Languages
French
Qualifications to start the course
Minimum entry requirements for all A Level courses are minimum of 8 GCSE subjects, with an average grade of 6 (legacy grade B) or above; including at least a grade 6 or above in GCSE English Language (or Literature) and GCSE mathematics and a grade 6 or above in GCSE Science.
In addition, to study this subject you must have a grade 6 or above in the chosen language (GCSE or equivalent).
Description of the subject
The French AS and A2 Level courses form a natural progression from GCSE, building on practical skills to enable you to understand and communicate in the written and spoken language for a variety of purposes in the world of work and leisure. Emphasis is placed on the development of personal and intellectual as well as linguistic skills.
What you will do
- Discuss topical issues such as the environment and racism, in French
- Read French newspapers and magazines
- Study a film and a book in detail
- Learn about current affairs and the French way of life from TV and radio
- Use the internet for information and communication
- Learn about French history and culture
- Speaking exam
- Reading, Writing and Listening exam.
Future prospects
An advanced language qualification is very highly regarded by employers, universities and colleges.
- Greatly enhanced employment possibilities throughout the increasingly global economy
- A range of study and career opportunities in fields such as Travel and Tourism, Education, Politics, Law, Journalism, Trade, Marketing and Publishing
- Communication and personal skills to benefit any future direction chosen.
Spanish
Qualifications to start the course
Minimum entry requirements for all A Level courses are minimum of 8 GCSE subjects, with an average grade of 6 (legacy grade B) or above; including at least a grade 6 or above in GCSE English Language (or Literature) and GCSE mathematics and a grade 6 or above in GCSE Science.
In addition, to study this subject you must have a grade 6 or above in the chosen language (GCSE or equivalent).
Description of the subject
The Spanish AS and A2 Level courses form a natural progression from GCSE, building on practical skills to enable you to understand and communicate in the written and spoken language for a variety of purposes in the world of work and leisure. Emphasis is placed on the development of personal and intellectual as well as linguistic skills.
What you will do
- Discuss topical issues such as the environment and racism, in Spanish
- Read Spanish newspapers and magazines
- Study a book and a film
- Learn about current affairs and the Spanish way of life from TV and radio
- Use the internet for information and communication
- Learn about Spanish history and culture
- Speaking exam
- Reading, Writing and Listening exam.
Future prospects
An advanced language qualification is very highly regarded by employers, universities and colleges.
- Greatly enhanced employment possibilities throughout the increasingly global economy
- A range of study and career opportunities in fields such as Travel and Tourism, Education, Politics, Law, Journalism, Trade, Marketing and Publishing
- Communication and personal skills to benefit any future direction chosen.
