Why study Modern Foreign Languages(French/Spanish)?

The subject provides opportunities to develop language skills and general knowledge through student focused assessment. With an element of personal choice and a wide range of appealing content and opportunities, the course allows students to gain a greater understanding of another culture. Grammar is studied alongside the various themes. Studying a language helps students to become well-informed world citizens and effective communicators.

Course content/Outline:

French A Level

Spanish A Level

Year 12 - Aspects of French-speaking society: current trends The changing nature of family The 'cyber-society' The place of voluntary work Artistic culture in the French-speaking world A culture proud of its heritage Contemporary francophone music Cinema: the 7th art form A film – La haine Year 13 - Aspects of French-speaking society: current issues Positive features of a diverse society Life for the marginalised How criminals are treated Aspects of political life in the French-speaking world Teenagers, the right to vote and political commitment Demonstrations, strikes – who holds the power? Politics and immigration

Year 12 - Aspects of Hispanic society: current trends Modern and traditional values Cyberspace Equal rights Artistic culture in the Hispanic world Modern day idols Spanish regional identity Cultural heritage A film – Volver Year 13 - Multiculturalism in Hispanic society: current issues Immigration Racism Integration Aspects of political life in the Hispanic world Today’s youth, tomorrow’s citizens Monarchies and dictatorships Popular movements A literary work An individual research project

All Sixth Form linguists are offered the opportunity to go to France or Spain as part of a Work Experience scheme. Students also benefit from individual support with a Foreign Languages Assistant.

What career opportunities are there?

Languages are recognised as being intellectually challenging, and both universities and employers look more favourably at potential candidates who have a language. European languages are the key to European communication and you can combine a language with any other field of study at university, as well as open wider employment opportunities in a global market. Here are just a few possible career fields: International Sales and Marketing, Investment Banking, Law, Education, Government, Journalism, Travel and Tourism.

Syllabus: French / Spanish
Examination Board: AQA
More information: Miss A Haria