Spanish A Level

The course is built around the following core content; social issues and trends, political and artistic culture and grammar. Students will also have the choice of studying Spanish literary texts and films.

Students build upon the skills that they have acquired at GCSE level, and learn and understand to express themselves more fluently in Spanish. Spain and the Spanish speaking world are studied in depth and students will gain an appreciation of the culture, geography and history behind the language.

Immersion into the language is vital and therefore we encourage students to watch Spanish films, listen to Spanish music, participate in lively debate and do their own individual research. Our students also have the opportunity to take part in Spanish Topic Days and to cook and sample Spanish Cuisine.

Social Issues and Trends in Spanish Society:

Students will study aspects of Spanish-speaking society and will gain an understanding of current trends in Spain and Spanish speaking countries such as changing nature of family and the impact of technology in everyday life.

Political and Artistic Culture:

Students will study the Artistic culture in the Spanish-speaking world. They will gain knowledge of Spanish-speaking music and festivals alongside an appreciation of the importance of Spanish heritage.

Students will study the benefits of living in an ethically diverse Spanish-speaking society. They will consider the need to promote diversity to create a richer world and will discuss some political issues concerning immigration, monarchies and dictatorships in Spanish speaking countries.

Grammar:

Students will continue to study Spanish grammar to give them the confidence to manipulate the language to speak and write fluently.

All sections of the course are assessed by examination as outlined below.

Paper 1 Listening, Reading & Writing (40%)

Paper 2 Writing (30%)

Paper 3 Speaking (30%)

GCSE grade 6 in Spanish

The course lays the foundation for any further study of languages or related subjects in higher education. Possible careers include: Business, Management, Banking, Teaching, Translating and Tourist Industry.