AS/A Level French

AS/A Level French

Why choose French?
French is the most widely taught modern language both nationally and also at the College. Its importance is reflected locally, with an increasing number of business partnerships involving French companies. Some students take French and another language at A level, but an increasing number combine it with subjects such as Business Studies or Sciences, reflecting the wide range of opportunities in commerce for travel abroad and use of French. Most students, however, choose to continue their French studies because of a good GCSE grade, a successful exchange, family holidays to France or simply because they enjoy speaking the language.

Resources and Facilities
18 place Sanako language centre with audio, IT and video facilities
Computers with Internet links
Data projectors in all rooms
Interactive Whiteboard
Comprehensive Modern Languages website and forum

Teaching and Learning Styles
Extensive use of French in the lesson
A wide variety of subjects including leisure activities, the world of work and aspects of contemporary society
Weekly lesson with French native speaker

Extra-Curricular Activities

We have exchange links with two schools near Paris, in Cesson and Le Me sur Seine and with a school in Macon in Burgundy. We also arrange visits to theatre productions, French films and university study days.

Assessment
Four modules to be taken, two at AS level and two at A2, in reading, listening, speaking and writing skills.

Progression Opportunities
Many students go on to study a French degree, either single honours or in combination with another language. An increasing number of students study French with another subject, such as Law, Business Studies or History. Almost any combination is possible! Fluency in a foreign language will increase your employment opportunities in Britain and French-speaking countries.