German

This course would appeal to those interested in language and communication; business; literature, media; other cultures and ways of life; travel; journalism; international affairs

You will learn to communicate at a higher level but you will also learn much more about a wide range of aspects of society. The topics studied include:

• current trends; the changing nature of the family; the ‘cyber-society’; the place of voluntary work
• current issues; positive features of a diverse society; life for the marginalised; how criminals are treated.
• artistic culture including music and cinema
• aspects of political life; teenagers and the right to vote; demonstrations and strikes; politics and immigration
• literary texts and film
• individual research project

As with GCSE you will be expected to demonstrate your linguistic ability in all four skills areas of reading, listening, speaking and writing.

Having German at A-level will certainly improve your employability, in particular with companies which have international branches. There is also the opportunity to work or study in Germany and German-speaking countries. There are career opportunities in journalism, law, banking and finance, teaching, translating, interpreting and leisure.