The course will allow you: • To develop and build on the language and communication skills acquired at GCSE. • To gain an insight into another culture and society. • To enhance employment prospects. • To facilitate foreign travel. The course should help students to: • develop an interest in, and enthusiasm for language learning • develop an understanding of the language in a variety of contexts and genres • communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in the language for a range of purposes • develop an awareness and understanding of the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of countries or communities where Spanish is spoken • explore language and culture through analysis of cinema and literature from Spanish speaking countries • acquire knowledge, skills and understanding for practical use, further study and/or employment • take their place in a multilingual global society. Year 12 Modern and Traditional values in Spain and Latin America • The changing nature of the family • Attitudes towards marriage and divorce • The influence of the Catholic Church Cyberspace • The importance of the Internet in modern society • The influence of smart-phones • Social media Gender Equality • Women in the workplace • Machoism and Feminism • The rights of the LGBT+ community Pop culture in Spain and Latin American • The influence of singers and musicians • The influence of TV and cinema in these societies • The influence of models on young people Artistic culture in the Hispanic-speaking world • The pre-Columbian heritage of Latin America • Art & architecture • The diversity of music and dance Regional Identity in Spain • Traditions and customs of the regions • Gastronomy • Regional languages Weekly grammar lessons: In the summer term, students will begin to study a Spanish text and a Spanish film. This will continue into year 12. With a Spanish A Level qualification you can study the language at University as a subject in itself or joined to another subject of your choice. You can also follow different career paths, such as: Translator, Interpreter, Teacher, Journalist and Bilingual Secretary. You can also work in a variety of sectors like Business, Finance, Tourism, Media, Retail and many others.
GCSE grade 7 or above in Spanish
Paper 1 - Listening, Reading and Writing What’s assessed: • Aspects of the Hispanic society • Artistic culture in the Hispanic world • Multiculturalism in Hispanic society • Aspects of political life in the Hispanic society • Grammar Paper 2 – Writing What’s assessed: 2 x 300 word essays on the text and film studied Grammar Written exam – 2 hours 80 marks 20 % of A-level Paper 3: Speaking What’s assessed: Individual research project One of the four themes from Paper 1 21-23 minutes (including 5 minutes preparation time) 60 marks in total 30% of A-level
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Hammersmith and Fulham |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | 212 Hammersmith Road, London, W6 7DG |
The course will allow you: • To develop and build on the language and communication skills acquired at GCSE. • To gain an insight into another culture and society. • To enhance employment prospects. • To facilitate foreign travel. The course should help students to: • develop an interest in, and enthusiasm for language learning • develop an understanding of the language in a variety of contexts and genres • communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in the language for a range of purposes • develop an awareness and understanding of the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of countries or communities where Spanish is spoken • explore language and culture through analysis of cinema and literature from Spanish speaking countries • acquire knowledge, skills and understanding for practical use, further study and/or employment • take their place in a multilingual global society. Year 12 Modern and Traditional values in Spain and Latin America • The changing nature of the family • Attitudes towards marriage and divorce • The influence of the Catholic Church Cyberspace • The importance of the Internet in modern society • The influence of smart-phones • Social media Gender Equality • Women in the workplace • Machoism and Feminism • The rights of the LGBT+ community Pop culture in Spain and Latin American • The influence of singers and musicians • The influence of TV and cinema in these societies • The influence of models on young people Artistic culture in the Hispanic-speaking world • The pre-Columbian heritage of Latin America • Art & architecture • The diversity of music and dance Regional Identity in Spain • Traditions and customs of the regions • Gastronomy • Regional languages Weekly grammar lessons: In the summer term, students will begin to study a Spanish text and a Spanish film. This will continue into year 12. With a Spanish A Level qualification you can study the language at University as a subject in itself or joined to another subject of your choice. You can also follow different career paths, such as: Translator, Interpreter, Teacher, Journalist and Bilingual Secretary. You can also work in a variety of sectors like Business, Finance, Tourism, Media, Retail and many others.
GCSE grade 7 or above in Spanish
Paper 1 - Listening, Reading and Writing What’s assessed: • Aspects of the Hispanic society • Artistic culture in the Hispanic world • Multiculturalism in Hispanic society • Aspects of political life in the Hispanic society • Grammar Paper 2 – Writing What’s assessed: 2 x 300 word essays on the text and film studied Grammar Written exam – 2 hours 80 marks 20 % of A-level Paper 3: Speaking What’s assessed: Individual research project One of the four themes from Paper 1 21-23 minutes (including 5 minutes preparation time) 60 marks in total 30% of A-level