French

Course summary

A Level French follows the AQA syllabus. It features stimulating content which will enable you to develop your linguistic skills alongside your understanding of the culture and society of countries where French is spoken. You will study French through the following topics: Year 1: - Aspects of French-speaking society: current trends (The changing nature of family, The ‘cyber-society’, the place of voluntary work). - Artistic culture in the French-speaking world (A culture proud of its heritage, Contemporary francophone music, Cinema: the 7th art form). - Grammar. - The study of a film (Les 400 Coups by François Truffaut Year 2: - Aspects of French-speaking society: current issues (Positive features of a diverse society, Life for the marginalised, How criminals are treated). - Aspects of political life in the French-speaking world (Teenagers, the right to vote and political commitment, Demonstrations, strikes – who holds the power? Politics and immigration). - Grammar. - The study of a book (Un Sac de Billes by Joseph Joffo) - Individual research project (the study of a subject or key question which interests you and which relates to a country where French is spoken).