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French is one of the most widely learned languages in the world and spoken by more than 200 million people in four different continents – so you will be in good company.

There are many French companies too operating around the world in a wide range of fields including media, finance, industry, tourism and sport. And if you are interested in cooking, fashion, theatre, arts, dance and architecture then you will also be well catered for.

Practical French learning can enhance your communication and critical thinking abilities, positively influencing your other academic pursuits. Additionally, you'll find it more straightforward to learn other Latin-based Romance languages like Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese.

 

AQA SPECIFICATION 

Unit Modules Weighting Length
Paper 1 Listening, reading and writing 50% 2h 30m
Paper 2 Writing 20% 2h
Paper 3 Speaking 30% Oral Exam - 21-30min (5min prep time)

 

Future Prospects

The full A level in French is a subject that is favoured by top universities for a whole range of courses and provides the basis for students who wish to study towards a degree in French or who wish to study a combined degree and study French alongside Politics and International Relations, Business Studies, History, Sociology, Law, English or Philosophy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can French be completed in one year?

  • Students who are retaking their A-Levels
  • Students who wish to complete the course in one intensive year  

Do you offer other exam boards for Retake students?

We try our best to cater for all student needs. Please contact admissions for further information.

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