A-Level Spanish will provide you with an opportunity to develop your linguistic, analytical and creative skills through an integrated study of language, society and political life in the Hispanic world. The British Council identifies Spanish as one of the priority languages for the UK’s prosperity, security and influence in the world, so the ability to communicate in Spanish will widen your economic horizons and personal potential. Spanish is the second most widely spoken language in the world and by studying the A-Level course, you will develop skills that are highly regarded by employers. As well as developing your Spanish language skills to an advanced level, you will analyse and evaluate a wide range of engaging topics through authentic resources: • Hispanic society - traditional and modern values; equality and diversity; and cyberspace. • Artistic culture and heritage - Hispanic music; dance; drama; literature; and film. • Political life - Spanish and Latin American history; modern political movements; multiculturalism in Hispanic Society; immigration; racism; and integration.
These vary for each A-Level subject, but you will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 5 or equivalent, including English and Mathematics. Many subjects require grade 6 or above to study them at A Level (please see our subject guides). New students will be given a conditional offer based on their GCSE results, an interview and a reference from their current school. Grade 6 in Spanish
Assessment is by examination in Year 13. • PAPER 1: Listening, reading and translation based on the core topics (50%). • PAPER 2: Two essays based on literature/film (20%). • PAPER 3: The speaking examination comprises of a discussion card which is based on one of the core topics (5 minutes) followed by a 2-minute presentation and a 9-10-minute discussion based on the Individual Research Project prepared during the course (30%).
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £17,250 |
| Address | Stapleton, Bristol, BS16 1BJ |
A-Level Spanish will provide you with an opportunity to develop your linguistic, analytical and creative skills through an integrated study of language, society and political life in the Hispanic world. The British Council identifies Spanish as one of the priority languages for the UK’s prosperity, security and influence in the world, so the ability to communicate in Spanish will widen your economic horizons and personal potential. Spanish is the second most widely spoken language in the world and by studying the A-Level course, you will develop skills that are highly regarded by employers. As well as developing your Spanish language skills to an advanced level, you will analyse and evaluate a wide range of engaging topics through authentic resources: • Hispanic society - traditional and modern values; equality and diversity; and cyberspace. • Artistic culture and heritage - Hispanic music; dance; drama; literature; and film. • Political life - Spanish and Latin American history; modern political movements; multiculturalism in Hispanic Society; immigration; racism; and integration.
These vary for each A-Level subject, but you will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 5 or equivalent, including English and Mathematics. Many subjects require grade 6 or above to study them at A Level (please see our subject guides). New students will be given a conditional offer based on their GCSE results, an interview and a reference from their current school. Grade 6 in Spanish
Assessment is by examination in Year 13. • PAPER 1: Listening, reading and translation based on the core topics (50%). • PAPER 2: Two essays based on literature/film (20%). • PAPER 3: The speaking examination comprises of a discussion card which is based on one of the core topics (5 minutes) followed by a 2-minute presentation and a 9-10-minute discussion based on the Individual Research Project prepared during the course (30%).