A Level German
at Droitwich Spa High School and Sixth Form Centre, Droitwich · school or sixth form
What the college says
The emphasis is on communication, building on the skills developed at GCSE. The course is topic based enabling students to develop a broad cultural knowledge and understanding of the language. Topics at AS include the digital world, youth culture, the changing state of the family, the cultural life of Berlin and festivals and traditions in German-speaking countries. Students will also study texts and films in the target language and will have the opportunity to carry out independent research on an area of their choice.
What you need to get on
At least a grade 6 in GCSE German and the capacity to use grammatically correct language at a sophisticated level.
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
Droitwich Spa High School
Westlands Way, Droitwich, WR9 0AA
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Droitwich
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