Introduction
Through the following themes you will study grammar and develop your translation, reading, speaking and writing skills in the target language. In year 12 you will also get the opportunity to study a French film and a novel in year 13 along with the French resistance.
Course Content
Advance Subsidiary (AS)
Year 12
Unit 1 - 12%
Arguing a point of view
Discussion on a specific topic.
Oral Examination with a member of department 12 -15 minutes
Unit 2 - 28%
Written Examination listening, reading and translation.
External Examination 2 hours 30 minutes
Advanced Level (A2)
Year 13
Unit 3 - 18%
(a) Present an independent research project (2 minutes)
(b) Discussion on the content of the independent research project
(9-10 minutes)
Oral Examination with a member of department 15 -20 minutes
Unit 4 - 30%
Written exam: Listening, reading and translating
External Examination 1 hour 45 minutes
Unit 5 - 12%
Critical response in writing (on set book)
External Examination 1 hour 30 minutes
Career Prospects
A chance to become competent in a language spoken throughout Europe and the world.
The ability to speak French opens doors to many careers such as business and marketing, the law, medicine, the media, politics and many more.
As an an academic subject the study of French will allow you to develop many transferable skills.
An opportunity to study the culture and traditions of France.
Entry Requirements
Although each student will be considered on an individual basis for entry onto the course it would be beneficial to have a C grade in French at GCSE.
Examination Board
School Contact
Mrs Sara Horan