French

Course summary

The course aims to build on the language foundations set in place by the study of GCSE French. You will gain a much deeper understanding of how the language works, building your ability to use it for speaking and listening, and reading and writing purposes. It is possible for you to take an AS in this subject. You will study the following topics: • Aspects of French-speaking society: current trends • Aspects of French-speaking society: current issues. • Artistic culture in the French-speaking world. • Aspects of political life in the French-speaking world and grammar, plus one text and one film or two texts from the list set in the specification A range of approaches will be used. There will be some teaching as well as discussion, debate, individual and group work and investigation. Use will be made of the internet, DVDs and literature as well as a course book and accompanying support materials. An A Level in French can open the door to many career opportunities: • University Degree in Languages • Option to link with Business Studies or Law Degrees • Employment in the Travel industry; employment in Journalism and other Communication industries; Teaching, with further studies.