The course is designed to enable students to: • Develop an interest in, and an enthusiasm for, language learning • Develop understanding of the language in a variety of contexts • Communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in the language for a range of purposes • Develop awareness and understanding of the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of German-speaking countries • Understand German spoken in a variety of contexts • Raise grammatical awareness and the importance of grammar in language • Practice translations Type and Nature of the Work Involved • Assessment by external examination (no coursework) • Topic work is the main means of presenting information to students • Students are expected to develop their knowledge of all aspects of German life • They are also encouraged to go to a German-speaking country • Students are encouraged to work independently through the use of media, the Language Laboratory and the library resources Future Prospects An A level in Languages increases opportunities within the workplace. Language students undoubtedly demonstrate key skills which employers look for, particularly social skills, team work, flexibility, problem-solving and communication skills. Possible career choices that many linguists continue into are in business, journalism, accounting, the diplomatic service, translating and interpreting, tour management, sales, marketing, tourism and engineering.
Students with at least five GCSE passes at grades 5-9, including a grade 5 in English Language and a grade 4 in Mathematics, will be accepted onto an A Level study program Specific Entry Requirements: Grade 6 in GCSE German.
Theme 1: Aspects of German-speaking society (the changing state of the family, the digital world, youth culture) Theme 2: Artistic culture (festivals and traditions, art and architecture, cultural life in Berlin- past and present) Theme: 3: Social issues and trends Multiculturalism in German-speaking society (immigration, integration, racism) Theme 4: Aspects of political life in German-speaking society (Germany and the European Union, politics and youth, German reunification) As well as the topics outline above, students will study a literary text and a film in the target language.
About Education Provider
Region | London |
Local Authority | Barnet |
Ofsted Rating | Good |
Gender Type | Mixed |
Address | Worcester Crescent, Mill Hill, London, NW7 4LL |
The course is designed to enable students to: • Develop an interest in, and an enthusiasm for, language learning • Develop understanding of the language in a variety of contexts • Communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in the language for a range of purposes • Develop awareness and understanding of the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of German-speaking countries • Understand German spoken in a variety of contexts • Raise grammatical awareness and the importance of grammar in language • Practice translations Type and Nature of the Work Involved • Assessment by external examination (no coursework) • Topic work is the main means of presenting information to students • Students are expected to develop their knowledge of all aspects of German life • They are also encouraged to go to a German-speaking country • Students are encouraged to work independently through the use of media, the Language Laboratory and the library resources Future Prospects An A level in Languages increases opportunities within the workplace. Language students undoubtedly demonstrate key skills which employers look for, particularly social skills, team work, flexibility, problem-solving and communication skills. Possible career choices that many linguists continue into are in business, journalism, accounting, the diplomatic service, translating and interpreting, tour management, sales, marketing, tourism and engineering.
Students with at least five GCSE passes at grades 5-9, including a grade 5 in English Language and a grade 4 in Mathematics, will be accepted onto an A Level study program Specific Entry Requirements: Grade 6 in GCSE German.
Theme 1: Aspects of German-speaking society (the changing state of the family, the digital world, youth culture) Theme 2: Artistic culture (festivals and traditions, art and architecture, cultural life in Berlin- past and present) Theme: 3: Social issues and trends Multiculturalism in German-speaking society (immigration, integration, racism) Theme 4: Aspects of political life in German-speaking society (Germany and the European Union, politics and youth, German reunification) As well as the topics outline above, students will study a literary text and a film in the target language.