Head of Department
Mrs D Broadbent BA (Hons), MA (Ed), PGCE
A Level Course Outline
This course aims to give candidates an excellent grounding in all aspects of the German language with the opportunity to develop ability and confidence in the four skill areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Furthermore, the specification aims to stimulate greater cultural awareness of Germany and German speaking countries.
Higher Education and Career Opportunities
The AQA syllabus is an excellent preparation for students intending to study German at University, or as a valuable addition to science based A Levels and degree courses. German is also particularly valuable in a wide variety of career areas, including Law, Accountancy, Business, Media and Teaching.
Course Content
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Examination Board |
AQA |
Full details of the specification and assessment criteria can be found on the AQA website |
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What is assessed: Aspects of German-speaking society. Artistic culture in the German-speaking world |
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AS Level |
Paper 1 |
Listening, reading and writing |
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Paper 2 |
Writing (one literary text or film from set list) |
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Paper 3 |
Speaking |
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What is assessed: Aspects of German-speaking society, Artistic culture in the German speaking world. Multiculturalism and aspects of political life in the German-speaking society |
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A Level |
Paper 1 |
Listening, reading and writing Written exam: 2 hrs 30 mins - 100 marks 50% of A level |
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Paper 2 |
Writing (one literary text and one film or two texts from set list) Written Exam: 2hrs - 80 marks 20% of A Level |
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Paper 3 |
Speaking (including individual research project) Oral exam: 21-23 minutes (+5mins preparation time) - |
