A Level French

Course summary

Why should I study it? French is a challenging and exciting course which will enable pupils to develop their level of fluency by using the language learned in a range of contexts, gain an insight into French culture and discuss and reflect on aspects of contemporary society. It is a life changing course that will give you a competitive edge in future studies and in the global market. Course Content • Social issues and trends, including family, relationships, popular culture, the digital world, immigration, integration and racism • Political and artistic culture, including traditions, festivals, art, politics, the EU and contemporary youth issues. • Grammar • Literary texts and films, study two books or one book and one film from a set list • Individual research project, students identify a subject or a key question relating to the French speaking world which is of interest to them. They engage in research and then present and discuss their chosen topic in the speaking assessment. Career possibilities Language learning opens many doors and can be combined with many subjects (History, English, Law and Business). It increases students’ employability in a competitive market. Languages give excellent access to careers in international organisations, the civil service, journalism and the media as well as specialist careers such as interpreting, teaching and translating.