All students entering Seconde embark on a common programme of studies which includes 2 subjects which involve a degree of choice:
Option 1 : A modern language which the student has been studying for at least 2 years – German, Russian, Spanish or Portuguese
Option 2 : SES ( economic & social studies) or
MPI (Mesures Physiques Informatique)
Students may, if time-tabling allows, also choose a non-compulsory subject of study (art, music, German for beginners etc)
Now that they are in the Lycée, pupils are expected to have a disciplined, pro-active approach to their studies and to be willing partners with their teachers in programmes designed to enable them to achieve their full academic potential, to obtain their Baccalaureat and to prepare for university and professional life.
In 2nde, students should expect to spend at least 10 hours each week on assignments and class preparation and to have demanding schedules, including on Saturday mornings!
Moving into 2nde means entering a new, exciting and demanding phase of schooling, designed to prepare dynamic and motivated youngsters for their higher educational and professional futures.