French A level

Applications Open: - Monday 3rd November 2025

Applications Close: - Thursday 20th August 2026.

General Sixth Form Entry Requirements: - Minimum 4 GCSE passes at Grade 4 and above to study BTEC or vocational courses; 5 GCSE passes at 4 and above to study A level/BTEC combination; 5 GCSE's at Grades 5 and above to study straight A Levels.

*Please note there may be subject specific entry requirements which also need to be met.

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices. Applications via email will not be accepted.

A level French

AQA

This is a two-year programme of language study based on 3 areas of study

The course will allow you to further develop your language skills in order to achieve a high level of communication. There is a sharp focus on broadening your vocabulary and deepening your grammatical knowledge. You will also improve your general study skills and exam techniques. You will, of course, study the contemporary French culture and society in depth, including discussing and debating the following topics:

Theme 1 – Social issues and trends in French society

Theme 2 - The political and artistic culture in French speaking countries, including music, festivals and traditions and the media.

Theme 3 – Literary texts and films

The course is taught through a mixture of listening, speaking, reading and writing exercises. Both listening and reading will refer to authentic material and will aim to make you an independent linguist. The speaking and writing tasks will develop your ability to communicate and express your own thoughts and opinions.

A-Level linear exam – to be assessed at the end of Year 13

Paper 1: Examination (40% of A-level) on aspects of French society (current trends, current issues, artistic culture, political life) – Listening, Reading and Writing – 2.5 hours

Paper 2: Examination (30% of A-level), writing analytical essays on the book and film studied– Writing – 2 hours

Paper 3: Speaking (30% of A-level) including a conversation in response to a stimulus card, followed by a presentation and discussion of your Individual Research Project – 21-23 minutes

Five GCSE 9-4 grades including English Language

A minimum grade 5 in French GCSE

Knowing a second language is an asset in any job.

Jobs directly related to your degree include:

• Interpreter

• Secondary school teacher

• Translator

Jobs where your degree would be useful include:

• Broadcast journalist

• Diplomatic Services operational officer

• English as a foreign language teacher

• International aid/development worker

• Logistics and distribution manager

• Marketing executive

• Patent examiner

• Sales executive

• Tour manager