French

QUALIFICATION GCSE French

CONTENT The aim of the course is to build on the language skills students already have to help them become more confident and competent with the French language. This course aims to enable students to use French effectively for the purpose of practical communication. It forms a sound base for the skills, language and attitudes required for further study, work and leisure. It offers insights into the culture and civilisation of the countries where French is spoken.

BENEFITS French is the official language of the Olympic Games, the United Nations and Disneyland Paris! Businesses often pay a higher salary to employees with a second language and many universities expect students to have a GCSE in a language. The study of a language enhances grammar skills in English, increases problem-solving skills and improves memory. French is spoken in more than 40 countries in the world by over 125 million people. Students have the opportunity to go on an exchange and visit Parc Asterix or Euro Disney.

CAREERS Tourist industry, Olympics, Euro Disney, Airport, Air cabin crew, Business, Trade, Interpreter, Translator, Chef de cuisine, International relations, International law, Linguist, Overseas aid worker, Teaching, Research jobs in media, fashion, arts and music.

USEFUL RESOURCES Textbooks, web sites,

eg BBC Bite size, Revision Guides, role-play revision guides, AQA self-assessment booklets, independent listening packs, bilingual dictionaries, Mary Glasgow magazines, School Resource Centre

CONTACT Ms Halford