Course information
Spanish
Saint Ambrose College - Trafford
01619802711
Hale Road, Hale Barns, Altrincham, WA15 0HE
Course summary

Students will study technological and social change, looking at the multicultural nature of Hispanic society. They will study highlights of Hispanic artistic culture, including a focus on Spanish regional identity and the cultural heritage of past civilizations. They will learn about aspects of the diverse political landscape of the Hispanic world. Students will explore the influence of the past on present-day Hispanic communities. Throughout their studies, they learn the language in the context of Hispanic countries and the issues and influences which have shaped them. Students will study texts and film and will have the opportunity to carry out independent research on an area of their choice.

Entry requirements

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1: Listening, Reading & Writing • Aspects of Spanish-speaking society: current trends • Aspects of Spanish-speaking society: current issues • Artistic culture in the Spanish-speaking world • Aspects of political life in the Spanish-speaking world • Grammar • Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes (100 marks) - 50% of A Level Paper 2: Writing • One text (Crónica de una muerte anunciada) and one film (El Laberinto del Fauno) • 2 Essays from a choice of 4 • Written exam: 2 hours (80 marks) - 20 % of A Level Paper 3: Speaking • Individual research project • One of four sub-themes; • Aspects of Spanish-speaking society: current trends • Aspects of Spanish-speaking society: current issues • Artistic culture in the Spanish-speaking world • Aspects of political life in the Spanish-speaking world

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityTrafford
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeBoys
AddressHale Road, Hale Barns, Altrincham, WA15 0HE