German

Course summary

The study of a foreign language to A Level standard and beyond is rightly held in the highest esteem and Dixie languages students have gone on to careers in all of the above areas and more. Like all Arts, Social Science and Humanities subjects, students of languages develop enhanced skills in communication, the ability to analyse and infer conclusions and awareness of nuance and attention to fine detail. Literature and film are dissected and interpreted and students learn how to construct logical and persuasive argument. Alongside this, detailed knowledge and understanding of key aspects of culture and society are gained.