French

Applications Open: - Now

Applications Close: - Friday 13th February 2026 (This is the official deadline, when planning for the new timetable will begin; however, applications may still be accepted after this date.)

Entry Requirements: - 6 GCSE passes at Grade 5+, including a minimum of Grade 5 in Mathematics and English.

How to Apply: - Apply via KentChoices

Why study this subject?

• To develop the ability to speak and write French to a high standard in a variety of registers

• To develop skills in reading and listening to French

• To develop understanding of French life and culture

• To develop positive attitudes to foreign language learning

• To provide an excellent basis for those who wish to continue to degree level

A Level French is a highly regarded qualification for most university courses, and for any profession which requires clear communication and precision. It often proves invaluable for careers in medicine, science, law or business. Modern languages graduates currently have one of the highest employment rates.

Unit 1: Listening, Reading and Writing

• Candidates will answer a range of questions based on approximately 5 minutes of heard material and on a selection of written stimulus texts. They will also have translation exercises (Eng-Fre/Fre-Eng).

Unit 2: Writing

• Candidates will write 2 essays on set books and films. The essays will require a critical appreciation of the concepts and issues in the works studied.

Unit 3: Speaking

• Candidates will have a stimulus card based on one of the topics studied and will have to present an individual research project.

The A Level course will cover the following topics:

• Popular culture - Cinema, music and heritage

• Politics - Unions, the right to vote, immigration

• Family/relationships - Relationships within the family, friendships and marriage/partnerships

• The cyber society - Internet, its dangers and its advantages

• Voluntary work - The importance of voluntary work, its benefits and drawbacks

• A diverse society - Racism, integration and the prison system

Unit 1: Listening, Reading and Writing

2 hours 30 minutes; 50% of the A Level qualification

Unit 2: Writing

2 hours; 20% of the A Level qualification

Unit 3: Speaking

30% of the A Level qualification

GCSE grade 6 in French.