Course information
Spanish
Bristol Grammar School - Bristol, City of
01179736006
University Road, Bristol, BS8 1SR
Course summary

A level Spanish is a varied and interesting course; over the two years of the course you will study: • Aspects of Hispanic society: modern and traditional values; cyberspace; and equal rights • Multiculturalism in Hispanic society: immigration; racism; and integration • Artistic culture in the Hispanic world: modern day idols; Spanish regional identity; and cultural heritage • Aspects of political life in the Hispanic world: today’s youth, tomorrow’s citizens; monarchies and dictatorships; and popular movements. You will also undertake an individual research project on a subject that is of interest to you, relating to a country or countries where Spanish is spoken. You will study a set text and film over the two years. Translation skills in and out of Spanish will also be developed.

Entry requirements

You should gain a minimum of grade 7 at GCSE/IGCSE to study the language at A level or the IB Higher level course; a grade of 6 is the minimum grade for the IB standard level course.

How you'll be assessed

You will sit three papers at the end of the second year: Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing (50%) Paper 2 Writing (20%) Paper 3 Speaking (30%)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth West
Local AuthorityBristol, City of
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
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Boarding FeeUnknown
Sixth Form Fee£17,385
AddressUniversity Road, Bristol, BS8 1SR