French

Course Title: A-Level French

Type: A-Level

Entry Requirements:

Prospective students will need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 9 to 4 including English and Mathematics. Applicants must achieve a minimum of grade 6 in French.

Overview:

A-level French is a dynamic, interdisciplinary exploration of contemporary French-speaking society. Far more than just learning a language, you will analyse French cinema, literature, politics, and social issues, blending skills from cultural studies, sociology, history, and the arts. You will develop the critical thinking and superior communication skills highly prized by top universities and global employers, offering you a lifelong competitive edge.

Key Topics Include:

• Current Trends: The changing dynamics of family in Francophone countries, the impact and risks of digital society, and the value of volunteering.
• Current issues: Social diversity, the lives of those on the margins, and the challenges of crime and justice.
• Artistic culture: Cultural heritage at a national, regional, and local level, contemporary francophone music, and cinema and TV.
• Political life: Young people’s involvement in politics, the dynamics of protests, and the impact of immigration.
• Literature and film: Close analysis of a French-language film and literary text.

Assessment:

Assessment is conducted through three exams: a combined listening, reading and writing exam; a written exam focused on the book and film studied during the course; and a speaking exam centring on an independent research project of your choosing.