French A Level (S9416)

3 A Level Programme

Minimum of 66444 at GCSE (Please note : grade 4 may be replaced by an 'old C' grade and grade 6 by 'old' B grade)

Vocational subjects cannot replace GCSEs for entry on to an A Level programme.

You must also study English/Maths GCSE if you have not already achieved grade 4 in these subjects.

4 A level programme

If you achieve a minimum of 3 GCSE's at grade 8 (A*) plus 5 at grade 7 (A) and your English Language and Maths are at minimum grade 4, you will have the option to join the A Plus programme.

Please note that A Plus is designed for applicants to academic courses at Oxford, Cambridge or other Russel Group universities. Grades in vocational subjects cannot replace GCSE's for entry to this programme.

Vocational programmes

Minimum of five grade 4 at GCSE (or old grade C) or Merit/Distinction in a relevant BTEC First Diploma (or equivalent) plus 1 grade 4 (or old grade 4) at GCSE. You must also study English Language and/or Maths GCSE if you have not already achieved grade 4 in these subjects.

Level 2 programme

Minimum of three grade 4 at GCSE (or old Grade C).

This programme is designed for those students who just miss our entry requirements for level 3 study. It includes an opportunity to improve your GCSE English Language and Maths grades, alongside a Workskills course to develop the skills required for progression into employment or onto a level 3 programme.

Studying a language beyond GCSE is an excellent opportunity to develop your communication skills. Language lessons are lively, full of variety and classes quickly develop a friendly atmosphere and strong sense of identity. A level language qualifications are very well regarded by both universities and employers and will look great on your CV. You will continue to develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills through the study of the following areas of interest: being a young person in a French speaking society, understanding the French speaking world, diversity and difference and France during the occupation. In every lesson you will take part in many different activities such as watching or listening to news items, studying written passages and working in small groups on speaking tasks. You will develop a wide range of vocabulary and work systematically on learning new grammar. During the first year, the aim is to develop your confidence and ability to communicate, particularly when speaking. In the second year, you will complete an in depth study of the work of a French author and a recent French film. We have strong links with the University of East Anglia (UEA) and you will have the chance to work on your speaking skills in small groups with student ambassadors. You will do individual research on a topic of your choice in preparation for your oral exam. This builds up your skills of independent learning and organisation. You will also have the opportunity to attend a range of events outside of college including a Modern Languages Summer School at UEA and ‘Taster’ sessions for new languages in Cambridge. If you enjoy learning languages and want to develop your skills to a higher level, A Level French could be a great choice for you. Studying A Level French will also give you an excellent opportunity to learn more about other cultures and the world outside of the UK. You will be assessed through three exams at the end of the course. There will be an oral exam, a listening, reading and translation oaoer and an essay paper.

3 A Level Programme

Minimum of 66444 at GCSE (Please note : grade 4 may be replaced by an 'old C' grade and grade 6 by 'old' B grade)

Vocational subjects cannot replace GCSEs for entry on to an A Level programme.

You must also study English/Maths GCSE if you have not already achieved grade 4 in these subjects.

If you achieve a minimum of 3 GCSE's at grade 8 (A*) plus 5 at grade 7 (A) and your English Language and Maths are at minimum grade 4, you will have the option to join the A Plus programme.

Please note that A Plus is designed for applicants to academic courses at Oxford, Cambridge or other Russel Group universities. Grades in vocational subjects cannot replace GCSE's for entry to this programme.

Many A Level students have gone on to study French on its own or combined with other languages at high-ranking universities. Last year our students gained places at Oxford, Cambridge, Warwick and Aston. After university our students have entered a range of careers including in law, education and business.