AQA AS Level in French

You will build on your existing skilss in speaking, writing, listening and reading French. You will increase your vocabulary during the year and become more accurate with your grammar. We will be using a wide range of materials- music, video, newspaper articles, as well as the course book and the accompanying grammar book. We will be discussing current topics and writing essays on the AS French themes. Five Reasons to Study this Course at Chichester 1. You will have a trip to France during the academic year. 2. You will be taught by a native speaker. 3. Conversation sessions with French students studying at Chichester. 4. Lively classes with debates, video and music. 5. Lots of exam practice and solid preparation for your qualification. What will I Study? The AS topics revolve around 4 main topic areas: Les medias (television, advertising and modern technology), La Culture Populaire (cinema, music, fashion) Une Vie Saine (sport, health and holidays) and La Famille et les Relations Personnelles (friendships, family, personal relationships). Around these vocabulary and discussion topics, there is a grammar programme to help you express yourself accurately and use a variety of tenses, and you will learn how to write good essays in French. Speaking is an essential part of the programme and you will also listen to French people's opinions and points of view on the major themes and topics. How will I be Taught? You will have 6 hours of French a week, which will include class sessions to cover the grammar and vocabulary of each of the topic areas. Through a range of materials, you will be introduced to new language and be given plenty of opportunity to practice it. You will have intensive speaking practice with a French assistant, ensuring good preparation for the speaking compoonent of the exam. The course book is supported by excellent online interactive exercises, videos and worksheets. How will I be Assessed? There is one listening, reading and writing exam at the end of the year (80%) and an oral exam (20%). During the year, you will have mock AS exams to monitor your progress and frequent smaller grammar and vocabulary tests as well as essay writing which will generally be done for homework.