Urdu - A and AS Levels

Urdu - A and AS Levels

What are the main features of this course?
The first year is the AS course which consists of 2 units (Spoken Expression and Response in Urdu and Understanding and Written response in Urdu).The second year completes the A level with 2 further units (Understanding and Spoken response in Urdu and Research and Written response in Urdu).
The aims of the course are:
1. to develop a high level of communication skills;
2. to develop awareness of various aspects of societies in which the language is spoken;
3. to develop study skills as a preparation for the world of work, further study, training or leisure;
4. to be enjoyable, interesting and relevant to the needs of students.
Hours of Lessons per Week: 4.7
Indicative Group Size: 15

How is the course assessed?
The course assessment involves an external examination for each unit at the end of each year (June).
Who should study this course?
Students who have been successful at GCSEor have a high degree of fluency in Urdu and English.

Where can I go next?
On completing this course successfully students can progress on to A2 Urdu or use the AS points with other A level to apply for higher education courses.

Exam Board:
Edexcel