This engaging course will enable you to express yourself confidently in French across a wide range of contemporary topics. You will develop strong listening and reading skills through exposure to authentic French spoken by native speakers, while learning how to communicate your own ideas and opinions clearly.

You will also gain a deeper understanding of French culture and the diverse traditions of the French-speaking world, including France and other Francophone countries. French is spoken across several continents — why not become part of this global community?

In this course, you will be able to:

• Follow the National Curriculum at KS3, preparing you effectively for GCSE French
• Develop key linguistic and transferable skills, including problem-solving, memory, communication and strategies for understanding unfamiliar language
• Build confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing in French

100% exam-based (linear – all exams are taken at the end of the course; no coursework)

Four exam papers:

• Paper 1: Listening (25%)
• Paper 2: Speaking (25%)
• Paper 3: Reading (25%)
• Paper 4: Writing (25%

A Level French

This course builds on the skills and topics studied at GCSE and explores aspects of contemporary French society, current affairs and French literature, developing advanced language and analytical skills.

Studying French can lead to a wide range of careers, including: Translator, interpreter, journalist, languages teacher, cabin crew, pilot, hospitality and catering roles, the Foreign Office and Embassies, hotel management, tour guide, travel consultant, human resources within multinational companies, international banking, call centre work, supply chain management, international law, immigration lawyer and human rights barrister.

This course is exciting and relevant, taking you on a journey through the French-speaking world. You will gain valuable communication skills and cultural awareness that are highly valued by employers, colleges and universities.

Extremely useful. French enhances your understanding of other people, cultures and traditions. In an increasingly global society, it is a highly desirable skill for many careers.

Studying French helps you to develop:

• Strong communication skills
• Confidence and resilience
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Improved memory and listening skills
• Cultural awareness and empathy

These skills are transferable to almost any career path, making French a respected and practical subject choice.