Spanish
The College of Richard Collyer In Horsham - West Sussex
01403210822
Hurst Road, Horsham, RH12 2EJ
Course summary

The main aims are to help you communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in Spanish through both the written and spoken word; to develop your understanding of the spoken and written forms of Spanish; to help you develop critical insights into and contact with, the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of Spain and Latin-American countries. At 1 A-level, activities are based on the following topic areas: – Aspects of Hispanic Society: Modern and traditional values, Cyberspace, Equal rights. – Artistic culture in the Hispanic world: Modern-day idols. Spanish regional identity. Cultural heritage or cultural landscape. – A film in Spanish “El laberinto del Fauno” At 2 A-level activities are based on the following areas: – Multiculturalism in the Hispanic Society: Immigration, Racism, Integration. – Aspects of political life in the Hispanic World: Today’s youth, tomorrow’s Citizens, Monarchies, republics and Dictatorships, Popular movements. – 1 book or 1 film in Spanish: “Como Agua para Chocolate” and “El Laberinto del Fauno” revisited

Entry requirements

6 in Spanish GCSE preferred and a 4 in English GCSE.

How you'll be assessed

A Level: Paper 1: Listening, reading and Writing 2 hours and 30 minutes exam including listening and reading comprehension, translation into English and translation into Spanish. 100 marks in total 50% of A-level. Paper 2: Written exam 2 hours. One question on a set book and one question on a set film. 80 marks in total, 20% of A-level. Paper 3: 21-23 minutes oral exam (including 5 minutes preparation time) 60 marks in total, 30% of A-level. Discussion of a sub-theme with the discussion based on a stimulus card. (25 marks). Presentation and discussion of Individual Research Project ( IRP). (35 marks).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityWest Sussex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressHurst Road, Horsham, RH12 2EJ