Switzerland Cycle d'Orientation (Sekundarstufe I) Languages > Second National Language

The Cycle d'Orientation (CO) is the lower secondary level of education in Switzerland, covering the last three years of compulsory education for students aged 12 to 15 (9CO, 10CO, 11CO). The language of instruction varies depending on the language region (German, French, Italian, or Romansh). Students are required to learn a second national language in addition to English.

While the specific syllabus for the second national language at the 11CO level could not be located, the "Plan d'études de français: cycle d'orientation" published in 1999 by the Department of Public Instruction in Geneva provides a framework for French language instruction. This document highlights the learning processes and teaching methods for French as a mother tongue within the Cycle d'Orientation. Further research is needed to obtain current and detailed syllabus information for other second national languages at the 11CO level.