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
Students who wish to study three A levels must achieve a minimum of: Six GCSE’s at grade 6 or above; and GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English (Language or Literature) at grade 5 or above Students must achieve a grade of 6 in French at GCSE.
- Listening, reading, and translation examination (paper 1) - Writing examination (literature/film) (paper 2) - 16-18 minute speaking examination (paper 3)
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Dingle Lane, Solihull, B91 3PD |
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
Students who wish to study three A levels must achieve a minimum of: Six GCSE’s at grade 6 or above; and GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English (Language or Literature) at grade 5 or above Students must achieve a grade of 6 in French at GCSE.
- Listening, reading, and translation examination (paper 1) - Writing examination (literature/film) (paper 2) - 16-18 minute speaking examination (paper 3)