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A Level French

at St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy, Bedlington · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Topics suggested Year 1: • Current trends in French-speaking society (The changing nature of family, The ‘cyber -society’ and 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 study of a French-speaking film Topics suggested Year 2: • Current trends in French-speaking society (Positive features of a diverse society, Life for the marginalised and 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? And Politics and immigration • A study of a French-speaking book or play • An individual research project linked to a French-speaking country.

What you need to get on

General Sixth Form entry requirements as detailed in the Sixth Form Prospectus plus course specific entry requirements of Grade 6 in French with consistent performance in all 4 skills. Students should have sat the Higher Tier exam at GCSE.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy

    Ridge Terrace, Bedlington, NE22 6ED

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Bedlington

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