German

Course summary

Studying German at A-level is both highly stimulating and rewarding. You will learn to express yourself with confidence, as you master the language and expand your vocabulary. Your knowledge and understanding of Germany and the German-speaking world will also develop, allowing you to debate a range of different topics relating to the German-speaking world with confidence. In the Sixth Form, you will cover a large range of topics, as well as hone your grammatical skills and increase your vocabulary. In addition to your lessons with your German teachers, you will have a dedicated conversation class with a German Assistant every week. This will increase your confidence and fluency in the language. You will learn from reading authentic materials (newspapers, magazines, books, video recording), as well as by keeping abreast with the current affairs in the German-speaking world. A-Level German focuses on honing Speaking and Writing skills, including translations into German and English. Teaching you to structure your thoughts and ideas clearly in essays, and the ability to debate are key skills. There is also an element of independent study where pupils complete an individual research project on a topic of their choice, which is then discussed in the oral examination.