6th Form

Frech Key Stage 5

Bienvenue au Lycée Quintin Kynaston!

Welcome to the AS French course at QK! We will be using the course book Nelson Thornes and Zenith for both AS and A2 and following the AQA syllabus.

AQA - French AS Examinations.

AS Course

Unit 1 = Listening, Reading and Writing.
70% of AS and 35% of A-Level
2 hour written examination.
110 Marks

Unit 2 = Speaking Test.
30% of AS and 15% of A-Level
35 minute speaking test (including 20 minutes of preparation)
50 marks

Coursework: none

Topics covered by term

A2 Course

Unit 3 = Listening, Reading and Writing.
35% of A-Level
2 hour 30 mins written examination.
110 Marks

Unit 4 = Speaking Test.
15% of A-Level
35 minute speaking test (including 20 minutes of preparation)
50 marks

Coursework: none

Topics covered by term

What do I need to start?

You will need to have an interest in current affairs and an ability to communicate effectively and confidently. In addition to the Entry Requirement, you need to achieve grade C or better in GCSE French.

Is this course for me?

Yes, if you would like to develop and build on the skills acquired at GCSE as well as gaining an insight into other cultures. The course will also enable you to develop critical insights into the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of countries or communities where French is spoken, enhancing employment prospects. French is highly desirable for some careers such as economics, business, fashion, law and journalism.

What will I learn?

You will:

• be able to communicate confidently, clearly and imaginatively using increasingly accurate, complex and varied language
• gain knowledge on the contemporary society and cultural background of France and Francophone countries
• develop confidence in communication skills