Spanish

Course summary

The A Level Spanish course aims to build upon the confidence and competence in the language gained at GCSE. Ideas and attitudes on a range of topics are developed. Students explore their own interests through the medium of Spanish and are offered insights into the culture ad civilisation of Spanish speaking countries as well as the nature of language itself. The course concentrates on developing oral fluency and conversation skills in A Level speaking tests. It provides a range of stimulating and absorbing study topics with contemporary, literary and cultural content. UNITS OF STUDY: • Aspects of Hispanic society • Multiculturalism in Hispanic society • Artistic culture in the Hispanic world • Aspects of political life in the Hispanic world • Literary texts and films