AS/A Level GCE (for first teaching in 2008) German - H076 H476

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Update to specification

Vertical black lines indicate a significant change to the previous printed version. Changes can be found on pages 15, 17, 36 and 38. Significant change to the previous printed versions.

Withdrawal of cassettes

A phased withdrawal of cassettes and introduction of CDs using mp3 format will be put in place from 2008. The January 2008 series is unaffected by the phased withdrawal. For more information about these changes, please read the full notice to centres (PDF, 50 Kb).

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Specification (version 3 - July 2008)

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Guide to what has changed

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Notice to centres - Revised versions of the specification

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Specimen assessment materials - All units

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Overview

This specification gives candidates an excellent grounding in all aspects of the German language, with the opportunity to demonstrate their ability in speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Benefits to you and your learners of teaching this qualification

  • Supports breadth and depth of study by building on the strengths of the previous specification
  • It cuts the assessment burden on students with just two units at AS and two units at A2
  • Just one written assessment at each level and one speaking test at each level
  • Straightforward assessment with no coursework required
  • Topics have been streamlined
  • This new specification is excellent preparation for students intending to study German at degree level or who are interested in careers where the language may be useful to them.

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