German
The College of Richard Collyer In Horsham - West Sussex
01403210822
Hurst Road, Horsham, RH12 2EJ
Course summary

The main aims are to help you communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in German through both the written and spoken word; to develop your understanding of the spoken and written forms of German; to help you develop critical insights into and contact with, the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of German-speaking countries. In the first year, activities are based on the following topic areas: Aspects of German-speaking society (The changing state of the family, The digital world, Youth culture: fashion and trends, music, television) and Artistic culture in the German-speaking world (Festivals and traditions, Art and architecture, cultural life in Berlin, past and present). A film in German, “Das Leben der Anderen”. In the second year activities are based on the following areas: Multiculturalism in German-speaking society (Immigration, Integration, Racism) and Aspects of political life in the German-speaking world (German and the European Union, Politics and youth, German re-unification and its consequences). 1 book “Der Vorleser” in German.

Entry requirements

6 (B) in German preferred and a 4 in English.

How you'll be assessed

A-level Paper 1: Listening, reading and Writing 2 hours and 30 minutes exam including listening and reading comprehension, translation into English and translation into German 50% of A-level. A-level Paper 2: Written exam 2 hours. One question on a set book and one question on a set film. 20% of A-level. A-level Paper 3: 21-23 minutes oral exam (including 5 minutes preparation time) 30% of A-level. Discussion of a sub-theme with the discussion based on a stimulus card. Presentation and discussion of individual research projects.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityWest Sussex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressHurst Road, Horsham, RH12 2EJ