YEAR 1

In the first year of A-level French, you will learn a range of social issues and trends and aspects of the political and artistic culture of the countries where the language is spoken, as well as the study of a literary text or film.

YEAR 2

In the second year, you will study a further two major topics, the multicultural society and recent historical events, plus a literary text and a film.

Throughout both years, you will develop the four key skills of reading, listening, writing and speaking that you started at GCSE, as well as translation. You will also improve your ability to communicate effectively, both in speaking and writing, by studying, researching and discussing a range of exciting topics. These topics are centred around French speaking societies and their evolution over time in terms of social, cultural and historical events. You will gain a range of transferable skills, including communication, critical thinking, research skills and creativity.

Assessment

Short grammar tests, written homework assignments (translations, listening and reading comprehension), timed essays, mock exams (including speaking), group work and presentations.

There are three components:

Undergraduate Degree options

You can choose to study a pure language degree or combine it with a subject of your choice, for example, Business, History, Politics, Law or English.

Possible Career Options

Studying a modern foreign language in today’s global economy can open a wide range of career opportunities. Many employers look for potential employees with language skills in the areas of:

Why choose this course

You will be taught by excellent, well-qualified teachers who put students at the heart of the curriculum.

We keep languages class sizes small to enable tutors to give you a higher level of support in this challenging, but highly-rewarding subject. You will learn in a well-equipped language base with excellent IT facilities through a variety of learning methods, which include interactive computer-based activities.

You will participate in a range of cultural activities and university trips, experience visits by guest speakers and have the opportunity for trips abroad.

A-LEVEL ENTRY
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VOCATIONAL COURSE
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS