Spanish
Denstone College - Staffordshire
01889590484
Denstone, Uttoxeter, ST14 5HN
Course summary

Spanish is the second most widely spoken language in the world. Studying Spanish will allow you to develop and build on the skills acquired at GCSE. You will gain a much deeper insight into Hispanic culture and society and gain a sound base for further study of the language at university. Spanish has emerged as the most important language for the UK in an analysis made by the British Council. Considered one of the easiest language to learn, it will enhance employment prospects as well as facilitate foreign travel. With an ever increasing presence in the global market, emerging economies in South and Central America mean that the chance of work and business opportunities for those with Spanish knowledge are increasing.

Entry requirements

All candidates will be expected to have gained at least a grade 6 at GCSE (grade 7 or better recommended) in order to have a realistic chance of success in this qualification. A genuine interest in Spanish culture and society will also help.

How you'll be assessed

There are three final units of assessment. These are: Paper 1: Listening, Reading & Translation into English and Spanish (Exam, 2 hours 30 minutes - 50 % of A-level) Paper 1: Listening, Reading & Translation into English and Spanish (Exam, 2 hours 30 minutes - 50 % of A-level) Paper 2: Written assessment of study of book and film (Exam, 2 hours - 20% of A-level) Paper 3: Speaking test: Card discussion and IRP (20 minutes, 30% of A-level) There may be the possibility of entering the AS exam at the end of Lower Sixth. Such entries will be at the discretion of the Head of Department.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityStaffordshire
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding FeeDay £16,800 - £22,119; Boarding £33,720 - £36,966
Sixth Form FeeUnknown
AddressDenstone, Uttoxeter, ST14 5HN