What Will You Learn?

You will follow the AQA specifications and all your language skills will be developed while studying a variety of aspects of contemporary culture and society in the German-speaking countries. You will also study a German- language book and film.

Modules

There are three examinations:

Unit 1 consisting of listening, reading, writing and translation exercises worth 50% of the A Level mark (45% of the mark for AS)

Unit 2 consisting of essay(s) in German on films and books studied – one at AS level, two at A Level – worth 20% of the A Level mark (25% of the mark for AS)

Unit 3 consisting of speaking on the language topics covered, incorporating a Research Project at A Level, worth 30% of the mark at A and AS Level

Special Features

German is a highly sought-after language and , in addition to traditional careers in translating and teaching, there are very many opportunities for German-speakers in all aspects of business from customer service to international recruitment.

Where Will This Lead?

A qualification in a foreign language is an excellent asset for any career or university pathway. Increasingly, in our global society, employers and educational institutions are very keen to recruit those with an international aspect to their CV.

Previous students have gone on to study languages at universities across the world including Russell Group institutions. Many have chosen to stay within the North West, where there are many excellent language departments. Linguists from OSFC have gone on to work in many sectors including the chemical industry, the Air Force, law, teaching, marketing, the Civil Service and in the media.