SEEVICFrench
AS/A2 Level - Two-year course
This course is designed for those who wish to improve their command of French and gain insight into the country and its people. All the skills used at GCSE – listening, speaking, reading and writing – are continued, enhancing students’ understanding and response to authentic language materials.
Students will gain an increased awareness of the importance of accuracy for their examinations. The AS and A2 Levels consist of two examinations, an oral and a mixed-skill paper, both examined externally.
Weekly sessions include a 45-minute conversation session with a French Assistant and listening practice in our state-of-the-art language laboratory. Students study a wide variety of topics relevant to France and French-speaking countries.
In year one (AS) study units consist of an initial transition module and four further topic areas: Media; Popular Culture; Healthy Living and Family. In year two (A2), the units include: Environment; Multicultural Society; Social Issues; and a cultural topic, such as a region of the country.
Careers and Further Studies
A foreign language is useful in any career, for example in tourism, international banking and commerce. As well as pure language degrees there are numerous possible subject combinations with French at university.
General Entry Requirements
Students will need the following:
- An average GCSE points score of 4.7 calculated from your eight best GCSEs or equivalent vocational qualifications but must include GCSE Maths and English Language.
- At least five GCSEs at grade C or above which must include GCSE English Language.
Specific Entry Requirements
B or above in GCSE French.
