AQA MFL Instructions for the Conduct of Exams (ICE)

The MFL Instructions for the Conduct of Exams (ICE) for the summer 2026 exams series are now available.

3.2 Political and artistic culture

Students must study the themes and sub-themes below in relation to Poland. Students must study the themes and sub-themes using a range of sources, including material from online media.

3.2.1 Theme: Artistic culture in the Polish-speaking world past and present

3.2.1.1 Sub-theme: Festivals and traditions

  • Roots and origins
  • Social and economic impact
  • Regional and local heritage

3.2.1.2 Sub-theme: Polish cultural life

  • Cinema
  • Art
  • Music

3.2.2 Theme: Aspects of political life in Poland past and present

3.2.2.1 Sub-theme: Poland and the European Union

  • The role of Poland in Europe
  • The benefits of membership of the EU for Poland
  • The challenges of membership of the EU for Poland

3.2.2.2 Sub-theme: Polish politics and young people

  • Young people and their engagement with politics
  • Priorities for youth politics in Poland
  • Values and ideals