French
Edgbarrow School - Bracknell Forest
01344772658
Grant Road, Crowthorne, RG45 7HZ
Course summary

If you are interested in European culture, film, music, current affairs, history, politics or what it is like to live and work in another country then studying modern languages at A-Level is for you! We study a wide range of topics over the two year course and by the end, you will: • be able to speak and write fluently in the language you are studying • understand a variety of media in your chosen language, films, songs, tv programmes, newspaper articles, books • have a good knowledge of French civilisation, culture & literature • have become an expert In your chosen topic for the independent research project.

Entry requirements

To study A-Level courses, a student must secure five Grade 5s at GCSE, including English and Maths. To study this A-Level French course, a student must have studied GCSE French at the Higher Tier.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 - Listening, reading and writing 40% of A-Level Paper 2 - Writing 30% of A-Level Paper 3 - Speaking 30% of A-Level A wide range of skills are developed during the course including communication, comprehension and analytical skills. Students continue to develop their speaking and writing skills from GCSE and will use research skills to explore cultural topics, study a film, and analyse literary texts. Independent learning is an essential part of learning a language and students are encouraged to read articles, listen to the news and watch f ilm independently. Students are given opportunities to participate in visits abroad and, where possible, have one-to-one sessions with a native speaker.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityBracknell Forest
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressGrant Road, Crowthorne, RG45 7HZ