French

Course summary

Exam board – Edexcel, Specification 9FR0 Minimum requirements for the course: Grade 6 in French. Staff contact: Mme Reynes, sr@cheneyschool.org What is French all about? French A Level has been developed to inspire all students to have an appreciation of the language, literature, film and culture of the French-speaking world. You will develop an advanced level of knowledge and understanding of the French language as well as practical and valuable language skills. We focus on many interesting topics including immigration, integration, changes in society and the recent history and current politics of France. Course structure: Paper 1: Listening, Reading and Translation (40%) – 2 hours. Paper 2: Written response to literary book/film studied and Translation (30%) – 2 hours 40 minutes. Paper 3: Speaking (internally conducted & externally assessed) (30%) – 22 minutes. Complementary courses: Other Modern Languages, English Literature, History, Fine Art, Geography, Business, Latin, Classical Civilisation and Politics. Sciences and Mathematics also work well to broaden students’ horizons when heading towards Medicine. Leads to: French degree, often combined with many other subjects, e.g. French and Law / History / International Relations / Philosophy / Politics / Economics / Business. Many jobs in communication, translation, journalism, publishing and teaching, as well as providing another platform for any job in a foreign country, e.g. Medicine. Resources to buy: A French A Level Grammar Workbook 1 & 2, Hodder Education; Intouchables, Study Guide, Hodder Education; Un sac de billes, Study Guide, Hodder Education; Un sac de billes, Joseph Joffo (Livre de poche jeunesse - Pocket book). Bursary students can request copies from the Bursary Fund. What students say: ‘It has really helped me in my current job as an au pair in France, not only with speaking the language but understanding the local history.’