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Qualification details

EDEXCEL Level 3 Advanced GCE in Russian
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Qualification summary

A Level Specification in Russian encourage students to develop an interest in, and enthusiasm for, language learning; develop understanding of the language in a variety of contexts and genres; communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in the language for a range of purposes; develop awareness and understanding of the contemporary society, cultural; background and heritage of countries or communities where the language is spoken; consider their study of the language in a broader context.

Qualification details

500/2536/3
EDEXCEL - Edexcel Limited
3
GCE - GCE A Level
Single Award
Accreditation start date:
01/09/2007
Operational start date in centres:
01/09/2008
Accreditation end date:
31/08/2014
Certification end date:
31/08/2015
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This qualification may form part of the entry requirements for progression to higher education or employment.
No specific job occupation
  • 12 Languages, Literature and Culture
    • 12.2  Other Languages, Literature and Culture
360
360
A*/A/B/C/D/E
Oral Examination
Written Examination
All AS and A2 units are assessed through independent assessment and holistic assessment is addressed within A2 units
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There are four mandatory units. There are no forbidden combinations or specific pathways.
  • T/500/8020 - Research, Understanding and Written Response in Russian
    The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 32.50%.
    Assessment Methods (these supersede the ones in the Unit Details):
    • Written Examination.
  • A/500/8021 - Spoken Expression and Response in Russian
    The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 15.00%.
    Assessment Methods (these supersede the ones in the Unit Details):
    • Oral Examination.
  • F/500/8022 - Understanding and Spoken Response in Russian
    The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 17.50%.
    Assessment Methods (these supersede the ones in the Unit Details):
    • Oral Examination.
  • J/500/8023 - Understanding and Written Response in Russian
    The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 35.00%.
    Assessment Methods (these supersede the ones in the Unit Details):
    • Written Examination.