1. French 0520

2. Aims of the syllabus This syllabus aims to:
develop the ability to communicate effectively using the target language
offer insights into the culture and society of countries where the language is spoken
develop awareness of the nature of language and language learning
encourage positive attitudes towards speakers of other languages and a sympathetic approach to other cultures and civilisations
provide enjoyment and intellectual stimulation
develop transferable skills (e.g. analysis, memorising, drawing of inferences) to complement other areas of the curriculum
form a sound base of the skills, language and attitudes required for progression to work or further study, either in the target language or another subject area.

3. Curriculum content
The syllabus content is organised around five broad Topic areas
Everyday activities
Personal and social life
The world around us
The world of work
The international world.

4. Assessment at a glance Paper Weighting Paper 1 Listening 45 min 25 %
Paper 2 Reading hour
Paper 3 Speaking min
Paper 4 Writing hour

5. Assessment objectives
AO1 Understand and respond to spoken language
AO2 Understand and respond to written language
AO3 Communicate in speech, showing knowledge of a range and variety of vocabulary, and applying the grammar and structures of the target language accurately
AO4 Communicate in writing, showing knowledge of a range and variety of vocabulary, and applying the grammar and structures of the target language accurately.