French
at The Broxbourne School, Broxbourne · school or sixth form
What the college says
Students who have enjoyed studying French to GCSE and have a passion for further study will have the opportunity to extend all language related skills. They should have an interest in the culture of French speaking countries, and will be able to study examples of French film and literature. By the end of the course students can expect to reach a high level of fluency in the language. Students study four major themes; these are Social Issues and Trends, Political, Intellectual and Artistic Culture, Immigration and Multiculturalism, and the Occupation and the Resistance. Vocabulary and grammar are studied systematically using our main course book Edexcel A-level French, which is supplemented by material from other sources, and a dedicated grammar book. Personal research is an essential element of the course, and we have a wide range of materials in the French department and the library, as well as actively encouraging students to use the Internet and Social Media to enhance their skills. Students benefit greatly from time spent with the Assistant, where they have the opportunity to prepare thoroughly for the speaking exam in groups of two or three.
What you need to get on
6 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
The Broxbourne School
High Road, Broxbourne, EN10 7DD
Day or block releaseClassroom basedCheck the journey
Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Broxbourne
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