French
French
What will I Learn?
You will develop your knowledge of the French language by increasing your vocabulary, knowledge of grammar and how to use it in written and oral situations.
You will also learn about the customs and culture in France.
What skills with I develop?
You will develop the skills of Reading, Writing, Listening and Talking in French.
This includes translating from French, writing in French and conversing in French with others.
You will also develop the skill of listening
What could be helpful?
Being open minded and curious about other cultures is helpful, as is a willingness to give things a try and not be afraid to make mistakes.
Is there is an Exam?
There is no formal assessment in S3 but your teacher will assess the work you produce throughout the year. This will give you a clear idea of how you are progressing.
What comes next?
In S4, you can either take National 4 or National 5 French.
Where can this take me?
This course can lead to National 5 French, Higher and Advanced Higher.
This can open up opportunities to study a language at college or university.
There are many careers in which an additional language is a significant advantage.
What will I Learn?
You will build on the vocabulary and knowledge of the French language that you studied in S3.
This will focus on the skills of:
Reading
Writing
Listening
Talking
What skills with I develop?
You will develop the skills of Reading, Writing, Listening and Talking in French.
This includes translating from French, writing in French and conversing in French with others.
You will also develop the skill of listening to speakers in French.
What could be helpful?
Being open minded and curious about other cultures is helpful, as is a willingness to give things a try and not be afraid to make mistakes.
A good work ethic around learning vocabulary and grammar rules is very helpful. A little and often works well!
Is there is an Exam?
No. Your Reading, Writing, Listening and Talking skills are assessed in two main units:
Reading and Listening are assessed in the Understanding Language unit
Talking and Writing skills are assessed in the Using Language unit
You will also complete an assignment. You teacher will assess your work internally.
What comes next?
A pass in National 4 French can lead to National 5 French.
Where can this take me?
This can open up opportunities to study a language at college or university.
There are many careers in which an additional language is a significant advantage.
What will I Learn?
You will build on the vocabulary and knowledge of the French language that you studied in S3.
This will focus on the skills of:
Reading
Writing
Listening
Talking
What skills with I develop?
You will develop the skills of Reading, Writing, Listening and Talking in French.
This includes translating from French, writing in French and conversing in French with others.
You will also develop the skill of listening to speakers in French.
What could be helpful?
Being open minded and curious about other cultures is helpful, as is a willingness to give things a try and not be afraid to make mistakes.
A good work ethic around learning vocabulary and grammar rules is very helpful. A little and often works well!
Is there is an Exam?
Yes.
Paper 1 assesses Reading and Writing (1 hour)
Paper 2 assesses Listening (30 minutes)
You also need to complete a Written assignment which is sent to SQA.
Your teacher will assess your talking skills and award a mark.
What comes next?
A pass at National 5 French (preferably an A or a B) can lead to Higher French in S5.
Where can this take me?
This can open up opportunities to study a language at college or university.
There are many careers in which an additional language is a significant advantage.
What will I Learn?
You will build on your study of French at National 5. You will encounter more complex language and vocabulary.
This will continue to focus on the skills of:
Reading
Writing
Listening
Talking
What skills with I develop?
You will develop the skills of Reading, Writing, Listening and Talking in French.
This includes translating from French, writing in French and conversing in French with others.
You will also develop the skill of listening to speakers in French.
What could be helpful?
Being open minded and curious about other cultures is helpful, as is a willingness to give things a try and not be afraid to make mistakes.
A good work ethic around learning vocabulary and grammar rules is very helpful. A little and often works well!
Is there is an Exam?
Yes.
Paper 1 - Reading and Directed Writing (2 hours)
Paper 2 - Listening (30 minutes)
You also need to complete a Written Assignment which is sent to SQA.
Your teacher will assess your talking skills and award a mark.
What comes next?
A pass in Higher French (preferably an A or a B) can lead to Advanced Higher French in S6.
Where can this take me?
This can open up opportunities to study a language at college or university.
There are many careers in which an additional language is a significant advantage.
What will I Learn?
You will build on your study of French at Higher. You will encounter more complex language and vocabulary.
This will continue to focus on the skills of:
Reading
Writing
Listening
Talking
What skills with I develop?
You will develop the skills of Reading, Writing, Listening and Talking in French.
This includes translating from French, writing in French and conversing in French with others.
You will also develop the skill of listening to speakers in French.
What could be helpful?
Being open minded and curious about other cultures is helpful, as is a willingness to give things a try and not be afraid to make mistakes.
Independent learning are important.
A good work ethic around learning vocabulary and grammar rules is very helpful. A little and often works well!
Is there is an Exam?
Yes.
Paper 1 - Reading and Translation (1 hour 30 mins)
Paper 2 - Listening and Discursive Writing (1 hour 20 mins)
You also need to complete a Portfolio piece, a 1200 - 1500 word essay in English on a French text, which is sent to the SQA.
Your talking skills will be assessed by an external examiner.
What comes next?
Advanced Higher language studies could be a stepping stone to studying a language at university as a main or “outside” subject, or to use the language in the workplace. It is also good preparation for spending time in a country where the language is spoken.
Where can this take me?
This can open up opportunities to study a language at college or university.
There are many careers in which an additional language is a significant advantage, such as travel and tourism, international business, teaching or interpreting. Speaking several languages also enables you to communicate with international customers, clients, or business partners.