities all have Languages on their list of the most desirable, facilitating subjects. An A Level in Modern Languages helps you understand the language, society and culture of the country or countries where the language is spoken. You will learn new grammar and vocabulary and you will be able to translate into and out of English. You will develop your critical thinking, creativity and independence and also develop skills to be able to learn other languages more effectively. As mentioned above, the course is extremely varied, allowing you to maintain your interest in Geography, History, The Arts, how to analyse texts and much more. The first theme covers changes to the structure of our society, looking at ethics and of course sociology. After that, we tackle cultural development, learning about music, freedom of speech and festivals. Theme three is immigration: the benefits to and challenges faced by the countries where the language is spoken. This theme makes links to Politics, Economics, Geography, History as well as current affairs. Finally, we learn about an exciting period of historical importance from the 20th century: World War 2 in French, Reunification in German and Franco’s Dictatorship in Spanish. We also study one novel and one film, an analysis of which forms the final written examination. For the oral, you have a free choice of topic to research and present to the examiner. Our students’ choice of topics has ranged from researching the effect of media coverage on the popularity of women’s sports to how the Stasi became so successful in the German Democratic Republic.
A 7 at GCSE would indicate that the choice to study a language to A Level is appropriate. Where there is any doubt, subject staff will advise.
Key Facts: Choice of two questions based on the set text and film for the written examination. All were assessed through 2 target language essays. Independent research project assessed within the speaking exam. Compulsory themes: social issues and trends; political and artistic culture; immigration and history. New Assessment Objective around knowledge and understanding of the target language culture – pupils will need to demonstrate this in the speaking and writing components. Each language follows the same pattern of assessment: Paper 1: 40% • Listening, reading and translating into English • 80 marks Paper 2: 30% • Written response to works and translation into the target language • 120 marks Paper 3: 30% • Speaking: Internally conducted and externally assessed • 72 marks