
BHS Sixth Form Options 2025
GERMAN
EXAM BOARD: EDUQAS
What does the course involve:
The Eduqas A Level course assesses Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking over 3 examined modules at A Level. Students will explore aspects of German-speaking society and culture. There is no coursework, with exams taken in Year 13.

FOR STUDENTS
INTERESTED IN:
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Being a confident communicator
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Exploring the effective use of a foreign language
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Learning about the culture of Germany and the German speaking world
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Communicating with new people
Year 12 Topic Areas:
Families and citizenship, nature of marriage, being a good citizen, youth trends, personal identity, trends in fashion, modern technology, relationships, peer pressure, education and employment opportunities, work and travel; regional culture and heritage in Germany/German-speaking countries and communities; media, art, film, and music.
Year 13 Topic Areas:
Migration, integration, cultural identity, marginalisation; cultural enrichment; diversity and difference; the positive aspects of a diverse society; discrimination; the making of modern Germany; social and political challenges; reunification; social cohesion; community challenges; economic impact of a united Germany.
Component 1: Speaking
30%
21-23 minutes. 60 marks.
Task 1: Presentation of an independent research project (chosen by student) and ensuing discussion of content.
Task 2: Discussion based on a stimulus card relating to one of the themes studied.
Component 2: Listening, Reading & Translation
50%
2 hours 30 minutes. 100 marks. Written paper.
Stimulus material in German based on the four topic areas.
Listening, Reading and Translation from German to English, and English to German.
Component 3: Critical & Analytical Response in Writing
20%
2 hours. 40 marks.
Essay 1: Based on a literary text.
Essay 2: Based on an additional literary text or film from the prescribed list studied.
POSSIBLE
CAREER PATHS:
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Careers with an international flavour
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Many professions requiring graduates of high motivation and ability
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Journalism and the media
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Teaching
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Publishing
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Advertising
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Legal profession
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Any job with an emphasis on communication