GCSE Modern Foreign Languages
In years 10 and 11 you can choose to continue studying French. Students in the top sets can choose to study French or Spanish or both. Studying a language can bring many future benefits, not all of which are obvious until later. Employers often value a language qualification even when the job does not involve speaking another language, since it can demonstrate good communication skills and cultural awareness.
You will have the opportunity to use ICT in various ways to enhance your understanding of the language(s) and culture(s) you are studying. There is also the possibility of travelling abroad to use your language(s) to meet new people and to experience a different way of life. You will continue to improve all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing - through a variety of activities. Your writing skills will be assessed through coursework whilst the others will involve a final examination in Year 11.
You will learn not to be afraid of making mistakes in your chosen language(s) as you achieve the main aim of modern foreign languages - to communicate successfully with others. It is Academy policy to recruit foreign language assistants each year to bring some realism and added interest to the subject.
Directions at Post 16
The AS and A2 level languages build on the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing that you learned in Years 10 and 11. You will use increasingly complex language and you will improve your knowledge of the countries and the culture where the language is spoken. You will increase your accuracy and confidence in your chosen language and will have the chance to travel abroad to undertake work experience.
Routes after Post 16
Many language courses, either ‘pure’ or in combinations with other courses, are available at universities and colleges. Combining Business Studies and languages equips you ideally for working abroad. Combinations with other subjects like Leisure and Tourism, Health and Social Care, Law or Politics can prepare you for well paid jobs.
Please contact Mrs Storey for further information.