Early chapters, supported by the bridging resource book, help students to develop the skills, grammar and knowledge they need to make an effective transition to advanced German. The first 8 chapters cover AS-GCE topics, grammar tasks. All 15 chapters cater for the full A-level. Extended grammar explanation and practice exercises are included throughout the course. The self study booklet and cassette offer a ready made source of material for homework and independent study. Examination tasks, practice skills feature throughout. The Web-Site provides a tailor made IT component and coursework resource. Nelson has worked closely with Edexcel on the development of Brennpunkt neue Ausgabe, to ensure that the course provides full coverage of the general topic areas, grammar points and task-types required by the Edexcel AS and A GCE specification.