Introduction

Through the following themes you will study grammar and develop your translation, reading, speaking and writing skills in the target language. In year 12 you will also get the opportunity to study a Spanish film and a novel in year 13.

Course Content

Advance Subsidiary (AS)

Year 12

Unit 1 - 12%

Arguing a point of view

Discussion on a specific topic.

Oral Examination with a member of the department 12 -15 minutes

Unit 2 - 28%

Written Examination listening, reading and translation.

External Examination 2 hours 30 minutes

Advanced Level (A2)

Year 13

Unit 3 - 18%

(a) Present an independent research project (2 minutes)

(b) Discussion on the content of the independent research project

(9-10 minutes)

Oral Examination with a member of the department 15 -20 minutes

Unit 4 - 30%

Written exam: Listening, reading and translating

External Examination 1 hour 45 minutes

Unit 5 - 12%

Critical response in writing (on set book)

External Examination 1 hour 30 minutes

Career Prospects

A chance to become competent in a language spoken throughout Europe and the world.
The ability to speak Spanish opens doors to many careers such as business and marketing, the law, medicine, the media, politics and many more.
As an an academic subject the study of Spanish will allow you to develop many transferable skills.
An opportunity to study the culture and traditions of Spain and South America

Entry Requirements

Although each student will be considered on an individual basis for entry onto the course it would be beneficial to have a C grade in Spanish at GCSE.

Examination Board

School Contact

Mr Sion Aicciaoli

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