German – AS & A Level

AQA

Description of the Specification

• The course is designed to enable students to:
• Develop an interest in, and an enthusiasm for, language learning
• Develop understanding of the language in a variety of contexts
• Communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in the language for a range of purposes
• Develop awareness and understanding of the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of German-speaking countries
• Understand German spoken in a variety of contexts

Type and Nature of the Work

• Assessment by external examination (no coursework)
• Topic work is the main means of presenting information to students
• Students are expected to develop their knowledge of all aspects of German life
• They are also encouraged to go to a German-speaking country
• A Foreign Language Assistant provides support with the development of oral work
• Students are encouraged to work independently through the use of satellite TV, CD roms, the Internet and the Language Laboratory

The topics for AS Level: family, food, health, transport, sport, tourism, leisure, communication, technology, media.

The topics for A2 Level: integration and exclusion, law and order, unemployment, environment, science and technology, literature and the arts, political issues, heritage and history.

Method of Assessment

AS

Unit 1 - Speaking: Role Play & Topic Discussion

15% of total A level mark

Unit 2 - Listening, Reading and Writing 1

35% of total A level mark

A2

Unit 3 – Speaking

15% of total A level mark

Unit 4 - Reading, Listening and Writing 2

35% of total A level mark

Specific Entry Requirements: A minimum of grade A in GCSE German for A level or a grade B if studying AS level only.

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