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GCE A Level German

at Colchester County High School For Girls, Colchester · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The aim of the course is to develop the use of the language and acquire a sympathetic and informed understanding of the culture and people of Germany. Communicating effectively in spoken German as well as writing is essential and a 30 minute conversation lesson per week in small groups with the German Assistant is offered. The German exchange is open to Years 12 and 13 enabling students to practise speaking German and develop their knowledge of German society by staying with a family in Giessen. It is also possible for students to do a week’s work experience as an alternative to the traditional exchange.

What you need to get on

The minimum entry requirement is 4 GCSEs at Grade 7 or above and 2 GCSEs at Grade 6 including English Language and Mathematics at a minimum of Grade 6. Students will be required to achieve at least a Grade 7 in each GCSE subject they wish to study at A 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

  • Colchester County High School for Girls

    NORMAN WAY, COLCHESTER, CO3 3US

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · COLCHESTER

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