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Key Facts: MATSEC AM French Exam
AM 12
Official MATSEC Advanced subject code
MATSEC 2026 syllabi catalogue
A–E / F
Subject grade scale (A highest pass; F fail)
Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025
30 / 24 / 18 / 12 / 6
AM grade points for grades A / B / C / D / E
Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025
44
Minimum total grade points for Matriculation Certificate (with required subject mix)
Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025
EUR 45
Revision of Paper fee at AM level (from 2026 sessions fee schedule)
MATSEC Examination Fees document
EUR 35
Late registration fee per subject (from 2026 sessions fee schedule)
MATSEC Examination Fees document
100
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MATSEC Advanced Matriculation French (AM 12) is a University of Malta MATSEC subject assessed under the 2026 syllabus (Four written components (2h + 3h + 2.5h + 30min) + oral 15 minutes). Results use grades A–E (pass) or F; AM grade points contribute to the Matriculation Certificate (minimum 44 points). The 100 questions on this page are an English-language MCQ study adaptation, not an official MATSEC format simulation.
Sample MATSEC AM French Practice Questions
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1According to the MATSEC AM French (AM 12) 2026 syllabus, how many written papers are set in addition to the oral examination?
2Paper I Analyse d’un texte non littéraire lasts how long and carries how many marks?
3In which language are the instructions for all AM French papers given?
4Paper II consists of which two compulsory exercises?
5For the Paper II essay, candidates should write approximately how many words on a chosen topic?
6Which prescribed text is compulsory for all AM French candidates in Paper III Section A?
7Paper IV Dictation lasts 30 minutes and is based on a modern French passage of approximately how many words?
8In the oral examination, the free conversation component requires the candidate to:
9In Paper I, candidates are strongly advised NOT to:
10Which of the following belongs under « Linguistic Remarks » in Paper I analysis?
About the MATSEC AM French Exam
Malta Advanced Matriculation (AM) French — AM 12 (2026) is administered by the MATSEC Examinations Board (University of Malta). Advanced Matriculation subjects form part of the Matriculation Certificate pathway (two Advanced Level subjects, three Intermediate Level subjects and Systems of Knowledge, with group restrictions and a minimum of 44 grade points; AM grade points A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6). Assessment for AM 12 follows the official 2026 syllabus scheme: Paper I Analyse d'un texte non littéraire (2 hours, 60 marks); Paper II Essay and written comprehension (3 hours, 175 marks); Paper III Literary studies (2.5 hours, 75 marks) including Le malade imaginaire extract questions and essays on prescribed authors; Paper IV Dictation (30 minutes, 30 marks); Oral 15 minutes. Instructions in all papers given in French. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation of syllabus knowledge and judgment, not an official paper simulation or substitute for required oral, practical, performance, coursework or project work.
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Assessment
Paper I Analyse d'un texte non littéraire (2 hours, 60 marks); Paper II Essay and written comprehension (3 hours, 175 marks); Paper III Literary studies (2.5 hours, 75 marks) including Le malade imaginaire extract questions and essays on prescribed authors; Paper IV Dictation (30 minutes, 30 marks); Oral 15 minutes. Instructions in all papers given in French.
Time Limit
Four written components (2h + 3h + 2.5h + 30min) + oral 15 minutes
Passing Score
Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Advanced Level grade points are: A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
Exam / Certification Fees
The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Advanced Matriculation (AM) level EUR 45, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable.
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Our practice resources: topics covered
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Non-literary text analysis
Non-literary text analysis
Essay writing and written comprehension
Essay writing and written comprehension
French literary studies and prescribed texts
French literary studies and prescribed texts
Dictation and listening accuracy
Dictation and listening accuracy
Oral communication in French
Oral communication in French
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What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Advanced Level grade points are: A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
- Assessment: Paper I Analyse d'un texte non littéraire (2 hours, 60 marks); Paper II Essay and written comprehension (3 hours, 175 marks); Paper III Literary studies (2.5 hours, 75 marks) including Le malade imaginaire extract questions and essays on prescribed authors; Paper IV Dictation (30 minutes, 30 marks); Oral 15 minutes. Instructions in all papers given in French.
- Time limit: Four written components (2h + 3h + 2.5h + 30min) + oral 15 minutes
- Exam / certification fees: The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Advanced Matriculation (AM) level EUR 45, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable. Official sources
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What is MATSEC Advanced Matriculation French?
Malta Advanced Matriculation (AM) French — AM 12 (2026) is an Advanced Matriculation subject administered by the MATSEC Examinations Board at the University of Malta under the official 2026 syllabus (AM 12). Advanced subjects contribute grade points toward the Matriculation Certificate (A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6).
How is MATSEC AM French assessed?
Paper I Analyse d'un texte non littéraire (2 hours, 60 marks); Paper II Essay and written comprehension (3 hours, 175 marks); Paper III Literary studies (2.5 hours, 75 marks) including Le malade imaginaire extract questions and essays on prescribed authors; Paper IV Dictation (30 minutes, 30 marks); Oral 15 minutes. Instructions in all papers given in French. Official papers are not fixed multiple-choice totals.
How much does MATSEC AM registration cost?
The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Advanced Matriculation (AM) level EUR 45, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable.
What grades and points apply at Advanced Level?
Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Advanced Level grade points are: A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
Are these official MATSEC examination questions?
No. Official MATSEC AM French uses the written/oral/practical/coursework components set in the AM 12 syllabus—not a fixed multiple-choice paper. This bank is an original English-language MCQ study adaptation for syllabus knowledge practice only.