German

MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGE
GERMAN
AS and A2 LEVEL

Minimum requirement GCSE grade B and a grade C in English Language.

AIMS
to enable effective and confident communication in the language

to encourage an interest in the contemporary society, institutions, way of life and culture of German speaking countries

to encourage personal development by promoting learning and social skills.

ASSIGNMENTS
At least three or four pieces of written and/or learning homework a week.

CONTENTS
The course consists of five lessons a week. Zeitgeist is the main course book and this is supplemented by a wide variety of authentic materials.
Students are encouraged to do work experience in Germany. We recommend that they invest in a German journal and a good dictionary.

ASSESSMENT
There are two exams at the end of the year. One is a spoken exam and one a written exam which also assesses Listening and Reading skills.

USEFULNESS IN THE FUTURE
The course is designed to cater for students intending to embark on a traditional honours degree in Languages or one of the many newer degree courses with a Modern Language component. It would also be useful for students for whom the study of a language might provide a useful secondary skill. The ability to communicate in a European Language is increasingly becoming an asset for job seekers.