Germany has undergone seismic changes over the last century and any student of German is guaranteed a fascinating insight into the country which sits at the heart of Europe. The study of German provides intellectual stimulation and fulfilment, together with a platform for further study. German can be studied with a wide range of other subjects at university from Business Studies to Science. Furthermore, Germany is renowned for its prestigious higher education institutions offering students the opportunity to further their studies abroad. Germany is at the forefront of scientific advances and is the third largest contributor to research and development, often offering fellowships to foreign scientists. The A-level German course allows you to engage with current social issues in Germany, as well as artistic culture, film and literature, and aspects of political life in the German-speaking world. The programme of study will provide opportunities for independent research and access to a wide range of authentic sources across a variety of media. By the end of the two-year course, you will be able to speak quite fluently in a foreign language, an invaluable skill to employers, 30% of whom want employees specifically for their language skills. C O N T E N T ASPECTS OF GERMAN-SPEAKING SOCIETY • The changing state of the family • The digital world • Youth culture: fashion and trends, music, television MULTICULTURALISM IN GERMAN-SPEAKING SOCIETY • Immigration • Integration • Racism ARTISTIC CULTURE IN THE GERMAN-SPEAKING WORLD • Festivals and traditions • Art and architecture • Cultural life in Berlin, past and present ASPECTS OF POLITICAL LIFE IN THE GERMAN SPEAKING WORLD • Germany and the European Union • Politics and youth • German re-unification and its consequences FILM & LITERATURE • Students must study one text and one film from a specified list
Name: A-level German Qualification title: GCE A Level in German Qualification type: Assessment INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH PROJECT • Identify a subject or key question which relates to a country where the language studied is spoken. These findings will be discussed during the speaking assessment. Paper 1: Listening, Reading and Translation, 2 hours 30 minutes, 40% of A-level. Paper 2 : Writing, 2 hours, 30% of A-level. Paper 3: Speaking, 21-23 minutes, 30% of A-level. Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20150929 21:50:58 Updated 20161007 10:44:55
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Title: GCE A Level in German Qualification: GCE A Level in German Classification: Languages, Literature and Culture