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Sixth Form > Our Pathways
If you are looking for a future using communication skills, interpersonal skills, problem-solving, team-work, organisational skills and independence, as well as excellent job prospects, then a modern language is for you. Languages are a personal skill and as such are an enriching experience with plenty of added value.
Examination Board EDUQAS
Qualification Accreditation Number 603/0071/1
Sixth Form > Our Pathways
If you are looking for a future using communication skills, interpersonal skills, problem-solving, team-work, organisational skills and independence, as well as excellent job prospects, then a modern language is for you. Languages are a personal skill and as such are an enriching experience with plenty of added value.
Examination Board EDUQAS
Qualification Accreditation Number 603/0071/1
If you are looking for a future using communication skills, interpersonal skills, problem-solving, team-work, organisational skills and independence, as well as excellent job prospects, then a modern language is for you. Languages are a personal skill and as such are an enriching experience with plenty of added value.
A qualification in AS or A2 French is very highly regarded by universities.
Family structures, traditional and modern values, friendships/relationships
Youth trends, issues and personal identity
Regional culture and heritage in France, French-speaking countries and communities
Literature, art, film and music in the French speaking world
Migration and integration
Cultural identity and marginalisation
Cultural enrichment and celebrating difference
Discrimination and diversity
From June 1940-May 1945 (occupation, liberation and end of World War II)
Life in Occupied France and the cultural dimension (théâtre, cinéma, littérature)
1945-1950: rebuilding and restructuring · Repercussions for modern day France
Mrs Boddison
A minimum of 5 9-5 GCSE grades, which must include a grade 5 or above in either English Language or English Literature. If students do not have a grade 4+ in GSCE Maths they will be required to re-sit this qualification.
Students must be prepared to work long hours outside lesson time to regularly review the topics covered.
Component 1
Speaking-
Presentation and discussion of independent research project followed by discussed of stimulus card.
Component 2
Listening, Reading and Translation-
Answering questions based on French passages, translation from French into English.
Component 3
Critical and analytical response in writing
Two written essays- one based on the literary work (No et moi) and the second on a film (Les Choristes).
| Assessment | Topic Area | Duration | Value |
| Component 1 | Speaking Exam | 21-23 minutes | 30% Qualifications |
| Component 2 | Listening, Reading and Translation | 2 hours 30 minutes | 50% Qualifications |
| Component 3 | Critical and analytical response in writing | 2 hours | 20% Qualifications |
All assessments are to be taken at the end of Year 13.
Language study gives you invaluable practical and transferable skills for the future. You may choose to specialise in French at university or combine your language with other subjects such as Engineering, Management and Business Studies, Teaching, Fashion Design, Travel and Hospitality Management, Accountancy, European Studies, or even Medicine.
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