French

Course summary

French A Level is an opportunity to gain confidence in one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. Spoken across Europe, Africa, North America and beyond, French is an official language of the United Nations, the European Union and many global organisations. Studying it will allow you to engage with diverse cultures and ideas while strengthening your skills in communication, analysis and critical thinking. Language learning is about more than vocabulary and grammar. At this level you will explore French literature, film, history and current affairs, giving you a richer understanding of how the language is used in real life. French also opens doors to a wide variety of careers. It is valued in international business and trade, and graduates with strong language skills are sought after in journalism, broadcasting, engineering, law, the civil service, travel, tourism and international development. Most university language degrees include a year abroad, either studying or working. This unique experience will further improve your fluency, broaden your horizons and give you a global outlook that will stay with you for life.