French
at De Lisle College Loughborough Leicestershire, Loughborough · college
What the college says
During the A level course you will study a variety of themes and sub-themes to help you communicate effectively across a range of issues: Aspects of French-speaking society: current trends: - La famille en voie de changement - La cyber-société - Le rôle du bénévolat Artistic culture in the French speaking world: - Une culture fière de son patrimoine - La musique francophone contemporaine - Cinéma: le septième art Dossier cinéma et littérature: - L’étude du film L’auberge espagnole The year 12 course builds confidence and provides a solid foundation for the study of the themes and sub-themes in year 13. Aspects of French-speaking society: current issues: - Les aspects positifs d’une société diverse - Quelle vie pour les marginalisés? - Comment on traite les criminels Aspects of political life in the French-speaking world: - Les ados, le droit de vote et l’engagement politique - Manifestations, grèves - à qui le pouvoir? - La politique et l’immigration Dossier cinéma et littérature: • L’étude du texte Un sac de billes All four linguistic skills, grammatical awareness and vocabulary acquisition will be extended, practised and refined. This A level would lead directly into subject related university courses and careers, and indirectly into a wide range of higher education courses and career choices. - BA (Hons) French - BA (Hons) Modern Languages and Culture - Careers in business e.g. Export Manager - Careers in international relations e.g. Diplomat/Politician
What you need to get on
4 grade 4's and 2 grade 5's at GCSE and minimum grade 5 GCSE French
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
De Lisle Catholic School Loughborough Leicestershire
Thorpe Hill, Loughborough, LE11 4SQ
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Loughborough
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