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Why should I choose this subject?
If you have an interest and a desire to learn and experience the world around you then you will be well suited to this course. The AS units can be taken on their own as a stand-alone AS qualification which will provide you with a wealth of knowledge and competence in Spanish for use in employment, leisure and travel; however, if you wish to continue to specialise in Spanish at degree level or an equivalent, then you should continue with the A2 units and obtain the full A level Spanish qualification.
We live in an interconnected world where international and cross-cultural working relationships are commonplace and a key aspect of the global workplace. Being able to speak another language, understand other cultures and empathise with colleagues who are working in a different language are valuable skills for students and will broaden the range of possible career plans open to you.
Learning a language also gives students opportunities to develop confidence, independence, communication skills, presentation techniques and IT competence, as well as skills in research, evaluation and analysis that colleges, universities and employers value highly.
How will I be assessed in this subject?
AS 1: Speaking
AS 2: Listening, Reading and Use of Language
AS 3: Extended Writing
A2 1: Speaking
A2 2: Listening and Reading
A2 3: Extended Writing
What will I study?
AS:1
AS:1
Speaking
AS 2
AS 2
Listening, Reading and Use of Language
AS 3
AS 3
Extended Writing
A2 1
A2 1
Speaking
A2 2
A2 2
Listening and Reading
A2 3
A2 3
Extended Writing
What career pathways are available to me if I study this subject?
Learning a language will bring you a wide range of skills and attributes. Not only will you be able to communicate in another language but you will have opportunities to improve your communication and interpersonal skills, which are highly sought after by employers, colleges and universities.
There are opportunities to study abroad through Erasmus+, Da Vinci or other International programmes. A qualification in GCE Spanish enables you to consider a range of employment opportunities such as teaching, tourism, broadcasting, marketing, enterprise and business. GCE Spanish will also benefit you in areas such as financial services, information technology, journalism, engineering, international non-governmental organisations and government bodies.
Extra Curricular
If you choose Spanish, you may have the opportunity to take part in the following activities;
Trip to Spain
Guest speakers
Spanish Club
Diversity Day
European Day of Languages
Student Testimonials
I knew Spanish was ‘my language’ when I stepped foot in Spanish class for the first time as a Year 8. Throughout the years, I grew to love the language and everything thing associated with Spanish culture. Spanish is an extremely valuable language and qualification to have even if you don’t pursue a career in it. As one of the most spoken languages in the world, you will always encounter others who speak it.At A level you will cover everything from verbs, to the environment and some form of Spanish literature. I enjoyed every second of my A level Spanish journey, through all the ups and downs, it was always refreshing walking into Spanish class.
Caitlin Rush, Year 14
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