Year 9 Options.

[kuzkasate]

Sadly, I only had a choice of two options. That sucks so much. I was really annoyed. I chose Seprate Science and Business Studies.

[PriceTags]

French etc aren't exactly going to help you when you're older, do something that will benefit you and not just something your mates are gonna choose

People who know a language are more likely to get into university and get a better paid job. Sounds like help to me.

Your other reasons not to pick French are also a load of bullsh, because there is a lot of money in interpeting and translating and it could help if you wanted to be an ambassador or work for a government agency or something that works in Canada, Europe or Africa!

To the OP, which language did you do in lower school? I did Spanish, and I don't regret picking it - it's a good variety of work - reading, writing, listening and speaking - I personally find it very interesting, but of course, if you find it boring, there's no point in picking it, unless you want to go on to uni and get a job in business.

Business is a good subject to take, but it is all coursework, meaning that with a bad teacher, it could be really really boring.

History is also one to consider - check your options booklet to see which period your school is offering. For the course I'm doing (AQA Modern History), there will be no coursework for your year, and I'm sure that will be quite similar for other exam boards offering history.

ICT (if it isn't required) is another one to think about, with the OCR National being worth 4 GCSEs (2 A*s and 2 As at distinction).

If you're feeling really stuck, you can see if you can get an interview with a Connexions advisor who can help you choose by looking at what your plans and ambitions are in the future, and what hobbies and interests you have now.

PM me if you want to talk !

[Eight.]

My parents speak french. I am gonna get a interview. I am actually good at all types of History but I only like modern history, I HAVE to pick a language out of French/German/Spanish and 2 subjects, I love ICT. I need to pick one more but I don't know what's fun.

[Barmi]

I need help for options I need your opinions on if lessons are fun or a lot of writing.

I wanna do Drama and Graphics and French or Spanish or German Don't know which one to pick.

I did OCR Drama, AQA Graphic Products and AQA German – and I enjoyed each of them!

Drama, as you could probably guess, was the light relief of my week because it was so different to any of my other subjects. A very fun option to take, and my confidence grew loads as a result. I had some great Drama teachers so the amount of written work was very little – two portfolios of about 12 pages. That was it. Performing your final performance piece in front of the examiner is so much more nerve-wracking than performing on stage... but you get a huge buzz at the end of it.

Graphic Products was a lot of work. Without a doubt, this was a very demanding coursework-heavy course. It is enjoyable and rewarding, but you must be prepared to put the work in. I had so many teachers (and supply teachers) it was ridiculous... but the first teacher and the last teacher were fantastic. The last one really helped me through the last few weeks to achieve a very good grade in a subject that I didn't want to take in the first place (but was the better evil out of the other technology subjects). The exam is ridiculously easy. Seriously, probably the easiest exam I've ever taken.

For any language course, and German in particular, it's incredibly useful to have a dynamic teacher. You also need to put in the time outside of lesson; the amount of time will vary from person to person... some people have a knack for remembering words and structures, but some (like me) don't. Again it's very rewarding when you 'crack' something or see yourself getting noticeably more comfortable with the language. I find German the most interesting out of the three languages you have the choice from, but I only had the choice between French or German. Word of caution: the speaking exam is probably the most terrifying exam experience you'll ever have. Enjoy!

[clueless]

I did art media and history and then french as a language.

To be honest I wouldnt go overboard with thinknig about the future and about ideal careers. Because I dont have a bloody clue what I want to do when I'm older and Im picking sixth form options! As long as you pick subjects you want to do then Im sure you will do just fine in them.

[luce]

the only option i got for year nine is spanish or german with french still being compulsory lolol

[Eight.]

OMG QUICK ANSWER!!! - What is Graphics? Where you use photoshop and stuff?

[Hazza]

Haha, "Drama is pointless" you should try doing it as GCSE before you come out with that bull. I do french, history, drama + ict and drama is the same amount of writing and hard work as all the rest. Drama is the one of, if not, the hardest subject for coursework because you have to write six 1,000 word essays as well as the 6 other practices. So before you mouth off saying drama is easy and relaxed subject then go try it and come back.

[cocaine]

Only if he's working in an airport in France will he need to speak french, as they have people to translate if people know 0 English and are lost or whatever.

nope, many businesses pay extra if their employees can speak basic in another language. and have you not heard of international businesses?

[BeanEgg]

Haha, "Drama is pointless" you should try doing it as GCSE before you come out with that bull. I do french, history, drama + ict and drama is the same amount of writing and hard work as all the rest. Drama is the one of, if not, the hardest subject for coursework because you have to write six 1,000 word essays as well as the 6 other practices. So before you mouth off saying drama is easy and relaxed subject then go try it and come back.

We have to do more than that in my English GCSE class.

So yea, as I mentioned above, choosing a language is extremely important. It will help you in every business you join. (High paid job-wise)
ICT, Business are also highly wanted in most professions.