Sixth Form Subject Guide 2019-2021 REDRAFTED Sixth Form Choices Guide | Page 46

IB German Language B (Higher and Standard Level) HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: Mr F Retter ([email protected]) Entry Requirements Grade B in GCSE German or equivalent Where next? It is impossible to list all the jobs that studying a language facilitates. The ability to communicate fluently is a vital skill in almost all areas of professional life. Language specific jobs such as teaching, translation, diplomacy, foreign affairs, journalism, publishing, advertising, the civil service, and tourism spring immediately to mind and a language is obviously highly desirable in the business, economic and commercial world with the internationalisation/globalisation of many companies. Obviously, speaking German would enable you to work abroad, providing more possibilities and options in the currently very competitive job market. WHAT WILL I STUDY? The course covers a breadth of 5 topics: Identities, Experiences, Human Ingenuity Social Organisations and Saving the Planet. It is examined at the end of the 2 year linear course and consists of 75% External Assessment and 25% Internal Assessment. HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? External Assessment: Paper 1 – Composition (25%) Paper 2 – Reading & Listening Comprehension (50%) Internal Assessment: Individual Oral, (12-15 mins, 25%) 45