French AS and A Level
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Summary:
What will you learn on this course?
AS level:
- to develop understanding of French (reading and writing skills)
- to communicate confidently
- to develop awareness and understanding of contemporary society and cultural background
- to write a research-based essay in French on an area of interest to the student chosen from the topic areas for the unit
A2 Advanced level:
- to further develop language skills in all areas
- to study literature (will change next year with the new specifications)
At least five GCSE passes at grade A*-C, including English and A*-B in French.
Assessment:Exams…
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Summary:
What will you learn on this course?
AS level:
- to develop understanding of French (reading and writing skills)
- to communicate confidently
- to develop awareness and understanding of contemporary society and cultural background
- to write a research-based essay in French on an area of interest to the student chosen from the topic areas for the unit
A2 Advanced level:
- to further develop language skills in all areas
- to study literature (will change next year with the new specifications)
At least five GCSE passes at grade A*-C, including English and A*-B in French.
Assessment:Exams that test listening, reading and writing in French.
Full Description:How will you be assessed?
AS: Two exams:
Unit 1: spoken expression and response in French (30% of the total AS marks)8-10 minute assessment in two sections
Unit 2: understanding and written response in French (70% of the
total AS marks)
2h 30 paper in three sections (listening, reading, writing)
A2: Three exams for the 2008 examination (this will change next year)
Unit 4: speaking (choice of stance)
Unit 5: literature or coursework
Unit 6: listening, reading and writing
What other courses go well with this one?
French can be studied with any other subjects, not only
humanities subjects but subjects such as maths and sciences.
What will you need to buy?
A textbook, a grammar book and a vocabulary book. Details will
be provided at the beginning of the course
What could you go on to do at the end of the course?
- take a degree course in French
- take a degree course in other subjects with French as an extra option
- work in Industry where a language is a must or a bonus
How can you find out more about the subject?
www.edexcel.org.uk
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