It is now commonplace for proficiency in languages to be sought among employers. More and more professions require you to work in a multilingual environment and there are few companies who do not have customers, if not branches, abroad. Just have a look at some higher education prospectuses and you will see how many of them combine science, ICT, engineering, management and business studies with German. Consider the advantages you will have if you have the ability to speak another language, coupled with a sound understanding of the politics and culture of the country or countries concerned. Not just travel companies, but also business, finance, technology, media, creative and science-based professions are all increasingly looking for graduates who can offer a range of skills including language proficiency. German is the Smart Choice. Leaving aside the exciting opportunities to live and work in a German-speaking country, the CBI, the UK's premier business lobbying organisation, considers German as one of the most useful foreign language for organisations in the UK. There are four main topics and themes: Aspects of German-speaking society: the changing role of the family, the digital world, new technology, youth culture, music and fashion and TV. Artistic culture in the German-speaking world: festivals and traditions, art and architecture, Berlin’s colourful history. Multiculturalism in German-speaking society: immigration, integration and racism. Aspects of political life in the German-speaking world: Germany’s role in the E.U.; young people and political issues; the reunification of Germany and its repercussions.We also recap all grammar points from GCSE as well as introducing more advanced grammar points to help you through your A level studies. We use authentic materials from German media including newspaper and website articles, as well as film and news video clips. Our German assistant will also help you to improve your confidence and ability in spoken German in order to prepare you for the oral exam. There is also the opportunity to take part in our long-standing German Exchange to Wilhelm-Hausenstein-Gymnasium in Munich in July. You will also study one film and one literary text. Recent examples include Goodbye Lenin – a black comedy about the fall of communism, The Lives of Others – an Oscar-winning film about the actions of the East German Secret Police. Books have included ‘Der Vorleser’ – The Reader by Bernhard Schlink, and Die Verwandlung (Metamorphosis) by Franz Kafka.
- Grade 7 or above at GCSE level German. - A minimum of 48 points taken from the sum of their best 8 full course GCSEs (for example a Grade 8 is equivalent to 8 points).
Component 1: Speaking (30% of the qualification) Component 2: Listening, Reading and Translation (50% of the qualification) Component 3: Critical and analytical response in writing (20% of the qualification)
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Beards Lane, Cainscross Road, Stroud, GL5 4HF |
It is now commonplace for proficiency in languages to be sought among employers. More and more professions require you to work in a multilingual environment and there are few companies who do not have customers, if not branches, abroad. Just have a look at some higher education prospectuses and you will see how many of them combine science, ICT, engineering, management and business studies with German. Consider the advantages you will have if you have the ability to speak another language, coupled with a sound understanding of the politics and culture of the country or countries concerned. Not just travel companies, but also business, finance, technology, media, creative and science-based professions are all increasingly looking for graduates who can offer a range of skills including language proficiency. German is the Smart Choice. Leaving aside the exciting opportunities to live and work in a German-speaking country, the CBI, the UK's premier business lobbying organisation, considers German as one of the most useful foreign language for organisations in the UK. There are four main topics and themes: Aspects of German-speaking society: the changing role of the family, the digital world, new technology, youth culture, music and fashion and TV. Artistic culture in the German-speaking world: festivals and traditions, art and architecture, Berlin’s colourful history. Multiculturalism in German-speaking society: immigration, integration and racism. Aspects of political life in the German-speaking world: Germany’s role in the E.U.; young people and political issues; the reunification of Germany and its repercussions.We also recap all grammar points from GCSE as well as introducing more advanced grammar points to help you through your A level studies. We use authentic materials from German media including newspaper and website articles, as well as film and news video clips. Our German assistant will also help you to improve your confidence and ability in spoken German in order to prepare you for the oral exam. There is also the opportunity to take part in our long-standing German Exchange to Wilhelm-Hausenstein-Gymnasium in Munich in July. You will also study one film and one literary text. Recent examples include Goodbye Lenin – a black comedy about the fall of communism, The Lives of Others – an Oscar-winning film about the actions of the East German Secret Police. Books have included ‘Der Vorleser’ – The Reader by Bernhard Schlink, and Die Verwandlung (Metamorphosis) by Franz Kafka.
- Grade 7 or above at GCSE level German. - A minimum of 48 points taken from the sum of their best 8 full course GCSEs (for example a Grade 8 is equivalent to 8 points).
Component 1: Speaking (30% of the qualification) Component 2: Listening, Reading and Translation (50% of the qualification) Component 3: Critical and analytical response in writing (20% of the qualification)