German A2 level

German, A2-level
AS & A Level
About the Course
At AS level two units are taken in the first year. Work in the early stages is designed to provide a gradual transition from GCSE. You will be encouraged to express your opinions about the topics studied in speech and in writing. Some time will be devoted to exploring how the language works and you will find that this will increase the range and accuracy of what you can say and write. Two further units are taken at A2 level in the second year. You will have the opportunity to do an email exchange with Germany and to take part in a study visit.
Previous destinations have included Berlin, Düsseldorf and Paderborn.
AS Topic areasYouth culture and concerns, health and fitness, education and employment, travel, tourism and environmental issues.
A2 Topic areas
Traditions and beliefs, national and international events,literature and the arts.
Course Aims
To improve your skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing in German through the study of a range of topics. The course also aims to teach you more about life in Germany and other German speaking countries through a mixture of teaching and independent research.
What are the entry requirements?
How is the course assessed?
The units for AS and A2 test all four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. You will also research and write about a topic related to the country.
There is no coursework.
AS level
Unit 1 Speaking (30%)
Unit 2 Listening, reading and writing (70%)
A2 level
Unit 3 Speaking and listening (35%)
Unit 4 Research, writing and civilization (65%)
Fees
No Course Fees for Under 19's. Over 19's must pay, or claim Level 2 or Level 3 Entitlement for FREE courses .
What next?
Germany is one of our key partners in Europe; a knowledge of German can enhance your career prospects. Students progress to studying German in its own right at university or, increasingly, combine it with another subject such as Law or Business. Others go on to find employment, for example in the tourist industry.