MFL

The MFL AS and A2 courses are based on everyday use of MFL and cover a range of useful topics covering language that is useful for both social and context situations. Use will be made of a range of authentic materials including video, newspapers and magazines and the internet.

AS Content & Assessment

The AS examination is made up of 3 compulsory units as follows:

Unit 1 Listening and Reading.

You will answer questions on listening and reading texts of varying lengths. You will have control of the tape.

Unit 2

You will study two topics from French/German society such as Environment or Multiculturalism.

Unit 3 Speaking test

You will give a 2 minute presentation. The topics for U1 and U3 are:

Free time

Health

Education

Work

Rights and Responsibilities

Family and Relationships

A2 Content & Assessment

The A2 examination is made up of a further three units. The % of marks carried forward from the AS in Unit 1 15%, Unit 2 20%, Unit 3 15%.

Unit 4

Like Unit 1 except there will be translation into and from the target language.

Unit 5 Coursework

Two pieces of 700-800 words each on an aspect of French society.

Unit 6 Speaking Test

Various topics from contemporary society such as war, racism, crime, transport, poverty, Europe and health will be discussed. You will have to argue your opinion and explain articles from English speaking press.