German - GCSE

L2 Level 2
Part Time
4 September 2024 — 28 June 2025
City Centre Campus, Cardiff
£: This course is free for unemployed adults or adults in receipt of specific benefits. If eligible, you do not pay the 'Course fee' listed under 'Course fee per year'. A registration fee of £10-40 may be charged. Any professional registration fee / exam fee / other fee listed will need to be paid for. Financial support for these costs may be available. To find our more go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding

About this course

The GCSE in German is an intensive one-year course. In this course, students will practise the four language skills of reading, speaking, listening and writing and are encouraged to use the target language wherever possible.   

Although the course is suitable for beginners, some knowledge of German or another foreign language is recommended. Previous experience of studying another modern foreign language would be a benefit.  

The aim of the course is to prepare learners to sit the WJEC GCSE German exam; to develop language skills, enabling candidates to communicate and interact confidently.

What you will study

Identity and culture

Youth culture – self and relationships, technology and social media

Lifestyle – health and fitness, entertainment and leisure 

Customs and traditions – food and drink, festivals and traditions 

Wales and the world 

Home and locality – local areas of interest, travel and transport 

The wider world – holidays and tourism, local and regional features and characteristics of Germany and German-speaking countries 

Global sustainability – environment, social issues 

Current and future study and employment 

Current study – school/college life, school/college studies 

Enterprise, employability and future plans – skills and personal qualities, post-16 study, career plans, employment 

All the skills are weighted 25%. 

The Speaking component is assessed in April/May.  

There are 3 tasks for the Speaking exam – a role-play, photo card discussion and a 2-part conversation on separate topics. This exam lasts a maximum of 10 minutes for Foundation Tier and 12 minutes for the Higher Tier. 

Reading and Responding: 1 hour for Foundation Tier and 1 hour 15 minutes for Higher Tier. 

Writing: 1 hour 15 minutes for Foundation tier and 1-hour minutes for Higher Tier. Writing tasks include 1 translation task from English/Welsh into German.

Course fee per year

Exam Fee: £35.00

Part-time enrolment fee: £35.00

Course Fee: £380.00

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for adult learners, but previous study of German or another foreign language is necessary. This could include study of a foreign language at KS3, private study at home or with a tutor, or consistent use of an online or digital tool such as a language app. All class communication outside of the lesson will be conducted through Microsoft TEAMS. You will also need to use a computer to complete coursework. Therefore, some knowledge and/or experience of Microsoft Office will be an advantage. Full-time students should have a minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade D.

Course times

Wednesday (17:45 - 20:45)

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

4 September 2024

End date

28 June 2025

Time of day

Night Time

Part Time

3 hours per week

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
Maps & directions
£: This course is free for unemployed adults or adults in receipt of specific benefits. If eligible, you do not pay the 'Course fee' listed under 'Course fee per year'. A registration fee of £10-40 may be charged. Any professional registration fee / exam fee / other fee listed will need to be paid for. Financial support for these costs may be available. To find our more go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding

Course code

GCCC2E11
L2

Qualification

WJEC Level 1/Level 2 GCSE in German

Locations

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

City Centre Campus,

Dumballs Road,

Cardiff,

CF10 5FE