To develop and build on the linguistic knowledge and skills acquired at GCSE and to use French/German Spanish in a wide range of contexts. To gain an insight into another culture and to reflect on various aspects of contemporary society. To enhance employment prospects, facilitate foreign travel and experience the enjoyment of communicating using foreign languages.
Grade 7 or above in the relevant GCSE
Unit 1: Listening/ Reading/ Writing (2 hours 45 minutes) Unit 2: Writing (2 hours) Pupils write two essays in French/Spanish of at least 300 words on a set text and a film or two set texts. Unit 3: Oral (21-23 minutes) Pupils discuss an A Level sub-theme based on a stimulus card for approximately 5-6 minutes. Pupils have 5 minutes to prepare before the examination. Pupils then speak on a personal research topic for 11-13 minutes (2-minute presentation and 9-10-minute discussion).
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £23,196 |
| Address | Abbey Gateway, St Albans, AL3 4HB |
To develop and build on the linguistic knowledge and skills acquired at GCSE and to use French/German Spanish in a wide range of contexts. To gain an insight into another culture and to reflect on various aspects of contemporary society. To enhance employment prospects, facilitate foreign travel and experience the enjoyment of communicating using foreign languages.
Grade 7 or above in the relevant GCSE
Unit 1: Listening/ Reading/ Writing (2 hours 45 minutes) Unit 2: Writing (2 hours) Pupils write two essays in French/Spanish of at least 300 words on a set text and a film or two set texts. Unit 3: Oral (21-23 minutes) Pupils discuss an A Level sub-theme based on a stimulus card for approximately 5-6 minutes. Pupils have 5 minutes to prepare before the examination. Pupils then speak on a personal research topic for 11-13 minutes (2-minute presentation and 9-10-minute discussion).