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French

at Backwell School, Bristol · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The A level French course builds on the knowledge, understanding and skills gained at GCSE. You will gain a range of transferable skills including communication, critical thinking, research skills and creativity. As well as developing your language skills, you will widen your knowledge and understanding of themes relating to the culture and societies where French is spoken. Examples include technological and social changes, highlights of French-speaking artistic culture, including francophone music and cinema, and who wields political power in the French-speaking world. The most successful A level linguists have always shown a commitment to and an enjoyment of the subject which extends way beyond the classroom. We encourage you to read foreign language magazines, newspapers and books, participate in theatre and cinema visits, and attend lectures out of school. We also encourage you to arrange an exchange visit, a study trip or work experience in a Frenchspeaking country. Please contact Backwell School to discuss this course information in more detail.

What you need to get on

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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

  • Backwell School

    Station Road Backwell, Bristol, BS48 3BX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Bristol

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