Welsh

WJEC GCE Welsh (Second Language)

If you enjoyed ‘Cymraeg’ at GCSE then you’ll enjoy A Level even more! At A Level you’ll have lessons more frequently which means your speaking will improve very quickly. As well as improving your speaking skills you’ll also start to learn about Welsh cultural events and activities, literature, history and politics. Taking Welsh Second Language at A Level shows any university or employer that you have developed a specialist skill to a high level.

The course will require students to:

  • study Welsh with interest, enjoyment and enthusiasm

  • communicate effectively and fluently, orally and in writing

  • write creatively and factually for a range of purposes

  • analyse familiar and unfamiliar texts independently

  • listen and respond to the opinions of others when expressing a point of view

  • express an independent opinion, based on knowledge and understanding of literary and factual texts

Summary Assessment

AS Unit 1 - (15%) Speaking about a film - Oral Examination

AS Unit 2 - (10%) Three extended pieces of writing - Coursework/Non-Examination Assessment

AS Unit 3 - (15%) The Use of Language, and Poetry - Examination

A2 Unit 4 - (25%) Speaking about a play - Oral Examination

A2 Unit 5 - (15%) The Welsh language in Society and Translanguaging - Examination

A2 Unit 6 - (20%) The Use of Language and the Short Story - Examination

Course Leader: Mr G Davies

Higher Education Opportunities

You could go on to study for a degree in Welsh at University, or combine it with another subject like law, politics, business or education. It is an ideal qualification for going on to study linguistics or a completely new language at University.

Career Opportunities

There are many careers in Wales for which bilingualism is essential e.g. the Police Force, the Health Service and Education. Being able to speak Welsh can give you an advantage when looking for work and in social situations.