COURSE CODE: AQA French A Level - 7652 AQA Spanish A Level - 7692
TYPICAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Grade 5 in GCSE French
CAREER POSSIBILITIES
An A Level in French opens up a world of global career opportunities. It’s highly valued by employers for the communication, adaptability, and cultural awareness it develops. French can take you into international business, law, diplomacy, journalism, education, tourism, or work with global organisations and NGOs. As one of the world’s most widely spoken and influential languages, French gives you a competitive edge and the confidence to connect with people and opportunities across the globe.
THE PROGRAMME
The AQA A Level French course offers an exciting and intellectually stimulating journey into language, culture, and society across the French-speaking world. It is designed to develop confident, fluent communication and a deep understanding of how language reflects and shapes identity, values, and global perspectives. Students will explore a wide range of themes, including family and relationships, technological change, volunteering and social engagement, music and cinema, heritage and diversity, crime and justice, and political participation. These topics provide insight into contemporary issues and cultural traditions in France and other Francophone countries. The course also introduces students to authentic materials, such as newspaper articles, podcasts, films, and literary texts, enabling them to interpret and respond to real-world content. You will study one major work of literature and one film in depth, analysing themes, characters, and stylistic features, and writing essays that demonstrate critical thinking and linguistic precision.
Assessment is through three components:
• Paper 1: Listening, Reading and Writing (50%) – testing comprehension of spoken and written French and translation skills.
• Paper 2: Writing (20%) – two essays: one on the set text and one on the set film.
• Paper 3: Speaking (30%) – a discussion based on a stimulus card and an Independent Research Project on a topic of your choice, giving you the opportunity to design and present your own study.
WHY STUDY THIS SUBJECT?
Studying A Level French opens doors to a world of opportunity. It is not just about mastering grammar and vocabulary—it is about gaining a global perspective and understanding how language connects people and cultures. You will develop high-level communication skills, critical thinking, and analytical abilities that are highly valued by universities and employers. French is spoken on five continents and is an official language of many international organizations, including the United Nations and the European Union. This makes it an asset for careers in business, law, diplomacy, journalism, tourism, international development, and beyond. The course also offers fascinating insights into Francophone cultures, film and literature, and current social and political issues, helping you become a more confident, culturally aware, and adaptable learner.
Please note: This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers. Final decisions on course availability will be made based on demand and timetabling feasibility.
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