A-Level French (AQA 7652)

Course Overview

If you are interested in improving your linguistic skills and developing a greater understanding of how French speaking society has been shaped socially and culturally, and how it continues to change, then A-level French is for you.

French fosters a range of transferable skills including communication, critical thinking, research skills and creativity. You will study a range of contemporary social issues, including technological change and the diversity and the benefits it brings. You will also be looking at French speaking artistic culture, including music, cinema and political power, and its impact on youth culture. There will be opportunities to take part in trips abroad and experience university lectures.

A foreign language A-level will complement and enhance a whole variety of subjects, in particular students wishing to apply to Russell Group universities will benefit from having a language A-level alongside another facilitating subject, such as: mathematics, further mathematics, English Literature, physics, biology, chemistry, geography, and history.

The course is comprised of two written papers as well as a speaking exam based on individual research project of your choice.

You will study:

  • Social issues and trends
  • Political and artistic culture
  • Grammar

“French A-level is a challenging but satisfying course – I have really enjoyed this year.  Having a small group gives a great opportunity to learn well in lessons.”

St Ivo Student

Course Code: 7652

Minimum Entry Requirements

  • A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English 
  • Must have sat higher paper in GCSE French gaining Grade 6+

Exam Board: AQA

Assessment

100% Exam:

  • Paper 1: Listening, reading and writing
  • Paper 2: Writing
  • Paper 3: Speaking

Choosing your post-16 options is an important decision, and St Ivo Academy Sixth Form is here to guide you. Applications are welcome from students in St Ives and beyond via the MyChoice16 platform.

Step-by-step application process

  1. Log in to your MyChoice16 account.
  2. Select ‘My Applications’. To start a new application, click ‘Start a new Application’; to continue an existing one, click ‘Continue’ next to your application.
  3. Complete all sections of your Profile Template if this is your first application. For additional applications, only ‘Course Choices’ needs to be completed.
  4. Qualifications will be uploaded by the school—this section can be skipped. Your form tutor will add a reference.
  5. Complete any remaining fields or checkboxes. Click ‘Send Application’ to submit.
  6. Your application status will update (eg. Sent, Schools Hold). The school will review your application to ensure it meets the requirements, and you may be asked to discuss it with a teacher.
  7. Monitor your application regularly and respond promptly to any notifications.
  8. All applicants will be invited to an interview before a provisional offer is made.

 

Language & Communication

  • Translator / Interpreter
  • Diplomatic Service / International Relations
  • Journalist / Foreign Correspondent

Business & Tourism

  • International Business / Trade
  • Marketing / PR with global companies
  • Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality

Education & Culture

  • Teacher / Lecturer in Languages
  • Cultural or Arts Administrator
  • Researcher in Languages or Literature

Other Professional Roles

  • Law, Politics, or Civil Service (with further study)
  • NGOs and International Organisations
  • Aviation and Customer Relations

Annalisa Champley-Potter – Annalisa.Champley-Potter@astreastivo.org

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