A-Level in German

The course teaches students to communicate in the written and spoken language. There is also a strong emphasis on developing an understanding of the social, cultural and commercial background of Germany and other German speaking countries.

As well as timetabled German lessons, there will also be allocated time with a German speaker to prepare for the Speaking examination.

Lessons are interactive with a strong emphasis on speaking and writing skills. Extended writing tasks are frequently set for homework relating strongly to work covered in class. Students are also encouraged to read and listen to German independently and travel to Germany if possible.

• Component 1 (speaking) NEA - 30%
• Component 2 (reading, listening and translation) exam - 50%
• Component 3 (writing - novel and film) - 20%

For all Sixth Form courses, students must have five GCSE (or equivalent) passes at Grades 9-4, which must include Mathematics and English Language/Literature at a Grade 4 or above. For this course, students must also have a Grade 5 or above in GCSE German.

An A level language may lead to further study at university level as a pure or combined language degree.

Many universities offer combined courses such as German with Business/ Management, English, other languages, Law, Accountancy, Engineering and Sciences.

Living in the European and Global community, languages are highly sought after by employers across a wide spectrum of careers. Languages are particularly useful in Business, Teaching, The Travel and Tourism Industry, Marketing, Translation, Law, Civil Service, Exports, Work abroad or Bilingual Secretarial work.