MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES

The best that has been thought:

• Students study a range of critically acclaimed foreign language films

The best that has been said:

• Students study key figures such as Nelson Mandela focusing on his statement that talk to a man in his own language and you talk to his heart the department uses this idea to help students to understand that their pursuit of language is not superficial but offers a chance of real connection and human understanding within a global community.

An appreciation for human creativity:

• Students look at the life, works and impact of people such as Frida Kahlo, Jacques Prevert, Francisco De Quevedo. This is done through the mode of film, art and podcasts.

An appreciation of human achievement:

• The department highlights events such as the Olympics, football events and Eurovision to help students to build an idea of the global community they are a part of and the benefits it brings.

Cultural capital in MFL builds students who are confident in explaining the traditions of other languages and understanding how these fit into the wider world.