A Level French by Distance Learning - The Course
The French A Level is split into two major components - AS and A2. The AS level can be sat in its own right.
Each lesson begins with a set of clearly stated objectives and an explanation of its place in the overall programme of study.
Effective learning is encouraged through frequent activities and self-assessment questions.
There are thirteen tutor-marked assignments (known as TMAs).
Availability
The French AS distance learning course is available now for first examination in June 2010. The French A2 course is available for first examination in June 2011.
At both AS and A2 level the course is supported by aural material on CD-Rom, and access to Nelson Thornes online resources at Kerboodle. Students will need to have internet access to benefit from these. Both the CD-Rom and online access are included within the cost of the course. For an overview see our blog on French A level, and for fuller details click on the link to the course introduction in the right hand panel of this webpage.
Key Topics Covered
The French AS Level course covers the syllabus in five modules of the following titles:
AS Level French
Module One: Family and Relationships
- Relationships within the family
- Friendships
- Marriage and Partnerships
Module Two: Healthy Living and Lifestyle
- Sport and exercise
- Health and well-being
- Holidays
Module Three: Media
- Communication Technology
- Television
- Advertising
Module Four: Popular Culture
- Cinema
- Music
- Fashion/Trends
Module Five: AS Unit 1 and Unit 2
- Unit 1 - Listening, Reading and Writing Test
- Appendix 1 - Phrases for Essay Writing at AS
- Appendix 2 - CD Listening transcript
- AS Unit 2 - Speaking Test
- Appendix - Questions Personnelles, speaking and writing practice
- French Grammar Section and Verb Tables
A2 Level French
The French A2 level course covers the syllabus in five modules as follows:
Module One: The Environment
- Pollution
- Energy
- Protecting the Planet
Module Two: The Multicultural Society
- Immigration
- Integration
- Racism
- Wealth and Poverty
- Law and Order
- Impact of Scientific and Technological Progress
Module Four: Cultural Topics
- The work of a French speaking novelist: Faiza Guene
- The work of a French speaking playwright: Moliere
Module Five: Revision and Mock Exam
- Unit 3 Listening, Reading and Writing Exam preparation
- Unit 4 Speaking Test preparation
The Syllabus
This course prepares candidates for the new AQA French AS level syllabus 1651, for examination in 2009 and later years. Most candidates will then study the A2 syllabus 2651. The full Advanced Level qualification comprises AS and A2. This syllabus has been chosen because it is the most suitable for distance learning.
Assessment for the AS is based on one 2 hour written paper worth 70% of the final mark and a speaking and listening test worth 30% of the final mark. Assessment for the A2 is based on one paper on listening, reading and writing lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes and worth 35% of the A Level, and one speaking test lasting 35 minutes (with 20 minutes preparation time) worth 15% of the A Level.
Coursework
There is no coursework.
