French

Course summary

Studying French A level will give you the opportunity to build on all your GCSE language skills of listening, speaking, reading, writing and translation through a variety of classroom-based and independent learning activities, whilst acquiring a thorough understanding of the grammar of the language Themes will include topics of social, cultural, political, or artistic importance and include the study of a film (La Haine) and a work of literature (No et Moi). On top of these topics, you are encouraged to explore French culture through various films, music, and literary works. As part of the speaking assessment, you will undertake an independent research project where you will study an area of personal interest related to the countries where French is spoken. During the course, you will also have the opportunity to practise your language skills with a native-speaking assistant