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Considering a modern foreign language GCSE or A-level? Read our FAQ here

If you're thinking of studying a modern language at GCSE or A-level, but aren't entirely sure about it yet, look no further! Hopefully, this FAQ will help you to decide if modern languages are something you think you'll enjoy. Feel free to ask me any more questions you might have about modern languages and language-learning at GCSE, A-level or in general :h:

How are foreign languages useful/relevant?


How do I know if I'll enjoy/be good at languages GCSE/A-level?


Which language(s) shall I choose?


How are modern foreign language qualifications structured?


How proficient can I expect to be in the language after GCSE/A-level?


How hard is the workload?


How different are A-levels in foreign languages from GCSEs?

Reading this desperately trying to find a solution as a triple linguist for GCSE (French, Spanish, German (and also Latin)) and I cannot for the life of me choose between them...
Original post by mundosinfin
Reading this desperately trying to find a solution as a triple linguist for GCSE (French, Spanish, German (and also Latin)) and I cannot for the life of me choose between them...

Which did you end up going with?
Original post by mundosinfin
Reading this desperately trying to find a solution as a triple linguist for GCSE (French, Spanish, German (and also Latin)) and I cannot for the life of me choose between them...

ddf

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