French A Level
Course Summary
Core content
- Social issues and trends
- Political, intellectual and artistic culture
- Diversity and difference
- France 1940-1950: The Occupation and the post-war years
- Works: Literary texts and films
You will study a film in year 12 and a book/play in year 13
The Independent Research Project
Assessments
Paper 1: Speaking with two key tasks 11-12 minutes
Presentation and follow up discussion of an independent research project
Theme-based discussion based on a stimulus card comprising an image, a short text and a point for consideration.
Paper 2: Listening, Reading and Translation 2hrs 30
Paper 3: Writing 2hrs, two essays based on a literary work and a film studied in class
Where might it lead
There are many opportunities to study the language at a higher level and students studying French often continue their studies at University with another Foreign Language, Law, Maths or virtually any other subject. In an increasingly global business world, the ability to speak a language at a very high level will only increase chances of employment and career prospects. A higher-level qualification in a Foreign Language does not necessarily mean a career in Interpreting, Translating or Teaching, but prepares you for most career opportunities including Commerce, Banking, Sales, Marketing and posts abroad.
Student perspective
Entrance Criteria
In addition to a minimum of 5 GCSE’s inc Maths and English at grade 5 or above
Plus a minimum of grade 6 in GCSE French.
Exam Board
Eduqas
Contact details
Mrs G Speakman – gsn@knutsfordacademy.org.uk Head of Languages
Spanish A Level
Course Summary
Core content
1. Social issues and trends
2. Political, intellectual and artistic culture
3. Diversity and difference
4. The two Spains-1936 onwards
5. Works: Literary texts and films
– you will study a film in year 12 and a book/play in year 13
6. The Independent Research Project
Assessments
Paper 1: Speaking with two key tasks 11-12 minutes
- Presentation and follow up discussion of an independent research project
- Theme-based discussion based on a stimulus card comprising an image, a short text and a point for consideration.
Paper 2: Listening, Reading and Translation 2hrs 30
Paper 3: Writing 2hrs, two essays based on a literary work and a film studied in class
Where might it lead?
There are many opportunities to study the language at a higher level and students studying Spanish often continue their studies at University with another Foreign Language, Law, Maths or virtually any other subject. In an increasingly global business world, the ability to speak a language at a very high level will only increase chances of employment and career prospects. A higher level qualification in a Foreign Language does not necessarily mean a career in Interpreting, Translating or
Teaching, but prepares you for most career opportunities including Commerce, Banking, Sales, Marketing and posts abroad.
Student perspective
"Studying A Level Spanish has been enjoyable, useful and challenging. I particularly enjoyed learning about Spain's culture and history through topics such as Regional Culture and Heritage and also Post-Civil War Spain. Completing the Language Leaders Award at Egerton Primary School was a brilliant way to practice our spoken Spanish and it is a great thing to be able to include on your personal statement. Taking A Level Spanish has allowed me to gain confidence in both spoken and written Spanish and although it isn't an easy subject, I would highly recommend it."
Entrance Criteria
In addition to a minimum of 5 GCSE’s inc Maths and English at grade 5 or above
Plus a minimum of grade 6 in GCSE Spanish.
Exam Board
EDUQAS
Contact details
Mrs G Speakman – gsn@knutsfordacademy.org.uk Head of Languages