French

Course summary

An “A” Level in French builds upon the linguistic skills and vocabulary gained during your GCSE course. There is a greater emphasis on both grammatical knowledge and spontaneity in order to equip you to write essays and have a detailed discussion in the exams. The Year 12 course covers a variety of contemporary issues: - Aspects of French-Speaking Society (Family changes, technology and voluntary work) - Artistic culture in the French-speaking world (heritage, cinema and music) - An authentic film (“La Haine” directed by Mathieu Kassovitz) The year 13 course covers further contemporary issues: - Aspects of French-speaking Society (social diversity, marginalization of minority groups and criminality) - Aspects of political life in the French-speaking World (political engagement, strikes and immigration) - An authentic text (“Kiffe kiffe demain” by Faïza Guène) - Independent research project (IRP) on a subject of your choice