French
Dunraven School
Course summary
The A Level course in French provides learners with opportunities to appreciate the diverse and captivating culture of France and Francophone countries, as well as understanding the complex syntax that underpins the language. A wide range of contemporary and controversial topics are studied to enhance the study of the language and its linguistics. From the very outset of the course, learners of the language are given the strategies and skills to be able to participate in the language classroom, using and understanding the French spoken language for real purposes. The course comprises increasing communication at an advanced level and being creative with the language, in terms of discursive essays / debating skills, which often complement other subjects. Students will be expected to develop their independent skills whilst investing the time in their weekly assignments, as well as matching the skill set below.
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
French | Grade 7 in French | — |
English Language | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
Mathematics | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
English Literature Alternative route | Grade 5 in English Literature | — |
Mathematics Alternative route | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
As published by the school
Grade 6 or above in GCSE French with a grade 7 in Written Paper Good communication skills and a willingness to participate in oral work. An ability to respond to unpredictable language and use a range of strategies to solve a problem. An ability to manipulate grammar rules and apply them in a variety of contexts. An ability to undertake independent research skills and meet deadlines.
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Assessment
Paper 1: Listening, reading and writing What’s assessed • 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 • Grammar How it’s assessed • Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes • 100 marks • 50% of A-level Paper 2: Writing What’s assessed • One text and one film or two texts from the list set in the specification (Camus L’Etranger and Kassovitz La Haine)• Grammar How it’s assessed • Written exam: 2 hours • 80 marks in total • 20% of A-level Paper 3: Speaking What’s assessed • Individual research project • One of four sub-themes ie 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 How it’s assessed • Oral exam: 21–23 minutes (including 5 minutes preparation time) • 60 marks in total • 30% of A-level.
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