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A LEVEL
CHINESE

OVERVIEW Language learning is a very fulfilling and rewarding experience. If you are
considering studying Chinese in the Sixth Form you will not only enjoy
perfecting your linguistic knowledge, but you will also explore one of the most
ancient cultures in greater depth, thus understanding Chinese lifestyle, tradition
and ways of thinking.
China is rapidly becoming one of the most powerful world economies; one in four
employers rate Chinese Mandarin as an essential skill for today’s young people.
Having knowledge of Chinese will potentially be of great benefit in areas such as
business, politics, finance and the law, to name but a few. Becoming proficient in
Chinese will undoubtedly make you stand out from the crowd in the marketplace
and will complement the wide range of subjects read at university.

APPROACH This course develops advanced linguistic skills, as well as fostering an awareness of
Chinese culture and society. Opportunities to experience Chinese culture include
an annual trip to London to celebrate Chinese New Year, a yearly food festival
showcasing China’s diverse culinary traditions, and a range of activities marking
traditional festivals.
Millfield was chosen by the Chinese Government to be Somerset’s first ‘Confucius
Classroom’ leading the promotion of Chinese language and culture in the region.
With the annual funding and teacher support that come with this status, we
currently run Mandarin clubs at four local schools.
You will be using a wide range of resources from formal textbooks to authentic
resources, enabling you to develop both your comprehension and communicative
skills. The use of modern technologies will also enhance your learning in and
outside of the classroom as you will be able to access captivating materials and
use a range of software to help you produce vibrant presentations and documents.
COURSE OUTLINE There are two options for the A level course:
Option 1: Students take this course as one of their three main subjects on a full
teaching timetable.
Option 2: Students take this course as a fourth subject on a reduced timetable, in
addition to their three main subjects.

FURTHER INFORMATION This is a reformed A level course by Pearson Edexcel. All examinations are taken at
the end of the Upper Sixth.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Advanced to native-level of Chinese or, grade 6 and above in Chinese at GCSE of
IGCSE.

EXAM BOARD AND 9CN0
SPECIFICATION Edexcel A level Chinese (2017) | Pearson qualifications

CONTACT Head of Languages
Mr M Nash
nash.ma@millfieldschool.com

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