German

The GCSE German course begins in Year 9 and is taught over three years. Students have 3 lessons a week.

Exam board

AQA http://www.aqa.org.uk/

Core content is divided into three themes: (1) Identity and culture (2) Local, national, international and global areas of interest (3) Current and future study and employment.

Students are assessed in the four skills: Listening 25%, Reading 25%, Speaking 25%, Writing 25% and sit public exams at the end of Year 11.

Progression pathways and careers

Languages can open all sorts of doors for you in your future career, from teaching and interpreting, through to enhancing careers, such as journalism, the arts, law and the business world. The ability to speak a language offers an exciting range of travel opportunities at school, university and the world of work.

Please also note that Modern Language GCSEs now form part of the recognised English Baccalaureate (EBacc) and a GCSE language is required for entry to some of the best universities, even for non-language courses.

Languages are also useful for careers in travel and tourism, Business, Finance, Media or any other career that involves travel.

Useful links

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/languages/gcse/german-8668/specification-at-a-glance

Kerboodle - www.kerboodle.com

Mfl Sunderland Schools  – www.lightbulblanguages.co.uk

Contact

Rebecca Moitra - Head of German Moitra@hendonschool.co.uk