German

German follows a common syllabus framework for the teaching and examining of modern languages in the Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate. The syllabus aims to develop learners’ communicative skills in the German, to develop their strategies for effective language learning and raise their awareness of cultural, social and political diversity.

Assessment is by means of a written examination, and an aural and oral examination at common level for Junior Cycle and at two levels, Ordinary level and Higher level for Senior Cycle.