AS/A2 EDEXCEL

If you are really good at languages you may take up Italian from scratch.  This one year course will enable you to:

• Develop skills in a new foreign language very quickly.
• Communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in the foreign language
• Develop insights into the country / countries where the language is spoken.
• Study a subject that combines well with any AS/A2 subject
• Develop skills that are highly valued by employers and universities
• Take part in an exchange and other study trips.

Course Outline
You can do this course either as a beginner or as a post GCSE student and reach AS in one year; A2 in second year.  Students must be good, keen linguists. Given that this is an intensive course you are strongly advised to take part in the exchange (with a school near Venice).  The approximate cost of the exchange is £250.

The course is organised into units:

• Youth culture and concerns
• Lifestyle: health and fitness
• The world around us: travel and tourism, environmental issues and the Italian speaking world
• Education and employment

At the end of the course you will take two exams which will test your listening, reading, writing and speaking skills.

A2 Level
The second year builds on skills acquired at AS level.  Grammar and vocabulary are reinforced and extended through the study of topics including: customs, traditions, beliefs and religions; national and international events; literature and the arts.

Preferred Entry Requirements
If you are starting from scratch, you must have an A or A* at GCSE in another foreign language. If you have already taken the subject at GCSE level then a grade A or B is required.*

*Please note that your enrolment on to a particular course must be approved by the Head of that department.