A Level French

Applications Open – Monday 3 November 2025

Applications Close – Friday 13 February 2026

Entry Requirements – Can be found on the course booklet on our website: https://4905753ff3cea231a868-376d75cd2890937de6f542499f88a819.ssl.cf3.rackcdn.com/bartoncourt/uploads/document/Sixth-Form-course-booklet-2026.pdf

How to Apply – Please apply via KentChoices

French is a versatile language and combines well with a range of A Level subjects including Mathematics, Geography and English. Today the study of a language is vital in order to take full advantage of the opportunities in today’s global job market.

1. Social issues and trends

- the changing nature of family

- the 'cyber society'

- the place of voluntary work

- positive features of a diverse society

- life for the marginalised

- how criminals are treated

2. Political and artistic culture

- a culture proud of its heritage

- contemporary francophone music

- cinema; the 7th art

- teenagers, the right to vote and political commitment

- demonstrations, strikes - who holds the power

- politics and immigration

3. Grammar

4. Works: Literary texts and films

5. Individual research project

Paper 1: Listening, Reading and Writing (50% of A Level)

Paper 2: Writing (20% of A Level)

Paper 3: Speaking (30% of A Level)

Sixth Form entry requirements, including GCSE French at grade 6 or above.

French graduates have a vast array of career opportunities open to them, ranging from work with well-known multinational companies to international organisations or charities. There are exciting opportunities, often involving travel abroad, in finance/banking, sales, manufacturing, community/social services, research/medicine and transport/communication. The study of French at A Level is, without doubt, a most worthwhile investment for the future!