French A-Level

Studying French A-Level allows you not only to build on your French linguistic skills but also develops

 your understanding of society and culture in French speaking countries. 

The language element of the course builds on grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening and speaking of the French language. Integrated with the language element, the course explores French-speaking societies, cultures, history and politics. Students will also study typically two books or one book and one film from a set list of French texts and films. 

Key Skills Acquired

Linguistic skills, communication strategies, critical thinking, analyse texts and films, cultural and cognitive flexibility, creativity. 

Prerequisites

French at GCSE (or equivalent) 

Complimentary A-Levels

English Literature, English Language & Literature, History, Geography, Philosophy, Latin, Classical Civilisations, Law, Economics, Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology, Drama, Theatre Studies, Spanish, German, Chinese. 

Typical Assessment

Examinations. 

Exam Boards

England, Wales and Northern Ireland Exam Boards: AQA, OCR, CCEA, WJEC, Pearson Edexcel (UK)

Scottish Exam Board (for Highers): SQA

International Exam Boards: Cambridge International Education (CIE), Pearson Edexcel (International)

Career Options

Translating, teaching, education, business, travel & tourism, politics, civil service, diplomatic service, publishing, journalism, banking, community liaison, international relations. 

UK Universities Include:

University of Essex, University of Nottingham, University of Southampton, University of Stirling, University of York, University of Warwick, University of Bath, Queen Mary University of London, University of Hull, University of Reading, University of Cambridge, University of Glasgow, University of Exeter, University of Liverpool, University of Leicester, University of Manchester, Cardiff University, University of Aberdeen, University of East Anglia, University of Kent, University of Sussex, University of Sheffield, University of Strathclyde, Heriot-Watt University, University of Roehampton, Aston University, University of Chester, University of Bristol, University of Lancaster, University of Leeds, University of Birmingham, Royal Holloway University of London, Newcastle University, University of Surrey, University of Oxford, University of St Andrews, Durham University, University College London (UCL), King’s College London, University of Edinburgh