If you are interested in languages and communication, and you enjoy learning about other cultures and ways of life, these courses are suitable for you. Similarly, if you are interested in the business world, in travel and tourism, in literature, or journalism and the media, then studying a Modern Language will be of great benefit. There are several opportunities, within the course, where you can choose your topics or questions to suit your interests. Whether you want to use language for work, for further study, training or for leisure, this course will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge. Candidates Are Encouraged To: • Join the School Exchange, and work experience programmes to gain useful insight into another culture • Develop the knowledge and skills acquired at GCSE and, therefore, use French, German or Spanish in a wide range of contexts • Enhance their employment prospects, facilitate foreign travel and experience the enjoyment and motivation of improving their linguistic skills • Gain a useful insight into another culture and reflect various aspects of contemporary society.
Our standard entry requirements are 36 GCSE points from 6 subjects, including English and Maths, along with good school reports and attendance records. Alternative qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Pupils wishing to start on 4 A levels need 5 subjects at grade 8 including each subject they will be studying. 6 in Spanish
Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing Candidates will answer a range of questions based on heard material and a selection of written stimulus texts. Candidates will also need to translate an unseen passage from the target language into English without using a dictionary. • 120 minutes • 40% of A Level. Paper 2 Written Response to Works and Translations Candidates will translate a passage from English into the target language. They will also write an essay on either one or two prescribed literary texts, or one prescribed literary text and a prescribed film. • 160 minutes • 30% of A Level. Paper 3 Speaking Discussion of a sub-theme with the discussion based on a stimulus card containing two statements (30 marks). Presentation and discussion of individual research project (42 marks). • 21 minutes • 30% of A Level.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £44,592 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £13,332 - £22,560 |
| Address | Coombe Lane, Croydon, CR9 5BX |
If you are interested in languages and communication, and you enjoy learning about other cultures and ways of life, these courses are suitable for you. Similarly, if you are interested in the business world, in travel and tourism, in literature, or journalism and the media, then studying a Modern Language will be of great benefit. There are several opportunities, within the course, where you can choose your topics or questions to suit your interests. Whether you want to use language for work, for further study, training or for leisure, this course will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge. Candidates Are Encouraged To: • Join the School Exchange, and work experience programmes to gain useful insight into another culture • Develop the knowledge and skills acquired at GCSE and, therefore, use French, German or Spanish in a wide range of contexts • Enhance their employment prospects, facilitate foreign travel and experience the enjoyment and motivation of improving their linguistic skills • Gain a useful insight into another culture and reflect various aspects of contemporary society.
Our standard entry requirements are 36 GCSE points from 6 subjects, including English and Maths, along with good school reports and attendance records. Alternative qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Pupils wishing to start on 4 A levels need 5 subjects at grade 8 including each subject they will be studying. 6 in Spanish
Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing Candidates will answer a range of questions based on heard material and a selection of written stimulus texts. Candidates will also need to translate an unseen passage from the target language into English without using a dictionary. • 120 minutes • 40% of A Level. Paper 2 Written Response to Works and Translations Candidates will translate a passage from English into the target language. They will also write an essay on either one or two prescribed literary texts, or one prescribed literary text and a prescribed film. • 160 minutes • 30% of A Level. Paper 3 Speaking Discussion of a sub-theme with the discussion based on a stimulus card containing two statements (30 marks). Presentation and discussion of individual research project (42 marks). • 21 minutes • 30% of A Level.