Head of Department
Mrs D Broadbent BA (Hons), PGCE, MA (Ed)
A Level Course Outline
This course aims to give candidates an excellent grounding in all aspects of the French language with the opportunity to develop ability and confidence in the four skill areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Furthermore, the specification aims to stimulate greater cultural awareness of France and the Francophone world.
Higher Education and Career Opportunities
A level French is a valuable asset for a variety of degrees and career areas including Law, Accountancy, Business, Media and Teaching. Most French degrees involve a year abroad in France or a French-speaking country.
Course Content
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Examination Board |
AQA |
Full details of the specification and assessment criteria can be found on the AQA website |
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What is assessed: Aspects of French-speaking society (current trends) Artistic culture in the French-speaking world |
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AS Level |
Paper 1 |
Listening, reading and writing |
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Paper 2 |
Writing (one literary text or film from set list) |
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Paper 3 |
Speaking |
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What is assessed: Aspects of French-speaking society: current trends/current Trends. Artistic culture and aspects of political life in the French-speaking world |
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A Level |
Paper 1 |
Listening, reading and writing |
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Paper 2 |
Writing (one literary text and one film or two texts from set list) Written Exam: 2hrs - 80 marks 20% of A Level |
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Paper 3 |
Speaking (including individual research project) Oral exam: 21-23 minutes (+5mins preparation time) - 60 marks 30% of A Level |
