Course information
French
Kent College Pembury - Kent
01892822006
Old Church Road, Pembury, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4AX
Course summary

By studying French, Sixth Formers develop the ability to communicate and comprehend language to a high level, together with an awareness of the society, history and culture of the corresponding countries. Beside opportunities to spend time abroad, we aim to foster an enthusiasm for language learning that goes beyond the classroom. Students studying French will be offered the opportunity to take part on three day trip to Paris to explore some of the cultural topics covered in the French syllabus. The department encourages students to see plays and films in their chosen language(s) and we regularly attend the cinema A Level Days offered every year at the British Film Institute in the two languages. During the two year AQA course, Sixth Formers study topics based around the society and culture of the relevant countries. They include, for example, the role of the media and the politics and economics surrounding issues such as migration and integration. In addition, Sixth Formers will study a historical or political topic, a literary text and a film: French: The French political system and current political trends  Literary text: No et Moi by Delphine de Vigan  Film : Au Revoir Les Enfants, by Louis Malle

Entry requirements

For entry to the Sixth Form, candidates are required to have at least six GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, with Grade 6 or above in the subjects being pursued at A Level. Candidates are expected to achieve a Grade 7 or above in Maths and the Sciences if they wish to study these subjects at A Level.

How you'll be assessed

Two externally-examined papers will assess listening, reading and writing. Your teachers will conduct a speaking assessment which is externally assessed by the Examination Board.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityKent
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeGirls
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Boarding Fee£34,500 - £40,500
Sixth Form Fee£25,380 - £27,120
AddressOld Church Road, Pembury, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4AX