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Modern Languages
French, Italian, Spanish and German
The following topics will be studied with reference to target language countries as well as in a wider global context as appropriate:
AS
Leisure and Lifestyles
The Individual and Society
A Level (A2)
Environmental Issues
Social and Political Issues
As well as the specified topics, A2 students will also take one Guided Studies option from:
Regions of the country studied
The World of Cinema
The World of Literature
During the course you may have the opportunity to visit a country where your chosen language is spoken as part of an exchange or study trip as well as an email exchange with people of your own age. You will also have the opportunity to speak your chosen language regularly with a native speaker, and learn about their country, culture and history.
AS (Year One)
You will be assessed on oral, listening, reading and writing skills.
Unit 1 Oral: 12 - 15 minute oral exam
General conversation
Examiner-led discussion of topics
Unit 2 Listening, Reading and Writing: 2.5 hour exam
Listening and Responding
Reading and Responding
Grammar tasks
Translating Target language into English
Essay
A2 (Year Two)
You will be assessed on oral, listening, reading and writing skills.
Unit 3 Oral: 15 - 20 minute oral exam
Structured Discussion
Exposé
Unit 4 Listening, Reading and Writing: three hour exam
Listening and Responding
Reading and Responding
Translating English into Target Language
General Essay
Guided Studies Essay
The ability to speak another language is a definite asset. Modern foreign languages are commonly used in the world of commerce, international business, diplomacy, the world of art, financial services, the media, tourism and technology.
A modern foreign language is relevant and useful for a number of degree courses such as: Law, Medical Courses, Business Studies, Marketing/Export Management, Journalism/Media Studies, Education and Tourism.
Qualification(s)
Specific Entry Requirements
Grade B or above at GCSE in whichever Modern Language subject you choose to study.
Results
SUMMER 2010
A-B grades French 54%
A-B grades German 100%
A-B grades Spanish 83%
A-B grade Italian 80%