AS Level French
Starting dates and places
Description
Full TimeThis course is designed for students who have an interest and
enthusiasm for learning a language.
The AS/A level course provides a natural progression route for
students who have studied the language at GCSE level. The four
skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing are further
developed and allow students to gain a deeper understanding of the
French language.
Students will receive the support and encouragement they need to
become confident, effective communicators and to take their place
as members in our multilingual global society.
The AS course covers the topics of Leisure and Lifestyles and the Individual in Society. In the second year, students go on to study…
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This course is designed for students who have an interest and
enthusiasm for learning a language.
The AS/A level course provides a natural progression route for
students who have studied the language at GCSE level. The four
skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing are further
developed and allow students to gain a deeper understanding of the
French language.
Students will receive the support and encouragement they need to
become confident, effective communicators and to take their place
as members in our multilingual global society.
The AS course covers the topics of Leisure and Lifestyles and
the Individual in Society. In the second year, students go on to
study the topics of Environmental Issues and Social and Political
Issues. All four topics cover a wide range of contemporary issues.
Students also have the opportunity to gain an insight into the
world of French cinema, literature or they can choose to study a
region of particular interest. At every point, the four skills of
listening, speaking, reading and writing are developed and
refined.
We provide excellent resources for our students and this really
enhances the learning experience.
We encourage our students to visit France and experience at first hand the French culture and way of life. For this reason, we offer travel opportunities for our students and they are also advised on opportunities for independent travel to France, perhaps on work experience or similar activities. We are also keen to provide every opportunity for our students to put their language skills to practical use closer to home. Small groups work every week with a foreign language assistant here at college as well as having many opportunities for discussion and conversation in their lessons.
How you will gain the qualification
There is one speaking examination in the first year as well as one listening, reading and writing examination paper. There is also one speaking examination in the second year of study with, again, one paper testing listening, reading and writing.
What qualifications you need
Grade C at GCSE or above and 5 other GCSEs at C and above, including English Language.
Where to next
This course can be a significant stepping stone to further study or employment. Naturally, competence in a foreign language provides so many career opportunities and there are really no limits; there is a major national shortage of French speakers. Here are a few examples where languages are used at work: Business and retail, Diplomatic Service, Disaster Management, Engineering, Film and Television, IT and Computing, Interpreting, Journalism, Law, Marketing, Media and Entertainment, Medicine, Outdoor Pursuits Instructor, Personal Assistant, Pilot, Sports Professional, Teaching, TESOL, Travel and Tourism, Au Pair.
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