German

Course aims

An in-depth study of a modern language at advanced level, including the major skills of writing, listening, reading and speaking. Other aims:

• To develop awareness of various aspects of the societies where German is spoken
• To develop a high level of communication skills and competence in German
• To extend learners intellectually and develop their general study skills
• To prepare learners for the use of German in work, further study or leisure.

Entry requirements

You will require a grade 6 in German, in addition to the general entry requirements.

Course content

Spoken expression, response, understanding and written response in German and research:

• Youth culture and concerns
• Lifestyle: health and fitness
• The world around us: travel, tourism, environmental issues and the German speaking world
• Education and employment
• Customs, religions, beliefs and traditions
• National and international events: past, present and future
• Literature and the arts.

Course assessment

• Units 1 – 3: speaking, listening, reading and writing exams
• Unit 4: translation, essay and research work.

Materials

To be provided by Dudley Sixth.

Progress

Higher Education.