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German

at King Edward Vi Grammar School, Chelmsford, Chelmsford · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

AIMS OF THE COURSE: Enhance linguistic skills and promote and develop capacity for critical thinking on the basis of knowledge and understanding of the language culture and society of the country or countries where the language is spoken. Develop control of the language system to convey meaning, using spoken and written skills, including an extended range of vocabulary, for both practical and intellectual purposes as increasingly confident, accurate and independent users of the language. Develop their ability to interact effectively with users of the language in speech and in writing, including through online media. Develop language learning skills and strategies, including communication strategies to sustain communication and build fluency and confidence. Engage critically with intellectually stimulating texts, films and other materials in the original language, developing an appreciation of sophisticated and creative uses of the language and understanding them within their cultural and social context. Develop knowledge about matters central to the society and culture, past and present, of the country or countries where the language is spoken. Mediate between cultures and between speakers of the language and speakers of English. Equip students with transferable skills such as autonomy, resourcefulness, creativity, critical thinking, and linguistic, cultural and cognitive flexibility that will enable them to proceed to further study or to employment. Develop capacity for inde

What you need to get on

The requirements for admission into Year 12 are: 1. An average GCSE/IGCSE points score of at least 6.4375 across the best eight subjects. This will be calculated as follows:  Reformed GCSEs (graded 9 to 1) will score according to the grade, i.e. a grade 7 would score 7 points for KEGS admission purposes.  Unreformed GCSEs (graded A* to G) will score as follows: A* =8.5 points, A = 7 points, B = 5.5 points, C = 4 points.  AS B grade or above = 8.5 points and FSMQ Additional Mathematics B grade or above = 8.5 points. 2. Reformed grade 6 or higher must be achieved in GCSE Mathematics and English (whether or not these subjects are being followed to A Level). 3. A suitably high GCSE grade, usually A or reformed grade 7 or better, in each chosen subject of study. 4. Reformed grade 4 or higher must be achieved at GCSE in a modern foreign language. 5. There need to be available places in the

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

  • King Edward VI Grammar School

    Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 3SX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 30 August 2026 · Chelmsford

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